Happy Friday and Happy Memorial Day Weekend to those of you celebrating in the US! This is the weekend that for so many of us signals the beginning of summer. The kids are out of school, the pools are open, and the warm weather is here to stay! Woohoo!! For me, it…
Tank Tops: The Ultimate Summer Staple You Need from Massimo Dutti!
Tank top season is officially here! Yeah!!! We’re just weeks away from summer, and the weather is definitely heating up. Tank tops are the perfect piece for summer because they keep it sexy, show off some skin, add interest to an outfit and they keep you cool. Massimo Dutti has been a…
Everything You Need for a Weekend Away
There’s nothing better than a three day weekend! There’s something about the extra weekend day that hits perfectly! It honestly doesn’t matter if you’re staying close to home or going on a bit of an adventure, but either way I say let’s make it fabulous! These are a few of my absolute…
12 Luxury Home Finds on Amazon THAT ARE BUDGET FRIENDLY!
Happy Monday everyone! The best way to counteract the Monday blues is with a bit of retail therapy (I have an advanced degree BTW 🤣). This week I’ve found some items that you just have to have. They’re that good! I’ve found 12 items that aren’t only GOOD DEALS, they’re also STYLISH…
It’s time for Shedding Season
Nine more lives. That is what I thought earlier today. I need nine MORE lives because the days are too short and my list of things I want to accomplish is always so long! Summer Break is upon us here in Atlanta and I always get a burst of energy around this…
Turning a forgotten corner into a masterpiece
What was I thinking? It’s the first space that I see daily when I leave our bedroom and yet it was EMPTY! It literally sat empty for over 7 years!!!! That’s almost 100 in designer years!!! Once I got over the shock, I knew it was time to breathe life into this…
Frothed Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Latte
This drink is the best of both worlds! This Frothed Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Latte sounds so complicated and yet it is truly so simple to make. A few weeks ago we were experimenting with some of our favorite syrups and then magic happened….a star was born! When I say that this…
Eight Must-Have Skin Care Items for Summer
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of warm sun on your skin! After months of cold, wet weather, our recent trip to the Caribbean (watch the vlog here and here) was nothing short of glorious! The warm breeze in my hair, the sun kissing my face, and the soft sand underfoot—it was…
It’s Graduation Weekend!!!
It was a BIG week here at the House of Valentina! Hailey, our 23 year old daughter, graduated from college! It’s been a week of celebration and one, as a mom, I can’t help but look back on the day she was born and think of how far she came (and how…
Elevate Your Summer Style: Discover Luxe Finds at H&M
Have you checked out the latest arrivals at H&M? You need to, RIGHT NOW! Trust me, you don’t want to miss out on these amazing pieces that are perfect for creating a lux summer look. As someone who’s always on the hunt for chic and stylish finds, I’ve uncovered some gems that…
Chic SPRING/SUMMER Style: Tips for Looking Effortlessly Elegant
I absolutely adore layers and creating outfits with interesting elements. It’s my go-to style, especially when the weather cools down. But when the temperatures start climbing into the 80’s and 90’s, layers are simply out of the question! This Spring/Summer I’m putting together outfits that strike the perfect balance between comfort, staying…
Dare to Be Different: Embracing Bold Choices in Design
Safe? Boring? Expected? These are three words I hope are never used to describe me! In a world where conformity often reigns supreme, I believe that life is far too short to take the mundane, expected route. Instead, I choose to embrace the unexpected, take risks, and make bold choices that set…
