*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walmart. All opinions are 100% my own.  As always, thank you for all of the continued love and support. xx

Needless to say, it’s been quite the year.  We recently made the decision to start homeschooling our six year old for the time being, so we’ve had to really start cracking down on screen time.  More than ever, it’s so important that we encourage our little ones to get down on the floor and use their imaginations!

Are you a last minute gift shopper like me?  I’m the worst about it.  Luckily, I can always count on Walmart for a wide selection of super affordable toys.  It’s pretty much my one-stop shop these days!

I went ahead and linked a bunch of toys that I already scooped up for Knox.  Walmart offers everything from classic LEGO sets, to retro musical toys, to the newest RC vehicles.  Walmart also offers free one-day shipping which is a dream for this last minute momma!

Make sure to check out all of Walmart’s amazing deals when shopping for your kids this Holiday season! There is something affordable for every age!

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lee.  All opinions are 100% my own.

Fun fact: My middle name just so happens to be Lee, something I didn’t really dig too much as a little girl since it was considered the “boy” way to spell it at the time.  As I got older I really learned to appreciate it, because it was spelled differently than the way most people spelled it.  And I learned early on that being unique and “different” is what makes the world go round.  I think that was right around the time I was rocking my very first pair of Lee overalls in ninth grade.  And they looked a little something like this….

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pantene. All opinions are 100% mine.

We can all relate to the struggle of non-wash days when it comes to our hair. To wash…not to wash… can’t figure out anything other than throwing it up in a not-so-cute messy bun. Wondering why your hair looks a little more “lived in” than it really should. We’ve all been there.

I’ve played around with my fair share of dry shampoos, and I’ve gotta say I’m incredibly particular when it comes to them. A lot of dry shampoos seem to make my fine hair feel even dirtier which is just not okay. Some of them work great but leave too much white powdery residue, making you look even worse than you did with the greasy hair because well you now look eighty.

Can’t we just find a dry shampoo that has it ALL?! One that doesn’t leave you with a ton of build up but also doesn’t make you age thirty + years?? Well, Pantene just came out with their new Waterless collection and the Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray is perfect for finer hair (like I have). It instantly refreshes your hair between washes, gives me instant volume, and the best part is there’s no white powdery residue! It’s made with pro-vitamin B5 and wild mint, so it’s seriously just as refreshing as it sounds.

Make sure that when you spray your hair, you’re holding the can about six or so inches away from your scalp. Always take sections of your hair and then try flipping your head over and spray underneath for extra volume!

Pantene also came out with a Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist.  It gets rid of any flyaways and always leaves my hair nice and shiny! Spray it on at the ends of your hair right after you use the dry shampoo for a really pretty finish.  The best part is that both of these products are free of sulfates and parabens.

How do I typically style my hair on no-wash days, you ask? I’m going to give you my top five go-to hair styles because the messy bun just really isn’t my thing (and also doesn’t work with my new, shorter hair style).

1. Middle part with messy lived in waves

I typically curl my hair on the day that I wash it and then work with my Pantene Never Tell dry shampoo Spray and Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist over the next several days to maintain the style. I will start with it parted in the middle and then usually flip it over to the side for a dramatic side part on day two or three!

2. Add a cute headband

A cute headband, dry shampoo, and dry conditioner mist go a really long way these days.

3. Half up and half down

I have always been a big fan of the half up and half down look. Sometimes I will add a cute little bow scrunchie and sometimes I’ll just rock the high half up pony, but it gives me all the 90’s feels and you just can’t go wrong!

4. Add a fun initial accessory

I recently discovered the cutest little bobby pins and it’s the easiest way to extend your hairstyle if you prefer wearing it down most days like me. Switch up your part, spray in your dry shampoo at the roots and add a fun accessory! Good to go.

5. Classic low bun

So simple and classic, you just can’t go wrong. Not to mention REAL easy to achieve. I just throw all my hair up into a classic low bun and just tuck any loose pieces back into the hair tie. Then you can add a fun bow scrunchie like this one for the final touch!

Non-wash days don’t have to mean that you give up on your hairstyle. If anything, make it something fun to play with throughout the week! I’m telling you, Pantene’s new Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray and their Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist…game changer.

Hope you found this little post helpful! 🙂

Happy New Year, guys!  Wanted to share a few things with you guys in this post, including these brand new wrap bracelets by Victoria Emerson!  They are so pretty and add THE perfect touch to any outfit.  I’m especially loving the wrap bracelets I’m wearing in each of these photos as they’re right in line with my retro inspired, bohemian style.

