Weekly Faves

Whew, this was a bit of a wild week. Classes started back up again (hello last semester of graduate school!) and that partnered with increasing responsibilities at my internship = major exhaustion. But after an 8:30pm bedtime and solid workout this morning, I’m recharged and ready to get some work done. Here are some things I have my eye on..

1. I feel like I found a unicorn in this scarf from Cos Stores. For whatever reason, Acne Studios seems to be the only retailer selling beautiful fluffy plaid scarves. Most of the coats I’ve purchased over the last few years have been solids and I love the idea of adding a little color and pattern to my outerwear. Still not super cheap at $99, but a big improvement over Acne’s $260 price point. Bonus- if you sign up for email with Cos you’ll get 15% off your order.

2. This H&M ceramic vase with fluted edges adds the perfect contemporary touch to a shelf or entry console.

3. If you told me three years ago that I would be lusting over a pair of New Balance sneakers (not to mention wearing sweatpants every day..) as my spring shoe of choice, I would have called you crazy. But, here we are.

4. This lip moisturizer from Malin & Goetz is my holy grail lip balm. It doesn’t contain any potential irritants (beeswax, lanolin, mineral oil, peppermint, etc) and works for hours. Believe me, I’ve tried ‘em all and this is the best.

5. When I fantasize about buying a house (a daily occurrence), I think about unique glassware I’d like to have on hand for holidays and gatherings. These textured wine glasses from Zara Home are the perfect mix of rustic and classic. Adding the coordinating tumblers in a different color would such a fun, casual look.

6. Jewelry retailer Ring Concierge is having a Valentine’s Day sale until Monday, 20% off orders of 1k or more and 15% off of everything else. How pretty would this gold herringbone bracelet look on a (my) tan wrist?

7. I have this chunky alpaca blend sweater from H&M in tan and I’ve found it to be such a great basic. It’s not too oversized and long enough to tuck into a pair of high-waisted jeans. The navy version looks a little more spring-forward and will work well into the chilly March temps.

My Rug Secret

Interior design is something I’ve shied away from sharing on the blog, but styling and furnishing my home is a very close second to dressing myself. The foundation of a space, for me, is always the rug. Whether they’re Oriental, Persian, or Moroccan, a good rug can make or break a room.

I know there are a lot of washable, indoor/outdoor, vintage-style rugs on the market right now, but I will forever be loyal to a wool rug. They literally last forever if you take care of them and feel so much more plush underfoot. I recommend adding a rug pad to increase durability and comfort.

My go-to for years has been web retailer esale rugs. They boast a great selection, fast shipping, and high turnover so their inventory is always fresh. I’ve rounded up a few of my current favorite 4x6’ Balouch rugs, all under $300. Bonus: buy 2 or more and get 10% off!

Are you team color or team neutral?

1.22.22

For someone who goes to the gym as much as I do for as long as I have, you’d think I’d have shared more of my must-haves on here over the years. But, here we are, so let’s just chalk the last 10+ years up to research.

  1. My partner turned me on to Ciele running hats, and they’re such a fun way to add a an extra layer to your gym ‘fit. It’s also perfect to have on hand for those hot, sunny summer walks.

  2. I’ve had the same Athleta muscle tanks on repeat for over a year now, and wanted a change of pace. I found these Lululemon tanks on sale for $29-39. They sell out fast, but if you’re persistent enough (by keeping the window open and hitting “refresh” throughout the day) you just might get lucky.

  3. The Elation Ultra-High Rise leggings from Athleta (or even the regular Elation) are my holy grail leggings. The waist is nice and high, compression is medium, and the fabric is buttery soft. The only downside is that the color selection is limited and admittedly not as exciting as Lululemon.

  4. I’m on my second pair of wireless earbuds from Encafire. The right bud from my first pair (RIP) is lying somewhere on the Jay Street Metrotech F track. But, for only $45, dropping it didn’t ruin my day.

  5. These Nike socks are the perfect height to wear with leggings. I find the calf-length version to be unflattering on me, but these are still long enough to keep my ankles covered on my frigid morning walk to the gym.

