Eat + Stay + Play: The Ultimate Marrakech Travel Guide (Riads, Souks, Atlas Mountains & More)

Africa, Eat+Stay+Play Travel Guides, Travel

Marrakech is a city that captures all of your senses. The scent of orange blossom lingers in the air, the call to prayer softly echoes over the rooftops, and every step you take leads you to something beautifully unexpected. On our recent trip, we immersed ourselves in the rhythm of the city. Despite its organized […]

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Creating My Signature Scent in Grasse: Inside a Perfume Workshop at Galimard, France

Europe, France, Travel

Tucked into the sun-soaked hills of Grasse—widely known as the perfume capital of the world—I spent a dreamy afternoon at Galimard creating a scent that is entirely my own. Over the course of a beautifully curated 1 hour and 45 minute workshop, I was guided through the art of perfumery, learning how to balance top, […]

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Eat + Stay + Play: A Quick Travel Guide to Munich’s Old Town

Eat+Stay+Play Travel Guides, Europe, Germany, Travel

A quick trip to Munich is always a good idea, especially when you have just enough time to soak up the charm of its historic Old Town. From hearty Bavarian bites and beer garden culture to elegant architecture and lively squares, Munich’s Altstadt offers the perfect blend of old-world beauty and modern energy. In this […]

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A Summer to Remember: Food, Travel, and Celebrations Across Europe

Amsterdam, Travel

Summer always feels like it goes by in a blink, but this year was filled with so many moments worth savoring. From wandering a lively food truck festival in Amsterdam to toasting pink cocktails at a Barbie-themed party with friends, the season had no shortage of fun. We sipped the night away at a summer […]

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Aperol Bag Charm Crochet Pattern

Crochet, Fashion, Free Crochet Patterns

I am seeing crochet bag charms everywhere right now, so of course I had to try my hand at making some. I love how they add so much personality to a bag and they’re a great way to express yourself. If you follow me on Instagram you’ve seen a few that I’ve already made – […]

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My Favorite Spots and Hidden Gems in London’s West End

England, Travel

Traveling with my husband on some of his work trips has become a most enjoyable way to see some of my favorite destinations. I feel incredibly fortunate to have the flexibility to join him – it turns what would be an ordinary week into a bit of an adventure. While he’s attending meetings, I have […]

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All Aboard for Blooms: Riding the Historic Steam Tram Through Holland’s Tulip Fields

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Travel

Ah, springtime in The Netherlands. People and plants emerge from a long winter hibernation and everything goes from black and white to color almost overnight. I love seeing the trees turn green again and the flowers popping up in Vondelpark. While the city does a nice job of embracing tulip season with specially placed pots […]

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5 Minutes to Better Skin with Vichy


Beauty

Full disclosure: this is my first beauty post. Let me just say, I am not the expert when it comes to skincare and beauty products. I usually rely on things my friends recommend or that I read about on beauty blogs or in magazines. I am guilty of falling into the same routine when it comes […]

April 28, 2017

Mother’s Day Gift Guide With Kendra Scott


Fashion, Lifestyle

Mother’s Day always sneaks up on me. I see things throughout the year and think, my mom would love that! And then life goes on and schedules get crazy and before I know it, I’m scrambling to find something thoughtful at the last minute. I’m not alone, right? Several years ago my mom gave me a […]

April 27, 2017

Lately with C&C 4.24.17


Lifestyle

I’m BACK!! 🙂 I was preoccupied with responsibilities for my regular 9-5 gig from sun up to sun down last week, so I do apologize for making a rather sudden exit. And after returning from said responsibilities on Saturday I just needed some “me time” with my husband and our little fluff butt. I thought […]

April 24, 2017

Longchamp Love Affair: The Perfect All-Around Bag


Fashion

As a self-proclaimed member of handbag hoarders anonymous, I’m particularly interested in bags that will work overtime for me. My closet is home to every size, shape, and style of handbag, clutch, tote, duffel…you get the idea. Each typically serves a very unique purpose – date night, office, travel, everyday, etc. So when I find […]

