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Life Lately

October 12, 2017 by jessica 1 Comment

Life Lately

This is the busiest time for me at work, which I’m sure you’ve gathered given my radio silence so far this week. It’s hard to set aside time for a hobby when a couple of hours to get through a post means I’ll be burning the midnight oil later that night on the work that pays the bills. Instead of staying completely mum this week, I thought I’d share some of the photos on my phone from the last few weeks. Most of these aren’t edited (our living room walls are white and not that weird cream color), but, hey, I’m crunched for time. 😉 And with that, a little peek into the life of Dave and myself over the last few weeks:

  • Our bar cabinet finally arrived and we couldn’t be happier with it. We haven’t had a chance to style it, but that duck lamp is totally staying on top. (Sources: bar, lamp, pumpkin, planters)
  • Enjoying lazy weekend mornings at home. The blanket isn’t cheap, but it’s such great quality. And I’m loving my new robe.
  • Trying on Halloween masks at Target. I’m still tempted to go back and buy this one. We’ve been throwing around a few costume ideas, but we haven’t settled on one yet. This would make dressing up so much easier. (I can’t wait for our first Halloween with trick-or-treaters!)
  • I think we’ve picked out our wallpaper! We’re going to hire someone to hang it because we’d hate to screw up something so expensive, so I’m going to wait a couple of months until I feel like we won’t be straining our budget to make this happen. (During the flurry of buying things for the house, we also ordered this media console.)
  • We went out for afternoon drinks last Saturday at one of our favorite bars. While I was snapping that leafy photo, a tornado unexpectedly touched down roughly a mile from our house. I’m so thankful that our house is fine. (It was a weak tornado, as far as those things go, and most of the damage was done to trees, signs, and awnings. Phew.) The shoes are from Madewell and required no break-in time.
  • There’s a random tomato plant that sprouted up in the small grassy area between our house and driveway. It’s been producing quite a few cherry tomatoes. It’s a fun surprise, even if it’s not the best place for it!
  • I casually suggested we buy a record player some day so we could adorably play vinyl as we cook together. Apparently when you express an interest in electronics to someone who loves technology, “some day” came awfully soon. Dave bought this turntable, and we’ve now been scouring flea markets and record stores for albums.
  • That bottom middle photo is pretty much what I come home to every day now and I love it. I love when the cat runs to greet me. I love our bar. I love the floors. I love that piece of artwork … that we still need to hang.
  • And our couch arrived!

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: life lately

Weekend Reading

October 7, 2017 by jessica 1 Comment

Vintage Earrings | Bedknobs & Baubles

Weekend Reading:

  • We should all be angry about this.
  • I take Amazon Prime for granted and order things like shampoo knowing it’ll save me a trip to Target, and I get irrationally annoyed when the shipment takes longer than the two-day promise. But I’m better off in an urban area than those in rural parts of America. Learn how rural areals throw a wrench into shipping logistics.
  • If a wig is part of your Halloween costume, you have to check out this post for inspiration.
  • Not a fan of traditional fall decor? Try a rainbow-colored pumpkin wreath for your front door!
  • This tiered mini skirt is so pretty!
  • A French brand is turning vintage hotel curtains into chic jackets.
  • I’m disappointed that the series finale of The Mindy Project is fast approaching, but at least Mindy Kaling promises it’ll be “romantic” and “unexpected.”
  • Itching for a decent drink the next time you’re on a plane? This book has the recipes you need to cocktail with the best of them while you’re traveling.
  • We treated ourselves to a turntable this week and purchased this for our first album on vinyl. Record players are adorably pretentious, I know, but I’m looking forward to building our collection and putting a record on while we make weekend brunch.
  • Thirteen thrillers to read this month.
  • This DIY will make you look at vintage tables in a new light.

Five Under $50:

  • A soft-structured tote bag.
  • Lightweight statement earrings.
  • A peacoat for under $40? Sold! I love it in camel, but it also comes in blush, black, and grey.
  • This Jo Malone gift set is perfect for the beauty lover on your holiday shopping list — even if that person is you!
  • Chelsea-style rain boots for soggy fall days.

