
Beauty, Sleep and Home
OK, so by now you’ve all heard about the all mighty Nordstrom sale. Do not tell my husband, but I actually considered (for a brief moment) opening a nordi credit card, just so I can get the early access. I mean the deals were almost too good to pass. The sale goes beyond just the […]

Affordable Fashion Accessories and Must Haves
Happy Wednesday Babes. Weekend is only two short days away. Someone once told me I am wishing my life away just waiting on the weekends… but truth be told that is my favorite time. I get to spend time with people I love, my husband, my babies and occasionally some friends. Quality over quantity I […]

Life’s a Beach – White Summer Dress
We have had the most incredible weather so far on Long Island. It has been so hot, that I do have to say, I feel quite blessed to be living so close to the beach. I have been here for almost a year now. And to be frank I wasn’t too thrilled to move. I […]

You Have My Heart – Affordable Fashion
The thing about trends is that they come and go … So you got to ask yourself, do I really want to spend a fortune on something that may be out of style in just a matter of months? I do like to invest in timeless pieces, the ones I have confidence that I will […]

Ikat Stripes and Summer Days
I absolutely love summer! We have been pretty blessed with amazing weather here in New York. I hope the weather is just as good wherever you live! My daughter has been out of school for about a month now. I think we may have reached a new level of crazy here in Casa Monteiro hehe… […]

Floral Print and Bow Tie Bodice
Baby it’s … HOT outside… We have officially welcomed summer in NY. And this week it is going to be extra hot (or haute) and humid. It is a good idea to keep your layers light! And what’s better than wearing a fun summer dress. I found this floral number in the department store, and […]