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Lydia McLaughlin | OC Lydia

#NBRW

in Blog, Family & Inspiration

Newport Beach Resturant Week happens once a year and I look forward to it as much as my kids look forward to Christmas!! It is put on by Dine Newport Beach and is a 14-day event that takes place every January I also get my girlfriends together for a girls night, I do a date night night with Doug and… View Post

Dream a little dream for me….

in Blog, Family & Inspiration, World of Lydia

Doug and I are both dreamers. We love to dream big and boldly. We have talked about moving to Hawaii, opening a ping pong club, and starting a clothing boutique. We talk about having more kids, redecorating our home, and what we would do if success was a guarantee. I think it is so important to dream.  Kids dream. They… View Post

New Year Resolutions

in Uncategorized

Its a new year! Time to celebrate and also time to create new habits. What a great opportunity and fresh start! That is something to celebrate and be excited about in my book. We have found ourselves back into our routines and life in 2019. We have goals and expectations for the year, and all that is great and important…. View Post

The Joy of Celebrating

in Uncategorized

I love to celebrate! I’m a fan of marking an occasion and having a good time. I like to celebrate my birthday for a week- I’m one of those. I’ll celebrate it with friends, family, just Doug and I, any excuse I get, I’m all about blowing out candles and making a wish. Doug and I celebrated my 38th birthday… View Post

The Great Wolf Lodge

in Family & Inspiration

  This Family Resort has the family vacation wired. When you check in they give you ears to wear. When we visited they had activities to do like family yoga, bubble dance party, and a super high tech bed time story PJ party. Our boys were in sheer heaven. It is a lot going on and you have to mentally be… View Post

Comparison is the Thief of Joy

in Family & Inspiration, World of Lydia

I have been reading some great books lately about comparison. It is so easy today to go on social media or look around and wonder “why don’t I have…” or “I wish I had…” I think it is a dangerous road when we walk the road to compare. Nothing good can come from that. Doug and I have a saying-… View Post

Cranberry Vibes

in Fashion, OUTFITS

This whole outfit is super trendy yet classic. I wanted to wear some staple pieces from my wardrobe as well as mix affordable pieces with some of my designer favorites. I love mixing high and low. My skirt and top are both from Zara. You can always find the cutest trendy things from Zara and I love shopping online as… View Post

Sweater Weather

in Fashion, Fashion & Beauty, Style, Uncategorized

It is sweater weather (even in OC!), but just because it’s chilly out, doesn’t mean you have to feel frumpy. These are my favorite sweaters this season and are comfy and stylish. #winwin Blue Crop Sweater I love love love the color of this gem! The blue pops and it is a good crop length: Not too short or too long…. View Post

Gift Guide for The Men in Your Life

in Family & Inspiration, Fashion, Fashion & Beauty

I am surrounded by men! I have two brothers, a husband, a father, and three sons!  I know what men want for Christmas and Ive made a super easy gift guide for you!  Merry Christmas. Here are some fun ideas….. Instant Camera Yes, everyone has an iPhone, but that makes this gift even cooler! It is Instant fun and gratification…. View Post

Black & White

in Fashion, Fashion & Beauty, OUTFITS

This ALC off the shoulder top is everything! (Similar here) It is super versatile and super soft and comfy. I think a cute white skirt is essential for any fashionista and a great staple in the wardrobe. (Similar Here)  My booties are some of my favorite and make me feel like a lady with a bit of sass. (Similar Here)… View Post

LBD OOTD

in Fashion, Fashion & Beauty, Featured, OUTFITS

I am in love with this dress! It is so feminine and romantic. The mermaid cut of the bottom paired with the lace detailing adds a little bit of glamor that sets it apart. The lace appliquéd at the top is super unique and flattering. Jonathan Simkhai is such a great designer and I love all his silhouettes. This dress is sold… View Post

My Top 5 Hair Tips

in Fashion & Beauty

I love my hair. It is long and healthy. However, it isn’t by accident. I take care of my hair and make an effort to keep it shiny and happy and healthy! Here are my top 5 tips for healthy hair: 1. Don’t wash your every day I typically wash my hair every 4-6 days. I know I have thick… View Post

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About Lydia


Lydia is the creation of world traveller, fashion aficionado and digital darling, Lydia McLaughlin. A magazine editor by day, and inspiring blogger by night. This site acts as a creative outlet for Lydia to share her love affair with fashion and what is inspiring her at the moment.

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