Summer Soiree: Tide, Downy and Bounce

Bread and butter, strawberries and champagne,  churros and hot chocolate, some things are just better together like Tide®, Downy® and Bounce®. So I was thrilled to have this opportunity to work with P&G and Daily Buzz Moms to use these products that I trust. 

Tide® has always been a part of our household since I can remember. My mom used it and now I use it. Tide® makes the colors brighter and the whites whiter, and our clothes last longer. I have sensitive skin and some products causes me to break out into hives but Tide® does not bother me at all.

Remember that favorite worn out jeans you have? You do not want to give it up because of how soft and comfortable it is? That feeling is now achievable with Downy®. It makes even your new pair of jeans feel like your worn out favorite. oh, and that wonderful fresh scent is just an added bonus.

With the heat intensifying as the summer months come, flowy shirts are my go-to staple. The only problem is static. Static ruins the flow and shape of a shirt no matter how cute it is.  So, I use Bounce® on my flowy shirts and it works wonders. No more static! I reuse the Bounce® sheets to remove dust on our furniture and as a purse stuffer to keep it smelling fresh at all times. Brilliant don't you think?

 my favorite summer staples: 

soft, flowy colorful tops (Ann Taylor )

white jeans (Anthropologie)

tan sandals (Vince Camuto)

statement accessories (Kate Spade, Dillards)

With Tide®, Downy® and Bounce®, you can keep your summer looks looking new up to 50% longer (vs. leading value detergent alone).

Want to save more?  Text CLEAN to TARGET (827438) to receive mobile coupons.

xoxo, 
Tey

This post is part of a DailyBuzz Moms Tastemaker program with P&G. All opinions are my own.

A Mother's Day Weekend to Remember

Belated happy Mother's day lovelies! How was your weekend?

My weekend started out wonderful with dinner Friday night at Cantina Laredo with our dear friends Sanela and Jamie. Good food, Margaritas and tons of laughter. We always have a great time when we go out with them.

The rest of the evening didn't turn out as good. I had to work on an issue when we got back home. A case that I was expecting to get released that day had a problem and we have to get it fixed. I worked the entire day Saturday until 3 am Sunday to get it resolved. Yes, it sucked!

This however made up for it when I woke up Sunday morning, breakfast in bed prepared by my hubby...

I love the thoughtfulness and effort he put in it - specially the rose he hand picked from our garden to adorn the plate. Sweetness!

Hubby got us tickets to watch The Players Championship. We spent the afternoon at the TPC Sawgrass. We live near the area but this was the first time I went. I had such a wonderful time that I told hubby I want to go again next year.

Pictures were not allowed on the course but we managed to take a few shots.

Striped button-shoulder tee: Banana Republic

boyfriend jeans: American Eagle

Chelsea flats: Tory Birch

I told hubby I wanted to see Tiger Woods play before we go to dinner.

 I saw everyone snapping a picture of him and so I tried to get a couple as fast as I can when he passed by us. I wish I had turned my zoom on and focused. No time to do that.
 

It was so hot and humid yesterday but it was all worth it. We didn't get to stay and finish the game but I saw Tiger Woods play towards his second The Players Championship trophy. Woot woot! Go Tiger!


We went home to change, called my mom-in-law then my mom and greeted them both. I am very fortunate to have them both in my life.

We then headed to St Augustine, FL to have dinner with our next door neighbors and dear friends.

Sangria de Cava

We had such a wonderful time with them and the Columbia Restaurant was a superb choice to celebrate Mother's Day. The food was delicious and the ambiance authentic. Be sure to check them out when you visit St Augustine.

Isn't their baby the cutest ever?

 

striped elbow-sleeve tee: Banana Republic

circle skirt: Banana Republic

Though I am not blessed to have kids of my own, I was blessed with three wonderful step kids. Hearing their voices on Mother's day was very heart warming. Love!

I could not ask for a better way to celebrate Mother's day and be blessed with an amazing husband, loving step kids, wonderful family, in-laws and friends.

How did you celebrate Mother's Day? I would love to hear your stories!

xoxo,
Tey

Spring Fling

Spring, spring spring! After a couple of weeks of nice weather in the 70s now the forecast warns of cold spells and even frost. I am not complaining. I know that compared to those of you up north who are still having snow, we are very lucky. Just a little worried about the dahlia bulbs that little VJ and I planted in our garden which just started peeking out of the ground. Is it just me or are you also over the cold weather?

dress: Anthropologie (similar here)

purse: Leonello Borghi (old)

sandals: Michael by Michael Kors (Jalita Charm)

necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here in pink)

bangles: Anna and Ava, and Dillards 

But just like the promise of spring, soon the flowers will bloom and the the weather will be nicer.
I hope you are all having a wonderful week - wherever you are!

xoxo, 
Tey

Blue, Grey, Chopped

Cuter with a pair of pumps but the flats worked out.

 sweater: Ann Taylor (old)

skirt: Gap (similar here)

flats: Tory Burch (here in patent leather)

purse: Louis Vuitton - Retiro PM (here)

pearls: Givenchy from Nordstrom (here)

Changes, a lot of it. I decided to have my stylist cut my hair way shorter than usual, I am now wearing flats - everyday, eating healthier and preparing to get my second spine shot tomorrow. A busy week ahead as well.

