Monday Musings


Happy Monday friends! Today seems fitting for a bit of a brain dump – a few weekend moments and some Monday musings. 






// I picked up theFormula X System to Go from Clix (the color set is “Thrilling” – a cloud grey). I’d scoped it out in the check out line a few times before and decided to finally pick it up! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had a manicure chip on vacation and having a mini set like this (TSA approved) with you would solve the problem! I can tell you from one use – I love the top coat – it dries fast and gives a pretty shiny finish! 






// This video of a 10 year old boy’s views on materialism is incredibly eye opening! To say he “gets it” would be an understatement. 






// I was on a reading spree a couple months ago, but sadly it’s slowed down a lot recently. Thankfully an upcoming flight this week is going to leave me with some downtime and I can’t wait to read Truly, Madly, Guilty – the reviews have been really good and the synopsis has hooked me. Have you read it?





// I had the best luck at TJ Maxx, this weekend and made some great purchases including this Max Studio dress for pennies!! My favorite is when they have the “original tag” but then they have the store tag of the item and it’s not even close to what the “compare price” originally costs – you know what I mean?!




// Gary has been asking me to go to Tavern in the Square’s all you can eat brunch and we finally had a chance to check it out on Sunday. I don’t know about you, but “all you can eat” is sort of lost on me because I get stuffed after one turn up! What I will always have room for – cake pops! 




//Saturday night I cozied up with a nice glass of wine & watched Mother’s Day the movie. Obviously it was predictable, but who doesn’t love a little feel good romantic comedy?! 



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// Bespoke Boston Weddings & VS Photography are excited to host our first ever Bridal Pop Up event on Sunday, August 21st from 11 AM -2 PM. We have lined up some of Boston’s most unique and talented wedding vendors and it’s going to be a really fun afternoon! If you want to read more check out our event site and if you’re a Massachusetts bride – we hope you’ll come!! 



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  1. Unknown
    August 8, 2016 / 11:30 am

    Sounds like a great weekend! I am loving your TJ find, adorable and it's even better when you get it for a steal!

    Xoxo,
    Whitney & Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  2. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    August 8, 2016 / 11:32 am

    I'm hoping to pick up Truly, Madly, Guilty sometime soon to read too! I've heard it's really good. And I'm definitely not an all you can eat buffet type person, but for desserts….I could definitely do that haha!! Happy Monday!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  3. Girl Meets Bow
    August 8, 2016 / 11:49 am

    I've heard Truly, Madly, Guilty is great! Can't wait to hear what you think! And your snaps so the buffet had me stuffed just thinking about it. Ha! Have an awesome week!

  4. Andrea Nine
    August 8, 2016 / 11:59 am

    LOVE that dress and the feeling I get when I leave TJ Maxx with some great finds! Yep, buffets are fun but I don't usually have room to go back up for more. You bridal pop up show will be amazing, I just know it!! Happy Monday!!

  5. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    August 8, 2016 / 12:08 pm

    I have that book for a long flight too and I'm thinking I need that polish set. I really want to see Mother's Day!

  6. Veronica-VeroSays!
    August 8, 2016 / 12:16 pm

    I've never tried any of the Sephora polishes but when I'm on vacation I usually paint my nails and take hat one polish color with me for touch ups. Especially if we go to Puerto Rico, beach beach beach. I saw that video of the little boy! Perfection! Looking forward to sharing your bridal event on my Facebook? Happy Monday!! Xo

  7. Amy @ Getz Girl on Fire
    August 8, 2016 / 12:28 pm

    Love that dress on you!!! And what I see on that dessert table are Whoopie Pies . . . we love those since my husband is from Maine!!! I love a rom com and I'm not sure I've ever seen that movie – I need to check it out! Happy Monday!

  8. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    August 8, 2016 / 12:42 pm

    The TJ Maxx dress was a great find! It is either hit…or mostly miss for me in that store. Have a great week Biana!

