Hi everyone! If you follow me on Instagram (@belleoftheball45), you’ve probably seen me wearing a few pieces from J. McLaughlin throughout the summer. I’ve had my eye on a few things recently, and was so excited to see their summer sale! There are over 500 products on sale all at up to 40% off. Straw […]

August 20, 2020

Hi everyone! It is so important to wear a mask and there are a ton of different options out there. Today I’m sharing a few of my favorite masks as well as chains to wear with them. I love the way the chains elevate the look of the mask but are also very practical. They […]

August 4, 2020

I normally chat a lot about travel on my blog, but since COVID I haven’t been anywhere! I finally went on a little getaway earlier this week and it was so nice. Glamping has been on my radar for a while but I never found time to plan a trip. I found Firelight Camps last fall […]

July 24, 2020

Happy Thursday everyone! No matter what flowers always brighten my day. Spending quarantine in the greenhouse was such an escape, and yesterday visiting  The Flower Stand was such a wonderful experience. It’s such a pleasant environment and the perfect safe summer activity. The owner, Ellen, could not be nicer and takes immaculate care of the […]

July 23, 2020

Hi everyone! Sail to Sable has been a long time favorite brand of mine. They have so many great classics and always add a fun twist. This summer especially, I’ve been living in my Sail to Sable pieces. In today’s post, I’m sharing some of my favorite pieces for summer that are great staples in […]

July 17, 2020

Today is #blackoutday2020 and I’m sharing some of my favorite black-owned businesses to shop at and a few that I’ve recently discovered! I’ve been seeing a ton of wonderful lists going around on Instagram and other platforms for different cities that include local black-owned businesses and restaurants. If you’re local to Buffalo here’s a link! […]

July 7, 2020

Today is #blackoutday2020 and I’m sharing some of my favorite black-owned businesses to shop at and a few that I’ve recently discovered! I’ve been seeing a ton of wonderful lists going around on Instagram and other platforms for different cities that include local black-owned businesses and restaurants. If you’re local to Buffalo here’s a link! […]

July 7, 2020

It’s almost the Fourth of July! The Fourth has been my favorite holiday since I was a little girl. My family always has a huge party at the lake and has the best time. Because of COVID this year is looking a little different and we’re having a smaller gathering at our cottage. In today’s […]

July 2, 2020

It’s almost the Fourth of July! The Fourth has been my favorite holiday since I was a little girl. My family always has a huge party at the lake and has the best time. Because of COVID this year is looking a little different and we’re having a smaller gathering at our cottage. In today’s […]

July 2, 2020

Hi everyone! White jeans and a striped tee is always a go-to look for me in the summer. In today’s post, I’m putting a little trendy twist on this classic combo. Wide leg pants have always been something that I loved, but tend to stay away from because of my height (5’2″).  Every time I […]

June 29, 2020

Hi everyone! White jeans and a striped tee is always a go-to look for me in the summer. In today’s post, I’m putting a little trendy twist on this classic combo. Wide leg pants have always been something that I loved, but tend to stay away from because of my height (5’2″).  Every time I […]

June 29, 2020

Hi everyone! You may have read my post about sunscreen the other day, and my latest discovery for extra sun protection is rash guards. I received this one from Cover Swim and cannot get enough of it. It not only offers sun protection, but it is also sustainably made and adorable. I’ve never felt so […]

June 25, 2020

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