Wedding Planning Update #2

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

Photo by Maribel Morales

I'm back with another update! Only 4 months before the wedding! According to WeddingWire's checklist, I'm overdue on ordering a cake... I've actually been talking to a cake lady, and it hasn't been fully finalized yet! I did think about having a pretty and trendy cake, as most weddings these days seem to have. WeddingWire has a great article on all of the 2018 wedding cake trends! I definitely ooh'd and ahh'd at a few of them, like the hand-painted and gold leaf ones. But in the end, we have our heart set on our favorite flavor: berry chantilly! I actually hate cake and most sweets, but for some reason, I love this type! Brian even got it for me when he threw me a surprise birthday party when we first started dating :) 

Another big thing I got out of the way is floral! We came in right on budget! I've been working closely with Angel from Love & Sparrows, who is extremely amazing at picking floral styles, and pays super close attention to details I like and don't like. She has also given me great ideas based on the random photos I've sent her, and ways to re-use floral so I can stay within budget. I'm so grateful for her! 

The next big thing on my list is to order invitations, set up a wedding website, alter my dress, and finalize some decor and details! I've also been working with my friend Vivian on some handlettered art that I'm super excited about! Can't wait to show you guys her handiwork!  I'll update you guys again in June! 

Photo by Maddie Tober

Celebrating 100 Years with The Wigwam

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

I was recently invited to The Wigwam in Arizona to celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of its Organizational House, the first building on the site that is still intact today. The resort was established by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company executives as a place to oversee their cotton ranching business, and it has managed to keep so much of its history over the past 100 years, including original buildings, decor, and even windows in the pattern of vintage Goodyear tire treads.

Our first night at the resort was incredible: cocktail hour, followed by an intimately lit dinner in the Trellis garden, where we had full view of an amazing Arizona sunset. 

The next morning, we headed out at 7AM to hike at the nearby White Tank Mountain Regional Park. It takes 75-100 years for a saguaro cactus to grow its first arm, and the size of some of the cacti were so impressive!

Afterward, we had lunch a the spa, and I got a long, relaxing facial! 

Later in the day, we played a demo of FootGolf (SURPRISINGLY more fun than I thought it'd be!) and then went to a beer and appetizer tasting at Red's Bar & Grill right off the golf course. We ended the night with live music by the lobby and perfect evening weather.

I loved that we had plenty of downtime to relax and enjoy the entire resort. I spent some days walking around and explored every nook and cranny of the resort. I actually really love the original Organizational House. It's so charming and looks just as it did 100 years ago!

Original Organizational House

One of my favorite experiences was the open kitchen cooking demo, where we got to watch the chef cook some dishes from the Litchfield menu. Everything was sooo delicious, and we had to hold back on eating because our actual dinner at Litchfield's was shortly after. We got to try dumplings, lamb, carrot soup, all paired with different cocktails. It was definitely the culinary highlight of the trip! I love that they emphasize farm-to-table and even have their own herb garden for ingredients right outside.

Our last morning, we had a big brunch, complete with fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes... and pork belly! I went back to take a long nap before heading back to Texas. Although we did so much at the resort, I left feeling completely refreshed!

If you're looking for a resort full of history, golf, tennis, multiple pools (even water slides!), live music, and SO much more, this is the place to be! It's very family friendly too! I loved hearing how it's a favorite among locals! To celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the first building on their property, The Wigwam is offering a Centennial Thank You Package for a two-night stay in an Adobe Traditional Room and $100 resort credit per stay!

Spring Training With Zappos x The North Face

I've teamed up with my friends at Zappos to try out The North Face line for my spring training!

Top: Afterburn Tank Top in Bristol Blue Heather, Leggings: Perfect Core High-Rise Tights, Shoes: Ultra Cardiac II

Hello spring and beautiful weather! It's finally warm enough to run outside, and I've been doing just that with some new athletic clothes from The North Face! 

Shoes: Ultra Cardiac II

I've always loved how fast Zappos ships out their items! They also ship free and give you 365 days to return any items you don't like! And the fact that they have such a large range of styles with amazing customer service makes it the perfect place to shop for someone with a busy and active lifestyle.

As I mentioned before, I'm head-to-toe in The North Face gear that I ordered from Zappos.com! And I LOVED how comfortable everything was. Plus, everything had such a flattering fit that I felt really good in my gear! The Perfect Core High-Rise Tights give your core extra support, so you feel put-together and secure, whether it's yoga, running, or lifting.

The Versitas Fearless Reversible Bra feels great too, and the Afterburn Tank Top in Bristol Blue Heather is the perfect top to show off the cute racerback! The top is also light and airy!

The Ultra Cardiac II trail-running shoes are also very breathable and give great support! Let's be honest, this photoshoot involved lots of jumping, multiple times. I felt like I landed so softly every time! Despite landing my knee into a rock that one outtake.... But anyway.

Sports Bra: Versitas Fearless Reversible Bra

Fans of Lucy can also rejoice because now that Lucy has joined The North Face, you’ll find their fit expertise and favorite styles under The North Face brand!

Top: Afterburn Tank Top in Bristol Blue Heather
Sports Bra: Versitas Fearless Reversible Bra
Leggings: Perfect Core High-Rise Tights
Shoes: Ultra Cardiac II