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Back to school shopping is in full swing. I think we have the shoe part down

I have 4 kids ages 6, 9, 12, and 14. So you could say we’ve been through a lot of backpacks over the years (plus a few my kids are currently eyeing) Be sure to follow me for more back to school recommendations for teens AND elementary aged kids

I've been loving shoe accessories lately! They add a little personality to something that can sometimes feel a little boring. Spruce up your sneakers and show off your personality

I rounded up the cutest boots on the internet and these are them. I don't know which ones to buy!

2012 aesthetic is back baby. Bring on alllll the statement necklaces. But maybe let's keep the bubble necklaces in the past?

Bring on the cooler weather if it means these shoes. I love the textures and chunkiness coming out this fall

Trend alert! Polka dots are back and they're giving retro-chic, not costume. I went deep into the dot rabbit hole so you don't have to! These are the pieces that actually look cool, not like you raided your grandma's closet. Tops, dresses, socks, and hair accessories included because when a trend is this fun, you go all in.

sneaker flats are in this season. Love them or hate them, they're baaaack. They grew on me a lot while making this list, but I still don't think I could pull them off! My teens on the other hand? Fully converted. Here's every style worth knowing about — from the Puma Speedcat to the Samba mary jane to some options I never would have thought of.

No need to actually fish! Bring the fish to you. This is one of the hottest trends right now and honestly the more I leaned into it the more obsessed I got. Striped knits, barrel jeans, fisherman sandals, fish jewelry! yes fish jewelry. You'll understand when you see it.

the era of boring socks is over. fun socks peeking out of your shoes is a whole aesthetic now and honestly? it's the cheapest upgrade you can make to any outfit.

so many colors and shapes to choose from. I love that they can go with almost any outfit.

Silver girlies unite! For years I've been trying to love me in gold jewelry and it just doesn't work with my skintone. I couldn't be happier it's back!

Hot girl summer starts with the right dress. I rounded up the most gorgeous, actually-wearable summer dresses so you can stop scrolling and start adding to cart. Flowy, fitted, fancy, and everything in between.

Wide leg, barrel leg, flowy, structured — linen pants are THE pant of the moment and I have been doing extensive research on your behalf. These are the ones worth buying, all from stores that actually know how to do linen right.

suddenly I need every single mug on this list. I'll probably keep them all on the counter too because HOW COULD YOU NOT!?

Have a friend who’s into pretty stuff? Are you on a budget? You’re in luck. Hand curated for your friend I swear.

Cute things your dog deserves for being the goodest boy (or girl!). Everything is handmade from Etsy and the charm is almost too much?

We all know it’s your cats world and you’re just living in it. Or maybe that’s just how my cats treat me? Either way, your cats deserve these cute handmade items

My skin was getting worse the older I got and so I watched a billion videos to figure out what to buy. Here are the things that have actually made a difference in my skin!

The clean girl aesthetic doesn't mean a bare face — it means the right products. I've been obsessed with building a routine that looks like you woke up glowing. These are the products that actually deliver.

Make your phone match your vibe! These are all hand drawn app icon packs from Etsy. Works with iPhone and Android. swap out your boring default icons for something actually cute and your home screen will never be the same. cottagecore, kawaii, fruity, seasonal. There's a vibe for everyone here.

tomato products for everyone!

My teens and I have all read these and agree they're the perfect books and everyone should read them

Some of the BEST steamy romances out there. I've read all of these and lived to tell the tale. Take your pick from allll the tropes — enemies to lovers, fake dating, boss romance, sports romance, forbidden, you name it. Fair warning: your to-be-read pile is about to get very long.

I don't know why but the second I put a book down and try to tell someone about it, every single memory is completely wiped. I love reading and fully immersing myself in a story. Apparently too fully, because these books have left my brain entirely. I gave them all 5 stars though, so trust me when I say: just read them.