Summer Edition: Splurge or Save by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a travel tote My favorite thing about summer—aside from the nice weather, beach days, and endless supply of iced coffee—is the ease with which I can get ready. From Monday…
My 4th of July Picks
My 4th of July Picks by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring an embroidery dress The three-day holiday weekend is here! Get ready to don your red, white, and blue, spend way too much time outdoors, and enjoy good food and friends. If you…
My Summer Picks
I know. I know. It’s a bit early to start buying new pieces for summer (especially when the current temps feel more like fall some days). But I can’t help myself. With that said, here are a few items that…
Spring Satchels
Spring Satchels by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a handbag satchel Left to Right (top row): 1, 2, 3 Left to Right (bottom row): 1, 2, 3 With the beginning of a new season, comes time to ditch the darker tones of…
How to Sparkle on New Year’s Eve
How to Sparkle on New Year’s Eve by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a short sleeve crop top In just two days, it’s out with the old, in with the new! Now is the time to start finalizing those New Year’s…
My November Wish List
My November Wish List by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a tartan blanket scarf It’s that time of year. No, we aren’t talking Thanksgiving or holiday shopping today. My birthday is in t-minus three days. Exciting, right? Thanks to frequent trips…
Must-Have Makeup Shades for Fall
Must-Have Makeup Shades for Fall by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring leaf home decor Happy fall! Does it feel like fall in your neck of the woods? We have been blessed with that lovely in-between weather — the early morning chill…
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,…
Summer Splurges
Since technically the season still is spring, this post may seem premature. But with the onset of warmer days (we’ve been blessed with a few hot ones so far…and I’m not complaining!), I’ve gotten slightly carried away thinking about what…
Swooning Over Swimwear
Swooning Over Swimwear by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a halter swimsuit I realize it’s a bit early to start planning for summer. But after my recent experience at Topshop (I’m still thinking about those one-piece suits I didn’t buy!), and…
Escapades and the City
This past weekend was an exciting one! Despite living in the shadow of one of the greatest cities in the world, I rarely make my way into New York City (with the exception of follow-ups with my surgeon, of course!)….
Looking Fine on Valentine’s
Looking Fine on Valentine’s by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring flat shoes Normally I am not one to start planning outfits weeks in advance, but with Valentine’s Day around the corner, I thought I would help those of you early birds out with…