I went ahead and linked all of my new favorite wrap bracelets as they are all buy one get one FREE right now!  I especially love the new freshwater pearl collection….I’m wearing one of my new favorites in the photo above with my velvet flares.

On a more personal note regarding the new year, I’ve heard people saying 2020 will be the year of clarity… really hoping there’s some truth to that and it’s not just another play on words.  I mentioned the other day on IG that I want to see more people rocking high rise flares this upcoming year, as they are truly the most flattering cut of jeans (regardless of your shape or size).  But WAY more importantly, I  mentioned that I’d love to see more realness.….

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Let’s be real, the holiday season can be a bit stressful as a parent.  And let me tell you….it can be pretty freaking draining as a full time fashion blogger around the holiday season.  After all, we’re the ones who are supposed to be flooding your feed with all the good Black Friday sales, right?  Well, this year, I needed a tiny break from all of the superficial chaos that comes along with the industry I’m in.

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I don’t know about you ladies, but I don’t have that many reasons to get all dolled up these days.  The fact that Rob and I are both self employed – means we don’t get invited to too many company holiday parties these days.  And as far as friend parties….well, one of the kids usually ends up getting sick the week of Thanksgiving or Christmas.  You know how it goes.

That being said, I wanted to round up some holiday inspired outfits that you will be able to incorporate into your every day wardrobe.  Many of these pieces can be worn in a multitude of ways, like these amazing high rise plaid pants I’m wearing in the photo above.  They are under $50 and would be perfect for the office as well as a company holiday party or even date night!  This black bodysuit that I paired with the pants is a new fave of mine and makes such a cool statement!  Best part is that it’s under $35.

Speaking of every day, how amazing is this checkered blazer?!  I love the vintage cut and the fact that you can make it sexy for date night, or pair it with slacks and go more classic for the office.  I just love the colors in this blazer.  I am wearing an xs for reference.

I did want to also include a few “fancier” pieces for those of you who do have company parties this holiday season.  How gorgeous is the strappy velvet jumpsuit that I’ve got on in the first few photos?  It’s under $80 and would be such a pretty outfit for Christmas or New Years.

The same thing goes for this amazing little sparkly dress!  It’s such a fun piece and the cut is super flattering.  This would be the hottest little NYE dress.  It’s under $60 and true to size.  And hey, if you have nowhere to wear it like me, just rock it in bed and pour yoself a glass of sparkling wine.  Ain’t no shame in throwing your own little party as a parent now and then! 😉

Also, who can resist a cute little slip dress? This one is so good and on sale for $29 right now.  You can totally dress this piece up for a night out.

I hope you guys were able to draw some inspo from this post!  It’s always so much fun getting creative around the holidays… I love mixing and matching unique pieces while hopefully inspiring you ladies along the way.

Do you see this happy little face?  This boy has been an old soul since the day he was born.  He’s always preferred using his imagination over screen time…and it was one of those things that we never even had to encourage.  So naturally, when I mentioned to this old little soul of mine that he would be getting his very own record player, he was pretty pumped.

There’s just something about the timeless sound of a vinyl record player that can’t be replaced.  I think Knox already feels that at his young little age which is just so stinkin’ cool and makes me even more proud to be his momma.

Not sure if you were aware, but Walmart.com is KILLING it right now in all departments, including their selection of vinyl bluetooth record players (and records). How cool is this teal green Victrola record player?!  There is a built-in portable suitcase which makes it super convenient to travel with or to just take it from room to room.  It also has three different speeds so that you can adjust the sound accordingly. It’s under $40 and free delivery as always!

Walmart.com also offers a wide variety of brand new vinyl records, all at super low prices.  I made sure to snag a few records that brought me back to my high school days…this Foo Fighter album happens to be one of Knox’s faves.

My five year old maaay have gotten his love for nostalgic things from his momma. 😉  After we snagged this record player, I purchased a few brand new vinyl’s from Walmart.com and then hit up an old record store for some oldies to add to our collection.

My suggestion when your kids are going wild?  Start with an affordable record player like this one from Walmart.com and introduce them to some oldies.  I have a feeling they will LOVE getting to lower that needle into the grooves as they listen to the scratchy sound of their favorite vinyl.

Let’s try to slow down a bit and set the tone for this next generation.  Let’s go back to the basics and teach our kids that sometimes the best things in life are the simplest.

*This is a sponsored post; however all opinions are my own.*