Referred to as “The Village by the Sea” Carlsbad, California is a destination you’ll definitely want to add to your travel list. Just 40 minutes away from downtown San Diego, this is one of the state’s most ultimate beach towns. It is a great place to take your family, head out for a fun weekend with the girls, or to explore on your own. The beaches are quite serene and laidback while just a short distance away you’ll find a host of shops, bars, and restaurants for you to explore. Below are a few more reasons to give this place a try:

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You and your friends have decided to take a girls weekend trip and are in the process of making plans. Where do you start and what needs to be done? While some things can be researched and arranged ahead of time, like the location of your hotel and places to visit. Other things you should consider include issues like safety and being aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar places. There are ways to stay vigilant and alert so everyone can have fun and make the most of the girls weekend while staying safe out of town.

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My favorite wintertime gala is quickly approaching! Every year, Jump Back Ball out does itself related to all things theatrics - as they should! Playhouse Square, the beneficiary of this fabulous evening, is the largest theatre district outside of New York City.

This year’s theme is Roaring Twenties and I always like to wait for awards season to roll out to assist in some inspiration for what I should wear!

This year’s winner was a surprising one - though a total stunner! Frankly, in order to wear silk like this you need to really really like your body - so I don’t know if I’ll be so brave, but Maisie Williams really killed it in this look.

Her gown, hair and make up is so perfectly ‘old school Hollywood’ that I couldn’t help but of thought this is it when I saw her.

Still looking for some inspiration for the event of the year? Take a peak at some of my favorite looks - most are available on Rent The Runway too:

I will not lie, winter in the Midwest can suck. Terrible storms, grey slush and darkness before the work day ends are a few things that can be hard to swallow over the next few months for many of us north of the Mason-Dixon Line. That being said - winter fashion might be one of my favorites for dressing. Layers and booties and cozy socks and sweaters are heavenly. Dressing to be warm lends to great creativity (versus dressing for heat when you’re just trying to avoid sweating through whatever thin fabrics you’re attempting to cover your body with).

With that lovely little intro, let’s dedicate some time to coats! In college I bought an Andrew Marc leather coat that still sees heavy rotation in my outerwear. It was a purchase that at the time seemed a little expensive, but now, looking at the timeless style and the cost per wear - I know it was absolutely worth it. I LOVE that something that is nearly ten years old looks great and gets compliments from strangers. A true testament to a statement piece.

Below are a few top picks if you’re looking to invest in a few new coats this Wintery season!

Clockwise:

White Puffer // Red Suede // Black Bootie  // Green Parka // Black Leather // Brown Suede Bomber // Black Zip Bootie // Black Zipper Leather

I’ve also picked out two of their black bootie options - again, Andrew Marc does leather and detailing really well. So you get a boot that is structurally beautiful, functional and also has some nice detailing.

What are your favorite layering pieces for winter?

Full Disclosure: This post is sponsored content on behalf of Andrew Marc. All opinions are my own.

We’re clear in the swing of Fall and it’s been a beautiful few weeks! What better way to celebrate the change of seasons than with a quick and easy kitchen make over? Check out my Fall kitchen makeover suggestions with WOIO in the morning - full product list below!

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A few weeks ago I had the luxury of sitting down for a brunch with the team at Saks Fifth Avenue Beachwood Place for a little Fall preview brunch. I brought my mom, one of my favorite shopping partners, and we sat back to take in all the glam that we’re going to see this season and into Winter months!

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Good skin is one part heredity, one part lifestyle, and one part dumb luck. Some issues, such as sun damage, are preventable; others are almost completely unavoidable. But for every problem, there’s a solution — whether it’s at the drugstore or in a doctor’s office. Here, let’s explore 3 of the most common and most bothersome skin issues, as well as what we know really works.

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I wrote a post a week or so ago detailing my girls weekend in Columbus and briefly mentioned that we decided to head down to Cbus to catch the Drake x Future show at Nationwide Arena. Well, here’s where we get in on the details of the show!

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When you’re looking to wow your friends on a hot summer day with a cool cocktail, look no further than a Patron Pop! A modified take on a traditional Paloma, these bad boys are not only low calorie (and low in sugar) but also feature organic fruit juice and a retro throw back to those adorable Popsicle molds we all knew and loved as kids!

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It’s time to share the details on my favorite event of the fall - Saks Fifth Avenue’s Key To The Cure Soiree, benefiting The Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Health Institute.

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