  9. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    August 8, 2016 / 12:42 pm

    The TJ Maxx dress was a great find! It is either hit…or mostly miss for me in that store. Have a great week Biana!

  10. Ashley G
    August 8, 2016 / 12:43 pm

    I can't wait to read Truly Madly Guiltly! Let me know how you like it!

  11. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    August 8, 2016 / 12:45 pm

    That maxi dress is absolutely gorgeous on you! Love it! And I've heard mixed things about Truly Madly Guilty. I just finished The Light Between Oceans so I'll probably download it next! Happy Monday friend!<3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  12. Anonymous
    August 8, 2016 / 12:49 pm

    Happy Monday Biana ! I love love love the new dress from TJ Maxx !

  13. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    August 8, 2016 / 12:56 pm

    I am obsessed with that maxi dress! Definitely inspired me to hit up our TJ Maxx because sometimes they have such amazing finds! If only we were getting married in MA–that wedding event sounds like so much fun!!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  14. Kate at Green Fashionista
    August 8, 2016 / 12:57 pm

    Always room for cake pops, and yummmm to brunch! That dress is perfection on you, and yay for scoring such an amazing deal! Cheers to a fabulous week gurlie <3
    Green Fashionista

  15. kerri @ cheshire kat
    August 8, 2016 / 1:08 pm

    ah that nail polish set/kit seems absolutely perfect for travel. nothing stressed me out more than chipped nails on a trip. ok more does but you get it haha. that dress is just perfection on you – so slimming! and i agree – always room for cake pops πŸ™‚

    xoxo cheshire kat

  16. Brandi Jo Little, Author
    August 8, 2016 / 1:11 pm

    That dress from TJ Maxx is so pretty!!! I love it on you! Happy Monday!

  17. Coffee and Cosmos
    August 8, 2016 / 1:23 pm

    I LOVE the dress! There's nothing like a good TJ Maxx haul!

  18. Dorrie @ Rt 1 US 1
    August 8, 2016 / 1:33 pm

    Love the dress! And everything on that dessert table I could be content with!! – Dorrie @ Rt 1 US 1

  19. Christina Lea Loves
    August 8, 2016 / 1:41 pm

    I love that dress you picked up – such a great find! I actually did the same exact thing on Saturday night – same movie and all – it was cute!

  20. Ashley Lillis
    August 8, 2016 / 1:42 pm

    It sounds like you had such a good weekend, and that brunch looks absolutely amazing! I feel like I've been in a reading slump lately too, but I'm looking forward to catching up with reading on a flight this week too! I've been listening to Truly, Madly, Guilty, and so far I"m loving it! That's so exciting about your Pop Up Event!

  21. Zelle B.
    August 8, 2016 / 1:45 pm

    Sounds like an amazing weekend! That dress – such an amazing find and it looks so fab on you! I've not read that book but should add it to my list. I started See Me – latest Nicholas Sparks book – and so far, it's pretty good!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  22. Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    August 8, 2016 / 1:54 pm

    Your pop up event sounds great! I hope it's a huge success. Love TJ Maxx and I totally know what you mean about the tags! That dessert today at brunch looks amazing! Have an awesome week!

    Ashley
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

  23. Kathleen
    August 8, 2016 / 1:54 pm

    I have been dying to read Truly, Madly, Guilty too. I love all her other books and this one looks just as good too! πŸ™‚ And I 100% know what you're talking about with TJMaxx and price tags! Makes you feel so good! lol

  24. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    August 8, 2016 / 2:01 pm

    I loved Mother's Day too. Those are my favorite types of movies – the ones where you can sit back and relax and just feel good throughout the movie (and maybe a few tears lol). That TJ Maxx dress looks like it was made for you! Have a great Monday

  25. a little bit of emily
    August 8, 2016 / 2:40 pm

    That dress is super cute – looks so comfy! All you can eat brunch sounds amazing, but like you I fill up fast! My eyes are always bigger than my stomach. πŸ™‚

  26. Rachel McCarthy
    August 8, 2016 / 2:42 pm

    Don't you love a good TJ Maxx find?! This dress is so cute, and what a deal! Happy Monday!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  27. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    August 8, 2016 / 3:02 pm

    Your pop up bridal event looks like so much fun! Glad y'all had a great weekend πŸ™‚

  28. Rebecca Jo
    August 8, 2016 / 3:07 pm

    Total 2 thumbs up for that dress. PERFECT!
    I cant wait to get my hands on that book too – I keep hearing great things.

