Category: Fashion

Create & Cultivate: The Conference

Let me just start off by saying this will probably be the most instagram-able blog post you will ever read, no really!  This conference was GORGEOUS!!!  While I was at Create & Cultivate I had a lot of people ask me what it was and or how you can go.  It’s basically a conference for all women entrepreneurs and influencers.  A few years ago I remember Lauren Conrad being a keynote speaker at one of the Create & Cultivate conferences so naturally it sparked my interest and ever since I have wanted to go!  It is a very intimate amount of people, I would say around 500(definitely the smallest I’ve ever been too).  This is what made it extra special, not to mention there were no lines!  The conference was located in Chicago at The House of Vans.  Super cool venue that made the event that much better.

The above picture is the outside of the House of Vans, below is what we walked into!!!

Some of the cutest stages that I ever did see!!!!

Any event that has a balloon drop is definitely where I want to be!!!

So many photo opportunities and vendors giving us ALL the swag!!!  Seriously came home with so much of it.  Shop my entire look from Conference day HERE!

If I am being honest, it was overwhelming at first!!  I didn’t know where to walk to first and or what I wanted to see/do.  Once I realized I had the whole entire day, I was good to go.  haha.

They had a braid bar, see how my hair is up now?!?!?!  And Mary Kay had a brow bar where Luis Casco from Project Runway was doing brows!!!  So MUCH fun!

When you match the RX Bar wall, you obvs take a pic!

If you had a VIP ticket, you got to drink all day at this Ca-UTE bar!

See what I’m saying?!?!?!  Every single time you turned around there was something else prettier than what you just saw!

The Speakers were off the hook, and they really only spoke for 30-45 minutes which was fabulous for keeping you interested!

Some of my favorites of the day are shown below and obviously Whitney Port and Ashley Tisdale!

I also got to meet some of my favorite local influencers which was great!!!

This right here was truly the message of the whole conference:  Collaboration OVER Competition.  We will go farther if we all work together!

It really was A WORK PARTY!!!  You should definitely join in next time!!!  Any other questions, send them my way!  Would love to hear from you!

XOXO,

Lissa

One last thing, there was a happy hour the night before sponsored by WeWerk.  That is truly where we made all the friends and met all the people!!!  Here are a bunch of fun pics from the night!!!!  You can shop my entire look HERE!!!

My Partner in Crime for the Weekend!!!

My Athleta Top 10 Must Have’s!!!!

First of all, I want to give a BIG thank you to everyone that came out to my First ever Styling Event yesterday!  I had SO much fun and I really appreciate the support!!!
Athleta is hands down one of my FAVORITE stores.  It is athleisure at it’s finest and for a very good reason!  They are a B Corporation, if you don’t know what exactly that is read more about that here.  The clothing is Ca-UTE!!!  And, it really performs! I did a blog post awhile back with Tips of shopping Athleta.  Check it out here, it’s worth the read!
I pulled my TOP 10 MUST HAVE Athleta items below!  Scroll over to see all 10.   I still have a couple 20% off codes from my event.  Comment in this post with your email and I’ll get ya one!
Here are some of the other items myself and all the ladies yesterday found to be our favorites!
You guys, this is my grandma.  Isn’t she the cutest?!?!?!  She is 81 an looks adorable in the Athleta stuff she chose.  And don’t you worry, I think she left with more than me!!!
My Mom is the cutest too!  But she preferred me not to put her head in the pics!!!  hahha. This Burgundy sweater comes in a few colors and is SO soft(my mom cannot handle anything itchy) and is the perfect item for fall!
This tank is racer back is oh so great!  Also, the pants!!!
A few other faves!
Track Pants!  Most comfy ones ever.
Shorts, I left with these!!!
Tank | Similar Skort
A Couple of my recent Athleta Looks!
And the cutest guests of the day!!!  They obviously came for Stan’s!!!
Let me know if you have any questions!!!  Hope to see you all at my next event!

