Have you ever lost your luggage while traveling?
Well, this unfortunate circumstance happened to me for the very first time on my trip to Paris. Now, technically, I did pack one extra outfit in my carry-on, mostly because people always tell you to. But if I’m honest, I never truly considered what it would feel like for my suitcase to actually not arrive… especially in Paris. For FOUR days. At first, it almost felt a little rom-com like…

French cathedrals are places of echoes… footsteps, prayers, and the things left unsaid. “Confessions in a French Cathedral” is a dramatic, atmospheric listening experience steeped in shadow and reverence, where beauty and tension coexist. This playlist leans into sacred spaces as places of longing, forbidden love, and quiet defiance, exploring the thin line between devotion and desire. Here, confessions are…

Monet didn’t just paint landscapes, he painted atmospheres. “Step Inside a Monet Painting” is a whimsical, tranquil listening experience inspired by soft light, quiet movement, and the feeling of time slowing down. Designed to soundtrack studying sessions, garden walks, or afternoons spent painting, this playlist drifts between calm and curiosity…

When visiting Versailles, take a listen to this playlist that captures Marie Antoinette’s tragic main character energy. Whether you’re actually wandering the palace, traveling through France, or simply romanticizing your everyday life, this mix transforms an iconic place into a cinematic, modern fantasy. This is a one-of-a-kind listening experience designed to turn Versailles into a mood…

When I mention that I am in a collegiate a cappella group, many people say, “Is it just like Pitch Perfect?” I can’t deny there are some similarities! But, jokes aside, being a member of Intonations, an all-female a cappella group from Belmont University, has been one of the most inspiring and fulfilling parts of my college journey. From day one, I’ve been surrounded by an incredible group of women who are not only talented vocalists but also passionate and driven individuals…

By the time graduation rolled around, I had been down the rabbit hole a few times, so an Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Tea Party seemed an obvious choice for my graduation party theme. It was a deviation from the typical school color theme, but I did incorporate light blue as a nod to my alma mater. My fascination with Alice in Wonderland began years ago. As a nonconformist who loves a tea party…

As a final wrap-up of our trip to England last summer, I am sharing some of the iconic sights around London. Our trip would not have been complete without seeing Big Ben, the Tower of London, riding a double-decker bus, and all the many touristy things to do when visiting London. During a downpour, we escaped the rain and wandered through the legendary Westminster Abbey. There is so much to see, and I hope to return to…

From high tea to grabbing a cup of coffee, London offers so many fanciful experiences. We visited London during the Queen’s Jubilee, so the atmosphere was particularly festive. Around every corner were elaborate window displays complete with large floral arrangements. Below are more details about my favorite four stops in London, Sketch, The Ritz, EL&N, and Mr. Fogg’s House of Botanicals…

My first impression of England consisted of elaborate floral displays, fabulous shops, and the scent of roses. This is no surprise considering the Chelsea Flower Show is renowned for its atmosphere. We set off for the show straight from the airport as the day we arrived was the last day of the show. Despite…

Last summer I had the pleasure of visiting Hampton Court Palace, just outside of London, with my mom and sisters. This fascinating palace with its Tudor and Baroque sides are surrounded by incredible gardens. Rich with history, it's a great place to visit before seeing the musical Six at the West End which is about King Henry VIII’s six wives. He brought all of his wives to…

While in England, my sisters, mom, and I had the pleasure of spending several days in the Cotswolds. The Cotswolds is a region of rolling hills and meadows in central-southwest England. With so many charming towns, it was hard to choose which ones to visit. We truly felt like we stepped into a storybook! Stories are a very fitting topic since…

One of my favorite outings in the Cotswolds was visiting Sudeley Castle near the town of Winchcombe. At Sudeley Castle, you can walk in the footsteps of some of history’s most notable characters in the beautiful gardens and learn about the castle’s famous inhabitants. There are ten magnificent gardens to explore, each with its own unique style and design. The castle was once the home of Queen Katherine Parr…

Wow, Meow Wolf was by far my favorite place we went in Santa Fe. Some say that you shouldn’t look up pictures of the exhibit before you go so that it’s a surprise, but the even the pictures can’t capture how amazing it is! I could’ve stayed for hours just admiring each creative detail and area. From refrigerators you could walk through…

Fashion icon Coco Chanel left her mark on the world by inspiring women to abandon the restrictive clothes popular in the 19th century. I challenged myself to restyle thrift store finds to put together two outfits capturing the style of Chanel. This post details my inspiration, process, and results of this project…

In these times of travel restrictions and tragedy, I often find myself with daydreams of running through meadows of lavender draped in cascading tulle and escaping to a different reality. Many people find comfort in the poetic nature of fantasies such as these. Perhaps you do too? A wave of curiosity swept over me when I first heard of the aesthetic called Romantic Academia…

Need some therapeutic relief from the monotony of quarantine? Download and print my free Elusive Blue coloring page made by my incredibly talented sister, Alexandra Violet (who also happens to be a Hallmark artist). This design incorporates symbols from all of the songs on…

Like where the sea touches the sky, blue can be elusive. Sometimes we don’t know where one thing ends and another begins. My new album, Elusive Blue, explores the many shades of this color.

As the sun rose over the treetops, streaks of color soared across the morning sky. The macaws were awake. They stopped to snack on the tree by our deck overlooking the mountains. We hoped to see them return at nightfall. The monkeys…

After many attempts at constructing blanket forts, I have finally found the secret to the ultimate blanket fort! Follow these steps for a perfect, cozy, game night for you and your friends. Step 1…

I have been dreaming of making a music video for a while. Just after the first of the year, I was having a discussion with Chris, my producer from Rock Band Academy, about next steps for me and my music. When I found out that I had the opportunity to film…