More @theflowerfestla inspo. More @theflowerfestla inspo.
I’ve got my tickets to @theflowerfestla and I kn I’ve got my tickets to @theflowerfestla and I know exactly what I’m wearing. #gownmoment
The weather has finally caught up with my fashion The weather has finally caught up with my fashion mood. Linen blazer weather 😍. @vadawinter 
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Feeling springish with @shopchicsoul Feeling springish with @shopchicsoul
First day of spring? I hardly know her. Because i First day of spring?  I hardly know her. Because it was 30 degrees this morning. #whosspring
After the show it’s the after party. After the p After the show it’s the after party. After the party it’s the hotel lobby. Disco nap 3/3. 
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Disco Nap: 2/3. This year I have worked through a Disco Nap: 2/3. This year I have worked through a lot of emotional baggage on what being beautiful is. That most of our focus of being beautiful is intertwined with the desire to be thin. Angling our bodies in pictures to the thinnest look, looking for clothes that are “flattering” and shaming our self when our body doesn’t look like we want it to in an outfit. So many things about body positivity are nuanced and deep and layered. Ive accepted and grown to love so many things about my ever changing frame but I even knew there was this deep seeded hatred of my belly knowing it’s not aesthetically appealing to society. Even as I write this I won’t lie and say this last year I’ve learned to love every part of my body and I never feel shame about it. What I have learned is that I’m not going to hide it anymore. That I’m not going to try to make myself appear smaller than I am. Because trying to hide is leaning into the shame. 
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#welovestyle #runwaylook #fashionbloggerlife #fashionmusthave #womensfashionblog #styleandcurve #fashionplus #plussizebloggersunite #fashionforallsizes #plussizeblogger #plussizefashion #plussizegirls #curvesarebeautiful #plussizebloggers #fashionista #plusclothing #boldcurvyfashionista #curvyfashionstyle #curvestyle #plussizeinfluencer #curvygirlfashion #curvyfashion #curvyfashionista #curvychic #fashioncurvy #boldandcurvy #fashionblogger #ootd #womensstyle #personalstyle
This year when @rachelmadelynphoto and I were talk This year when @rachelmadelynphoto and I were talking about shooting for my birthday I sent her two concepts. The first was my newspaper shoot, posted yesterday, and second was this series I named Disco Nap 🪩 💤. Both of us were torn between the two and she was like, let’s shoot them both. 

For me as a blogger and a creative I get to take lots of pictures but they are usually for a brand or a campaign. Styled shoots like this are so much fun to put together and give me such a spark creatively.

Photos: @rachelmadelynphoto 
Styling: @nicholexanthos 
Location: @openspacestudios_ 
Hair: @rainaisrad @stephanie.tyrl @loveparisparker 
Disco balls: @shopgoldenlily 
Dress: @amazonthedrop 
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#birthdayshoot #styledshoot #photoshoot #disconap
Good things come in threes. Last one. #birthdaysho Good things come in threes. Last one. #birthdayshoot #photoshoot #photographer #styledshoot #blogger #neworleansblogger #influencer
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travel · January 29, 2022

Ocean Springs – MS

Ocean Springs Mississippi Travel Guide Header

I love a small Mississippi town. There is just something to perfect about them and the charm they possess. We have stayed in Laurel and also Biloxi over the years, but Ocean Springs has been on my list.

I had been really needing some time away for the last few months. December is always a crazy month with the holidays and having family in town and this year we also were sick off and on throughout the month. I talked to Justin and told him how overwhelmed I was and that I just felt like I needed a reset. Some time without anyone having any expectations on me. I knew I didn’t want to go too far away so Ocean Springs seemed like the perfect getaway.

Main Street in Ocean Springs, MS
Image: Google Images

The charm of Ocean Springs is noticeable immediately. I parked on Government Street and walked to find lunch and shopping. The day I arrived it was so cold and damp, but it was still nice to be able to walk around. I found several restaurants and a donut shop that I will tell you more about below, but the choices were endless all-around town.

