ENTRY TABLE REVEAL

A year after moving into our home,  I'm finally sharing some details on it! This was the first little corner that we finished up, so I thought it only made sense for it to be the first area that I showcase on my blog...

This is our 'drop' table when we enter our apartment. Mail, keys, notes for each other, end up here




Table: Home Goods / Clock: Bed Bath & Beyond / Baskets: Home Goods / Vases: Home Goods & Pier 1 / Alexa: Macy's / Knot Decor: Z Gallerie / Faux Plant: Home Goods

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Michelle Paige

EGO SHOES FOR DATE NIGHT


Due to work obligations, Jody & I never got to go out to dinner to celebrate our wedding anniversary so we had to delay our celebrations! We plan to finally celebrate this week by going to a steak house for dinner & here is what I plan to wear :) 



I got a second pair of sandals from EGO Shoes & fell in love with them on the website (see the post with the first pair here). I love how simplistic the shape is but the leopard print packs a punch! Plus they are right on trend with the toe strap detail, mule style, chunky heel and leopard print! Paired with a black dress, the sandals really stand out but I also love the idea of wearing them with jeans and a tee into the fall to dress up and add some style to a casual look! 



Dress: Urban Outfitters | Sandals: Kourt Leopard Mule Sandal c/o Ego Shoes (under $50)


EGO's website has an extensive selection of heels/date night shoe options, all for super affordable prices. I am also loving this other leopard pair, this 'barely there' pair & this pair of heeled mules.  Happy Shopping!


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Michelle Paige



LAST FEW WEEKS OF SUMMER



I can't believe it's already mid-August!! The summer flew by and I am not ready for it to end.  While others are starting to buy sweaters & booties, I'm still purchasing sandals & shorts ;) Jody & I spent the weekend in Montauk and plan to continue to do so as long as we can. We both established this weekend that being out there is our 'happy place.' We feel relaxed, comfortable and overall content with everything when we are out east.

In other news, I just got this pair of slide sandals from EGO Shoes last week and have worn them everyday since they arrived in the mail. They are so comfortable, have the cutest bow detail on the toes & go with just about every outfit I throw on. I wore them nonstop over the weekend & love pairing them with denim shorts, sweatpants or a cute summer dress. They go with everything & are on sale right now for under $20 - how can you say no? (They are also available in pink & yellow if you prefer a pop of color)



Sandals: Paula Slide c/o Ego Shoes / Top: Fabletics / Shorts: American Eagle / Bag: Gucci

Hope you've had a great summer and have been enjoying every second of it!

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Michelle Paige



4 TIPS FOR WORKING FROM HOME

Whether you have a day job that allows you to telecommute at times or you work from home full time as a blogger or something else, working from home can be the best and can be the worst! During the day, I work in the media industry in NYC but there are days where I have the ability to work from home. Below are my 4 tips for successfully working from home! 


1. Get Dressed. While it is so tempting to stay in pajamas all day when you are staying home, I highly advise changing your clothes. I'm not saying you have to get dressed up, but I do think it's key to change into a pair of jeans & a tee shirt at least to signal to your body that it's time to start the day!

2. Set a Schedule. My office hours are 10am to 6pm so even when I'm working from home, I stick to those hours. It's easy to roll out of bed and hop right on your computer & end up working 10 hour days, but I think it's still important to have a work/life balance even when working from home. I keep a similar morning routine for myself and then sit down at my computer around my scheduled time to start. Same goes for the end of the day; without my commute home, there are days when I feel like I could sit on the computer working all night long. It's important that come 6-ish PM, I shut down the computer and enjoy time with family or friends. 

 3. Take a Break. Piggybacking off of the idea of setting a schedule, I think it's important to give yourself some breaks while WFH. While in the office, I usually go for a walk around lunch time either to pick up food or run a quick errand. You should allow yourself to do the same when working from home. In fact, if you don't go out, you may go the entire day without being outside.

4. Designate a work space. This is such an important one when working from your home. Whether you have an actual desk/office set up or not, you want to designate a quiet space to get work done that is free of distractions.  Sit away from the TV or phone. Away from a place where the people you live with may come charging in and instead find a place that is comfortable yet suitable for getting your best work done (ie. a table & chair or desk...not your bed or couch!)

