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January favorites.

January Favorites

With the turning of the calendar page from January to February, it’s time to bundle together the best products, places, media and everything in between from the last month. Here are 9 things I found myself loving in January…

1. Punjammies

Pajamas ranked pretty high on my Christmas list this year because I take my comfies seriously. Lucky for me my mom delivered! She gifted me with a gorgeous pair of pajama pants from the company Sudara. I’ve mentioned Sudara’s punjammies in a blog post before but basically they’re pajamas created by women in India who wish to remain free from sex-slavery. The idea was sparked by International Princess Project as a way to offer an alternative occupation to the women physically, emotionally and economically enslaved in the brothels in India’s red light districts. They are exceptionally comfy and I would be happy to wear them 24-7.

2. Food processor

This one is another Christmas gift from my mom. While I still believe that with an immersion blender and a half gallon mason jar I’ll never need a blender, I was sick of passing up recipes which definitely called for a food processor. I find that a lot of really simple healthy recipes especially call for a few pulses in one of these kitchen gadgets. Since receiving my own I’ve made smoothie bowls, sauces, hummus, and soup. Best part? Chucking all the parts in the dishwasher for easy clean up. Oh, and the delicious food!

3. Herkimer diamond necklace

And keeping with the Christmas theme, my sister gave me this gorgeous herkimer diamond necklace. A friend of hers makes lovely and unique jewelry pieces and I’m so thrilled to give this particular piece a loving home. It’s a great every day necklace and looks cute with t-shirts and dresses alike.

4. The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom

Sometimes I forget how much I love historical fiction but I love when I read something that makes me remember! This book is about a young Irish girl whose parents pass away on her journey across the Atlantic to America. A plantation owner takes her on as an indentured servant as payment for her crossing. Thus begins her life in the American South where she works side by side with the slaves who are also working in the “big home.” Set in the decades before the Civil War, the story tackles themes of class and race, but ultimately leaves you with a sense that feelings of family can transcend both. I would highly recommend this book.

5. Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Leading up to seeing this film, Chet and I re-watched the original Star Wars movies so I was really looking forward to keeping the story going. While I wouldn’t say I’m a huge Star Wars fan, I really liked this movie. Rey and Finn were super likable, BB8 was adorable, and Kylo Ren was perfectly troubled and scary. Not to mention all those original cast-members! Overall, a super fun trip to the movie theater. I’m sure you’ve already seen it but just in case–go check it out while it’s still on the big screen.

6. Alba Botanica Hawaiian – Pineapple Enzyme Facial Scrub

Alba Botanica is one of my favorite brands of skincare. This scrub, which I use once a week, is a fantastic exfoliator. The gentle buffing granules leave my skin feeling smooth and glow-y. It is also free from parabens, phthalates, and synthetic fragrances. Always a good thing when slathering something onto your skin!

7. PicMonkey 

I’ve been having a blast playing around with this free photo editing website this past month. While they have a premium option, which costs $4.99/mo, there’s still tons of opportunity to create neat images totally for free! I had way too much fun creating (way too many) Save the Date options. (I think I’ll write a blog post later in February to show you how I did these, if you’d like.) Adobe can get pricey so it’s nice to find an affordable alternative.

8. 30 Day Yoga Camp

Hi, I’m a Yoga with Adriene fangirl, nice to meet ya! In all seriousness, this 30 day series of yoga videos is perfection. Each class is between 20-40 minutes. Not only do they provide a fantastic, sometimes butt-kicking flow but the focus on breath and mind was a refreshing change for an “exercise challenge.” The sessions centered around a daily mantra which I found really helpful to focus on, not just for the length of the practice, but throughout the rest of the day. I will definitely return to this yoga camp in the future! And I will carry the daily mantra practice with me through the rest of 2016.

9. Reading My Tea Leaves

Do you ever find a new-to-you blogger and then start binge reading all their backlog of posts? This was totally me this month with Erin Boyle’s blog, Reading My Tea Leaves. With a focus on simple, sustainable living, this blog is beautifully written and accompanied by pitch perfect photography. She recently published a book which, if it’s anything like the blog, I’d love to get my hands on soon.

50 Piece All-Season Capsule Wardrobe

With more and more people jumping on the minimalism train, some of my more random obsessions are finding their way into the spotlight. Now that everyone and their mother has read Marie Kondo’s book, I can’t shake a stick at YouTube without finding a video highlighting a capsule wardrobe. (This is not a problem for anything but my productivity. I LOVE capsule wardrobe videos.)

