Knowledge is Chic

With everything at our fingertips the wealth of knowledge available on the web can be overwhelming. When I manage to find something genuinely good and useful (because there is plenty out there that is completely useless) either from editorial mentions, friends' tips, or my own search I feel an obligation to share it.

In 1999 Bills, Bills, Bills debuted as a hit single for Destiny's Child and since then I have been indoctrinated in the importance for women to be financially independent and smart (yes, I usually rely on the wisdom of female R&B artists). Emphasizing the latter, these sites provide endless resources to managing personal finances--a simple and empowering skill instead of a bewildering monthly task.


1. Learnvest.com

Subscribe to the daily newsletter that gives excellent tips on saving, investing, and stretching your dollar on everything from fashion, eating out, and travel.

2. Manilla.com

Sync all your accounts under one roof with this super convenient and protected site that gives you notifications on your upcoming statements.

3. Mint.com

Learn how to budget with this user-friendly site that breaks down your credit card spending for you in respective categories (entertainment, travel, dining etc.)

Sleeping Beauty: Floral Fantasies

The environment you live in has a huge impact on the way you live. The same goes for the way you sleep. I couldn't figure out why I was having so much difficulty sleeping this summer. Once I realized how uninspired my temporary space and night time routine was all signs pointed to re-energizing my environment. Florals have such a calming quality that finding multiple ways to integrate them before sleep will relax you more effectively. The following floral details help me sleep more soundly so I can approach my days full of energy:

Shabby Chic by Rachel Ashwell for Target Full/Queen Hydrangea Duvet



Juicy Couture Lounge Floret PJ Pants



Lollia Breathe Peony & Lily Hand Creme $24

Savannah in 4 hours

It is not entirely fair to only give a destination four hours to make an indelible impression, yet somehow Savannah managed to do so on a sticky Thursday morning in August. Reduced to this time limit and no prior research or itinerary I was lucky enough to run into these gems of the Southern city (and purposefully avoiding all things Paula Deen). Please let me know of places I overlooked.

The Bottom Line: I was enamored with the distinct quality that many of the Savannah shoppes and boutiques shared... the in-store coffee bar (but more often supplying cold italian sodas and georgia peach tea).

8:00am-9:00am Walk the historic district early and choose your favourite park square and home

9:00am-11:00am Peruse the many boutiques on Broughton Street

• Pick up some of the best georgia peach tea at Sylvester & Co. Modern General Store
• Find a great deal on chic furniture and home decor at DC2 Design
• Tease your senses at The Paris Market with fresh bundles of lilac, candles & perfumes, and authentic Parisian antiques
  

11:00am-12:00pm Try the lime chicken tacos ($11) at local lunchtime favourite Kayak Kafe

Beginnings

I am not a natural blonde. And I have my fair share of visible roots. For some people an imperfection, but for me, my roots are evidence of where I have come from and where I am going. I can't ignore them, and eventually I have to address them...only to see them return in a month or so. Seemingly, roots are one of the most stable and organic components of my life. They are proof that I continue to grow everyday. And with each day I find new inspirations that I want to share with you.

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