XOXO,

Lissa

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale-Public Access!!!

AHHHH, this sale is so good I can’t stand it!!  Here are a few of my favorites that are still IN stock and UNDER $50!!!!  Don’t delay my friends, this stuff will sell out!!!

The cutest simple Chain!  It comes in Silver and Gold.

This plaid scarf is perfect for Fall and under $16!!!

These earrings will basically go with everything!!!  And how cute!

Or this scarf!!!!

Adorbs makeup pouch to throw in your purse!  I’m in LOVE with the floral.

These Steve Maddens I decided to keep in the snakeskin, I am wearing them today and they are Sups comfy!!!  They come in 5 colors.  This mustard yellow if fab.

Everybody needs a pair of Chucks!

How cute is this peplum tank?  Comes in 3 colors, better snag it fast!!!

Kind of random, but I desperately need new socks and this is a deal!

We all need an Adidas tank!

I don’t even know how these $35 Zella Leggings are still available in black!!!

Jeans, for under $50?!?!?!  Yes, Please!

3 colors available in this midi!!!

What else are you guys shopping for ?!?!?!?

 

Would love to hear!

XOXO,

Lissa

 

 

My Shopping Cart

AHHHHHH….There are SO many awesome deals and launches today!  First off, below are the items I ordered from the Nordy Anni Sale.  I thought about going there this morning but decided to take the kids to the pool, so online ordering it was.  Love that Nordstrom is so great about returns if I hate them or they don’t fit.  I seriously doubt I will hate them!  lol. If you hover over the item, it will show you the price!  Click to check out the dets.  All the tops were are $50 and shoes are under $100.  I ordered a M in everything except the Cross over sweater!

A couple other items I added!!
These Snakeskin Mules are only $50!!!
Love this Moto jacket and the hood comes off for a much dressier look if wanted.  This tee is perfect for layering and only $19!
This top will basically go with everything!!!
Now, onto Beauty!!!  Beautycounter launched some AMAZING new eyeshadows and powders today!!  Like, I’m dying to get my hands on them.  They are SO good.  Look how gorgeous my BFF looks in the Sorbet blush, surf bronzer, and topaz highlighter!
And Jewelry…..
Stella & Dot launched some of the cutest stuff today too.  I can’t take all of this!!!  haha.  Check out the full site of NEW ARRIVALS
This Tote is TOO Cute for fall!
I mean, a Tiger Pouf!  SOLD!
Basic lightweight hoop earring, love.  Comes in silver and gold!
DYING!!!  This pop of color is absolute perfection.
This INTERCHANGEABLE earring set is absolute genius and what Stella & Dot is known for.  It’s versatility!
There are also so many cute new tops, check them out here!!!
This Mae top is my fav!!!
And of course this striped Tatum Top!
Happy Shopping Friends!!  What have you added to your cart today!?!??!

XOXO,

Lissa

Round up of Swimsuits

The dog days of summer have only just begun, which means many more days of fun in the sun are ahead of us all.  Btw, if you aren’t 100% sure what the dog days of summer are, click here.  I didn’t know the “real” definition until right now.

Swimsuit shopping is probably one of the most dreaded events of a woman’s life.  I mean, how many times have you ordered a suit you knew wasn’t going to fit well but you liked it and hoped it was going to be “the one.”  Or that buying a new suit was going to solve ALL the problems?!?!?!  Well, have no fear, I have rounded up some of the cutest suits out there!!!  I either own these or have them on order, in which case I will update this post with my reviews once I get them.

 

This Jelly Bean Striped One Piece, I have literally been waiting for it to come back in stock.  This type of crossover neckline is very flattering on larger chests.  It also has adjustable straps which is very helpful.  The solid band at the waist makes this suit very flattering.  I picture it with a Black Straw Hat and black sandals.

UPDATE:  Ok, thought this suit would be my favorite.  I ordered it in a L and honestly probably needed an XL.  The waist has an extra band in it and its really tight.  Plus the stripes expanded.  lol.  It is going back!

