Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Weekend Shopping

 Is there anything better than at the end of a long week than leisurely weekend morning, snuggled up in a warm bed, browsing the internet for your next great find? I usually share a ‘Weekend Shopping’ post on my LTK and Instagram stories but thought I would start sharing them on here as well.

This year has been such a blur this year, and I seriously cannot believe how fast the summer is sailing by. Personally, I am loving the color pallet most brands seem to be gravitating towards this season. All the styles just make for such an easy, beautiful classic look!

One// Jade Terrace Cotton Linen Payton Wrap Skirt

Tuckernuck is seriously bringing their A game this summer. I love everything about this skirt and it would be so perfect paired with a sweater when the weather starts to cool down

Two// Sage Seersucker Gingham Royal Shirt Dress

I have this dress in two other colors, and the style is so timeless. It does run slightly large, so if you are between sizes I would definitely recommend sizing down

Three// Green Stone Washed Cotton Anne Crewneck Sweater

I feel like this sweater just scream East Coast Summer… seriously why do Southern summers have to be so hot… weather aside, I love everything about this sweater

Four// The Tessa One Piece

Hill House is another company that is totally winning the summer collection game! I have a suit of theirs from a few summers ago, and it is so flattering! The one I have does run a little on the small side, so if you are on the fence, I would go up one size

Five// Cooper Cardigan

Jenni Kayne sweaters are such an investment piece that you will have for years to come. Honestly, hands down, their sweaters are my favorite

Five// Pretty Delicious Cookbook

I love to cook; it such a great way for me to just zone out and this cookbook really does look pretty delicious…

Six// Classic Bamboo Side Plate

Who wouldn’t love this plate – practical and beautiful!

Seven// Ribbon Bow Bag

It has a bow…need I say more?

Eight// Sarah Flint Block Heel

I actually have this Heel in multiple colors… it is so comfortable and just such a great classic shoe to have on hand. Use code SARAHFLINT-LAUREN-15 for 15% off

Nine// Krewe Sunglasses

Krewe has become one of my favorite sunglass companies over the years. I love their take on classic styles and their glasses are just timeless

Ten// Seaport Pencil Tray

I honestly wish I could hop into this tray and sail away…

Eleven// Luica Short

I really appreciate how J. Crew is leaning towards designs that mimic some of their things from decades ago. These shorts are such a win

Twelve// La Roche – Posay Double Repair Face Moisturizer with SPF30

I am all about any face cream with SPF and this is honestly just such a great brand!

Thriteen// Loffler Randall Sandal

Theses sandals are just timeless and would be so easy to dress up or down



Saturday, July 5, 2025

Link I'm Loving

It is so hard to believe that the year is a little more than halfway over! I really try to soak in time and not rush things along, because the older I get the more time seems to slip by (hopefully it will slow down eventually). Anyhow, here are a few links I am loving from this week!  

One// The 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century

I feel like it is always so hard to think of a good movie to watch… the New York Times recently put together a list of the top 100 movies of the 21st century… and there are some really great ones listed and some I probably will never watch (to be honest)… but if you are in search of a movie, you should check this list out!

Two// Baddie Betty

This is one of my new favorite Instagram accounts. Baddie Betty is endlessly entertaining and actually gives pretty good advice (for the most part) in a very comical way

Three// 12 Books to Help You Love Reading Again

So far this year, most of the books I have read are books that I have listened to on audible. This article was stood out to me because I feel like I really need to get back in the habit of reading physical books…

Four// Hill House Fourth of July Sale

Is there anything better than a Hill House Sale?! Their summer collections have just been so perfect, and I absolutely love the new silhouettes and prints they have come out with.

Five// Claire Saffitz Tokyo Bananas 

I have been such a fan of Clair Saffitz since she first started out in the BA test kitchen. Per usual, this is such a fun watch

Fourth of July Sales

 We have finally made to the most iconic long weekend of summer! I am always amazed by how fast the first half of the year passes by. There are always so many holidays and events, and it seems like time just passes by like sand through a sift. One of the best parts of any long weekend is being able to shop all your favorite sales from the comfort of your own bed! So… here is a round-up of all my favorite sales! Wishing all a wonderful and relaxing weekend!

