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Weekend Links

July 20, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment

Washington-DC-Outfit-2-v3

I didn’t intend to only publish one post this week, but I had been feeling a bit morose and uninspired. When I get in these lulls, I’ve found that it’s best to just step away and do my own thing offline rather than force content. I can’t even pinpoint what has been bothering me, other than a general feeling of discontent. For one, I decided I hate how full my closet is with things I don’t wear anymore, so I’ve been forcing myself to wear old favorites again and pack away things that I’m lukewarm on. I’m not quite ready to sell or donate some of those unworn things, but I think I need a break from seeing all of those options that I skip over every morning to [hopefully] break any emotional ties to them.

Clothes aside, I’ve been throwing myself into house projects because I’ve been annoyed by the recent stalemate in home improvements. (It’s hard to stay in and paint when we can go for a bike ride and enjoy the weather!) I really want to do a “State of the House” post soon and show you where things are compared to when we bought the house. Don’t expect any awe-inspiring reveals, though. We don’t have the budget for that, but we are proud of how things are coming along. (We ran into our realtor at a neighborhood festival last weekend and she asked if we had installed the wallpaper I so badly wanted when we looked at houses. Unfortunately, I picked out the most expensive wallpaper to go in a place that we can’t DIY, so no, not yet. Haha.)

And in other life updates, Dave had a work trip to Washington D.C. I’m jealous that it coincided with a work event for me, otherwise I would have loved to go with him. (I’m now planning a late-fall trip to the city.) So, I was home alone for the better part of the week for the second time in as many months. I have to admit that it wasn’t quite as bad this time around. It helped that Bacon actually hung out with me instead of sitting by the front door anxiously awaiting Dave’s arrival and then getting mad at me later as if I had something to do with his disappearance. Plus, ZzzQuil. A 90-year-old house sure makes a racket when it settles.

And with that, I hope you have a wonderful weekend! I’m counting down the hours until Dave’s plane lands and we officially start date night with a fish fry. (Not familiar with Wisconsin’s most popular Friday tradition? Head here to learn more.)

Weekend Links:

  • So, there’s a big sale this week that just opened to the public. 😉 I bought Chelsea-style rain boots. They’re not something I’d typically wear, but I like have an option other than tall wellies. I ordered this dress on a whim and it’s sexy AF. (Order a couple of sizes to try. My regular size was too snug in the midsection and made me feel self-conscious, so I’m waiting for the larger one to arrive.) I also placed an order last night for this dress in the striped pattern. The colors look beautiful online.
  • Handbags and apparel prices are expected to rise thanks to the trade war.
  • I came across Gardenuity the other day and it seems like the perfect way for wannabe-green-thumbs to get into gardening. They send everything you need to plant a one-square-foot vegetable and herb garden that’s suitable for your location and climate.
  • A frozen margarita pie is the dessert your dinner party has been missing.
  • My new favorite Instagram account.
  • There’s a movie about Ruth Bader Ginsburg that’s coming out this December and it looks incredible. Watch the trailer here.
  • Artificial intelligence is being used to combat counterfeit luxury goods.
  • The lowdown on intermittent fasting.
  • Pairing mint with banana is unexpected, but sounds delicious.
  • If you have a young daughter, please get her this backpack for school. It’s everything I wish I had as a kid.

Finds Under $50:

  • A lightweight scarf is always a great piece to have on hand for travel.
  • Does anyone else remember those Tiger Pop suckers we had as kids? For whatever reason, the colorful swirls of these earrings remind me of them!
  • Target does it again with a cute woven bucket bag.
  • This camisole is so feminine and understated, which is exactly what makes it perfect.
  • I don’t need to spend more money, but this skirt in camel is perfect for the office.

Earlier This Week:

  • Just one post. I ordered the wrap dress featured in the roundup. It’s really pretty, but you’ll want to size up. The one I received didn’t fully cover my chest, even though there was more than enough fabric on the bottom. I’ve exchanged it for a larger size to see if it’ll cover everything up top!

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(That dress ripped and I miss it!)

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Weekend Links

July 13, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment

Weekend Links on Bedknobs & Baubles

Happy Friday, everyone! It’s going to be an absolute scorcher here in Madison, but I can’t bring myself to complain about the heat when we have such brutal winters! We don’t have a lot going on this weekend. If you saw my Instagram story last week, you may remember that I started painting the inside of our linen closet. I’d like to finish that up and put two more coats of paint on the office door and hang it up. (It’ll be the first room door we’ve had a year! We’ve been living with an “open concept” upstairs, with exception of the bathroom.) Other than that, there’s a neighborhood festival we’d like to go to and we have plans with friends on Sunday. Have a great weekend!