 

This Blue Ruffle Suit literally screams my name.  It’s a shade of blue and has ruffles.  For you larger chested women like myself, you must know that ruffles like this in the front tend to make your chest look smaller.  One of the many reasons I love ruffles!  This suit also has a party in the back which makes it a 10 in my book.  I picture it with White Jean Shorts and a cute pair of Earrings.

UPDATE:  LOVE this suit!!  The party in the back is adorbs and it’s super comfy, even with the kids.  I ordered this in a M.

This black two piece is a MUST for everyone!  It’s pretty much your LBD.  Love me a good scallop and a high waist, plus the top looks uber supportive!  I picture wearing this suit a little more casual so some Fun Slides!

UPDATE:  Love this for a basic black suit.  The scallops make it more fun that is for sure.  The fabric feels cheap to me on this suit compared to the others.  I ordered a L.

 

This Red, White, & Blue suit is the absolute PERFECT suit for the Fourth of JULY!  I can basically see fireworks coming out of it.  These vertical stripes and waistband are sure to make you appear thinner.  I will probably wear this with White Jean Shorts too, and a fun pair of Red Earrings.  Ok, I confess, I ordered the red earring I just linked while I was linking them…They look like fireworks for real!!!

UPDATE:  I have to be honest, I wasn’t sure if this suit would end up fitting me the best.  Mostly because of the side ties.  Sometimes the chub can squeeze out of them. haha.  But I was very happy with this suit!  I ordered a L.  My Overalls are literally a summer staple.  You should snag a pair while you can, they are on SALE!!!

This Rust One Piece makes me drool.  Ha!  I am OBSESSED With this color lately.  Picture it with a pair of Jean Shorts and a Black Straw Hat.  Classic and Boho join in this look.

UPDATE:  Thought I would love this suit and……I do!!!  Ordered a L.

This Striped Suit is the perfect combo of stripes, ruffles, and great seams at the waist.  There were millions(ok thats an exaggeration) of great reviews about how flattering this suit is!  I feel like this suit needs a pop of color, like a teal, so definitely fun earrings, like these.  Especially since the one shoulder is bare.  Also, the earrings I just linked are on SALE for $10, from $38.  Treat Yourself!

UPDATE:  totes love this suit.  It’s cheap, from amazon, and it’s super comfy for a day at the pool with the kids!

This Palm Print Suit is so fun! Especially on a trip, I wore it to Mexico this past winter and it was great in the water too.  Here are my Sandals and Similar Sunnies.

 

Where is your favorite place to shop for swim???

Happy Summer Friends!

XOXO,

Lissa

Exciting News!

Hope everyone had an awesome MDW!  We spent most of it at my parents lake house so A LOT of fun and sun was had!  Right before the weekend began, I got some really exciting news in regards to my blog.  Before I share what it is, I thought I would start from the beginning.   I started this blog about 2 1/2 years ago.  I always knew I wanted to start a blog and what I truly wanted out of it but just like anything there were some delays, roadblocks, etc.  I love to shop, I love fashion, accessories, home decor, basically I love to SHOP so it doesn’t matter what or where I am at.  I WILL find something!  haha.  In fact, this weekend we hit up the Dollar General and you would have thought we were at Nordstrom!!!  I wish I was kidding, but you wouldn’t believe all the fun, random, junk they had there.

Some of the roadblocks I had with blogging were straight intimidation, fear of failure, truly that I wasn’t(or still am not)thin enough(which btw, I have gotten tons of feedback from people that they love that I am a real person-so thank you:).  When I originally started Twee Blog I had a vision but it just wasn’t coming together.  All of a sudden this past November, something clicked and I told myself I just had to go for it.  Put myself out there and who cares.  Twee Blog seriously is my passion project.  I am by no means saying I am the fashion queen.  haha!  I often seek advice or opinions from friends but I do know that I picture something in my head, put it on, and it usually is what I want or the look I am going for.

