The Teacher Diva

How I use eBay to Shop for Luxury Handbags

You guys know better than anyone that I like to spend time researching handbags before making a new purchase. It's very rare that I will go into the store and purchase a brand new designer bag. Instead, I've come to enjoy the process of searching the web for the best vintage or pre-loved handbags at a better price. But with that, comes a little extra work on your end — researching and verifying authenticity just to name a few. But thanks to eBay, who recently launched eBay Authenticate, this makes shopping for pre-loved luxury handbags easy and allows you to buy with total confidence knowing your bag is 100% authentic. This is huge! ...

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Linen Short Suit

Happy almost Friday, friends! Many of you know we just got back from a week at the beach with the Robertson crew this past Sunday and boy was I in need of a little digital detox. Might sound intimidating but honestly, it was amazing to have zero screen time for 2 days and take a break from social media. How often do you unplug?  I am considering writing a little post about my detox experience and if you have any suggestions, let us know below and I'll add them in the blog post! During our trip to 30A, I wore this linen suit blazer & shorts and it was easily one of my favorite outfits from the week. Linen is such a quintessential fabric for summer and this little linen set is easy to wear and the neutral color makes it versatile to mix different tops underneath. I know linen can get a bad rap for getting *very* wrinkled and yeah, I was a little hesitant traveling with this set. But one tip I've picked up over the years is to hang up your clothes as soon as you can. Another thing we do is when we shower, I hang the clothes up in the bathroom and the steam ...

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My Drink of Choice for Summer

There's nothing I love more during this season than relaxing on a nice patio enjoying a chilled glass of rosé. It’s crisp, light, and refreshing, especially during these hot summer days. Recognized for their black bow on the label (you know I love good branding), Chloe Wine Collection introduced its Central Coast Rosé nationwide in 2017. This wine is light and crisp, which is how I always prefer my rosé, and it offers delicate notes of fresh strawberries, raspberries, and watermelon. Pretty much everything I want in my summer drink. ...

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What to wear to a Summer Wedding

After this weekend's wedding festivities, I had a few DMs asking about what to wear to a summer wedding. 'Tis the season, right? Austin and I love weddings. The dancing, sentimental moments, delicious food and getting dressed up, all make for a memorable evening! But with these events, come finding the perfect dress. We all know the list of do's and don't for summer wedding attire, but it seems lately dress codes have become a little more flexible. That still doesn't downplay the task of finding the perfect dress though! Below, I sourced the interwebs for the best options for outside weddings, black tie, and cocktail. ...

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White Dresses for Summer under $150

You guys know a white dress is one of my favorite options for summer. You can dress it up with heels or keep it casual with a pair of flat sandals. Not to mention, it doesn't hurt when you have a little bit of that summertime glow. ...

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5 Mini Bags for Summer 2018

This season has brought with it an exceptional crop of lust-worthy bags. From backpacks (this one is such a good price) and bucket bags to crossbodys, there’s plenty of options. In particular with mini bags.  ...

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Holiday Weekend

Happy Memorial Day, friends! We hope you all enjoy this holiday weekend with your family or loved ones. And to the heroes who have served and are currently serving our country, we can't thank you enough. We hope you all have a safe and fun Memorial Day! xx Ashley  ...

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The Best Summer Basics on Sale

You guys know I love a good basic. Whether it's a white blouse you will wear over and over again or a great fitting jean, I am all for it. And this weekend I'm sharing with you my favorite basic pieces for summer, all on sale.  ...

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SALE ALERT: Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale

Happy Thursday, friends! I wanted to drop in and share an exciting sale opportunity from Nordstrom. It's that time of year for the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale where you can save up to 40% on current trends and designer finds (including my floral top from Rebecca Taylor). See my sale picks below!  ...

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Summer Workwear under $150

I can still remember feeling grateful that as a teacher we had summers off, mainly because dressing for work in the summer can be tricky. Even warm spring or early fall days in Texas meant getting creative with what I wore to school. (If you live in the South, you know what I'm talking about!) And even though I no longer have to go into a traditional setting, I do have business-related work year-round and the need for summer work wear. ...

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