CHEERS TO A BRIGHT NEW YEAR

Outfit Details

Rose Gold Aviators: Quay Australia // Pink Feather Bolero: Jocelyn 

Rose Gold Sequin Dress: Lulus // Nude Open Toe Pump: Christian Louboutin 

Pink Lady Dior Bag: Christian Dior similar: Ted Baker 

Dry Texturizing Hair Spray: Oribe // Pink Matte Lipstick: Kat Von D color Armageddon

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I wanted to wish all of you a new year filled with love, laughs and all the rosé! Thank you to each and every one of you for being so loving and supportive since day one! Running on Rosé is a new adventure that I freshly started in November 2017 to share my love for fashion, running and all things rosé (pink)!  I've had so much fun sharing my life with y'all and I can't wait to share what's in store for 2018!

Happy 2018! Cheers to health, happiness, love and remember to always be Running on Rosé! 

NEW YEARS ROSÉLUTIONS

Happy Holidays! I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! I know I sure did! I ate and drank all that I possibly could but to me that's a part of the holiday season. I like to treat myself and I am not one to turn down delicious homemade food or fancy cocktails. I have always believed that finding a good balance when doing so makes the treats that much more enjoyable. With that said, 2018 is in just a few short days and many of us set New Years Resolutions or as I like to call them Rosélutions. It's a good time to reset, adjust or modify goals we have made for ourselves. I like to set goals for myself much like a bucket list. I think it's extremely important to look forward to and enjoy what you want to accomplish! Your goals should be fun and realistic! The more realistic they are, the more attainable they are. Set goals that make you a better version of your already fabulous self! Do what will make you happy! Do something you've always wanted to do! I recall in 2010 when I made a Rosélution to myself to sign up for a half marathon and turn my love for running into a sport. I did it! I ran my first half marathon in 2010 and I'm about to run my 20th race in January 2018! I run because I enjoy it and I run races because they hold me accountable to meet my goals. I've never regret running a race, ever! Rosélutions do not have to be the hardest thing you've ever done, they should be a goal that you want to set for yourself and accomplish. It's no secret I love my rosé and coffee but instead of giving them up 100%, I select the days/times/events that I will enjoy them at. Selecting certain times I will treat myself makes reaching my goal of cutting back on my two favorite drinks, realistic and attainable.

I wanted to share some of my favorite motivational items and tips that help me become a better version of myself and encourage me to meet my New Years Rosélutions. I hope you enjoy them and can benefit from them as well! I have a feeling 2018 will be extra fabulous and these items will help cheer you on along the way!

HYDRATE! HYDRATE! HYDRATE!

Infrared Insulated Water Bottle: S'well  // Glitter Bomb 16 oz water bottle: ban.do

Lip Print Water Bottle: bkr // Spiked Silicone Water Bottle: bkr

I can't say it enough HYDRATE! Whether I am training for a race or not, I always make sure to drink tons of water all day to stay hydrated. H2O is not only good for hydration but it also keeps your skin looking clear and pretty. Something that seems to help me drink water all day is a cute water bottle. I take one to the gym, I keep one at work and I always have one in the car with me. There's something about seeing a fun, pink, sparkly water bottle that makes me want to keep on sipping! Drink up! 

LEGGING LOVE

Rosé Champagne Leggings: Goldsheep similar : Etsy // Pink PomPom Beanie: similar: H&M

Ugg Boots: Nordstrom

It's no secret how much I love a fun pair of leggings! Not only are they cute and fun, but they help get the job done! How can you not smile when you see rosé bottles or unicorns while working out? They are also fun to wear while running errands or just because. I am not opposed to wearing cute leggings with a blazer and heels either. If I wanna wear it, I wear it! Rosé all day!

