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J.Crew Factory New Arrivals ~ July 2024
Hi everyone! How the heck is it almost August?! I’m seeing pumpkins and fall new arrivals hit stores and it feels somehow earlier and earlier every year… but it’s also my favorite time of year, so I’m kind of here for it? However, I’m not here for our impending cold weather here in the midwest! Just for the cute clothes and home decor. 🙂 J.Crew Factory released their kind of fall transition line up a few days ago and I really like several of their pieces! I would say most of their items are less colorful, more of a neutral palette, but I like that so many pieces can be…
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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2024
One of my favorite sales of the year kicks off this week if you are a cardholder (open to everyone July 15th) and I’m always a big fan! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the sale where you can pick out better quality, fall friendly items at a discount. There are definitely some splurge items always included and of course basics, but I usually stick with my go-to favorite brands. I have NSale items in my closet that are still going strong from 10 years ago! My favorites from the sale are always Nordstrom house brand items (Caslon, Halogen, Treasure & Bond, BP, and Zella) for tops/sweaters, Wit & Wisdom/Kut from…
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Caslon New Arrivals ~ Summer 2024
Hi friends! I hope you had a refreshing holiday weekend! We had a long, lazy 3-day weekend eating good food, reading, hiking, watching movies, and spending time with our dogs and horses – I honestly couldn’t ask for more! I haven’t posted clothing items on the blog for a beat, but I feel like I’m finally seeing some cute items hit stores – was it just me or were new arrivals a little lackluster this spring? I feel like I haven’t really shopped in forever, but did finally place a big order from Nordstrom. Have you heard of Nordstrom’s Caslon brand? It’s one of their house brands, generally more affordable,…
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Book Review: Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth
Hi friends! I wanted to pop in for a blog post because I just finished a great new book by Sally Hepworth! Published just last week, this book was gifted to me from Net Galley as an advanced reader copy – huge thanks to Net Galley! Rating: 4.5/5 stars Genre: Psychological Thriller Similar authors: Lisa Jewell, Shari Lapina, Rachel Hawkins Triggers: Child abuse (mostly verbal/emotional) If you are a big fan of quick, fast paced reads that wrap you into the story from chapter one to the end – this book does just that! The story starts in present time, focusing on 3 women whom met when they were young…
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Avara Spring New Arrivals!
Hi friends! My favorite boutique has released a lot of pretty new arrivals for spring and I wanted to share what caught my eye! We are heading south for a vacation soon and I need to order a few pieces to wear on the trip. Avara sent me this pretty ruffle sleeve sweater top to share on my blog and it’s super cute and perfect for spring! Shared below is the sweater and all items at the top of my vacation wish list: Use code PEARLS15 to save 15% off your order! Astrid sweater: *sizing: fit is TTS. I’m wearing my regular size small. sweater | jeans (LOFT ‘kick crop’…
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Outfits Lately, Vol. 6
Hi friends! I’ve shared a few posts recently over on Instagram and wanted to do a quick round up below on things that have caught my eye! Life has been busy lately and I’ve transitioned into creating outfits based on things I have either already in my closet or on my wish list. Below you’ll see more digital outfit creations versus mirror posts – those are all based on things on my wish list. Creating outfits in this manner really helps me out to see if I can utilize items already in my closet to complete the outfit or if I also want to add accessories or a pair of…
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Wish List, Vol. 21
Hi friends! It’s been a minute since I’ve posted a wish list on the blog. Honestly, I haven’t been shopping much (or blogging for that matter) lately. I’ve cruised right into the whole “I work from home and sweat pants are life” vibe – especially since it’s cold, it’s dark after 5 pm, and all the winter things surround me this time of year! BUT, I know it’s going to get better. February already looks warmer and better than January and I’m excited to freshen up my “cold spring” wardrobe – you know, since my Florida spring wardrobe = tank tops and shorts, here in Indiana I’m going to embrace…
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Happy New Year! Spring Outfit Inspiration
Happy Happy 2024! I know everyones past year has been different, but 2023 was a period of lows and highs for myself and I’d prefer to keep the lows in the past. 🙂 Are you one for New Years resolutions? I’ve never been great at them, but for me personally I really want to try to spend money ‘more wisely’ in relation to my closet. I really would love to start traveling again this year and recently I had to take a good look at my closet, clean some out for Poshmark, and find gaps in my closet that could actually be helpful. If you’re reading this post it’s because…
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Book Review: Only If You’re Lucky by Stacy Willingham
Hi everyone! It’s time for another book review! I was gifted an advanced reader copy (ARC) from Net Galley of “Only If You’re Lucky” by Stacy Willingham set for publication on January 16th, 2024. I wanted to share my review here in case this might be your next New Years Read! My Review of Only If You’re Lucky: Rating: 3.75/5 stars Genre: Mystery/Suspense/Thriller Similar authors: Frieda McFadden, Mary Kubica, Rachel Hawkins Triggers: Mention of rape/sexual violence (not in detail); drugs/alcohol **Please note: I rarely give a book 5 stars – I reserve that rating for books that capture me from beginning to end, I can relate to and love the…
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Outfits Lately, Vol. 5
Hi everyone! I’d be lying if I said I’ve been getting dressed “up” everyday (aka jeans lol) – lately I’ve been living in leggings and sweatpants with the chilly weather (I WFH so it’s easy to embrace!). I snapped photos over the last few weeks on days I did get dressed and I wanted to share a few outfits below of new items I’ve picked up with all the fantastic sales lately! Sizing and availability in colors may be limited, but I have a feeling returns will start hitting the shelves soon after the holidays, combined with a refresh in inventory, and some of the items below will be great…
