Instantly Brightening Your Space with Wayfair

Happy Wednesday friends!

It’s been a minute by I’m back with something fun to share with you! I’m teaming up with Wayfair on this post today! *Sponsored

I’m sure you all can relate but I love to refresh my space and we recently moved a few months ago and wanted to brighten up our living room without immediately investing in new furniture. Our quick and easy solution…a new rug!

Our new place doesn’t have any carpet in any of the rooms so we had already grabbed a rug from Wayfair for our bedroom so when we determined our living room was looking so dark we thought again to find a new rug on Wayfair to brighten the space up. We are beyond impressed with the quality of the rug and happy with the outcome and how it immediately lightened up the space! You can find the exact rug HERE it is exactly as pictured and will not disappoint! If you are looking for a quick less expensive way to brighten up your space paint and a new rug will really do the trick!

You can check out the before and after photos below!

6 Years of Lifestyle with Laramie

Today is an exciting day! 6 years ago I launched this blog that would most certainly change my life!

Thank you to y’all for supporting this dream and reading posts and interacting with me on this and my social media platforms! This blog has evolved from just a place to share affordable fashion to a platform to help y’all with social media and blogging tips, curvy affordable fashion, and everything lifestyle!

Sharing some of my favorite moment’s on the blog below to celebrate the best 6 years! I can’t wait to see what’s next!

Modern Entryway Inspiration with AllModern

Happy Friday, friends!

I’ve teamed up with AllModern this week to share some of there amazing pieces to put together the entryway of my dreams! When Travis and I get a home this is what I want our entryway to emulate!

I’m loving the modern vides which still seem so classic and then the bold statement wallpaper with the pop of color. It’s so fun and gives a real personality to a space I feel most people don’t think about.

I’ll be sharing a piece that would be perfect for your entryway in the next few weeks and how it goes in my current home that doesn’t offer and entryway space currently.

AllModern’s pieces are so versatile and can be used anywhere in your home to show your style and I love that about them!

Check out my inspiration pieces below!

Haydon Rug // More Contemporary Rugs	Deirdre Wallpaper // More Modern Geometric Wallpaper	Bourbon Chandelier // More Sputnik Chandeliers
Anais Bookcase // More Geometric Bookcases	Hilary Bench // More Mid Century Modern Benches	Suite of 3 Flowers // More Wall Art Sets

Photo Tips & Resources for Blogging and Instagram

Happy Wednesday, friends!

This week here on the blog I wanted to talk about some photo tips and resources that will help any of you content creators out there. Whether you take photos just for social media or use photography on your blog as well or for your business I have some things you could try!

First off having a consistent photo style as a content creator is key. For example whether I have my photographer take my photos or I take them myself they are always in the light and bright style. To achieve this myself I use my own presets which I love when I can’t work with my photographer. You can actually use these presets yourself as well! You can grab them HERE and start using them to better your photos!

Another resource that will help you elevate your photos is my E-book where I discuss how to figure out what content to shoot, how to figure out your style, my process, how to find a photographer that’s right for you, movement and posing and so much more! This resource is for you whether you work with a professional photographer or self shoot your photos! It comes with bonus items and actionable steps and will elevate your photo game! You can grab it HERE and start improving your photos today!

If you have any photo questions let me know in the comments!

Goal Setting & My Plans

Happy Wednesday friends! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

I’m sharing a fun mint green look here on the blog today from LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s! I’m loving this top it’s so comfortable and a fun color for spring!

This week I wanted to talk about goals and some changes I’m trying to make. as we come up on the second quarter of the year. I would love to work on waking up earlier and starting my day by going to the gym, I have some fitness and wellness goals I would love to fit before the end of the year and I think if I try and accomplish that one it will really help!

What are some goals you are setting as we go into quarter 2?

Mid Century Modern Bedroom Inspo with AllModern

Happy Wednesday Friends!

Happy new year again as well! I don’t know about you but this year I’ve been playing with revamping my space for the new year and new chapter. I’m so excited to share with you some fun mid century modern bedroom inspiration from AllModern as I think we are all still revamping our space especially and making everything fresh again!

My favorite space is definitely the bedroom, I love a light and airy room paired with a little contrast which I think you can see from see of these AllModern pieces I pulled. I added a feminine touch with the blush toned bedding option and some different texture as well. I really love home décor and interior design as you all know and I really love the pieces AllModern has to offer. They have something for everyone no matter what you are looking for or room you are trying to revamp. They are the perfect place to shop and super affordable as well with tons of options.

Concetta Armchair // More Mid-Century Chairs	Arlene Duvet Set // More Duvet Covers	Williams Dresser // More Mid-Century Dressers
Williams Nightstand // More MCM Nightstands	Williams Bed // More Mid-Century Modern Beds	Huron Lamp // More Mid-Century Modern Lamps

I absolutely love these mid century modern pieces for the bedroom and really played with neutral tones and textures with the leather chair and soft blush bedding and I love the contrast of those pieces in the same room. The bedroom is meant to be a relaxing peaceful place and I think this combination paired with some sheer white curtains would be the best bedroom upgrade!

You can shop all these pieces with the links on the left as well as check out some other inspiration here: Keep the bedroom inspiration going with AllModern for: Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Furniture, Queen Beds, Headboards, Mid-Century Modern Bedrooms We Love

Must Eats in Sarasota

This week I wanted to share a few of my must haves when it comes to visiting home! Whether you are visiting or even if you are an SRQ local these are some places to check out! So lets talk about food!

