Spring Forward

Happy spring friends! Today it is 77 and sunny and I couldn't be more pleased. What better time than today to share my spring favorites with you all.  First all of, shoes. Spring shoes cannot be topped and are definitely my favorite.

It's always fun transitioning from winter to spring. From riding boots to cowgirl boots, my go-to brands are Ariat, Corral and Frye. Sandals are one of the best parts of spring. Jack Rogers flat sandals, monogrammed sandals and wedged sandals are top on my list. Tory Burch sandals never go out of style so they are always a great investment. What are your favorites?

Lilly Pulitzer screams spring. The spring collection cannot be topped. This spring there is lots of green and blue and pink, of course! My current favorite print is Mojo, definitely check it out! Below are a few of my favorites. I cannot wait to start wearing elephant ears, sunny side, roar of the jungle and... the new prints coming out soon! 

Spring outfits are not complete without accessories. Gold is perfect for tanned skin and matches almost everything. I've put together a collection of some adorable, perfect for spring accessories. 

Finally, it's that season that some of us hate and the rest love. Happy swimsuit season! Whether you're ready for it or not, the season for swimwear has arrived and personally I could not be more excited. 

Sorry for such a delay in my posts! I am hoping to keep up better in the future! I am heading to Charleston on Thursday for the weekend for another conference for school. I couldn't be more excited to spend the weekend in Charleston and share my fun with you all!

Loving Lilly Pulitzer this spring? Me too! And so will my nieces when they receive these precious dresses as their Easter gifts from their favorite Aunt. 

Hunter is loving this beautiful weather. He uses his bed so he's tall enough to look out of his puppy gate.

XOXO,

Samantha




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Business Cards in the Winter Wonderland

It is currently 33 degrees and snowing in Charlotte. On Wednesday, the city sent out an official state of emergency. So while posting in a winter wonderland, I wanted to share the importance of business cards. But first here are a few pictures from yesterday:

Back to business - business cards are simple, easy, and necessary. Professional networking is important. Whether you have a job now and you're looking for something different or you're searching for your first job... you need business cards. Personal branding is key to success.

Before creating business cards, you should create a LinkedIn page. LinkedIn is a professional networking website for people in professional occupations. It is mainly used for professional networking. LinkedIn allows you to share your education, work experience, and skills. Resumes can also be attached to LinkedIn accounts.

After creating and perfecting your LinkedIn page, choose where to design and order business cards. Vista Print offers 250 business cards for $10. Zazzle is where I ordered my Lilly Pulitzer first impression themed business cards. Zazzle typically offers 15% off and 100% satisfaction guaranteed. My Zazzle business cards arrived in the mail a couple days after ordering them, which is great if you need them quickly! Below are some monogrammed examples of business cards I liked.

My other favorite place to order business cards is Tiny Prints. They offer unique business cards, everything from folded cards, monogrammed cards, photo cards and simple cards. There are also plenty of other places to order business cards online.

You should include in your business cards:

1. Your full name
2. Your professional title or what you're studying
3. Your full address
4. A phone number where you can be reached at all times
5. Your e-mail address
6. Link to your website
7. Link to your LinkedIn account
8. If your social networks are relevant and professional, also include them

Most importantly, carry your business cards with you. You never know when you're going to meet your future boss or meet someone who can link you to your dream job. Also, dress to impress. Approach all people you meet as if they are your future employer. Be professional and don't post things on your social networks you wouldn't want your boss to see or read. Network. Network. Network.