Sweater Blazer / Jeans / Mules (These are a great alternative!) / Turtleneck / Newer Leopard Tote (And love this super soft faux leather one!) / Nearly Identical Chandelier Here and Here / Anthropologie Gleaming Primrose Mirror / Black Cabinet (Wider here and taller here)
I’m writing this on the road—hotspots are pretty awesome, no?!—so I’ll keep things short and sweet today. Here are this week’s Recent Finds:
Cashmere Half-Zip Sweater / Navy Long-Sleeve Striped Tee / Marled Crewneck Sweater / Sage Green Button Mock Neck Sweater / Relaxed Collared Sweater in Stripe / Long Sweater Blazer / Double-Breasted Blazer / Mini Bag / Twist Hoop Earrings / Braided Straw Hat / Scoop Neck One-Piece Bathing Suit / Leather Sandals / Smocked Floral Dress
We’re in that stretch of time right now where there are so many wonderful new arrivals for spring, but it’s still snowing outside, ha. If you think it feels strange ordering a bathing suit in February, you’re not alone. But in all seriousness, a lot of the best things sell out pretty quickly by the time the weather starts to warm up, so ordering a couple of pieces that you know you’ll get a lot of wear out of in the spring means you can skip all of that. Okay, now I’m excited for the day when I get to organize all of the winter clothes and put the puffer coats and beanies away, and bring out my sandals and dresses.
Emma planned out her Valentine’s Day outfit over the weekend, and it was the cutest. ♥️ Outfit/room details here.
Hello! Here’s what comes to mind today:
Striped Quarter-Zip Pullover / Sherpa Full-Zip Jacket / Sherpa Fleece Quarter-Zip / Cotton Cashmere Pullover / Marled Pink Half-Zip Hoodie / Sorel Winter Boots / Pom Pom Beanie / Black Full-Zip Running Jacket / Grey Long Sleeve Shirt / Marled Long Sleeve Shirt / Striped Funnel Neck Sweatshirt / Wonderfully Warm Leggings
We’re well into winter, and most days, the weather in Chicago is freezing. Despite that, I’ve still been trying to put on my winter athleisure and get outside whenever I can, whether it’s taking Noodle for a walk around the block or scooting with Emma to school. I never regret getting the fresh air. I gathered some of my favorite winter athleisure and activewear pieces. From pullovers and long sleeve tops that would be great for layering on those 10-degree morning walks to a few other things I’m eyeing.
Veja Campo Sneakers are back in stock!
Before we get started, my favorite Veja Campo Sneakers are back in stock! You can read my full review of the sneakers here, but some tips on sizing first:
Veja sizing can be tricky, and unfortunately varies from style to style. Also, the brand does not carry half sizes, which makes it even harder on the “.5” people of the world like myself. ;)
My usual size: True 7.5, but I sometimes order a size 8 in sneakers for added comfort.
My Veja Campo size: EUR 39 (US 8)
Thoughts: In my opinion, the Campo runs pretty TTS. Again, I wear a size 7.5 in flats but will sometimes wear an 8 in sneakers. Because Veja does not carry half sizes, I went with size EUR 39, which the brand says is a size US 8. (Though it can also work for people with size 7.5 feet.) I tried both EUR 38 (US 7) and EUR 39 (US 8), and the 39 was definitely the right call. While they’re certainly roomy, they aren’t overly so… and don’t toes hit (or hurt) like they did in the smaller size.
