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Mommy and Me Date at the Cutest Pink Nail Salon

February 26, 2021

If you know me, you know how much I love all things girly and pink. It’s just part of my DNA. Places like Sketch London, SLS Baha Mar, The Greenbriar and The Colony Palm Beach are eternally on my list of things to love.So when a friend sent me a photo of a super pink nail salon a few towns over and said it was…

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Family Travel: Swim with the Manatees at Crystal River

January 26, 2021

If you’re looking for a laid-back family adventure and a taste of Old Florida, this is the escape for you. We set the destination to Crystal River and embarked on a road trip to swim with the manatees, delight in a change of scenery and make some pretty incredible memories along the way. In a time when we’ve all adjusted to slowing down and enjoying…

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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

January 13, 2021

I’m so excited to share my favorite Valentine’s Day gift ideas because this year they’re all from the 30A Mama shop! It’s the first time I’m able to share all these sweet things from my own boutique and let me tell you that’s a big deal over here.The girls helped me in picking out the most adorable things for your little valentines. From swimsuits and…

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Best of 2020: 30A Sunsets (and a Sunrise)

December 29, 2020

If you’ve been following me long enough, you probably know by now that my weakness is a cotton candy sunset. You might say I’m a little obsessed, especially our own 30A sunsets. When the bright blue sky melts into a rainbow of pastel colors and beautiful ombre, it’s one of my favorite things in life to see. Sunsets always feel like I’m in a storybook…

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Christmas on 30A – Favorite Holiday Photo Ops

December 15, 2020

30A has picture perfect spots for your Instagram and family photos all year long, but during Christmas time, it’s even more beautiful. In this post, I’m sharing a few of my favorite places to snap a holiday from Seaside to Rosemary Beach to Sandestin and beyond. There are really too many places to include in one post and one spot could inspire 1,000 different photos,…

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Hot Chocolate Dessert Charcuterie Board

December 11, 2020

You know charcuterie boards, but do you know cocoa-cuterie boards aka hot chocolate dessert boards? While beautiful and artful charcuterie boards continue to be everywhere this season, Emery and I decided to get in on the fun with a sweet spin on this trend. We put together a hot chocolate dessert board full of sweets, treats and delicious bites to enjoy along with your favorite…

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5 Dressy Holiday Looks to Try This Season

December 8, 2020

Maybe you’ve been living in loungewear all year long and haven’t had one reason to put together a “real” outfit since March. Maybe seeing the light at the end of the 2020 tunnel is reason enough to step up your holiday look and wear something fabulous. Maybe you don’t need a reason at all to dress up with your wardrobe this season.For those of you…

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Collins’ 3rd Birthday

December 1, 2020

We celebrated Miss Collins turning 3 over the weekend and it was as sweet as can be. She was thrilled to have her very own party and talked non-stop about having “franz” come over to play. We had a super small gathering with just a few people to celebrate our girl in person. December Birthday December birthdays can be tricky with so much holiday activity…

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My Favorite Red Lipsticks

November 25, 2020

There’s a stretch of the year when I love to wear red lipsticks and we are in the thick of it. A bold or bright red lip for the holiday season always feels so festive and chic, so this time of year, red is a frequent choice. I’m not sure why I don’t wear it more throughout the rest of the year, but it just…

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Christmas Cards with Minted

November 12, 2020

If you haven’t noticed yet, the holiday season is in full swing, perhaps even a bit early this year. You’re probably feeling a little like me and love the start of this period. Personally, I’m hoping to stretch as much of the last two months of the year out in an effort to savor the most joyous time a little longer. I think we can…

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My Zoom Whitening Experience

November 11, 2020

I recently tried Zoom teeth whitening for the first time and am sharing all about my experience at Destin Center for Cosmetic Dentistry. I’ve got before and after photos, how long you should expect the appointment to take, how much whiter your teeth might get and how it looks and feels afterward. A lot of you asked me about sensitivity and I made sure to…

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3 Easy Hair Tools to Try – Remington Wet2Style

November 10, 2020

If you feel better when your hair is done, but don’t have a ton of time to devote to high maintenance routines, this post is for you. I’m sharing a new line of styling tools that is affordable, easy to use, and most importantly, is designed to work with damp hair to cut down on overall styling time. Say hello to the Remington Wet2Style Collection!…

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Wednesday Wishlist: Neutral Sneakers

October 28, 2020

Pretty little sneakers Shop blush and neutral casual shoes (even a few with leopard!) as go-to shoes for all things active this season. adidas UltraBoost 20 Running Shoe 2. adidas Swift Run Sneaker view full post »…

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30A Mama New Arrivals

October 14, 2020

Chambray Dress | Over the Knee Boots | Louis Vuitton Neverfull | Checkered Bag more new arrivals coming soon!…

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Local Pumpkin Patches

October 6, 2020

If you’re looking for a fun outdoor activity for you and the family this fall, it might be time to go pumpkin patch hopping. We don’t have a ton of farm options and true pumpkin patches, but these local spots do such a good job of putting together adorable fall moments and pumpkin-perfect vignettes. Definitely worth a visit for a memorable afternoon and plenty of…

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