MILKSHOP

Give this Holiday Season

2015-12-18T10:00:00.000-05:00

One of my girls has major mood swings when she is hungry. She can go from being so happy and sweet to difficult, whiny & angry. It is all hunger related. Needless to say, breakfast is incredibly important for her to be able to have a successful day at school. I was introduced to No Kid Hungry this year and was blown away by how many kids go to school without having breakfast and experience hunger all day. Knowing what a mess our own kids would be being sent to school without a full belly our family is excited to give and focus on helping kids around us get fed.

Below is a recap of what No Kid Hungry is all about, please check them out and if it touches your heart, GIVE!

There are children in your community right now who are struggling with hunger. These kids need someone they can count on. When you support No Kid Hungry today, that someone can be you.

In a country as wealthy as ours, there’s no reason even one child should go hungry. Yet there are millions of kids who are struggling right now. They’re counting on you.

Every $10 dollars you give will provide up to 100 meals for a child who is still facing hunger. And you can help us raise enough to provide 10 million more meals for kids across America who need help.

DONATE HERE!

Have a very Merry Christmas!

{ How to Wear a Dress & a Kimono }

2015-07-24T18:39:00.000-04:00

top left : kimono // dress - top right: kimono // dress
bottom left : dress // kimono - bottom right: kimono // dress

my version : kimono // dress // hat // shoes // straw tote
Have a great weekend!

{ Beach Essentials : Towels & Blankets }

2015-05-26T11:13:00.001-04:00

We are on countdown until we move to sunny California and I am getting into summer mode. My favorite beach blankets are from an uber cool California company called Uliv. They are soft enough to wrap a baby in, large enough to picnic on and oh so beautiful! They even make a perfect backdrop for photos :) Make sure you check them out! I've got the ocean blue tie-dye and prism citron one my shopping list! Some other favorites below...

Leo is wrapped up and loving his Uliv Fjord blanket in Aloe color

{ trend to try: palm tree prints }

2015-05-23T08:30:00.000-04:00

tote // pink tank // denim shorts // sandals // bra // sunnies // v ring // double cuff bracelet

check out more of my favorites below! Have a great holiday weekend :)

{ Cinco De Mayo Outfit }

2015-04-24T11:06:00.003-04:00

tequila made me do it tee

some of my favorite pieces for cinco below! Enjoy!

{ Jumpsuit Outfit Idea }

2015-04-17T09:41:00.001-04:00

Date night finally! And I'm wearing yet another jumpsuit:)

I loved this print from the moment I saw it and am even more excited that there is one that isn't as revealing. I also loved the black so I thought I'd give you guys that option too (the neon heels are dope!) Hope you like it! Have a great weekend!

animal print jumpsuit deep v // eagle bracelet // black polkadot clutch // red pumps // gold necklace // gold stacking bracelets // embroidered clutch // black heels // animal print jumpsuit (more coverage)

black jumpsuit // bracelets // oui clutch // neon heels

{ Boho Romper & Jumpsuits Outfit Ideas }

2015-04-02T09:08:00.002-04:00

Look 1: jumpsuit // hat // cuff // fringe clutch // clogs

Look 2: jumpsuit // hat // necklace // bracelet // booties // bag

{ Bad Hair Day Hairdo's }

2015-03-17T19:18:00.003-04:00

My hair has always been on the drier side for my entire life. Call it age or climate, for some reason my hair has decided to get oily out of no where. Below are some easy do's for those days when you don't want to wash and dry it but still look put together.

my version... yodalayhehoooooooooo!

{ Milkshop Looks: Western Boho }

2015-03-04T08:29:00.000-05:00

jacket // denim // t-shirt // necklace // fringe bag // bracelets // boot

My shoe obsession continues. Here are some of my current favorites

grey studded boot // ombre grey boot // turquoise and brown boot // tall cowboy boot //

black studded boot // red boot // ranch ankle boot

{ Best Nude Heels }

2015-02-26T08:00:00.000-05:00

You really can't go wrong with any of these!

First row : 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 Second row : 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 Third row : 1 // 2 // 3 // 4

My search for the perfect nude heel has come to an end. It was worth the wait. Can you believe they are from Steve Madden? (Click here to check them out!). Biggest plus they are super affordable which means I won't cry if my kids spill marinara sauce on them. Total lie. I will bawl my eyes out.

{ Milkshop Favorite Baby Boy Outfits }

2015-02-25T09:00:00.000-05:00

I never thought that shopping for a boy could be so fun. Although it is definitely tougher to find things, I have searched and found pieces that are ridiculously cute without making Leo look cheesy. I know it seems crazy but since we are putting our house up for sale I had to have everything packed up early so that there wasn't a disaster everywhere when people start coming thru. Can't wait to get out of the cold :)

moto jacket // young and reckless tee // camo pants // moccassins // okay sweatshirt // moto pants // blue sneakers // panda tee // jeans // green sneakers // ok varsity jacket

all packed up for our trip!

isn't he delicious? i may be bias.