  29. According to Kiki
    August 8, 2016 / 3:09 pm

    I LOVE that dress! I looks terry cloth? Or similar fabric? You know, that perfect summer fabric that feels like you've just stepped off the beach on vacation? I'm a fan of feeling a good summer fabric that reminds me of the beach. (;

  30. Leah Behr
    August 8, 2016 / 3:12 pm

    Omg I am in love with that dress you have on! It looks so comfy and chic!

    xx Leah / eatpraywearlove.com

  31. The Girl who Loved to Write
    August 8, 2016 / 3:18 pm

    I love when that happens with the tags at TJ Maxx! What a good find!

  32. Karly @ What Karly Said
    August 8, 2016 / 3:32 pm

    I am obsessed with that dress – such a good find! Definitely going to check out that nail polish system, too – always a fan when it's travel friendly.

  33. Kathy@MoreCoffeeLessTalky
    August 8, 2016 / 3:32 pm

    i LOVE that dress!
    i have the worst luck at Winners. I rarely find my size and when I do, the prices aren't that cheap :(.

  34. Nadine
    August 8, 2016 / 3:40 pm

    ! I've been listening to Truly, Madly, Guilty the last week or so and while I think it is good, it hasn't grabbed me the way her other books have. Mainly because I just want to know wtf happened at the BBQ already?!?!?!? Hahaha. I was hoping to have in completed for the book link up tomorrow but I have 9 hours left. It is a long book! I love your dress you found at TJ Maxx!!! So pretty! Nothing is better than scoring big there!

  35. Jalisa
    August 8, 2016 / 3:49 pm

    That video of the boy is truly humbling! I can't get over how articulate and wise he is at such a young age, I'm hoping he can really resonate with other kids his age that come across the video. Perhaps even more so adults! He was speaking truth and in today's society, everyone can benefit from watching it, thanks for sharing! That book sounds so interesting and relatable, too. I'm currently reading Joyce Meyer's The Love Revolution, which I'm loving, though I'm crying at the turn of every page! When I'm finished with that, perhaps I'll read the one you've shared! That dress looks SO good on you, girl! I love Max Studio's piece, they tend to really get it right in terms of fit in whatever it is and I know exactly the feeling of looking at the original price vs. the Maxx price! In fact, years ago, I scored a pair of jeans that were priced at nearly $400 and got it for such a deal that I kept that tag for years, haha. I felt THAT amazing! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I wish I could come out and support your pop up shop; I hope it's such a success! Have a wonderful week ahead!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  36. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    August 8, 2016 / 3:59 pm

    I will definitely have to give the polish set a try…I really like the color you picked too. Such a great find at TJMaxx…I love going there but I often forget about it because it's out of the way for me. That dessert bar…yum!
    So excited for your event, I hope y'all have a great turnout!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lilyο»Ώ

  37. The Fashion Folks
    August 8, 2016 / 4:13 pm

    Such a chic maxi dress and so good with the price too! And love a good brunch, especially when you can just eat and eat even though I feel you on having a full stomach after one plate haha! Xx

    thefashionfolks.com

  38. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    August 8, 2016 / 4:14 pm

    That all you can eat brunch looks amazing. And that kid is wise beyond his years. I wish all kids, and some adults, could hear that message.

  39. Elle Sees
    August 8, 2016 / 4:14 pm

    Score!! That is the BEST when you see the original price and get an amazing deal. YAsss! And YAY for the popup shop!!