33 pieces. 37 pieces. Accessories and jewelry included or not. Two capsules a year. Seasonal capsules. Capsules just for work wear and play clothes and comfies. There’s SO much inspiration out there if you want to go down the capsule wardrobe road.

With all that inspiration in mind, I decided to try my hand at putting together a capsule that could work (with just a few minor swaps) all year long. You could of course store the colder weather items away during warmer weather, and vice-versa. This is a capsule that I see being very feasible for my own life and what I want to work towards. I’d like to use it as a resource when I’m de-cluttering but also when I’m shopping for clothes. Because while I have a lot of these pieces, sitting down to dream up my perfect capsule was actually a great first step in showing me some glaring holes that exist in my wardrobe. (For example – I don’t own a white, collared button-up shirt. Staple item!)

So, check it out and let me know what you think….

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Tops

1. Dressy top

2. Tank top

3. Striped top

4. Sweater 

5. Chambray shirt

6. Long sleeve blouse/tunic/tee (Depending on your life and wardrobe needs. I work from home so tee would be legit enough for me, lol.)

7. Shirt with a print you love (or polka dots. or feathers!)

8. Plaid button-down shirt (or this one.)

9. White tee shirt

10. Turtleneck 

11. White button-down shirt

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Bottoms

12. Black editor pants 

13. Jeans

14. Black skinnies (or leggings.)

15. White jeans (or pants.)

16. Shorts

17. Skirt (dressier option.)

18. Pencil skirt

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Dresses

19. Maxi dress (or floral dressy option. or super casual.)

20. Little black dress

21. Seasonal dress suitable for a party/wedding/fancy event (Winter) (and here’s a Spring option. and a Summer. and an Autumn.)

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Outerwear

22. Raincoat (or a parka.)

23. Cardigan (I like black but tan boyfriend sweaters are super versatile, too.)

24. Denim jacket

25. Leather jacket (brown option.)

26. Safari jacket 

27. Blazer 

28. Winter coat (or how about a hooded option.)

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Shoes

29. Ballet flats (or black velvet.)

30. Business casual appropriate pair (if you prefer heels. if you prefer comfort.)

31. Casual shoes (moccasins!)

32. Sandals (flip-flops.)

33. Nude pumps

34. Party appropriate heels (or booties. or sandals.)

35. Rain boots

36. Trainers/athletic shoes 

37. Boots (or chelsea boots. and you can’t go wrong with the brown riding boot.)

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Accessories

38. Seasonal scarf (Autumn/Winter) (or this one.) (Spring/Summer. or this one.)

39. Sunglasses (budget option.)

40. Seasonal hat (Winter) (and here’s a Spring option. and a Summer. and an Autumn.)

41. Casual belt (or black.)

42. Dressy belt 

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Jewelry

43. Cocktail ring (cocktail bracelet. cocktail brooch. pick your poison!)

44. Classic stud earrings (diamonds if you ball that way.)

45. Dainty everyday necklace 

46. Watch (or this one.)

47. Statement necklace (budget option.)

50 Piece Capsule Wardrobe Bags

48. Everyday bag in a neutral color (tote style.)

49. Clutch (swoon.)

50. Purse (a little more versatile option.)

*wipes brow* and there you have it! A 50 item all-seasons capsule wardrobe! What do you think? Is this do-able? Anything I’m leaving out or anything I included that you don’t think is necessary or would swap out for something else? Could you do a capsule wardrobe? Do you already?? Share your favorite resources if you do! 

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Do you own a bike?

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Do you own a bike? While I currently don’t have a bicycle of my own, I must say, this one certainly caught my eye.

“Comfort and refinement are a rare combination in cycling, but the Civia Loring is the perfect fusion of both. With an upright riding position and a bamboo-accented front rack, it’s a stylish, eco-friendly way to bring home dinner from the farmer’s market.”

I can’t say I’m brave enough to attempt biking through Miami traffic. But, according to some wanderlust-fueled googling, there are some really beautiful spots to bike in Homestead (this trail through the Everglades promises you’ll spot some alligators) and down in The Keys. What would you pack up front in the bamboo rack for such an adventure?

