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January 16, 2020 •

What I Wore, 1/16

Velvet Leggings (Use code “LONGWKND” to get them for $20! Best price I’ve ever seen for ’em!) / Chambray Shirt (Unbelievably soft.) / Camel Cardigan (Use code “LONGWKND” for 30 percent off! Factory Version Here) / Rothy’s Loafers / Tde. Phone Case / Master Bedroom Details Here

Quick little post this morning, as I wanted to highlight that J.Crew is currently having a BIG sale, and so many of my tried-and-true staples are included! Use code “LONGWKND” to take 30 percent off nearly all full-priced products, 40 percent off the sale section, and 60 percent off select sale styles. Here’s what I have my eye on:

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January 15, 2020 •

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Our Most-Loved Serena & Lily Products

Diamond Jute Rug / Harbor Cane Coffee Table / Jetty Pillow Covers

This is Mitch’s last takeover post of the week, and I really don’t want to completely hijack it. 😜 But he’s talking about our favorite products from Serena & Lily, and I couldn’t help but jump in to talk about my top 10. So in no particular order…

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January 14, 2020 •

Charlotte, North Carolina

A Super Soft + Cozy Sweater Dress

J.Crew Factory Super Soft Sweater Dress (Size down. Here’s J.Crew’s Version! Similar fit; more billowy sleeves.) / 3 for $12 pearl headbands / Similar Over-the-Knee Boots

This is what I like to call on-the-fly blogging. Didn’t really intend on shooting or posting this outfit (hence the random canned wine 🙈), but it was so amazingly cozy for last night’s dinner in Charlotte that I wanted to highlight some fantastic pieces!

Note: I’m typing this on my phone in the car, so please excuse… everything. 😂

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January 13, 2020 •

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Found On Mitch’s Phone: Volume 1

Mitch here!

I proposed this column idea as a way to nudge myself toward taking more interesting photographs as I go about my life. And nearly every photo I’ve taken since becoming a dad is of my kids. But the snaps tell an interesting story and give a unique perspective on the Larkin Family so, like any good dad, I’m going to show you a bunch of photos of my kids right now and even one of my dog. Thanks for indulging me.

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January 12, 2020 •

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Plants: Real or Faux?

Planter Set / Large Tree / Holly Tree / Tiered Tree

Mitch here!

I’m taking over the blog for the next couple of days because we’re traveling–we’re on a press trip in Charlotte with P&G!–and Kelly’s behind on some projects.

So let’s talk plants! I’ve murdered every plant I’ve ever owned, and I’ve owned a whole bunch of plants. Even worse, I come from a long line of plant survivalists. My father and brother are farmers, for god’s sake. They grow hundreds of thousands of new plants from seed each and every year. And my mom? She’s literally a Master Gardener. (It’s a thing.) But it’s not like I hate plants or something. I’m actually pro leaf, but I try and they die.

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January 11, 2020 •

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Cookin’ with Mitch: Italian Sausage, Zucchini and Tortellini Soup

Chef Mitch here!

I love a recipe that has all the ingredients right in the title. This soup hasn’t yet had its Cobb Salad, Italian Wedding or Reuben sandwich moment but it’s on it’s way. In our house we just call it “Gammie’s Soup” and it is the absolute perfect meal for a chilly winter day…and as a family in the middle of a Chicago winter you’d better bet we’re souping this soup on the reg. SOUP!

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January 10, 2020 •

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New Rugs in Our Home

Ryder Denim Rug / Balboa Trunk / Westport Duvet Cover and Shams / Sutton Quilt and Shams / Costa Floor Mirror

Mitch and my father-in-law have a running joke about my mother-in-law and me: If they so much as blink, there’s a new rug in the house. We can’t help it. 😂 We both agree that rugs make a space! A room can feel like an entirely different one when a new rug introduced, and a room that had little character beforehand can scream character when after right rug is laid down. Rug fanatics, that’s us.

Come to think of it, I really need to have my mother-in-law “guest blog” at some point! Or I should at least feature her gorgeous home and interview her about her design process. She’s so good. And every time I visit, she’s introduced a new rug or moved around some older ones so there’s a familiar yet fluid feel to her home. I love it!

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January 9, 2020 •

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Recent Finds, 1/9

Ugg Boots

New year, new “Recent Finds” post! I normally publish this little series on Fridays, but I have another post going live then, so today it is. :)

OKAY. Question: Are Uggs back? I’m really hoping so. And if not, I’m going to try really hard to make the comeback happen. Maybe it’s because it was 10 degrees when I left the house yesterday morning; I don’t know. But I feel compelled to own a pair again, if not just to make those chilly mornings a little nicer. (And easier! Nothing like a pair of slip-on boots when you’re trying to get out the door with two little kids.)

Anyway, I’m all in. And I saw a really cute woman walking around the neighborhood in them yesterday, and I was like, “You know what? Let’s do this.” Tell me your thoughts! Would you wear them?! Or did the Abercrombie skirt/Ugg boots college look scar you for life? 😜

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January 8, 2020 •

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Goals for 2020

Brooke & Lou Lemon Wallpaper c/o / Pottery Barn Desk and Sconces / Serena & Lily Chair, Diamond Jute Rug and (old) Lamp c/o / Caitlin Wilson Mouse Pad / Gray Malin Artwork c/o / Ballard Designs Chippendale Chair / iMac

As far as I’m concerned, today is the first day of 2020. :) Over the last week, we put away Christmas decor, cleaned up the mess from the New Year’s party, unpacked from our holiday travels, did a month’s worth of laundry, transitioned Emma back into her school routine, put out a few work-related fires, and covered the Lilly sale. But today marks the beginning of my fresh start! And I’m sitting here in a coffee shop, feeling motivated and inspired and alive, but also mindful of the fact that these feelings are usually short-lived for me. 😉

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January 7, 2020 •

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20+ Outfits: Last Chance to Shop the Lilly Sale

Zazie Top / Originally $138 / Sale price: $49

The Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale ends tonight at midnight, so I thought I’d feature some of my favorites that are in my closet. So many are included, and the savings are unreal!

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