nomading around

hello dolls! I have been traveling up and down the east coast ever since I came back from California! I got to experience both the earthquake and the "hurricane" in NYC. Just wanted to pop in and say hello! I will be back to regular posting and sharing pictures once I am settled in Charlotte :)

Love you all!!!
Pam

Vlog: Another shopping haul!

I know you all want to see another shopping haul!! This one shows my latest finds from Francesca's Collection, Marshall's, F21, and Foreign Exchange (aka my new favorite store).
Enjoy :)



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xoxo
Pam

Where I Shop: Francesca's Collection

One of my favorite stores is Francesca's Collection. If you have never been to one - stop reading - go to their website's Find A Boutique and see if there is one close to you! You will not regret it - I don't think I have ever gone in without buying at least one thing. They also have an online store (however I think the store has a better variety). I used to think it was just a southern thing, but I discovered that they have it here in Cali! Looks like they have been expanding a lot - which is like totally amazing in this economy! They have amazing prices (not as cheap as f21 but the quality of the clothing and accessories is much better!) and their pieces are just unique and so pretty!

Francesca's is a mix of clothing, amazing accessories, shoes, and they even sell gifts like candles and fun other gifts if you ever need to buy a present for your friend!

I am planning on filming a shopping haul tomorrow showing my latest purchases from this amazing store - but in the meantime - here are some of my favorite items they currently have on their website :) Also FYI - I would say their prices run comparable to the Nordstrom BP section.

gorgeous pink bracelet - great for layering!
the perfect blouse for fall - didn't see this in store if not I would have gotten it. How cute would it look with some jeggings and brown riding boots?

don't you LOVE THIS? I sure do.. I bought it! The quality in person is amazing (I hate things that look cheap!!) and for $44... it's just such a great steal - the color is way more vibrant in person too

it also comes in this gorgeous coral color
I am so into necklaces like this.. so gorgeous!

buy this now and wear it in the fall with tights, boots and a blazer!

same goes for this dress

in love with this bag

striped skirt - so gorgeous just paired with heels and a simple black shirt

all photos taken from francescascollection.com

let me know if you guys like francesca's!!
xoxo
Pam

Healthy Eating: Grocery Haul Video from Whole Foods

Hello loves! For a while now I have wanted to introduce a healthy eating/lifestyle portion into the blog. This is something that I enjoy learning about as much as shopping and fashion and it is a big part of my life since I drastically changed my eating and work out habits in January. I have never ever been an unhealthy person, but I come from a family of restauranteurs and foodies. My father owns restaurants and he has always taken me and my family to the best restaurants all over the world. I love food and I love to cook, but one thing I had to realize and face is that food is just food. It is fuel for your body. Yes it is okay to indulge every now and then - you better believe when I move back home I am having a steak from our steakhouse with steak fries and anything else I want. I am not lucky to be one of those people that can eat whatever I want. I really have to watch my weight and workout consistently to be where I want to be. I have lost 20 lbs since January and I am so happy. I still enjoy life, I cheat on the weekends and I still drink (no way in hell I would ever give that up)

But anyway - here is a sneak peak into what I buy at the grocery store. Whole Foods is amazing but it tends to be on the pricier side. I usually shop at either safeway or trader joes for most of my protein and vegetables.
A good thing that my trainer taught me is to not buy ANY bad food at the store - that way when you crave something bad - well... you don't have anything bad to eat! haha. Some good healthy snacks are roasted unsalted almonds, lowfat string cheese, hummus, hard boiled eggs, greek yogurt, and fruit like apples and bananas.
sorry i couln't fit the video properly but you can view it in full size or go directly to the youtube link :)


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some recent outfits

Hello friends! I am probably the most horrible blogger out there! I never update!! But here to share some recent outfit pics :) I will be posting a "what I got for my birthday" vlog soon! If you haven't checked out or subscribed to my YouTube channel, please do - I appreciate all feedback :) - My YouTube Channel
shirt from kitsch couture, Free People Shorts, F21 necklace, JS shoes

my birthday dinner outfit - shirt from kitsch couture, f21 necklace, bebe skirt, juicy clutchkisses!
Pam

Vegas Pictures!

WARNING: Very picture heavy!!

Better late then never - finally sharing my Vegas pictures from a couple of weeks ago! It was the best trip of my life! FYI - we stayed at the Encore and it was AMAZING! Definitely recommend it!

first night in Vegas!
(Aritzia dress, ibiss necklace, Pour la Victoire shoes)
me and amita!
mon, me, amita, and natalie at surrender at encore - amazing clubsecond day - pool bound!f21 romper & hat, JS platforms, LV neverfull
Mon is in FP skirt, hat & purse, urban shirt, & modcloth wedges2nd night! more additions to the group :)
bebe dress, JS heels, necklace from RTR
on Natalie - f21 dress, steve madden heels
besties :) my twin and other bff - haley!Friday night - my sister's official birthday celebration at Tao LV - private table and all
family pic - my mom is in bloomingdales dress, natalie in betsey johnson, me in herve leger (via rent the runway), and my dad in... ? who knows! haha ;)
herve leger TWINS!mom and me
happiest birthday girl on earth

towards the end of the night...
Saturday Night
Marciano dress, LV clutch

mon, me, and gabs
XS - best club EVER invented

Last night - dinner at Joel Roubouchon with the family
asos dress

XS again..
bebe bandage skirt, vintage sequined top

Collective Shopping Haul - Beauty and Fashion

are you guys getting sick of my haul videos? they are just so easy and fun to do! here is a haul video from my week - getting ready for my birthday on wednesday!!!
I promise I will get back to normal blogging soon.. LOL