Life Lately // Instagram Recap

It has been crazy around here to say the least. Sorry for the radio silence!We got back from our European grand finale trip last week. Here is our collective instagram recap:1, 2-Venice, Italy  //  3-Dubrovnik, Croatia  //  4-Santorini, Greece  //  5, 6-Corfu, Greece  //  7-Istanbul, TurkeyI hope to get a full recap from all of our destinations up soon. But with over 1,000 photos and moving across the world,...

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Smoothie Recipes

Smoothies have been my go-to since it started warming up a bit. They are filling and I love how refreshing they are in the summer (which is a relative term in Dublin).Here are two of my favorites: This one is perfect for breakfast. It's filling and nutritious with the added spinach and flax seed.I like this one for a afternoon or after dinner snack since it's a bit sweeter. I love almond butter, but you can definitely substitute peanut butter.Tell...

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Guest post from Lew Party of 2

Hello! I am Bailley from Lew Party of Two and I am so grateful to be guest posting while Jessica is on her amazing vacation. I mean, Croatia, Turkey, AND Greece?? SO fun. I know she is having an absolute blast! My husband Robert and I, like Jessica and her hubby, are newlyweds living in Europe and enjoying/exploring all it has to offer! The best part of living in Europe? I bet you can guess...Traveling! And recently, we have done quite a bit...

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Guest post from Turquoise and Teale

Today, Ashely from Turquoise and Teale is here sharing some travel pieces she's 'Currently Loving.'1. Theodora & Callum Scarf  2. Tai Jewelry Bracelet Set  3. Davines Sea Salt Spray 4. Coola Sunscreen  5. Tom Ford Sunglasses  6. Matiko Sandals  Currently Loving [Guest Post] by ateale featuring vintage scarvesI absolutely love those sunglasses and that pretty scarf! Thank you so much for guest posting while I am away,...

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Guest post from Love and Bellinis

Hey guys! I'm Jaclyn from Love And Bellinis and I'm so honored to be guest posting for Jessica. Our girl is living the dream, touring Europe, as I'm sure you are all aware... so I'll be filling in for her today while she's away.I'm excited to share some of my favorite summer staples with you, these are the essentials I absolutely cannot live without during my favorite season of the year....one // This St. Tropez Lotion works as an anti-aging...

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Vacation packing

Yesterday, we left for Venice, Italy. We came here a couple days early since we had never been to Venice and to celebrate the bird's birthday.Here's some gorgeous packing inspiration to kick off this vacation:Orchid bikini top & bottom // Raffia backpack // Summertime tank // Cat eye sunglasses // White espadrilles // Floppy hatIs this not the perfect summer pack? I also wish I had these espadrilles in my bag. I'll have to settle for my new Converse.On...

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Outfit Inspiration: spring edition

Last winter I posted some outfit inspiration in the form of selfies. I wanted to do another post for spring outfits.As you can tell, spring in Dublin isn't very warm. But it beats fur vest and big coats everyday. Faux leather pink jacket, sold out (similar here) // Slouch tee in gray // Ankle booties (similar here) Tieks in Ballerina pink (my favorite spring go-to!) // Chambray top (similar here)I know it sounds ridiculous, but taking these...

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Day trip to Bruges

While I was in Belgium a couple weeks back, I took a day trip to Bruges.The city is so gorgeous and it was so easy to get to from Brussels via train.There was a market in the main square, which was so fun to peruse. So many fresh fruit and veggies stands, food vendors and pretty flowers.And then just like that... the sun (finally) came out!I didn't stay in Bruges, but I did come across a couple lovely places worth noting:• Dumon Chocolatier (Simon...

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Happy Fourth of July!

We are currently in Palma de Mallorca, Spain with some friends and hoping to find a way to celebrate Fourth of July!fruit tart // stripes & cut offs // festive cart // strawberry popsiclesI hope you have a fabulous weekend and celebration!striped maxi // coral sunnies // summer hat // skinny beltFollow along on our trip on Instagram: @birdietobeAnd I will be posting my Bruges recap on Monday! Stay tuned. Have a great Fourth of July weekend!Linked...

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Guest posting: Cornflake Dreams

I am over at Cornflake Dreams today guest posting for Jillian while she is away.Head over to find out more about my life in Dublin, Ireland.On that note, we are off to Palma de Mallorca tomorrow for a weekend getaway. One of my very best friends and her bf are flying over from the states. I am so excited to celebrate her birthday together in Spain!Lastly, a HUGE congrats to Biana of B Loved Boston for winning the GiGi New York giveaway! So jealous!Happy...

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