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On the Right Foot: the Best Spring Jacket, the Original Influencer, Black-Owned Hotels & More!

March 1, 2021 by jessica Leave a Comment

How the pandemic affected our sleep habits.

I already own — and love — this jacket in olive. I’m tempted to get the emerald green one, too!

Martha Stewart is the original influencer.

Black eyeliner is back.

How good is this paint treatment?!

Pinterest is putting the spotlight on women-owned small businesses in time for Women’s History Month.

Loving this pink tunic for spring. (I just ordered it and will report back when it arrives!)

Designing restaurants for a post-COVID world.

Reconciling COVID style with the clothes worn before the pandemic struck.

I’m into this little lamp.

Ten stylish Black-owned hotels to book for your post-COVID trip.

In case you missed it:

  • Shopping Guide: Spring Vases
  • What I bought and loved in February.

ROOM SOURCES:

Pitcher: Tory Burch
Table: Article
Chairs: Baxton Studio (also available here)
Tallboy: vintage via Cream City Restoration in Milwaukee
Light Fixture: West Elm
Plant Stand: West Elm
Plant Type: ZZ Plant
Curtains: West Elm
Curtain Rod: Pottery Barn
Curtain Rod Finials: Pottery Barn


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On the Right Foot: Colorful Glasses, Instagram Photo Dumps, an Unexpectedly Chic Swimsuit Hue & More!

February 22, 2021 by jessica Leave a Comment

How fun are these ripple glasses by Sophie Lou Jacobsen? They’re a bit expensive at $25 each, but I could see using one as a bud vase to brighten up your work-from-home desk!

My new favorite Instagram account: @cats_of_brutalism.

Have you taken part in the Instagram photo dump trend?

Inside the pizza culture of Naples.

We have a new pandemic obsession ’round these parts: at-home espresso! We talked about getting an espresso machine for awhile now, but didn’t want to spend a ludicrous amount of money and, yet, didn’t want something as simple as a Nespresso machine. Dave did a lot of research and we opted for the Breville Bambino Plus (in stock here), which has an attached milk frother. It sounds like a robust introductory machine that will last us several years. Of course, my old $40 coffee grinder isn’t going to cut it anymore and now we need to upgrade that before our espresso adventure can truly commence. I’m pretty excited about our in-home café experience, though! If you have any tips, please share!

I enjoyed Emily’s deep-dive into the Shaker style.

I’m tempted to pick up a collection of colorful, sculptural glass candle holders.

The CDFA launched Impact, a talent directory for Black and brown creatives.

The “dark twig” color of this swimsuit is unexpected and yet undeniably chic.

The history of Singapore’s colorful shop-houses.

In case you missed it:

  • A midday pick-me-up.
  • The Danish-designed watch brand to have on your radar.
  • We’ve had Oliver for an entire year now!

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On the Right Foot: Valentine’s Day Cocktail, Zack Morris is Trash, Gossip Shortages & More!

February 8, 2021 by jessica Leave a Comment

white tulips
photo by Roman Kraft

Quarantine is wreaking havoc on your body.

This essay from Vogue’s “Growing Up in Style” series is a sweet commentary on the transformative power of clothing.

I adore these graphic black-and-white striped pots.

The pretty pink hue of a classic Clover Club cocktail makes it perfect for Valentine’s Day!

We watched the Saved by the Bell reboot the other week, which then led us down an internet rabbit hole about how Zack Morris is Trash.

Amsterdam is looking to put a stop to weed-seeking tourism.

You can use code “LOVE” to save 20% on Jenny Walton’s site. I’m considering these cuties.

The pandemic has caused a gossip shortage.

Loving this plaid raincoat.

I’m making Instant Pot carnitas for dinner this week.

In case you missed it:

  • Last week’s “The Coveted” is essentially my spring wish list. (I especially love the gingham purse that reminds me of vintage lawn chairs.)
  • The items I bought and loved at the end of December and throughout January.
  • Not a bad place to spend a snow day.

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On the Right Foot: Plans for the Champs-Élysées, An Affordable and Chic PJ Set, Return of the Homemaker & More!

January 25, 2021 by jessica Leave a Comment

Inside Jenna Lyons’ closet. And if anyone knows where the lamp is from in this image (above), please let me know! It has such a great shape!

And while we’re on the topic of lamps, how great is this one? It’s like a piece of art.

The Mayor of Paris has unveiled a €250 million plan to transform the Champs-Élysées into an “extraordinary garden.”

I picked up this super-soft pajama set over the weekend at Target.

Why women wore pearls to support Kamala Harris on Inauguration Day.

The pandemic has brought the return of the homemaker.

Love these lace-up sandals!