Weekend Links:

  • Milwaukee really is an underrated travel destination, especially for a weekend getaway.
  • A beginner’s guide to retinol.
  • Even though I’m lukewarm on the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I did spend time looking through the selection to narrow down my favorites: a yellow coat, a tiered floral dress, a wrap blouse, earrings by one of my favorite designers, sophisticated sandals, and Chelsea-cut rain boots. I might actually order the rain boots to try. It’d be nice to have something other than tall wellies for wet days.
  • Yeah, this obligatory wedding dress shot is weird.
  • Wet plate photography of the past inspired a photojournalist to explore the Māori culture. (This was undoubtedly the most interesting thing I read this week.)
  • Weekday meal prep is so much easier when you can cook once and reuse the leftovers in creative ways.
  • Earrings that double as headphones.
  • Add this easy tiki drink to your summer cocktail repertoire.
  • The ways that Sex and the City nailed life in your 30s.
  • Painting over generic canvas art to make your own DIY piece on a budget is brilliant.

Finds Under $50:

  • A gorgeous maxi dress in the prettiest blue hue.
  • Woven leather slides. (Not all of the colors are under $50, but the cognac is most expense at just $54.)
  • In red, this ponte-knit sheath dress is a workday showstopper.
  • A pair of wrap sandals with fabric ties in a pretty Liberty print.
  • Hoop earrings with a unique front-facing shape.
  • Love the look of clear vinyl bags, but don’t want to spend a fortune? Try this one.

Earlier This Week:

  • How to gain early access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale without a brand credit card.
  • When building a quality wardrobe, here are the categories you should splurge on and those you can skimp on.
  • I’m crushing hard on the pumps featured in this post.
  • I don’t wear these sandals often because they’re terribly uncomfortable, but they’re so pretty!

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Weekend Links

July 7, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment

Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, Oregon

Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, Oregon

If you saw my Instagram story the other day, you know that we got home much later than anticipated from our trip to Portland. Twenty-two hours late to be exact. Our flight out of Portland was delayed on July 3 and we would have missed our connection in Denver. When given the option between paying for a hotel (out of our pocket) in Denver or Portland, we chose the latter because a hotel near the airport is only a 15-minute Uber ride from worthwhile things to do in the city so we could make the best of an annoying situation. Travel hassles aside, Portland was so much fun and Oregon was one of the prettiest states I’ve visited!

Weekend Links:

  • Exploring why Americans are having fewer babies.
  • Packing advice for your summer vacation.
  • While I hate licorice of the Twizzlers variety, I fell in love with salty black licorice during our trip to Copenhagen. Portland-based Jacobsen Salt Co. makes an incredible version of the candy.
  • The secret note discovered during a bathroom remodel is adorable!
  • Seven sources for royalty-free images to use as artwork in your home.
  • Tips for making new friends as an introvert.
  • How Anna Delvey conned New York’s elite.
  • Beachside book suggestions that aren’t romance novels.
  • While I haven’t been the biggest fan of West Elm recently, I ordered this mini console table for our entryway with the current 25% off promotion. The size is perfect for what we need, and the drawers will be nice for keeping things organized. (Right now, we put our keys and sunglasses on top of the bar and it drives me crazy!)
  • Thirteen drugstore beauty buys to try.

Finds Under $50:

  • Acrylic earrings in a pretty emerald hue.
  • Tigers are a whimsical — and surprisingly subtle — addition to this dress.
  • I love everything about this tank, especially the pretty back detail.
  • My favorite dress for air travel is only $15 right now.
  • The perfect dress for when it’s too hot to let fabric to touch your skin.
  • Such a pretty throw pillow.

Earlier This Week:

  • Scenes from our trip to Oregon are right this way.

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Weekend Links

June 29, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment

Weekend Links on Bedknobs & Baubles

Greetings from Portland, Oregon! I’m seriously so excited to be hanging out in the Pacific Northwest. The opportunity for travel came out of the blue last month when Dave had to schedule a visit to his company’s Portland office. The plane tickets from Madison were expensive (around $550), but it was impossible to pass up when his ticket and the hotel were both covered. I have a fair amount of time on my own to explore the city and get in all the coffee shops and boutique shopping before Dave finishes up at the office each day. Let me know if there’s anything I have to see! Instagram DM is the best way to reach me while I’m gallivanting. Have a great weekend! I’ll be back on the blog late next week.

