God is GREATER

Shirt: The Light Blonde here (Check their Instagram @thelightblonde for restocking info); Skirt: Windsor Store, similar here

Kimono: Ross; similar here; Boots: Target,similar here; Belt: Thrifted; Bag: H and M, similar here

Can I just tell you how AMAZING this shirt is?! The symbols on the shirt stand for "God is greater than our ups and downs". I absolutely love it. It's an amazing reminder that no matter what happens in this life, God IS greater. I'm not usually one to wear "religious" t-shirts because they tend to be to blatant for me. Don't get me wrong, I will tell anyone who asks about relationship with God. I love this tee because it has an amazing message behind it but also just looks like a really awesome graphic tee. The Light Blonde has created a winner with this one! I paired it with this acid wash midi from Windsor and some boots and a kimono. I've been obsessed with adding a kimono to everything lately because I think it can complete an outfit perfectly!

Ben and I are currently in Utah visiting my brother and his wife and their three girls. We are having a blast! We went on this amazing hike yesterday to a waterfall and also to get ice cream at Farr's, this famous place out here. The girls are so fun and are constantly asking questions and they call us "Uncle Ben" and "Aunt Christine", and I love it. Hope you all have the best weekend!

xoxoxo,

Christine

California: Home Sweet Home

So today I'm featuring this cutest tank from Royal Bowtique! I've grown up in California my WHOLE life. I've actually only lived two places, my parents and the apartment I'm in now. I love where I live! There's the beach and mountains, and the weather is nearly always perfect. I love that California is the place I call "home". I paired my tank with these cute floral shorts and a kimono. I love a loose graphic tee paired with fun bottoms!

How's everyone's week? Mine has been busy so far! I actually thought yesterday was Thursday. Whoops. I went from not being super busy to everything happening at once! Aka errrrbody wants their hair did. :P Yesterday I met up with Aly of Living In Style OC (@livinginstyleoc; if you live in the area, make sure to follow her! She posts about food, fashion and fun in Orange County!) and another friend, and we will be having a fun girly event coming for you soon so stay tuned for details on that! 

Hope you all have a blessed day! 

Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart. Psalm 119:1-2

xoxoxo,

Christine

Tank: Royal Bowtique here

Shorts: Charlotte Russe here

Kimono: Ross; similar here

Sandals: Target; similar here

Structured Skirt

Happy Thursday! I literally cannot say enough good things about this skirt from Pretty Pants Boutique! I had been wanting one of these skirts for a long time and had actually tried on a few but with how they were structured and meant to fit, they wouldn't sit high enough on my waist! I can't tell you how excited I was when I got this in the mail, and it fit perfectly! Besides that, I love that the material is different than most of the ones that are out there right now. If you look closely, it's sort of a mesh-looking material but still super good quality! I highly recommend it! I paired it with this bodysuit I found at TJ Maxx. I know some of you can't imagine the thought of wearing a bodysuit again and bringing back the childhood traumas of trying to use the bathroom with one on, but seriously do it! They are perfect for high-waisted clothing items because they create clean lines without you having to worry about tucking your shirt in constantly!

Ben and I went to the OC Fair last night! We ate a corn dog and deep-fried avocados. Bomb dot com. And we watched a crazy acrobatics show and walked around the art and photography exhibits. There are some crazy talented people out there! Make sure you go if you live in the area!

OH and thank you to my lovely friend, Dayena, for these awesome photos and for giving my hubby a break. ;)

xoxoxo,

Christine

Body Suit: TJ Maxx; similar here and here

Skirt: c/o: Pretty Pants Boutique here

Shoes: Love D here

The Basics

Sometimes it's good to just stick with the basics like a tee and shorts! I added a blazer and my favorite necklace to dress it up a bit. I wore this outfit last week on a date night with my hubby to The Ranch Enchilada. It's a new Mexican place that opened up next to my work, and basically I'm always up for anything Mexican. I could eat chips and salsa every day for the rest of my life and be happy. So good chips and salsa is a must! And this place has bomb chips and salsa so they're a winner in my book! Hope you all are having a great week! I have a fun shoot coming this week for Pretty Pants Boutique that I teamed up with my photographer friend plus a bonus shoot coming for MY BIRTHDAY on Sunday! So stay tuned! Thanks for reading!

xoxoxo, Christine

Tee: Rubbish via Nordstrom; similar here

Shorts: H & M denim cut and distressed by me; similar here

Blazer: Lauren Conrad via Kohl's; similar here

Shoes: Love D here

Necklace: Charlotte Russe; similar here

Clutch: Styles for Less

Insta Lately

Hey everyone! I thought I'd share a few of my photos that have been on Instagram with a little more details on them! If you aren't already, (#gettoit) follow me on Instagram @mox_ie for a further peek into my everyday life! How was everyone's weekend? I was a little bored this weekend to be honest! My hubby had his monthly training, and somehow every single one of my friends had plans already. One friend did come over late Saturday, and we had some girly chat on the couch. (Friends was on in the background and neither of us was paying attention because we've seen every episode ten times but we literally both stopped talking without even shooshing each other to watch the Chandler/Monica proposal: best EVER.) Anyways, I hope you all have the best week!

xoxoxo,
Christine

                   

Sweet Potato Nachos!

Just slice the potatoes thinly, lather with olive oil and salt, bake, and then top with your favorite nacho ingredients! I put chicken, grilled onion and bell pepper, tomato, avocado, Tapatio, and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt. 

Delish.

                    

Braid Obsessed #obvi

Necklace: Charlotte Russe

Top: Kaitlyn Clothing

                                

Tee: Fancy Free here

Shorts: Ross

Cardi: Ross

Shoes: Love D here

                                    

Tank: Royal Bowtique here

                     

Top: Charlotte Russe here

Bracelet: The Shine Project here

Nail Polish: Essie

Sunnies: Kaitlyn

On my iPhone: The Glitter Guide

                                      

Flower Crown: Royal Bowtique here

Tutorial I followed: Here

                                  

Top: Hurley; similar here

Shorts: Forever 21

Necklace: Triple Thread Clothing

                  

OF COURSE I had to celebrate National Ice Cream Day

If you live in the area, be sure to visit Andrew's Ice Cream and Desserts #delish

                                       

Top: Charlotte Russe here

Shorts: Charlotte Russe; similar here

                                

For those of you who don't know, I've been doing CrossFit for almost two years now and I LOVE it! I PRed my Fran time last week and was pretty stoked about it!