Taking a vacation is one thing we all need to do a little more often, wouldn’t you agree? The chance to unwind from the daily routine, engage with friends, family and loved ones and experience new and exciting places. It’s what life’s all about. However, we don’t all get the luxury of doing this as often as we would like and often need to stay a little more closer to home. Thankfully, there are so many options of vacations here in the US, and I wanted to share with you four vacation options in four different states. It might inspire you to consider some place new the next time you get a chance to jet away for a few days or a week.

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Tennessee

Home of country music Tennessee is definately a state that could provide you with the well-earned break you deserve. A quick search online will be enable you to find a resort in Tennessee that will have you itching to get there sooner rather than later. Of course, there are some of the obvious hotspots that could be definitely worth a visit. You have the capital Nashville, which has an amazing museum of the history of country music. You also have Memphis which is the home of Elvis Presley’s Graceland. It is a landlocked state, but don’t let that put you off from heading there as it could provide you with a lot of memories worth making.

Fireworks at Cinderella’s Castle in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

Florida

Florida is an amazing state that really could provide you with all sorts of vacations depending on exactly what you are after. First up, you could head to Orlando if you were thinking of a more exhilarating vacation. There is the Universal studios and not forgetting the ever famous Disney World. But if you want to have a different kind of vibe filled with sun, relaxation and a chance to rub shoulders with some of the rich and famous then head to Miami. Finally there is Key West and also the Florida Everglades providing other forms of attractions in this state.

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Texas

Texas is a Southern state and has a mixed terrain of forest and pine mixed with desert surroundings. Whether you like the idea of people watching in San Antonio where you can sit and relax in a riverside café in one of the most multicultural cities, or want to take advantage of some of the best live music around in the capital of Austin, there really is a lot for everyone in this state. Finally, who wouldn’t love the chance to visit NASA in Houston.

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California

Finally, California really is a the state that many have on their bucket list. There is the most popular choice of location being Los Angeles where you can shop on Rodeo Drive and have a selfie with the Hollywood sign. But there is also sophisticated San Francisco to consider as well as the option of doing a road trip to see some of the other more quainter places like Santa Barbara.

I hope that this has inspired you to consider some different places the next time you get the chance of a vacation.

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After saying your vows it’s time to party, and your wedding reception is all about the food and drink! Feeding your guests while they chat, mingle and have fun is all part of the fun of a wedding, and is an element you will definitely want to get right.

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Buffet

Cheap and cheerful crowd pleasers, you can’t go far wrong with a buffet. You could get caterers in to put this together for you, or simply make it yourself. You don’t need to best cooking skills to put together some buffet favourites- sandwiches, quiches, seasoned chicken. Check out sites like Pinterest for ideas. If you go down this route you can serve tasty food without breaking the bank, and since everything can be prepared in advance you don’t have to worry about food being served cold and getting timings right.

Three Course Meal

If you’re throwing a very traditional wedding, lining the banquet halls and having a three course meal could be the way to go. This will be the most expensive option but is also the most luxurious. You will choose the dishes your guests will be served before the wedding and they will receive a beautifully made starter, main course and dessert. Find out if your venue has catering options, otherwise you could book your own catering company to come in on the day. Make sure those with dietary requirements are covered, this could be vegans, vegetarians, gluten free or those with religious requirements with food. It’s worth going to a sample tasting before the wedding so you can pick out the dishes that you want to be served. Salmon, chicken and beef are all popular options but spend some time tasting and working out what fits your budget.

Food Stations

If you want a combination of the two styles above why not go with food stations? You get the casual buffet feel but you get to serve hot food so it’s on the more formal side. It’s also good if you’re having an autumn/ winter wedding and want to serve hot fare without the expensive of a formal dinner. There are all kinds of cuisines you could go for- from British roasts to Italian, curry stations, even a dessert station for afterwards. Guest queue up and are served their food before returning to their seats or can serve themselves, that way you save on costs for extra staff. These could contain things like big jars of sweets, cake pops, macarons, cupcakes. Displayed with balloons and flowers they look really impressive and are something that both adults and children alike will love.

Taster Menu

This isn’t the taster session you attend when you’re choosing the courses for your wedding food. With a taster menu your guests are served up to ten different mini courses- with complementing wine too if your budget can stretch further. Wedding taster menus can take a long time to get through all of the courses, so you could break them up with things like speeches and let them run through the evening. They’re a great choice if you have a bigger budget and your guests are foodies! It could be a mixture of different foods or all based on a theme, if the idea of the excites you it’s an interesting way to do your wedding food and something your guests might not have experienced before.

Hog Roast

Finally, a great choice for a sunny outdoor wedding would be a hog roast. Slow cooked pork with stuffing in rolls, these companies will also offer things like baked potatoes for the vegetarians. You can serve salads, corn and other things on the side too. It’s a casual, laid back and a great inexpensive way to serve a lot of guests. People can criticise hog roasts for being a little messy, but if you have outdoor seating you will be provided with plates and cutlery so it won’t be a problem. A hog roast makes a good daytime option too, something for your guests earlier on and then a buffet or sit down meal later on.

