Since the great closet clean out of 2019, I was left with a whole foot of closet real estate. This also meant that I had parted with many of the options I had been leaving myself. I still have plenty to wear, but in an effort to really see what I have and wear, I’ve decided to document my daily outfits whether it be work or play. My goal is to figure out what I wear most, what I need more of, and what I do not/did not wear at all during the month of April.
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Seven on a Saturday | Spring Trends
Hi, friends! Anyone else got a real case of the hurry-up-and-clear-out-the-pollen-so-I-can-get-outside-and-enjoy-the-spring-weathers? This self-proclaimed winter lover is really ready for the warmer temps, but only like the sunny and 75 stuff. Nothing higher. I immediately want winter again at the first sign of sweat.
Continue reading “Seven on a Saturday | Spring Trends”Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Need a quick idea for a Valentine for your girlfriends, mom, sister, in laws, etc? Or maybe your guy needs a little nudge in the right direction? I’ve got a few ideas for you that won’t take long to get here or won’t take long for you to run out a get.
Continue reading “Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Guide”2018 Favorites
Every month I write out a list of my favorite things in a series here on the blog called Currently Loving. Out of the last twelve months, I’ve come up with a list of things that I’ve loved over the whole 2018 year. Below you will find seven categories of things that brought me joy, things that I wore and/or still wear, things that I love to eat, and plenty of other randomness that I loved during 2018.
Continue reading “2018 Favorites”Gift Guide for the Guys
If I’m being honest, I wasn’t going to write this. I asked two different men what were some of their favorite things in their home. You know, things they use everyday or things they wouldn’t want to live without. The first answer from both was beer. The second from one of them was Crocs. Oh boy… At least their standards aren’t too high. #silverlining
Continue reading “Gift Guide for the Guys”My Wish List Gift Guide
Everyone has a Christmas Wish List, right? I sure do. I pretty much have a year-round wish list, but now that it’s Christmas and people are asking what I’d like to receive, I’m making a comprehensive list. And chances are that if I want something on this list, you might too. Let’s see if that’s the case.
My Wish List
- Light Grey Duvet Cover– I’ve finally nailed down a design plan for our master bedroom and it includes this bedding. I sent my mom a link for it, so we’ll see what kind of good word she’s got with Santa! 🙂
- Disco Ball– If you follow me on Instagram, you know how much I love my disco ball ornaments and when the sun hits them. The light patterns that dance across the room are down right magical. Imagine if this one was positioned in just the right path of light. Instant fun and a little bit of glam, too.
- SJP Collection Shoes– Again, if you follow me on Instagram, then you know my affinity for SJP Collection. Her shoes are insanely beautiful and incredibly well-made. This style is called Doe. They were released recently in a sassy red leather called Poison, and I might prefer the red. I’d probably get more wear from this Black Mesh, but wouldn’t the red add a punch of fun? You can get the red ones by calling the Seaport District NYC store and having them shipped to you. I wear a 39.5 if Santa is feeling extra generous. Definitely do that black, though, Santa. We both know my wardrobe is primarily black clothes. Let’s keep with the trend. 🙂
- Herbivore Jade Facial Roller– I’ve been reading and hearing lots of good things about jade facial rollers. The coolness of the stone is supposed to be great for de-puffing and de-stressing your skin. This particular one was number one on Allure Magazine’s list of jade rollers. I’m always on the lookout for great and natural skin care, so this seems like a fun addition.
- Beautycounter Overnight Resurfacing Peel– Speaking of great skincare, this product is something I’ve been wanting to try out for a while. I heard it should have been named “The Game Changer”, and well, I’d really like to see how game changing it is for my skin. Several clients of mine love it and other consultants say it’s made all the difference in their skin. I’m sure I’ll be getting my hands on this one soon. I’ll report back!
- Slippers– Every few years I put a new pair of slippers on my Christmas list. This year happens to be one of those years since I’ve worn out my last pair. They were from L.L. Bean and were fabulous. This year I went a different route and chose a pair from Walmart that I fell in love with. These aren’t the exact ones, but they’re mighty close. I can’t find the exact ones online, but they are in the Greenville Walmart right now!
