It’s no secret I love a fun night out with my friends complete with a cute (sometimes overpriced) cocktail, and over the last few years, I’ve honed in on my opinions on the best cocktail bars in Birmingham! Save this list for my favorite cocktail bars to check out whether you’re a local or visiting […]
MY 2025 GOALS + IDEAS FOR YOU
One of the reasons I love blogging is that, in a way, it serves as a journal. Of course, it’ll never replace my 100+ page Google Doc diary I’ve been updating since senior year of college, but it’s really fun to look back at what I thought was worth sharing over the years. Today, I’m […]
NEW YORK CITY TRAVEL GUIDE FALL 2024
If you know me IRL, you know how much I love being in bustling cities… and NYC is obviously no different. I visited for the first time last October, and since then, I’ve been itching to go back! Luckily, one of my best friends Nikki moved there this summer, so in October, I took a […]
FLORENCE, ALABAMA TRAVEL GUIDE FALL 2024
There’s nothing like exploring a new city—whether I’m visiting a different country or just a few hours from home in Birmingham, I always love to try new spots and meet fresh faces. Last weekend, I made my way to Florence for a work trip and made plenty of time for fun in between. Florence is […]
4 PINTEREST-INSPIRED FALL OUTFIT IDEAS FOR WARM WEATHER
Fall fashion is my absolute favorite, but when you live in a state that won’t drop below the 80s until well into October, you have to get creative with your fall fashion. I’m sharing Pinterest-inspired fall outfit ideas to transition from summer to fall, featuring pieces you might already have in your closet. MAKE IT […]
4 EASY WAYS TO STYLE A BLACK TEE
If you’re looking for inspiration for how to style a black tee, I’ve got you covered. I feel like a little black tee (I got mine from CUTS Clothing) is the white bread of the fashion world—give it the BLT treatment with a ton of accessories, keep your outfit simple like buttered toast or switch […]
25 TAKES FROM YEAR 25
25 has been one of the most important years of my life, and even though it included some pretty hard things, it also had some of my favorite memories ever. From visiting New York City and Costa Rica to falling more in love with life in Birmingham and with the life I get to live, […]
COSTA RICA TRAVEL GUIDE 2024: ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT PROS + CONS
One of the best things about my friend group from high school is that when we talk about making plans, we actually do it. We’ve taken road trips throughout the Southeast, last year a few of us went to Switzerland, and we just got back from a group trip to Costa Rica. Dive in for […]
FOR THE GIRL GOING THROUGH A BREAKUP
I’ve always loved having this blog to look back on and reflect when I’m going through anything, good or bad. I don’t know about you, but the minute I’m dealing with a tricky situation or feeling heartbreak, I start reading every possible post about others who have gone through the same thing. If you’re reading […]
8 BEST WORKOUT CLASSES IN BIRMINGHAM (ACCORDING TO A LOCAL)
Note: I first wrote this post in January 2024 and updated in December 2024! If you’re looking to start a new gym routine in 2025 or you’re new to the city and need some recommendations for the best workout classes in Birmingham, I’ve got ya covered. I am a huge Ignite Cycle fan, but in […]