It seems like someone we know is always getting married. Whether you’re a loyal member of the bride tribe or the blushing bride-to-be, honoring the big day consists of a lot more than just the wedding ceremony. From the bachelorette party to the bridal shower, planning memorable pre-marriage celebrations doesn’t have to be stressful! See our bridal celebration ideas below.
If you’re looking to plan an epic bachelorette party, why not an adults-only trip to Disney?? Kristy celebrated her sister-in-law’s upcoming nuptials with a weekend in the happiest place on Earth and had a blast! She recommends going without kids to Disney at least once in your life, because the experience is so different when you don’t have to worry about the little ones.
Make sure you grab matching magical tees, fun coordinating mouse ears, and, if you really want to get crazy, princess-themed outfits for going out at night!! We all know the bride is royalty, so what better occasion to show off your queenship.
After all of that celebrating, you’re probably going to want a little help recovery. These bachelorette party survival kits make the perfect gift for all the gals! Your bride and bridal party will be as good as new in no time with these essentials.
For a bridal shower, you’re going to want to gift something practical but something the bride wouldn’t necessarily buy for herself. How about this: a mini wine fridge with a customized wine subscription! Who wouldn’t want delicious wines delivered right to their door, especially with all that stress of wedding planning?! Don’t forget your “Miss to Mrs.” banner in case anyone forgot who all those gifts are for.
A “bride” silk robe is a must. Whether she wants to wear it on her wedding day or lounging around her house while she dreams of being the future Mrs., this is one bridal tradition you don’t want to forgo.
Games are a bridal shower must! This ring game is a fun way to get everyone involved and share a few laughs over some healthy competition.
These party favors are perfect for your bridal shower guests! Kiss the miss goodbye with Hershey’s Kisses and champagne lip balm. Pucker up!!
Want more bridal inspiration? Head to our Amazon storefront and get to planning!
It seems like someone we know is always getting married. Whether you’re a loyal member of the bride tribe or the blushing bride-to-be, honoring the big day consists of a lot more than just the wedding ceremony. From the bachelorette party to the bridal shower, planning memorable pre-marriage celebrations doesn’t have to be stressful! See our bridal celebration ideas below.
If you’re looking to plan an epic bachelorette party, why not an adults-only trip to Disney?? Kristy celebrated her sister-in-law’s upcoming nuptials with a weekend in the happiest place on Earth and had a blast! She recommends going without kids to Disney at least once in your life, because the experience is so different when you don’t have to worry about the little ones.
Make sure you grab matching magical tees, fun coordinating mouse ears, and, if you really want to get crazy, princess-themed outfits for going out at night!! We all know the bride is royalty, so what better occasion to show off your queenship.
After all of that celebrating, you’re probably going to want a little help recovery. These bachelorette party survival kits make the perfect gift for all the gals! Your bride and bridal party will be as good as new in no time with these essentials.
For a bridal shower, you’re going to want to gift something practical but something the bride wouldn’t necessarily buy for herself. How about this: a mini wine fridge with a customized wine subscription! Who wouldn’t want delicious wines delivered right to their door, especially with all that stress of wedding planning?! Don’t forget your “Miss to Mrs.” banner in case anyone forgot who all those gifts are for.
A “bride” silk robe is a must. Whether she wants to wear it on her wedding day or lounging around her house while she dreams of being the future Mrs., this is one bridal tradition you don’t want to forgo.
Games are a bridal shower must! This ring game is a fun way to get everyone involved and share a few laughs over some healthy competition.
These party favors are perfect for your bridal shower guests! Kiss the miss goodbye with Hershey’s Kisses and champagne lip balm. Pucker up!!
Want more bridal inspiration? Head to our Amazon storefront and get to planning!
If there’s one thing we know how to do at Frugal and Thriving, it’s shopping a really good sale. Our job is to be on top of the hottest and latest deals from all across the internet, and we’re rounding them up and putting them all in one place for you! See this week’s best sales from some of our favorite retailers below.
Aerie
Shop up to 30% off almost everything at Aerie!
Carter’s
Grab 40% off new arrivals from Carter’s!
Gap
Take 50% off your purchase at Gap
Michael Kors
Shop the End of Season Sale at Michael Kors and get up to 70% off!