  40. Tess Felber_Sequins are the New Black
    August 8, 2016 / 5:11 pm

    Can't wait for you event!! I'm also loving that dress!!
    xox Tess | Sequins are the New Black

  41. Tess Felber_Sequins are the New Black
    August 8, 2016 / 5:12 pm

    Can't wait for you event!! I'm also loving that dress!!
    xox Tess | Sequins are the New Black

  42. Jenn
    August 8, 2016 / 5:14 pm

    Love the dress you found!
    I was excited for Truly Madly Guilty but my friend read it and said it wasn't great, and I saw a lot of reviews that say its not good either. So, I'll probably read it, but from borrowing it. I don't want to pay $12 and be disappointed πŸ™ Hoping it's better than I'm expecting!

  43. Cat Chat With Caren and Cody (Caren Gittleman)
    August 8, 2016 / 5:16 pm

    you are totally rocking that dress!!! I could never wear white, it would be stained in no time! Sadly, "all you can eat" isn't "lost" on ME lol!!!!!! Hoping your event is a HUGE success! xoxo catchatwithcarenandcody

  44. Unknown
    August 8, 2016 / 5:43 pm

    You're dress is absolutely gorgeous! What a catch?! Thank you for the last quote, it was much needed!

    XoXo,

    Tamara – LoveofMode.com

  45. Lindsay's Sweet World
    August 8, 2016 / 5:47 pm

    Biana, THAT DRESS!! You look amazing!! Makes me want to go to my TJM and see if they have one here!

  46. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    August 8, 2016 / 5:50 pm

    that dress is absolutely stunning on you! even better that it's a bargain!
    i have heard good and bad things about truly, madly, guilty, so i haven't read it yet, but i've loved her other books so i'm sure i will like it as well. i think sometimes people have crazy high expectations πŸ˜‰

  47. Unknown
    August 8, 2016 / 5:57 pm

    I love finding good deals at TJ Maxx! And your pop-up sounds like so much fun!!

    thecourtneydiaries.com

  48. Kate Steadman
    August 8, 2016 / 6:05 pm

    What a pretty dress and a pop-up shop!! So fun!!

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

  49. Kristina
    August 8, 2016 / 7:10 pm

    This book is definitely on my wishlist!!
    β™‘ Kristina
    TheKontemporary

  50. The Siberian American
    August 8, 2016 / 7:18 pm

    I'm the worst at all you can eat too! πŸ™ Love that dress on you and even better that it was a great deal!

  51. Brianne
    August 8, 2016 / 7:39 pm

    Sounds like a good weekend! I really want to see Mother's Day.

  52. JMO
    August 8, 2016 / 8:13 pm

    That dress!! Absolutely lovely and I want it – comfy too? Sold! Love the pop up, looks like a fab weekend to me!

  53. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph
    August 8, 2016 / 9:16 pm

    I love reading the tags at TJM or Marshalls too. I get a huge thrill out of it. You got a great dress!

    Good luck with the pop up! That's awesome!

  54. Katie Elizabeth
    August 8, 2016 / 9:23 pm

    All you can eat brunch is my idea of the perfect Sunday! Loving that dress, I need to head to our TJ Maxx to try and find it – so cute!!

  55. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    August 8, 2016 / 9:49 pm

    That is my absolute favorite when they still have the original tag and you can see what the first retail price of something is. I've been so good lately and steered clear of TJMaxx. I always do quite some damage in there!

  56. Missy
    August 8, 2016 / 10:32 pm

    Nothing better than a good TJ maxx bargain, may have to do some browsing there this weekend, it has been quite awhile!

  57. Kristen {Miss Southern}
    August 8, 2016 / 10:37 pm

    Yes, I love TJMaxx!! I saw your cute maxi on Snapchat and wondered where you scored it at. Super cute!

