Author: Erin Vondra

16 May Shop the Issue – QB Stylebook May/December

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20 Apr Shopbop Sale

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03 Apr BYFS Circus Gala Inspiration

Barrington Youth and Family Services will be having the annual fundraising gala on Saturday, April 22. This event is not only the an incredibly fun time it is for a wonderful cause! If you have not gotten your tickets yet, you can buy them here. The theme this year is circus, so the inspiration for your outfit is endless. Think bright colors, polka dots, feathers, tulle, stripes, balloon, and sequins, really you can do anything with a little fun and whimsy! Here are some options of things I that would be perfect with links below.  

Tiered Tulle Dress / 2. Pleated Yellow Dress / 3. Polka Dot Dress / 4. Yellow Cape Dress / 5. Tux Cape Dress / 6. Bubble Clutch / 7. Feather Heels / 8. Green Ruffle Dress / 9. Top Hat / 10. Bubble Hem Dress / 11. Strapless Neon dress / 12. Checkerboard dress / 13. Black Feather Dress

03 Apr Favorite Sun Products

After I got so much feedback on sunscreen from my recent stories of the Sun Bum FAIL, I thought I would share my go to, never-fail-me, worth every cent sun products. Who knows why I strayed, but I certainly won’t again. These all are items I purchase again and again with no burns in site. 

1. I keep this hand cream in my car since I live in it to protect and moisturize my hands. Has great anti-aging properties too. / 2. This body lotion is not super waterproof, but great for a little shimmer poolside or to swipe on for an outdoor party. / 3. This glow screen for face has a great slight shimmer to add to you favorite moisturizer. / 4. This spray never fails me with the kids and lasts a long time in water / 5. This face stick for kids sells out and is hard to find! I love it because you can swipe on even while they are IN the pool. / 6. This jug of sunscreen is worth the investment. Stick in your mudroom for easy slathering before you leave the house. / 7. I have been buying this swipe on mineral sunscreen for years and have never burned. It is the MOST water/sweatproof formula period and worth every penny. / 8. I wear this tinted sunscreen every single day over my face oil. Just enough coverage and has lots of good ingredients for your skin. / 9. I was impressed with this gradual tan lotion to a little glow on vacation. Will be purchasing more for sure. 

08 Mar Let’s Think Spring

Though I plan on living in my sweats and jeans for awhile, the longer days and sunshine are getting me excited for Spring. oft colors, preppy stripes, and elevated neutrals are everywhere. A few pieces will get us all excited for the season to come.

1.  An oversized preppy cardigan to wear with pants or over dress $60 / 2.  A breezy silhouette gives this floral dress ease $420 / 3. A neutral but fun crossbody that goes with the season $595 / 4.  They don’t call the if Favorite Pant for nothing, comes in many colors $218 / 5. LOVE the color and layers of this tulle gown $298 / 6. This seersucker dress combines all my favorites $495 / 7. Drawstring faux leather pant perfection $150 / 8. Cloud like Adidas Original Updates that come in lots of colors $50 / 9. This sweet dress could be dressed up or down $275 / 10. A Ribbed tank that comes in lots of colors is the perfect layering piece  $20 / 11. A sweet floral print tier dress $150 / 12. A striped lady jacket with jeans is so chic $128  / 13. Satin & Silk is EVERYWHERE and I worship this easy dress $250 / 14. This soft gauze dress is easy to pair with sneakers $70 / 15. Cute Scallop Poplin Top $90 / 16. A strappy sandal with a heel height you can get behind $130 / 17. I own these golf shoes in navy and really wish I had this color instead! $225

17 Feb President Day Weekend Sales

A few picks from the many sales this weekend.

1. I just installed this rug and I LOVE it / 2. All white nikes for leggings and jeans / 3. J Crew has almost the whole site on sale including their swim in classic stripes and gingham / 4. Been dying to try this U Beauty Compound that supposedly will replace all your other products. / 5. This cashmere coat is GORGEOUS / 6. My go to pajamas / 7. A super chic oversized faux leather jacket / 8. This iron chandelier would be beautiful in a great room, entry, or dining room / 9. I wear this tinted sunscreen with anti-inflammatory ingredients every day / 1o. This caned cabinet is a perfect storage piece with style / 11. A modern canopy bed is a huge upgrade to any bedroom / 12. This Ulla Johnson dress is on SUPER sale and so pretty  / 13. All GAP sweats on sale. I love this sweatshirt cardigan to pair with my fave sweatpants. / 14. A Sherpa lady jacket to wear with jeans. / 15. This is THE BEST sunscreen and gives you a little coverage. Lasts through sweat, swimming, ANYTHING

09 Feb Shop The Issue – Stylebook Jan/Feb

This issue was all about winter uniforms to get us through the gray, cold days that seem to never end. Cozy, functional, and chic outfits will make the days we wait until Spring so much better. You can find links to all the items below the page.

Long Fleece Coat / Fleece lined Leggings / Boots / Sweatshirts / Hat / Hand Cream

Faux Fur Puffer / Glow Drops Serum / Loafers / Sweater / Pants

Pink Coat / Oversized Scarf / Lip Gloss / White Boots / Sweater / Pants

Sweater Dress / Mittens / Snow Boots / Body Cream / Puffer

09 Dec Gift Guide: For the Men

16 Nov 25 Festive Holiday Pieces

Things are looking pretty stale in my closet and I thought maybe it was in yours too. Time to get some festive pieces to add in to elevate the items you already have and get excited about the parties and gatherings to come. Here are a bunch of lovely dresses, tops, skirts, and pants that will help get you giddy to dress up this season.

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