This week was one of the busiest yet, but also my most productive on record. With social events on my calendar every day this past week, I have surely earned a little R&R this weekend. My office holiday party at…
My Holiday Party Attire
Nothing helps ring in the holidays like an office party this time of year. And while I am looking forward to attending mine tonight at the Bourne Mansion, that excitement was met with frustration when I couldn’t find anything suitable…
Things Are Looking Rosy
I have been on a major sunglass kick lately. Prior to this summer, the only pair of sunglasses I owned were from Coach. I remember when I bought them as a college student they felt like a major splurge (and…
The 5 Pieces to Buy Right Now
The 5 Pieces to Buy Right Now by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring slip on shoes As you read this post, I’m somewhere south of North Carolina heading by car to Florida (#prayforme). There will be more content coming your way on Wednesday…
Cheers to the Weekend!
This week came and went, and I’m having a hard time believing we will soon be welcoming July. Summer feels like it is flying by right before my eyes. Aside from a minor setback with my anxiety (and my goals…
Memorial Day Weekend Must-Haves
Memorial Day Weekend Must-Haves by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a nail polish I don’t know about you, but I’m super excited for the long weekend. The weather is supposed to be perfect (read: hitting the beach), there are tons of…
What’s in My Bag for a Short Getaway
{Jeans//Boots//Blazer (similar here)//Flats (similar here)//Tunic} I love quick getaways. And this week I’ll be spending time in good old Philadelphia. Don’t worry, there will be plenty of content on the blog this week, and you can follow my journey on…
Fall Looks: Splurge or Save
When it comes to fall fashion, I must admit that I’m just not ready for it yet. In my mind it is still summer (at least until September 23rd); the sun shines late into the night, the days are warm,…
Jumping into a Jumpsuit
I’ve been crushing on the jumpsuit trend for years. But, being petite, I never thought I’d be able to pull the look off without the garment suffering major alterations. That all changed when I found this darling black number at…
Winter Essentials: Black and Grey
I know I promised to share with you my first purchase of the New Year from the Loft a while ago. But it has been so cold these past few months, coupled with never-ending snowstorms, that my thyroid-less body has…
For Your Valentine
For Your Valentine by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring glass home decor Ladies (and gentlemen), we are getting down to the wire. Valentine’s Day is less than a week away now. Do you know what you are getting your sweetie? Well, fear not,…
New Year, New Looks
New Year, New Looks by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a cashmere coat Happy Friday and first full week of the New Year! I hope your 2015 is off to a good start. The past couple of weeks I did some serious damage…