Unicorn Leggings: POPRAGEOUS // Pink Fur Slides: Steve Madden

Leopard Leggings: Onzie // Star-Print Leggings: Ultracor // Black Fur Slides: UGG

Hot Pink Leggings: exact (Lululemon from a few years ago) similar: alo

STAY ORGANIZED 

Agenda Book: Louis Vuitton 

I am a firm believer in the good old fashion habit of writing things down. I find when I write things down I am staying more organized and I am holding myself accountable for my actions. I do keep notes and alerts in my phone but there is something about writing stuff down that means more to me. I write down all of the norm like events, appointments, birthdays, holidays, when Sir Bentley needs his meds and so on. I also write down when I work out, how many miles I completed, how many calories I burned, when I ate out or unhealthy, when I drank rosé and when I had Starbucks. I have done this for years and find that seeing all of my workouts and health habits written down (with a pink pen of course) make me accountable and responsible for my actions. I even total them up at the end of the week! I like to feel proud of myself and you should too! We deserve to treat ourselves but I want to make sure to stay healthy at the same time. If I have a few too many indulgences that week, I clean it up the following week. Cheers!

I Am Very Busy Agenda: ban.do // Get On My Level Agenda: Fringe Studio

Create Your Life Plan Agenda: kikki.K Create //  Blue Leather Personal Planner: kikki.K Create

LOVE THE SKIN YOU'RE IN

Customized Sun Hat: similar Etsy // Unicorn Float: Amazon

Our skin is our body's largest organ. We need to love, nurture and invest in it! By invest I mean spend the time and energy into taking great care of it. Great products really help too! Working in the cosmetic industry for so many years has taught me to really take the time to care for my skin. A few minutes each day saves you a lot of expensive and not so gentle procedures in the future. I am a runner so naturally I run outside. I love it and I will always do it but I make sure to wear sunscreen, sunglasses and most of the time a visor. If there are two things that I swear by, it's sunscreen and retinol. I spend about 10 minutes (my husband says 30 minutes) every night cleansing and applying my products even if I'm tired. I am also a huge fan of a skin treatment called Dermaplane. Dermaplane is a treatment that is done by a sterile blade that gently exfoliates dead skin and "peach fuzz". Once the dead skin cells and "peach fuzz" are removed, you are left with fresh, vibrant skin that allows for a flawless makeup application. I swear by Dermaplane and get one every six weeks. The treatment takes about 30 minutes and most medical spas and cosmetic surgery offices perform the treatment. Now start pampering your skin and give yourself that glow you deserve!  

* I highly recommend purchasing retinol from a Dermatologist or Doctor's office to get the medical grade product strength.

  

AlphaRet Overnight Cream (Retinoid): Skin Better Science // Retinol Complex: SkinMedica

Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50: SkinCeuticals // Daydream Mineral Primer SPF 30: COOLA

TREAT YO-SELF

The Enchantment Box: Enchantment Box 

Ok, so we do all of these things all year long to look and feel our best and sometimes it can get overwhelming. I do believe in working hard and improving yourself but I also believe in treating yourself! I know it can be easy to want to reward ourselves with sweets and desserts but that can also keep us from reaching our goals. One of my favorite ways to treat myself is with something that will help me stay on track and motivate me to keep going. Let me introduce you to my new found favorite treat, The Enchantment Box! Have you ever received a box at your door that has a pink and blue cotton candy sky on it with a pink unicorn? Well I hadn't either! I have never had a cuter package delivered to me before and what's inside is even better! You know I love anything and everything that is unicorn related and this box is full of magic! Each month has a different theme and is filled with self-love encouraging vegan items and treats! The December box was called the Snow Queen and let me tell you, it lived up to it's name! You just have to subscribe and treat yo-self! Do you believe in unicorns? 

I'm a Unicorn Hoodie: Enchantment Box // Unicorn Keychain/ Bag Charm: Enchantment Box

HAPPY GIRLS ARE THE PRETTIEST 

Heart Shaped Sunglasses: similar Takesh J'adore // White Crop Tee: Topshop 

Pink Tutu similar: Etsy 

Last but not least...Always remember to smile! A smile is free and can make someones day, even your own. My mom always told me to smile because she said I looked so much prettier and I must say...she was right! Smile lines are the only lines I don't mind having because they tell a story, perhaps a fairy tale come true! 

Thank you so much for visiting and good luck with your New Years Rosélutions! Have a magical day and remember to always be Running on Rosé!

