Une Belle Journee

Every morning when I wake up, I spend 10- 15 mins meditating and at the end I set an intention. I intend to have a beautiful day filled with beautiful people and experiences. It's a saying I picked up from Abraham Hicks and I love it because it sets me up to go out into the world seeking that experience. So no matter what happens, I'm on the look out for beautiful people and experiences.

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I've learned that getting up on the right side of the bed is a choice. In fact, everything in my life is a choice. I may not always be aware that I'm choosing it, but if it's present in my experience, it's by choice. When you operate from that mindset and understanding, it is very powerful. I'm learning all about this and the power of our minds and thoughts with Brooke Castillo of the Life Coach School. I found her last summer. Did the program for a few months, felt overwhelmed and stopped. A few weeks ago I had the thought, 'I'd really like to look after my mental health, and what Brooke teaches is going to give me the support I need.' Starting in June, I'm back in the program and so excited! If this is resonating with you at all, I can't recommend Brooke's podcast enough. Go take a walk, listen to an episode (or two!) and have a beautiful day. xx

Eco Outfit Details

LEATHER JACKET The Sway NYC #upcycled

CROPEPD SWEATSHIRT Bon Label (gifted) #ethical #sustaianblefabric

DISTRESSED JEANS Current Elliot #madeinUSA

CORK LEATHER CLUTCH Manny + Blinn (sponsored) #vegan #ethicallymade

Many thanks to Manny + Blinn for sponsoring this post. They make incredible cork leather products which if you haven't felt the smooth awesomeness of cork leather, now is the time. 

Photos by Cole Buckhart in downtown Jackson Hole, WY. Yeeehaaah! 

Beneffect

Those who know me well, know that I love to make up words and then casually use them in everyday conversation. One of my all time favorites is 'hometel' which can be defined as a hotel you stay at so frequently and align with the aesthetic enough that it feels like your home... home + hotel. 

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My newest invention is beneffect! It defines an unplanned side effect of something that has a positive effect. Beneficial side effect = beneffect. :) This little nugget makes itself known in many ways, and recently I felt its relevance when thinking about money and value. If we approach money as a beneffect of creating value in the world our focus and motivation is coming from a deeper and truer place. I'll admit this is a new approach for me, and I'm interested to see what manifests from this mindset. Never underestimate the power of a beneffect. 

Eco Outfit Details

SHEER RUBY CHECKERED DRESS Marni via Rent the Runway #sharedfashion 

LEATHER TIE BELT #upcycledleather #secondlifecycle #secondhand 

QUILTED CROSSBODY BAG Stella McCartney #vegan #fauxleather 

BOOTS #vegan 

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Photos by the multi-talented Cole Buckhart. 

Living Magic

Do you listen to the podcast How I Built This? When I'm roadtrippin', I just let the episodes flow from one to the next. I love hearing the inspiring stories of how people followed their passions and their drive to create something of value- not only to themselves but to many others. And the host, Guy Raz, always asks one final question of his accomplished guests: 'How much do you attribute your success to hard work and to luck?' 

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Most of them say it's a combination of both. That feels about right. But what I want to shed light on is the idea that Source is always bringing us what we want. Aligning the cooperative components to set us up for what we desire to experience and create. If we are a vibrational match, 'things just fall into place', which feels like luck. I call it magic. Magical moments are eagerly waiting to burst on the scene with stardust and rainbows in their wake! Well, not really, but they are ever ready, because Source is also ever ready to accommodate us- if we allow it.

I'm still adjusting the training wheels on this concept, though I have seen it working in my own life. There is living magic all around us and when we tune into it with higher vibrations and thoughts shit happens. Amazing, seemingly crazy coincidences, awesome introductions, gut nudges at the right time, etc all flow effortlessly. It really is, well... magical. 

Eco Outfit Details

FAUX SHEARLING COAT Gerard Darel (similar to one shown) #vegan 

LEATHER JACKET Free People #vegan

SWEATER TOP Elizabeth & James #naturalfibers 

JEANS Paige Denim #madeinUSA

OVER THE KNEE BOOTS #vegan

Many thanks to Penny Lane Cooperative in Jackson Hole for supporting this shoot with their super hip wares! 

Shout out to Seth Hughes who hit me up on Instagram to co-create this incredible content together while he was back in town.

Thank you to Gabe and Marie for coordinating to have us shoot at this beautiful location with these special horses. xx

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Snow Skirt

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Eco Outfit Details

CASHMERE TURTLENECK #naturalfibers

QUILTED SKIRT Nohmii #ethicallymade #madeinUSA

LEATHER JACKET (similar to one shown) #vegan

BOOTS (similar to those shown) #vegan

In a ski resort town such as Jackson, we're pretty familiar with the term 'snow skirt.' Only, we're usually talking about that bit of extra fabric that cinches tight underneath your ski jacket to keep the powder from pushing up underneath. Yet, the snow skirt I'm talking about is the nifty thing you see me sporting in this post. Nohmii's quilted skirt is not only stylish, it's your best friend on a cold day in ski country. Like a puffy for your legs, it truly is a wonderful winter staple. 

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Thanks to Nohmii for sponsoring this post, and to Cole Buckhart for the beautiful photos. 

Call Me Cowgirl

Sometimes you need to go back to your roots. Mine are of a certain western flair beneath the breathtaking mountains known as the Grand Tetons in a little town called Jackson Hole, WY. Growing up I knew this place was special, and I knew I would need to spread my wings and travel elsewhere to experience the diverse and wondrous people and places this planet has to offer. Yet, coming back home always feels so good. The beauty hits you straight away, but I think it is the people and undercurrent of respect we all hold for this place that really makes it unique. 

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Speaking of good people, I connected with SF transplant Cole Buckhart (with a name like that you HAVE to live in Wyoming!) and we decided to do a casual shoot to capture some of the Jackson vibe. The great thing about Jackson is that although it is a ski resort town, and a tax haven for many a millionaire, it is Country! Cowboy hats, duck tape keeping down jackets in tact, and boots fit for swing dancing are de rigueur 'round these parts. 

This post is a little different than what you normally see from me, but it is a part of who I truly am and am proud to always be... a Wyoming girl. 

Eco Outfit Details

COWBOY HAT, borrowed from a friend

LEATHER JACKET, The Sway NYC #upcycled

TOP, Nightcap Clothing #conscious #naturalfibers #secondhand

BELT, Retro Luxe London #reclaimedleather

MIDI WRAP SKIRT, Amour Vert #madeinUSA #naturalfibers 

Photos by Cole Buckhart, shot in Jackson Hole, WY.