Life According to My IPhone Photos- Jan 2013

I recently uploaded all my photos from my Iphone onto my computer.  All 3,000 of them!  I am what they call a "documenter".  I like to act like I'm always on vacation.  I take pictures of everything!  The same way you would on an amazing vacation.  Outfits, food, beautiful sights etc., in my opinion, it needs to be documented.  This makes for the perfect new blog series!  If you need more instant gratification follow me on Instagram under the name "mrsklugs".  

Here is what I've been up to lately...

 An amazing New York package from our good friend back East.  We literally starting screaming "IT'S NEW YORK BAGELS!  IT'S NEW YORK BAGELS!"  You can take the girl outta New York, but you can't take New York outta the girl!

We started the New Year at a fantastic dinner party.  Before we left we had a mini bump photo shoot.  Nothing says "2013" like a sparkly baby bump!  Lola even got in on the action!

On January 1st Andrew and I enjoyed Bloody Marys (mine's a Virgin of course!) at a restaurant in Half Moon Bay.  It was so amazing to have the sun shining, a view of the beach and a great meal.  It was such a great California day. 

After brunch we continued to explore Half Moon Bay. It's so beautiful here!

I love that one week we can be at the beach and the next weekend we can be in snowy Tahoe.  It was so fun to get our snow fix!  Since I couldn't ski I hung out at the Lodge and drank some Hot Chocolate.  Loved spending the weekend with some of my wonderful friends including the lovely Sarah Jenks pictures on the right!

Maybe the most exciting picture of all!  Not only is the nursery painted, but Andrew (and Lola) put together Baby Klugs' crib!  It's all happening so fast!  I am absolutely loving decorating this nursery!  Stay tuned for more exciting nursery posts in the future!

Happy Friday!

xoxo,

Melanie

Guest Post - Sparkle After The New Year

 

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I have to say, I love me some sparkle!  For example I wore sparkles head to toe on New Year's Eve.  Nothing rings in the New Year like a sparkly baby bump!  But what about after the New Year?  How do you incorporate sparkles and metallics into your look now that all those festive holidays are over?  I answer this question and more over at The Collection Event Studio's blog today.  Check it out here!  Happy Wednesday!

xoxo,

Melanie

Vendor Spotlight - Trish Lee San Francisco

All images by Bryan Alberstat Photography

Trish Lee San Francisco is a wedding gown designer who has impeccable style.  Her gowns have a timeless and tailored aesthetic that makes any bride look effortlessly beautiful.  The craftmenship is exquisite!  It's obvious these gowns are made with care and it shows.  

From the designer:

”With my debut collection, I am trying to imbue a sense of American authenticity into each piece.  Each gown is handcrafted here in San Francisco with the same spirit my mother and I put into my birthday party dresses.  I want each gown to stand the test of time, where a woman can look back at her pictures twenty years from now and know that her gown will not look ‘trendy’.”  

Love her sensibilty!  Keep your eye out for Trish Lee San Francisco!  She is totally the wedding dress designer to watch!

Charlotte and Marilyn

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HollyRegina, Marie, NoraBack View of Nora Styled shots of Charlotte

Thanks to Melissa Hoffmann, Margaret Elizabeth, Bryan Alberstat, Ruby Germain, Jeff Lee and our lovely model Caitlin who all made Trish Lee San Francisco's website come to life!

What are you waiting for?!  Head to her website now!

xoxo,

Melanie

Guest Post - Talking Engagement Style over at Melanie Duerkopp Photography

Melanie Duerkopp is the fantastic photographer behind the photos of me on this website.  She is amazing folks!  I was so pumped to share my pointers for classic and unique Engagement Shoot Style over on her blog. These pointers are fool proof and will certaintly come in handy! Below is one of the boards I styled as an example of impeccable engagement shoot style.  Don't miss out on the other three boards on her blog.  

// Dress // Earrings // Bracelet // Heels // Button Down // Jeans // Shoes // Tie //

What Melanie's Up To: Reclaim Childhood Fundraiser at The Social Beauty Co.

 Photo Credit: Krista Marie Photography

Head Over Heels with Melanie is thrilled to be a part of a fundraiser happening on January 17th for Reclaim Childhood at The Social Beauty Co.  If you are in the San Francisco Area you should absolutely join in on the fun!  Come get pampered for a good cause, have some nibbles by Claudine of Stiletto and Spice and raise money for a good cause.  And, as if you needed another reason to come, there is a fabulous raffle where you will be able to win tons of fabulous gifts.  One of which is a styling session with me!  Sarah Jenks, Ashley of Tulita Health, and Claudine of Stiletto and Spice are also all offering wonderful goodies!  

Here is some more information about this incredible foundation.

Founded by 2 female college athletes,Reclaim Childhood is for women, by women and all about the female empowerment. RC runs a series of athletic programs throughout the year: summer camps, a fall soccer league, a spring basketball league, Saturday sports clinics and Mother-Daughter Sports Days. In addition, RC hosts coaching clinics to train refugee women to serve as their coaches -  giving then a much needed source of income as well as an opportunity to empower thier daughters through the power of sport.

So stop on by and join in on the fun!  Can't wait to see you!

xoxo,

Melanie