A Vaseline x BaubleBar Holiday

The holidays are the time of year to sparkle and shine at parties, galas, and get-togethers. Unfortunately, this all happens when the weather does its best to make skin and lips looks dull, dry, and flaky. Luckily, Vaseline and BaubleBar are coming to the rescue this holiday season with a special collaboration to help your lips and your makeup bag look polished and put-together.



Vaseline partnered with BaubleBar for the holidays to create a limited-edition and co-designed bejeweled jar with their classic Lip Therapy Original. I love how fun and fancy this jar is and how the European crystals take an everyday item and make it shine--of course, I'd expect no less from the sparkle mavens at BaubleBar! My jar arrived in a pretty, padded gold box that would just need a bow to make it ready for gifting.



Every winter, I struggle with the cold, dry Colorado air wreaking havoc on my lips. To combat chapped lips, I like to use a an easy, at-home, gentle lip scrub that leaves my lips smooth and moisturized.

I use a pinch of sugar on my finger and blend it with a touch of Vaseline Lip Therapy for an easy and effective scrub. Vaseline Lip Therapy Original is made with 100% pure, triple-purified Vaseline Jelly to lock in moisture for beautiful, healthy lips, and using my scrub at night and in the morning before applying lipstick or stain makes my smooth, velvety color stay on all day long.

This sparkly stocking-stuffer can be found exclusively at BaubleBar.com.

Hope you enjoyed this touch of holiday sparkle! Tell me what you like to do to keep yourself looking your best during the holidays in the comments below!

x, Tam

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Vaseline.
The opinions and text are all mine.

Travel Diary: Cannon Beach, Oregon + Summer Sun Safety + a J.Crew Swimsuit + Jack Rogers Review

Tee: Forever 21 | Shorts: Topshop 'Hallie' | Shoes: Jack Rogers | Hat: J.Crew | Bag: Givenchy| Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: David Yurman

Sean and I spent a long Fourth of July weekend in beautiful Oregon. It was my first time visiting this pretty state, and I loved it. For Independence Day, we drove out to the coast from where we were staying in Portland and spent the day at beautiful Cannon Beach. We were lucky enough to get a clear and sunny day, and the 70-degree weather was a nice respite from the over-90 temperatures we had been experiencing in Portland.

The town of Cannon Beach was charming and beachy, but my favorite part of the landscape was the huge Haystock Rock that juts over 200 feet out of the water. You can walk out to it during low tide, and it has an intricate cave system within the volcanic rock.

Igneous Haystack Rock on the left / Fourth of July beach revelers on the right

A Little Sparkle

Dress: ASOS | Coat: H&M | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Tights: Forever 21 | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Clutch: Jimmy Choo | Necklace and Earrings: J.Crew | Watch: kate spade

Sharing some New Year's Eve outfit inspiration today! I've worn this dress a couple times already this holiday season already, and I may reach for it again this Wednesday.

Hope this look brings a little sparkle to your Monday!

x, Tam

Merry Merry

Coat: J.Crew (last year's--see it styled here; find a similar one in petite, regular, tall and plus sizing at Old Navy) | Turtleneck: H&M | Skirt: ASOS | Boots: Stuart Weitzman | Bag: Valentino (available at Nordstrom or Farfetch, where I found mine) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Watch: Michael Kors | Lips: NARS 'Cruella' + Fresh Sugar Cherry

I wanted to wish all my lovely readers a very merry Christmas and the happiest of holidays--from my little family to yours! Below are a couple watercolor illustrations (including Stanley's Christmas portrait) and some lettering I did for my holiday cards this year. Hope you all had a wonderful time celebrating with your loved ones.

