Back to School Nail Art Trends for 2019

Today I’m sharing my favorite nail art trends for the back to school / Fall season!  There are a lot of new and fun ways to switch up your nail art and most are pretty easy to DIY.  Take a peek at the new back to school nail art trends for 2019:

 

Loving this trend! Create a tiny crescent moon out of sparkling accents.

 

Pearls are back for Fall, add a little or add a lot! It’s up to you

 

I love the V french manicure, a twist on a classic look!

The classic french mani is still in style too!

 

This marble look can be done in nudes and pinks for a softer look

Or add brighter colors to make it really stand out

 

any shade of red will do

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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9 Fun Dessert Recipes for the Beach Lover

Get ready because this blog post is super yummy!  Today I’m sharing so many fun desserts that are perfect for mermaids and beach lovers alike.  There’s recipes for everything from mermaid cakes to sand dollar cookies and more.  I know I can’t wait to try one of each!

 

Pink Madeleine Sea Shell Cookies via Studio DIY

Mermaid Cheesecake via Emma Slieblingsstuecke *You will need Google translate for this one

Beach Cakeiscles via Big Bear’s Wife

Beach Day Cupcakes via Oh My Sugar High

Tropical Gumball Popsicles via Studio DIY

Sand Dollar Cookies via Sweet Sugarbelle

Mermaid Ice Cream via Homemade Interests

Crab Cookies via Coastal Living

Seashell Candy via Girl Inspired

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top 7 DIY with Shells

Have you ever collected a bunch of sea shells over the Summer, only to have them sit in the same container you brought to the beach with you?  Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us.  This morning I wanted to share some stylish DIY projects that will put your shell collection to good use!  Also I added some beautiful shell inspiration at the bottom of the post.  Don’t miss out:

DIY Shell Candles

DIY Summer Shell Lamp

DIY Shell Wreath

DIY Seashell Bridal Bouquet

DIY Shell Art

DIY Shell Specimen Art

DIY Oyster Shell Mirror

 

Click any picture to be taken to tutorial

@bittencourtgustavo

@sheena.miyake

via Anthropologie

via Tamara Mogendorff

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Swimsuits & Sweater Trends with Free People

I don’t know what it is about the combination of swimsuits and sweaters that just feels a little extra cozy.  Something about the juxtaposition just feels right, especially as we move towards the end of Summer and head into Fall.  While Summer is my absolute favorite season, I also really enjoy the cusp of Summer to Fall.  It’s a special time of year when it’s still warm enough to go to the beach but cool enough at night to get cozy by the bonfire and snuggle up in some cozy knits!

 

 

Love the back on this one!

Layer your swimsuit with a cute eyelet top

 

I’m loving the combo of tie front and gingham print

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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All White Nantucket Home Tour

I’ve talked before about my love for all white homes and I think this one really hits the spot!  The designers purposely added white ceilings, white walls and white floors as a chance to allow the furniture and design to pop.  Natural wood pieces were added to keep the feel of the home warm.  Located on the island of Nantucket, this coastal Summer home offers lots of easy breezy beach feels.  Take a peek:

 

all white, all day

I don’t think there’s one thing about this room that I don’t love!

I feel like the all white room really makes this nautical painting pop. Also I’m in love with that barrel planter! DIY?

 

I love that this bathroom is bold and and colorful but still feels airy and light

I think this is one of the rooms you really notice how the wood tones warm the room

via Domino

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top 7 End of Summer Cocktails

If you’ve gone all Summer without trying these scrumptious cocktails, drop what you’re doing and head to your nearest bar or liquor shop!  The way I see it, there’s only about a month or so left of Summer.  In that span of time I fully intend on soaking up as much Summer and sunshine that I can get.  Who’s ever with me, say tequila!

 

Monkeylada Martini via The Cookie Rookie

Guava Spritzer via Boxwood Avenue

Lemon Drop Margarita

Coconut Daiquiri via A Turtle’s Life for Me

Rosé grapefruit mimosa via Mindful Avocado

Cucumber Margarita via A Side of Sweet

Mango Mojito via Vikalinka

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top 6 DIY – Beach Towels

Happy August everyone!  To start this month off, I’m sharing my favorite DIY for beach towels.  I’ve included everything from pom poms to tie dye and even ones with pillows sewn in.  Check ’em out!

Pom pom beach towel via lovely indeed

Round beach towel via a beautiful mess

Bleach word towels via Studio DIY

Lace trim beach towel via eHow

Flamingo beach towel via Brit + Co

Tie dye beach towel via oleander and palm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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