Peyton's New Phone from Verizon!

I am super pumped to be one of the Verizon Wireless ambassadors of the south!!!  Why does the word ambassador sound so official, like I have to represent for the USA!  I have never been on the Verizon network so I am happy to give it a run!  The Verizon reps keep all the ambassadors staring out the window waiting for the delivery man so we could find out what phone we were getting!

Weekend Style: Senorita

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  Mine was pretty busy as I prepare to head to NYC for BlogHer this week!  Just a few more days!

Sunday, I was super honored to be a judge in for the Yummy Spoonfuls next Yummy Baby competition.  My ovaries went into to overdrive seeing all these cute babies!  I brought Mister and Peyton along!  I will recap all the cuteness soon!

CARA B Naturally Baby Products Review

There are so many different baby skin and hair care products out there.  You don't know which ones are good, safe or worth the money.  I am excited to bring you this review of Cara B Naturally!

Cara B Naturally products are all natural and chemical free!  They are also certified natural by the Natural Products Association. 

Flats Only for BlogHer? No Ma'am

OMG! In one week I will be in New York City attending BlogHer!!!  Super excited!  Since Suakoko Betty is dressing me for the special events, putting together my outfits has been pretty easy.  But what about SHOES?

Runway Red Fashion Show Atlanta

One of the hottest Children's Fashion Shows is back again in Atlanta on August 11, 2012!

ATLANTA-The Show Me the Way foundation and African Pride Dream Kids are excited to welcome music royalty to the 2012 Runway Red: Wonderland Safari charity kids fashion show. The event is set to take over ZOO Atlanta located at 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 at 7pm on Saturday, August 11, 2012. International superstar Akon's sons will walk the runway along with the children of hip hop's king of the south TI. Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield's little one's will participate and Chilli from TLC's son will return for a repeat performance.

I attended the Runway Red Fashion Show last year and it was OFF THE CHAIN!  See my recap HERE!  Better then most adult shows that I have attended!  I hope Peyton will be able to rip the runway next year : ).
If you live in the Atlanta you must attend this show!  Plus it is for a great cause supporting Show Me the Way Foundation!  For tickets and more information click HERE.

Will I see you there?

Vedette Shapewear Winners!!!

Thanks to everyone that participated in the Vedette giveaway.  I was super excited for this giveaway because I want others to be able to experience the results I have when wearing Vedette! This is something that every mommy and lady should own!

The moment you all have been waiting for!  The 3 winners are.............


Mrs. Collins
Mommy Talkshow
E. Coleman

Congrats ladies!  Expect an email from me soon!  You will have 24hrs to respond with the info needed!

I still have the Shabby Apple Giveaway going on!  Make sure you get entered! HERE!

Baby Gap Deals & Nordstrom Sale!

Since I am headed to New York next week for BlogHer I have been pretty low key with the shopping, especially since I will be dressed by Suakoko Betty! 

Stand Up for Family in Rachel Roy

Friday, I attended the American Family Insurance Stand Up for Family Comedy Tour private reception.   Thanks to Bag Ladies Radio that allowed me to attend and represent for them, thanks Erin!  Stand Up for Family is a family friendly comedy tour hosted by actor/ comedian Bill Bellamy.

Weekend Style: Rompers

Hope everyone had a great weekend!  I went to an event on Friday night and ended up feeling horrible on Saturday!  I just can't get down like I used to!  Sunday I managed to get out of the house to head to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  Of course I took Peyton with me.

Shabby Apple Giveaway!

Hey Ladies!  Got another great giveaway for you!  Shabby Apple is giving one lucky Baby Shopaholic reader a $50 gift card!  Shabby Apple is a boutique with vintage-inspired clothes!   Here are a few of my favorites!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

One of the best sale of the year starts on July 20th!  It is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!  The reason it is one of the best is because it sale where Nordstrom brings out NEW fall items before they are available in most stores at almost half off!  Awesome huh!  I could not link the items because they were only available for early access reward members (that sounds snooty! LOL)

Baby Blue Spotted with Beyonce

I know it's been a while since I posted about Beyonce.  She has been out an about but Blue Ivy stays covered.  But it looks like someone caught Blue Ivy slipping!