- Silk Pillowcase– Have you heard about the greatness that is a silk pillowcase? I hear they help with frizz and are what your delicate skin needs. This set at Target is only $14 and comes with a beautiful French hair pin. Yes, please! Who sleeps on a silk pillowcase already? Does it really make a difference?
- Oversize Wall Clock– When trying to channel my inner Jojo, I can’t think of a better way to do it than to add a giant wall clock to my home. I found this one at At Home this year and haven’t stopped thinking about it since. I should have just bought it, but it seemed indulgent. Hopefully I’m on the Nice List this year.
- Leopard Curtains– Elizabeth, don’t you already have leopard curtains in your living room? Yes. Don’t you think you’d be overdoing it adding another set of leopard curtains? Heck no! This would be a lighter leopard and would hang in the master bedroom. Rooms are supposed to flow, right? This fabric from Schumacher, one of my favorite places to find fabric and wallpaper and also one of the best Instagram feeds in home decor, is perfection and exactly what I’ve envisioned for that space. I don’t even know how much they cost, but I don’t care. I want them.
- Homebody by Joanna Gaines– This book is already on one of my gift guides, but I want it for myself, too. I mentioned before that I try to channel my inner Jojo, so why not get the ideas straight from the source? It’s bound to be super informative and incredibly pretty.
- Wine Glasses– Over our eight years of marriage, I’ve broken countless wine glasses. We were gifted some really beautiful ones from Karen Rainey’s as wedding presents, but those are the ones I broke. I think I’m down to three. It’s time for some new ones, and this style is exactly what I’m looking for.
- Peds No Show Socks– These socks were also on another gift guide. I have the kind with the silicone pad at the heel, but these are so perfect for mules and backless booties, which I have plenty of. I can’t wait to give these a try.
I decided to leave off the clothes. There are so many fashion bloggers out there to turn to to find the best deals and most stylish clothes. But I have had so much fun putting this list together. I tend to have pretty expensive taste as you can tell by the shoes, but I managed to find some great bargains this year. Are any of these items on your list? Do you already have any of these? Specifically the silk pillow case or jade roller? I’d love to know in the comments.
Thank you for hanging out with me all week and checking out all the gift guides. I’ve got one more I added at the list minute for the boys so come back tomorrow for the last gift guide of the year. I hope that you’ve gotten ideas for the people on your list or even for yourself. I’m looking forward to putting them to good use as I finish up my Christmas shopping.
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Have a great weekend, friends!
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Hostess Gift Guide
Today is actually a 3-in-1 gift guide!
A lot of times we have to go to a Christmas dinner party, but we also have fun gift exchange parties or game-themed parties that we can take the kiddos to, and then there’s the kind of guest that has to stay overnight. I decided to put together three mini gift guides for each kind of guest to give to their host/hostess. You’re getting all three of them in this one post! Continue reading “Hostess Gift Guide”
Cozy Gift Guide
Day two of gift guides is here!
Today is all about that cozy life. One of my favorite things about colder weather is bundling up to get warm. Coats and scarves are some of my favorite accessories, and I’ve got those two things and more here for you. Add these gift ideas to your own wish list or assign one to your coziest bestie. Continue reading “Cozy Gift Guide”
I Shave My Face and Maybe You Should Too
Yep, you read that right. I shave my face.
I’ve done some research on the topic and have been seeing women do this since way back in the day when Caroline Manzo was on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. She shaves her face everyday. Like, lathers up and shaves her face every single day. I don’t do it like that, but I certainly ain’t knocking it! Because that’s the beauty of beauty. Continue reading “I Shave My Face and Maybe You Should Too”
The Smoothie Recipe That Keeps Me Full All Morning
I’m a pretty early riser during the school year. I have to be at work early, and because I like my devotion time in the morning, I will wake up before 5:00 most days. This means I’m usually eating breakfast between 5:00 and 5:15 and don’t get to eat again until 11:00. If I eat at 5:00 a.m. and don’t eat something protein-rich, I’m hungry by 8:00 a.m. Not conducive to my teacher schedule at all.
This school year I set out on a quest to find the things that would best keep me full without having to fix a full on breakfast every morning. Enter the protein smoothie.
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