Jesse Coulter

It's my favorite month of the year, OCTOBER! You add perfect weather, Texas football/volleyball, Halloween, Turner's birthday and my birthday and you've got a fun month FULL of activities!

This year I'll be turning 30! I think a few years back I dreaded the day I turned thirty, but it doesn't bother me now because I still feel so young at heart. My family is complete and I feel lucky to live this life every day.  Alex and I are heading to Houston in a few weekends to celebrate, but in the mean time I'm thinking of all the presents I want...because ya' know 30 is a big one so I might as well treat myself! Obviously I won't be getting all of these, but it's fun to dream!

1. Being pampered is always high on my list. I think a facial and massage would be perfect!

2. Love the size and color of this Gigi New York cross-body purse.

3. Clad & Cloth navy gingham top. You can never own too much gingham!

4. Aldo over the knee brown boots for Fall 

5. I've heard amazing things about the book Love Warrior. Maybe I'll have time to read it on my next work trip.

6. Jcrew Factory striped sweater

7. You might think I'm crazy, but I think the #1 wish for my birthday is to have ALL of the tile and grout in my home cleaned (including bathrooms). That birthday wish definitely makes me 30!

8. I'm obsessed with wood and clay necklaces, and love this Wilde Bloem necklace.  I'm allergic to metal so I can't wear most jewelry. These necklaces are a lifesaver and affordable.

I pulled the trigger and purchased my first pair of Birkenstocks 2 years ago, and it might be one of the best purchases of I've ever made! If you haven't owned a pair, you are probably wondering what all the hype is about, but believe me...they are worth every penny! I own this silver pair and my host daughter gifted me this gold pair from Germany for my birthday. Birks are the perfect sandal to have in your closet, especially if you value quality over quantity. They go with most outfits, are durable and extremely comfy. If you are going on vacation and are trying to pack light these are your go-to shoes. I bought these specifically to wear when Alex and I went on a trip to California, and I wore them site seeing every day! No, this is not a sponsored post, I just love them that much. You can find links to my favorite styles and colors below!

• Drinks - Tequila 512
• Desserts - Mindy's Bakeshop
• Sandwiches - Snarf's Sandwiches
• Giveaways - Milk and Honey Spa & Cove
• Photography - Rachel Arnhart 

I was super excited to get a few free nights last week to attend Austin Fashion Week (thanks to Alex and my Mom for watching the kiddos)! I had just gone back to work so I didn't have a lot of extra time to get my hair done so I had a blowout at Vent Blotique and it lasted both nights I attended. What's funny is that unintentionally before each show I had burgers. The last thing I wanted to be was hungry at a fashion show. Who cares about the food baby ruining my figure anyway.

Both nights I saw amazing collections by project runway stars and local designers. Some of my favorites were Lindsey Creel and Katie Kime. I sipped on prosecco from the event sponsor, Chloe Wine Collection, and I couldn't stop staring at all the beautiful and unique outfits the attendees were wearing. It was a people watcher's dream! Night one I chatted with a lot of my fellow Austin bloggers, and night two my beautiful neighbor, Olivia, joined me. It was a great Mom's night out, and a few people were in shock when we told them how many kids we have. We still got it girl!

Thank you to Fashion X Austin and Pom PR for another great event! Here's to next year!

Hair done and burgers to go...feeling good!

Dress: Gap. Heels: BCBG via DSW

Loved this dainty ring by The Jen Collection

Dress: Pink Blush. Clutch: Thrifted. Necklace: Borrowed from my neighbor

The man of the night. I'm not kidding you when I say EVERY woman in the place was cheering when this guy walked down the runway. Hello silver fox!

Top: A&F. Shorts: Loft. Sandals: Gap. Sunglasses: PacSun

Dress: Old Navy. Shoes: BCBG via DSW Shoes. Necklace: Nordstrom Rack

Top: ASOS. Shorts: Loft. Panama Hat: Aerie ($20). Sandals: Old Navy.

Spring is here and the TX heat is coming, so I've been purchasing comfy dresses that are casual but can be dressed up for a night out with friends or date night.  I also think dresses are great for active moms and anyone who doesn't like picking out an outfit, because you can throw them on last minute and look put together. I've been finding some really great deals this season, which proves you really don't have to spend an arm and a leg to find fashionable clothing.

I attended my last event at Austin Fashion Week last Friday night, the STARS Runway Show featuring 8 of Project Runway's top designers. I picked up my blogger bestie, Erica, and we headed downtown. Straightening my curly hair wasn't a great idea as it began to pour the second I left my house, but I embraced my frizz. I chose to wear this comfy a-line skirt and a crop top to keep it simple.

Top: Forever 21. Skirt: Express. Shoes: Chelsea Crew via Creature's Boutique. Clutch: Thrifted.

Kaleigh, Michelle, Brittany & Celine - These ladies are wonderful. I wish we had more time to talk!

Oh my goodness, the La Miniatura by Jeffrey Sebelia show was amazing and these little boys make me want to NEVER cut Turner's hair. I also need to get him a suit asap. I used to watch Project Runway religiously, and Jeffrey was one of my favorite designers of all time.  I was excited to see him in person!

La Miniatura by Jeffrey Sebelia

Melissa Fleis

Daniel Esquivel

Anthill by Anthony Ryan Auld

Amanda Valentine

Top: Vince Camuto. Skort: Abercrombie and Fitch (only $20 right now). Wedges: DV by Dolce Vita via Nordstrom.

Emilie from Fashion Conspiracy

Designer Tinsley Radix - Obsessed with the sequin dress!

Designer Caycee Black

Mysterious by NPN

My favorite designer of the night was Mysterious by NPN. Loved the gorgeous gowns and how the hats increased in size with each model.

Jennifer from Seek Wander Share indulging

ATX Bloggers - Platinum Pair, Seek Wander Share, Little Bitty in the City and Erin from Fashion X Austin

Jumpsuit: Loft. Shoes: Creatures Boutique. Clutch: Lulu's

With the lovely Jennifer & Melissa from Seek Wander Share

I'm looking forward to more events this week. I'll be at the DISCOVER and STARS fashion shows...you can still grab tickets here! Follow me on Instagram for more event pics.

Photo: Laura Morsman Photography

Steve Wampler

Photo: Nico Nordstrom

Photo: Jessica Scott

As you can tell, my Gap camo jacket has gotten a lot of good use lately. Texas weather is finicky this time of year, so I love to wear this jacket on cool mornings (it's 80 by noon). It's not the camo I really ike, but the comfy material and perfect amount of warmth. I wish I had the exact same jacket in tan or gray.

Jacket : Gap. Tee: Forever 21. Jeans: Old Navy Rockstar Skinnies. Boots: Gap. Necklace: Handmade

Jacket: Gap. Tee: ASOS. Shorts: Handmade. (thrifted men's Levi's 501 - see my DIY tutorial HERE) Shoes: Target.

Jacket: Gap. Tee: Forever 21. Jeans: Levi's. Shoes: Birkenstocks.

Sweater: Forever 21. Scarf: ASOS. Jeans: Gap. Boots: Kork-Ease

Dress: Langford Market. Jacket: Nordstrom. Boots: Nine West.

Top: Forever 21. Scarf: Luxe 7 Boutique. Jeans: Banana Republic. Shoes: Gianni Bini