When I chose the name The House Blend for my site it was for the concept of blending the things I’m passionate about into one blog. I knew I would start with my personal style but I also knew I wanted to incorporate men’s fashion as well. Thankfully my hubby is a total model! Would you believe …
One of my favorite things about fashion is finding opportunities to have fun. These pom pom sandals do exactly that! They are so colorful that they go with a lot of things and are always a conversation piece. I often struggle in the summer because I do a lot of traveling and it’s so hot …
I can honestly say I have never been to a more beautiful place than Mallorca, Spain. This island off Spain’s coast is so peaceful and full of beautiful alcoves and beaches with water so clear you can see to the bottom. By the time we made it to Mallorca we had walked ALL OVER Madrid …
So excited that my post Seaside Sights was featured this week on IFB! It’s always an honor to be recognized by other fashionistas :). Please take a moment to check out the other bloggers featured! Links à la Mode, July 21 Aesthetic Distance: What to Wear to a Wedding | A Review of Rent …
On our last day in Barcelona we walked over to Olympic Stadium which is at the top of this hill that overlooks the city. To get to these stairs we already had climbed several stairs and gone up an escalator. We still weren’t at the top. All that walking and climbing was rewarded with …
On our last day in Barcelona we went to Mercat de Santa Caterina in the morning and grabbed some jamón ibérico and cheese and fresh fruit juice (more about the market in my travel guide coming soon). Then we headed over here to the harbor on the Mediterranean Sea for a picnic. It was probably …
When you’re planning a trip there are a ton of details to figure out, not the least of which is how to pack for both comfort and style. While I am certainly stoked that the athleisure trend seems to be here to stay, I personally prefer something a bit less gym-tastic. Especially seeing as the …
I’m so excited to share that The House Blend has been featured on Independent Fashion Bloggers site this week! It’s always nice to be recognized by my fellow fashion bloggers! Thanks to IFB for the support! Links à la Mode, June 16 Aesthetic Distance: Jawbreaker: An Ode to to High School Girl Squad Movies A …
Park Guell contains more work by Barcelona’s arguably most beloved figure Gaudí. These viaducts are stunning and I couldn’t get over them! Eusebi Guell commissioned this park out of his desire to help develop more public spaces in Barcelona. It’s located on Carmel Hill so you get beautiful views of the city. I’m putting together …
I’ve been so excited to share these photos from my trip to Spain with you! My hubby and I celebrated 10 years last August but it’s been so crazy we haven’t been able to get away until this past May. It’s been a dream of mine to visit and the hubs was nice enough to …
