Steve Madden has been one of my favorite brands of shoes for years. I’ve worn them since high school – crazy! We’ve both grown and evolved over the years and they still make some of my favorite shoes. This year I’ve been living in their sandals and wanted to share some of my favorites that are on sale right now. Currently 25% off but they gave me a discount code for 30% – ASHLEY for 30% off any sale styles.

from above:

nude Dripp slides, Traveler clear studded sandals, Hadyn slides, Marina slides

top row: left, middle, right

middle row: left, middle, right

bottom row: left, middle, right

We’ve been spending a lot of time at the pool swimming with the kids recently. They finished a 10 day swim program last month so we’ve been practicing as much as possible. With all the time in the pool I’ve come to love one piece swimsuits and found five I absolutely love and wanted to share. They’re all true to size and under $100, most are under $50.

yellow and white striped, peach, leopard

plaid, blue

on me: leopard swimsuit, shorts, similar hat, sunglasses, sandals

on Crosby: similar swimsuit, shorts

on Wilder: t-shirt, swimsuit

on me: swimsuit, coverup pants, bag, sandals

on Crosby: swimsuit, shorts

swimsuit

swimsuit, shorts, hat

swimsuit, pants, hat

Happy Thursday! I’m coming to you today from the couch with a kid who’s home not feeling good so we’re taking it a little slower and watching a little more tv than normal. It’s cold and gloomy outside so at least we’re not missing much. I can’t believe we’re heading into April next week… if only our weather would fully get on board with spring. I’ve been craving all things rainbow and pastel lately and pulled together my recent favorite spring finds.

from above:

rainbow cardigan, tank, joggers, slides

sweater (on sale for $9 and comes in other colors), bucket hat (under $20 target find), linen shorts, egg chair 

hat, tank, shorts

slides (under $20), bracelets, jeans (25% off right now)

dress

I’m especially excited for Easter this year and it’s hard to believe it’s just a few weeks away! Last year we were only a few weeks into the lockdown and spent a gloomy and cold Easter at home. This year we already have a few egg hunts on the calendar and some other fun Easter activities to look forward to. I’ve been thinking about what we’ll wear and put together a rundown of dresses I’m loving for me, for Crosby and shirts for Wilder too.

Crosby’s dress, my dress 

top from left: 1, 2, 3, 4

bottom: 1, 2, 3, 4

left, center, right

top left, right

center left, right

bottom left, center, right

top left, right

center left, right

bottom left, right

Calendar wise the end of August is typically the end of summer, but in southern California (and several other places), summer is just heating up. We will have really hot days until at least Halloween and this year I really want to soak them up at the beach as much as possible. Usually by September the crowds are a lot smaller and the beach is easier to do. Fingers crossed that’s still true for this wacky year.

We headed down the peninsula to the bay side the other day after naps for some late afternoon/early evening fun. It’s been really hot and humid and it was still 85 degrees when we left at 6:30, but we had fun playing in the sand and splashing in the water.

I ordered this swimsuit for myself a few weeks ago on major sale. When it arrived I realized how similar it was to one of Crosby’s so we had to wear them together. Both of our suits are sadly sold out, but this time of year is always a good time to take advantage of the end of season sales and shop for swimwear at a big discount. I’m rounding up some favorites below.

J. Crew is one of my favorites for one piece swimsuits for myself, they have a pretty good selection on sale right now. I’m loving this black and white gingham print, this orange and pink and this pink one-shoulder suit. These seersucker one shoulder suits would be really cute to hold on to until next 4th of July, they’re currently and extra 60% off.

I always love getting Crosby’s swimsuits at Old Navy, the one she’s wearing is sold out but it’s available in a turquoise polka dot print.

I also love this tropical print with the dainty ruffles, navy blue palm tree print, black and white polka dot, and this navy and white star ruffle suit (would be another cute one to hold onto until next summer). She also has this leopard print suit and loves it.

Hope you had a great weekend – thank you for reading and following!

Happy Monday… but does that it even matter what day it is anymore? I apologize for going radio silent over here the past week, I’m still trying to balance this new normal. Today I want to talk skincare! I haven’t been wearing much makeup lately but have still been focused on skin. I wanted to share my current morning skincare routine…

I start by splashing cool water on my face, I normally don’t use a cleanser in the morning just water.

Then I spray Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Hydrating Mist all over my face, neck and chest and blot it in. This has such a subtle scent that makes me feel like I’m at the spa.

Next I apply Murad’s Environmental Shield Serum to my face, neck and chest. It’s packed with vitamin C which I feel really helps to wake up my skin.

Followed by Murad’s Environmental Shield Eye Cream. This brightens my eyes so much and instantly makes me feel more awake.

I finish with Tula’s brand new sunscreen. I’m a huge fan of this, it’s not greasy, does not have a white tint, smells great and even has a subtle glow.

All of these products (and all products from their respective brands) are currently on sale.

All Elemis products are 25% off with code LTK25

Murad’s are also 25% off and free shipping with code LTK25

My discount code for 15% all Tula products is ASHLEYJACKEL

Other favorites from Elemis include this cleansing balm… I love both the original and the rose pro collagen, this marine oil, night cream and neck and decollete balm.

From Murad I love this peel, gel moisturizer, age spot correcting serum and recovery eye serum.

My favorite Tula products are this primer, brightening eye balm, cult classic cleanser and these gummy vitamins.

Hope you have a great week – as always thank you so much for reading and following.