When you’re marrying a photographer, photos are pretty important. Hell, when you’re getting married period, photos are pretty important. Ronny and I took our engagement photos last month, and, brides, now I feel qualified to tell you all what to know before you take engagement photos. 1.) Go in ready to show your personality. Truth…
Ahhh, Trolltunga. The thing of Instagram legends. In August, Ronny and I hiked the famous Norwegian cliff in a total whirlwind. Here’s what you need to know before you hike Trolltunga, especially if you’re a newbie like me. I’ll detail our schedule, what you should pack for the hike, and give you all the pro-tips along the…
Running is stupid. You get sweaty, your joints hurt, your body is flopping everywhere, and you’re not even sure you’re doing it right. I know. About two years ago, I, too, thought running was a crock of crap, existing solely for the Crossfit show-offs who wanted to remind me that I’m a size 8 when…
Shop Local Raleigh invited me to their Boutique Blowout last week, and I was pleasantly surprised at the talent right here in Raleigh. Here are a few brands worth checking out and spending your moola on. Klen A chic, wonderfully-designed and delightfully-smelling LOCAL beauty line actually exists! Klen‘s lemon lavender scent smells *exactly* like Thailand, so…
I recently flew from Raleigh-Durham to Bangkok, Thailand – the entire travel time clocked in around 23 hours, with flights, layovers and getting through security. It was long. I suffered. But you don’t have to! Here are the five unexpected things you need for a long flight: Underwear that your butt doesn’t eat. Yeah I…
I travel a lot, and have tried my damnedest to perfect my routine. Yet, for some reason, I ALWAYS miss something. If you’re flying more than two hours, here’s what you need to do: 1. Bring headphones. A major DUH, but make like Santa and check your pockets twice for these suckers. I go for the…
Refinery29’s article “How (Exactly) To Look Like a French Girl,” gives us all kinds of French beauty tips to remind us that American girls are basically virgins who can’t drive. I’ve long been a huge fan of Refinery29, as I frequently see them as the cutting edge of beauty and fashion trends, while still being relatable….
I’m sitting in my connecting airport coming back from BlogHer’13, and all-in-all, this trip was a major success. (And of course, big thanks to my awesome employer, Ignite Social Media, for sending me!) Here are my top learnings from the sassiest, smartest blogger conference on earth: 1.) Wear good shoes. Look, I know you’re a…