Do you have a dream bike you’ve been lusting after? Leave a link below. I wanna see!

 

Gift Guide 2015: Fathers, grandfathers, father-in-laws, uncles and any other jolly gents!

Christmas is just around the corner! Today, I’d like to conclude my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide with the final installment. I tried to find items that would suit lots of different folk all at moderate price points. Each gift is something I love or would love giving! I hope you find some inspiration. Happy Holidays!

enchilada soup mix

A slew of his favorite soup mixes for easy, cozy dinners all winter long. ($4/each, Thrive Market)

library kit

To keep track of all those books he’s forever lending out to anyone and everyone. ($16, Knock Knock Stuff

collapsible lunch box

He’s promised to stop grabbing convenience lunches at the office so maybe an easy way to carry his healthy meals to and fro will help him stay true to his word. ($13, Amazon)

wrecking bar

Since his home improvement projects always start with some carefully calculated destruction, how about a multi-tool known as the “ultimate wrecking bar.” ($30, Home Depot)

the short and tragic life of robert peace

A heartfelt, riveting biography is the perfect excuse to feverishly turn page after page in front of a roaring fireplace. ($9, Amazon

nike momentum camo

Even his golfing wardrobe should be on fleek. ($85, Nike

fjallraven kanken

A classic backpack for weekly adventures and vacation excursions. ($75, Fjallraven

poppin blue desk set

Give his boring ol’ desk a refresh with a desk-set complete with colorful, utilitarian, Swedish vibes. ($100, Poppin

striped leash

To take his best friend out on the town in true style. ($29, Etsy

classic reds hat

Root, root, root for the home team with a new cap that sports a classic look. ($24, Fanatics

jimmy cd

A CD from his favorite late-night host that will keep him laughing on those long commutes. ($10, Amazon

the new york times

Even though he keeps ups with a thousand and one news websites and stations, nothing quite beats a physical copy of The New York Times arriving on Sunday mornings. (Prices vary.) 

Gift Guide 2015: Mothers, grandmothers, mother-in-laws, aunts and any other sophisticated gals!

Christmas is just around the corner! Today, I’d like to continue my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide with the third of four installments. I tried to find items that would suit lots of different folk all at moderate price points. Each gift is something I love or would love giving! I hope you find some inspiration. Happy Holidays!

deliciously ella

Because you know she’ll be inspired by Ella’s delicious plant-based meals and desserts. ($15, Amazon

once

She’ll never be able to get the songs out of her head (or not tear up at a few of the more poignant tracks). ($9, Amazon)

kate spade laptop case

Just because she only just gave up her AOL email address doesn’t mean she shouldn’t rock an up-to-date, stylish laptop case. ($60, Kate Spade

fizz and bubble

Bath time is her sanctuary. ($12, Ulta)

drishti beads

Gorgeous beads to remind her to honor the higher self. Plus, they’ll look super cute paired with a sweater dress or dressing up a simple t-shirt. ($77, Etsy)

the jinx

She loved tuning in for “Serial” so it’s high time she got hooked on another thrilling case. ($20, Amazon

happy light

If she gets the winter blues, this Happy Light may be just the solution she needs. ($40, Bed Bath & Beyond)

punjammies

Punjammies are an adorable option for lounge-wear plus they’re made by women in India who have escaped human trafficking. Definitely a company you can feel good about supporting and gifting. ($46, Sudara

confidant

To help her keep track of all her musings and doodles, a great notebook is a must. ($16, Baron Fig

softcover photo book

A photo book featuring all her favorite folk that she can keep on her coffee table and show off to anyone and everyone willing to take a peek. ($18, Artifact Uprising

what alice forgot

A super fun read to keep her up well past her bedtime. ($9, Amazon

wind chime

If she loves long, lazy mornings on her porch with a cup of coffee and the newspaper, this hand-made wind chime would be a gorgeous addition to that ritual. ($195, Etsy

P.S. The final installment of my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide will be posted on Monday. Happy shopping!

 

 

Gift Guide 2015: Brothers, boyfriends, best dudes, husbands and any other groovy guys!