  58. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    August 8, 2016 / 11:20 pm

    That dress is gorgeous!!! I loooove a good deal, especially when you can tell your husband how much money you "saved" haha

  59. A Dash of Pretty
    August 8, 2016 / 11:56 pm

    That dress was such a great find! That brunch looks unreal but I'm with you on it not being worth it… unless you haven't eaten for days!

  60. Shannon Jenkins
    August 9, 2016 / 12:35 am

    That dress is gorgeous on you! What an amazing deal and omg that brunch! Yum!!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  61. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    August 9, 2016 / 1:08 am

    The dress you picked up from TJ Maxx looks so comfy. I hope you have a wonderful trip later on this week. If you're heading to Florida prepare to melt. lol That's so exciting about your wedding event coming up! I can't wait to see all the details that go into it.

  62. Unknown
    August 9, 2016 / 1:56 am

    Um, I just read the synopsis for Truly Madly Guilty and this is soooo being added to my book list!!

    Erica
    pumpsandpushups.com/take-these-three-steps-everyday-for-a-better-summer-shape/

  63. Kristina @ Ms.Modify
    August 9, 2016 / 2:21 am

    Sounds like you had a great weekend! I love following all your fun on Snapchat!

  64. Unknown
    August 9, 2016 / 2:22 am

    Cool post!! The food at Tavern in the Square looks amazing!

    Adi xx
    fancycorrectitude.com
    instagram.com/fancycorrectitude

  65. Candace Hampton
    August 9, 2016 / 1:30 pm

    My weekend was great. Wish I had some of those sweets though. They look soooo good!

    thebeautybeau.com

  66. Kay R.
    August 9, 2016 / 3:16 pm

    Your weekends always look so good (esp on instagram hehe) I need to add you on snap!

  67. Unknown
    August 9, 2016 / 3:37 pm

    That maxi dress looks SO comfortable, but still so stinkin cute! Great find! I love when the original price isn't even close to what you actually paid for something! YAY for your pop up event! Good luck!

  68. Kayla MKOY
    August 9, 2016 / 3:49 pm

    (whoops commented above with the wrong profile…)
    That maxi dress looks SO comfortable, but still so stinkin cute! Great find! I love when the original price isn't even close to what you actually paid for something! YAY for your pop up event! Good luck!

  69. Unknown
    August 9, 2016 / 8:37 pm

    It sounds like a fabulous weekend! You definitely scored with that maxi dress. It's gorgeous! Hope your week is off to a great start πŸ™‚

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

  70. Erica @ Whimsical September
    August 9, 2016 / 10:20 pm

    Biana! That dress is SO flattering on you and so pretty! I would love to come shop your closet some day! πŸ˜‰

  71. Unknown
    August 10, 2016 / 12:08 am

    That dress looks fantastic on you, such a great find! XO -Kim

  72. Paula thirteenthoughts.com
    August 10, 2016 / 1:09 am

    Love that dress, looks beautiful on you. I love that feeling when you find something at Marshalls or TJMaxx and look at the "compared at" price haha πŸ˜‰

    Paula
    Thirteen Thoughts

  73. Julia
    August 10, 2016 / 10:22 am

    Amazing weekend! A lot of great stuff! Lovely dress!

  74. Carly
    August 10, 2016 / 1:05 pm

    That dress is so pretty! I definitely know what you mean about the great feeling when you can compare the original price and know you're getting such an awesome deal! I have the base coat from that line of polish and I still can't figure out if I like it / it makes a difference in my polish. Did you notice it helped with wear at all?

  75. Tanya Dufour
    August 10, 2016 / 9:26 pm

    I have been meaning to catch up on your blog for so long! I usually catch up on my blog reading at work on my lunch break but for some reason your blog is blocked. Anyways, I LOVE that dress from TJ Maxx! Such a great find. I feel the same way about all you can eat buffets. I get full after my first round.

  76. Meghan @ I'm Fixin' To
    August 19, 2016 / 6:48 pm

    That dress is perfection! Good luck with your Pop-Up Event! xx, I'm Fixin' To