CHATTING ABOUT MY HAIR AND ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED!

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dress: c/o Tyler Boe // sunglasses: rayban // bag: ASHA color sold out but similar here and here // espadrilles: chanel similar here and here

I get a lot of questions on Instagram about my hair and I was surprised to see that it was the number two most frequently searched keyword on my blog! So I thought I'd start with some fun facts:

• My hair is naturally curly so I have to blow it dry almost everyday
• The only time I like to let my hair dry naturally is when I'm on vacation in a hot climate - it does really well in that kind of humidity and the result is big loose curls. I use a small drop of this hair oil on the bottom half for frizz. 
• I hate going to sleep with wet hair!
• I first started coloring my hair after I had Luke. He was two months old (it was February) and I really needed a refresh!
• I color my hair twice a year (I find that I don't need it as much in the summer because of the sun) 
• I wash my hair every other day. I've tried to go longer because I know its good for it but I use too many face oils at night and my hair ends up looking greasy!
• After I had Luke I lost SO much hair. It was really scary but I started taking biotin immediately and after two months I started to see improvements. Fortunately with Harrison I didn't have the same shedding problem. It is VERY common in postpartum women. 

LOCAL FRIENDS

Maison d'Alexandre - hair: Alexandre color: Beth

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And we're back! I posted a very tired picture of myself on my stories last night and someone responded saying, "Long weekends are not vacations for moms". SO TRUE! I'm wiped today and so happy to get back to our regularly scheduled programming:) I hope everyone had a happy and healthy weekend. We were so happy we cancelled our trip to Florida as it looks like their weather was much worse than ours! 

Frank and I went on a spur of the moment day trip to Rhode Island on Saturday for our anniversary and we had so much fun! Lots of quality time in the car (it was about 2.5 hrs to Watch Hill, another hour to Newport, and then 2.5 hrs home!) but it was a little exciting to be trying something new together sans kids. We needed it! I posted a pic of Frank on instagram this weekend from our wedding day and received so many requests for more pics! Below are three of my favorites:) 

Hope everyone enjoys the rest of this short week!

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MDW STRIPES AND SALE

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The long weekend is here!!! Even though we had to cancel our trip to Florida because of weather, I'm a firm believer in everything happen for a reason. We're looking forward to just hanging at home and enjoying the sun while it lasts! Saturday is Frank and my 6th year wedding anniversary. I can't believe it. It was truly one of the most beautiful weekends of my life and I will be sharing some pics on Instagram tomorrow so you'll have to check it out! I had made dinner reservations at one of my favorite restaurants in Palm Beach for Saturday night. Now that we're staying local I've been kind of scrambling to find a romantic back up plan. MDW is not an easy reservation! Stay tuned....

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Memorial Day Sales 

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ONE KINGS LANE

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MANGO - 30% OFF site wide

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FLORAL DRESS + SPRING SALE ROUNDUP

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Happy almost holiday weekend! I'm having a small pity part for myself over here this week. I just found out yesterday that I need to have one of my wisdom teeth removed as soon as possible (the pain has not been fun!) and our Memorial Day trip has been cancelled because of some pretty bad weather on its way to Florida. I definitely had a why me? moment which I now feel guilty about because its just a trip and its not the end of the world. SO we will be hanging at home and I'm trying to figure out something special to do for Frank this Saturday night for our 6 year wedding anniversary:)

PS Rounded up some of my fav pieces from the SHOPBOP Spring sale. If you feel like you haven't shopped a ton yet for summer because the weather hasn't been great, now is your chance!

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WORK BLOUSE + GOOP SALE

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Sometimes it can be really tough getting dressed for work, especially if your office environment is conservative. I help women all the time with this issue and I always like to start with a good blouse. Pants are important too but beyond making sure they fit well, they're not as exciting if you can't stray from black or navy. For me this blouse has all the bells and whistles - a row of buttons, bell sleeves, and feminine cuffs. It can also easily be paired with a beautiful earring and tucked into a skirt for an after hours cocktail or datenight. Call it a twist on your classic white (or black) blouse!

