Here is my latest list of the things in my life that I’m really loving and finding I can’t live without. So many of these things are focused on self care and living well because as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the great importance of taking care of myself, sooo here we go!

A Versatile and Cute Swimsuit Cover-up

Last summer, I looked and looked for a versatile, white and cute swimsuit cover-up and never found one that I loved! This year…I started looking early and found this one from Lilly Pulitzer. It goes with almost any swimsuit, is a good length, goes from the pool to lunch and I love it! Another item that I replace every year are my Tory Burch Miller Sandals. I love all the colors, but I think the metallic ones are the most versatile, so this year I chose the rose gold! My cute bag is from Modus Rio and I’ve already worn it so much. It’s great for the pool as well because it has a leather bottom with little brass feet, so you don’t have to worry about things getting wet. I also love it with white jeans!

Hydrafacial

“HydraFacial is the only hydradermabrasion procedure that combines cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration and antioxidant protection simultaneously, resulting in clearer, more beautiful skin with no discomfort or downtime. The treatment is soothing, moisturizing, non-invasive and non-irritating.”

I have talked about Hydrafacial so many times on Crazy Blonde Life (here and here) as well as on Instagram! I just cannot tell you how much I love this facial. It makes my skin look smoother and my pores appear smaller…my makeup goes on more smoothly and it gives me confidence that my skin looks great! If you’re local, I highly recommend you go to Alamance Esthetics. Karen Lowe, the owner is a Black Diamond Certified Hydrafacial provider…basically that means that she’s the best! Every time I go, I feel pampered and leave feeling relaxed!

Daily Exercise + A Cute Outfit to Work Out In

Last year, I had a bad case of appendicitis, followed by surgery, infection, more infection, antibiotics, more antibiotics…you get the picture…it was a nightmare and a took a full month for me to even be able to walk a block. I have worked out in some way for most of my life and it was important to me to get my strength back. Over last summer, I walked miles and miles and got back in shape, but my body seemed different. I’ve gotten back to the gym and working with a trainer at least 4 times a week and I feel so much better and I’m seeing changes in my body that can only come from lifting weights. I also know that weight bearing exercise is so important to women as we get older.

A few weeks ago, I needed some new clothes for the gym and found the cutest and best fitting things at Target. I’m linking a few of them below. The tops run small while the pants run true to size.

Olaplex Shampoo & Conditioner + Repair Treatment

After a couple of years of experiencing hair damage, I’ve switched things up a bit. I’m no longer getting the harsh highlights I got for so many years…I’ve switched to balayage and I can tell a difference in the health of my hair already. I’ve also been taking a supplement called Nutrifol as well as using Olaplex products. After one treatment of the Olaplex Hair Perfector, my hair feels and looks better. I also love the Maintenance Shampoo and Conditioner.

Flare Jeans

Flare and bootcut jeans are back and I’m totally embracing the trend for summer. Flare jeans make your legs look longer and are great to wear with summer sandals! Here are a few of my favorite pairs!

My Dyson Hairdryer

“A Dyson Supersonic™ hair dryer is engineered to protect hair from extreme heat damage, with the fastest drying+ and controlled styling to help increase smoothness by 75 percent, increase shine by up to 132 percent, and decrease frizz and flyaways by up to 61 percent.”

Age Reversing Skin Care Products

I don’t know about you, but I have loved being in the sun all my life and when I was younger, I didn’t wear sunscreen as often as I should have. The skin on my body is full of freckles and is starting to look crepey in some places. I have discovered Environ Products that help to correct sun damage and tighten crepey skin. I slather my body night and day with Environ Enhanced A, C & E Body Oil, and Environ Derma Lac Lotion!

A Good Computer Bag

I have traveling more than ever lately and I don’t see an end to it soon. I always bring my computer with me, because I can work from anywhere so this Tory Burch Bag has been a lifesaver. It has a zip pocket in the middle that is large enough to hold my computer as well as two other compartments that hold a myriad of things, useful and not so useful.

All Things Eye Swoon

I have been following Athena Calderone on her blog, Eye Swoon, for many years, and when her first cookbook called Eat Beautiful came out, I immediately purchased it and it did not disappoint! Eat Beautiful is full of the most delicious recipes and the photography is very beautiful. Even if you don’t love to cook, you will enjoy this book! Now Athena has a new book out called Live Beautiful and I’m so excited to receive mine as I’m sure it will be just as amazing as her first!

Anything by Julie Miles

My friend, jewelry designer and talented clothing designer, Julie Miles has so many new things this season. I was fortunate to be able to have dinner with her last week while we were in Florida and see her new designs. She is doing a trunk show at the Ritz Carlton in Naples and I just wanted everything! I’m picturing my favorite Pearl and Quartz necklace from her collection below! The dress I’m wearing in the picture above is one of Julie’s designs. It’s the perfect resort dress because it’s easy breezy to wear and just fitted enough but not too fitted. I’m wearing it with my favorite new Cult Gaia Transparent sandals and stacks of Julie Miles bracelets on my arm.

A Packable Hat and Great Sunglasses

The beach hat I’m wearing is from Nordstrom and only $29! It’s packable, comes in 3 colors and is great for keeping the sun off my face. My sunglasses are from a couple of seasons ago and are my favorites, but I’m linking a few pairs in all price ranges below.

Baldy and I are leaving in the morning to go on a Regent Seven Seas cruise! We are so excited to have been invited on the inaugural voyage of Splendor…their brand new ship! I’ll be sharing it all here, on Instagram and on my Stories…so keep checking! It’s going to be amazing!