Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

It doesn’t feel like fall should be right around the corner, but the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here to tell us otherwise. The discounts on new-season items ends on Sunday, Aug. 3. Here are my picks:

• Maison Margiela fragrance sets: I wear Beach Walk frequently and this is a great deal for the full-size bottle and travel size, and there are two trios of travel sprays in warm fragrances and fresh scents.
• A classic pair of hoop earrings in an updated, chunky shape.
• I’m looking for a new pair of joggers for long-haul flights. I might try these.
• I have these shoes in multiple colors, including the “grain” hue that’s currently on sale.
• A weekender bag. I love the tan as well as the green.
• This sweater looks like something I’d end up reaching for all season for both work and weekends.
• Slingback Mary Janes.
• If you’ve had a Le Creuset on your wish list, there’s a 4.5-quart one and a 2.75-quart one that’s part of the sale. (I have the 2.75-quart size and it’s great for most things, but I’ve been thinking about getting a larger one for braised meats as I’ve been having liquid boil over in the oven.)

ODDS & ENDS

Remember when the trend was to embroider a tongue-in-cheek phrase on L.L. Bean’s Boat and Tote? Well, the iconic tote bag is back in another iteration.

I’m drawn to the combination of a light blue or periwinkle shade with burgundy, and it looks like the color combination is making an appearance more readily lately. My favorites so far are a striped hand towel and a maxi-style shirtdress.

This pool-inspired floor is the best tilework I’ve ever seen.

Speaking of swimming, you can now take a dip in the Seine River.

After carrying micro bags for so long, we’re trending in the opposite direction with a BAB.

43 tomato recipes to make this summer.

Munich is so much more than Oktoberfest. (Although, if you’re heading to the festival for the first time, you can read my guide.)

TRAVEL

Our last trip to Brussels was back in December of 2019 — it was our last trip before the pandemic. 36 Hours in Belgium’s capital city is making me want to go back.

A guide to Parisian flea markets.

Visiting Norwegian islands that have 24 hours of daylight in summer.

I’m late to the game on this, but did you see that Paravel went out of business? I’ll need to finish up my collection with help from eBay.

HOME FINDS

There are more brands making chic cat furniture lately and Mau is the latest to catch my eye. How good is this Japanese-inspired scratcher and lounger?!

A set of well-designed, unbreakable wine glasses. (If you’re the type to shop for gifts throughout the year, this would be a great pick.)

Check out these charming cherry candles!

Schoolhouse just release two amazing pieces of furniture: a barrister-inspired cabinet and an end table. I’m saving up for the cabinet!

A great striped tablecloth that comes in three colors and is now on sale.

ODDS & ENDS

This is undoubtedly one of my favorite home renovations to date because of how many vintage-inspired details the owners kept. I love how they added molding to the soffit to make it seem like an architectural feature — a detail I’m now considering for our own kitchen renovation.

A sculptural statement ring.

I recently purchased this swimsuit from Lands’ End for our upcoming trip to the Côte d’Azur and it’s gorgeous! The cut is flattering, there’s ample rear coverage, and the fabric has a nice texture to it. Opt for your regular size.

Take this pop culture quiz to see if you could have landed a job at Vogue in the ’90s.

16 standout cookbooks this summer.

Snapshots from our recent mini getaway to Chicago.

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This month is flying by already. I’ve had a few extremely busy weeks at work and our summer schedule is already filling up — leaving little time for much else! While I find myself feeling overwhelmed with all of the seasonal plans, I have to admit that it’s still my favorite time of year. I have a few things to share this week, along with a roundup of the most notable of recent purchases. Hope you have a great week!

RECENT WARDROBE PURCHASES

• Lizzie Fortunato “Papaya” earrings – I bought these in another color last year and love them so much that I gifted these to myself for my birthday at the end of May.
• Nike “Pacific” sneakers in three colors: tan, green, and pink – My sneaker collection was due for an overhaul at the same time I came across this vintage-inspired design. I couldn’t decide between green or pink, so natural bought both, and then added tan shortly after. They run a half size small.
• Birkenstock “Madrid” sandals in black raffia – The raffia texture is so pretty, but they nearly sold out quickly. Bookmark the link for possible restocks.
• Boden “Cynthia” tea dress – This dress is so beautiful! I bought it to wear to a semi-casual wedding later this summer and will pair it with this clutch and these flat sandals.
• J.Crew ribbed funnel neck sweater – This sweater has a lovely drape and it’s lightweight for spring and summer.
• Target crewel maxi dress – A $40 dress that looks much more expensive than it is.
• H&M braided ballet flats – I don’t anticipate that shoes from H&M will last that long, but these woven Mary Janes were too cute to pass up and they’re surprisingly comfortable.
• Boden “Liv” v-neck cardigan – This linen cardigan has the prettiest vintage print. It received a lot of compliments. I went up a size to ensure the buttons don’t gap and I can wear it without a cami underneath.

HOME INSPIRATION

I had the most amazing opportunity recently to collaborate with my absolute favorite brand: Schoolhouse. I used the opportunity to build on the items I already had for our guest room, adding in a bright blue throw pillow and a cute lamp that was already on my wish list. You can find images of the items in my post from last week.

Beautiful limewash paint colors.

Making the case for taking a slow approach to home design and renovation.

A 720-square-foot home full of design inspiration.

ODDS & ENDS

These hand towels — especially in yellow — are perfect for a powder room.

Top your steak sandwiches with a blueberry balsamic ginger spread.

I could not resist a set of these melamine plates. I bought six in each size.

East Fork added a new glaze to its core collection and it’s perfection.

We’re going to Philadelphia later this summer. During my trip research, I came across this cute post featuring local restaurant and bar matchbooks as birth months. (Really, the entire Insta account is great for others who like collecting matchbooks.)

I’m looking for more summer vegetable-forward dishes to add to our meal rotation and I’m intrigued by this buttermilk corn pasta that uses buttermilk powder.

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