Nearly Identical Trench Coat
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Recent Finds, 2/4
Written By Kelly in the City
A Snow Day in New York City
Hi there! I’m Christy, and I’m excited to be guest posting today. Last week I finally got the chance to go back to New York and visit my twin sister for the first time since I moved to Los Angeles almost half a year ago. Unfortunately, a blizzard rolled in only a few days into the trip, but we made the most of it. I love how it feels like the entire city slows down for a beat whenever it snows in New York. The roads are empty, except for a few brave drivers and a handful of yellow cabs. And every lawn in Central Park is scattered with sledders holding household objects they’ve improvised as a sled, cardboard boxes, plastic storage box lids, you name it. In the afternoon, the sidewalks outside restaurants are littered with piles of sleds while families take a lunch break or warm up with some hot cocoa — the only word to describe what it feels like walking through New York on those days is magical. So naturally, I went for many long walks around Central Park, the Upper West Side, and the Upper East Side to soak it all in and took a few snaps that Kelly asked me to share. So, similar to Kelly’s Happiness Walk Through Lincoln Park posts, this is a happiness walk through Central Park.
Portraits with Noodle
Kelly’s Killhope Quilted Jacket (Orvis, Nordstrom, Barbour) / Mitch’s Bristol Wax Jacket (Nordstrom, Saks, Barbour) / Kelly’s Grasmoor Ankle Boots (Nordstrom, Macy’s, Barbour) / Maybury Cape Sweater / Pom Beanies / Mitch’s Corduroys / Kelly’s Leggings / Mitch’s Sweater / Mitch’s Boots / Noodle’s Jacket and Collar
Oh my goodness. A few weeks ago, Mitch and I took portraits (using a tripod 😆) with Noodle at Oz Park in Chicago. Noodle is an important member of our family, and while she’s one of the more bizarre dogs I’ve ever come across, haha, she’s beloved by all. (You can read about our journey with her here. She’s improved SO much with age!)
Before we had kids, I used to take photos of Noodle all the time. Understandably, though, that changed when little girls arrived on the scene. ;) So it’s really nice to have a few cute shots of us with her! She is, after all, my little buddy. She’s at my feet as I type this, and she’s been by my side since we first moved to Chicago. ♥️
February Favorites
Grey Mock Neck Sweater / Cream Cable Tunic Sweater / Zip-up Bouclé Striped Sweater / Crossbody Bag / Relaxed Denim Jacket / Sweater Blazer / Knot Headband / Shirt Dress / Smocked Tie-Shoulder Dress / Black Coat / Jeans / Winter Boots
Happy February! We made it through the first month of 2022. January surely had its ups and downs, but I’m feeling much more at ease and organized now compared to the start of the year. Over the past month, I embraced simplicity, started going to bed a lot earlier, and even surprisingly enjoyed the snow. Though I’m not going to speak too soon because we’re supposed to get 20 inches of snow in two days, and we’ll see how it goes. As we’re heading into this month, I wanted to share a few of my recent favorite things. Whether it’s the pair of winter boots I’ve been wearing almost daily or the wonderfully soft sweater I’ve been eyeing, these are some of the pieces that spark joy for me at the moment.
20+ Things, 1/31
Good morning!
Here are the first 20+ things that come to mind this morning because I’m feeling chatty. 😉
25+ Ways We Bring Hygge Into Our Home
Cozy feels in our bedroom at night.
Black Lamps / Bench / Bed / Duvet Cover / Nightstands / White Shams / Accent Pillow / Chandelier / Mirror / Rug / Olive Branch Wreath / Paint Colors: Benjamin Moore Pale Oak and Benjamin Moore Ivory White #925
Have you ever relished in a winter snow day and spent it under blankets watching movies or reading books? Or perhaps you’ve opted to stay home on a Saturday night in comfy clothing, enjoying a glass of tea/wine, takeout or homemade treat by the fire. Or maybe you’ve been quick to turn on the lamps, light the candles, and turn on French cafe music as the sun starts to sink below the horizon. Or you’ve made a hearty meal and hosted friends for game night. If you found yourself nodding to any of that, you’re familiar with hygge!
At this point, most of us have at least heard of hygge, especially if you’ve watched Frozen with little kids approximately one million times. But what, exactly, is it? Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word for cozy contentment, comfort and well-being feelings… but it’s also a mindset and lifestyle. The idea is that hygge can not only get you through the bitterly cold times of the year, but also genuinely enjoy them. Denmark has hellish winters, yet it still ranks as one of the happiest countries on earth. Why? Hygge.
Recent Finds, 1/28
MADE IT. What do you guys have planned for the weekend? I think Mitch is going out with Neal tonight (so cute), the girls and I are doing movie night, my in-laws are coming tomorrow, and we have swim lessons on Sunday. With any hope, we take down the garland and lights at some point, too, but I give that a low likelihood. 😉
Also, today is my cousin Annie’s birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ANNIE! We love you!
Here are this week’s Recent Finds:
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her
Red Crossbody Bag / Mug / Heart Jewelry Case / Heart Bracelet / Pink Sneakers / Heart Knit Dog Sweater / Pink Candle / Heart Mug Set / Ceramic Pitcher / Cozy Slippers / Nested Heart Ceramic Catchalls / Heart Socks / Cream Cable-Knit Sweater / Fleece Robe / Headband / Pajama Set
Putting this post together brought me so much joy; there are so many adorable Valentine’s Day gifts this year. And it’s also made me start looking forward to Valentine’s Day. I’m all for having mini celebrations throughout the year, especially for the girls. However, I’ve learned that creating cheer doesn’t have to be extravagant by any means. It could be as simple as putting up one or two Valentine’s decorations around the house from Target or picking up some heart-shaped chocolates when you’re at the grocery store. It’s something small that everyone in the family gets to look forward to during the winter. If you’re looking for some lovely Valentine’s Day gifts for the women in your life, these are a few of my favorite finds.
Top 10 Buys: Tuckernuck Sample Sale
Shop Tuckernuck Sale Dresses (Wearing this Liberty dress.)
The Tuckernuck Sample Sale is on! From now through tomorrow, January 27th, you can take 50-85 percent off over 2,000 styles.*
Win $250 to Spend on Cozy Winter Staples
Cashmere Hoodie / High-Waist Skinny Jeans / Parka / Boots / Girls’ Dresses / Girls’ Puffer Coats / Girls’ Boots
Enter to win $250 to spend on FatFace winter staples via my Instagram post!
We snapped these photos the other day after getting home from Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. (See the last photo in this post.) It’s so easy to just hole up at home this time of year, but we’ve been putting a lot of effort into getting our family out and about. I will say that it requires quite a bit of doing with two little kids, and Mitch and I are utterly exhausted by the end. 😆 But we fight off cabin fever, get to experience the city, and avoid trashing the house. Everyone’s happier!