Hi Friends! I’m Natalie Mason. I live in Charleston, SC and I am mom to Sterling 12 , Frances Moon 8 and our mini golden doodle Dolly.

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Obsessions

Apr 24, 2013

{SPLENDID MAGNOLIA STRAPLESS DRESS}

As I mentioned in my post yesterday Saks is currently having their Friends and Family Event and almost everything is 25% with code FRNFAM2.  I ordered this dress and can’t wait til she gets here.  I am obessed with the color combo.  It will be the perfect easy Summer Dress.  Splendid has become my go-to brand for cute affordable dresses lately.

{ZARA PRINTED SHIFT DRESS}

I have to thank Liz for fueling my shopping addiction.  I want to buy everything she wears.  Girl has mad style.  This is my latest score.   Tall people be warned it is short but with flats I think it is ok on me.  Absolutely love the pattern and shape.

 

{SHAWLSMITH LONDON POPPY DIGITAL SCARF}

The girls at Shawlsmith were sweet enough to send me this scarf and let me tell you I am obsessed with it.  The colors are amazing.  I have been rocking it daily.  It is the perfect lightweight scarf for Spring and it is big enough to wear as a sarong come Summer!  Mine is the Marigold-Aqua color.


 {JENNIFER ZEUNER HORIZNTAL CROSS NECKLACE}

I have been lusting after this necklace for like a year now and my parents surprised me with it for my Birthday.  I have worn it everyday since it got it.  It is the perfect everyday necklace and great for layering.  I just love it.  You can kind of see it in the picture above with the scarf.

{AEROLATTE FROTHER}

This is the most genius invention ever.  You froth your milk and make cappucinos and lattes at home.  After seeing my friend Katie whip this out and make the most delish coffee ever I knew I needed one.  I stalked down two Williams Sonoma stores and they were of course both sold out but I found it online for cheaper anyways.  Highly recommend!

{LIFE LESSONS}

Love these life lessons.  So very true.

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Obsessions

Jul 24, 2012

RACHEL PALLY KAI MAXI DRESS

I am in love with this new Rachel Pally maxi dress.  The color is pure perfection.  You could easily wear this thru Fall.  I own several Rachel Pally pieces and they are so soft and comfortable. 

CHANEL TRAY

I am pretty sure I need one of these in my house.

BB DAKOTA MAYA LARIAT CARDIGAN

I know it is hot as heck outside but that is precisely why I am dreaming of fall.  I like to start buying fall things now because the good stuff always sells out fast,  as I am sure this cardigan will.  For the price it is a steal.  It would look so good with skinny jeans, a white tee, and knee high boots.  It even looks cute on the model over a summer dress.

BRASS HEADBOARD

Love this headboard!  Really love the look of the whole room.



SPARKED AGATE BIB NECKLACE

I am supposed to be on a necklace buying hiatus but this necklace keeps haunting me.  I have seen it in person and it is even more gorgeous than the pictures show.  Such a great statement necklace for only $58.  Comes in mint or coral, but how do I even decide between both great colors!  Leaning towards the mint though…..

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Obsessions

Apr 24, 2012

MARYSIA SWIM

 I am smitten with every single swimsuit in Marysia’s swim line. They look like they would be so flattering. These are top on my list of must buy bikinis for this summer

{St. Tropez Ruffle Bikini, Acapulco Bikini}

SHISEIDO THE SKINCARE PURIFYING FACE WASH

 I used to be very loyal to my Purpose face wash until my mom gave me a bottle of this Shiseido face wash recently. Now I will never use any other face wash. It foams up and lathers really well- I hate face washes that do not lather because I feel like they don’t get your face clean. This smells heavenly and a tiny squirt goes a long way. It removed all my make-up and made my skin so soft. I highly recommend!

HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 ABALONE SUNBURST NECKLACE

My grandfather gave me this necklace while I was home as a belated birthday gift ( and yes my mom helped him in picking it out). I love it so much. I have been wearing it nonstop. You might have noticed it with my Ann Taylor Dress.   It goes with everything!

GAP CREWNECK TEE DRESS

 I think this might be the perfect summer dress. Soft, comfortable, stylish, and affordable!  It comes in many different colors but my two favorites are the stripes and the neon pink. Thinking I am going to splurge for both!
{Stripped Crewneck Dress, Neon Pink Crewneck Dress}

PALERMOS SPINACH AND GOAT CHEESE PIZZA

Normally I am not a frozen pizza girl. Don’t get me wrong I love pizza but the frozen one’s are usually pretty disappointing. I tried this pizza at my parents house and loved it. It had great flavors and the spinach and goat cheese were the perfect light combination. This is one frozen pizza I will be buying.

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Obsessions

Jan 24, 2012

THIS DRESS.
I saw it on Pinterest. Someone please tell me where I can find it. When I click on the link it takes me nowhere. I really want this dress for the Summer!



PHILLIP JEFFERIES METALLIC GRASSCLOTH WALLPAPER
I love this wallpaper, like alot. I would love do a silver or gold one in our next nursery (nope not pregnant so don’t read into it). This wallpaper comes in 22 different colors that are oh so pretty.


KALE
Yep it’s official I am hooked on this superfood. Here are three of my current favorite ways to enjoy it.
{Fresh Pressed Green Juice, Kale Chips, Kale and Lentil Salad}




KARTELL KIDS LOU LOU GHOST CHAIR
I love these chairs in a big way. I am asking for two of the light blue one’s for Sterling’s birthday gift. I think they will be adorable at his little white table where he sits and colors.



TORY BURCH CLOVER NECKLACE
I love the detail on this necklace. I feel like it could be worn everyday dressed up or down! My girl Tory never disappoints!

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Obsessions

May 24, 2011

Happy Happy Tuesday! Here are my obsessions this week!

HOUSE BEAUTIFUL
This magazine never disappoints. I am always so excited to see this baby in my mailbox. Just got my new issue and it is fabulous. I love how they have a cooking section with recipes and reviews of cookbooks on top of all the gorgeous interiors.



KATHY LEE AND HODA
I love the third hour of the Today show. Kathy Lee and Hoda trip me out and I love that they are always drinking in the am!

NEUTROGENA MAKE-UP REMOVER WIPES
These are genius. So much easier than using eye make-up remover. They really do get all your make-up off and I don’t feel like they dry out my skin too much.

SEE BY CHLOE
This is starting to be one of my new favorite clothing lines. I think Stella McCartney is one talented designer!



SOUR JELLY BEANS
I have been on a real kick lately with sour jelly bellies. I can’t stop eating them! I am not a huge candy person at all but I have a weakness for sour candy.



FERRARI CARANO CHARDONNAY
This wine is my new jam. It is so smooth and tasty. I think it is the perfect summer wine. And for all my wine lover friends they do sell this at Costco, it is $16.99 a bottle.


On another note, anyone watch the Bachelorette last night? I am not a huge fan of Ashley but I love all the Bachelor Bachelorette shows. A few things disturbed me:

This guy, anyone else think it was weird he wore a mask the whoie time?


Bently, he seemed like a total tool. All he talked about the whole time was how he wished Emily would have been the Bachelorette. I am sure he is going to bring us drama this season.

and my favorite, the drunk guy who passed out. He tripped me out and I loved that his job was an alcohol distributor, so fitting!



I think this season will be pretty entertaining from what we started with. Any other lovers of this show?

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  1. BIG fan of the make-up wipes! I'm pretty pumped to watch the bachelorette as well!

  2. Laur says:

    oh my gosh, I am not a fan of Ashley either, but I laughed so hard at those guys last night! I cannot believe that one passed out, and the guy with the mask…what the heck? I swear they have to keep him around to see what's under there, otherwise, I would think she would be like, see ya later weirdo!