{ Winter White Favorites }

2015-01-30T12:05:00.002-05:00

faux fur jacket // distressed denim // sweater // bucket bag // bootie // clutch // sandal

{ Sweaters & Statement Necklaces Mostly Under $50 }

2015-01-09T07:00:00.000-05:00

grey sweater // rapunzel bib necklace // purple sweater // pearl bib necklace // off white sweater // gold chain necklace // green sweater // crystal pear necklace // yellow sweater // jumbo jewel strand // pink sweater // emerald necklace

{ Fun Pink Pieces to add to your closet }

2015-01-05T10:49:00.002-05:00

A little sick of red? Move it on over and shift to a close friend... pink!

pants // messenger bag // shoes // sunnies // beanie // sweater // scarf

{ Found my favorite Plaid Shirt }

2014-12-16T09:00:00.000-05:00

Got a sitter and hit the mall with the husband last night to get some christmas shopping done. Gotta say, i am liking this shirt. Not sure why i was tipping my hat at him, must've been the mojito.

{ Great Gifts on Minou Kids }

2014-12-10T11:07:00.000-05:00

I am so excited to be featured on MinouKids as one of their favorite stylists. Their site features some of the best and most unique brands that make coolest clothing for kids. Everything down to the packaging is adorable and i get so excited when my orders arrive.

Head to their site to check out MILKSHOP'S top 12 picks (sneak peek below) and use code THANKFUL to receive free shipping. I am dying to get Mini Rodini's Pug Dress on my girls!!!

pug dress // panda shirt // alpaca hat // booties // bear baseball tee // heart blanket

{ I'm hooked. I'm Lash Crazy }

2014-11-24T09:00:00.000-05:00

Holy *Bleeeep. Complete game changer ladies. I got eyelash extensions and I am hooked!

Last week I went to Body Beautiful of NY in Mt. Kisco to get eyelash extensions. I was greeted by Gineann Creaney, a beautiful and oh so cool chick who is ridiculously good at giving you those Bette Davis eyes.

I have to admit I was always curious about eyelash extensions but I HATE hi-maintenance anything so I stayed away from the idea of getting them. I don't have the time and patience to fiddle around trying to get ready in the morning with something that is going to take more energy to fix, twist, curl etc. But I was wrong, this actually saves me time because I don't need to put on eye makeup now.

From the moment I met Gineann she welcomed me with a big smile and made me feel comfortable. She walked me through her retro chic salon and got me settle into a room. She then asked what kind of look I wanted and proceeded to take a look at what she had to work with (my lashes have been falling out since having the baby). She also explained to me why Body Beautiful of NY is the go to place to get your eyelash extensions done.

* They use top quality products to apply your lashes. Nova lash has been rated the healthiest glue on the market for years!

* They spend extra time consulting with their clients and utilize a large selection of lashes to make sure the service is customized for the clients desired look. There are over 50 different types of lashes to chose from.

* All of their stylists go through an extensive amount of training to make sure that each set is perfect. Gineann has developed her own technique over the past 9 years and makes sure all her girls know that technique through and through.

The whole procedure took about an hour and half. I was able to just lay there, relax and chit chat with her. I couldn't wait to see the final results and once I did I kept finding myself batting my eyes at the mirror! Lol. Check out the before and after shots below...

I am so happy with how natural and how lo maintenance they are that I am going to keep them up.

Bottom line is you have to go to Body Beautiful of NY to go get these done. You will not regret it and you will look extra fab for all your holiday festivities. Plus if you say you found out about them thru Milkshop, they will give you 15% off all after care Lash Products (cleaner, liner, eyeshadow and mascara from Nova Lash).

Check them out! sorry for the funny selfie but I didn't know how else for you to see them lol!

{ Friday Finds: Southwestern Sweaters }

2014-11-21T11:18:00.000-05:00

I am a sucker for a Navajo / Southwestern sweater print. It's on the same level as my love for plaid. I saw a friend of mine the other night who looked awesome in her maxi cardigan (Meg wink wink) and it got me thinking... "i think i need to refresh my sweater collection." wow did i find a bunch to choose from! best part is... they are from Forever 21 so beyond affordable not to mention cute AND if you sign up to get their emails you get 20% off your order today only. Get'em while they last!!!!

red maxi sweater // black & grey shawl // navy maxi sweater // geo print sweater //

tan & grey sweater

frickin freezing outside! but here's how i'm wearing mine :) Happy friday!

