Just Add Pink

After two years of contemplating and countless occasions where I talked myself out of the idea, I finally decided to give my style blog a try! Having a creative outlet outside of work allows me to share the things i'm most passionate about, and I couldn't be more excited to finally get started! 

My blog will be a place where I can share tips, daily outfits and all things fashion, beauty, and lifestyle that I love. I will also be including my family, friends and my travels in posts from time to time, giving you a little insight into my life.

I'd love to hear any feedback you may have, so please let me know what you think!
Thanks for stopping by :)

Black Romper: sold out - similar here | Similar tassel earrings | Michael Kors wedges- on sale!


This black romper is perfect for a night out this summer. Featuring feminine bell sleeves and flirty ruffles, you can dress this outfit up or down for an effortless look. Since i'm always cold, the sleeves are perfect for a chilly summer night when the temperature dips down. I paired fun hot pink tassel earrings & wedges with the look to give it a pop of spring color.


Photography done by my best friend, Chelsea Swanger! Check out her page here.

Austin, Texas

A couple weeks ago I took some time off from work and flew to Austin, Texas to visit one of my best friends, Talia. If you've never been to Austin, you NEED to go. BBQ, tacos, guac and margaritas surround you along with endless things to do and an exciting nightlife. If that doesn't give you enough of a reason to go, Austin was voted the #1 place to live in the United States in 2017 by the U.S. News & World Report. It's a place where everyone is welcome, after all the city motto is "Keep Austin Weird".

Immediately as I got off the plane I jumped into Tal's car and we headed towards our first destination, Magnolia Market in Waco, Texas. As a die hard HGTV fan, this was by far my favorite part of the trip. 

Standing in front of the iconic silos for the first time was so surreal for me. I never thought I would actually see Magnolia Market in person. Walking into Joanna's whimsical store was an experience in itself. Every little detail was perfect.

After walking through the store we headed straight to the bakery. The shop was beautifully filled with Joanna's iconic style and the most delicious looking cupcakes. Subway tile lined the walls and every treat in the window was labeled with Magnolia's signature calligraphy. As soon as you step in line you are handed an index card that list the menu of treats, I checked off the Lemon Lavender Cupcake.











The Lemon Lavender cupcake featured a cloud of creamy lemon buttercream frosting on top of a lavender-infused cake. It was soooo good!



After spending about an hour sitting on the swings taking in the view of the Silos we decided to head back to Austin.


The rest of my trip was spent exploring the best parts of Austin. We went sight seeing, shopping up and down South Congress and eating our way through the best restaurants we could find. See below for a list of my favorite places to eat!

Where to eat:

• South Congress Hotel - This brand new hotel has a candle-lit, sophisticated atmosphere featuring live music, delicious drinks and apps. Oh and there's free valet parking!

• Torchy Tacos - Right in the middle of South Congress, this taco spot has the best, somewhat spicy tacos.

• Guero's - This is my favorite spot to eat in Austin, I make Talia take me every time I visit. Their fresh guac is so good, along with their watermelon margarita. You have to try! 

• Culinary Dropout -  Located in the up and coming area, The Domain, this restaurant has the coolest outdoor seating with a bar serving creative cocktails, turf area filled with yard games and a menu filled with unique pub-food dishes. 

Thanks for stopping by to read my blog, I hope you enjoyed! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me or leave a comment below!

xoxo Tori

New Orleans

Last November Ryan and I took a quick weekend trip to New Orleans and every day since, we've been dreaming of going back. Today i'm re-capping our trip, highlighting our favorite places to eat, things to do, and where we stayed.

Our hotel: The Astor Crowne Plaza was the perfect location for our stay in the French Quarter. Our hotel sat on the corner of Canal St. and the beginning of Bourbon, allowing us to be close enough to jump right into the exciting atmosphere yet keeping us far enough away to be able to sleep at night.

The Food: The food in NOLA was by far the best food I've ever had! From charbroiled oysters and BBQ shrimp to gumbo and Po Boys, everyday Ryan and I decided to try something new, really immersing ourselves into the cajun lifestyle.

Restaurants we loved:

• Desire Oyster Bar - Serves Cajun-Creole dishes and famous cocktails like Hurricanes! Get a window seat while you eat so you can have a view overlooking Bourbon. 

• The Ruby Slipper - Famous for their brunch, the southern style dishes and strong mimosas were perfect for a late breakfast. Ryan ordered the shrimp and grits and I had the banana foster pain perdue, which were both soo good!

• Emeril's - If you're looking for more upscale dining, I would suggest any one of Emeril Lagasse's 3 restaurants located in New Orleans. Ryan ordered the duck and it fell right off the bone, it was delicious! 

• Cafe Du Monde - When in NOLA you must try the beignets! The deep fried dough fritters are covered in powder sugar and served warm, you'll want to keep going back for more!

Touring the city was so exciting, the history and culture of the big easy filled the streets, giving us an authentic experience day in and day out. Below is a list of things we did while exploring the streets of the French Quarter!


The French Market: The market was my favorite part of the trip. Ryan and I ate our way through the multiple vendors, giving gator on a stick a try (it was so good!) and looked through a wall of hot sauces! From handmade crafts to local produce and authentic creole snacks to retail shopping, there's so much to do!

Jackson Square: A beautiful church stood tall in the center of Jackson Square surrounded by cute shops, restaurants and little vendors selling unique pieces of art sold by the locals.

Festivals: If you're heading to New Orleans check out what festivals are happening during your stay, there's always something going on! While we were there, we were able to check out the Gumbo festival in Armstrong park! It was by far the spiciest food I have ever had, but so delicious!

Frenchman Street: This street avoids the crazy crowds on Bourbon and offers peaceful soul music. The relaxed atmosphere is a great way to take a break and sip on a few drinks!

Voodoo Museum : Small but very informative, this museum is filled with facts and a variety of dolls! Believe it or not, the culture is trying to stray away from the dark magic behind the dolls and move towards positivity dolls.