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The Weekend Guide

June 24, 2016 by jessica 2 Comments

The Weekend Guide 06.24.16

SIP
I’m a huge fan of gin-based cocktails. I can’t wait to mix up these rhubarb, fennel, and vermouth drinks this weekend.

WATCH
Sarah Jessica Parker is returning to HBO. She’s leaving Carrie Bradshaw — and her quest for marriage — behind with her new show Divorce.

LAUNCH
Have a heartbreakingly adorable pet? Read on for insider info on the world of Instagram-famous pets and their endorsement deals.

GOSSIP
The Devil Wears Prada is still one of my favorite movies, even though it came out 10 years ago. (Can you believe it’s been that long?!) Here are 17 little-known facts about the movie and its production.

KNOW
The UK voted to make its Brexit from the EU yesterday. It’s a long process, expected to take two years for the conscious uncoupling to occur. Here’s a guide for what this means for Americans. I try to stay away from controversial topics — and my opinions on them — on my blog, but this was a terrible decision fueled by racist, anti-immigration talking points (oh, wait, it’s called “nationalism”). Americans can’t even be too judgmental about it, given that Trump is the presumptive Republican nominee and we’re well on our way to alienating ourselves, too.

SURVIVE
Being an Airbnb host doesn’t seem easy — and it’s even harder to be reviewed harshly for things beyond your control. Just reading this essay has made me more conscientious about overnight stays.

NOTABLE SALES
An extra 30% off sale items at Tory Burch with code EXTRA30. (Tempted by these.)
An extra 25% off sale items at Shopbop through Friday with code 25EXTRA. (Debating this.)
An extra 30% sale items through July 5 at Kate Spade with code SUNSHINE. (Stock up on wine totes for the holidays, and this little red crossbody is perfect.)

EARLIER THIS WEEK
Picked up a budget-friendly black maxi from Target.
Wore a little blue dress.
Daydreamed about what I’m going to wear for the July 4th festivities.
Decided to head to Nashville in October. (I’m already pinning ideas! Let me know of any must-dos!)
Purchased tickets to see Hamilton in Chicago this March. (So excited!)

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The Weekend Guide

June 17, 2016 by jessica 3 Comments

The Weekend Guide 06.17.16

FOLLOW
I came across the Instagram and blog of Liz Clark this week. She’s a California native, surfer, and environmentalist who left a traditional lifestyle to live aboard her 40-foot sailboat and explore the sea. An adorable cat, who she named Amelia, joined the journey. There are so many swoon-worthy photos on her Insta (of both her adveture and her feline first mate) that you’ll want to leave your own 9-to-5 and buy a boat.

PREP
Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is right around the corner! Sign up for Nordstrom’s free rewards program now through July 10 to receive a $10 coupon to use during the sale event. Whenever you shop with Nordstrom, you’ll earn one point for every dollar spent. You’ll receive a $20 certificate after accumulating 2,000 points (which seems like a lot, but it probably adds up). I’m bummed that I signed up for the program a couple of weeks ago! I would have loved extra cash to spend!

EAT
I made this Mexican corn dip earlier this week and it’s amazing! I added a teaspoon of cayenne to the recipe, but otherwise followed it as-is. Next time, I’m going to cut the butter in half. I don’t think it needed that much.

LEARN
Cartier’s signature Love bracelet went from a status symbol in the ’70s to a must-have accessory for Millenials. Here’s why that may be. (Not to be terribly judgmental, but that seems ludicrous given its $4,500 entry-level price.)

SHOP
One of my favorite shopping events has begun: the Lulu Frost online sample sale! I’ve got my eye on the Traveler earrings that I missed out on last year. I’m also loving this necklace for holiday parties (too early?) and these quirky earrings.

WATCH
Amy Shumer and Anna Wintour swap careers in this Vogue video. (Anna kills it.)

EARLIER THIS WEEK
An update on the house hunt and my dining room decor board.
Coveted a collection of white and gold.
Chatted about girls in glasses.
Found myself tempted by pineapple candlestick holders, but settled on a white throw pillow instead.

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The Weekend Guide

June 10, 2016 by jessica 3 Comments

The Weekend Guide 06.10.16

TRAVEL
Iceland is experience a boom in tourism. (Heck, it’s even on our travel list for next year!) To help curb some of the rapid growth, the government is exploring ways to limit the number of Airbnb rentals through new tax laws.

LEARN
There have been opinion pieces published recently (ahem, New York Times) discussing whether or not office dress codes should be more strict. According to a fashion historian, this shift has been in the works for decades — and likely encompasses our society’s yearn for individualism.

SHOP
There’s a fun sale at Tory Burch with in-season merchandise at a discount! I’m likely going to abstain this time around, unless I come up with a need for this bag or this bag! Shop clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories.

EAT
I’m making these sandwiches for lunch every day next week.

READ
I don’t want to put a damper on your day, but you should really make a point to read — and share — the powerful letter from the Standford rape victim to her attacker.

GIVE
As it turns out, there are lasting benefits to growing up around books.

EARLIER THIS WEEK
Enjoyed a lakeside lunch.
Wore a new off-the-shoulder top. (You can snag it here.)
Purchased a door mat (available here) that will be tucked away until we find a home.
Showed off a breezy linen-cotton shirt.
Coveted a tropical selection of items.
Went “Behind the Baubles” with Mary Frances Flowers.

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The Weekend Guide

May 27, 2016 by jessica 1 Comment

The Weekend Guide 05.27.16

DRINK
Stop popping those bottles and start drinking champagne the right way.

