JOHNSTON STYLE

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Prom Dress Shopping

Last year, Ellie's Prom was a dream come true... Ellie was able to purchase her Prom dress by the designer Sherri Hill. Her gown was bold, playful and looked amazing on her. Unfortunately, Oregon doesn't have a dress boutique that sells Sherri Hill. We just landed in Arizona for Spring Break and she really wanted to get here dress for Senior Prom from the same designer. One of Ellie's favorite dress shops is in downtown Scottsdale- so we made an appointment to go try on dresses.   Ellie wanted a "Blush" colored dress for Senior Prom and wasn't exactly sure which one she would end up with but she tried a few different … [Read more...]

New Luggage

Early morning flight to Arizona! Eeeeek.... I'm needing sunshine!  Ellie and I got new luggage pieces- Our old Roxy luggage had been worn to pieces. Although it held up wonderfully, we were in the market for NEW pieces. I came across these adorable luggage while shopping. I fell in LOVE with the Pink and Ellie choose the white marble. I'm hoping the baggage claim representatives take good care of them. (fingers crossed) Happy Friday! SHOP THIS LOOK: … [Read more...]

Floral Trends

Spring is in the AIR! One of my very favorite Spring trends this year is everything FLORAL. Here are a few of my picks... I'm wanting to order this dress for Ellie's graduation but I might have to try it on first, but I'm obsessed. The floral clutch is perfect for a date night with my sweetie. I can't get over the amazing floral details on these Prada heels... I hope you are as ready for Spring- (SUNSHINE) as I am. Have a great weekend! SHOP THIS LOOK: … [Read more...]

Sweet Brenna

A week ago, I had to deliver horrible news to my daughter! I woke up to a phone call from a family friend letting me know that one of my daughter's friend had been killed in a car accident. I knew my daughter would be waking up soon... to beat any social media posts, I hung up the phone and ran downstairs to her room. Luckily, I told her before she saw anything online. Sitting in utter disbelief, we cried. Brenna Marissa Collacchi is now a Angel in Heaven. She was a lovely young lady who filled any room she entered with joy and happiness. Ellie and Brenna danced together at Clackamas High School and shared some amazing memories together. WHY? … [Read more...]

Conference Packaging

Tomorrow, I'm heading downtown Portland for The Together Experience Conference. I am over the moon excited to be part of this conference as a Sponsor as well as a Speaker. I will be bringing some of my pencils from my Shop to gift in the gift bags from one of my favorites vendors Betsy White. I also added grab bags of Poplandia Popcorn and gifted cans of Union Wine. I got a dress similar to the dress above in the same color for when I speak. Pink is one of my brand colors... I also packed a few of these favorites.  SHOP THIS LOOK! … [Read more...]

Valentines Gifts For Her

  I can't stop thinking about soft PINK! I think it makes for a perfect combination for my Valentines collage. Any of these adorable pieces would be awesome to GIVE or GET as a valentines gift. Who says you have to have a Valentine to get a present! Not I... Some of these items are just too cute because they have a heart on them, others are just too cute! Have fun shopping and remember, you have to love yourself first before you can really love another! Happy "almost" Valentine's Day! 1. Mother of Pearl Watch 2. Lips & Lashes Graphic Tee 3. Lips Tote 4. Eyelet Ruffled Dress 5. Tory Burch Sandals 6. Heart Dish 7. 'Perry' … [Read more...]

Packing For Alt Summit

Alt Summit here I come, I am so excited to be heading back to Alt. This year, Alt is hosting their conference in Palm Springs. After the snow storm we just had, I'm telling you sunshine on my face sounds great right about now! I've been to The Saguaro, Scottsdale for a few conferences but I've never stayed at The Saguaro, Palm Springs. The Saguaro hotels are known for their swanky boutique style and vibrant colors! I'm so excited to be packing today! I've included some items I have already packed and some that would be a perfect fit if you are visiting Palm Springs! … [Read more...]

The Best Of 2016

As 2016 comes to an end... I am so grateful for all that happened throughout the year and wanted to share my favorites with you! February, I met my sweet Instagram friend Jenny Keller with Jenny Cookies. I attended a Valentines luncheon she hosted in Seattle, Washington. She was as beautiful in person as she was on Instagram. Mother's Day weekend I attended Create & Cultivate in Los Angeles. I can't believe how much FUN I had. I met these amazing bloggers. I also met one of my favorites all time bloggers, Christine Andrews from Hello Fashion. This was the year I officially started my online boutique. Over the last … [Read more...]

Amp Up Your Holiday Outfit

ADD A PONCHO - Poncho's are great way to add the Holiday spirit to any outfit. Beside looking adorable it also keeps you very warm in the colder weather.   ADD RASPBERRY LIPS - Having a brighter more "dramatic" lip is super FUN during the Holidays. My very favorite color is the Raspberry tone.   ADD SEQUINS - I love GOLD Sequins, I think Christmas time is the perfect time to add it to your Holiday wardrobe. You can wear it or add it as a accessory. I think its too cute as a clutch!   ROSE GOLD EYE - Dying over this Rose Gold Eye shadow... When it comes to the Holiday parties, I try to add a little … [Read more...]

Winter Break Attire

Thank for all the comments about my "Cozy At Home" blog post! I love that all of you also LOVE to hang in your lounge wear! I thought I'd share with you some other pieces from Mindy Mae Market... I have a few of these pieces and the others are on my wish list for Christmas. I LOVE the dotty cell phone case designed by my friend Shannon at Plum Street Prints! The sweatshirts are my favorites... I'm wearing one right now- I hope you are getting close to being done with your shopping for the Holidays? Don't forget to grab a little something for yourself. Merry Christmas! … [Read more...]