Happy Holidays!

x, Tam

Cozy Plaid (+ Sorel Slimpack Riding Boot Review)

Sweater: Anthropologie | Jeans: J Brand (the Mid-Rise Crop with its 27" inseam is perfect for no-alterations, ankle-length petite jeans) | Boots: Sorel 'Slimpack Riding' | Bag: Coach | Scarf: ASOS (currently out of stock, similar here) | Watch: Michael Kors

Since I haven't been able to do outfit photos during the week lately (Standard Time means I usually leave work well after dark), I've had to cluster my photo shoots on the weekends, which seem to be the only time it snows here. Although I prefer sunshine, I was happy to give my new Sorels a test run last weekend to see how they held up in cold, wet conditions.

I love my Frye boots, but they are definitely not made for wet weather, and my Hunter rain boots aren't always warm enough when it's really chilly. I decided to try out the Sorel Slimpack Riding Boots to fill the need for something "in between" during our Colorado winters. For mixing form with function, I liked the combination of leather upper + rubber shoe and sole + microfleece lining.

I found the sizing to run small. I normally wear a 5-5.5, and I ordered a 6 in these, which fit well for me with winter socks. While the calf area is pretty wide for smaller legs, the back has an adjustable tab that can be tightened to make them smaller. While this creates a bit of an awkward fold, I didn't find it to be uncomfortable or noticeable while I was wearing the boots.

Overall, they were comfortable right off the bat, and I wore them for an afternoon of walking and shopping at an outdoor mall with no break-in time necessary. My only complaint was that they were almost too warm for indoors when doing so much walking; while outdoors, on the other hand, I was cozy and warm in 20-degree weather. So far, I have found them to be waterproof in snow, slush, and rain, but I haven't given them a try in deep snow or big puddles. I'm planning to update this post with that info once I get to test them out in those conditions (I'm crossing my fingers for some snow this week in the mountains!).

Hope you're having a lovely Christmas week!

x, Tam

Gift Guide: The Perfect Gift for the Hostess

1. The cutest wine tote
2. A Jo Malone candle in heavenly 'Blackberry and Bay'
3. Cozy throws for their home
4. A whimsical his and hers highball glass set from kate spade
5. A guide to being Parisian wherever you are
6. Golden monogrammed mugs from Anthropologie
7. Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
8. Hand-lettered olive oil dipping plates
9. "Rising to the Occasion: the Best Toasts for Any Celebration"
10. This gold bottle opener is both lovely and immediately useful
11. Christmas crackers to add a little excitement to Christmas dinner
12. A set of monogrammed copper Moscow Mule mugs
13. A festive bottle of mulled winter punch
14. A classic petite ginger jar in a Chinoiserie pattern
15. Delicious Cappuccino Truffles

Wherever you're planning to celebrate over the holidays, it's always nice to bring a little something for the host and/or hostess. I hope today's gift guide gives you a few ideas that will leave your hosts feeling pleased and appreciated! (P.S. The widget below has a few more easy ideas mixed in that didn't make it to the official guide if you're still stumped.)

In other exciting news, Anthropologie is running an additional 30% off sale items today--below are a few of my picks.

Need more inspired gift ideas? Check out my gift guide for him and for the busy girl. Happy holiday shopping!

x, Tam

Gift Guide: 10 Perfect Gifts for Him

1. A classic silk tie for the office or special occasion (in 15 colors!)
2. A cozy down vest: easy to size, easy to wear--a guaranteed closet workhorse
3. A cashmere scarf in plaid or solid colors (+ 30% off!) will keep him warm and stylish this winter
4. You'll want him wearing this appealing, confident scent from Creed all the time
5. American Bar: the Artistry of Mixing Drinks to help him master the perfect cocktail
6. Cozy winter jammies--in Christmas-y plaid or solid colors if that's more his style
7. Classic Ray-Ban aviators flatter every face (and remind him of Top Gun)
8. Love this tailored, grown-up dopp kit with a fun message inside
9. A monogrammed copper tray for storing essentials or jazzing up his bar
10. Touch screen-friendly gloves to keep him warm and in touch on the go

The hardest people on my list to find great gifts for? My dad, my husband, and my brothers, always. Today's list is for the men in your life, and it's all about the foolproof, classic pieces you'll see them reach for again and again. Hope this guide makes picking the perfect gift for the guys you love a little easier!