START
Antiquing can be both thrilling and intimidating. Here’s a guide to help you start a collection.

FREEZE
I can’t wait for an abundance of summer fruit to use in these parfait popsicles.

SERVE
Looking for an easy appetizer to serve guests? This will be a hit.

ESCAPE
I can’t believe it’s Memorial Day weekend already! If there’s one thing that epitomizes an American summer, it’s an iconic road trip. Here are nine quick getaways from some of the U.S.’ largest cities.

STOP
I think we all can identify with Lena Dunham’s essay on her apology addiction.

EARLIER THIS WEEK
Explored Brussels in a LBD.
Coveted a selection of items in yellow and robin’s egg blue. (I want those shoes.)
Scoured the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale for the best items.
Confessed my shopping sins.
Took a walk to the lake and ate ah-mazing pizza.

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The Weekend Guide

May 20, 2016 by jessica Leave a Comment

The Weekend Guide 05.20.16

IDENTIFY
Breakouts as an adult are the worst. Here’s a guide to identify your skin woes and, most importantly, how to fix them.

GIGGLE
This is a hilariously accurate portrayal of stylish travel bloggers. I’m guilty of leaving an exhausted Dave at the entrance of a hotel room while I snap photos of the pristine bed first!

DEVOUR
Popsicle season is decending upon us! Leave the artificially flavored versions at the grocery store and make your own with coconut water, coconut milk, and fruit.

SAY
As you probably already know, Scoop NYC is closing its doors. Bid adieu with an essay about the boutique’s glory days.

FOLLOW
Instagrammer Vanessa Mckeown cleverly pairs everyday items to create whimsical photos.

SAVE
We all know how awful plastic six-pack rings are for the environment. A team of engineers created an edible version made of brewing byproducts in partnership with Florida’s Saltwater Brewery. It’s still in the prototype phase, but I can’t wait for it to become mainstream.

EARLIER THIS WEEK
Shared a few dos and don’ts of traveling to Copenhagen.
Bought a new pair of loafers (snag ’em here) …
and a new pair of sandals.
Finally shared photos of one of my favorite dresses — a year later!

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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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It’s so nice to be home after a whirlwind week. It’s so nice to be home after a whirlwind week. We flew out to Philadelphia last Friday for a few days of exploring. It was our first time in the City of Brotherly Love and we loved every minute of it from the architecture to the restaurants, and most of all: the welcoming and friendly people. After that, we had one night at home before a flight to Denver to celebrate my cousin’s wedding. We got back to Madison late last night and have spent the day puttering around the house, getting caught up on laundry, grocery shopping, harvesting the season’s first tomatoes from the garden, and admiring just how much the hydrangeas have grown in the course of a week.
I always get a kick out of comparing views of our I always get a kick out of comparing views of our home today to the photos I took during our home inspection. (Swipe to see our main bedroom then!) While I knew the house had potential, it was hard to look past some of the owner’s “design” choices. Though, it looks like the room was destined to have a warm-toned quilt. 😂

P.S. @schoolhouse just released new colors of their popular Stillwater Floral Quilt!

And, for those interested, I’ve linked my bedroom items here: https://liketk.it/5iC8R

#SchoolhouseLiving #InteriorInspo #SlowDecorating #BedroomDecor #MainBedroom #CenturyHome #StillwaterFloral #HomeReno #HomeRenovation
Back in December, we booked @therobeychicago for a Back in December, we booked @therobeychicago for a couple nights in the summer and our long awaited anticipation of lounging by the rooftop pool was finally fulfilled last weekend. It also inadvertently became the weekend I made Dave eat a cheeseburger every day, between @redhotranchchicago, @eatmottst, and @smallcheval. There are worst ways to spend a weekend.

#chicago #visitchicago #therobey #therobeychicago #duckduckgoat #mottst #artinstituteofchicago #chicagoeats #auchevalchicago
Our guest room wasn’t a design priority until la Our guest room wasn’t a design priority until late last year when we finally bought a bed, mattress, and a set of sheets. We used some of our own extra bedding (tucking in the generous overhang of our king blankets under the queen-sized mattress) and old bedside lamps from our bedroom: functional, but not quite the charming space I’d envisioned.
 
That started to change when I purchased the Popcorn Grid Coverlet from Schoolhouse — an item I’d been eyeing for years — plus some graphic floral pillows. Then came a bright blue round cushion and the sweetest Teig lamp, both generously gifted by Schoolhouse, and the room finally started to come together. You can shop my picks here: https://liketk.it/5f322

#Ad #SchoolhousePartner #SchoolhouseSpringStyle #SchoolhouseLiving #InteriorInspo #SlowDecorating #GuestRoom
Growing up in northern Wisconsin, lilacs always hi Growing up in northern Wisconsin, lilacs always hit peak bloom right around my birthday on May 30. My mom would fill a large crystal vase with fresh-cut stems, and their scent would waft through the house. 

Now that I live a few hours south and lilac season wraps up earlier, the blooms actually mark the start of my birthday month.

#Lilacs #LilacSeason #SpringFlowers #InBloom #BirthdayMonth #MayBirthday
Snapshots from the past week: • Spent quality t Snapshots from the past week:

• Spent quality time with my favorite cat

• Biked for Pacificos, chips and quac, and tacos at @bandit.tacos 

• Loved how the rain collected on the Lady’s Mantle I planted last year

• Dipped my toes (quite literally) into this year’s mesh shoe trend

• Snapped a lot of Lily content

• Drove home with a new lilac in the passenger seat
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