Christmas is just around the corner! Today, I’d like to continue my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide with the second of four installments. I tried to find items that would suit lots of different folk all at moderate price points. Each gift is something I love or would love giving! I hope you find some inspiration. Happy Holidays!

surfwise

A documentary about surfing’s “first family” that’s super intriguing and weird but will also leave him wanting to catch the next wave. ($9, Amazon)

Frankies Sputino

This cookbook will have him amping up pasta night in no time with an entire repertoire of dishes from the world-famous restaurant adapted for the home cook. ($17, Amazon)

herschel suitcase

Encourage stylish travel aboard everything from Amtrak to Southwest to his own decade’s old car. ($190, Herschel Supply Company

express espresso

Because he likes his coffee strong and manly. ($33, Kohl’s)

fitness tracker

He enjoys spending his free time at the gym hefting heavy things and generally getting sweaty and sore, so why not gift him a fitness tracker? ($100, Jawbone

penny board

While the thought of him zipping around traffic gives you nightmares, you would hand over one of these boards if he promises to only use it for playing around on lazy days at the park. ($100, Penny Skate Boards

gift certificate

You know what they say, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so serve him up a gift certificate to his favorite haunt. Bonus points if they pull a decent pint, too. 

ulata body wash

Pair a new-to-him body wash with a pouf and give him the fresh and so clean (-clean) shower experience he’s after. ($10, Ulta

target desk lamp

Shine a little light on his home work-space situation. ($29, Target

lexon radio

He faithfully tunes in for his favorite NPR programming, might as well do so on the hippest device available. ($159, West Elm)

retrakt pen

Give him the gift of a go-to writing implement. ($55, Karas Kustoms)  Bonus: Budget pen options make great stocking-stuffers! 

minted stationery

Encourage the power of the written word (to say “thank you” or “i love you” or a simple “hi”) with a set of personalized stationery. ($50, Minted

P.S. More great gift ideas coming your way tomorrow!!!

Gift Guide 2015: Sisters, girlfriends, best friends, wives and any other lady loves!

Christmas is just around the corner! Today, I’d like to kick-off a 2015 Holiday Gift Guide with the first of four installments. I tried to find items that would suit lots of different folk all at moderate price points. Each gift is something I love or would love giving! I hope you find some inspiration. Happy Holidays!

the americans

A show with a kick-ass female lead to binge watch (with or without boys present), glass of wine in hand. Think: Homeland, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Daria, The Killing, The Good Wife, Nurse Jackie, The Americans. ($10 – $80, Amazon) 

cat tea set

A kitchen accessory which broadcasts her two greatest loves: hot tea and kitten cuddles. ($45, Urban Outfitters

grey sweater

This versatile v-neck sweater in grey because everyone needs a few go-to wardrobe staples in their closet and you know she’ll reach for this piece again and again. ($90, J. Crew)

colored pencils

To help her achieve peaceful evenings and commune with her inner child, a new coloring book and a set of high quality colored pencils. ($32, Amazon)

rose luggage tag

You wouldn’t want her to misplace her checked luggage on all those business trips and (hopefully…some day…) exotic vacations. ($28, Anthropologie)

the perfectly imperfect home

If she dreams of turning her house into a home and spends evening hours perusing Apartment Therapy home tours like her life depends on it, this book might be just right. ($20, Amazon)

martha stewart dish

If she’s constantly figuring out new takes on fajitas and lasagnas, she might need a new piece of beautiful cookware to go along with all those recipe updates. ($30, Macy’s)

coastergram

Turn her favorite memories from the past year into something physical she can touch and see every day instead of leaving them in the nebulous ether of her Instagram app. ($20 for 4, Coastergram) P.S. These books are cute too, especially to document a specific event or trip. 

geometric print

Order a poster-sized file of something pretty to print. Frame it for her home office so she has a pop of lovely shapes and colors to gaze upon each day. ($15, Etsy)

infinite home

A beautifully written novel to remind her that sometimes our family chooses us. ($18, Amazon

half pint ball jars

A dozen half-pint mason jars because she’ll no doubt find a thousand adorable uses for them. ($8, Target)

The ocean the sea the wave iPhone case

If her iPhone is going to be surgically attached to her hand at all times it may as well look cute. ($28, Society 6)

P.S. Check back Thursday for more gift ideas!

