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5 Ways My Mental Health Issues Have Positively Impacted My Life

5 Ways My Mental Health Issues Have Positively Impacted My Life

I’ve been pretty absent from this little corner of the internet and the most simple reason for that is, that I’ve been busy. Weddings, weekends away, visitors, a new position at my full time job, having a broken a computer – and getting a new one, holidays, turning 31 – theres been a lot going on and I haven’t really been able to catch my breath. There are so many times in the past few months…

image one // image two // image three // image four // image five Happy Summer! Before I head out to finally get a new computer tomorrow (and hopefully be able to blog a bit more and share some more pictures), I thought I’d share a little edit with you. As you know the 4th of July is right around the corner and there are so many fun and affordable patriotic pieces to shop right now. I’ve rounded…

image one // image two // image three // image four I’ve been wanting to do a few blog posts lately and had 2-3 in mind to do this week. This past week was a little insane though and had time for 0. The lighting has also been subpar these past few days with June gloom – so pictures have been harder to take. That being said, I spent a little down time this weekend looking for some new budget buys…

DIY Hat Tutorial Happy Memorial Day Weekend! What’s everyone up to these next few days? I plan on relaxing and hanging out with Nellie and Chris at home. When you live in Laguna Beach, there’s really no place better to go to celebrate the long weekend and unofficial start of summer! As you may have hear, there’s a lot of good sales going on right now – and you know I love my sales! Below I have a…

image one // image two // image three // image four // image five // image six // image seven I love this subdued, more neutral palette for summer – it feels so easy, breezy and fresh! Shop this “vibe” below. All pieces are under $100! [show_boutique_widget id=”603717″]

When I first saw these sandals, I was completely obsessed…and then I quickly saw that they were Chanel and cost my rent. So, I decided to attempt to DIY them! Since I was fairly successful, I’m sharing how I did it with you today. Obviously since I was making it up as I went I probably could have done a few things differently, but maybe if you try it, you’ll learn from my mistakes! Without…

Enjoying the new addition to Byrdie – The Thirty Finally got a summer cut and some color at Blanc Noir and am feeling like a new woman. If you are interested in getting Balayage, the master of it works there – ask for Jonnie. Obsessed with this California Denim Jacket and Cali Dreamin’ Sweatshirt. While we are at it, I’m also obsessed with this California silk scarf. I’ve been making this vegan…

Hello! Checking in today to share some snaps from the past few weeks. I hope you’ve been well and are enjoying the Spring so far! Sunset happy hour when my best friend visited me in Laguna Beach! True Love! ^one of my favorite pics lately Gumtree in Hermosa Beach A pretty Spring Target even at the Lombardi House in LA My new DIY sandals that I took for a test run. Will do a post on them soon!…

image one // image two via Sarah Sherman Samuel// image three // image four // image five // image six // image seven // image eight This week my budget buys are all about color & pop! Literally want everything right now – but when do I not? Everything is under $100 so happy shopping and happy weekend! [show_boutique_widget id=”584391″]

Last week Chevrolet invited Glitter Guide to test out the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV on a road trip from Laguna Beach up to Santa Barbara for a luxurious stay at The Bacara Resort & Spa! How could I say no? Today, I’m sharing my experience and taking you along on the trip. Be prepared to be inspired to plan a summer road trip with your girls — and a stay at The Bacara… More info on the trip on…

image one // image two //image three // image four // image five // image six When I started saving this week’s budget buys I realized that I was saving items that looked like I should be heading on a trip to the French Riviera so that pretty much is the theme of this edit. Besides the incredible amount of cute gingham pieces out right now, I’m totally digging pearls, straw baskets, sundresses,…

Hello Spring! If you missed it, I wrote posted a spring outfit diary over on Glitter Guide the other week in collaboration with Sole Society. I had so much fun styling these looks and sharing a little bit more about my fashion philosophy and what influences my style. Below I’m sharing some added tidbits to the original article I wrote as well as links to the pieces I’m wearing and where you can…

image one // image two // image 3 //image 4 Happy Friday and Happy Weekend! Today I’m rounding up some of the affordable fashion and style finds that I’ve found this week. Everything is making we so excited for Spring and Summer! Don’t forget to follow @abbysbudgetbuys on Instagram where I share items daily and stay tuned for next Tuesday when I’ll share my budget buys under $50 on Glitter Guide.…