{ Sequin Dresses for the Holidays }

2014-11-14T09:00:00.000-05:00

I am not even close to being able to stuff myself into a fitted dress (post par tum baby body sucks!) but I can look at all my friends and clients prance around in them! I absolutely LOVE sequin dresses for the holidays. They are instantly fancy & you can always dress them down a bit with a leather jacket or booties. Plus you don't need jewelery because you already have enough shimmer going on. Below are some of my current favorites, mostly under $150 with some exceptions.

top row : black long sleeved $110 // jungle sequin $98 // emerald green velvet $33 // v-neck silver $168 // v-neck black $172

bottom row: a- line skater $30 // emerald green tank dress $119 // neon and silver dress $160 // cranberry long sleeved $100 // navy sleeveless dress $28

I've had these dresses for years now and still love to wear them! Sequins never go out of style!

{ Congrats!!!! }

2014-11-05T09:00:00.000-05:00

Please email me at maritzabernard@gmail.com so i can send you your gift card :)

{ MINTED.COM HOLIDAY CARDS }

2014-11-03T09:00:00.000-05:00

It has been 2 months since the birth of our little Leo and to say that I have been a tad bit busy has been an understatement. I've had 3 sick kids for a week now, clients lined up for the end of November, Thanksgiving to plan and then there's setting up our Christmas card photo (thanks Melissa SC!) ... Phew! Still, the excitement for the approaching holidays is hi in our house.

One of my favorite parts of the holidays is walking to the mailbox and seeing it filled with our friends and families holiday cards. I leave them in a basket on our coffee table so that my kids can go through them. They really really love and enjoy looking at every one of them and we find ourselves chatting about the families we are looking at.

In the past few years I have ordered my cards from a couple of online card sellers but minted.com is hands down my favorite. They are quick, completey priced and have GREAT customer service. Last Christmas when I received my cards they seemed a tad but on the yellow side and when i called in to talk to them about it, they said they would reprint them immediately at no charge. I was so happy and even more surprised when they were at my doorstep 2 days later. So this year without a doubt I will be ordering our minted christmas cards in the next few weeks :)

Below are a few styles that I have used in the past and ones that I am checking out for this year. Make sure you cruise over and check their designs out! Can't wait to see everyones!

laughing all the way // be joyful // fa la la la la // be merry

{ How to Layer Clothing for Fall }

2014-09-03T09:00:00.000-04:00

creme fake fur coat // striped cardigan // black skinny jeans // tee // necklace // creme studded flats // green tote

black fake fur coat // pink top // polka dot scarf // jeans // quilted bag // leopard flats

check out my board mad style for more layering ideas

{ Milkshop Favorites: Fall Outerwear }

2014-09-01T09:00:00.000-04:00

So I can't be that crazy because I promise the leaves already started to change color on a few tress in our yard, and i may have purchased a pumpkin spice candle for our house and I may have started looking for that pumpkin creamer for my coffee but hey i am still loving this awesome summer we've had here on the East Coast. That still doesn't mean that I am not thinking about Fall :) And one of my favorite things about Fall is being able to wear jackets and coats!!!!! Check out the ones below... Zara & Topshop are on fire right now, make sure not to miss checking them out!!!

green leather coat // yellow fur coat // creme toggle coat // green fur coat // leopard coat //
red peacoat // plaid green coat // pink fur collared coat // creme fuzzy coat //
black trench coat // baby blue coat // leather jacket

I am loving this light pink coat for this season!

{ How to Jazz up a Plain Tee with a Statement Necklace }

2014-08-29T09:00:00.000-04:00

Adding a statement necklace to a plain tee is the easiest way to add personality to an outfit. The key is to find necklaces that can we worn with many different items. For example, I always tend to add turquoise to everything :) so my turquoise beaded necklace shown below gets thrown onto white, black, red & yellow tops. Pick a favorite color below, throw it on and go!

red beaded necklace // pearl & spikes necklace // blue thread necklace // ethnic necklace // neon yellow necklace // flower power necklace // magenta necklace // turquoise beaded necklace // coral bib necklace // black and gold rope collar

some of my oldies but goodies... i've had these for years and always love wearing them.

{ School Shoes for Girls }

2014-08-27T14:16:00.001-04:00

Shoes are the items my girls grow out of the fastest. The great thing is my oldest can pass them down to the younger ones as long as they are not too thrashed. I do like investing in a 1-2 pairs of leather shoes so that they last longer and also make sure that they are able to run and play in them without getting hurt. Check out our favorites below! (the pink glitter ones are definitely more for weekend fun lol).

new balance sneakers // black hi tops // gold slip ons // chevron slip ons // pink ballerina flats // navy flats // pink glitter flats // grey boots // leopard boots // purple moccs // pink hi tops

my munchkins new gold boots