ROSÉ HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

Merry Christmas Ornament: Amazon

Happy Holidays! Welcome to my pink Winter Wonderland! I'm excited to share my home with you all and show you how I decorated for the holidays! This is my favorite time of year and I am always so sad to take all of my decorations down but before I even think about that, let me give you a look inside.

I like to go glam for the holidays, why not? When we first moved into our home (Villa Dugat) I knew exactly how I wanted to decorate for Christmas. I envisioned a fabulous, sparkly, pink winter wonderland, so I created just that! At that time, I wasn't sure if pink was recognized as a Christmas color but I was determined to make it one.

Since then, I have added two more Christmas trees totaling 3 and I think I'm done...for now. I like to set an ambiance with my decor and I believe it should start at the entrance.

WELCOME TO VILLA DUGAT

   

Peppermint Mug: Sur la Table

Welcome to our home! Come in, it's cold outside! Please enjoy a pink hot chocolate and make yourself cozy. We are so happy you are here to share our Christmas magic with us!

PINK Hot Chocolate Recipe 

In a sauce pan over medium heat, add milk, white chocolate chips and a few drops of vanilla extract. Once melted, add a couple drops of pink food coloring and carefully pour into your favorite mug. Add whipped topping and as many sprinkles, marshmallows, crushed peppermint or chocolate chips as you like. Enjoy!

 

Candle: Jo Malone Courtly Check Vase: Mackenzie Childs

Set the Ambiance 

A lovely candle, beautiful fresh flowers...these are my two must have home essentials. I must share with you that I have found the perfect holiday scent! This candle is by Jo Malone and it's called Pomegranate Noir. Every time someone walks in our home they comment on how good it smells. It smells like a glam winter day! I have always loved fresh flowers but I especially love them during the holidays because they really liven up the place. I like to put them in my favorite vases and place them all around the house. Now just add your favorite holiday tunes and you are ready to entertain!

Pink and Blue Nutcracker: Amazon

Mr. and Mrs. Nutcracker 

Of course I had to have a pink nutcracker! Pink for me, blue for the Mr. I love bringing them out when it's time to decorate, they bring me back to my childhood. Fun Fact: In 5th grade I had the lead role as The Nutcracker in our school play. Too bad I had to wear a red uniform instead of pink!

Rustic Windowpane Mirror: Kohl's   Vintage Silver Champagne Holder: Pottery Barn

Holiday Kitchen 

I love this mirror window so much! It's a mirror that looks like a window and I place it in front of my kitchen window so I can see the reflection of my fireplace and stockings as I'm being domestic. I added a couple flocked trees and log candles so I can pretend I'm in a log cabin. I am so happy I found this vintage champagne holder. On most occasions, I have it filled with bottles of Rosé but for the holidays I filled it with glittery Christmas ornaments. Don't worry, I'll have it filled with Rosé for New Years! 

White faux fur stocking: Wayfair 

The fur stockings were hung by the chimney with care...

Of course I had to continue the glam Christmas theme into the living room. Once I saw these furry stockings I knew they were meant to be on our mantle. The kitchen, main living room and dining room are all open and connect to each other so I wanted to make sure to carry this glam look throughout this floor of the house.

Faux fur storage bin: Bed Bath and Beyond   Pink Ornaments: Bellacor

Preparing for tree #1...the PINK aka ROSÉ Christmas tree! 

I love the prep for this tree so much because I know what lies ahead when it's all said and done. The ornaments for this tree are pink, blush, gold, rose gold, hologram white and clear hologram rainbow which I like to call "unicorn". I get them all together so I can pre-plan where I am going to hang each one of them. I may be completely covered in white flock during this entire process but it is so worth it! Now grab an ornament and help me! 

White Flocked Christmas Tree: Amazon 

Here she is...Christmas Tree ROSÉ 

I love everything about this tree! To me, it's so soft, pretty and feminine. I must thank my sweet Hubby for allowing me to have this tree on our main floor. I told him before we moved in that I envisioned a tree just like this and he said ok right away. I also told him that Santa will leave him extra presents since he let me have my Rosé Christmas tree!

