Have a purple heart.

A famous rock band once wrote these extraordinary lyrics that soon became the mantra of an entire generation:

There's nothing you can do that can't be done
Nothing you can sing that can't be sung
Nothing you can say but you can learn how to play the game
It's easy

There's nothing you can make that can't be made
No one you can save that can't be saved
Nothing you can do but you can learn to be you in time
It's easy

All you need is love
All you need is love
All you need is love, love
Love is all you need

-- The Beatles

BeautyJohanna GrangeFebruary 13, 2015Beauty 411, Beauty, philanthropy, holiday Comments

SKIRTS! SKIRTS! SKIRTS! (danger!)

Two more days of SKIRT WEEK left! (I kinda want it to continue but I realize that would make for very repetitive content!)

Well, it's no secret I'm a slave to skirts. I'll give you a chance to get back up on your chair...this blog is full of surprises...I know. It only seemed fitting that I recap some of my favorites and share some of my coveted shopping destinations. Warning: your wallet may appear a little bit lighter after reading this post.

FashionJohanna GrangeFebruary 12, 2015fashion, Outfit of the Day, Let's Get Dressed, shopping Comments

A lesson in contrast.

The S KIRT WEEK trend continues but today is the quintessential "Johanna" outfit. If I could illustrate my personality by way of fashion - this is it. A sharp contrast in color and 100% girly to the core.

I used to try and tone down my girly side, however; the older I get, the more I embrace all the things that make me happy. Wearing pink. Eating chocolate daily. Working hard. Being a supportive friend. Cooking. Tickling my girls. Staying in on a Saturday night.

Just a small snapshot of the things we often overlook on the most stressful days.

5 skirts that will make you feel like a lady.

In honor of SKIRT WEEK, I'm rounding up my top five skirts that'll make you feel flirty and feminine. Since it's the month of amore, go ahead and kick it up a notch. Spring's around the corner anyway and each of these styles has a fundamental place in your closet.

Johanna GrangeFebruary 10, 2015sponsored post, Fashion, ShopBop, shopping Comments

Vdate.

Ya know, everyone has their opinions about Valentine's Day. Me? I like to celebrate all of the holidays. And what's not to love about love?

My husband and I celebrate Valentine's Day a little bit differently compared to years ago but it's still the perfect excuse to dress up and enjoy some conversation...just the adults.

And...this week is officially SKIRT WEEK at 101 things i love...more on that later!

Beauty 411: my favorite matte lipstick

You guys...you know I love my lipstick. Evidence shown in every Instagram pic I post. (you can catch my last Beauty 411 here) Over the years I've become very picky as to what touches this precious pout.

BeautyJohanna GrangeFebruary 6, 2015Beauty 411, Beauty, blogging, makeup Comments

Conversations with Olivia.

Today's post came quickly on the heels of last month's. Honestly, I couldn't make this stuff up. Olivia gives me such great content that I'm strongly considering writing a book. Kidding. Well, maybe not!

As of late, she's become increasingly interested in bones, the human body and Taylor Swig. That's code for Taylor Swift. ...which has led to some interesting conversations. Let me tell you. Here we go...

FamilyJohanna GrangeFebruary 5, 2015funny, Olivia, Kiddos, giggles, Family Comments

Pencil me in!

Do you ever look at old posts and sort of cringe? Well, I do. Evidence here. I don't know what I was think with that hair. It's so...suburban of me. Why didn't you guys tell me?

One thing is for sure - still a goober on camera. Kidding...I need to be less hard on myself. I feel like I need to have a Stuart Smalley moment.

Budget Babe: 10 under $50

This month's Budget Babe is dedicated to red, black and white. And it's a little Valentine inspired, too! Given the impending Spring fashion, there's no shortage of fun deals out there. The biggest challenge for me was evaluating what I really need vs a frivolous purchase.

FashionJohanna GrangeFebruary 3, 2015Budget Babe, shoes, Fashion, accessories, shopping, sales Comments

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