x, Tam

Independence Day

Dress: Ann Taylor Factory (recent and 50% off right now--fits me off-the-rack if I wear heels under it) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: ALDO | Bag: Givenchy 'Small Antigona' | Necklaces: c/o David Yurman, David Yurman | Bracelets: c/o David Yurman, David Yurman | Earrings: c/o David Yurman | Lips: NARS 'Red Square'

Saturday post today because I had a much-needed lazy day yesterday--I spend lots of time our at our pool, cleaning our house, and relaxing with some books I've been meaning to pick up for weeks. The Fourth was lovely here--not too exciting, but it was exactly the kind of day I was hoping to have.

Hope you had a lovely holiday, too!

x, Tam

Red Letter Day

Coat: H&M | Blouse: Ann Taylor (last seen here) | Skirt: ASOS (other colors available, too) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: Stuart Weitzman | Bag: Tory Burch (similar here) | Watch: Kate Spade

This weekend was a very exciting one (hence "Red Letter Day"). Boyfriend and I became officially engaged! I'm finally marrying the mysterious man behind the lens (he occasionally shows his handsome face on my Instagram). We're both very excited about the upcoming wedding.

The clothes I'm wearing here are what I wore out on Valentine's Evening to a lovely dinner at Potager, a local farm-to-table contemporary-style restaurant in Denver. It's nice to go somewhere where the menu changes constantly and every time, it seems to get better. I love how festive and fancy this ASOS Skirt felt--definitely a good purchase as I think it can be styled nicely for all four seasons.

Hope you had a nice Valentine's Day celebrating with your main squeeze, your family, or your friends!

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Valentine Plaid

Coat: J.Crew (still available! Love this classic peacoat too) (last seen here) | Sweater: Crewcuts | Jeans: J.Brand | Scarf: Gift | Sunglasses: Chloe | Socks: Nordstrom (also like these & these) | Boots: Frye Melissa Button (read my review) | Bag: Coach | Bracelets: David Yurman, J.Crew

Happy Valentine's Day!

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Mountain Merriment

Vest: Zara Girl (I'm wearing an XL) | Cardigan: J.Crew | Skirt: Forever 21 (similar here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Boots: MICHAEL (this season's) | Bag: Coach | Bracelets: David Yurman | Watch: Michele

Wishing you the very merriest of celebrations! Happy holidays!

Love,
Tam

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Winter Blues

Turtleneck: H&M (similar here and here in petite sizing from Ann Taylor) | Skirt: UO (last seen here) (similar here and here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Tights: H&M c/o | Shoes: J.Crew | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Necklace: J.Crew Factory | Bracelets: Ann Taylor, H&M c/o | Watch: kate spade

Last week was a crazy-busy week for me at work. It always seems to all pile up around the holidays! I'm looking forward to taking a few days off around Christmas to ski.

Before I had off to the mountains, I'll be attending a few holiday parties here. The look in these photos is great for a not-too-formal, but still a little dressed-up kind of party. I like how the jewel tones (necklace, tights, and skirt) and little metallic bows on the shoes say "holiday" without actually breaking out the red and green.

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Many Thanks

Jacket: ZARA | Top: J.Crew (similar style here) | Jeans: J.Brand | Sunglasses: Valentino | Shoes: kate spade new york (similar style here) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Bracelets: David Yurman, J.Crew (similar here) | Watch: Michael Kors

A few more pics here from my trip to Arizona a couple weeks ago! Between my real job, a few calligraphy commissions (yup, I'm accepting commissions now--so exciting!) and darkness falling early, I haven't gotten to do as many outfit posts as I would like recently. I'm hoping I can make them more frequent in the coming months.

I wanted to let all of you know that I'm so thankful for all the support and love you've given me over the past two years. It has been wonderful to have this blog grow, and to get to know so many lovely bloggers, readers, and new friends. I hope all of you have a happy Thanksgiving!

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