Why do most declare Sunday their favorite day of the week? I think it's because it's claim to fame is being deemed a "lazy" kind of day. When you can enjoy waking up late, lounging in your pajamas and drinking coffee all morning (and maybe, day) long.
Summer is my thing and I'd like to think that I've perfected the art of staying refreshed and stylish all day long. Summer in DC can be tricky, it's not all beautiful sunny days like California, we get a lot of rainy days too. So, that's why if it's nice out, you better bet you can find me outside and on-the-go; window shopping, on a bike ride, eating out on some outdoor patio, or hopefully laying by a pool or at the beach soaking up some rays. I recently found the perfect beach bag by Stella & Dot and I think it's the perfect beach bag that also doesn't look like a beach bag. It's a nude color, so it pairs well with anything, and it's laser cut leather can withstand any water or sand that it might (hopefully) come in contact with. I've also recently become obsessed with the Bottled Starbucks® Iced Coffee Drinks. They're the perfect pick-me-up and so refreshing and delicious, and I just love the convenience of being able to crack open a bottle and go. Today, I'm excited to team up with Starbucks and share with you what else is inside my beach bag this summer.
- Bottled Starbucks® Iced Coffee Drink
Bottled Starbucks Iced Coffee beverages are the perfect blend of premium Starbucks coffee and 2 percent milk. Available in four delicious offerings: Coffee + Milk, Low Calorie Coffee + Milk, Vanilla, and Caramel, Starbucks Iced Coffee ready-to-drink beverages are the perfect on-the-go refreshment to get you through the daily commute, big projects such as spring cleaning, or an exciting road trip with friends. Look for it at major grocery and convenience stores, available nationwide.
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Starbucks Coffee Company via Mode Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Starbucks Coffee Company.
Spring Soles: I store my seasonal shoes in plastic bins to save space and Memorial Day weekend is usually when it's time to do the official swap! This is when the color comes out full force and takes front row, while winter boots, suede heels and velvet loafs go in to hibernation. It's nature just taking it's course, really! I also started using a hanging shoe rack, but not only for any flats or sandals, but to store my small, flat purses as well.
Folding 101: To make space for Summer tops, I fold any and all sweaters. I recommend folding your sweaters in thirds, rather than just in half, for a cleaner and more compact stack. This is very important stuff here, guys.
The Dresser: We all know the dresser can end up being the place where everything just gets thrown off after a long day's wear. To keep things organized, and have my everyday items ready to grab and go, use a tray to keep everything confined to one area. Since I spend a few minutes here every morning, stacking and spritzing away, I need things to not only be well organized but pretty to look at as well. Fresh flowers are usually a must, along with decorative bowls and such for storage. The cleanliness of your dresser can really make or break the day ahead and who has time for a bad day!
At Arms Reach: I like to have a few of my go-to shoes on display, so that they are ready, waiting for me to slide in to at any minute. So, outside of my closet currently sit my pointy loafers and Birkenstock sandals. And, front and center of my closet hangs a few new rompers and dresses to pull from.
On Display: Displaying some of your favorite accessories as a fun way to reintroduce old pieces from last season and spruce up the new. Trust me, if you see something every day, you're more likely to use it. Since I don't have a walk-in closet (yet), things tend to disappear easily. My trick is to instead store them somewhere neatly outside of my closet, like on a shelf or hanging on the wall. Also, please note: Alternating shoe direction does make room for an extra pair!
Get It Done: Spring Cleaning can be one of the year's most daunting tasks (minus Black Friday), so I recommend having a cold, caffeinated beverage on hand at all times. My choice is Bottled Starbucks® Iced Coffee. It's refreshing, great taste is made up of 100 percent arabica beans (that's the good stuff) and is just what I needed to get through a day of folding, hanging, organizing and re-organizing the hot mess that had become my closet.
Happy Spring Cleaning! Do you have any tips of your own? Please send them our way!
For Spring Cleaning tips in the Kitchen, be sure to check out more of my tips here!
Bottled Starbucks® Iced Coffee beverages are the perfect blend of premium Starbucks coffee and 2 percent milk. Available in four delicious offerings: Coffee + Milk, Low Calorie Coffee + Milk, Vanilla, and Caramel, Starbucks Iced Coffee ready-to-drink beverages are the perfect on-the-go refreshment to get you through the daily commute, big projects such as spring cleaning, or an exciting road trip with friends. Look for it at major grocery and convenience stores, available nationwide.
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Starbucks Coffee Company via Mode Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Starbucks Coffee Company.