  6. I’ve been considering getting proper weightlifting shoes for a while now, but couldn’t get myself to pull the trigger on anything over $50. The flat sole on these Nike trainers is supposed to prevent injury and help engage leg muscles during squats and lunges. At $60 and in this cute color combo, I’m going to give them a try.

  7. This gym tote from Rains is waterproof and easy to throw in the wash (when you remember). It easily fits my gym journal, phone, a towel, and water bottle. There’s even room for a few Trader Joe’s essentials on the way home.

  8. I got this Garmin watch for my birthday two years ago, when I thought I’d work on my relationship with running during quarantine. Turns out, we hate each other and I’ve since fell hard for weightlifting. But I still wear it daily to track my steps, workouts, and heart rate.

  9. Having a good podcast to look forward to in the morning helps motivate me to hit the gym. I like to get my news fix first thing, so you’ll find me tuning into Start Here, Pod Save America, The Daily, and Political Gabfest on the regular.

1.15.22

There’s nothing like a 10-degree January day to have you dreaming about warmer weather. While that dream seems far away at the moment, I love the idea of adding some pastel colors to my winter wardrobe as a way to lift my mood and get me thinking about spring.

  1. This sweater from Mango (on sale for $39.99!) is not something I typically lean towards. I gravitate towards neutrals and this knit looks slightly twee, but I love the colors and vintage inspiration. Perfect for staying warm but will look just as right in March as it does now.

  2. A light jean is the perfect way to add a fresh feel to a winter look, and again will get you through the spring and early summer months. Agolde has been my go-to brand for years and the super-high waist and cropped length on this pair is everything in my book.

  3. I wrote about the New Balance 327 the other week and lo-and-behold they just released this neutral combo with a pop of pastel pink. These would work equally well with a white midi dress in June.

  4. Our brains might be thinking of spring but these temps absolutely require covering up every inch of bare skin. Good gloves are always something I stock up on at the end of the season and this leather pair from J.Crew on sale for $35 is a no-brainer.

  5. A gold hoop is a must-have for me and I like to update my everyday pair every so often. The beveled edge on these 14k gold hoops from Bony Levy are fresh without looking too forward. I know they’ll make the cut every.single.morning.

  6. I’m obsessed with the carnation pink of this mohair-blend hat on sale from & Other Stories. Just looking at it makes me smile and I know it will brighten up my washed-out January complexion. Even better, it’s on sale for $25 (!)

  7. While it’s far too cold to pull out our trenches on the east coast, I love this trench-inspired take on a puffer from (my favorite!) & Other Stories. The olive green is a welcome change-up from my fall black and navy and still practical enough to bundle up in.

4.27

This weekend we’re back from a quick family trip to Florida and it was just what I needed. I don’t spend a lot of extended time with my family, so it was such a treat to wake up and see my mom, sister and nephew every day. I played in the pool, drank margaritas, and hardly thought about work. All in all the perfect little getaway. And of course, I did some shopping by the pool.

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I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect wide leg crop pant for months now. I tried these from Everlane (too long) and these from Madewell (too big/stretchy). Abercrombie has had some great pieces lately, and I’m thinking about trying these. The matching jacket is also pretty fab. I might have to try these from ALC too…

I found yet another jewelry brand that looks too good to be true. Nordstrom carries an exclusive line by Bony Levy, and thankfully some great pieces are to be had on discount sister site Nordstrom Rack. Love these little heart stud earrings, these mixed metal hoops, and this zodiac necklace.

The home goods section at T.J. Maxx has some great offerings right now. How sweet is this velvet chair? If we had a bigger place I would be picking up this rattan bar, this big basket, this gorgeous rug, and this wood side table. I also want to scoop up every single one of these preserved floral bouquets to send to my girlfriends.

Due to seasonal depression I’ve been indulging more than usual since the holidays and wasn’t feeling 100% comfortable in a bathing suit on vacation. So this month I’m getting back on keto and in general trying to eat out and drink less. These recipes look easy, healthy, and not too full of cheese.