On to the rest of this week’s Recent Finds:
Canvas Art Set / Woven Tray with Leather Handles / Table Lamp / White Planter / Large Glass Vase / Blue Stripe Wash Cloths / Textured Cream Coverlet / Matte Gray Ceramic Candle / Striped Throw Pillow / Textured Throw Pillow / Wooden Pedestal Serving Bowl / Chunky Cable Knit Throw Blanket / Rattan Tray / Marble Pinch Bowl with Spoon / Indoor Outdoor Tan Rug / Marble Stone Bookends / Large Ceramic Vase / Small Ceramic Vase
I’ve been working to refine our home decor lately. Things started to feel more cluttered, so I took some time to sort through areas in our home, like shelves that accumulated a wide range of pieces over time. I kept the home decor pieces that brought me joy and donated the rest. It’s still a work in progress, but sorting through even a couple of areas around the house has already made such a big difference. Moving forward, when I’m adding new pieces, I’ll focus on sticking to a color scheme, which is neutrals for me at the moment. And I’ll follow the less is more rule. Embrace the white space! You don’t have to spend hundreds on home decor. You can find some of the best pieces at stores like Target for a much more affordable price. That’s why I wanted to share a few of my favorite Target home decor finds, which also all happen to be neutral, to give you a little inspiration if you’re also in the process of redecorating.
Rug / Striped Duvet Cover + Shams / White Shams / Black Lamps / Bed / Bench / Mirror / Nightstands / Dresser and Matching Tall Chest / Natural Pillow / Magic Sheets / Wreath / Chandelier / Sconces / Curtains / Gray Chair (PB has a great similar-looking one, too!) / White Throw Blanket / Striped Pillow / Baskets: Serena & Lily and Pottery Barn / Rattan Chair / Wooden Lamps / Tray / Black Vase / Paint Colors: Benjamin Moore “Pale Oak” and Benjamin Moore “Ivory White” but I would recommend using Benjamin Moore “Dove Wing” instead if you’re looking for a muted white.
We’ve come a long way! I can’t tell you how in love I am with the progress we’ve made in our bedroom.
First, we are rid of all clutter. That’s been HUGE. For years, my bedroom was always a mess—clothing strewn on chairs and the floor; tote bags and shoes everywhere. Turns out that I simply owned too much and wasn’t organized. Now that I have less and have specific homes for what I do have, tidying the room takes no more than five minutes. I make the bed, put my pajamas away or clothing in the hamper, and open the curtains. And that’s… it. 🤯 Guys, it’s fabulous, especially as a tired mom. ;) (If you’ve been thinking about downsizing your wardrobe and getting organized, I wrote this post on my process a few years ago. I do think I need to write another one, though! Okay, actually—doing that RIGHT AFTER I’m done with this post. )
Second, the space feels like more of a reflection of who we are now. I’ve personally changed and grown a lot over the last couple of years, and while I loved the busy wallpaper for a long time, I’m in an anti-busy chapter now. 😉 I now start and end the day in a calming environment, and that seems to carry over into other areas of life!
Activity Book / Ruffle Crewneck / Heart Print Dress / Floral Pens / Sloth Blanket / Heart Beanie / Noodle Plush Toy / Heart PJ Set / Cookie Erasers / Bracelets / Pink Unicorn Plush Toy / Sequin Heart Hair Ties / Teddy Bear / Pink Button-Front Corduroy Dress / Inflatable Plaid Sled / Heart Kids Purse / Pom Pom Blanket / Pink Heart Pocket T-Shirt / Waffle Breakfast Toy Set
There are so many adorable Valentine’s Day gifts for girls at the moment. After my Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her post last week, I had a couple of requests to create a guide for kids. Typically, we aren’t big Valentine’s Day gift givers, but one of the things that came out of 2020 was having mini celebrations for even minor occasions. It brought so much joy to Emma and Lucy that we haven’t really stopped since. So no matter how you’re planning to celebrate, I included a range of gifts in this post, from pretty school supplies like pens and erasers, to clothes, to even a few toys and activities that are all great Valentine’s Day gifts for girls.
Anthropologie Gleaming Primrose Mirror
Oh hey there, hey! Here’s what comes to mind this morning:
Valentine’s Day is in less than ten days! So I’m sharing four outfits today in case you’re looking for a little inspiration. There are Valentine’s Day outfits for every occasion, from casual and cozy date night looks to dressy evening dinner outfits. There’s even a festive PJ set perfect for a girls’ night in.