Happy Monday lovelies!

xoxo,
Tey

No Heels for You!

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 I have mentioned in my last post that I am undergoing treatment for my back problem. Not good right? The worse part of it all is that I have been forbidden to wear my heels. Who? What? When? How can I possibly dress up without heels? And so after scouring my closet for some flats that I can wear, it dawned on me that I have only a miniscule amount of flat shoes. Panic! Panic! Panic! And so now, my current obsession are pointed toe flats that will hopefully deliver the sexiness of heels without getting into bigger problems with my back - at least for the mean time that my doctor is trying to fix it. Ha! And of course, there is a bright side to this - it gave me an excuse to go shoe shopping!

Here are a few of my favorites:

1. Gabriella Flat by Kate Spade (here)
2. Rockstud Ballerina Flat by Valentino (here)
3. Terry Flat by Kate Spade (here)
4. Huron Flat by Franco Sarto (here)
5. Alice Pump by Diane von Furstenberg (here)
6.  Carrie Flat by VC Signature (here)
7. Ara Flat by Diane von Furstenberg (here)
8. Debbie Flat by Via Spiga (here)
9. Ginny Too Flat by Kate Spade (here)
10. Annulio Flat by Ivanka Trump (here)
11. Dakota Loafer by Tory Burch (here)
12. Chicago Flat by VC Signature (here)
13. Norella by Kate Spade (here)

Which one is your favorite?

Happy Friday ladies!

xoxo,
Tey


***Shoe pictures taken from the following sites: Nordstrom.com, KateSpade.com through Polyvore.com

Fall in Love with Savannah

I have been missing in action for the past couple of weeks. Been traveling, sick with flu and there's just  much stuff going on at work. There is also the issue of my back. I have been suffering from chronic lower back pain. It turned out that I have bulging discs. Wearing my heels have been such a pain - literally. I am hoping the spine shot I received will help ease the pain and eventually ease the way back to my beloved heels. Oh how I miss them! It was also a knockout realization that I don't have a lot of cute flats other than a couple of my Tory's.  This is also the reason for my lack of outfit posts.

Anyway, we recently went to Savannah, GA. One of America's Best Cities for Hipsters (here) and voted America's most romantic city (here), Savannah lives up to its reputation. It is a favorite getaway spot for Mr. VJ and I with just a short 2 hour drive from Jacksonville.

With so much to see and so much to do, every visit is like the first time. The people are friendly, the food is divine and the city itself is full of history.

Enjoy a visual mini tour of Savannah, GA from our eyes. Enjoy!

Savannah International Trade and Convention Center

My family walking in front of the Hyatt at the river front

The quaint and unique shops and boutiques at Savannah

The Savannah International Convention Center on the left and the Westin on the right

Our family stayed at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa (here) which is across from the river and next to the international convention center. The resort's location is very convenient for 2 reasons: Since it is across the river, you do not have to drive through the city itself where traffic is heavy and parking is difficult. The hotel charges a resort fee which includes daily parking. There is also a complementary ferry that goes to the other side of the river every 15 minutes.

The hotel lobby...

Our kids relaxing at the lobby while waiting for us to see the city...

A gorgeous view of Savannah across the river from our hotel ...

Oma and Mik - I heart!

The ferry was a good ride to and from our hotel to the river shops and restaurants...

The River Street Market Place

The waving girl statue

Spanky's - another River Street go to

cute shop name

This is one of our favorite shops... who can resist their yummy fudge, pralines and salt water taffys? I know I can't!

fresh made chocolate fudge

Savannah's squares beckons you to sit on one of the benches and read a book...

While we were strolling around the City Market (here), I couldn't resist having a picture of this handsome labradoodle taken.

Louis Vuitton, Cole Haan boots, BCBG MaxAzria coat, 

James Jeans, Banana Republic sweater

Savannah is also home to one of the best Art and Design school in the country - SCAD. They had the Little Black Dress Exhibit that weekend and I was kicking myself for missing it.

 
And while you are there, you should definitely try the following places to eat:

Fiddler's Sea Food on River Street (here): The view is gorgeous and their seafood superb. be sure to come hungry because they have big servings.

Cafe at City Market (here). - Another favorite dining place for us is.  The service is great and the food is good. Try their Shrimp and Grits and cheesecake.

Vinnie Van Go Go's Pizza (here) - best pizza in downtown Savannah. The place is small and not fancy at all but their Neopolitan style pizzas are delicious!

Leopold's Ice Cream -  Who does not love Leopold's! Here's a trivia: The song Tutti Fruitti was inspired by this ice-cream parlor.

Just look at some of their delicious flavors!

Mr. VJ just being goofy, but behind him, notice the walls lined with movie posters.

There's always a line but it is worth the wait

Juicy Couture jacket

Mr. VJ, kids and Oma enjoying their treats

Skip:
Paula Deen's Lady & Sons (here) we were not impressed the first time we ate there (greasy food, bad service) and we were still not impressed the second time tried to go. The reservation desk attendant was rude and was on her phone texting the entire time. We were hoping the service would be better in the winter when it is not as busy but it was not.

St. Paddy's Day is coming up and Savannah is second to NYC when it comes to having the grandest, biggest celebration. If you haven't made plans yet, be sure to consider Savannah, GA. For more info click here or here.