A Few of My Favorite Things

Every week I tell myself I’m going to stay within budget and every week I find something I just can’t live without. The heart wants what the heart wants. And because I love to help other people spend their money just as much as I love spending mine, I thought I’d share a few of my {current} favorite things. Kiss. Kiss.

Lululemon Align Pant II – You guys. These rival the LuLaRoe leggings in terms of comfort but in a workout material. And by that I mean, maybe I’ll work out in them or maybe I won’t. I don’t know. Or maybe I’ll continue to eat my children’s Halloween candy until I can no longer fit into anything other than leggings. Either way these have made their way into the daily rotation. ‘Tis the season.
Sweaters Front Tucked – I’m really digging boxy sweaters tucked into the front of your skinny jeans. It’s little unexpected details like this that make an outfit feel effortless. And we all know I love effortless.»»» Sweater: Free People ‘Arctic Fox’ | Jeans: Hudson ‘Nico’ Skinny | Over The Knee Boots: Dolce Vita
NARS – I started with their signature Orgasm blush and have slowly switched to just about e’rything NARS. I blame my “glam squad” Sal at the Macy’s Minneapolis location who can take me from tired and ragged to a 24 year old just hitting her prime in a 15 minute drive-by over my lunch break. My “can’t live without” items are as follows: Radiant Creamy Concealer (even the MAC girls use this concealer, says Sal), the Blush in ‘Unlawful’ (it’s the new Orgasm), and the Total Replenishing Eye Cream.
Michele Silicone Strap Band Watch– Don’t get me wrong, I love my ‘ole faithful Michael Kors ‘Bradshaw’ but I’m madly in love with my this new watch the hubs gave me for our 7 year anniversary. By gave me I mean I took him into the store to pick out a watch for himself and slid this one in at checkout. Happy wife, happy life! <I scored mine at Nordstrom Rack for less so check your local stores first >
Ink Cards App – Who has a stamp when you need to send a card? No one, that’s who. For a $1.99 you can send a personalized postcard straight from the app. Boom. Genius. I’m obsessed. Your bestie from college has a baby? Send her an ink card with a pic she posted on insta! Your high school friend loses her grandma? Sad. Send her an ink card! Your work BFF gets a promotion? Send her an ink card! Mother’s Day? Send her an ink card! Father’s Day? Send him an ink card! Any Day? SEND THEM AN INK CARD!
Le Specs ‘Savanna’ Sunnies – Because life is too short to wear serious sunglasses. Switch it up. Have some fun. Also love this ‘Flashy’ pair – meow. »»» Swimsuit: Mara Hoffman
Turtlenecks Under Flannels – Coming to you straight outta JCrew catalog.»»»Turtleneck: JCrew | Flannel: Gap | Jeans: Paige ‘Verdugo’ | Booties: Dolce Vita ‘Lana’
Mossimo Velvet Burgundy Lace Up Flats – $24.99? I mean, how could you not? The rich burgundy velvet is on point for the holiday season. Bonus: surprisingly comfortable. Get you some!
Love Your Melon Pom Beanie – Aside from the adorable knits, 50% of the proceeds go towards the fight against pediatric cancer. How do you say no when it’s for a good cause? Don’t forget to support your favorite college campus during checkout. Go Chants! And yes, that’s a beer in my hand because it’s been a day and the kids are finally in bed. Cheers, Peeps! »»» Flannel: JCrew (exact print sold out, but similar at the Factory)| Sweatshirt: Wildfox | Vest: JCrew (rust color is sold out, but JCrew Factory also has lots of great color options for less) | Jeans: 7 For All Mankind | Booties: Dolce Vita ‘Lana’
JCrew Stadium-Cloth Cocoon Coat – Guys, I’ve been drooling over this coat for 2 years now. TWO YEARS! I had struggled with the price tag a bit, but after 2 years I realized I would have FO SHO gotten my money’s worth by now. I live in Minnesota and WINTER IS COMING, so when they had their last 30% off sale I finally pulled the trigger after phoning a few friends to weigh in on the color. SO MANY CHOICES! In the end I went with the classic Heather Dusk. I’m not one to shy away from a pop of color but I kind of loved the simplicity of the gray. It’s a winner. They are all winners.»»» Rain Boots: Hunter ‘Porcelain Blue’