Spring Transition Pieces

Since warm weather is finally approaching (yay). Spring is my second favorite season- summer is first obviously *beach girl* haha. It's not too hot and it's not too cold. The sun finally stays out past 5:30 PM and there are pretty flowers everywhere! Finally you can begin to dig out your favorite sandals and pair of jean shorts! Dresses are no longer miserably cold to wear and you no longer have to carry a coat with you everywhere you go.
If I could wear a cute maxi and espadrilles everyday, I would. Seriously those are my top two favorite pieces in the world! I love all the whites and the bright colors Spring brings with it as well. I pieced this post together to kind of give you all some ideas on different outfits you could style for this transition into warmer weather! There are definitely some *SPLURGE* worthy pieces in this post, but for the most part they are all super affordable- good news, right?!
These outfits are super easy to shop, just click on an image to be directed to the website! If you want to save an outfit for later, feel free to pin it on Pinterest! Thanks for reading and let me know in the comments which outfit is your fave!

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Random Facts + Life Update

1.  I am a twin!

So Haley and I could not be more different!! She's super tall, I'm not. She has dark hair, mine is a little lighter. We have WAAAAY different styles. She LOVES the mountains, I love the beach! Haha. We're fraternal too, so we look nothing alike!

2. I took outfit pictures in high school!

I had always been obsessed with clothes and fashion.  I would take pictures in the bathroom on break so I could print them and keep them in a book to remember which outfits I liked! Oh man I wish I had thought to post them on instagram! Those filters though. 😂 My style has changed SO much!

 

 

3. Full name: Olivia. May. Bell. no Maybell here 😂😂😂

4. Exercise Science Degree

I never really thought about going into any sort of fashion business or anything as a career. I always wanted to be a doctor and at the time the only jobs in any sort of fashion were big NYC jobs as a designer or model, or retail working in a store- neither interested me. I am so glad I finally found blogging and I truly love it! There are days I have regrets not going to medical school because medicine has always interested me, but fashion and being creative has my heart!

5. TN is HOME

I have always lived in Tennessee, but I have always had an addiction to the ocean! My mom does too, so we would go multiple times a year to the beach. When I got older and had my own money I would go literally every couple months. I can't get enough! I would LOVE to live on the gulf or in Charleston one day!

LIFE UPDATE

OliviaMayBell.com is approaching one year- in April- & I cannot believe how much it has grown. It is crazy to think how this all started! I remember talking with Caleb about all these bloggers and girls I was obsessed with and thinking wow I wish I could do that. It may have even been Caleb who was like uh Olivia you can do what they're doing! My first post was about our engagement! Read about it here. It is still my most read post!! 

Blogging is hard and a lot of work! I never would've imagined looking from the outside in how much goes into it and goes on that everyone doesn't see. I am so thankful I was talked into doing it and I enjoy every minute of it! So thanks for following along! If you are looking for tips or encouragement on starting your own blog, read this post here!

Top 5 of January

Sharing January's top 5 loved items tonight! Just click to shop!

Spring Fitness

Spring Fitness Goals

Hey guys! So tonight I’m just doing a quick little update on my fitness goals for spring (starting now). Think if it as a New Years resolution- just late. 🤣 So I had planned on using the Sweat App after having Liam to get back into shape and I just kind of forgot about it! Luckily, I received an email a about a week and a half ago, reminding me hey- you should check this out! So I did and I signed up and downloaded it. By the way this is not sponsored or anything I am just really amazed with this app!

Y’all. It had changed my life. I always struggled with working out because I would get to the gym and just not know what to do- besides cardio 🤣 Which is good and all- but I wanted to tone! I love how customizable it is! You can select home or gym workout, what level you are- beginner, intermediate, etc. It also provides you with a calendar that tells you what to do on what day, meal ideas, and physically their is a video of a person showing you how to do the move! It's an easy way to get in a fast, HARD workout. I can do it in the 30-45 min that Liam naps and yall, it wears. me. out!

The moves are easy, but a good workout on your body. Of course you can always change the level of difficulty. I have only been doing it about a week and I totally notice a difference!

I am gonna try and do a weekly update on here- to hold me accountable, but to also help you all out if you have questions, etc!

Here's the link to the website:

https://www.sweat.com/

Comment if you want to see a weekly update or have any questions! 

What to Wear On Valentine's Day Whether You're Going Out Or Staying In!