Another view of this Rosé Beauty! I love walking up the stairs and being welcomed by this Pink Winter Wonderland! I feel like a kid again and it's impossible not to smile.

Chandelier: Z Gallerie  Similar: Wayfair

During the day this formal living room is really bright and the 

sunshine fills the room with warmth and happiness. It's even better during the holidays when the Christmas tree reflects in the mirror.

At night, the chandelier and Christmas lights make this room feel so glam and chic. The lights from the city skyline fill the room and I feel like I'm vacationing in Paris, oui oui. On cold nights I like to turn the fireplace on and light all the candles to enhance the romantic vibes. As pretty as I like this room to look, I also like it to be just as cozy, I think Sir Bentley agrees! I also enjoy the sounds of French dinner music playing in the background and a nice glass of rosé with my love. Cheers! 

 

Macaron Ornaments: Neiman Marcus   Glitter Eiffel Tower Ornaments: Amazon 

Paris is ALWAYS a good idea!

Now travel with me downstairs to Paris mon amour! It's no secret how fond I am of Paris and everything Parisian inspired. I fell in love with the romance of the city and wanted to take away as much inspiration as I possibly could. The Eiffel Tower, macarons, chandeliers and fashion that dress this tree were inspired by the City of Lights. Join me in visiting tree # 2... The CHANEL Christmas tree.

I wanted this tree to speak fashion and look ever so chic! When I walk by this tree I hear it say "Bonjour Madame!"

Faux Fur Coat: (similar) Forever 21

Adding the finishing touches

I love that I can admire this chic tree all the way up the stairs and all the way down. I also like to stand at the top of the staircase and look down, I feel like I am looking at a mini version of Paris. 

Miniature Eiffel Tower: Amazon

je t'aime Paris 

Bonjour, please meet Christmas tree #2, Madame CHANEL. Of course a Paris inspired tree would not be complete without a miniature Eiffel Tower. I have heard that Santa leaves extra CHANEL bags under this tree to stay with the Parisian theme. Merci Beaucoup!

Follow me

Now if you will please follow Sir Bentley (our 6 lb. mini Pomeranian) into our final room of the tour...

Oversized Pink Cupcake Box: Etsy Teal Blue Candle Holder: Wayfair

Welcome to CANDYLAND

Sugar and spice and everything nice that's what this room is made of! I wanted this living area to feel like a bright, fun land of candy and magic! This is where we all gather for the fun and games during our annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party. There's always a lot of fun and laughter held in this room. 

Sweets and Sparkles 

Our nieces were the inspiration behind this theme and I told them they can have anything they want

when they are in CANDYLAND because it's magical! I decorated this tree with the biggest, pinkest, most sparkly ornaments I could possibly find. Some are old, some are new like these unicorn glitter ornaments and I love them all the same! 

Macaron Christmas Tree: Old from Home Goods Unicorn Snow Globe: West Elm 

Pink Box with Macaron Ornaments: Neiman Marcus

Macarons Anyone?

This macaron tree has been one of my favorite decorations for the past few years. I was strolling through Home Goods one day and it literally jumped into my cart. The pink box had 6 of the cutest macaron ornaments inside and I ate them! Just kidding, they are now on my tree. I guess I've always had a thing for macarons. The unicorn snow globe makes me so happy! I have loved snow globes since I was a child but a unicorn snow globe, now that's magical! 

Sugar High

This is our last and final tree #3... SWEET DREAMS. I truly feel like a kid in a candy store when I look at this Christmas tree. Ice cream, cupcakes, unicorns oh my! Which one do I eat first? Where do I start? Lucky for me, they are all ornaments but that doesn't mean I don't have candy bowls all around the room! That's right, help yourself, you know you want to! 

Cozy Slippers: UGG Pink Jogger Pants: H&M

Now if you'll excuse me, I have a nice glass of rosé to enjoy while I kick up my feet and enjoy my Pink Winter Wonderland. Thank you for visiting Villa Dugat and remember to always be Running on Rosé!