Nike
It’s the Back to School Sale! Take 25% off select styles from Nike with code SPORT25
Old Navy
Back-to-school stock up!! Shop kids $5 tees & leggings, $6 polos & graphic tees, and $8 dress & active from Old Navy
Target
Grab college essentials starting at just $2 from Target!
Venus
Get up to 80% off thousands of styles from Venus!
Victoria’s Secret
Buy two, get one free everything at Victoria’s Secret!
Calling all fancy feet! Step up your shoe game this season and fall in love with this fall footwear. The best part?? All of these styles are less than $50 so you can look good without spending a fortune. See our style guide below.
1. Knot Loafers | 2. Snakeskin Mules | 3. Suede Mules | 4. Nude Pumps | 5. Flats | 6. Plaid Slip-On Shoes | 7. Slip-On Sneakers | 8. Wedge Sneakers | 9. Hiking Booties | 10. Ankle Rain Boots | 11. Slouchy Booties | 12. Blockheel Booties | 13. Colorblock Booties | 14. Over-the-Knee Wedge Boots | 15. Heeled Knee High Boots | 16. Rainboots | 17. Ankle Boots
Loafers, mules, pumps, flats, and heeled boots are great for a classic, clean look for work. Slip-on sneakers, wedge sneakers, and patterned booties are perfect for a fun look for a family outing, a laidback date, or day on the town. Hiking boots and rain boots are ideal for inclement weather or exploring the great outdoors. Grab a few different styles and you’ll be set for any occasion!
Shop the Shoes
Calling all fancy feet! Step up your shoe game this season and fall in love with this fall footwear. The best part?? All of these styles are less than $50 so you can look good without spending a fortune. See our style guide below.
1. Knot Loafers | 2. Snakeskin Mules | 3. Suede Mules | 4. Nude Pumps | 5. Flats | 6. Plaid Slip-On Shoes | 7. Slip-On Sneakers | 8. Wedge Sneakers | 9. Hiking Booties | 10. Ankle Rain Boots | 11. Slouchy Booties | 12. Blockheel Booties | 13. Colorblock Booties | 14. Over-the-Knee Wedge Boots | 15. Heeled Knee High Boots | 16. Rainboots | 17. Ankle Boots
Loafers, mules, pumps, flats, and heeled boots are great for a classic, clean look for work. Slip-on sneakers, wedge sneakers, and patterned booties are perfect for a fun look for a family outing, a laidback date, or day on the town. Hiking boots and rain boots are ideal for inclement weather or exploring the great outdoors. Grab a few different styles and you’ll be set for any occasion!
Shop the Shoes
Calling all fancy feet! Step up your shoe game this season and fall in love with this fall footwear. The best part?? All of these styles are less than $50 so you can look good without spending a fortune. See our style guide below.
1. Knot Loafers | 2. Snakeskin Mules | 3. Suede Mules | 4. Nude Pumps | 5. Flats | 6. Plaid Slip-On Shoes | 7. Slip-On Sneakers | 8. Wedge Sneakers | 9. Hiking Booties | 10. Ankle Rain Boots | 11. Slouchy Booties | 12. Blockheel Booties | 13. Colorblock Booties | 14. Over-the-Knee Wedge Boots | 15. Heeled Knee High Boots | 16. Rainboots | 17. Ankle Boots
Loafers, mules, pumps, flats, and heeled boots are great for a classic, clean look for work. Slip-on sneakers, wedge sneakers, and patterned booties are perfect for a fun look for a family outing, a laidback date, or day on the town. Hiking boots and rain boots are ideal for inclement weather or exploring the great outdoors. Grab a few different styles and you’ll be set for any occasion!
Shop the Shoes
We can’t get enough of the fall fashion!! As we go through our closets to figure out exactly what style staples we need this season, we’re helping you put your list together, too. Jackets, sweaters and dresses, and pants and skirts are some essentials we’re feeling this fall. Nordstrom Rack has designer pieces for a steal that will amp up your autumn wardrobe without breaking the bank. See our guide below.
Jackets
If someone ever tells you that you have too many jackets, they’re wrong. There is a jacket for every occasion! As the weather gets cooler, make sure you’re prepared for any situation with the proper outerwear. For those not-too-cold, casual fall days, a denim jacket or plaid shirt jacket are great options. For rainy and windy days, a rain jacket or bomber jacket will keep you protected from inclement weather. If you’re heading to work or out for a nice dinner, a wrap jacket, faux suede jacket, or a faux leather moto jacket will look sophisticated and stylish. And for when it really starts to get chilly, a quilted puffer jacket, faux fur jacket, or a hooded utility jacket will keep you toasty warm.