Notable Sales

  • Bloomingdale’s is offering 25% off almost everything with code FRIENDS.
  • Saks is also having its Friends and Family sale this weekend with 20-25% off. I love these earrings!
  • Take 50% off of everything at Ann Taylor, including sale items. I love the print on this blouse. Plus, I picked up the sandals I love in black to tuck away for next summer.
  • West Elm has 20% off this weekend, along with the others in its family of brands: Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Mark and Graham, and Rejuvenation. We’re considering this media console to replace the ugly side table our TV is currently sitting on. If you’re not in the market for housewares right now, get an early start on your holiday shopping. This pouch is great for the frequent flyer to stash away ear buds and loose cords. A plaid monogram mug is practically begging for a starring role in an Instagram. And this faux fur throw in navy is perfect for the most glamorous person on your shopping list.
  • H&M is having a flash sale with up to 60% off select items. You can’t go wrong with this cute dress.
  • Take 30% off your purchase at J.Crew. I love this tie-sleeve sweater, this swing coat, and this polka dot tulle dress.

Earlier This Week:

  • This coat is my favorite thing about autumn.
  • The best serum for dry, flaky skin.
  • Style steals under $100 and under $50. (That dress!)

 

Filed Under: Weekend Guide Tagged With: weekend guide, weekend reading

Try This For Dry Skin

October 5, 2017 by jessica Leave a Comment

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Hydrating Serum

If you suffer from dry flaky skin, you need to add this serum to your beauty arsenal. Once the humidity lessens in the fall and winter, I can’t escape flaky skin no matter how many masks, lotions, and exfoliants I use. This is the only thing that has worked to keep flakiness at bay and keep my complexion smooth.

The marketing spiel: Formulated for all skin types, Ultra Repair Hydrating Serum instantly infuses skin with essential hydration to help plump and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Its lightweight texture makes it perfect for layering under your favorite AM and PM moisturizers. Hyaluronic acid—a moisture-locking agent—helps hydrate, plump, and nurture. Peptides help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while collagen helps skin appear more plump and replenished with an improved-looking texture. Colloidal oatmeal, along with aloe leaf juice, help calm and soothe irritated skin for an allover healthy-looking and feeling complexion.

My thoughts: I apply one pump of product to my face at night after washing my face whenever my skin looks flaky. The instructions suggest following up with moisturizer once the serum is fully absorbed, but I’ve never done that. The texture of the product doesn’t feel luxurious — and sometimes a little sticky — but after you smooth it on and leave it for 15 minutes or so, it disappears into your skin and feels weightless. In the morning, those little flakes have miraculously disappeared leaving my skin smooth and soft. The price is steep at $36 per ounce, but you really don’t need a lot of product at a time.

Bottom line: It’s definitely worth trying if you also have dry, sensitive skin that’s prone to flakiness.

Filed Under: Beauty Tagged With: beauty, dry skin, First Aid Beauty

Style Steals

October 3, 2017 by jessica 2 Comments

Style Steals | Bedknobs & Baubles

Under $50
H&M dress | Topshop sneakers | Kate Spade card case | Gorjana earrings | Banana Republic top | BP bag

Under $100
H&M coat | Banana Republic gloves | Haute Hippie top | Nine West shoes | Bauble Bar earrings

Filed Under: Budget Style, Style Tagged With: fall style, style steals

Fall Classics

October 2, 2017 by jessica 3 Comments

Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers
Hermes Clic Clac Bracelet
Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers
Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers
Madewell Elinor Loafers
Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers
Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers
Tory Burch Plaid Coat + Madewell Elinor Loafers

Tory Burch coat (old; also love this and this) | J.Crew sweater (old; similar here and here) | Gap jeans | Madewell loafers (also available in black) | Banana Republic bag (old; similar) | Karen Walker sunglasses (c/o Shopbop) | Jenny Bird earrings (smaller version here) | Hermes bracelet

Filed Under: Outfits, Style Tagged With: fall clothing, fall outfit, gap true skinny jeans, karen walker, madewell elinor loafers, ootd, outfit, plaid coat, tory burch

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Jessica Hamm
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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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

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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.

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

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Finishing our guest room has been a focus of ours Finishing our guest room has been a focus of ours this year, and the cute Teig Lamp from Schoolhouse is such a charming addition to the space. It’s named for the German word for “dough,” which is perfect for its soft, petite shape.

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(The lamp and circle pillow were gifted. I purchased the other items.)

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I’m challenging myself to get through a backlog I’m challenging myself to get through a backlog of travel photos before we book our next trip. First up, photos of the gothic York Minster. I’m not religious in the slightest but I can’t resist stunning architecture and the opportunity to climb hundreds of cathedral stairs for a city view. This one only had a single rest stop about halfway up the flight of 275 steps for a closeup view of the flying buttresses — and a waiver you had to sign before your ascent to promise you’re healthy enough to make it.
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