Active Favorites!

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Hi friends! If you’re like us, back-to-school always feels like a fresh start and a great time to get back into the swing of things – including getting active! Having the right pieces to wear helps us stay motivated, so we’re stocking up on new activewear favorites like this super comfy and soft bra top and matching zip jacket (both are on sale today!), and cute shorts like these lined running shorts that come in lots of pretty colors, and these knit ones with pockets that are such a steal! We just got these running shoes and are loving them — they’re super lightweight and comfortable, and the pop of bright red makes us happy! Another must-have is a tote for carrying workout items that also doubles as an errand-ready carryall…right now we’re eyeing this luxe classic in yellow and blue. And of course don’t forget your sunscreen! We’re using and loving this new tinted SPF serum for our face and this super lightweight, fast-absorbing formula for all-over protection. We’re sharing lots of our latest active-ready finds in the gallery below and you can see more here on our Shop Favorites page!

Fall-ready J.Crew styles are 30% off today with the code ‘SHOPNOW’…we’re snapping up this cable-knit cardigan, this striped boatneck tee, and this Liberty-print windbreaker and matching sports top! Today is the last day to take advantage of 20% off of upholstered furniture at Serena & Lily and discounts up to 50% on their outdoor styles (including our favorite outdoor furniture collection!). Happy shopping!

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Current Crushes!

Hi friends! We’re excited to share our latest installment of color-happy crushes — just click or tap directly on the items above or in the gallery below for all of the details! We’re eyeing lots of new J.Crew finds today that are 30% off when you sign into your member account, as well as sale styles that are an additional 60% off when you use the code ‘SALETIME’…don’t miss this floral print midi dress, this strappy one-piece swimsuit, these metallic espadrilles and this raffia fringe miniskirt. Sunday is the last day of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and we especially love stocking up on all of the great beauty deals during the sale…you can check out our list of must-haves here! Serena & Lily’s beautiful upholstered furniture is 20% off right now with the code ‘BESPOKE’ and you can save up to 50% on their outdoor furniture, pillows, umbrellas and more! Use the code ‘STOCKUPSF’ today at Saks to save up to $300 off of many styles like these straight leg jeans, this bow-detail minidress, these gold platform sandals and this pretty shirtdress. Happy shopping!

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Sparkle & Metallic Must-Haves!

Hi friends! We loved this visual inspiration from our last newsletter so much that we decided it deserved an entire blog post! Right now we’re crushing on gold, silver and a bit of sparkle for fall, and not just for a night out! We adore a touch of sparkle or metallics used in unexpected ways for any occasion, like silver ballet flats paired with your favorite jeans, a cashmere sweater and a classic bone cuff. Or this sparkly sweater vest with worn-in khakis and gold jewelry. We’re very into tonal looks this season — think shades of denim and blue accented with silver accessories, or khaki and cream paired with gold.

You can save 30% today on lots of the newest J.Crew styles when you sign into your member account (or sign up for a free account here if you don’t have one yet)…our cart includes this classic chambray shirt, this pajama set, this striped poplin shirtdress and this chic boatneck tee. Serena & Lily outdoor styles are up to 50% off right now, so it’s the perfect time to snap up the outdoor furniture and accessories you’ve been eyeing (the quality is great so you’ll be able to enjoy them for many years to come!). The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ends Sunday, so be sure to stock up on our must-have beauty deals like this eyeshadow stick trio, this skincare set and this duo of our favorite eyeliners. Hunter Bell sale styles are an additional 20% off today when you use the code ‘SUMMERSALE’ at checkout…don’t miss this mixed stripe midi dress, this plaid smocked top and this tie-shoulder sundress in our favorite red. Happy shopping!

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Early Fall Favorites!

We love this time of year when early fall styles start rolling out…we’re ready for temperatures to start dropping so we can wear our latest favorites! It’s the perfect time to find your go-to jean silhouette that you’ll reach for all season; right now we’re loving classic French-girl styles like these cropped mid-rise jeans and this slightly darker wash in a more rigid denim. Add in a great bag (here’s our favorite source for splurge-worthy bags for less!) and pretty ballet flats to refresh the wardrobe classics that you already own.

Don’t miss an extra 50% off of lots of J.Crew sale styles today with the code ‘SHOPNOW’…we’re eyeing this floral-print dress, these metallic block-heel sandals, this striped button-up and this block-print skirt. Many of our favorite Pamela Munson bags are 30% off but the sale ends tonight so don’t sleep on picks like our go-to pearl and rattan clutch, this floral embroidered minaudière and this straw and leather tote. Have you been thinking about a design refresh? You can save 20% on Serena & Lily upholstered furniture right now with the code ‘BESPOKE,’ as well as up to 30% off on lighting favorites like this darling brass and rattan table lamp! There are just a few days left to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale…don’t miss out on our must-have beauty deals like this eyeshadow stick trio, this sunscreen, this luxe skincare set and this duo of our favorite eyeliners. Happy shopping!

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Current Crushes!

Hi friends! We’re excited to share our latest installment of color-happy crushes — just click or tap directly on the items above or in the gallery below for all of the details! If you haven’t checked out the Lake summer sale yet, don’t sleep on these amazing deals on the cutest pajamas, loungewear and dresses (see how we styled our new favorite Lake linen dress (that’s on sale today!) here). We’re still stocking up on great beauty deals at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale before our must-haves sell out, like this sunscreen, these eyeshadows and this rosy makeup set, and you can see more of our beauty sale picks here! Lighting is up to 30% off at Serena & Lily right now…we’re eyeing this new woven seagrass lamp, these pivoting arm sconces and this petite brass and rattan table lamp. You can save an extra 50% on many J.Crew sale styles today when you use the code ‘SHOPNOW’ – don’t miss this puff-sleeve floral dress, this bow-shoulder swimsuit, this block print top and the matching skirt! Lots of our favorite Pamela Munson bags are 30% off today with the code ‘SUMMER30,’ including our go-to pearl closure rattan clutch and this new straw and leather tote that we’re smitten with. Happy shopping!

P.S. Are you following Pencil & Paper Co. on the LikeToKnow.it app yet? If not, this is an easy way to shop all of our favorite finds, including additional app-exclusive content just for subscribers! Just sign up on your phone and you can get started right away!