Hey guys! Tonight I am sharing allllll the Valentine's Day outfit inspiration. Whether you are staying in with some girlfriends, going out on the town, or on a date with your man, there are options for you! I have always loved Valentine's Day- mainly for the candy and classroom parties. 😂 Whatever your plans are- celebrate the ones you love!

To shop- just click on an image! 💗

Tanning

SELF TANNING

Hey guys! So I’ve recently changed up my tanning routine-not because of anything wrong with the previous, but just because it’s hard for me to get out and spray as often as I like! So I found an easier way to stay dark! 

They’re called “Isle of Paradise Tanning Drops.” AND guys. They are amazing!!  I’ve never been so pleased with a tanning product that I self apply! I use the dark! I recommend purchasing them from Sephora- They let me try the medium and said if I wanted darker to come back and exchange it so I did. I’ll walk you through how I use them. 

So obviously I wash my face everyday- and that’s where my tan fades the quickest. I just add the drops to my facial lotion. It works with any lotion!! I started with 2 drops + my face lotion - you’re not putting a lot of lotion on your face- then rub your hands together and apply to your face! I have decently sensitive skin and they didn't break me out at all!

For my legs and arms - cause let's be honest I am being super lazy and only tanning the parts that show 😂- I just use the Jergens Shea lotion but you really can use any! I have tried different ones however DO NOT use Bath and Body Works with it. They have A TON of alcohol in them and it will make you streaky! It works best if you work in small areas. I do one shin with one pump of lotion and 3 drops. Then I do the other shin each thigh one at time. I do the same with my arms! It's all about what looks best with you! You can also play when the drops and go darker and lighter if you like! 

It looks like a tiny bottle but I have used it about every day since early December ( so a little over a month) and I still have half a bottle!

If you spray tan read the section below for info on that :) Feel free to message me with any questions or comment on this post- and let me know if you tried them!

SPRAY TANNING

This post is all about what I use to tan/stay tan.  Throughout college, I actually worked at a Sun Tan City in my hometown. I had never had a spray tan before and one of my co-workers convinced me to try it. I immediately fell in love. It was so much easier than laying in a tanning bed (& way better for your skin). I always hated how itchy and dry my skin got from laying in the tanning bed. When I got pregnant I couldn't lay in the tanning bed anyways so I sprayed to keep up my tan! It's a machine that sprays you so no awkward standing there while someone sprays you down. I usually do the dark tinted. They have two types of solutions there and I think the tinted looks more brown toned than the clear which gives it a more natural look.


I also use some of the St. Tropez products while I'm on vacation or just too lazy to go get a full spray. The face lotion I try to use every day in order to keep my face tan (especially since I wash my face twice a day). I also use the dark mousse to touch up my legs mainly- if I have to shave- or if I have an event and I don't have time to spray. It works really well and it dries super fast and surprisingly doesn't streak at all! They also make an in shower gel that I use on my legs a couple times a week just because my legs are the hardest part of my body to tan. 

St. Tropez Dark Mousse                St. Tropez Gradual Face 

What To Do on GALENTINE'S Day & Still Have Fun!

Hey y’all- so I know a lot of people always get bummed around Valentine’s Day if you’re single, or if your SO is out of town, whatever your reason may be! I’m writing this post to hopefully help you still have a fun Valentine’s! No one wants to be alone or sad on that day!

1. Heart Shaped Pizza and Wine

Grab some heart shaped pizza (Papa John's I know does this every year) and your favorite wine and invite over your favorite girls. Eat lots of pizza, drink lots of wine. . . You CANNOT go wrong with pizza and wine!

2. Karaoke 

Singing Karaoke with a bunch of girls who CAN'T sing? Priceless. Bonus points if alcohol is in involved. EXTRA EXTRA points if you play songs about exes or some Taylor Swift (she writes the best revenge songs).

3. Get Dressed Up and Go Out

Gather all the girls, pick out your outfits- do each other's hair and makeup and look your best! Then set out for night on the town or your favorite local restaurant for some drinks and show all those couples on their romantic (gag haha) that you can have fun AND be single on Valentine's Day!

4. Movie Night

Put on your favorite sweats and binge watch movies all night long! Some good ones for Valentine's :

Mean Girls

John Tucker Must Die

50 First Dates

The Last Song

The Breakup

The Notebook

10 Things I Hate About You

Magic Mike

5. Road Trip

Pack your girls up and take a day trip somewhere fun! 

