Wedding Diaries {Beautiful Moments}

*Images via A House In The Hill

I stumbled upon these photos and literally fell in love. And, if you want to see a beautiful video capturing all the intimate moments of this couples big day, click here and you will die when you watch this. 

How cute are they?!

Weekend Countdown

*Image via here

I don't know about you, but I find the week leading up to a long weekend is taxing and busier than ever. I'm on the road this week for work and jetting around, which is making it difficult for me to post this week, but I promise I will be sharing some fun updates after the long weekend. I am heading to the Cape for some much need r&r {yes, even though it won't exactly be beach weather, we are leaving the city}. I promise to have a full recap of our weekend as well as pics to share when we return {follow me on Instagram - I will be snapping pics throughout the weekend - @amodlife}

If time will allow, you might see me popping up another post before I hibernate on Friday, but if not, have a fab weekend and I'll see you back here next week. Perhaps with a wedding update

{things are slow moving on that front, but there is some progress being made and I hope to have some exciting news to report soon- keeping you in suspense}! 

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Gap finds {mostly under $50}

boyfriend shorts / neutral clutch / printed tunic / sweatshirt dress / 

shrunken boyfriend shirt / khaki skimmers / neutral sandals 

Wedding Diaries {Invitations}

*Images my own

I've been a fan of Minted for a long time and lately I've spent some extra time on their site scrolling through the many wedding invitation options. I was surprised and delighted to see their new suite of letterpress invitations and even more excited at thought of ordering a sampling - which I did immediately. My little package of sample invites arrived this weekend and I was impressed. The quality and overall texture and even the options were beyond what I had expected. While I still have many details to figure out before I can jump to ordering invites, I will say that I think invitations will be an easy choice. 

* Note, for all you brides-to-be, for a limited time, you can order a free sample kit here. 

Current Obsession

Images via Emerson Fry 

I finally pulled the trigger on this piece from the current Emerson Fry collection, which I am completely obsessed with. I held off on purchasing it when the Spring/Summer line was first released and when it sold out I thought I had lost my chance. Lucky for me it was restocked and I received an email update this week letting me know. Well this time I didn't delay and I ordered it immediately! I love it even more in person and think it will be a go-to wardrobe staple this summer {the pants are to die for and I had to refrain from purchasing them}. 

Style Series: Two Looks {patterned pants}

Patterned Pants: 2 Looks by A Modest Life

J.Crew top / Sleeveless top, / J.Crew j crew jacket / Zara patterned pants / Zara ankle strap sandals / 

 Zara metallic shoes / Tory Burch handbag / Fiorelli canvas tote / J.Crew necklace / Banana Republic scarf  / 

                                                                                           Maui Jim sunglasses

Hello Beautiful!

*Images via the Lark Hotel

When I plan a vacation I love to seek out a boutique hotel or a smaller hotel with local charm. There is nothing better than arriving to a room and loving the overall vibe and aesthetic. I came across the Lark Hotel Group as I was looking to plan a local weekend getaway and was amazed to find what I will call Jonathan Adler meets seaside chic. The properties managed by this hotel group are beyond stunning. The hardest part will be deciding which one to visit first! My vote is for Newport and Nantucket {the rooms featured above} given it would make for an easy trip. They hit a home room with the design of the rooms and I can't wait to hopefully give a firsthand report of my stay in the coming months.

You can check out all of their properties here. 

Room Inspiration: The Lark Hotel Group by A Modest Life 

Skyline Furniture Tufted Upholstered Headboard / Rugs / beach finds Sea glass turquoise aqua seaglass modern painting... / 

Warm Venice Paisley Outdoor Throw Pillow | World Market / Quatrefoil Mirror / Blue Tea Caddy Lamp / 

Diptyque Candle, West Elm Parsons Side Table