8 WARDROBE ESSENTIALS FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

Images : Polyvore 8 WARDROBE ESSENTIALS FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP * This post contains affliliate links. If you purchase or click; I may receive a small commission without additional cost to you. Thanks for your support in keeping this blog running. During this time of social distancing, I've been revamping and cleaning out my closet.  Wether you are working from home , going to the office or in a position of leadership; these tips will help you with wardrobe choices to feel your best. Everyone's different tastes will dictate what wardrobe pieces are essential for your leadership style. There is no right or wrong list.   I'm sharing my go to pieces that help with confidence and leading with style. Black blazer Black Pumps Neutral Trench Coat  Stylish Jeans  Pencil Skirt   Black Dress Pants  White Button Down Shirt   Black Dress

Silverdale, WA: Celebrate Spring on the Clear Creek Trail

*Thanks to Visit Kitsap Peninsula for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Spring is in the air, finally! If you want to escape the burbs head to Silverdale. This lovely town is centrally located on the Kitsap Peninsula. It's just 30 minutes by WA state ferry from Seattle, and a 40 minute drive west of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. I've explored the area from top to bottom and side to side. There's a lot of nature to explore and endless trails for walking. Oh, and I can't forget to mention; you'll love the breathtaking views of the snow capped Olympics and Sinclair Inlet. WHERE TO DO A SPRING HIKE IN KITSAP COUNTY Clear Creek Trail is a big hit with visitors and residents of the Kitsap Peninsula.  I've lived in the west sound for years and have walked this trail only a few times. The best way to celebrate spring, is to get out and enjoy a hike on the Clear Creek Trail . Here are some tips for visiting and facts that may interest

Costa Mesa CA : Top Things to Do for a Mother-Daughter Weekend

          * Our Travel & This Post -  Sponsored by Travel Costa Mesa. All my opinions are my own Costa Mesa is a fascinating city in California, and perfect for a mother/daughter getaway. ( Or any momentous occasion you want to celebrate.) This Orange County gem is centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego.  The last weekend in May 2019 ,we had great fun in the " City of the Arts!" In honor of MOTHER'S DAY ,I am sharing an updated version of this post.

Waikiki Beach: The Ultimate Girl's Trip Guide

*This post contains affiliate links; if you click or purchase: I may receive a small commission without additional cost to you I'm taking you back to the islands again. Since we can only travel there virtually for now; I'm sharing this guide to plan your trip for future reference. If you do take the risk of traveling to Hawaii now, be prepared to be in quarantine for a longer time than here on the mainland.

The Ultimate Stylish Collection for Travel

Chico's Traveler's Collection  Why you should shop this look for your next getaway Is anyone else feeling travel deprived? I'm hoping the new normal doesn't stop us from visiting places we love. I hope everyone is staying positive and staying busy as possible at home. Travel is off for now, but we can still shop for our next trip. ULTIMATE COMFORT Have you ever jumped on a plane and been totally uncomfortable in your outfit ? I have many times. Problem solved, enter  Chico's Traveler's Collection .  Every piece in the collection, including this dress is designed for comfort when traveling. 

How to Pack Stylish for Waikiki Beach

*This post contains Affiliate Links . If you click or purchase I may receive a small commission.  Photography: Copyright Valerie Hansen Waikiki Beach here we come! Your ticket is bought and you are ready to jet off to paradise! Buying the ticket is the easy part, but the packing list- maybe not so much. Let's go travel virtually to the island of Oahu, since none of us can actually jet away right now.  I thought I'd share a packing list of essentials and stylish outfits. This should be helpful when you are able to make the trip to Hawaii.  Choosing the right wardrobe pieces for comfort will help with dealing with the intense heat.

Banff Upper Hot Springs: A First Time Visitor's Guide

                                                                   *This post contains affiliate links Today I'm sharing a First Time Visitor's Guide to Banff Upper Hot Springs. We are all stuck inside doing the social distancing thing, and dreaming of our next getaway.  I'm fueling your wanderlust, and hoping we get the green light to travel again soon.   I was born a few hours east of Banff, in Medicine Hat Alberta. I love the opportunity to write about my amazing and scenic country; Canada. 

12 Ways to Stay Connected While Social Distancing

I hope everyone is doing okay in light of recent world events. This pandemic is deeply affecting us all. In light of our situation ; I decided to share a non travel post as very few are traveling.

Las Vegas: Fun Things to Do on the Linq Promenade

*This post contains affiliate links The Linq Promenade is an "off the strip" experience, located next to the Linq Hotel. If you don't enjoy the crowds of the main strip, this side strip is where you will love to hang out!  It offers as much thrill and excitement, but on a smaller scale.

10 Reasons Why You'll Like Tacoma

*This post is in collaboration with Travel Tacoma. We received tours & a hotel stay in  exchange for an honest review.  All opinions are my own.  In the past, Tacoma was never considered a touristy place. It's always had a reputation as a "smelly" industrial city with lots of crime. The city has undergone a huge face lift in recent years. "Destiny City" has done a complete turn around, and is now a GO TO Northwest destination. Move over Seattle!