• This caftan is the perfect pice to pack for your beach trip. I always like to stuff one in my carry-on or even my purse just in case something happens to my luggage!
• My favorite straw tote is ON SALE!!!!
• I've had my eye on these since last year. Here is a similar style in black - so chic.
• The only cardigan you'll ever have to buy!
• I have the dress version of the this white top. Anything with a pom pom and I'm sold:)

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BRUNCH STYLE - TWO WAYS

Nº 1

earrings // sunglasses // belt // espadrilles // bag

Nº 2

necklace // bag // watch // nail polish // raffia slides

I hope everyone had a great week! I think the Korkidis house has a cold. Is that even possible? Its almost June! We will be spending the weekend finishing up our spring cleaning and doing some much needed DIY projects around the house. Can't wait to share with you guys:)

It hasn't exactly been brunch weather in Connecticut but I was inspired by my upcoming trip to Florida and specifically this DRESS!!! This is a new designer for me and I loved a couple pieces I saw including this dress. All their designs look so effortlessly chic and vacation friendly. Raffia is a huge trend this season and not just in handbags. I found this splurge pair of mules and this budget friendly style. 

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COVERUPS + MY BIGGEST PHOBIA

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I wasn't always this way! My first flight was when I was two months old. If you've followed me for a little while you know my dad is American and my mom is Belgian. My mom moved here when she was 23 after meeting my dad on a chance trip to Italy...such a romantic story which I will save for another time! I still think about it and can't believe she raised two girls with ZERO family around. I digress.. So every summer until my 20's we would go back to Belgium to see her side of the family (dad, sister, two brothers, and lots and lots of cousins). I LOVED it! Sometimes I felt more at home there than I did in NY. My sister and I traveled, went to camp, the beach, it was basically like we lived there for the summer. 

I can't remember if we were flying to or returning home from Europe but when I was about seven years old I became violently ill while on an airplane. It must have been a virus or food poisoning and it was BAD. The incident left me traumatized and scarred. My phobia didn't happen overnight but by the next few flights I had a full blown fear of flying. My fear wasn't that something would happen to the plane...it was more the out of control feeling and being afraid of getting sick while up in the air with nowhere to go. It seems crazy now as I type it but for me the anxiety was so real. By my teenage years I dreaded going to Belgium because I hated flying so much. I would have rather given up my favorite place on earth if it meant not getting on a plane. Luckily my parents didn't let that happen and until college they forced me fly. Panic attacks and all. After college my husband inherited the problem! I even tried flight simulation therapy for people with flying phobias. Just the noise triggered me! Finally I tried a more holistic approach and didn't focus as much on the plane itself but more on the side effects of my anxiety: nervousness, heart palpitations, sweating. Now through breathing excercises and essential oils my fear has become manageable. Its not gone! But I've become much better at dealing with it. This summer we're headed back to Belgium with both kids and I know I'll have to be strong especially for Luke who notices everything. Wish me luck!

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THIS SEASON'S EARRINGS

I hope everyone had a lovely weekend. I learned that patience is a VIRTUE after 3+ days with the kiddos sans Frank. I feel like a wimp/failure admitting it but its HARD. Especially when you're not used to being home all the time. Personally, my thought has always been that going to work is easier but I guess its just about what you're used to. And I'm a doer...even though I know I set myself up for crying and meltdowns taking my kids out to lunch at 2pm when they should be napping...we end up having a great time. Sure I'm exhausted today but it was all worth it. At the end of this month I'll be leaving my "corporate" job for something much more flexible (working for myself 100%) but even more challenging. I'm not sure if thill will make me a much more scheduled mom but I have a feeling it will. We shall see!!

I recently received these gorgeous earrings from Hart Haggerty and loved them instantly. I have the beach topknots and love the color. The quality is great and I was shocked when say that they were $58! Since my style is usually pretty classic and simple, I'm always adding a statement earring for a little extra. Whether you're wearing a maxi dress or just a white tee and jeans, a chic earring is the perfect addition for the season. 