Department stores have a long history of racist exclusion.

The unlikely connection between wellness influencers and pro-Trump rioters.

Six houseplant mistakes to avoid this winter.

In case you missed it:

  • Fourteen finds for Valentine’s Day.
  • The case for keeping a phone nook.

Have a wonderful week!

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On the Right Foot: My First Sartorial Purchase of the Year, Mocktails for Dry January, How Epidemics Influenced Home Design & More!

January 11, 2021 by jessica Leave a Comment

On the Right Foot
photo by Melnychuk Nataliya

It feels tone deaf to be completely chipper on a Monday morning after the week we just endured. If it makes you feel any better, there are just nine more days left of Trump’s administration and we can — hopefully — turn our attention to healing. I am hopeful for a better 2021, especially knowing our president-elect recognizes the blatant racism that runs through America’s veins and isn’t shying away from talking about it. Now, we just need to do something about it. (While he’s goal-setting, maybe he can work on that vaccination rollout, too.)

Clearly I picked the wrong year to participate in Dry January. If you’re also declining booze this month (or just not a drinker in general), try these mocktails.

My first sartorial purchase of the year was this silk blouse. The additional 25% off sale ends at the end of today and items are returnable, so it’s worth giving something a shot if you have your eye on an item. I also adore these snakeskin-embossed flats.

The Sex and the City reboot has been confirmed!

I loved this response to those on social media who tell influencers to “stay in your lane” when it comes to politics.

Five tips for getting your creative project off the ground.

I have heart-eyes for this preppy phone case.

Women in construction share their advice on where to save and spend during a renovation.

Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris on the road ahead.

LEGO recently came out with a very cute botanical collection.

How previous epidemics influenced home design.

It’s about time to pare down that skincare and beauty collection.

I just added this unique taper holder to my home.

In case you missed it:

  • Today is the last day to enter to win $50 to NOVICA!
  • So much to love in the most recent The Coveted.

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Reminder: Enter to win $50 to spend on artisanal goods at NOVICA!


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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. Follow along for personal style, travel, and lifestyle content.

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I don’t have a spot for it, but I love Schoolhouse’s latest addition to their lighting collection.

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I can get on board with this “photo dump” tren I can get on board with this “photo dump” trend. While these aren’t disparate photos for a true devil-may-care post (I’m far too Type A for that), it *is* a random selection of snapshots from our 48 hours in Chicago last week.

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Buying tickets to the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit l Buying tickets to the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit last November seemed both reckless and naively hopeful. I’m so glad I went for it though, as our first fully vaccinated adventure has been the breath of fresh air we needed. (I’m also happy to report that most people are masked up walking outside, and there are plenty of social-distanced dining options in Chicago.)
Now that we’re fully vaccinated, I'm sure Dave i Now that we’re fully vaccinated, I'm sure Dave is thrilled to be an Instagram Boyfriend again when we're out for our coffee runs. ☕️ 😉 (Don’t worry, we haven’t stopped wearing our masks yet!)

I’d also like to point out that I’m embracing the middle part as not to let my Millennial show. 😉

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I'm so excited for longer days and warm evenings o I'm so excited for longer days and warm evenings on the patio -- and this subscription to @winc couldn't haven't come at a better time to usher in the new season with wine in hand! 

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I know everyone loves wick trimmers for their cand I know everyone loves wick trimmers for their candles, but you're missing out if you don't have a taper shaver, too! It's an inexpensive gadget that can save you from forcing a candle into a holder and risking breakage — of either the holder or the candle itself. I linked to some options in today's blog post! (URL in bio.)
When we moved into our home three-and-a-half years When we moved into our home three-and-a-half years ago, Dave added an indoor security camera to our living room. I’ll be the first to admit that the option for 24/7 surveillance (which can, thankfully, be shut off automatically when you arrive home) was a little strange, but it’s absolutely worth the peace of mind that comes with a smart camera. When we’ve been away, we’ve checked in on the cat to see what he’s been up to and we’ve been able to verify that the person detected in our house was someone we lent a key to! We’ve since decided to relocate that one outdoors and were delighted to have the opportunity to partner with @ecobeehome to try out their SmartCamera as an indoor replacement. It was a natural fit as we already have – and love – an ecobee thermostat and this camera integrates seamlessly into the brand’s app. The camera has a 180-degree field of view that lets you track activity in your home, giving us a much wider view of the main floor than the other camera allowed. Privacy is still paramount as the camera uses WiFi and GPS to detect when family members are home, which shuts off the recording option. It’s also equipped with voice controls and Alexa, allowing you to connect with the technology you need for your household. And, while it’s not the most important aspect of a smart camera, the design of this one is *really* good.

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