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Exercise = Beer (+ Swimsuits!)

January 30, 2015 by jessica 8 Comments

GetFit

I’ve always struggled with my weight. I was an overweight child, an overweight teenager, and an overweight college student. (In short: so much teasing and so few dates!) It wasn’t until after graduation when I decided to do something about it. I joined Weight Watchers and two years later, I lost 75 pounds and weighed in at 130. After wearing a size 16 for so long, I didn’t realize a size four was even possible! It didn’t last long because that weight was far to low for me to maintain. The scale crept up to a comfortable 145 to 150, which I was able to stay at for quite a few years. Unfortunately, that’s not really the case anymore.

Now that I’m in my 30s, my metabolism has taken a nosedive. Beer fests and dining out has caught up to my waistline. So much so, that I didn’t believe the scale could be correct. It was so high! I was convinced it was broken (it wasn’t) and bought a new one last week.

So, I’m back on the Weight Watchers bandwagon, I’ve done the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred video everyday after work for two weeks, and I’m already seeing a difference. I’ve lost two pounds, .5″ from my waist, and an inch from my hips.

Dave and I are also planning to start the couch-to-5k program once March rolls around. We’ll likely be wearing these matching t-shirts. However, suggestions are welcome for the rest of my workout ensemble. I’ve heard good things about Lululemon aside from the sheer pants and Trina Turk has cute styles. Any others? Is it worth getting properly fitted for running sneakers? Or can I just buy these because they’re cute? (So many questions!)

I’d be remiss if I didn’t admit that a new bathing suit is a huge motivation for me to shed the extra pounds. We’re still mulling over vacation spots for April, which gives me plenty of time to choose one. (A bikini probably isn’t in my future, but a girl can hope. And do crunches.)

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Weekend Guide

January 24, 2015 by jessica 2 Comments

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PONDER
Are green juice devotees really just flaunting their wealth?

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Make your favorite fragrance last longer.

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SELECT
I’ve been considering bangs ever since I looked through my parents’ old photo albums. I love how bangs looked on pint-sized me. I’d definitely go for the fringe style. Should I do it?

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BUY
Love is in the air and at your favorite retailer. I picked up these darling boxer shorts and I’m fond of this quirky Kate Spade clutch.

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SPECULATE
I can’t wait for season two of Serial. In the meantime, I’m still caught up in conspiracy theories for the Adnan case.

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LEARN
Fashion might have popularized vaccinations in the late 1700s.

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Review | VIDA Scarves

January 20, 2015 by jessica 5 Comments

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Last week, I wore a gorgeous scarf by VIDA, a new brand that pairs independent artists with textile manufacturers in Delhi, India and Pakistan. It’s also one of the latest socially responsible companies to hit the scene, offering literacy programs to its production team. The San Francisco startup was founded by Umaimah Mendhro after she became frustrated with disposable fashion, luxury goods priced only for the elite, and an industry that left textile workers struggling to make ends meet. And with that, VIDA was born.

As you’d expect from Umaimah’s philosophy, the scarves are an affordable luxury. Modal scarves are $40, modal-cashmere blends are $75, and silk scarves are $95. You can also save 20% on your first order by signing up for their emails on the homepage.

I received the “Found in a City” scarf, designed by Japanese sisters Midori and Nanako. The lightweight scarf is 10% cashmere and 90% modal, making it incredibly soft. It’s been perfect for the warm spell we’ve been experiencing. I’m also loving the Lilly Pulitzer-esque brights of the “L’Escala” scarf and the Burmese temples on the “Project Rare” scarf. Browse the entire collection, including VIDA’s silk tops, online here.

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Disclosure: I received a scarf from VIDA for review and posting purposes. This does not affect my opinion of the brand.

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My Favorite Things

January 19, 2015 by jessica 12 Comments

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Little striped dresses and turquoise, mint accents. These are a few of my faaaa-vor-ite things.

Please go back and reread that in the tune of The Sound of Music song, if you didn’t already.

Seriously, though, this little dress really is one of my new favorites. I found it on sale for just $15. I didn’t have high hopes for it when I placed the order, but it was cheap and returnable, so why not? Little did I know that I’d fall in love with it. The jersey fabric has a nice weight to it and it didn’t even get stretched out during the five hour round trip drive we took to Decorah on Saturday to visit the Toppling Goliath brewery. (Yes, it was warm enough to go without tights this weekend–a rare treat in January!)

While we’re on the topic of striped dresses, I did order the DVF striped wrap dress last week (the one I was so excited about) and I’m actually on the fence about it. The lyocell blend feels silky and it’s cute, but I just don’t have “the feeling.” I’m going to try it on again this week, but I might exchange it for this BCBG “Chantal” dress. Isn’t it gorgeous?

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Dress: ASOS; Coat: J.Crew; Necklace: Lele Sadoughi; Clutch: DVF (similar); Sunglasses: Prada; Shoes: Ferragamo (other colors); Lips: Clinique “Peony”; Nails: Essie “First Timer”

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Weekend Guide

January 17, 2015 by jessica 5 Comments

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ANTICIPATE
The surly chef and TV star plans to open an international food hall in New York later this year with multiple single-concept stalls. It’s going to be a food-lovers dream!

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WEAR
Troi Ollivierre, J.Crew’s legendary makeup and hair stylist, had been custom-mixing lip colors for years before launching his own line. Snag “George,” the signature red-orange, or browse the entire collection here.

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WASH
Extend the life of your underpinnings by properly caring for them. Once you’ve got that down, treat yourself to a pretty new lingerie set.

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READ
Will the Michael Kors brand go the way of Tommy Hilfiger in the ’90s? Some say yes.

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BUY
Erin Fetherston is bringing romance to your iPhone and iPad with new tech accessories.

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EAT
Thanks to Fran, I’m on the spiralizing bandwagon. (Anything that makes veggies fun is fine by me!) I bought this inexpensive spiralizer last week and already tried it out with sauteed zucchini “noodles.” This recipe is up next. For more inspiration, visit this blog.

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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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