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VACATION STYLE

I recently helped a client pack for my dream vacation! She had never been to Europe and was heading to France for her 40th birthday with her husband and a few friends. She needed two different looks: sightseeing and "beaching". When she asked me if I would help her style this trip I couldn't hold back my excitement. Seriously I was giddy! Its a stylists dream. I pictured her visiting museums in Paris and trapping around flea markets in the cote d' Azur. (Frank if you're reading this, TAKE NOTES!) 

One of my go-to's for vacation styling are jumpsuits. I loved this one because it had a riviera feel, was a great price, and could be worn from day to night without having to change at the hotel. A dressier pair of shorts are also ideal for long days. Also LOVE this effortless day dress. Its been 5+ years since I've traveled overseas which seems crazy to think about since I grew up going to Belgium every summer. BUT this summer we're going back! Frank and I decided to take the kids (EEEK need pointers for a 8.5hr flight with 2 young children) and I can't wait for the boys to meet all of their cousins and family in Belgium. 

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MIDI DRESSES

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I love wearing dresses! My Summer style is a little more boho than my Fall/Winter and I love this "prairie" chic look. This style and fabric is also super packable and a great style for vacation that you can dress up or down. I like to throw a fancier shoe in my bag along with a pair of earrings that will take my look to dinner after a day of sightseeing, shopping, etc. 

• I love this blush style and the embroidery makes it feminine and pretty but still casual 
• This white splurge one is a DREAM!

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WEEKEND RECAP, A FIRST BIRTHDAY!

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I hope everyone had a great weekend! We finally had some beautiful weather last week and Friday and Saturday were perfect! Last Monday I had a bit of a panic attack when I realized I hadn't planned anything for Harrison's 1st birthday. I know everyone says he's only a baby and doesn't realize or remember if he had a party or not but I do...and the mom guilt was in full force! So I ended up inviting family over on Saturday for a last minute birthday lunch and we had the best time! It wasn't "perfect" (I showed up 15 minutes after everyone had arrived to our house with 6 grocery bags and nothing prepared) but in the end the kids had a great time with their cousins and we'll all remember a delicious lunch on a sunny day! 

I will say that this past year has flown by. I was struck with a sense of sadness when I realized that we would no longer have a baby in the house. Right now we're not planning on having a third child so this week was definitely a reminder to live in the moment....something I'm always striving to get better at! 

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TOP - LOVESHACKFANCY (similar here)

JEANS - MOTHER

SHOES - C/O LILY

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MOTHER'S DAY

Its almost Mother's Day! Last year on Mother's Day Harrison was only a few weeks old so I felt a little out of it. This year Frank has a wedding to go to (who schedules their wedding on Mother's Day weekend!) so I'll be solo. But no matter what just to have the day off to spend with the boys will be fun...thinking of going to one of my favorite kid-friendly places, Terrain! 

• This wand has been on my list for the last year! Lately I've been finding myself styling my hair more for photoshoots and nights out and I feel like my drugstore $25.99 iron may be damaging my hair? This one has become a cult favorite among bloggers and fashion
• I loves platters, serving trays, and bowls as gifts. They're something I almost never buy for myself but I am always needing more of. Its also so nice to be reminded of someone overtime I take one out that was a gift
• These sandals! I received them last Mother's Day and they're so comfortable!

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A STATEMENT NECKLACE

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I don't wear a ton of jewelry and I like to keep my accessories simple. Small diamond studs most days and when I do wear earrings I like them to make a statement. I RARELY wear a necklace and the same rules apply for when I do. I first discovered Mignonne Gavigan five years ago at a trunk show in NYC and fell in love! I thought it was such a cool concept - a scarf thats beaded and therefore also a necklace - perfect! I know I always talk about wearing something casual and also dressy but we are all so busy these days and there is something to be said for not changing! When I shot this look on Friday afternoon I was running errands after and picking up Luke from school. I never had time to change before heading off to a benefit that night and I love the way this necklace completed my look (changed out the pants for jeans because it was raining). 

Adding a few more favorites below! 

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