October 07, 2021

Current Crushes!

October 07, 2021/ Gen Sohr

Happy Thursday, y’all! We’re excited to share our latest round up of fashion, home and beauty crushes! If you haven’t shopped our interactive collages before, it’s super easy…you just click or tap on each individual item in the collage above and it links directly to all of the details, or you can click on the product images in the gallery below!

There’s a big sale happening at J.Crew right now, and you won’t want to miss out on an extra 50% off existing markdowns, 50% off sweatshirts and sweatpants and 30% off sweaters, outerwear and more (use code SALEONSALE)…we’re loving this classic crewneck, this pretty tie waist top, this cashmere-cotton cardigan and this wool parka! At Ann Taylor you can take 30-40% off your purchase with the code FAVORITES; be sure to check out this floral puff sleeve dress, this colorful plaid coat, this heart print shirtdress, this floral ruffle neck top and the matching midi skirt! Through tomorrow night, Saks is offering a spend-more-save-more event (use code SHOPOCTSF)…we’re swooning over dreamy dresses like this blue and white one, this red gown and this beaded beauty! For a limited time, enjoy up to 20% off sitewide at Ballard Designs…so many of our decorating go-tos are discounted, including these pretty lampshades that are so perfect for pairing with a vintage lamp base! One Kings Lane is also offering up to 20% off sitewide right now…take a peek at this cane dining table, this patterned pillow, this lucite and brass end table and these rattan chairs (plus our P+P color studies and alphabet prints are on sale!).

As we’re nearing the closing date for the October Happy Mail Boxes, be sure to get signed up as a Creative Club Bestie while a few spots are still available! Curious about the contents? Check out all of the treats here!

Looking for more of our favorites? You see can our new go-to tote here, fall layering finds here and bedding and bath must-haves here…and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, fall fashion favorites, Amazon finds and more! Happy shopping!

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October 07, 2021

Tote Perfection!

October 07, 2021/ Gen Sohr

Howdy, y’all! Today we’re so excited to share our new favorite tote in partnership with Cuyana! Everyone needs a simple, go-with-anything carryall in their arsenal, and beyond looking super-chic, we’re delighted by all of the clever features that set this one apart from the rest! Cuyana’s System Tote and companion accessories elevate the typical shoulder bag experience (black hole, anyone?!) with smart inserts that mean you don’t lose a second digging around for your things! Tuck small items like keys or a card holder into the flap bag for easy access, and say goodbye to searching frantically in the checkout line or outside a locked car in the rain again! Their coordinating laptop case keeps your tech safe and stylish when on the go for meetings and trips (and did we mention monogramming is available too?).

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What we really can’t wait to use this bag for is travel! It’s such a great inflight bag, with ample room for plane essentials like a scarf, book and snacks! Packing multiple handbags for short vacations can be a pain (not to mention wasting precious suitcase space needed for souvenirs!), and the system tote is such an easy answer for efficiency on the road. The flap bag insert (perfectly scaled for your phone, wallet and lipstick) works beautifully on its own, and just add the crossbody strap for exploring, or carry in hand as a clutch at dinner!

We’re sharing all of our favorite leather goods and layers for fall in the gallery below, and you can see even more styles at Cuyana.com!

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Post sponsored by Cuyana / Photography by Jessica Amerson

October 05, 2021

Stylish Autumn Finds!

October 05, 2021/ Gen Sohr

breakfast table / scallop pendant / banquette / chairs / patterned pillows: square + rectangle / tassel pillow / green fringe pillow / raffia wall sconce

Happy Tuesday, y’all! The Serena & Lily Fall Design Event ends tonight, so there’s just a little time left to snap up a piece on your wishlist at 20% off (use code NEWSEASON at checkout)! Just about every room in our home boasts a bit of Serena & Lily’s clean, classic style, like this guest room we recently updated with their super-soft linens! We adore all of their high-quality furniture that never sacrifices form for function, and stands up to the test of family living. If you’ve been eyeing a new sofa, this is such a great opportunity to save on one you’ll adore…we love the timeless lines of this wicker sectional (the one in our sunroom!), this slim silhouette and this Chesterfield-style one (choose from a huge selection of upholstery fabrics to make it your own). In addition to our longtime favorites, there are so many new arrivals we’re crushing on…be sure to check them out before the sale end tonight!

Make the most of cozy autumn style with all of the discounts going on at J.Crew today…with the code SALEONSALE you can take an extra 50% off sale styles, 50% off sweatshirts + sweatpants and 30% off sweaters + outerwear (we’re loving this wool topcoat, this puff sleeve cashmere sweater and this puffer jacket in four colors!). Now’s the time to score major deals at Ann Taylor too, where all sale styles are an extra 50% off, and select items are an additional 30% off just through tonight (including this floral tiered dress, this tie waist midi skirt and this emerald smocked sleeve dress!). At Neiman Marcus, enjoy special pricing on designer accessories during their shoe and handbag event (use code NMSAVE for $50 off $200 purchases, and $100 off $400 purchases)…right now we’re eyeing so many pretty party shoes like these embellished pumps, these glitter heels and this crystal strap pair!