Onto what I knew I wanted out of this blog:

I knew I wanted to be an inspiration board, somewhere women(especially moms) can reference for looks they see me wearing.  I absolutely love to mix value with luxury.  I believe a nice handbag is ABSOLUTELY worth the money(and for the record, you can never have too many).

I knew I wanted to be as down to earth and real as possible.  I had a friend once tell me that what she loved about me was that I was always the first one to make fun of myself!  So no one else really had too.  (I am sure they still did and do) but I guess I always felt like that made me real or maybe just self aware but whatever works!

Last, I want to make money.  I mean, who doesn’t?  If you say you don’t you are lying.  If I can do what I am truly passionate about on my time and make some money, then score!  Monetizing a blog is not easy.  To actually make money with a blog, you need to be accepted by affiliate programs(most all of them) and you typically need to have a pretty large following to get brand partnerships.

So, I am sure you are like, what is your exciting news?!?!?!?!?  Dying, right?

I GOT ACCEPTED into an affiliate program!!!!!

YIPPEE!!!!

What does this mean?

This means that almost every link I share I have the opportunity to make up to 20% commission if anyone makes a purchase after they click on that specific link.  Most items are not 20% but I am still pretty geeked out about this!  Back in November when I made the decision to really “go for it”  I didn’t think it would take this long.  Truly it makes me that much more excited and proud of myself!

THANK YOU to all of you that have been supporting me so far on this little journey of mine!  I am loving it and it means the world!

Here is a fun summer look!  It doesn’t get more real than this photo shoot….Both kids were with me!!!  ha!

 

XOXO,

Lissa

Memorial Day Weekend

I absolutely love the holidays….I especially love the holidays where gifts aren’t a thing.  I mean, don’t get me wrong, I LOVE buying gifts but there is something extra special about getting together with everyone you like the most and just eating/chatting!  Ok, and drinking!!!  Let’s be real.  That’s really the best part.  lol.

Now that I have kids it’s also especially fun to shop for cute outfits for each holiday!  Plus, with Memorial Day, they can also wear their outfits and or accessories for 4th of July and Labor Day!  So better bang for your buck!  If, of course it still fits them….or they don’t RUIN it!  haha.  My friend Kate and I were just discussing this morning how kids always ruin their clothes.  Even when Emme wears a bib, she ends up wearing the food all over her still…….somehow!

The funny thing about these super cute pics of my kids and I wearing our Star Spangled Gear is that my cousin Emma & I had a photo shoot scheduled(sans kids), if you have ever done any kind of photo shoot you can imagine why sans kids is A LOT easier!  But mother nature didn’t like that date we had and kept raining and raining!  So, we met this past tuesday morning WITH Max & Emme.  I am actually super happy it ended up this way.  The kids were great(even through 5 outfit changes) and I obviously planned to have our pics taken together when I realized they would be joining us.  You can shop all of our gear below!  My jeans are on sale for $52 from $88 and my tank is only $12.99!!!

We are headed out to my parents house this weekend for some boating fun, my grandmas 90Th birthday party, and my mother in laws birthday!  What are you up to this weekend?!?!?

Hope you all have a Fun & Safe Holiday weekend!

XOXO,

Lissa

***All photo cred: Emma Jo Photography***

Quick Try On Session

 

We headed out to Jamba Juice after dinner last night because it’s honestly Maxwell’s new favorite place(and Emme’s too because she wants to do everything her brother does)!  I have never been the hugest Jamba fan but we fell into a couple gift cards that totaled $80, so let’s just leave it at that!  lol.  Jamba Juice just happens to be at our local shopping center.  woot woot!  So we “fell” into the Gap.  I have not fallen into the Gap in quite awhile.  Not for any particular reason as I almost always find something to buy there!  If not for myself, one of the kids(or Dusko)!  At any rate, shopping with your husband and two kids under 3 is basically a ticking time bomb!!  So the fact that I even got to step into the fitting room and actually try something on, let alone take pictures is a gosh darn miracle.  Side note, everything on gap.com is 40% off with code: HAPPY!  Everything will be linked below for your shopping convenience.

