Posts by Katherine
A Cozy Chic Family Room
Natural textures, chinoiserie accents, and a blue and white palette create a cozy yet chic family room! I am dreaming of new furniture in our family room. Our current sofa is about 9 years old, and while I loved the sofa when I purchased it, now it is starting to show some age, and I’m…
Read MoreOne Lilly Shift Dress Two Ways
The perfect Lilly shift dress versatile enough for summer date nights and outdoor activities. Is there anything better than a chic Lilly shift dress for summer? Not possible –in my opinion at least! Colorful Lilly Pulitzer dresses are always on my summer style essentials list. Always. This little green, standing collar dress in toucan green…
Read MoreSouthernisms: Mama Always Said…
Southern mamas’ advice – the best words of wisdom from our Southern mamas – take them to heart! As y’all know, Southern mamas are brimming over with important pearls of wisdom, and in honor of Mother’s Day this weekend I’m sharing some of my favorite Southern mamas’ advice from my own family. After all, “Mama…
Read MoreTie Waist Skirt in Pretty Pastels
This breezy tie waist skirt in pretty pastels is classic summer style! I wore this tie waist skirt in pretty pastels for a day out sightseeing and shopping in Lahaina while we were on Maui. I love skirts for hot weather temperatures and sunny climes, and this one is classic summer style with its happy…
Read MorePineapple Margarita On the Rocks – Just in Time for Cinco de Mayo
Make your Cinco de Mayo fiesta dazzle with this easy pineapple margarita on the rocks recipe. Hosting a fun and fabulous Cinco de Mayo party this weekend? Want to try a new margarita? I’ve got you covered with this pineapple margarita on the rocks recipe! It is super easy to mix up one or a…
Read MoreAloha! A Hawaiian Luau
Experience the aloha spirit and Hawaiian Ho’okipa at a joyful Hawaiian luau. Aloha! While traveling in Maui this Southern girl truly felt the aloha spirit. It was evident everywhere we went from the warm greetings of “Aloha!” to the giving of lei and the ready extension of a helping hand to the pleasant conversation offered…
Read MoreHawaiian Souvenirs: Shopping in Kihei
When shopping for Hawaiian souvenirs, the Kihei Kalama Village and the open air market on S. Kihei Road are must-stop destinations! There is a little bit of everything between these two locales from touristy knick-knacks (made in China) to more authentic Hawaiian treasures. You will find lei, Hawaiian print shirts and wraps, Pacific black pearls,…
Read MoreFor Love of Dogwoods: A Simple Spring Mantle
Bring spring inside with fresh dogwood blooms for a stunningly simple spring mantle. *This post contains affiliate links.* Dogwoods are truly one of the most beautiful flowering trees in my opinion. Their simple white or pink blooms are elegant, and I could not be more thrilled to have these lovely trees gracing my yard. They…
Read MorePink Eyelet Easter Dress
A pretty pink eyelet Easter dress perfect for spring celebrations! Easter is only a week away, and I plan on wearing this pink eyelet Easter dress from Crown & Ivy for church, Easter lunch, and all the egg hunting festivities! Dress Crown & Ivy // Shoes Jack Rogers // Bracelet JCrew (old similar here and…
Read MoreSet a Sophisticated Easter Table
Set a sophisticated Easter table with this mix of rustic tableware and pastel details. As a child Easter was always an important celebration in my family. We woke up to beautifully decorated Easter baskets, donned new frocks, and set out to a special church service. Lunch at my Grandmother’s followed; and then a happy afternoon…
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