Lauren Jaclyn

Life. Styled.

Guide to Entertaining

Anyone who has ever been to my house knows that my mom is the ultimate hostess (she's currently denying this as she's reading because she's absurdly modest) but seriously, it's the truth. She throws together the most elegant party at the drop of a hat and makes it look so incredibly easy. I will never forget the party she threw for my First Holy Communion. She rented round tables and covered them with luxe ivory linens and coordinating cream roses (totally up my alley). She used silver platters ... VIEW THIS POST

Jewelry With Meaning

As a girl who has an aversion to most graphic tees, I have to find another way to wear something that truly makes a "statement." In the recent months, I have become absolutely enamored with dainty jewelry that speaks for itself. A tasteful piece of jewelry that is attractive all on its own but also has deep meaning is right up my alley. At first glance, these pieces will just look like delicate accessories but the story behind them is what really makes them special. It is an understated and ... VIEW THIS POST

Olive Booties

A few weeks ago when I was visiting my family in Florida, I unexpectedly came across these olive booties that I just couldn't leave behind! The perfect dark shade combined with the lace-up and cut-out detailing made my heart skip a beat and I immediately came up with 500 reasons why I needed them. Then I found out that they cost less than $50 and I really died. Fast forward to 3 minutes later and I had tried them on, fallen in love all over again, and purchased them. No regrets! Since then, I ... VIEW THIS POST

Dressing for Fall in Hot Weather

Growing up in Florida and now living in Southern California, I have always noticed that people have a really hard time distinguishing the difference between dressing for each season. Everyone reading this that lives in a cold climate is wondering how anyone could possibly mess that up. Well, when living in an area where all of the seasons are one and the same, there are a few things you should remember when you’re trying to be seasonal but don't want to melt the moment you step out the door ... VIEW THIS POST

Design Principles: Decor in Odd Numbers

My mom has been my ultimate inspiration in so many areas of my life but I think something we are most similar in is our interest in interior design and decor. She has such an eye for making things look totally perfect but completely effortless at the same time. Over the years, I have tried to follow her lead and pick up every tip I possibly could. Today I am going to tell you about one of the simplest but most effective tips she's ever given me, which was to use decor in odd numbers. This is ... VIEW THIS POST