BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

Weekend Guide

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SIP
Gear up for the Derby today with a julep while you place your bets. If you’re lucky enough to be in Louisville this weekend, check out this guide for the best places to dine. You can also learn how each Derby horse was named here.

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TRACK
You may have noticed that Iconosquare recently monetized its analytic capabilities and it’s not exactly affordable at $200 a month. Here are some inexpensive alternatives. (Edit: Iconosquare sent out an email on Saturday admitting that it may have been a little shortsighted to charge so much per month. They’ve gone back to the old version for now.)

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LEARN
Hate to break it to you, but the croissant’s origins aren’t actually French. Learn more about the iconic pastry here because everyone loves a know-it-all at brunch.

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WEAR
I’m on the hunt for a sexy lariat necklace. I love the length of this version.

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CONTOUR
You’re living under a rock if you haven’t heard about contouring yet. I’ve been using the Clinique sculpting stick and this highlighter, but I kind of prefer the French approach to this beauty trend.

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COOK
Fresh produce is the best part of summer. Make this asparagus and poached egg salad for brunch.

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Comments

  1. I had no idea about Iconosquare! I haven’t checked my analytics in months even though I’ve been meaning to… Welp. Lol.

    xo Kimi
    twentysomethingsimple.wordpress.com

  3. I got a last minute invite to a Derby party (bummer I didn’t have enough time to put together an outfit, as per the theme) and watched it for the first time. I had no idea the whole race was only two minutes long! What does everyone do there all day?! (okay fine, I know they just drink.)

    Chic on the Cheap

    • I love the Derby and I adore going to Churchill Downs. You’d be amazed at how addicting it can be to bet on races! I’m pretty sure Churchill Downs has other races going on during the day, which are fun to watch and bet on. If you ever make it to Louisville, add the races to your itinerary. It’s like $1 admission on non-Derby days and it’s a blast. Drinks are pricey, but we’ve always been lucky enough to win enough money to offset the booze cost. 😉

      (Obviously, this topic makes me chatty.)

  4. Love this article, almost a year ago I decided to focus more on skin care instead of makeup and I’m really seeing the benefits of it. Now I’m comfortable going out with very little makeup on. I’m trying to breakup with my concealer but it’s so hard, but eventually I will. I’m done shopping for May because of that damn Tory Burch sale but I loooove this lariat necklace, maybe I’ll try to make one for myself.