My Summer Essentials with Wheat Thins Popped Chips

With a new baby at home my must haves for the beach and day trips have changed slightly. No longer am I only packing for myself but I am making sure that my little man has all his needs met as well. My personal Summer essentials are still pretty much the same, with one goal in mind, keep my pale skin protected from the Sun and keep a snack on hand because Mama is always hungry these days. Add those to a stylin’ diaper bag and Voila! you have my Summer Beach Bag essentials!

Let's Gang Up on my Husband in the Name of Kate Spade

So for anyone who keeps track of Kate Spade and the ever amazing 75% off sales every so often, there is a handbag that I have had my eye on for quite some time and it has finally made it to the sale side slash the Mama has a chance side! The beauty I have been eye-balling is the Waverly Street Drew in "Vintage Luggage". Isn't she beautiful?!

Outfit Post: Super Bowl Sunday Dress Down

Super Bowl Sunday is one of those special days each year where we as Americans do our darndest to make the yummiest food that's the worst for you and all tune in to watch commercials er rather a football game together. There is not need to look fabulous. There is no need to dress up but that doesn't mean you can't pull together a casual cool. I cooked* most of Sunday for a party we were going to so didn't really have the time to pull together Super Bowl Chic, but rather I dressed it down for a drive to New Hampshire. You'll probably remember this flannel from a previous DIY and was featured on Boston.com's DIY's to Try in 2013, so naturally I am pretty proud to rock it again. Check out the rest of my look after the jump.

Holiday Outfit Idea [Guest Post]

Whether it’s your first time with your boyfriend’s family for the holidays or just another party with your family, you definitely want to look stylish and festive for whatever occasion you are celebrating this winter. Here’s an outfit that can take you from one party to the next while still being comfortable and appropriate.

Kate Spade Sprinkles Wristlet, Tory Birch Jeweled Eddie Flat, Banana Republic Striped Knit Cowl, J. Crew City Mini in Dublin Tartan, Baublebar Emerald Taylor Bib, J. Crew Factory Stretch Pinball Bracelet

*Lauren from Pretty Pieces is a 24 year old technology journalist based in the Boston area who likes to blog for fun about fashion, shopping and bargain hunting. I love preppy styles, being from New England, but I can also rock a New York City black on black outfit. I'm mildly obsessed with Tory Burch flats and I'm a big sucker for sale items and outlet stores.

In my spare time, aside from blogging, I can be found cheering on the New England Patriots, eating way too many cheese products and fawning over golden retrievers.

Today I Fancy [Guest Post]

*Hi guys! I recently have been asking for help from my fellow bloggers to get me through the through the home stretch to this dang wedding and also to inject a little different sass into Prim and Propah. Here is the second one from my girl Gabi, check it!

Hi everyone!  My name is Gabriella, but you can call me Gabi for short. I blog over on Kneadle & Bread about fashion, baking, photography, and all other kinds of awesome things.  I have to say that I am absolutely thrilled to be blogging for Amanda today while she’s busy preparing to get married!  Is everyone else as excited to see these wedding photos as I am?!

Well, to hopefully keep you entertained while she’s away, I thought I would share a “Today I Fancy” post with you.  This is a series I host on K&B where I feature the items I’m “fancying” each week.  This week, it’s Kate Spade.  Do I even need to explain all of the obvious reasons why?  Probably not, but I’m going to anyways.

First of all, look at this color pairing!  How fantastic is this pink/red combination?  Well, otherwise known as “vivid snapdragon” and “maraschino.”  Simply adorable, am I right?  I feel like it was just a few years ago when most women refused to mix and match pink and red, yet here they are, looking as fabulous as ever.

Second, the fit and flare of this Striped Carolyn Dress has me totally crushing on it.  Can one even crush on a piece of clothing?  I’m going to go with a strong yes.  But wait, it gets better.  Aside from having a totally awesome shape, this dress has pockets.  You heard me, pockets.  I have been known to purchase dresses based on their pocket status.  These dresses always get a yes from me.

Next, this bag.  Period.  If you’re looking for a fun tote for fall, this Boutique Striped Small Harmony bag is, without a doubt, calling your name.  The striped bag is available in black and white, but I say be a little daring and try out the pink and red.  Pair it with your favorite black skinnies, wedges, and a classic white oxford.  It’s all about the statement piece, my friends.

How will you work the pink and red trend into your fall wardrobe?