  3. Jill says:

    I just started a subscription to house beautiful!! I am usually on the tread mill watching Hooda and Kathie and I love that they always have a cocktail in hand at 10 am

  4. megan says:

    I love those make up removed cloths, too! Not too greasy, not too dry. I was a little disappointed with the guys last night on Bach. No one really stuck out to me!

  5. Those makeover remover wipes are my favorite thing in the world!!! I don't go anywhere without them. And Kathy Lee and Hoda are my favorite too, I love when I'm home late enough to watch!

  6. I just started to get House Beautiful and I am absolutely loving it!

    xo

  7. Christina says:

    Kathy Lee and Hoda crack me up too. My friend said they were making FRICKLES last friday! Crazy!

  8. I love your list of obsessions! My day is always better if I get to watch Kathie Lee & Hoda in the morning -they are a trip! I didn't get a chance to watch the Bachelorette last night, so I can't wait to find it online & catch up on it today!

  9. OMG, I always end up getting sucked back into the Bach! This season will be no exception! Already SO annoyed by Bentley…I'm sad she sent John home…she should have kept him instead of the B'ster. Hmmm!

  10. My brother is a sales rep for Ferrari Carano! I can say right away that this is great wine from a great company who lives and breaths what they do. From the vine to the bottle the company carefully oversees every step. They are amazing.

    The wine can be a bit expensive but it's worth every penny!

  11. caycee says:

    Ha! I love you girl! The Bachelorette comments had be rolling, i was thinking the same thing about all three of those douche bags ;)Cant wait to see you this week!!!

  12. I love everything about this post!

    -Love House Beautiful
    -Love Kathie Lee and Hoda
    -Also, the Bachelorette—Ashley gets on my nerves but last night did not disappoint!

  13. Taylor says:

    I love watching Kathy Lee & Hoda! One of my favorite morning activities. Jack Black today was cracking me up. And even though I'm not super excited to watch Ashley, I know I'll be watching every single episode!!

  14. I'm obsessed with those makeup wipes. You have to try the nighttime ones that smell lightly of lavender.

  15. HA! I don't watch The Bachelor but maybe I should… And Kathy Lee and Hoda crack me up too 🙂

  16. Michaela says:

    Such a funny show last night…Bentley is terrible! I can't believe he keeps talking about Emily. Did you see the previews for the rest of the season? He's a tool- you're right. But Ashley's dress was seriously stunning.

    I'm also obsessed with House Beautiful!

  17. Those make-up wipes are the best! I caught parts of the Bachelorette…I can't believe that guy got drunk and passed out…that's a tough way to make your television debut! What is up with that mask??

  18. I'm totally loving that Chloe line…it is just so *fun*…I'm with you, Stella is one talented gal (c: I can never get around jelly bellies…I always eat waaaaaay too many of those little buggers!

  19. Great list — I like the Bachelor shows…but now wait until they get down to the final 6-7. I did see the 'This season, on the bachelorette' teaser…and it looks like 'the most dramatic season evah!' 😉

  20. Hey! I'm a new follower and you had me at the Ferrari! That is one of my favs too! A bartender recommended it to me in the fall and I've been hooked ever since! World Market sells it pretty cheap too! Happy Drinking!

  21. Alicia xoxxo says:

    I love House Beautiful! I just subscribed a couple of months ago and I am so glad that I did!!!
    I wasn't that excited about the Bachelorette, but of course I watched! I actually thought it was pretty good! Bentley creeps me out! I wish she would have gotten rid of him the first night!
    I have never been a jelly bean fan, but for some reason I have been craving sour candy since I got pregnant! I love love love sour Jelly Belly's!!! I keep a secret stash of them in the house. Although, I dont know why it is secret, I am the only one that eats them!!!
    I will have to try that Chardonnay soon!! 6 more weeks!

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