Birth Month Flowers

You all probably know what your birth stone is, but did you know that birth month flowers are a thing? Before Made by Mary (MBM) released their line of birth flower necklaces, we had no idea! These necklaces come in silver, gold, and rose gold and can even be layered. Being the floral lovers that we are, we adore the illustrated flowers on the dainty necklaces. Check out each necklace by month + click on the necklace of your choice to purchase!

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January

January’s flower is the Carnation which symbolizes self-love. Fun fact: the Carnation also represents 1st wedding anniversaries (so boys if you’re looking for a good gift - there you have it…you’re welcome). The Carnation is a classic flower often used as a filler flower in arrangements and worn on special occasions like Mother’s Day, Teacher’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day.

February

The flower for February is the Violet which means true love. Violets are often represented in poetry and are a sign of true love + everlasting affection. Their short vase life (from two to three days) makes them unviable for a commercial product, so you’ll just have to enjoy them in your garden.

March

The Cherry Blossom is the March birth flower that represents gratitude. Cherry Blossoms are a symbolic flower of spring, a time of renewal, and the fleeting nature of life and are huge part of Japanese culture. With a fleeting life span, you have a small window to catch these flowers in bloom — but with this necklace, you get Cherry Blossoms year-round.

APRIL

A classic flower, the Daisy represents purity and the month of April. Dasies are the flower of fresh starts — perfect for anyone taking on a new adventure! Did you know there are actually 43 different types of daisies?? Many look much different than what you probably think of right off the bat. You can see a complete breakdown here of the different types, and some even appear later on down this list, so keep reading!

May

The beautiful Lily of the Valley represents the month of May and means happiness. The name of this flower means “return to happiness” and represents all the little things in life that bring us joy.

june

The always popular Rose is the flower of June and represents balance. With its delicate flowers and rigid thorns, it is the perfect flower to represent the balance of life — challenging times make us appreciate sweeter moments of life even more.

july

The Lotus represents personal growth and is the flower of July. Even with its roots deep in muddy pond water, the Lotus grows into a beautiful flower. The Lotus represents different things to different cultures, but across the board, personal growth is something that knows no barriers.

august

The flower of August is the Poppy. Poppies represent celebrating your dreams. They are an emblem of all the hopes and desires you hope to become, achieve, and create in life. So keep on dreaming August babies!

September

The flower of September is the Peony which symbolizes faith. Peonies are unique in that a single plant will bloom year after year for over 100 years. Every year you can trust these beauties will come back in full bloom. They are good to have in a wedding bouquet not only because they’re beautiful, but also because they are regarded as a symbol of good fortune and a happy marriage.

october

The Marigold flower is a symbol for reminisce and is the birth flower of October. A plant of the Daisy family, the Marigold flower comes in shades of yellow, orange, and copper-brown. The Marigold flower is a symbol of remembering the dead. Taking Marigold flowers to graves of loved ones is a usual practice and it is done in many cultures around the world, especially for Dia de los Muertos.

November

A flower meaning optimism, the Chrysanthemum represents the month of November and is nick-named “Mum”. These flowers are the latest bloomers of the year! The Chrysanthemum brings us the message that even the beginning of winter can have joy and beauty.

December

A Christmas floral, the Holly represents the month of December and means strength. It can grow in the hardest environment and represents the love and dedication to the things that mean the most to you. This plant is symbolic for Christian culture, representing the thorn crown on Jesus.

Friday Faves - International Whiskey Day!

Cheers, It’s International Whiskey Day!

Enjoy 3 of our go-to whiskey cocktails, there’s a drink for everyone.

Whiskey is typically my winter liquor of choice, however, we stumbled upon these three recipes that would definitely make for great summer drinks. I never realized there were so many different options out there when it comes to whiskey drink recipes, but when we decided to stick to “summery” drinks, our research showed us so many fun, new options. My favorite discovery was white whiskey, which I had never had before. If you’re not typically into whiskey, you should give the Casting Aspersions drink a try (uses white whiskey)…you might be, as Toby Keith says, a little “whiskey girl” after all.

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casting aspersions

This citrusy cocktail is perfect for the summertime, it’s incredibly refreshing and easy to drink. For this cocktail, we did not have Amaro Nonino on hand, so we left it out and it still tasted great! Feel free to mix up some of the ingredients to fit your particular taste of choice!

