BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

I wasn’t going to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, but…

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The novelty of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has worn off. I was planning to sit this one out entirely, but curiosity got the better of me when I decided to check out the home section … which then turned into browsing every single page of the sale. And I’ll be frank, there’s not much worth buying, especially those Barefoot Dreams cardigans and throws. You’ve spent an entire year in quarantine wearing loungewear. It’s time to stop doing that to yourself.

The sale opens to the public on July 28 and there’s a decent chance my favorites will sell out by then. Which is completely fine, since I don’t actually need any of these things, but it’s still fun to window shop. Here’s what I have my eye on:

  1. My favorite face lotion. It’s a good time to buy any of your skincare or makeup staples since you know you’ll use it anyway.
  2. A set of silicone utensils.
  3. Statement earrings. The black pair is the best.
  4. A bathmat that comes in three colors. (The grey one would work best with our upcoming bathroom remodel.)
  5. Reusable storage bags.
  6. This cult-favorite bra in charcoal.
  7. A striped Turkish towel.
  8. A black dress with a flattering, classic shape.

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On the Right Foot: The Swimsuit I Bought on Insta, Millennial Cookware, Post-Pandemic Wedding Dress Codes, and More!

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My beloved duffel bag is getting a workout this month with overnight stays in Madison (staycation!); central Wisconsin; Minneapolis; Iowa City; and Richmond, Virginia. We’ve already one the first two and welcome suggestions for things to do for the other three!

I was influenced by an Instagram ad and purchased this swimsuit. I love it! It’s comfortable, stays in place, and has the right amount of compression.

Victoria’s Secret is rebranding. While it feels a bit “too little, too late,” I’m all for more realistic body types and shining the spotlight on inspirational, successful women.

This is such a sweet tank top.

The Gossip Girl reboot takes to Instagram for fashion influence. (Have you watched the first episode yet? I watched it last night and I have mixed feelings. I hope it gets better.)

I thought this piece on Great Jones cookware and the illusion of the millennial aesthetic was interesting.

The pandemic’s lingering effects on wedding dress code.

H&M has a few items worth checking out: these slides, a window box in a great shade of green (also in a smaller size), and a striped linen table cloth with coordinating cloth napkins.

Learn more about what minerality means in wine.

How to decline a job offer gracefully.

I’ve joined the wait list for these sandals.

In case you missed it:

  • Feeling good about my emerging gardening skills.
  • We spent the night at the Graduate Hotel in downtown Madison.
  • The prettiest sunset at Dave’s parents’ cabin.
  • A roundup of red bridesmaid dresses I love.

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Shopping List: 9 Red Summer Dresses I Love

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Outfit Details: Grace Atwood x The Drop dress | Tory Burch mask (other styles) | Birkenstock sandals | Paravel backpack (similar) | Chimi sunglasses (available in black) | Aurelie Gi rings (learn about the brand here)

Admittedly red is not one of my favorite colors, falling somewhere near purple for least-loved. However, nothing can beat the fiery hue when you need a jolt of color. I picked up this dress last fall (and it’s surprisingly still available in a few sizes) and hadn’t worn it outside of a Zoom call up until our trip to Charleston in April. I have a renewed appreciate for the color and found myself browsing for other red dresses recently. Here are nine of my favorites:

  1. A dress with a classic fit-and-flare silhouette.
  2. Pair this cute mini with white sneakers.
  3. I adore the smocked top of this eyelet dress.
  4. This cotton voile option would be pretty over a swimsuit and out for cocktails.
  5. This dress has the prettiest woven striped detail.
  6. Ruffled straps add interest to an otherwise simple maxi dress.
  7. A tiered cotton dress that’s perfect for the hottest days.
  8. A long-sleeve option with a plunging neckline.
  9. While it’s a splurge, you’ll wear this tunic dress each summer for years.

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On the Right Foot: Colorful Tile, the Maxi Dress to Buy Now, FOMO Returns & More!

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Well, we’re still in the midst of collecting bathroom renovation quotes from contractors. Everyone is incredibly busy, which is making the information-gathering stage last a lot longer than anticipated. In any case, it’s going to be a lot of money and probably won’t begin until early next year. In the meantime, I’m focusing my attention on small updates to our house, including swapping out the lame doorknob on the left that led to our enclosed porch in favor of a glass reproduction. (Don’t worry, I’ll also be taking a Magic Eraser to the scuffs and dried paint on the door!)

Tory Burch has an extra 25% off sale prices with code EXTRA.

The bathroom in this house tour is so much fun!

The return of FOMO.

I am in love with this farmer’s market tote.

Did you see the insane diet that Vogue published in the 1970s?

It’s the perfect time to get rid of the five-day work week.

I’m debating what to do with our half bath. This photo and this one are my leading inspiration images at the moment.

The next new recipe I’m going to tackle is this one for chicken seekh kebabs.

The long history of gender bias in medicine.

I’m all about maxi dresses this summer and I’m loving this one. That color!

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