Weekend Links:

  • Breaking up with your cell phone might be the hottest new trend in wellness.
  • Here’s a checklist of what you should do around your home before your next vacation.
  • There’s so much inspiration to be found in Mandy Moore’s home.
  • I need this dress to go on sale so I can buy it and wear it all of the time.
  • There’s a mural in Los Angeles that’s reserved only for the Insta-elite.
  • Another art restoration gone wrong.
  • Fifteen of the best anti-aging serums on the market.
  • I know it’s way too early to think about holiday shopping, but I came across this sampler of handmade soaps and thought it would make for the best hostess gift later this year.
  • How Hunter boots became a staple at music festivals.
  • Is a “Netflix of podcasts” on the horizon?

Finds Under $50:

  • I’ve featured this top multiple times in various posts, and I finally ordered it in pink a couple of weeks ago. It’s so pretty! I want the black one, too.
  • If you liked the simple pendant featured here, you’ll love this wallet-friendly version.
  • Trim is a weird thing to get excited about it, but wait until you look at this cami!
  • This lightweight scarf has such a pretty pattern. (It’s best in the light blue colorway.)
  • The mixed stripes on this maxi are so much fun!

Earlier This Week:

  • Remixing a versatile linen dress for summer.
  • This week’s most coveted picks.
  • A new jewelry brand that should be on your radar.
  • What I added to my closet this month.

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Weekend Links

June 23, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment


Throwback to 2016. Read the post here. (I can’t believe I’ve had that bag for so long!)

Happy weekend! I can’t tell you how happy I was to wake up to sunshine this morning after a week of rainy days. Dreary weather puts me in such a funk and I barely get anything done around the house. I had such an ambitious list of painting projects, cleaning, and trip planning for Portland (we leave on Thursday!), too! We’ll have to kick it into high gear this morning so we can get out and enjoy the beautiful weekend! Have a great one!

Weekend Links:

  • I appreciate Emily Henderson’s post on the immigration debate and how she articulated the feelings many of us struggle with. One of the comments mentioned the Young Center, which works to promote the best interested of unaccompanied immigrant children with due regard to the child’s wishes. If you’re in a major metropolitan city (I know I have a lot of Chicago readers!), please consider volunteering as a child advocate.
  • I had no idea that Hitchcock had pitched a movie called Kaleidoscope that was considered too controversial to film.
  • Instead of  your run-of-the-mill flamingo, swan, and unicorn pool floats, how about a “ridiculous swan-thing?”
  • I have mixed feelings on accent walls. Typically, I think you should just go for it and paint your entire room a fun color. However, we have two accent walls in our place. One is behind the bed and helps ground the headboard in the otherwise white and airy room. The other is in my closet where I went with a minty blue. I didn’t want my clothes to all be up against that color and preferred white for everything else.
  • Meyer lemon margaritas sound delightful!
  • Queer Eye season two is out! Here are some spoiler-free highlights from the first episode. (I think episode two was even better, though!)
  • I’m happy to see that plastic straws continue to lose popularity in favor of biodegradable paper versions.
  • The Supreme Court ruled that states are now allowed to collect sales tax from online retailers even if they don’t have a physical presence in the state.
  • How Marc Jacobs fell out of fashion.
  • My old carry-on suitcase is on its last legs, er, wheels. It’s really not a surprise given that I only spent $40 on it. Dave and I just upgraded to these Delsey carry-on bags. We both have one of the brand’s full-size suitcases and are really happy with the durability. He snagged it in charcoal grey and I went with pink.

Finds Under $50:

  • A pair of pink sunglasses.
  • A midi dress with a hint of skin.
  • Rattan and tassels make for the best budget-friendly summer earring.
  • These woven chairs are an affordable way to style your patio.
  • I don’t love recommending knockoffs, but this is an inexpensive alternative to Monica Vinader’s signature bracelets at a fraction of the price.
  • A set of playful packing cubes.
  • I bought this dress last year in a navy eyelet fabric. This year’s fabric mix is even cuter!

Earlier This Week:

  • Nine of the best circle woven and wicker bags under $150. (Most are under $100.)
  • What I’ve learned in our first year of homeownership.

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Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry.

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