What better way to start the week than by announcing a new regular series on the Site; Stylist Secrets.  I thought with all of the styling I do its time to begin passing along some of my styling tips, tricks and secrets.  So lets start with one of my favorites, the power of extra large or decorative ice cubes when creating and styling a cocktail, mocktail, or any drink that requires ice.

Not only are extra large or decorative ice cubes an inexpensive way to really add that “wow” factor to your drink, but they solve a real styling problem.  Regular ice cubes simply melt too fast so by the time you get a shot you like it will usually include half melted small cubes and a watered down drink which is less than ideal.  

Also I love using the ice cube trays to freeze things other than water.  Such as the pureed fruit in my Mint Julep, 3 Ways or Coffee Cubes from my Caramel Iced Coffee.  I use the extra large square, high ball and sphere the most, but I just purchased the skull (I love a good skull), gems, anchor, and how could I resist the Georgia bulldog?!  And one last tip, make plenty of cubes ahead of time and store them in pyrex or any sealable, freezable containers so they’re always readily available.  Cheers!  truly, MKR 

*Caramel Iced Coffee  ||  The Ultimate Bloody Mary  ||  Boozy Beach Lemonade  ||  Strawberry Mint Julep

With “The September Issue” of Occasions Magazine about to hit shelves everywhere I thought I’d give you a sneak peek into the cover and editorial I styled of what may be Occasion’s best issue yet.  Full of wedding inspiration from cakes to colors, advice for the bride to be, and an entire section completely devoted to working with your wedding day vendors it’s an issue not to be missed.  So check out the digital version here and order a copy of the big, beautiful print magazine right here.  Big thanks to the entire creative team from my editorial shoot and lastly, TGIF Loves!  truly, MKR

*Concept & Styling: Waiting On Martha    ||  Photography: Rustic White   ||  Florals, Lindsay Coletta Designs  ||  Hair & Makeup: Jennifer C. Nieman   ||  Rentals: Crush Event Rentals   ||  Location: Ambient Plus Studios   ||  Gown 1, Sarah Seven   ||  Gown 2, Kellys Closet  ||  Gown 3, The Sentimentalist  ||  Gold & Pearl Belt, The Sentimentalist  ||  Gold Floral Hairpiece, The Sentimentalist  ||  Bangles & Earrings, Bloomingdales  ||  Blazer, Helmut Lang   ||  Forest Wallpaper, Simple Shapes   ||  Candlesticks, Pottery Barn

If you’ve been following along on Instagram then you know I’m currently in the middle of a lot of cross county travel (ATL-SFO-JFK-ATL-ORD-ATL) and the most important thing for me when I travel is comfort.  And I’m not talking wear my pajamas to the airport kind of comfort.  For me it’s all about layers because I’m always cold, my go-to pants, flats that can take me from the airport straight to dinner, and a great carry on.  Other than that just give me wifi and a glass of wine and I’m ready to fly the friendly skies.  truly, MKR 

P.S.  I’ll be taking over Sole Society’s Instagram beginning tomorrow sharing all of my NYC adventures and taking a few Sole Society favorites with me so make sure you’re following along.

*Zip Sweatshirt, J.Crew on sale! (I purchased it in every color & got it monogramed of course…it’s a great fall layering piece)  ||  Gingham Shirt, J. Crew  ||  Pants, J. Crew (I’ve worn these for years, dressier than leggings and more comfortable than jeans)  ||  Shoes, Sole Society Harla c/o  ||  Duffle, Sole Society Lacie c/o (I also love the brown color and this indigo colored tote)  ||  Purse, Celine Fold Over Bag  ||  Sunnies, Sole Society Jilly c/o  ||  Initial Necklace, Moon & Lola c/o  ||  Necklace, Gorjana & Griffin Fancy Horn c/o  ||  Earrings, Sole Society c/o  ||  Double Stone Ring, Sole Society c/o  ||  Ring, Gorjana Griffin Mesa c/o  ||  Midi Ring, Gorjana Griffin Marina c/o  ||  Watch, Daniel Wellington  ||   Phone Case, Minnie & Emma c/o

**Photography, Chelsey Heidorn