Stay

The Beatnik was my first choice for where I was going to stay. I have been following them on Instagram for some time and loved how they had individual bungalows. The bungalow was spacious and warm. There is a bedroom with a king-sized bed, tv and desk. The bedroom also leads out to the screened in porch. The center of the bungalow has a sitting area with a couch and small library. There is also a small kitchen attached. Spacious bathroom with an outdoor shower and a hammock. There is also a pool on the property that is heated in the winter.

The Beatnik
Bedroom at The Beatnik
Outdoor view of the Beatnik Bungalows
The bathroom inside the Beatnik Bungalow
Bedroom in the Beatnik Bungalow
The Roost

Although I didn’t stay at The Roost it was on my way to The Beatnik and it looked so quaint and southern. It is on my list if I stay in Ocean Springs again.

The Roost in 
Ocean Springs, MS
Image: The Roost
The Roost in Ocean Springs, MS
Image: The Roost
The Roost in Ocean Springs, MS
Image: The Roost

Other locations that are in Ocean Springs and on Government Street.

The Inn at Ocean Springs
Front Beach Cottages
Government Street Cottages

Eat

Traveling for me is 100% focused on where I am going to eat. When Justin and I traveled alone before the boys were born, we often would plan out every place we were going to eat while we were out of town. I am also the person who checks out the menu of any new restaurant I try.

Before I left for Ocean Springs, I had scouted out a few places that I wanted to try. These are the places I was able to dine while I was in Ocean Springs.

Mosaic

Really aesthetically pleasing decor. It was a great cross between traditional and bohemian elements. I had the gumbo which was perfection on the cold day I was in town.

Mosaic in Ocean Springs MS
The Lady May

I shopped the Lady May Market before I ate dinner in their cute location. I was passing by on the street and saw that they had a variety of jams and other items for sale in their shop. I stopped in ad purchased some bourbon-soaked cherries and also some of their bacon jam. I returned for dinner and had the crabcakes and I couldn’t resist trying the mac and cheese.

Tatonut Donuts

I personally think the marking of a good town is the line at their donut shop. Not only was Tatonut packed after lunch the line was on the sidewalk the next morning. I was personally blown away by their red velvet cake donut.

Tatonut Donuts Ocean Springs MS
Image: Facebook
The District Coffee Company

A relaxing trip on my own isn’t complete without an afternoon coffee breaks. I tried the lavender latte, and it was so good I went back the next morning.

The District Coffee
Image: Facebook
French Kiss Pasteris

This location was quaint and, in my opinion, very Twee. The cabinet with all the beautifully stacked cakes were delightful. I picked up a Vanilla Bean Cheesecake and a Carrot cake for the kids. They were delicious.

Red Velvet Cake from French Kiss Pasteries

Shop

My next priority after eating is definitely shopping. When I am in a small town there are three types of businesses, I am looking to visit: a candy shop, an antique store and a mercantile.

Moxie

Moxie was a lady’s boutique that had all curvy and plus size options. They had a great selection of Valentine’s Day sweaters as well as Mardi Gras and they were starting to get spring in too. One thing I noticed was they had plus size gowns in stock. It is not always an easy thing to find especially in a place where you can try it on. Definitely worth the drive.

The Candy Cottage

There is always a candy store in a small town. I got the boys each a homemade root beer sucker and I found some spiced pecans for Justin. The location was quaint, and the owner was so nice.

Ocean Springs Mercantile

I specifically went into this shop to check out the layout of the store for one of my social media clients. I wanted to scope out there set up. What I ended up finding was a gorgeous vintage hat which I took home with me for less than $20.

Buff City Soap Company

There was so much in this shop it was kind of intimidating. It was like a bath and body works with all homemade products. You can literally watch them making the soap, bath bombs and shave bars behind the counter. Nothing was overpowering and they fully disclose all of the ingredients. Loved the store and the owner was also kind and welcoming.

Antique Shop

Next to Buff City Soap was a sweet little antique shop. I cannot remember the name and I couldn’t find it online. They had an array of vintage brooches and other antiques. I also saw a mink hat which was gorgeous but out of my price range for this trip.