Image via Fashion Bomb

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Look at that baby doll!  She looks like she is ready to get into stuff!  Man she looks like Jay!

Beyonce is looking gorgeous at usual with the box braids.  I know everyone is rocking the box braids trends but I don't know if I am down with the Poetic Justice look.  But Bey does make me want to reconsider the look!  Fabulous!

Who do you think Blue Ivy looks like now?  Do you like Beyonce in the braids?

DIY: Bling Chucks Taylor's

Thank you guys for all the Birthday wishes for Peyton! 

You guys saw Peyton's Berry Sweet Birthday outfit with the wonderful skirt from Giavanna's Closet and her blinged out Chuck Taylors!  I think every little girl should have a pair of blinged out shoes!  When I decided that I wanted her to have some chucks I checked out Etsy to find a seller only to find out they cost about $80-$100.  No Ma'am!  So the jewelry maker in me set out to make my own.  Pretty easy but just takes time. 

Under Armour Kids: Review

The great team at Kids Headquarters (manufacture for kids brands for Calvin Klein, Paul Frank, Hurley, Kenneth Cole just to name a few) sent Peyton the cutest little warm up suit from Under Armour's new kids line. 

Weekend Style: Lazy Days

I hope everyone had a great weekend!  My Saturday and Sunday were pretty low key.  We went out for dinner Sunday evening.

 It was muggy outside so Peyton wore jeans.  Top, Old Navy; Jeans, Baby Gap; Cardigan, Baby Gap; Shoes from a friend.

Summer Party at Neiman Marcus

Hey Dolls!  Don't forget to enter the Vedette Shapewear Giveaway!  There will be 3 lucky readers that will win a piece of shapewear!  Click HERE!

Lately I have been laying low trying to recharge but Neiman Marcus had a summer party last Thursday so you know I had to be there!  Ain't No Party like a Neiman Marcus Party!

During the party they had models walking around giving us a sneak peek of the upcoming fall trends!

Fashion Friday on Diary of a Chic Mommy

Happy Friday!  In case you missed it here is a mini recap of the week.  Make sure you check these out:

• Vedette Shapewear Giveaway with Before + After HERE!  
• Peyton and I do a Mommy and Me Outfit Post on the Fashionista Next Door!  HERE!
• Peyton's Birthday party went down last Saturday, check the recap HERE!
• What I am wearing to BlogHer: Suakoko Betty. Check  it out HERE!

Today I am being featured on Diary of a Chic Mommy for Fashion Friday!

Peyton's Berry Sweet 2nd Birthday Party

So my baby is now 2!  Next thing you know I am going to be talking about her sweet 16!  Peyton had a blast at her Berry Sweet 2nd Birthday party at Kangazoom indoor play center!

Mommy + Baby Style on Fashionista Next Door

First, I want to say Happy Birthday to my Mister!!!  I kind of feel bad that his Birthday is just days after Peyton's!  But since her birthday is over he can have my attention for the full day!

My bloggy BFF Eboni from The Fashionista Next Door asked Peyton and I do an outfit post while she was busy working out of town.  Please head over to The Fashionista Next Door and check out Peyton and I putting in werk!  Your going to love her blog, she does the best outfit posts!

Make sure you enter the Vedette Shapewear giveaway!  Three winners!!!  You saw my before & after!  Enter HERE! 

What I'm Wearing to BlogHer: Suakoko Betty!

I am headed to BlogHer in NYC in August!  So you know I gotta get my Carrie Bradshaw on!  I am ecstatic to announce that I will be rocking Suakoko Betty!  Suakoko Betty (pronounced SWAH-ko-ko) specializes in using African inspired prints with contemporary designs!  I don't know if you remember but I started stalking, obsessing falling in love with Suakoko Betty after meeting the designer Charlene at a fashion show earlier this year!