Abercrombie// Up to 50% off select styles, plus, and extra 20% off all clearence

Ann Taylor// 50% off everything

Anthropologie// Extra 50% off sale and 40% off furniture, décor, candles, bedding, etc

Barrington Gifts// 15% off with code YAYUSA

Bergdorf Goodman// Extra 25% off sale

Caban Life// Extra 50% off sale style and you can use code: LAUREN15 for 15% off all non-sale items

Club Monaco// 30% off everything

Hill House Home// 20% off select items with code HAPPY4TH

J. Crew// Up to extra 70% off sale items with code: EXTRA and up to 40% off cashmere

J. Crew Factory// 40%-70% off everything

Jenni Kayne// $100 off the Chloe Sweater

Kiel James Patrick// 25% off sitewide

Madewell// Up to 70% off sale

Margaux// Save up to 65% 

One Kings Lane// Up to 50% off sitewide + extra 10% off on orders over $700 with code: JULY10

Pottery Barn// Extra 20% off select sale & clearence

Rag & Bone// 25% off sitewide

Saks Fifth Avenue// Designer Sale up to 60% off

Sarah Flint// 25% off sitewide with code JULY4TH and you can use code: SARAHFLINT-LAUREN-15 for 15% off your first Sarah Flint purchase 

Sephora// Up to 50% off

Talbots// 40% off entire site

Veronica Beard// Extra 20% off sale items with code: FIREWORKS2025

Vineyard Vines// 30% off almost everything with code BIGSALE

West Elm// Up to 60% off

Williams Sonoma// Up to 75% off

Thursday, July 3, 2025

June Reading List

 I have become such a fan of audible this year – it is truly a great way to read all the books you have been wanting to read, even during those busy periods in your life. 

I love how books can be such an escape from reality and just a really great way to decompress at the end of the day. Probably an unpopular opinion, but I would so much rather read a book than watch a tv show, plus, lets be honest, it is so hard to find a good tv show and so easy to find a good book. If you are looking for a good summer read… here are a few of my most recent reads!

One// Great Big Beautiful Life, by Emily Henry

I have hear so many wonderful things about Emily Henry books, and I am so glad that I finally read one. I love the twist and turn of this book, and of course the inevitable love story. A beautifully written story.

Two// Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby

I have always loved the cover of this book, and it has been on my list of books to read for the past few summers, but I have put off reading it because of the reviews I have heard in my personal circle (very mixed). I have to say, I absolutely loved this book! Just the creative and the storyline is so beautiful. Highly recommend 

Three// All That Life Can Afford, by Emily Everett

This is the type of book that will keep you turning pages and one that you will not want to see end. The journey the main character, Anna, goes on has so many ups and downs. Whether in middle school or sometime during adulthood, I think it is safe to say that we have all been in a position when we have tried to become something we think we should in order to fit into a certain group of people or a certain situation. Anna take this to an entirely different level, but still in a completely relatable way that will keep you turning the pages. 



Tuesday, July 1, 2025

July Goals

 The past year has been crazy… I have had so many obligations in conjunction with my normal obligations that at times things have just felt really, really overwhelming. I think it is fair to say that everyone goes through seasons when the have more going on than other times. I have to admit though, I strongly dislike the feeling of constantly being pulled on… and I am the type of person that feels guilty telling people no when they something… It’s honestly been a pretty stressful year so far.

I thought it would be a good idea to start making a list of goals each month to help me keep in mind what I need to do and prioritize myself a little better. So… here are my goals for July!

Write a blog post everyday

Workout at least three times a week

Read for at least 30 minutes before bed

Stop using my phone at least 10 minutes before I go to bed (so guilty of getting caught in the scroll trap)

Make time to do more things I love

Eat healthier

Do yoga at least twice a week

Journal consistently

Be more consistent in everything I do

Be more organized and write things down in my planner (really does make such a difference)

Stop streaming shows before bed

Prioritize myself

Would love to hear what your monthly goals are!