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Dresses & Tops
Having a solid selection of tops and dresses that you can mix and match and wear again and again will save you a lot of time and a lot of money. A funnel neck sweater dress is great for work, a bodycon midi sweater dress with an open back is perfect for parties and dinners, and a hooded sweater dress with pockets is an adorable athleisure look for the days you want to be cute and cozy. A V-neck sweater and crewneck pullover are both versatile and can be worn with jeans, leggings, or work pants. An open-front cardigan layered over a tank top and paired with jeans makes for a comfy outfit to meet the girls for lunch, while a button-front cardigan paired with knit pants and a tee is perfect for work. A turtleneck, ribbed longsleeve tee, and button blouse are lovely layering pieces but look great on their own, too.
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Pants & Skirts
Stock up on pants in different styles and neutral colors that can be worn on multiple occasions. For work, these ponte knit pants, dark ankle skinny jeans, and this tube skirt look sleek and professional. For a night out, this longsleeve jumpsuit, plaid miniskirt, and these faux leather leggings are stylish and sexy. And for those days you want to kick back and relax, these cuffed boyfriend jeans, wide leg pants, and terry joggers are cute and comfortable.
Shop Pants & Skirts
We can’t get enough of the fall fashion!! As we go through our closets to figure out exactly what style staples we need this season, we’re helping you put your list together, too. Jackets, sweaters and dresses, and pants and skirts are some essentials we’re feeling this fall. Nordstrom Rack has designer pieces for a steal that will amp up your autumn wardrobe without breaking the bank. See our guide below.
Jackets
If someone ever tells you that you have too many jackets, they’re wrong. There is a jacket for every occasion! As the weather gets cooler, make sure you’re prepared for any situation with the proper outerwear. For those not-too-cold, casual fall days, a denim jacket or plaid shirt jacket are great options. For rainy and windy days, a rain jacket or bomber jacket will keep you protected from inclement weather. If you’re heading to work or out for a nice dinner, a wrap jacket, faux suede jacket, or a faux leather moto jacket will look sophisticated and stylish. And for when it really starts to get chilly, a quilted puffer jacket, faux fur jacket, or a hooded utility jacket will keep you toasty warm.
Shop Jackets
Dresses & Tops
Having a solid selection of tops and dresses that you can mix and match and wear again and again will save you a lot of time and a lot of money. A funnel neck sweater dress is great for work, a bodycon midi sweater dress with an open back is perfect for parties and dinners, and a hooded sweater dress with pockets is an adorable athleisure look for the days you want to be cute and cozy. A V-neck sweater and crewneck pullover are both versatile and can be worn with jeans, leggings, or work pants. An open-front cardigan layered over a tank top and paired with jeans makes for a comfy outfit to meet the girls for lunch, while a button-front cardigan paired with knit pants and a tee is perfect for work. A turtleneck, ribbed longsleeve tee, and button blouse are lovely layering pieces but look great on their own, too.
Shop Dresses & Tops
Pants & Skirts
Stock up on pants in different styles and neutral colors that can be worn on multiple occasions. For work, these ponte knit pants, dark ankle skinny jeans, and this tube skirt look sleek and professional. For a night out, this longsleeve jumpsuit, plaid miniskirt, and these faux leather leggings are stylish and sexy. And for those days you want to kick back and relax, these cuffed boyfriend jeans, wide leg pants, and terry joggers are cute and comfortable.
Shop Pants & Skirts
Work it out, walk the town, and wind it down with Nordstrom Rack. From your morning gym sesh to your afternoon errand running to your nighttime relaxation routine, these stylish steals will have you prepared for whatever your day may bring.
Zip-Up Hoodie | Leggings | Racerback Tank | Sneakers | Scoop Neck Tank | Flowy Pants | Sandals | Tote Bag | Layered Necklace | Robe | Pajama Set | Slippers | Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
Work It Out
Yoga, weightlifting, cycling, or running….these pieces are perfect for your daily workout! I am an avid yogi and this “pink paradise” racerback tank and these fun zebra-striped leggings hugged me tight in all the right places and still moved easily along with my body during a pretty intense hour-long vinyasa flow. My morning jog was breeze in these extra comfy Nike sneakers. I felt like I was running on a cloud and I didn’t have any ache in my knees! Top and leggings are true to size – I am wearing a size small in both. I usually wear a 7 or 7.5 in shoes – the sneakers are a 7.5 and fit snugly. Because of the extra cushioning, I would recommend going with the larger size if you are in-between shoe sizes.
