BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

Bon Voyage

April 12, 2015 by jessica 5 Comments

And we’re off! Dave and I are headed to sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a week of beachside lounging. We also have plans to visit Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Lauderdale by the Sea, and Hollywood. (Phew!) If you have any recommendations, please share them on Instagram or Twitter! (Seriously, any hidden gems for vintage or thrift shopping in Palm Beach would be a dream!) I’m planning to steer clear of the blog while we’re away, but you can always see what we’re up to on Instagram or Snapchat (find me at bedknobsbaubles).

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Tunic: J.Crew
Dresses: Lilly Pulitzer (here and here)
Sandals: Kate Spade
Earrings: Tory Burch
Necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane c/o Shopbop
Suitcase: c/o Delsey

Weekend Guide

April 11, 2015 by jessica 2 Comments

STUDY
‘Tis the season for weddings! If you’re planning nuptials, here are some guidelines to make the party a memorable one. Although, I’d skip the pig roast. (True Embarrassing Family Story: My late grandfather owned a tavern. When I was young, he decided to host a family reunion with–what else?–a pig roast. Long story short, the bar set aflame. The Hamm side sure knows how to party.)

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CONSIDER
I don’t know if I could wear the same thing to work every day, but I appreciate the freedom that comes with it.

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SMILE
The Mindy Project is one of my not-so-guilty pleasures. Behold, a bit of Mindy wisdom.

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SHOP
Gray Malin has sweetened the pot with free framing for a limited time. Your walls are looking a little dull, right?

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SIP
Not only do I want to drink this, I want to Instagram it.

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SWOON
The Humane Society of Utah partnered with photographer Guinnevere Shuster to take photo booth-style portraits of pups up for adoption, capturing each dog’s quirky personality. It’s been a huge success with a 93.26% placement rate. (Really, click through, the photos are irresistible.)

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FITNESS UPDATE
I’ve been sick with a terrible cold for about a week now. The only upside of feeling cruddy and losing my appetite is that I’m officially down 10 pounds since mid-January. The dress I wanted to wear to Dave’s sister’s wedding (today!) finally fits and I’m a lot less insecure about rocking a swimsuit in South Florida next week. I still have another 10 pounds I’d like to shed, but we’ll deal with that after vacation.

Style File // Alissa Futhey

April 10, 2015 by jessica 3 Comments

I don’t know if it’s Alissa’s infectious smile or her bubbly personality, but I, well, adore the gal behind The Adored Life. Alissa is a breath of fresh air with relatable anecdotes and plenty of darling (and affordable!) ensembles.

Friday Five Under $55

April 10, 2015 by jessica 5 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I’ve already managed to blow my budget this month. Thank goodness for a few great deals this weekend:

This boho lace top from LOFT comes in at $49.50 and has the prettiest peekaboo eyelet detail around the waist.
A perforated tote ($25) in cream is perfect for work this spring.
I’m cheating a little bit with this pair of linen crossover shorts from J.Crew. Technically the price is $59.50, but you can snag them for 25% off through April 14 with code SHOPNOW.
These drop earrings from Kenneth Jay Lane are stunning. I love the light turquoise blue. (And, of course, they’re sold out now. Try these laid back chandeliers instead.)
I tend to shy away from faux leather shoes, but these chic gold slides are worth trying for $13. They also come in rose gold.

The Coveted

April 9, 2015 by jessica 12 Comments

This week, I’m smitten with:

Floral sunglasses. These are such a ridiculous splurge, but they’d be so fun to wear all summer. Here’s a low-cost alternative.
Lulu Frost’s Friends & Family sale! Take 20% off sitewide, starting with these earrings. No coupon code needed. The discount is taken at checkout.
A ruffled hem that makes me wish I could wear cropped tops.
Essie’s perfect polish set for spring weddings.
A vibrant turquoise romper.
One of my purchases from the Shopbop Friends & Family sale, which runs through the end of today: a pretty pair of Loeffler Randall “Amelia” sandals. You know I prefer wearing flats, but sometimes a girl just needs a pretty pair of heels. There are other colors available at Piperlime. They’re not on sale right now, but I’m sure they’ll be on promotion eventually with Piperlime’s upcoming closure.
Classic chambray stripes.
And my other Shopbop purchase: a stunning Kenneth Jay Lane necklace. It’s scheduled to arrive today, just in time to head into my suitcase for next week’s vacation.