As with anything to do with your wedding day, the catering option you choose should be personal to you. Choose what fits your budget and the style and theme of your big day, don’t feel like things have to be done a certain way. It’s completely up to you.

What style of dining will you/ did you choose for your wedding day?

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Halloween is over and November is here! Last night was kind of funny- Kendall started a journey back again to Mississippi for drill and because it was Tuesday most of my friends were either meh about Halloween or had after work plans. SO I put on a onesie and headed to Chipotes for a $3 burrito bol and then it took me three hours to write this blog post because tired and bol coma.

So here we are. Happy November!

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My friend was wearing MAC Turquatic Fragrance at a birthday happy hour last week. It smelled AMAZE and I stalked it like the night I got home.

Surprise surprise, my Charlotte Russe perforated booties are totally falling apart after a year and change. Time for an upgrade- perhaps Vince Camuto Kamey Perforated Booties.

I don’t know if I could ever have enough fuzz in my life. I have a great leopard (faux, obvs.) fur coat- pink fuzz may be next on my list, like this MELODY Faux-Fur Coat.

Seeing as how we watched Strangers Things 2 in, what, 2 days? This Netflixing Definition Sweatshirt seems appropes.

I’m not a huge makeup buff, really. But that doesn’t stop me from eyeing pretty things like the new line from MAC, especially the MAC Snow Ball Face Powder.

Holidays are coming (YUP! ALREADY!) which means it’s like 2 months worth of party paws. Check this Deborah Lippmann Glitter Nail Color in Candy Shop.

Kinda just want this ALTERNATIVE Camo Sweater Dress to wear with my thigh high boots.

I’ve been doing some research on chakras and while I’m usual drawn to all things root chakra, it seems like my sacral chakra in in a little bit of imbalance. I feel like I should try 2nd Chakra Balancing Oil.

These Tassel Earrings look a helluva lot like a brand we all know and love… but they’re under $10.

I’m already feelin’ the season’s chapped lips. Enter VASELINE Limited Edition Pink Bubbly Lip Therapy. (Incidentally, I found this one a Millennial Pink list)

What do you have planned for this November?

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A girl and her pearls: a love story.

I mean, seriously, can you think of a more timeless accessories that can come in all shapes and sizes? I have a nice little collection: a black pearl necklace with matching earrings, my Chunky Pearl Necklace, a few long strands in a rainbow of colors, a couple classic white chokers, and The Sari c/o Pearl & Clasp.

That is to say I’m a huge fan of pearls and I have discovered a new way to rock them: on my sweaters. Now, I do think that if you’re rocking an embellished top, a necklace is not needed, so a pearl sweater may be the perfect way to jazz of  up a pair of jeans effortlessly for a casual brunch or easy date night look now that (I think it’s safe to say) that fall is really here. It’s not fussy, but still creates a look that’s more thank just jeans and a sweater. If this is a look you want to try guilt-free, great! because Shein has them at treat yo’self prices. I’m partial to the grey sweater with the rainbow sprinkle of pearls myself, but what do you think or wearing your jewelry on your clothes rather than around your neck?the carolove pearl sweaters

 

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Birthdays, engagements, friends reunions and every other big event happening this year deserve an amazing party. You and your friends need to celebrate in style and, if you’re organizing it yourself, you will want to make it the best party ever!

This isn’t going to be any old get together, everything has to be beautifully stylish with a fun twist. It might sound like a lot to ask, but dig out your thinking cap and read on for some clever little tips to make your day that extra bit special!

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The Venue

Finding the perfect venue is all about knowing what your needs will be. If you want to have a meal then obviously the food has to take center stage but if you are looking for more of a drinks and nibbles type of event, the space will make a real difference to the vibe you’re going for.

Make sure that you book way ahead of time. Venues, especially the most popular ones in town, will get booked up quickly. Actually, if you are hosting a Christmas party, you probably should have booked it last year! Give the venue a rough idea of the number of guests and what you are expecting and they will do the rest.

The Transport

If lots of you are going all together, you need to arrive in style. Rather than booking a fleet of cabs, why not consider a party bus? This way you and all your friends can start the party before you’ve even arrived. You can get party bus rentals at Bergen Limo here for up to 50 guests to travel together with music, lights and even reclining seats!

The Decoration

When you get to your venue, it’s always better to arrive with it already decorated specifically for you and your friends with a personal touch. Ask the venue if you can go earlier in the day to add some confetti, dress the chairs and inflate some balloons for later on. You could buy some decorations but if you’re feeling particularly creative, Martha Stewart has lots of ideas for cute designs to fit all themes. If you’re having a themed party, the decoration is your opportunity to go all out – 6ft inflatable palm tree anyone?

The Outfit

If you are having a themed party, you definitely need to give some thought to your outfit! You could go all out and buy something, but there are some crafty ways to accessorise what you already have to make an awesome improvised costume. The best part of any party is getting ready with your girlfriends and trying every possible combination in your wardrobe (and theirs!) so have fun and enjoy experimenting with different combinations together.

Getting together with friends is always going to mean a brilliant night out but when you add those extra details like transport and decoration, it really transforms the evening into something truly special. Once the organization is done, the party can start and you can have fun in style!

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