Check, Please!

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utensil set holder (used as a vase) / herb pot (used as a cup) / tray / tumbler (used as a makeup brush holder)

Hi friends! We just can’t resist a graphic check print, whether it’s around the house or in our wardrobe, and we’re sharing all our latest favorites with you today! We’re especially excited about the relaunch of MacKenzie-Childs’ Courtly Check collection, which was inspired by the distinctive black and white floors of Westminster Abbey. We worked these fun pieces into springtime updates of both our bathroom vanity and kitchen – who says organization can’t be beautiful?!

herb pot (used as a cup) / tray

We always adore a happy pattern and Courtly Check’s black and white check is so classic and versatile…it really works in virtually any space! We also love that so many of the styles can do double-duty – we even used the kitchen utensil holder as a vase on the bathroom vanity and the wine cooler as a plant pot in the living room! Right now you can use the code ‘GEN15’ for 15% off of your MacKenzie-Childs purchases through 8am CT on 4/14/23, so it’s the perfect time to snap up all of your favorites!

Mixing Courtly Check pieces into our open kitchen storage was such a quick and easy way to refresh the look of the whole space. These statement serving pieces will be the perfect addition to upcoming spring and summer dinner parties!

wine cooler (used as a plant pot)

We’re sharing more of our favorite MacKenzie-Childs checked pieces below, as well as a few fashion finds that we’re eyeing right now!

Post sponsored by MacKenzie-Childs / Photography by Jessica Amerson

Don't Miss These Deals!

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Hi friends! We know you love a great deal as much as us, so we’re sharing the scoop on our latest sale finds that you won’t want to miss! We’re eyeing the prettiest bedding and pillows at Serena & Lily, which are all 25% off today when you use the code SOFTSPOT at checkout, plus you can get ready for patio season with special prices plus free shipping on pieces like our favorite outdoor sofa and matching chairs! Many new spring styles are up to 50% off at J.Crew right now, and you can take an extra 30% off of sale items with the code SHOPNOW…we’re loving this eyelet detail top, these slingback flats and this smocked-waist dress, and be sure to snap up our new go-to striped button up for just $46! Lots of our favorite styles are 20% off and ship free today at Ballard Designs, like these rattan side chairs, these pleated lampshades and this charming garden trellis, and be sure to take advantage of 25% off of select styles at Amanda Lindroth like these scalloped baskets, this rattan tray and this beverage cooler that will be perfect for outdoor entertaining.

Happy shopping!

Main image via Serena & Lily

Desk Organization, But Make It Pretty!

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Hi friends! Springtime always spurs the motivation to organize, and right now we’re sprucing up our work space with the perfect finds to keep us feeling happy and inspired every day! You can click or tap on each item in the collage above for all of the product details!

We’re also snapping up spring wardrobe staples now that temperatures are finally warming up. We’ve got our eye on so many new J.Crew styles that are up to 40% off this weekend with the code SPRING…don’t miss this Liberty-print dress, this striped cutout detail swimsuit (love the button detail on the shoulder!) and this gingham puff-sleeve dress, and you can see even more of our J.Crew springtime favorites (including our new go-to outfit) by clicking here! Sunny days on the horizon also means more time on the patio, and Serena & Lily’s amazing outdoor furniture and accessories are on sale for a limited time…you won’t want to miss pieces like these classic armchairs, this stone dining table and our favorite outdoor sofa!

If you haven’t checked out this week’s current crushes round up be sure to to take a peek here, and you can always find more of our latest must-haves over on our ‘Shop Favorites’ page. Have a wonderful weekend!

Spring Capsule Wardrobe!

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Hi friends! We love planning out a capsule wardrobe at the beginning of each season…it makes getting dressed every day so much simpler, and it’s super helpful when packing for trips (especially if you’re traveling with just a carry-on like we do!). Right now we’re especially taken with chino separates that can be mixed and matched into so many different looks, and this J.Crew blazer, high-rise short and pleated skirt are quickly becoming staple pieces for spring. Even better, so many of our newest favorites are 40% off today! We love chino pieces paired with crisp white as well as prints like blue and white stripes or this fun paisley. We then layer in great accessories like a versatile bag (we adore this raffia detail tote for a larger daytime bag and this envelope style for a smaller crossbody or evening option), and we’re always keeping an eye out for investment bags, jewelry and watches at a discount on the Real Real site…these are pieces we know we’ll wear for many years to come. Below we’ve rounded up the latest finds we’re eyeing right now, and you can take a peek at more of our spring must-haves here and here. Happy shopping!

Main image via J.Crew

Current Crushes!

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Hi friends! We’re back with our latest round up of crushes — just click or tap directly on the items above or in the gallery below for all of the details! We’re finding so many spring must-haves right now at J.Crew, and this week you can use the code SPRING to save 40% on favorites like this smocked puff-sleeve top, these patent leather sandals, this pretty paisley dress and our new go-to white jeans! The Serena & Lily warehouse sale is under way, with up to 70% off pieces like this woven stool, these gingham linen sheets and this striped rug, and you can use the code SPRING25 for 25% off many styles at Amanda Lindroth like this rattan beverage cooler, these striped pillow covers and these darling orchid baskets that are so great for gifting. Happy shopping!

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