In T minus seven hours, we are off to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico! And though I am packed, I am vastly unprepared. As in we’ve booked tickets and know where we are staying, but have no clue about the rest. A little mystery is fun right? If you have any tips or recommendations, please send them my way! You can follow along on our adventures through Mexico by following me on Instagram (bussbuss). My Instagrams will also automatically appear right here on the BussBuss blog. And, you can also follow Fred Baby’s amazing Instagram photos here (fred_baby_13).

In the meantime, this is what I wish was in my suitcase:

 1. A big floppy hat for keeping rays at bay.

2. A candy striped clutch for stashing chicletes.

3. Festive pants for frolicking on the cobblestone streets.

4. A little ear candy.

5. A peppy new case for my phone for snapping pics of Mexico on the fly.

p.s. Oh, and one of these. Adios for now, my darling muchachos xx!

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Cute summer shoes that will add six inches to my height and won’t cost me an arm and a leg foot? Sign me up. I spied these darling summer platforms and wedges and about died when I saw how much — or rather how little — they cost  (just $58 each).

Which are your faves? I’m digging the lips and stars.

You can shop them all here.

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While getting ready for Cinco de Mayo dinner, I decided to re-paint my nails. Though I had quite a few fun colors to choose from, it’s this sunny yellow I love best right now so I decided to just stick with that.  But I thought it would be fun to add a little twist.

Earlier in the day, we were at Paper Source, where I picked up a few metallic pens for writing notes and cards. The pens were lying next to the polish on my coffee table and that’s when inspiration struck: Why not polka-dot my nails?!

 If you’d like to polka-dot your nails, here’s the quick how-to:

1. Paint your nails (I used two coats of Sally Hansen Mellow Yellow) and let dry thoroughly.

2. Using a Sakura Gelly Roll gold metallic pen, press firmly yet gently to create each dot.

That’s it!  I’m looking forward to trying this again with mint polish and the silver pen I picked up too. You can find the pens for $1.49 each at Paper Source or pick up a 10-pack of multiple colors here.

Do you have any favorite nail polishes, patterns or color combinations these days?

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Happy Friday, loves! Before we go off into the sunset that is Cinco de Mayo weekend, why not go ahead and get Mom’s gift taken care of for next weekend? One more item off the checklist equals one more grapefruit margarita for you! I think we can all drink to that. Now let’s get started, shall we? Behold, 25+ great Mother’s Day gift ideas for your out-of-this-world Mom.

1. Kate Spade All In A Day’s Work iPhone 4 Case - Encourage Mom to take a break.

2. Kate Spade Pool Party Clutch-  Nothing says “Dive into summer, Mom” like this clever clutch.

3. Kate Spade Match Point Racquet Pendant - Because you love love her.

4. Savon de Marseille Hand Soap – Your Mom’s not ordinary. Why should her hand soap be?

5. iomoi Pen Set – Pep up Mom’s desk with these patterned pens.

6. Jonathan Adler Vespa Pouch – Mom will love having a pretty spot to house her essentials.

7. Pastel Sorbet Cups – Because she likes the sweeter things in life.

8. Mineral Magnet Set  – Because Mom has the most magnetic personality of anyone you know.

9. See Jane Work Pencil Cup – See #5.

10. See Jane Work Letter Sorter - Mom loves to stay organized. Help her do it style.

1. Marimekko Umbrella – So she’ll always have sunshine on a cloudy day.

2. Burst Wall Pods – Glam up her space with a burst of gold.

3. C.Wonder Deco Stud Earrings - Dazzle and delight her lobes.

4. Karen Walker Soul Club Glasses - Her future’s so bright…

5. Mar Y Sol Guadalupe Flower Tote – Bold, beautiful and bright, just like Mom. (Also available here, along with a cute clutch version.)

6. Pink Botanical Paperweight – A cheery addition to her desk.

8. Tripod Planter – A modern nod to her green thumb.

1. Trina Turk Caprice Ice Bucket - Because Mom’s the hostess with the most…style!

2. Bringing Up Bebe- Required reading for new mamas.

3. Jonathan Adler Dolls – A cheeky spot to pop her happy pills.

4. Batik Tray & Spreader Set –  Glam up her love of fromage with this globally-inspired set.

5. Kelly Wearstler Feline Scarf - Like a hug for her neck (that you can’t wait to borrow!).

1. Tayrona Hammock - Relax, Mom, relax.

2. Collector’s Charms - Sometimes you have to spell it out for her.

3. Blossom Teapot – A spritely way to get her daily cuppa.

 Which one of these would you want to give? How about to keep for yourself?

p.s. 8 more cute Mother’s Day gift ideas.

p.p.s. Happy Birthday, Audrey, daahling! We miss you xx.

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Mother’s Day is just over a week away (Sunday, May 13th to be exact), so today let’s talk stylish and fun Mother’s Day gifts. In case you’re in need of a little inspiration, here are a few things Mom might like (okay, maybe these are just things I would like, but still, Mom might like them too!).

1. Karen Walker Patsy Sunglasses - because Mom’s no wallflower

2. Babell XL Serving Tray - because Mom’s the hostess with the mostest

3. Kate Spade Dades Valley Armadillo Coin Purse - because Mom lives in Texas (and has a great sense of humor)

4. Raven + Lily Lavender Sachets - because Mom loves all things lavender (get 15% off everything with code RLmom15% through May 13th)

5. Pastel Dipped Teaspoon Set - because Mom loves the little details

6. Dipped Spice Cellar Set – because Mom’s the best cook in the world

7. Kate Spade Travel Nail Polish Set - because Mom’s the most stylish jetsetter you know

8. Mom Cupcake Vase - because Mom makes the best cupcakes

Tune in shortly for more fun Mother’s Day gift ideas xx!

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