• 2 ounces white whiskey

• 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice

• 3/4 ounce fresh grapefruit juice

• 1/2 ounce honey syrup (2 teaspoons honey mixed with 1 teaspoon warm water)

• 1/2 ounce Amaro Nonino

• Dash of bitters

• Ice

• 1 mint sprig, for garnish

In a cocktail shaker, combine all the ingredients except the ice and garnish. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled ice-filled rocks class and garnish with the mint sprig.

smoky mountain sipper

Another refreshing cocktail — the Smoky Mountain Sipper incorporates fresh blackberries making it unique in it’s own right! If you’re not a fan of pulp, make sure to strain this drink well. We did not have fernet on hand, so we left it out and it was just as delicious!

• 1 1/2 ounces bourbon (we traded for Jack Daniel’s Whiskey)

• 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 ounce blackberry puree

• 1/4 ounce fernet

• 2 mint sprigs

Add all the ingredients to a shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a rocks glass with crushed ice and garnish with 2 mint sprigs.

ole smoky salted caramel sour

If you’re a fan of caramel, this is the drink for you! Not a huge fan of sweet drinks? Feel free to stick to the top two cocktails!

• 3 ounces Smoky Salty Caramel Whiskey

• 1 1/2 ounces lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon caramel sauce

• Fresh lemon twist

• Caramel sauce for rim (optional)

Mix the ingredients into a shaker over ice, strain over fresh ice or into a martini glass and garnish with the fresh orange twist. Enjoy and drink responsibly!

Fiesta Spotlight - Primavera Collection + Fiesta Feet

Fiesta is right around the corner!

Check out some of our favorite pieces from Primavera Collection + Fiesta Feet.

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Why is Fiesta my favorite holiday? Because I love how it's celebrated with vibrant colors, delicious food, and way too many margaritas. On top of all of this, the fashion is so fun and just puts a smile on your face. I truthfully wear it year-round because it makes me feel as though I’m on a Mexican vaca. We had the treat of partnering up with Primavera Collection & Fiesta Feet to show you some of our favorite looks for this Fiesta season and the warmer months to come.

White Multi & Pink Antonia Dress,

Yoko clutch + Havana wedges

This dress is breezy and flattering in so many ways. The San Antonio embroidery and pink edges give this dress a great pop! Accessorize with a colorful Yoko clutch and finish off the look with beautiful neutral wedges!

Mama Maria flats + Confetti Popper flats

Colorful flats that look great and feel great too! These flats scream Fiesta! So whether you’re walking around at NIOSA or The Flambeau Parade, these shoes will be your go-to's.

Off-the-Shoulder Otomi Blouse

This off-the-shoulder piece is vibrant and fun with a classic pink pin-striped pattern, you can dress it up or dress it down. What’s also fun is it can be worn multiple ways - it is a longer blouse that can be tied up on the side. Either way, you’ll be turning heads everywhere you go!

Gatsby Flats

In a classic gold metallic, these shoes can be paired with any outfit and worn year-round. They are made with real leather and will stretch just a bit with wear, so be sure to choose a half size down.

Jalapa Bardot Blouse

We love off-the-shoulder tops because they can be worn so many ways! The contrast of solid black to bright and colorful patterns make this top a show-stopper. Throw on a bold necklace to complete the look and you are ready for Oyster Bake!

Friday Faves - St. Paddy's Day

Don’t get pinched this St. Patrick’s Day!

Check out our fave St. Paddy’s accessories.

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Deep Olive Tote

A girl’s purse is her best companion. We are loving this deep olive tote from Target made by Universal Thread! It is the perfect size to hold your necessities and more. Dress it up or dress it down, either way, people are going to be giving you all the compliments on this one!

Light Mint Sunglasses

Everyone needs a fun pair of sunglasses! These light mint sunglasses from Target are designed by A New Day. Perfect for the beach, mountains, or St. Paddy’s Day Parade…these glasses are versatile and fun with a small price tag, so you don’t have to spend your whole pot of gold on them!

Acrylic Dangle Drop Earrings

These cute earrings actually come in a set of 4 on Amazon! They are lightweight, hypoallergenic, and add a pop of color to almost anything. Buy the 4 pack and use the other 3 as gifts for your girl friends!

Light Green Scarf

A green scarf or bandana is a simple way to fend off pinches. Whether it is already warming up where you live or still snowy and cold, a scarf is nice and versatile. With a fun pattern and tassels for texture, you can’t beat this cute scarf.

Thirsty Goat Amber Ale

Celebrate with an Amber Ale from Thirsty Planet out of Austin, TX. This beer has a sweet, malty and rich, deep flavor with a spicy finish. And better yet, it is locally brewed in Texas. Cheers to a great St. Paddy’s!