6. Bachelor Marathon

Re-watch your favorite season or seasons of the Bachelor! I've actually done this and it's super fun😂 Laughing at the desperate girls or guys will make you feel so much better about being single- trust me

Valentine's Gifts for Him

Hey y’all! Tonight’s post is alllll about Vday gifts for your man! I always think Valentine’s Day is super special- and the perfect time to celebrate someone important to you and show your appreciation for all they do for you. 

I think guys are the hardest to get gifts for 🤣 I mean just think of all the little gizmos and little Knick knacks you have compared to your man- I know I have wayyyyy more random little things than Caleb does! Of course you want to get them something because they likely got you something too, so I have linked some ideas below! Just click to shop! 

I linked two options that are little cards that you can write notes for him on! They both have prompts inside (makes it A LOT easier). I try to leave Caleb little notes all the time- because I like to get them so I know he does too. I always think writing your feelings down is always a good way to go. 

So I know for me personally, I cook a lot for Caleb so we usually opt to go out for special occasions 🤣 but I think cooking a meal for your man is a great options. Meat. Potatoes. Bread. Done. He’ll be sold. Trust me. Hahahaha 

Other options:

Coupon for a back/foot rub

Lots of his favorite candy

Breakfast in bed

Gift Guide : Valentines for Your Girl

Hey guys! Today's post is *hopefully* going to give you some ideas on what you should get the woman in your life for Valentine's Day! I have asked a couple of my friends and some others what they would want- including things that I would want to get for Valentine's. Click on any image to shop! I am also including other ideas that she will love. I hope you all find something she'll like!

Other Ideas:

1. Flowers- I mean duh. It's Valentine's! I LOVE GETTING FLOWERS! *hint hint* 😂

2. A Massage - No one is going to turn that down, trust me. Even if it's only 30 minutes, it is worth it! 30 minutes feels like a lifetime when you're getting a massage.

3. A constellation (Thanks SC :))- So apparently you can go online and buy a star or constellation on the night you all met or some other special date. I mean, swoon. <3 https://thenightsky.com/

4. Handwritten Note - You can't beat a handwritten note with all your gushy feelings and favorite memories. It is sure to make her smile!

5. Mix CD - Okay this may sound cheesy, but it would be so cute to get a CD with all your all's favorite songs that you sing together in the car, or danced to at that party, or that makes you think of her. Seriously. SO. CUTE.

6. COOK HER DINNER (instead of going out)- A man that can cook? Count me in. Even if it's the simplest of meals, it will be the effort that counts!

XOXO, 

Liv

Top 5 : December

This month's top 5 items! The Gucci inspired belt was the most popular (no surprise there!), and I love both of mine- I have both colors. The quality is awesome! Just click on an image to shop! 

Top 5 Winter Necessities

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I like winter, but I HATE being cold. That being said, I always bundle up! Today I am sharing with you guys some of my favorite things to help stay warm. Right after Christmas is also the best time of the year to stock up on stuff for the remainder of the season and next year!

1. A Good {cute} Coat

You really can't go wrong with a good coat! I used to never wear a jacket ( ask my mom). It was always a fight getting me to wear one- so I always try to find the coziest ones now! These are some super cute ones- that will also keep you warm ( and your mama happy 😂)

2. Warm Accessories

I LOOOOOVE wearing hats in the winter- why? Because then I don't have to do my hair! No, seriously. I'm just not a fan of being cold! Plus these hats are super cute.

3. Stylish, but Comfy Boots

If I could wear my Ugg's everyday, I would. Sometimes I do! But they just don't go with every outfit-sadly. I am allll about comfort. These sherpa lined sneaker boots are AMAZING and they're adorable. I really a fan of any boot!

4. Good, Thick Leggings

LEGGINGS = LIFE. So in the winter, naturally, you need a pair of thicker ones to keep you warm! SPANX are an all time favorite- just ask anyone who has a pair. These fleece lined ones are super nice too! If you've never worn anything from 90 degree flex, you need too cause it is amazing! I find it at my local TJ Maxx all the time- if you're not that lucky, there's always Amazon Prime 😂

5. A Cozy Sherpa

Sherpas are the best! So easy to throw on and still look cute and they're super soft!