We can hardly believe it’s already October, but the good news is that there’s still time to sign up for the next Happy Mail Mail box! We‘ve had so much fun working with each of the featured brands and can’t wait to share all of the treats with you!

Looking for more of our favorites? You can check out our go-to fall layers here, party-ready looks here, bedding and bath must-haves here, and affordable home finds here…and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, fall fashion favorites, Amazon finds and more! Happy shopping!

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October 01, 2021

Friday Favorites!

October 01, 2021/ Gen Sohr

dress / earrings here + here / lip color in ‘chili pepper’ / nail color / other cap-toe favorites here, here + here / vintage glassware / sofa / similar art / rug / similar pillows here, here + here

Happy Friday, y’all! Everyone needs a happy red dress in their closet, and this one happens to be under $40! It fits true to size, but wearing the extra-small above lends a more fitted look…here we choose a size small in the patterned version for a little looser silhouette. This time of year we just adore finding a dress like this that’s as perfect for daytime wear now as it is for festive events later!

In case you missed a day or two on the blog this week, we’ve been having so much fun browsing all of the latest releases and sharing our favorites…you can find all the new styles we’re eyeing here! Lucky for you, many of the sales we highlighted in yesterday’s Current Crushes are still going on, including Serena & Lily’s Fall Design Event…if you love something don’t sleep on it because 20% off of everything with the code NEWSEASON is only valid through Tuesday! J.Crew just expanded their limited time markdowns to include puffer jackets and boots, and it’s always smart to score these go-to’s early in the season before sizes sell out (don’t miss this sweet pink coat, these versatile stacked-heel suede booties or this Liberty-print jacket!). You may have already dipped into the clothing and accessories deals at the Saks friends and family sale (where new arrivals are 25% off!) but did you know that a lot of the beauty department is discounted too? You can take 15% off of our everyday essentials like this fresh fragrance, this super-luxe moisturizer and this glow-getting blush!). There are also so many steals to snap up at Ann Taylor today…head on over to take 40% off select tops and sweaters (we’re loving the prints on this houndstooth blouse and this hearts version!), and while you’re there be sure to check out all of the sale styles at an extra 40-60% off (including this paisley puff sleeve shirtdress, this pattern-happy midi and this tie red flor al dress!).

Looking for more of our favorites? You see can our fall layering staples here, party-ready looks here, bedding and bath must-haves here, and our stylish steals for your home here…and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, fall fashion favorites, Amazon finds and more! Happy shopping!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

September 30, 2021

Current Crushes!

September 30, 2021/ Gen Sohr

Sarah Flint, designer of super comfortable and stylish shoes, has now delighted us with the launch of her new tabletop collection…we’re so smitten with the prints on these napkins, tablecloths and placemats for fall gatherings! In case you missed it, we just covered so many more exciting new releases in Monday’s blog post… click here to read about all of the latest debuts! Serena & Lily’s Fall Design Event is still going on through the weekend, and you don’t to miss this chance to take 20% off everything! Not sure where to begin? Start with a look at some of our favorites like this rattan bed, these embroidered sheets and this pretty pillow, and then see how we styled them all together here! Another great opportunity for an interiors update is happening at Ballard Designs, where select decor is up to 20% off until Monday night (check out this block print lampshade, this scallop-edge mirror and this geometric sisal rug!). If you’ve been eyeing a designer piece from your favorite department store, now’s the time snap it up at 25% off during the Saks, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf’s friends and family sales (some exclusions apply, but most new arrivals are included!). A lot of fresh styles joined the fall lineup at J.Crew this week (we love all of the fun colors!) and so many are already on sale…you can take up to 40% off fall essentials like this puffer in our favorite orangey-red, this sunny cable-knit sweater and this paisley top! Today at Ann Taylor, use code TOPS40 for 40% off tops and sweaters, score select full-price shoes for just $75 and enjoy an extra 40-60% off of sale styles.

Creative Club Besties, have you received your September Happy Mail boxes yet?! When you do we can’t wait to see, so be sure to tag us and all of the brands when sharing snaps of your goodies! While we’re (literally!) wrapping up the October boxes, there’s still time to claim one of the remaining spots…take a peek at the contents and then get signed up here!

Looking for more of our favorites? You see can our party-ready looks here, bedding and bath must-haves here, and our stylish steals for your home here…and don’t forget to visit our Shop Favorites page where we add all of our current obsessions like our vintage wishlist, fall fashion favorites, Amazon finds and more! Happy shopping!