November Stitch Fix (Unboxing + Try On)

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Tuesday morning I received a package on my door-step from Stitch Fix. It’s been a while since I’ve used their services, and I’ve never documented it on the blog, so I thought it was high time for a little clothing extravaganza! You see, Stitch Fix is an amazing online company which basically provides you with your own personal stylist. It’s pretty simple! First, you sign up on their website and fill out a style profile. It asks you questions about what you like to wear and your lifestyle to get a clearer picture of the type of clothing you would enjoy receiving. You can also include a link to one of your Pinterest boards for your stylist to peruse. Next, you schedule a “fix” and leave a comment with any special requests or upcoming occasions. And then WAM-BAM, in a few weeks you have a package with five unique items, hand-picked by your own stylist. You also receive a style card for each of your five pieces with two outfit ideas. This is a neat way of showing you how you can incorporate the pieces into your own wardrobe.

For this November Fix, I told my stylist that I recently moved to Miami and was looking for some Autumnal pieces without going the whole cardigan and heavy knits route. I also mentioned I would love to receive a dress option for a wedding I’m headed to later this month. So, wanna see what I got?

1. Market & Spruce knit top with cut out detail. 

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3. Papermoon blouse with lace detail and tab sleeves.

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3. Zad metal cuff with gold, rose gold, and silver.

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4. Mavi knit top with cowl neck and zip detail.

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5. Papermoon dress.

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Now comes the fun part! Deciding what to keep and what to send back. Your box comes equipped with a pre-stamped bag/envelope so you can send back what doesn’t work for you at no extra charge! However, if you keep all 5 items you receive a 25% discount off your total bill. You have three days to make your selections. I like to have a rifle through my closet, jewelry box, and shoe collection to try and come up with full outfits for each piece. This is my way of sussing out if I’ll actually wear the item or not. Here’s what I came up with…

Look 1 – 

market and spruce 1

market and spruce 2

Look 2 – 

papermoon blouse 1

papermoon blouse 2

papermoon blouse 3

Look 3 – 

mavi 1

mavi 2

Look 4 – 

papermoon dress 1

papermoon dress 2

papermoon dress 3

What do we think, my loves? All the shirts hit the “Fall in Florida” mark spot on! I can style them with more autumnal accessories but they’re lightweight enough that I won’t die of heatstroke in the process. I’m not certain how often I would ACTUALLY wear the bracelet but I do appreciate that it’s mixed metals, meaning it would tie everything together when I’m wearing silver and gold jewelry at the same time. The dress is the real kicker though. The cut is super flattering and I think it’s a perfect pick for a New Orleans wedding…but there’s a little rip in the fabric! GAH! I know the rip/hole will get bigger each time I wear (and wash) it and it feels wrong to buy something I know I’ll get limited wear out of due to that damage. I contacted Stitch Fix to see what they can do so *fingers crossed*! But I’m curious, what do YOU think I should keep?

If you’d like to give Stitch Fix a go, and I SOOO recommend you do, CLICK HERE. It’s nice to have an option for cute clothes that doesn’t involve schlepping to a million stores! AND if you already know you’re expecting a package, is a great way to curb a bunch of “fast fashion” impulse spending. 

 

 

 

October favorites.

October favorites

With the turning of the calendar page from October to November, it’s time to bundle together the best products, places, media and everything in between from the last month. Here are 9 things I found myself loving in October…

1. Logitech speakers

My home workspace got even MORE swag this month with the addition of a set of white speakers to flank my monitor. I saw them featured in someone else’s computer set-up online and knew they would be perfect sitting atop my desk! Luckily, Chet was able to do a little Internet digging to track them down and gave them to me as a birthday present. I totally forgot to include them in my gift haul! Probably because they were plugged in and I’ve already grown so accustomed to having them as part of my computer. Their sound quality is fantastic and they match the rest of my desk so well!

2. Sharpie pens

I’ve loved the glory of the Sharpie pen for quite some time but I grew to love them even stronger this past month. Working from home means I’ve got to keep a running “To Do” list with all my tasks for the day. I wouldn’t get anything done otherwise. It’s all about the list! And it’s way more fun in colorful Sharpie pens. Some days I can even go full cray-cray and color code! I’ve also been working my way through a self-paced class on blogging for business and these pens are perfect for taking notes and brainstorming sessions.

3. Bamboo toothbrushes

In an effort to look for little replacements I could make to cut down on my use of plastic, I ordered this set of bamboo toothbrushes. Since you’re supposed to switch out your toothbrush every three months, I’ll be good to go for a whole year! And each toothbrush in the set is cleverly stamped with three months to make sure you don’t forget! So far I’m a fan and actually like them more than many plastic counterparts I’ve tried.