April 13, 2017

Bohanan’s Bests The Steakhouse Scene


Restaurants

Some believe that the American steakhouse is an archaic restaurant model from a bygone era. A boys’ club. A high dollar gathering place exclusive to celebrating business deals with overpriced bourbon and overcooked steak. Anyone can name five or six, maybe even ten, steakhouses, none of which is any more remarkable than the next. My […]

April 12, 2017

15 Coachella Inspired Pieces Under $100


Fashion

Traveling to Coachella this year? Whatever your reason for attending one of the largest music festivals in the world, there’s no denying that in addition to music and art, Coachella is a destination for boho-loving fashionistas. My personal style is regularly in flux but I’ve always loved the relaxed vintage vibe of the bohemian look. A peasant […]

April 11, 2017

Finding the Sticking Place


Lifestyle

Setting goals has to be one of the hardest things to do. It always reminds me of setting a New Year’s resolution. I’m petrified of not achieving them and I put tremendous pressure on myself. Analysis of my goals is a constant in my professional life. Now that I’m also juggling, and really enjoying my […]

April 6, 2017

March 2017 Round-Up


Lifestyle

Why hello, April, is that you already? This year seems to be the fastest one yet. Each new month brings thoughts of what I accomplished the previous month, things I managed to do (or maybe not do), and I start thinking about the month ahead. I mentioned on Instagram that I’m working on some goal […]

April 5, 2017

C&C Weekly Instagram Recap 3.31.17


Fashion, Food and Wine, Restaurants

Happy Friday, everyone! I hope the week was good to you. I realized that just because I post something to Instagram does not necessarily mean that everyone sees it. Personally, I love Instagram. As an amateur photographer and someone who enjoys gawking at pictures of food and clothes all day, I find it to be incredibly […]

March 31, 2017

Finding Inspiration With a Travel Bucket List


Travel

As a couple who has traveled quite a bit (19 countries and counting), my husband and I are always kicking around ideas of where we would like to visit next. The conversation usually starts before we’ve even returned home from a trip. Seeing the world is something that puts life into our veins. It helps […]

March 30, 2017

Best Brunch at Vaudeville’s Basement Bistro


Restaurants

I love brunch. Just the thought of having an array of sweet and savory dishes plus coffee and cocktails has me workin’ for the weekend. Brunch is a much-loved tradition. If you search Instagram for #brunch, you’ll see more than 13 million mouth-watering photos of carefully curated croissants, cappuccinos, Eggs Benedict, and of course the star of the […]

March 29, 2017

Learning How To Be More Than Just A Tourist


Lifestyle, Self, Travel

I read a short article over the weekend called 5 Signs You’re a Tourist, Not a Traveler and it got me thinking about the evolution of our travel habits. When my husband and I first started traveling internationally, we were total newbies at the entire experience. We had been all over the United States but when you go […]

March 20, 2017

A Walking Tour of Colorful Valparaiso


South America, Travel

Hello and happy Wednesday! There is really nothing prettier than springtime in central Texas. The weather is getting warmer but not too warm and the wildflowers are starting to pop up everywhere, blanketing the landscape in beautiful bluebonnets. Even my wardrobe is starting to look a little more light. With all this color around us I […]

March 15, 2017

10 Best Espadrilles to Complete Your Summer Wardrobe


Fashion

Since it’s Monday and the week is already off to a slightly frustrating start, I thought I would divert my attention to something that always cheers me up – shoes! I also completely didn’t do a Friday Favorites post last week because I was traveling for my day job and also I’ve been working on the […]

March 13, 2017

Peggy’s On The Green Is On The Mark


Restaurants

What defines an exceptional dining experience? Our weekend visit to Peggy’s On The Green in Boerne, Texas provided just that definition. It was a rainy day and we had spent most of it fighting the retail crowds and running errands. Nothing sounded better than an early dinner of comfort food and a great cocktail. Peggy’s accommodated […]

March 7, 2017