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A guide to recap the four previous boudoir features with takeaways and everything worth keeping in the chamber.

Five looks, a little lace, and the art of revealing just enough. Darlingssss, let's talk wardrobe. Yes, what to wear! By now, we've discussed the experience, the preparation, and the beauty of feeling sexy without needing an audience. But what's a production without a little wardrobe planning? One thing I love about boudoir is that sensuality doesn't have to look one particular way. You can lean into romance, channel your inner vintage vixen, borrow a tie from the boys, or ke

The secret isn't what everyone sees. It's how you feel knowing what's underneath. Let's talk about a little something I like to call Prissy in Private. You know that feeling when you have on a matching bra and panty set beneath your everyday clothes? And I mean a MATCHING set, not the bra you found in the drawer and the panties that were clean enough to make the cut, lol, no. Now, there's absolutely nothing wrong with a sports bra and cotton bloomers-if your headed to pilates

Part II: Five things to consider before stepping in front of the camera. Let's get one thing understood: a boudoir session is not an audition for somebody else's idea of sexy. It's an opportunity to celebrate yourself, and the best place to begin is with what happens before you ever step into the studio. Having experienced three sessions across different seasons of my life, I've learned that preparation goes beyond choosing lingerie and memorizing poses. The experience can be

Part I: Three sessions. Three versions of me. One beautiful reminder not to lose myself along the way Becoming a mom at 25 taught me a thing or two about putting others first. But I did recognize early on that I didn't want to become the mom who got so caught up caring for everyone else that she forgot about herself. We make sacrifices, of course, but at what cost? Sometimes, it's our own sense of identity that gets lost in the shuffle. I've always believed that taking care o

Now maybe I'm crazy but I'm always baffled when people gasp at the mere thought of my joys to travel solo. Not just travel as in jet setting off but something as "small" as the movies or dinner. Yes, it's just ME!! I've always practiced my alone time. It's beyond "I am enough" but to know I don't need a plus one or more to move amongst the world is freeing because well-apparently, not many do it, lol. For something so normal to me gives society a side eye. Now make no mistake

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With nothing to prove and no urgency of feeling rushed. There's a luxury that needs no credit card swipes. It costs a different currency-time. Welcome to an Underrated Luxury called an unhurried life that awaits you.

The appetizer is enough. He hasn't earned the main course yet. Darlings...cuffing season has officially entered the chat or has it? Is it still a thing? And while I am absolutely not opposed to a cozy companionship, a handsome plus one, and the possibility of something beautiful blossoming into the kind of love that makes you wanna stay, for a little while. I have learned a few things about getting smittened along the way. Because sometimes we meet someone we really like and

Don't let bae time become your entire calendar. Darlings...cuffing season has officially entered the chat or has it? Is it still a thing? And while I am absolutely not opposed to cozy companionships, a handsome plus one, and the possibility of something beautiful blossoming into the kind of love that makes you stay, **singing** for a little whiiiile-I have learned a few things about getting smittened along the way. Because sometimes we meet someone we really like and suddenly

Because being interested doesn't mean being available 24/7 Darlings...cuffing season has officially entered the chat or has it? Is it still a thing? Does anyone care to find or be open to love anymore? And while I am absolutely not opposed to a cozy companionship, a handsome plus one, and the possibility of something beautiful blossoming into the kind of love that makes you stay, I have learned a few things about getting smittened along the way. Because sometimes we meet some

High chance of butterflies, possible smittening, and a few things I learned the hard way. Whatever happens-prepare, keep yourself in the forecast. Well, darlings...it's that time of year when the temperatures drop, the heated blankets come out, and suddenly everybody's looking a little more attractive under mood lighting, lol. Everyone's bout tired from running the streets in the Summer where it was always something to do and now it's time to settle in. However, for those of

The Dainty Brew | October Edition Good riddens to Summer because this is where I shine, lol. I absolutely love Fall n the rich warm colors to signal change is near. There, I said it n Imma say it again...and again...and again as I dust off cardigans There’s just something about watching the leaves slowly trade their summer greens for those beautiful shades of orange, yellow, and red that gets me every single time during nature walks. The mornings get a little crisper as the s

A little caffeine, a little history, and three places that keep my cup happily occupied. Editor’s Note | The Espresso Pour Some days call for coffee (or dmn near everyday if your like me). Today simply requires it . ☕️ In honor of National Coffee Day, I thought I’d share three favorite coffee shops that have earned a pretty regular stop in my weekend rendevous known as my Sip Trips. Not because I’m loyal to just one cup, but because a good coffee shop is about more than the c

A playful piece that reminds me of my Grandma and buying what brings me joy.

The Art of the Vase is more than decor but a wink to childhood memories never forgotten.

For the Home Decor lover in you especially if the theme is lemons.

Fall finds, personal notes & things worth putting in your wishlist As much as I hate to put up my toes, my love for Fall runs deep! We get a few peeks of Summer here and there that allow me to keep some sandals in the mix but there's some shoes don't need much convincing regardless of the weather. I spotted the Steve Madden Fonza Mules ($110) during a random peruse through the shoe department last month, tried them on, admired them, and left them sitting pretty on my wishlist

My thoughts on the viral debate on bringing iced coffee to a job interview. Apparently, my workplace tips have been silent far too long and for that-I apologize. It's come to my attention, we have arrived at a moment in workplace history where we need to discuss whether or not you should bring an iced coffee into a job interview. And listen… I have thoughts. First, let me make something perfectly clear: I am not anti-iced coffee. Please. I am writing The Dainty Brew. Coffee i

The season of crisp mornings, lighter electric bills and pours of warmth Darlings. Darlings...come come. Goodbye Summer and Hello, well... Grab your coffee and come sit with me for a quick pour because...Fall has officially entered the chat. And honestly? I’m more than ready. This is where I can get in my bag and come alive. I get inspired by my morning walks and drives along the way where I pay attention to the leaves giving a beautiful ombre shade reminiscent of the sunrise