Had to add this picture of my ticking time bomb…it did eventually go off incase you were wondering!  Also, a trip to JJ made for this impromptu try on session so I was NOT prepared.  I am wearing a black bra in these pics and I probably wouldn’t necessarily have worn these jeans.  Either way, they were good enough.  The lighting is also very yellow, this isn’t a filter just the lighting in the fitting room!

Starting with this cute gauzey top because it is my favorite(wearing a small)!  I love that it’s lightweight for summer but still has sleeves, I love that it’s baggy/wider fitting, and I love the pastels!  I think this is super cute with a pair of cut off jean shorts for a summer night or a spring day!  It would also be cute with white distressed jeans!

I guess I was in the flowy mood last night.  Top linked here.  I don’t always pick tops like this but I do almost always pick tops with puffy sleeves!  lol!  I need to add that I had a friend recently tell me she doesn’t like tops with puffy sleeves because they make her arms look fat.  I completely disagree and think that they distract from your arm, which is one of the reasons I love them!  I am wearing a small.

Another puffy sleeve top!  And if you have been following me, another striped top!  lololol.  Maybe there are just a lot of striped tops out right now.  I like that this top is also that gauzey, linen fabric, and that it laces up the chest.  Such a surprising neckline.  This top(wearing a small) would also be so cute paired with white jeans or shorts!

Also, if you are wondering about the jeans pictured…yea, they didn’t fit and I wasn’t about to leave the fitting room and risk the time bomb going off early!  lol.  They are however linked below(for size reference, I felt they were small and would suggest sizing up).

These were just the few items that really spoke to me!  The Gap had a ton of cute clothes and if I would have had more time, would have grabbed a ton more!  Note, I am wearing a small in all of the tops.  I am usually more of a medium but because of the flowy nature of all 3 tops, I feel like it was easy to size down.  Especially because I am short!

Do you shop with your husband?  Your kids?  Am I crazy?!?!

Happy Friday!

XOXO,

Lissa

 

Recent Athleta Purchases

Ahh, I love Athleta.  I know a lot of people are obsessed with Lulu, I had a minor phase but if you are looking for performance-Athleta wins hands down!  Click HERE to read an older post I did where I also share some Athleta shopping tips!  For Mother’s Day, Dusko and the kids treated me to a little shopping trip!  I had a bunch of stuff in my shopping cart online but once I got into the store that cart didn’t matter anymore as stuff was screaming at me!  lol.  Isn’t it crazy though how once you try something on, it is either the best thing for you or it’s just horrible?!?!

My 2 favorite items:

My pants, Salutation 7/8 tights, just try them already!!!  I am wearing a Medium, I have a Medium Petite in my black pair that I prefer but wanted to try the regular.  Also, don’t be afraid of stripes on workout tights.  I definitely don’t think these add anything, in fact, I LOVE them!  This tank is actually on clearance.  I knew I had to have it when I saw it.  For starters, I love me a good white tee(or tank)!  And the party in the back is alright too!  Plus, won’t it be so cute with shorts or jeans for a casual outfit(wearing a medium)?!?

Kinda like this other tank I bought!

This Tank: I love the color, the fabric is super duper soft, and as you can see I wore it with a pair of jean shorts to the zoo the other day!  I love when clothes are “athleisure” especially as a sahm!  It is also on clearance so you better snag it fast(I’m wearing a medium)!!!

These shorts are the SOFTEST!  I really didn’t want the stripes because I was already planning to buy the blue stripe salutations but they didn’t have a medium in the solids, so?!?!?  I obvi needed them right away!  Seriously though, they are high waisted comfies.  I mean it really doesn’t get much better.  Perfect park shorts.  Or simply lounging.

