I realize this lamp isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but I am obsessed with its 1960s-inspired vibe! I had admired it for well over a year before finally placing the order in February. I’m not quite sure where it’s going to go, but it’s in the entryway for now because I love how it looks against the accent wall of our staircase. (Also pictured: entry console and artwork; paint colors are SW High Reflective White and SW Sea Serpent.)

What should we wear after COVID?

This dollhouse was inspired by a Venetian palazzo.

I don’t care how pretty oil diffusers have become, I’m staunchly opposed. New evidence links essential oils to seizures. The airborne oils are also harmful to pets.

I prefer statement earrings to any other piece of jewelry in the summer. These are great!

A handy resource for proper sconce placement.

The best Oscar jewelry moments of all time.

I saw these patio egg chairs at Target last weekend they’re very cute. Plus, they’re stackable to save space.

How to make your friendships deeper.

Such a great way to draw attention to your artwork!

I finally tried this cult favorite facial sunscreen and I love it! It has the prettiest sun-kissed shimmer.

We recently watched Netflix’s Explained. The episode on pandemics, which came out a few months before COVID-19 ravaged the world, is an eerily accurate prediction of what happened.

In case you missed it:

• A few snapshots from our Chicago adventure. (A full recap of what we did is coming later this week!)
• If you’re a fan of minimalist jewelry, you’ll love this jewelry brand. You can use code Jessica20 to save 20%.

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We spent a couple of days in Chicago last week to attend the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit I bought tickets to last fall — and clearly I was very excited to be in a hotel again after more than a year! (We stayed at the new 21c property.) I’ll share a recap of our 48 hours in the city next week!

I don’t think I’ve ever been as inspired by a house tour before!

If you often find yourself with a partially used can of tomato paste, it’s time to try tomato powder. I’m going to try this one the next time I need to place a spice order.

I’m looking forward to the latest installment of Target’s “Designer Dress Collection,” set to launch this spring.

The messy truth of clean beauty.

I didn’t realize you could paint a stand mixer!

I’m long overdue for a closet cleanout. Here are seven questions to ask when going through your wardrobe.

Love food photography? I adore Mia’s account for the pretty photos and the photography tips.

I tried this dress on last week and loved it! The fabric is substantial, it’s lined, there are pockets, and the swingy silhouette is made for girls with wide hips! I just wasn’t keen on the chartreuse hue that was available in store. I think I’m going to order it in that pretty warm cocoa color.

Carrot cake meets coffee cake.

In case you missed it:

• Finally getting back into the swing of outfit snapshots again.
• Loved this art installation!

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The CDC cleared fully vaccinated people for travel so long as safety precautions remain in place, and we decided to book a trip to Charleston for the end of the month. (Trust me, I definitely recognize the privilege of being able to take a vacation during a pandemic.) We spent time researching to make sure we can still socially distance and dine outdoors in the city, even if current data suggests that vaccinated people can’t carry or spread the virus. I don’t have much of a desire to be indoors anyway after a long Wisconsin winter and am eager for warm-weather strolls, al fresco dining, and taking photos of the city’s architecture.

Why people keep asking which vaccine you got.

I ordered this dress a couple of weeks ago and it finally arrived over the weekend. It was well worth the wait as it’s the best Old Navy item I’ve purchased in a long time. It’s a linen-blend that feels substantial. It runs true to size.

Jenna Lyons on coming out (and being outed) after 40.

This coverup looks like it could double as a breezy day dress!

Such a sweet bathroom remodel.

The trendiest shade of green right now.

I just ordered this top and these pants to wear together. It’ll have the effect of a jumpsuit, but without the bathroom acrobatics.

Make your second pandemic birthday better than the first!

Google is partnering with grocery stores to streamline shopping.

The thorny politics of the presidential portrait.

In case you missed it:

• Here’s what I bought and loved in March.
• A roundup of springtime favorites.

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A neuroscientist shares how to reboot your brain after a year of chronic stress.

Chic sunglasses!

I love the work of interior designer Max Humphrey and plan to pre-order his upcoming book.

I’m making this strawberry cake for Easter.

The history of the dining table, and how a dedicated dining room might be a thing of the past.

Get your houseplants ready for spring.

The correct order to apply skincare products.

Remember the J.Crew bubble necklace from the early days of style blogging? It looks like the brand pulled inspiration from its archive for these earrings!

What fully vaccinated travelers need to know before booking a trip.

A $40 linen-blend dress is an absolute must for summer!

Is HGTV itself in need of a renovation?

If you’re a fan of midcentury modern, you’ll be delighted to know that some of Paul McCobb’s designs are being remade exclusively for CB2.

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You guys! We got our COVID-19 vaccinations over the weekend! (It’s the only time I’ve been grateful for preexisting conditions.) It’s such a surreal feeling to have a great deal of the nervousness behind us in just a few short weeks!

I bought a set of these $20 pajamas recently and loved them so much that I already bought a second pair.

Remembering jewelry designer Elsa Peretti.

This one-skillet recipe for chicken and orzo sounds delicious, especially with the lemon juice and zest.

Immersive Van Gogh exhibits are headed to 13 U.S. cities this year. I bought mid-April tickets for the Chicago show last fall.

The cultural endurance of the Birkin bag.

It’s worth spending a night in your guest room to see what amenities might be missing.

Everything in the Lizzie Fortunato trunkshow is gorgeous! I’m considering pre-ordering this baroque pearl necklace with a tiny emerald.

Dropping extended sizing isn’t a great look for LOFT.

How the baseball hat became fashionable.

For an affordable spring update to your bedroom, try these watercolor floral sheets.

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• A must-have gadget for taper candle lovers.
• Get a discount on Winc’s popular wine subscription box!
• Give your home a spring refresh.

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