Have you enjoyed spring break week?  This week we’ve covered everything from resort-worthy cocktails and the best “glamping” locations, to a fashion trend perfect for vacation-wear and how to create a very cozy staycation if your current dream locale happens to be some rest & relaxation at home! If you’re starting to plan a trip, today we have some destination inspiration for you.  We talked to some of our favorite bloggers to find out what their favorite trips have been…

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It may only be March, but 2013 has already been a jam-packed year!  Aaron has been traveling between LA and Australia (amongst all of his usual traveling) getting ready for Ellen’s big adventure down there next week, and I have been juggling a lot more shoots for The Effortless Chic as well as trying to keep up with my regular styling jobs.  A couple of weeks ago the stars aligned, and by stars I do mean our calendars, and we … +more

The ruffle: It was seen on the spring runways of Chloe, Gucci, Balenciaga, Acne, Isabel Marant and over a dozen more which means this trend is not going anywhere any time soon.  In fact, I dare to say that the ruffle is the new peplum.  (dramatic gasp!)  It’s fun and feminine with a slight mariachi vibe and I am fully on board.  It also happens to scream vacation!  Speaking of which, I am about halfway to Australia as we speak! … +more

Have you heard of this trend?  We had some friends go “glamping”– glamorous camping if you didn’t catch that– in Santa Barbara last spring and loved it!  Aaron has always given me a hard time because camping to me growing up was in an RV with my favorite pillow and a down comforter.  Am I right?  He says that doesn’t count!  To him camping has to be in a tent, so this luxurious yurt might be the perfect compromise for … +more

Happy Monday and welcome to Spring Break Week here at The Effortless Chic!  There are few things in this world that I love more than exploring new cities, trying new foods, and wearing resort wear, so it seemed perfectly acceptable to spend a week celebrating just that!  Since we can’t always be on vacation, I love having a neighborhood spot that makes us feel like we are on vacation.  Bow & Truss was one of the first local dinner … +more

Happy Friday!  Aaron is turning 30 in a couple of weeks, but since we will be in Australia, I am throwing him a little shindig this weekend to celebrate.  I can’t wait!  What are you all up to this weekend?  Whatever it is, be sure to check back in with us next week as we honor every student’s favorite time of year and kick off Spring Break Week here at The Effortless Chic!  There will plenty of inspiration for … +more

Caitlin and Caitlin here! Springtime is approaching and that familiar feeling of fresh love and new beginnings is slipping out of winter hiding. Very appropriately, we have two sets of recently engaged clients who are happily settling into their first homes together.  While it’s a super exciting time in some realms, when it comes to figuring out how to merge your things, not so much!  When designing a shared space, it can be a challenge to strike the perfect balance … +more

Have you tried this trend yet?  It was one of my favorites for fall and I’m surprised how into it I still am heading into spring.  I love the idea of a printed skirt with a cute printed top– Think floral with stripes or polka dots and paisley.  I am getting ready to take a little trip to the southern hemisphere (yay!) next week where it is quite a bit warmer than here.  Besides cramming in weeks worth of work … +more