Ikea Clothing Rack

I live in an apartment, and with that comes limited space…limited closet space. Let's be clear, here! Sure, a large kitchen would be nice, and so would a second bedroom but I'd trade both of those things for a spacious closet!

Last week, Tyler and I were spring cleaning. It was so refreshing to get rid of clothes I haven't touched in a year! It definitely freed up space in my closet, but nowhere near enough!! That got me thinking...

I was browsing the web yesterday for "clothing racks" because I find them super charming, especially exposed in an unpredictable place like a bedroom, and I came across this clothing rack from Ikea. Practical, good looking and $9.00. SOLD! I put 2 in my cart and DONE!

These puppies came in today and I'm drooling over how much extra space i've gained since setting them up! I keep all of my pretty clothes on display and all of my…err...practical clothes in my closet. Who am I kidding? I don't have practical clothes. Everything I buy either has sequins or feathers. If an outfit has both, then my day has been made!

Anyways, back to this clothing rack - best purchase ever. If you're limited on space, I recommend you purchasing one!

All in all, I may not have a huge closet, but I have a cute space saver, and that's pretty much the same thing. Lots more to do to the bedroom, but it's coming along! And this orange is SO FAB in person. Thanks for stopping by!

The V, Seagrove + Majestical Jewelry

I have found the cure for marriage blues!!! What are marriage blues, you ask? You know…when your marriage needs a little spark; when you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of it all; for us, most importantly, when you need time away from technology!!

So here's the cure: Tyler surprised me with a date to a restaurant both of us have never been to before. Since we've only been living in Florida for 8 months, there are still so many restaurants in our area that we haven't touched! I am a TOTAL foodie, so I love exploring the ambiance of a new restaurant and the foods they offer. This restaurant was really cool and had a great outdoor area - so great that we had to be on a waiting list just to sit outside! 

Of course, a girl get's all dressed up for a night out and my husband doesn't think to take a picture of my whole outfit. I looooveeed my balloon skirt from JCrew (enter sad face!) but at least he got a picture of my new jewels from Majestical Jewelry! You guys, I have a new obsession with this store!! Everything is so affordable, and I can't get over these gorgeous baubles around my neck! 

Fried calamari is my FAV. 

So, Tyler and I love Sangria and asked for a red wine sangria at dinner. It was delicious but had whiskey in it...Is this typical for a sangria!? We are used to wine and fruit! It was totally spiked…tasted like college (this metaphor is both good and bad)! 

We about fell off of our chairs and died when we had their beignets for dessert. After 10 minutes of giggling and moaning because the powdered sugar was SOOOOOO good and the beignets were so warm, the waiter told us the chef is from New Orleans. Go figure. 

We loved these so much we considered going and buying mix to make our own. Then, we quickly ruled out that idea because we don't know how to do that (and I'm cajun…what the!?)

 Our night ended with a gorgeous sunset above the sea! I'm telling you - a new restaurant cures the marriage blues!!

I leave you with a picture of my gorgeous jewelry from Majestical Jewelry. I just MIGHT be having a giveaway on my Instagram for these beauties THIS WEEK. Stay tunnneeddddd...

A New Light

For a while now, my groom and I have been on the search for a home. Little did we know, that is a lot tougher than it looks! We fell in love with a tiny house near the bay, but an offer was made and the house sold before we could even go to a bank. Sometimes looking ahead is such a big distraction to what you have right in front of you. We love our happy home - all 750 square feet of it, and we've decided we want to spend another year here enjoying little responsibility and more spontaneity. With all that being said, we've finally got around to decorating and our place is looking mighty fine! We added succulents to our window ledge, and I can't help but smile every day I wake up and every night I go to bed. $50 and the best (and easiest) purchase ever!!

Willow Spring 2014

GET THE LOOK! 

"So There Jade" blue eyeliner under my bottom lashes

White eyeliner on my watermark to give the illusion that my eyes are bigger and brighter
3D Mascara
#36 False Lashes
Studio Fix foundation (In winter, I wear NC37. In summer, I wear NC 42)
Blush in "Gentle"
Matte Lipstick in "So Chaud". The perfect color for orange lips this spring!

Willow Spring 2014

Dying over this dress! It is SO my style and the fact that it has pops of neon make me swoon. You're looking good, Spring 2014! Get everything in this picture from @willowboutique on Instagram. Follow me for more sneak peeks of Willow 2014!

Blog Re-design!

New Re-design! HOORAY!

I loved my blog design before, but lately I've been summer dreamin' and since I live 5 seconds away from the ocean, I thought, "why not?"

It all began on Sunday, the day Tyler and I take our usual "beach picnic" break. Our break consists of books, no shoes and a big blanket for sprawling out!  As I was sitting on the blanket admiring the scenery (and breeze!), I realized what a beautiful place I live in. Don't get me wrong - I've always known I live in a beautiful place but I've never really taken full advantage of living in a beach town! With the wedding and moving to Florida during the holidays, it's been the last thing on my mind.

I want to change that this year.

Hence, the new design: more posts about beach life, more bikini's, more palm trees, snorkeling, bicycling (get the full scoop on Instagram @kaylynweir). You know, beach stuff! Coming from Mississippi where we have lots and lots of tall trees and woods, I shaped my blog around owls and mushrooms. Really woodsy…woods no longer! Bring it, beach!

It's really starting to feel like a whole new year with new changes and new jobs. The excitement is almost unbearable!

Ps. Today is the first day at my new job! Nervessss!! Say a prayer for me!

Polar Vortex Hits Florida

Those aren't raindrops, my friends. That is ice…on a palm tree. Have you ever seen such?! Tyler and I were watching the Bachelor last night when a warning appeared on our TV saying "freeze warning for Walton County". We both looked at each other in amazement. "Surely, this can't possibly be for us?" we thought. Fast forward to today and what do you know. It's sleeting! I can't say I'm sad. I am a cold weather fanatic (and my Groom got to stay home from work!) This polar vortex seems to be working in our favor, after all.

Stay warm and dry!

Fondue (Again)

As I mentioned in a previous post, we had Tyler's family visit our town this weekend. We hit up pizza shops, fudge and ice cream parlors, fondue and breakfast restaurants. It was a FEAST thanks to The Weirs! Below is one of our favorite spots to eat fondue. You could call us "regulars". 

What is with my fondue obsession!?!?!