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Boho Denim & Lingerie Loft Photo Shoot + My Reflections

By Esperanza on January 17, 2023

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I asked my fiance Schyler to shoot a few lingerie photos for me in our Pittsburgh loft apartment just before we moved. I’m turning 30 next year and we plan to start our family very soon which made me realize that I had never captured myself/my body in this way before. I guess I always felt too embarrassed to take “sexy” photos like these, thinking I would look like I was trying to get attention, or maybe it’s the traditional Catholic values I was raised with that made me feel too ashamed to pose for photos like these. But over the years I’ve learned so much and grown a lot and I am very proud of the strong, independent, (yet very sensitive), and yes BEAUTIFUL woman that I am today and that deserves to be celebrated!

Our 2022 Christmas Photos At Home

By Esperanza on December 24, 2022

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Merry Christmas! We snapped these Christmas photos at home before the apartment was turned upside down with the whole moving process. If you missed my last blog post, (linked here) I revealed that we are moving to Las Vegas in the new year! We knew we were moving a little before I made the announcement so we shot our Christmas photos early while all of our decorations and furniture arrangements were still intact. In reality the loft is half empty and most of our things are in boxes already which seems a little sad for the holiday but I don’t even care because I am so excited for the new move!

My Life | My Style

Life Update: We’re Moving To Las Vegas & Our 2023 Goals

By Esperanza on December 19, 2022

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I thought it was about time to share another life update on here with you guys and just in time because we finally decided to move forward on something we have been talking about for over a year now… we are moving to Las Vegas! I know it seems kind of sudden, but we have been deliberating this move for months now and for so many reasons so I thought I would spill the details in this blog post! Although it’s the holidays and the next few weeks are going to be crazy, it will be so worth it and we can’t wait to “put down roots” there.

Holidays | My Style

5 Chic Holiday/Christmas Outfit Ideas

By Esperanza on December 11, 2022

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I shared some outfit inspiration for Thanksgiving so I thought I would share some outfit ideas for any of your holiday/Christmas celebrations this year! These looks are all very chic, some on the dressier side, a few on the more casual side, and easy to re-create. The pieces in these outfits are a mix of thrifted, vintage, and name brand sustainable finds. I’ve linked the exact and similar pieces below each look! I hope you guys find these posts helpful, hopefully they will inspire your party looks this holiday season.

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Our Boho Christmas Decorated Apartment 2022

By Esperanza on December 9, 2022

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I can’t believe this will be our 3rd holiday season in our little Pittsburgh loft apartment! Time just flew by but especially this year. I’m finally getting this blog post up, a little later than I’d hoped, but I loved how the Christmas decorated apartment looked and really wanted to share it with you guys! I decided to switch everything up this year and the simple changes make such a big difference. I’m sharing links to similar Christmas and apartment decor throughout the post too!

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6 Chic Outfit Ideas For Thanksgiving

By Esperanza on November 21, 2022

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I had so much fun styling these looks for my other social media channels so I thought I would share them on the blog with links for those of you that are looking for outfit inspiration for your Thanksgiving celebrations this year! These looks are super chic, classic, and comfortable which are always requirements in my book. I’ve included everything from girly looks to sporty chic and casual! I hope you guys enjoy these outfit ideas and I hope that they are the inspiration you are looking for this holiday season. These looks would even look cute for Christmas or just fall looks in general!

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Holiday Gift Guide For Her 2022

By Esperanza on November 18, 2022

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I love working on style guides and gift guides, probably because they are really just personal wish lists of things I love and want lol! I’ve rounded up some stylish and fun finds that would make great gifts for “her” this holiday season. I’ve included everything from fashion accessories to pretty home decor finds (so adult!) for anyone on “her” on your list like your sister, mother, cousin, to a partner or even a friend! These items range in price so there is something for any budget whether you want to splurge on an amazing jacket or gift something reasonably priced like a belt or sunglasses (also great for stocking stuffers!). I hope you guys enjoy this roundup and happy holidays!

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Holiday Gift Guide For Him 2022

By Esperanza on November 17, 2022

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If you are unsure of what to get the “him” in your life this holiday season then look no further, I’ve rounded up some practical and very stylish finds for anyone on your list from your brother, father, cousin, to a partner or even a friend! These items range in price so there is something for any budget whether you want to splurge on an amazing jacket or gift something reasonably priced like a wallet or a beanie (also great for stocking stuffers!). I hope you guys enjoy this roundup and happy holidays!

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Neutral Christmas Decor Finds From Target

By Esperanza on November 16, 2022

It’s that time of the year guys! I’m still enjoying my fall decor but plan on beginning the Christmas decorating process later this week. I usually wait until the day after Thanksgiving to decorate but this year I wanted to get an early start. I’ve seen so many cute Christmas decor finds on my weekly Target runs and a lot of my decor is from there so I thought I would do a roundup for you guys! These finds are very neutral + simple but also fit perfectly into the boho aesthetic which I love. I hope you guys enjoy this roundup and happy holidays!

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Fall Photos At Highland Park In Pittsburgh

By Esperanza on November 3, 2022

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Fall is in full peak here in Pittsburgh with a kaleidoscope of autumnal colors everywhere! We live very close to Highland Park in Pittsburgh’s East End so we decided to head there to take a few fall photos this season. The trees looked so beautiful and made the perfect backdrop for our little photo session. My boys looked so handsome and Schyler took some cute shots of just Indio and mommy too!