First off if you are a cheese and charcuterie lover like myself don’t sleep on Charcuterie & Cheese Sarasota! Shannon is amazing and makes the most amazing boxes and boards for any occasion! Perfect for a hotel stay, beach day, or any day really I can’t recommend her enough! She does an amazing job featuring amazing meats, cheeses, savory and sweet and this is an absolute must for me now when I visit home! It is such a treat!

Next let’s talk donuts! Who don’t love a good donut for breakfast or dessert? Sarasota has tons of amazing breakfast spots but if you’re in the mood for an amazing donut look no further because Five-O donuts are the most amazing things ever! They offer classic as well as super special donuts and I can’t recommend them enough if you want a special treat!

Third spot I want to share with you is a hidden gem, Whitney’s on Longboat Key! This one is the most picturesque restaurant ever! The colors are amazing and even if you just need a good photo head out that way but I promise you the food is a must too! They have great options for breakfast and lunch and some fun drinks also! The service is amazing and it’s a spot you don’t want to miss out on!

Let me know if you happen to check out one of my favorite spots! I would love to know what you think!

If you want to try out my presets from the above photos click HERE and you might find a special!

Stay @ Home Chic

Happy Wednesday babes!

Y’all know I love London Times, their dresses are so chic and classic and perfect for every occasion! I wanted to share this super cute white number especially for all my future brides out there or any of you girls looking for a great white summer dress!

As we continue to spend most of our time at home I wanted to showcase this look at home and how I thing you can still dress up and be at home, do whatever makes you feel beautiful and comfortable! Are you wearing mostly lounge wear or wearing normal day to day clothing as you were going to work?

When we are able to go out again this is the perfect dress for brunch, shopping, or just running around it’s so put together but would be great with sandals too!

Quarantine Tie-Dye

Happy Wednesday friends!

I hope you’re hanging in there with all of this going on! Here is FL the state is slowly opening in Phase 1 but we are still doing as much as we can by staying home and only going out for essentials.

Needless to say I’ve been spending a lot of time in my lounge wear and have jumped on the tie-dye train and purchased some pieces to lounge around and work from home in! I’ve been loving these pullovers from American Eagle as well as several pairs of their comfy shorts from Aerie as well! They have had some great sales going on and amazing pieces for this season, highly recommend checking them out!

Being at home I’ve also starting shooting some in my apartment since we are all at home right now. I also wanted to share one of the tie-dye pieces that I’ve purchased recently and check in with y’all and see how you’re doing! Let me know below!

Loving Lavender-Talking Spring & Easter

Happy April Everyone!

I’m one week three of working from home, how about you? How are you doing with the current situation right now? I took a poll over on my Instagram over the weekend and the majority of you said you weren’t shopping but were still browsing and wanted to see new things! Y’all also said you wanted to see move spring fashion as well! Although we might be stuck inside for Easter this year I wanted to share what I was planning on wearing next Sunday!

You know I love pastels and I’ve been loving lavender recently! I grabbed this Gal Meets Glam dress last year on sale and thought it would be perfect for Easter and spring festivities, unfortunately didn’t know what was coming for us this year, but hey let’s make the most of it, still dress up, still make a nice brunch, and celebrate Easter!

I’m planning on cooking brunch and doing a little something for Travis since we do baskets for each other usually for Easter, it’s a tradition in my family! I’ll still be dressing up and possibly wearing this dress!

What are you all going to do for Easter, how are you going to celebrate this year?

PC: Kate Kelley Collection

Spring Season

Happy Almost First Day of Spring!

This week I’m breaking out the spring and Easter decor for the apartment as well as doing some spring cleaning! My last visit home my mom and I stopped into one of my favorite HomeGoods locations and found some super cute pieces for Easter season! I’ll definitely be sharing these with you on Instagram! Can’t recommend HomeGoods and TJ Maxx enough for spring decor and items for a Spring refresh on your home!

My Spring refresh will definitely consist of a closet clean out along with a whole apartment clean out and organizing frenzy! It’s so good to clean out everything and start fresh, especially with all the things we accumulated during our wedding and after this will help us start a new!

Do you spring clean your home every year? If so what all do you do?!

PC: Kate Kelley Collection

Spring Shoes & Accessories Must Haves-Featuring Vionic Shoes

Happy Wednesday Babes!

Last week we talking about spring fashion and some trends that are huge for spring. This week I want to share some ways I accessorize for spring and my go to accessories for spring!

Being a Florida girl I love my sandals not just for Spring and Summer but year round! I’ve been obsessed with these Gold Kirra Perf Sandals from Vionic since I received them! They are super comfortable and provide actual support to the arch of the foot and are super well made! I highly recommend checking them out for comfortable and stylish shoes!

Also with sandals I love a few other keys accessories for spring; I love headbands, statement earrings, and bags! Especially for spring I’m living for the clear bag trend still along with a good white bag, making any look more spring! Headbands have been all the rage for the last several months and spring is no exception, Amazon has tons of great affordable ones! Y’all know I love my statement earrings and Kate Spade have some of my favorites for this time of year!

What are your must have spring accessories? Let me know below!

PC: Kate Kelley Collection