4. Homestead Bayfront Park

So, I keep bringing this park/beach up on the blog but I can’t help it! It’s quickly becoming one of my favorite places in the world! We visited twice this month (for my birthday and just this past weekend on Halloween, as well) and both times were so rejuvenating and fun. You can lay by the beach, swim in the atoll pool, watch the boats leave the marina, fish, enjoy a picnic, have dinner and drinks at La Playa Grill, or just wander about the park taking in the gorgeous views. If you drop down to Miami for a visit we promise to take you here! On our Halloween excursion to Homestead we also checked out Biscayne National Park (which is right next door to the Bayfront Park) and took a beautiful walk with views of downtown Miami in the distance across the water.

5. The Martian

This movie is definitely a must-see! In the midst of a Mars mission, a bad storm causes an astronaut crew to pack it in early and head home to Earth. However, one crew member is presumed dead and left behind. But he actually survived (!) and now he must get by with meager supplies, his own scientific-smarts and the help of a team of scientists at NASA millions of miles away. In the leading role Matt Damon is ridiculous and lovable and all the other characters are pitch perfect as well. The plot is, of course, gripping as is the case with most space exploration movies. It’s based on a bestselling hard sci-fi novel but the movie adaptation was definitely created with the masses in mind. I’m sure you’ll love it even if you aren’t a die hard science fiction fan.

6. Ring dish

I just can’t get over how cute this little dish is! This was a birthday present from Chet’s mom and it’s the sweetest little place to keep my jewelry and bobby pins at the end of the day. Polka dots? White and gold? French phrasing? I think I’m in love! This has taken up permanent residence on my dresser.

7. SubZero ice cream

Can we TALK about this ice cream for a second? OH MY WORD is it good! I thought I was spoiled in Lexington living so close to the fro-yo shop Orange Leaf but having SubZero up the street has it beat. The concept for this ice cream shop was pitched on the show Shark Tank and I’m so glad someone was like “Um, yeah. Of COURSE I’ll back this!” Basically your ice cream starts out in liquid form. You get to select your milk (you can even choose lactose free or almond–which is awesome for those of us whose tummies aren’t as accepting of dairy), flavors and mix-ins and then everything is mixed and frozen right in front of you with the help of dry ice. The result? The creamiest, richest ice cream you’ll ever taste! I recommend Nutella flavor. Yum!

8. Fargo

I recently put out a call on Facebook for binge-worthy TV recommendations. While we got a lot of great suggestions we decided to give Fargo a go. Well, just a few weeks later and now I’m jonesing for that second season. This show is SO. GOOD. The plot of the show is different from the movie while still capturing that Coen Brothers vibe of dark-funny-weird. It’s the first show in quite some time that really made me want to watch more than two episodes a night. Keep hittin’ that next button, please!

9. Moscow Mule cup

After months and months of wistfully picking up every Moscow Mule mug found in every store EVER, Chet said “enough is enough with all those copper-induced googly eyes!” and bought me one of my very own! Is he not the best at picking out presents?! *swoon* My cocktail of choice is gin and ginger ale which isn’t exactly a Moscow Mule but still feels very right served in a copper cup. Bonus, drinks stay super cold in this cup which is kind of a necessity when you live at the veeeeery Southern tip of the good ol’ U.S. of A.

Are you a bath person?

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Are you a bath person or a shower person? I’ve always preferred showers. I tend to think of baths as soaking in my own filth. (Is that gross? It’s not that I’m THAT dirty…but still.) When we moved into our new apartment I was super stoked to see a stand alone shower in the en suite bathroom…and not one of those mega tiny, glass door showers either. It’s not cramped at all! And I love that it’s made of white tiles– a new decor obsession of mine. So, I guess you could say I’m a shower girl. HOWEVER! These tubs could cause me to change my tune. Aren’t they pretty? Maybe if I could shower FIRST, I would hop in for a luxuriously long soak! Complete with candles and a novel of course. Which would YOU choose?

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(From Frenchy Fancy)

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(From Apartment Therapy)

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(From Nipponterest)

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(From My Domaine)

What about you? #TeamShower or #TeamBath? Would beautiful tubs like these be a big selling point when seeking a place to live?

(Top photo from Cargo Collective)