I am trying really hard to be more practical about my purchases.  For example, everything I purchased can be worn to workout or not!  So, as a sahm can basically be worn anytime and still feel fab!

I linked everything above but also right here along with some of my Athleta Wish List!

 

XOXO,

Lissa

Do you have a favorite Athleta item?  Have you never tried Athleta?  Would love to hear from you!

Why I still “sell” Beautycounter

 

If you have been following me for a little while you know I wrote a post not that long ago about My Journey to A Safer Lifestyle.  If not, You can read all about it HERE.  So, after attending Beautycounter’s Leadership Summit this past weekend I felt I should follow up with-“Why I Still sell Beautycounter.”  As I mentioned, I just got home from Leadership Summit(a yearly conference for BC consultants).  I was obviously feeling pretty inspired.  Have you ever been to a conference for work?  Even when you really dislike your job, you generally leave feeling pretty inspired(and so darn exhausted).  One of the Managing Directors gave an incredible presentation on her dedication and grit to be able to quit her full time job and replace it with similar income from Beautycounter.  Something she said just cracked me up, infact, Dusko laughed when I told it to him. So it must be funny, right?!?!?  She said after her first summit, her husband asked her if she drank the “kool-aid?”  Her response, “No, but I did drink the non-GMO, organic smoothie!”  Ok, ok, maybe I am actually turning into a nerd?  I still think it’s hilarious though, and the ironic thing is, I actually personally did not drink the kool-aid either but I sure did drink A LOT of wine with some great old and new friends!

Me and one of my oldest/very first friends-Britt!

Me and a bunch of awesome new friends!

They also had so many fun photo booth opportunities and if you know me, you know I spent a lot of my night taking advantage of them!!!

So, bonus, this business(side gig) whatever you want to call it has also made me a great new social circle!  I want you all to know I have technically been a Beautycounter consultant for almost 2 years, come this Sept.  I went to this leadership summit thinking ok, maybe I will dive more into the product, get to know some of the women, etc.  To my surprise I came out of it completely OBSESSED with Beautycounter’s Mission(and maybe even feeling like I want to be a politician-maybe in my next life).  It is a fairly simple mission-To get safer products into the hands of EVERYONE!

What I didn’t know, maybe sheer ignorance was that Beautycounter actually has a lobbyist that works for them and goes to Washington D.C. regularly, fighting to get a law passed with regulations over certain chemicals.  There have also been hundreds of consultants that have won trips to go with her.  If you don’t already know this, there hasn’t been a major federal law passed in the United States since 1938(come on people, the ball point pen was invented in the same year) to regulate the safety of ingredients used in our personal care products!!!  Beautycounter and it’s thousands of consultants and customers are MAKING a difference in the world.  It is so much more than just skincare.  I also heard someone over the weekend say you can’t unlearn what you have already learned.  It’s kind of like when your friend tells you a secret and you try so hard to just forget it so you don’t tell anyone else.  lol, but really you just think about it more!  You all know what I am talking about!!!  I will be honest, I used to kind of ignore people or just not read articles regarding all of these cancer causing chemicals and hormone disruptors.  Ignorance is bliss, amiright??!?!  But it’s reality and we are living it.  We are also raising kids in this world and if I can make a difference in my family’s life as well as people that I connect with, than I am here to stay!  I left this weekend feeling proud that I am a Beautycounter consultant, I left feeling like I really want to share this gift with anyone else that wants to take it.  If you are interested in the opportunity to really have a voice, or maybe just to make friends(lol), or just to get some awesome, safe, beauty products, click HERE!  Also, take a few minutes to read an older blog post of mine that was a Clean Sweep campaign Beautycounter did a little while back.  It gives great insight to a lot of the harsh chemicals and what you should try to switch out immediately!

Bonus:  You can shop all of my summit looks below!

Shop all of this look here

Shop all of this look here

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Have you consciously switched out any of your beauty or self care products?  Would love to hear what and why in the comments!

XOXO,

Lissa

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