Racerback Tank | Leggings | Sneakers
Walk the Town
Check out this babe!! Our girl Kristy is definitely ready to walk (more like strut) the town in this gorgeous getup. These beautiful boho open, flowy pants are definitely going to be a staple in her wardrobe this summer and the adjustable waist with tie strands makes for additional comfort. The casual tank is dressed up with a delicately layered necklace and the nude sandals tie everything together so nicely. She’s ready to tackle her endless to-do list and look good while doing it! Pants are true to size – she wears a size 4 normally, and ordered a size small in these pants and had plenty of room. The sandals are great for a night of walking, but if you’re looking for a more comfortable fit, she recommends ordering a 1/2 size up.
Flowy Pants |Tank Top | Sandals | Layered Necklace
Wind It Down
After a long day of chasing her children, playing housekeeper and chef extraordinaire, PLUS balancing working from home, Kristy seriously looks forward to some peace and quiet at night when she can sit back and relax – even if it’s just for a short amount of time! In this adorable (and comfortable!!) pajama set and these super cozy slippers, she can feel luxurious and laidback. She recommends grabbing a face mask, lighting a calming candle, and finding some zen…it’s a necessity. The pajama set is true to size – she is wearing a size small.
Pajamas | Slippers | Robe | Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
Disclosure: Thank you to Nordstrom Rack and Brandcycle for sponsoring today’s post. We’re so thankful to work with brands that we love and use!
Work it out, walk the town, and wind it down with Nordstrom Rack. From your morning gym sesh to your afternoon errand running to your nighttime relaxation routine, these stylish steals will have you prepared for whatever your day may bring.
Zip-Up Hoodie | Leggings | Racerback Tank | Sneakers | Scoop Neck Tank | Flowy Pants | Sandals | Tote Bag | Layered Necklace | Robe | Pajama Set | Slippers | Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
Work It Out
Yoga, weightlifting, cycling, or running….these pieces are perfect for your daily workout! I am an avid yogi and this “pink paradise” racerback tank and these fun zebra-striped leggings hugged me tight in all the right places and still moved easily along with my body during a pretty intense hour-long vinyasa flow. My morning jog was breeze in these extra comfy Nike sneakers. I felt like I was running on a cloud and I didn’t have any ache in my knees! Top and leggings are true to size – I am wearing a size small in both. I usually wear a 7 or 7.5 in shoes – the sneakers are a 7.5 and fit snugly. Because of the extra cushioning, I would recommend going with the larger size if you are in-between shoe sizes.
Racerback Tank | Leggings | Sneakers
Walk the Town
Check out this babe!! Our girl Kristy is definitely ready to walk (more like strut) the town in this gorgeous getup. These beautiful boho open, flowy pants are definitely going to be a staple in her wardrobe this summer and the adjustable waist with tie strands makes for additional comfort. The casual tank is dressed up with a delicately layered necklace and the nude sandals tie everything together so nicely. She’s ready to tackle her endless to-do list and look good while doing it! Pants are true to size – she wears a size 4 normally, and ordered a size small in these pants and had plenty of room. The sandals are great for a night of walking, but if you’re looking for a more comfortable fit, she recommends ordering a 1/2 size up.
Flowy Pants |Tank Top | Sandals | Layered Necklace
Wind It Down
After a long day of chasing her children, playing housekeeper and chef extraordinaire, PLUS balancing working from home, Kristy seriously looks forward to some peace and quiet at night when she can sit back and relax – even if it’s just for a short amount of time! In this adorable (and comfortable!!) pajama set and these super cozy slippers, she can feel luxurious and laidback. She recommends grabbing a face mask, lighting a calming candle, and finding some zen…it’s a necessity. The pajama set is true to size – she is wearing a size small.
Pajamas | Slippers | Robe | Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
Disclosure: Thank you to Nordstrom Rack and Brandcycle for sponsoring today’s post. We’re so thankful to work with brands that we love and use!
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