Cozy Date Night

Once in a while the stars align and H and I get a surprise date night.  It happened last Saturday when all three girls had sleepovers and we were suddenly alone.  It was brisk and windy outside and all signs pointed to a cozy date night with some Netflix and chill. Instead we ventured out for a few drinks, a little dinner and actual conversation followed by us cramming handfuls of popcorn into your mouths as we watched 'The Girl on the Train'. I knew that my newest cozy sweater, my latest leather jacket, skinny jeans and booties were all I wanted to wear that night. TWO Vince Camuto Eyelash Sweater- Marshalls (similar)/Just Black Adorra Denim /Sam Edelman Suede 'Petty' Booties/BlankNYC Faux Leather Jacket/WhoWhatWear Clutch (old-similar) More Date Night Looks … [Read more...]

Rally Ready-What I Wore

Rolls Royce Dawn: WAPA Rally 2016. Source: Victoria Mason Getting WAPA Rally ready means finding an outfit that I'm comfortable in all day and not just sitting and looking pretty. It is a day of climbing in and out of SUV's, small cars, luxury sedans and trucks. No skirts allowed.  Heels?  I don't know how some women do it. I have to plan and this pack for an overnight which means picking out a look that both feels and looks good all day long.  No heels tripping me up or getting caught running boards allowed. After thinking it over I knew I wanted flats, fitted denim and a loose top that I could layer my vegan leather jacket over the top. Jewelry is tough.  I don't want things getting caught up in my lanyard or bracelets and rings getting in the way of  driving and all … [Read more...]

Fall for Pink and Yellow

Pretty in pink and yellow. Pink and yellow for fall?  Oh, indeed.   Every new season comes with a different set of color combinations. Rust and pale blue are hot right now. Fall 2016 has plenty of them to be sure, but the stand out to me this year is pink and yellow.  I'm in love with this combining of a soft, plush pink tone with a saturated yellow that brings to mind number 2 pencils.  Adding dashes of black and brown hues really makes the look stand out. What's your favorite color combo for fall?  Using this wooden flat bead necklace in black and animal print flats adds an almost tribal flair to an otherwise prim look. Pink Pleione Top (similar)/Yellow Jeans (old-similar)/J.Crew Factory Flats/Black Wooden Necklace (old-similar)/Cognac Wristlet (similar) You Don't Want to … [Read more...]

Burgundy Pants: 3 Ways

As fall approached I made a list of items I wanted for the season.  Burgundy pants was at the top of my list.  A quick trip into my local T.J. Maxx scored me a pair of Kensie jeans for under $20! I immediately went to work creating and pinning ideas on different ways to wear my burgundy pants all year long.  I just love them so much! This simple sweater combination with a blazer worked well for a meeting I had with a photographer for one of our houses.  I knew I would be running around the house moving lights and staging items as well as working a bit on the side. I wanted to look a little more professional than my daily jeans too. Kensie Burgundy Pants-TJ Maxx (similar)/WhoWhatWear Strip Sweater (old-similar)/Apt.9 Black Blazer/Pendant (similar)/Anne Klein Black Ballet … [Read more...]

What I Wear When Staging a Flip

Some of you may know that H and I renovate, aka "flip" homes, together. We love experimenting with different decor styles such as adding decors like Revolutionary War Flags to give a house its own unique character. It mixes a lot of things we love about real estate together and we make it a family business. Actually, I would say we make it a community business as we work with friends and neighbors as often as we can. I believe that when you turn a tired home into a gem again with the help of contractors and swimming pool builders, it is a community service on some small level. That being said when all the furniture and hybrid flooring is done it is time to stage the home for sale. That's one of my biggest jobs and while I like to be practical I also like to feel professional to some … [Read more...]

Shaping Up

I've been off the fitness rails the last few weeks for a wide array of reasons.  Now that we have settled back into a new fall routine I needed shaping up. A new look from Fabletics was definitely in order. So was testing out Honest Tea Sport for post-workout hydration and re-fueling. A photo posted by Victoria Mason (@veamason) on Sep 14, 2016 at 7:33am PDT The new dark green Salar Capri pants from Fabletics made my day and workout.  I didn't want to to take them off.  The are pure compression and make me feel and look well, fabulous. I love this simple black yoga tank from Fabletics.  The back adds some style while the fit is total comfort. New yoga mat (thanks Honest Tea!), new organic Honest Tea Sport (lemon) to hydrate and my Havianas make outdoor yoga sessions … [Read more...]

Nope.

Isn't it grand?  When I saw this 'NOPE' t-shirt from LivLuvShop I knew it had to be mine.  It just beckoned me from my Facebook feed as I sat on the beach giving no f*cks about anything.  And I wanted to keep it that way as I entered into fall. I straight up squealed when this shirt arrived. When H asked me why I was so excited I said, "It's like my own personal super hero shirt."  It is so very soft making me feel relaxed but also the whole 'Nope' vibe is me saying no to all the unnecessary things that make my days so very crazy.  I don't need it. I don't want it.  I'm over it. Can I get an Amen? LivLuv Shop 'NOPE' T-Shirt (similar)/J.Crew Factory White Denim/Tan Wristlet (old-similar)/Apt. 9 Blazer/J.Crew Factory Leopard Flats This fall is all about the 'Nope'.  If it doesn't … [Read more...]

Live Unlimited this Summer

It's not new that I haven't been my best this summer. That a break was totally needed for a variety of reasons.  When my friend, Christine from Boston Mamas, asked me if I wanted to participate in the Muscular Dystrophy Live Unlimited campaign this summer, I jumped on it. I needed to do something outside myself.  We all need to step back and find a way to help others and the idea that we should live unlimited appealed to me in a time where I felt very thwarted by own body.  A small inkling that is a drop in the bucket compared to what kids and adults living with MDA deal with daily.  So if wearing a #liveunlimited bracelet raises awareness for this cause and helps motivate me to think beyond my own problems, I will do it! TopShop Double Strap V-Back Camisole/J Crew Factory … [Read more...]

Cold Shoulder and Palazzo Pants

One of my favorite things about summer is the comfort and the ability to throw on a cold shoulder and palazzo pants. Perfect for a date night at the beach or at home.  Palazzo pants are super comfy while looking elegant when paired with an off the shoulder top.  I love this 90s throwback version from Shopbop.  It's sexy and cute at the same time. Merona Palazzo Pants (old) (similar)/Free People Yacht Club Striped Tee (SHOPBOP)/Black Sunnies/INC Pink Clutch (old) (similar)/Matiko 'Delilah' Fringe Flat Sandals (SHOPBOP)/Gold Bangles (old) (similar) Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style Nudge/Classy Monday Blog Link Up/Pink Sole/Hello Monday Link Up/Sydney Fashion Forum/Ms Chanda An InLinkz Link-up … [Read more...]

Summer Beach Dress

Packing up for a beach trip, OK any trip, means flat-laying.  Does anyone else do this or is it just me and my crazy ways? I bought this coral summer beach wedding dress earlier this summer and have yet to wear it. However, it is roll and go packing at its best and seems perfect for wearing any time while at the beach. Merona A-Line Sleeveless Dress/Ray Ban Aviator Sunglasses (SHOPBOP)/Yosi Samra Roee Flip Flops (SHOPBOP)/Neiman Marcus Gold Tote (old) (similar/similar) Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style Nudge/Classy Monday Blog Link Up/Pink Sole/Hello Monday Link Up/Sydney Fashion Forum/Ms Chanda An InLinkz Link-up … [Read more...]