Nearly 10 years ago my best friend and I finished school and did what every college grad was destined to do at that time. We sat anxiously on the phone with one another, made sure we had the same flight, and held our breath as
There have been plenty of times when I stand at the door of my closet and just start purging. It can come out of nowhere—that feeling of just wanting to get rid of everything, packing Trader Joe’s bags full of clothes, shoes and handbags for
We know there are some of you who have been attending outdoor music festivals since before they had their own iPhone apps, but in the past five years it seems they have really taken on a whole new persona. Photographers are sent out by popular
I know most people might find this shocking and totally disagree with me, but I love jury duty. I actually look forward to getting that white envelope with the red stripe across it telling me that I have been summoned to court. Not only do
With the way our beloved winter has been going, it feels like spring is a long way away. Although the calendar says it’s right around the corner, snowplows are in constant move, scraping the windshield is an everyday occurrence and the chapped lips just refuse
Around this time of year, the fireplace gets more action, the teakettle remains on the stove and spending all day lounging inside is a true luxury. Waking up to a weekend snow day sets the mood for the perfect cozy outfit, but that doesn’t mean
We know this sounds silly, but have you ever gone shopping and after the first store realized that you’re tired of trying things on? The zippers, the straps, the buttons and buckles, it can get pretty messy. Not only do you have to have a
We know it’s hard to say goodbye to summer time, but when summer slowly runs it’s course, fall comes rushing in with cool breezes, beautiful colored leaves, delicious foods and yes, football season. Some may dread it, some may not even realize it’s here, and
The furthest I’ve ever driven in a car was fifteen hours to see a beautiful wedding in Boise, Idaho. My two girlfriends and I packed up the car and drove from California, through Nevada and right into Idaho on a trip that I’ll never forget.
Summer is notorious for living life outdoors because of the glorious weather. People are grilling up a storm in their backyards, friends are getting together for bike rides, and pool time is pretty much all the time. We’re positive you’ve been invited to several daytime
I was a freshman in high school when *NSYNC dropped their first album. Soon thereafter, I was a devout and intensely dedicated JC Chasez fan who wanted to be like every other girl in America and follow his tour bus wherever it traveled. Because of
Congratulations, you’re getting married! The few months before the wedding can be a bit hectic with making sure the venue is mapped out correctly, picking out flowers, getting the invitations to the mail and finding the dress, but it’s also a time to set aside
At the age of 6, I was put into sports. I even went to college on a small athletic soccer scholarship and before then had probably never been inside a real gym. It wasn’t until the off-season when I was pushed into lifting weights and
Recently I spent a few glorious days in my most favorite place and to the rest of the world, the well-known capital of Broadway productions, New York, New York. There is something about that glorious city that electrifies my soul; once I’m there, I can’t
When I was little, going camping was pretty standard. We have home videos of my dad setting up the tents with my uncle, my cousins and I running around collecting bottle caps and my mom washing dishes in the tiny camper sink. Because my parents
Whenever I travel, I take some time to people watch. Hoping for a minor celebrity sighting, there are travelers making business deals, reading magazines, buying snacks, playing video games, and chatting with companions. Because the airport is a place known for only coming and going,
The following is an article on how to dress for your baby shower if you happen to be one of our Darling readers who is expecting :) If you’re not pregnant, but attending a baby shower this summer, be sure to check out Cathleen’s previous
How appropriate that just two days ago I opened my Bible and found my grandpa’s memorial card from 2007 smashed in between the book of Hebrews. He died on March 4th, a day and a family experience I’ll never forget. Though his passing was expected,
I love packing. It’s one of those things that most people hate, but the planning process and the challenge that comes with trying to squeeze several outfits into one tiny carry-on is merely exciting. And what’s even more exciting than packing? Getting to your beach
Congratulations, you did it! We understand that graduating from college not only means you’ve completed a massive goal, but it also means you’ve succeeded in eating cafeteria food, hardly sleeping because of your loud roommate and pulling all-nighters for exams. Getting to put on that
True story. Nearly seven years ago, I had my first date with my now husband. He told me to be ready at 7:30am (yeah, 7:30. In the morning.), and kept the location a surprise. It was summertime, and I knew we would be outside, so
It is always nerve racking going into a job interview. The entire process of even looking for a job can be stressful, never mind the part about planning an outfit. Updating your resume, seeking out compatible options, doing some research, finding people who can connect
The year of 2012 was the year that friends at work made fun of me. I started to dread people asking me what I was doing for the weekend. Nearly my entire year was already planned. “You know what I’m doing this weekend,” I
Although it’s not quite the “season” for all things wedding right now, we know very well how quickly time flies. Before you know it, flowers will be rising up from the snow, save-the-dates will cover your refrigerator, and bridal shower invitations will be filling up
The first official day of summer begins June 20th, but with how wonderful the weather has been in Los Angeles lately, I find that I have been so much more eager to shop. Bright colors, fun prints and fresh trends are fighting for my attention
When it comes to the art of the wardrobe, Darling knew just the two women to ask for advice. Cathleen Simmons and Mercedes Curran are stylists who know the tricks to defining personal style, as well as how to let go of unnecessary pieces. Receive
Our last type of love is the Greek word Eros, which derives its origin from the mythical god Eros, the god of love. Eros is the sense of “being in love,” also including a physically passionate love. C.S. Lewis, in his book The Four Loves,
Ahhh, fashion. Isn’t it just the best? Recently there have been dozens of new parody videos circulating the web about “things girls say.” They are so hilarious, and not only did I find myself embarrassingly watching one after another for about thirty minutes the other