 Do you WFH? Have any tips for doing so successfully?

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Michelle Paige


INSTAGRAM LATELY

Received my first book from Book of the Month  & couldn't put it down! 
Sign up & get your first book for only $10 with code SUMMERVACAY 

Favorite sandals & under $100
Shop: Sandals

We all scream for ice cream!

Shop swimsuits under $100 
Swimsuit: c/o Martiniqe

Gimme all the hair accessories!

Beach days are the best days. So excited to have received my InfluencerHer essentials box  (c/o). It has everything needed for summer weekends/vacations including a stack of books & this cute tumbler for a cold drink 

Sharing 3 ways to stay active without stepping foot into the gym

If you run into me around town on the weekends, this is most likely what I look like..sweatpants, sneakers, Shake Shack.

Apparently 29 is the age I stop caring about doing my hair or makeup before going to dinner #birthdaygirl
Shop: Dress


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Michelle Paige


ALL ABOUT MY HAIR


Hair Texture: Wavy, Fine, Flat. My natural color is a medium/dark brown and I have been processing it with color for the last 5 or so years.

Hair Color: I trust my colorist to do what she wants with my blonde. I go in for touch ups approximately every 3 months. In the winter, I will dye my base color but not always add highlights. In the summer, since I like my hair to be brighter, I will double process with the base color & blonde highlights. I've recently started asking for a 'rooted' look, where the highlights don't go all the way to my scalp to allow for a less drastic line  when my natural hair color starts growing in. It's extended my highlight time by a few weeks so I highly recommend it.

Hair Cut: I love having my hair long but hate when it feels weighed down and flat. During my latest haircut, I opted to try a calligraphy cut and love what it did to my hair. The calligraphy tool looks like a small pen and slices your hair at an angle that is supposed to enhance body & movement. The long layers and front angles have allowed me to blow dry and achieve a bouncy, healthy hair look every time.

Q&A:
How often do you wash your hair?
2-3 times a week

Favorite Dry Shampoo:
Klorane without a doubt allows me to go as long as I do without washing. I've tried lots of dry shampoos over the years and I love that this one doesn't make my hair feel sticky or like it's harboring product. Instead, it just feels refreshed.

Favorite Shampoo & Conditioner:
Lately I've been really liking the Garnier Whole Blends lines. They have a ton of shampoos, conditioners & masks for different types of hair.

Favorite Purple Shampoo:
Matrix Total Results So Silver. I use it about once a week.

 Hair/Skin/Nails Vitamins:
Nature Made Adult Gummies

What other hair products do you use?
It's a 10 Lite after every shower 
A Wet Brush for detangling after my shower

Favorite Hot Tools:


 Any other questions? Leave them in the comments section below!

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Michelle Paige

INSTAGRAM LATELY

 Wore this outfit for a family brunch

What to wear to a casual wedding (or bridal shower or engagement party) ... I think these types of events are the most fun to dress for bc you can opt for fun colors, shapes or prints! The dress I’m wearing is only $58!

This dusty blue lace midi dress is under $100, fit like a glove & has so many pretty details (hello ruffles, sheer panels & black lace accents)

Couldn’t resist the mustard color of this gown, although it also comes in black, & would you believe it’s under $50!?

How I style white sneakers with jeans, dresses & skirts  


Sharing all the terms/acronyms you need to know while wedding planning. Escort cards vs place cards? A charger that’s not for your phone?? SIL, MOG, FOB???

Sat on a bench on the beach today chatting, listening to the ocean, & feeling the sun. You know those moments that you want to bottle up and save forever? It was one of them

Shop: Romper

First beach weekend of the summer
Shop: Swimsuit via Ruby & Jenna

Is it even the weekend if you don’t spend the whole thing wearing athleisure??


Follow along on Instagram @michelle_orsi

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Michelle Paige


SUMMER SWIMWEAR UNDER $100

There is still plenty of summer left around here so today I'm sharing my favorite swimsuits available for under $100.

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Michelle Paige

Swimsuit: c/o Martiniqe (wearing size small)






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