See

I wasn’t able to do anything on this part of the list, but I wanted to include it for you and for me when I go back. I definitely want to rent a bike the next time I am in the area if the weather permits.

Craft Advisory Brewing
Walter Anderson Museum of Art
Slow Ride Pedal Tours
Gulf Islands Seashore Visitor Center
Bike Rentals

Final Thoughts

Overall, I give Ocean Springs a 10. I would definitely go back with my friends or with Justin. I don’t know that I would bring the kids. It would depend on the time of year. I know in the spring there is a lot of family friendly fun in the area, but I may just keep this as an adult retreat for myself. If you want more information, I encourage you to follow the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce or GulfCoast.org

XO,

Tiffany

In: travel · Tagged: biloxi, mississippi, Mississippi travel, ocean springs, Ocean Springs MS, Travel, travel guide, visit mississippi, what to do in ocean springs, where to eat in ocean springs, where to shop in ocean springs, where to stay in ocean springs

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#welovestyle #runwaylook #fashionbloggerlife #fashionmusthave #womensfashionblog #styleandcurve #fashionplus #plussizebloggersunite #fashionforallsizes #plussizeblogger #plussizefashion #plussizegirls #curvesarebeautiful #plussizebloggers #fashionista #plusclothing #boldcurvyfashionista #curvyfashionstyle #curvestyle #plussizeinfluencer #curvygirlfashion #curvyfashion #curvyfashionista #curvychic #fashioncurvy #boldandcurvy #fashionblogger #ootd #womensstyle #personalstyle
Disco Nap: 2/3. This year I have worked through a Disco Nap: 2/3. This year I have worked through a lot of emotional baggage on what being beautiful is. That most of our focus of being beautiful is intertwined with the desire to be thin. Angling our bodies in pictures to the thinnest look, looking for clothes that are “flattering” and shaming our self when our body doesn’t look like we want it to in an outfit. So many things about body positivity are nuanced and deep and layered. Ive accepted and grown to love so many things about my ever changing frame but I even knew there was this deep seeded hatred of my belly knowing it’s not aesthetically appealing to society. Even as I write this I won’t lie and say this last year I’ve learned to love every part of my body and I never feel shame about it. What I have learned is that I’m not going to hide it anymore. That I’m not going to try to make myself appear smaller than I am. Because trying to hide is leaning into the shame. 
.
.

#welovestyle #runwaylook #fashionbloggerlife #fashionmusthave #womensfashionblog #styleandcurve #fashionplus #plussizebloggersunite #fashionforallsizes #plussizeblogger #plussizefashion #plussizegirls #curvesarebeautiful #plussizebloggers #fashionista #plusclothing #boldcurvyfashionista #curvyfashionstyle #curvestyle #plussizeinfluencer #curvygirlfashion #curvyfashion #curvyfashionista #curvychic #fashioncurvy #boldandcurvy #fashionblogger #ootd #womensstyle #personalstyle
This year when @rachelmadelynphoto and I were talk This year when @rachelmadelynphoto and I were talking about shooting for my birthday I sent her two concepts. The first was my newspaper shoot, posted yesterday, and second was this series I named Disco Nap 🪩 💤. Both of us were torn between the two and she was like, let’s shoot them both. 

For me as a blogger and a creative I get to take lots of pictures but they are usually for a brand or a campaign. Styled shoots like this are so much fun to put together and give me such a spark creatively.

Photos: @rachelmadelynphoto 
Styling: @nicholexanthos 
Location: @openspacestudios_ 
Hair: @rainaisrad @stephanie.tyrl @loveparisparker 
Disco balls: @shopgoldenlily 
Dress: @amazonthedrop 
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#birthdayshoot #styledshoot #photoshoot #disconap
Good things come in threes. Last one. #birthdaysho Good things come in threes. Last one. #birthdayshoot #photoshoot #photographer #styledshoot #blogger #neworleansblogger #influencer
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