Launched in 2007, suakoko betty (pronounced SWAH-ko-ko) transforms authentic West African wax and resist-dye prints into dresses and separates that are flattering and current.  

Check out these fabulous fashions!

Vedette Shapewear Giveaway!

Yesterday, I shared my before and after wearing Vedette Shapewear for the V-Shape category!  Check out the full review HERE.

Vedette Shapewear Review: Before + After

There is no secret that I am a huge fan of shapewear!  Even before I became a mom.  I figure why limit myself to what I can and can not wear if all I need is little under garment to make the difference!

I was selected by Vedette Shapewear to be one of the first Moms to review a few pieces for the V-Shape series!  Lawd knows they picked the right person!  Check me out as I go from Flab to Fab!

Weekend Style: Colorful

We celebrated Peyton's 2nd Birthday on Saturday!  Thank you guys for all the birthday wishes!  She had a blast!  I will share pics from her party soon.  Here is a quick look at what she wore on Thursday out with me running errands for the party.

 Peyton with her Baby Alive doll.  Peyton is wearing a dress from the Carters store.  It was $7!

I just love these soft neon colors.

Were you on vacation last week?   Did you go anywhere special?  I felt like I was the only person working!

Happy 2nd Birthday to Peyton!

Today my baby Peyton is 2 years old!  I can not believe how fast this time has went by!

Peyton's newborn picture

5 Ways to Wear Shorts

Hey Ladies!  Megan from The Frugalista Diaries has a new series called 5 Ways to Wear!  She is featuring some of your favorite bloggers, including your truly : )  Head over to The Frugalista Diaries and check out the 5 Ways to Wear Shorts!

I am going to need for Megan to hand over those shoes!

How do you wear shorts?

Our 4th of July Style

I hope everyone enjoyed Independence Day!  We had a great time with family and friends.  I thought I would share our 4th of July fits.

Happy 4th of July

Have a great and safe 4th of July!

What are you guys doing today?  What are you wearing today?  I need something comfortable so I can grub!  See you guys tomorrow!

GrUVy Wear Review

July 4th is tomorrow!  Can't wait to have a day off and EAT!

Peyton received this cute active swimwear from GrUVy Wear!  As hot as it has been in Atlanta we need it!

GrUVy Wear specializes in protective swim wear that offers a UPF of 50+, blocking over 98% of the sun's harmful rays.

No matter the color of your skin you need to be protected from harmful rays!  UV rays can cause sunburn, aging and of course cancer!  Kids have to be protected from the UV rays at birth!  Most damage is done before kids reach 18 years old!  I think GrUVy Wear is a great product for kids to wear especially if they are outside for an extended period of time.  This a great option for the water park, boating, and jet skiing.

Ready to go mom!

Peyton in her hang ten pose!

Here are some other Sun Safety Tips:

• The sun is at it's strongest between 10am - 4pm.  Try to seek shade during these times
• Wear protective clothing!  GrUVy Wear has got you covered!
• Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before heading outside.
• Wear shades to protect your eyes.  Another reason to wear fabulous shades!
• If your child gets sun burned apply pure Aloe Vera gel and you can use ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve pain  

GrUVy Wear has protective clothing for babies, kids and adults!  You can even mix and match tops and bottoms to match for team sports or add bling details!  


GrUVy Wear is offering 15% off to Baby Shopaholic readers until July 15!  Use code SAVE1549 at checkout

What do you do to protect yourself from UV rays?

I received a complimentary outfit from GrUVyWear in exchange for this post.  All opinions expressed are my own

Weekend Style: HOT!

Happy July!!!  Hope you guys had a great weekend!  It has literally been HOTLANTA this weekend!  It was hotter than Satan's Breath! LOL! Got  that from Andrea from Hollywood Exes. She is hilarious!  But for real, it was a record breaking 106 all weekend!

On Sunday we managed to make it to church on Sunday.  But this little sweetie pie of mine needed a nap because she was hitting people around us with the fans they pass out, running, and yelling "COOOKIEE!"  At least she looked cute in the process.