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Everlane gives back
Happy Friday, you guys. We hope that you had a sweet Thanksgiving day yesterday, enjoying it with loved ones over good conversation and yummy comfort food.
As we all know, today is black friday and there are many amazing deals to be had. It's no secret that today and Cyber Monday are both great times to get going on that Christmas gifting list.
We were so excited to hear that Everlane is using today as a way to give back to the people in their factory in Vietnam. A few years ago Everlane started their 'Black Friday Fund' where they use the profits made that day and put them toward helping the workers at one of their factories in some way.
This year, they plan to give helmets to 8,000 workers in the factory that they use in Vietnam. Having a safe helmet is unfortunately not common in Vietnam, even though traveling by moped is extremely common. 35 million people travel by moped every day in Vietnam, but less than 20% do so with a safe helmet. This is clearly a very alarming statistic, so Everlane is doing something about it.
Shop at Everlane today and help them reach their goal and give 8,000 workers in the Vietnam factory a safe helmet. How amazing is that? Just by shopping on their site today you can be part of their incredible mission.
Below are our favorites and thank you, Everlane, for being so incredible.
This gorgeous sweater
These classy black pants
This cool bomber
These leather shoes
A chic sleeveless turtleneck
A stylish ribbed dress
This timeless coat
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image via Everlane
thankful for the love
This Thanksgiving we are feeling extra thankful for love- the unending love from the Lord, love for one another, love for life’s sweetest moments, and love for everyday moments as well. We will definitely be counting our blessings all day long and we hope you will join us.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever” Psalm 107:1
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the outfit:
cape jacket // from anthropologie
sunnies // (c/o)
denim // love levi's
top // actually a bodysuit
belt // western inspired
shoes // under $100
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images by felicia lasala
slow cooked scrambled eggs with turmeric and cilantro
These slow-cooked scrambled eggs are dangerously good. I make these on saturday and/or sunday mornings at the farm with with toast and bacon for Hamilton, and a croissant for me. I cook these eggs in butter (in a cast iron skillet) as a weekend treat, and I think the butter is part of the reason why they are so good! Shocker, right? The other secret is low heat for a longer amount of time- that really makes a big difference.
ingredients //
4 -6 eggs
Butter
Turmeric
Cliantro
steps //
-Crack eggs and whisk them up in a bowl
-Heat butter over low heat in a skillet
-Pour the eggs in and be patient! Cooking over low heat is key
-Lightly scramble as they begin to cook
-It will take about four-five minutes total
-Remove from heat when they are about 90% done and put on a plate ASAP
-Sprinkle turmeric and cilantro on top
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morning routine + favorite bomber
the outfit: bomber (c/o) | skirt (c/o) | tank | sunnies (c/o)
shoes c/o (here, too) | necklace c/o (here, too)
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Hey guys! Lo and I both love our mornings, but spend them pretty differently. I live by myself in a one-bedroom apartment in Annapolis, MD and Lo obviously lives in LA with her husband, Jason! Below we are sharing a few details on a typical weekday morning for each of us.
lo
I really love mornings because I usually get up a little bit before Jase, so I have that peaceful alone time to go in my favorite chair in my office and read and maybe start a few emails if the time allows! Then I go into the kitchen to make a lemon water and our morning smoothies! By this time, Jase is usually awake, so we chat and snuggle and get ready for the day together!
melis
Mornings are my favorite. During the week I wake up at 5:30am. I have coffee first thing and make my bed. Two days a week I go to yoga at 6:15 and on the three days that I don’t, I go down to my apartment gym around 7 for 20-30 minutes. On gym days, I blog from 6-7am. I have to leave for work at 8:30, so I use the remaining time to shower, get ready, and make lunch and breakfast. It sounds like a lot, but somehow it all gets done and I feel super productive by the time I leave for work!
how do you spend your mornings? let us know in the comments below.
*images by felicia lasala
melissa's love for decluttering
I am crazy for decluttering. The farmhouse, my apartment, my wardrobe, my desk at work, my email inbox, photos on my phone, the kitchen pantry, the refrigerator, my handbag, my wallet, drawers at home and at work, my car, and so on. It's pretty amazing how a neat and tidy space translates (for me at least) to a peaceful heart and calm state of mind. Call me a neat freak, but one of my favorite things to do is declutter a space and organize it, because I know how good it feels after it is done.
I love clothes and home decor, but I definitely tend to lean toward the minimalism side of things. I have not and probably never will implement a capsule wardrobe, but I do fully believe in only owning things that you love and wear. If you live by that motto, only owning things you love, the number of things you own will definitely stay pretty tight. What to do with the rest? Consign it or donate it!
We've all heard it before and it's definitely true- owning less things makes life easier. Another mantra that I love is appreciate more, accumulate less. I have trained myself to keep this in mind before making purchases and it definitely helps reign in my shopping bug in at times. Another thing to consider if you want to lighten your load is to be creative when it comes to clothes and possessions. Certain things can be used more than one way, which will lead to needing less. I read this article recently that I really love from becoming minimalist. It will inspire you to tackle a place that needs some decluttering love. Share your thoughts on decluttering and owning less in the comments below // xo
The New Revlon ColorStay™ Eye Collection and Kiss™ Balm
Check out these amazing new ColorStay ™ Eye Collection products, and the Revlon Kiss™ Balm while you are at it! The Revlon Kiss™ Balm keep your lips super hydrated and kissable as we move from fall into the cool temps. What I love most about the Kiss™ Balm: it is filled with SPF 20 and the hydrating formula is infused with natural fruit oils.I have never been a big cake-on-makeup kind of girl. I love the beach vibe, all natural kind of glow, so my daily makeup routine reflects just that - a little on the eyes, a touch of sunscreen-filled foundation, and a bit on the lips. My top priority, though, I must admit, is a good brow + popping the eye in the most natural sense.
I can't get enough of the Revlon ColorStay™ Eye Collection. The ColorStay™ Brow Pencil is longwearing and waterproof (yes, please!) + it has the most perfect blending spoolie brush. The unique angled tip allows for fast and easy brow definition, too.
The ColorStay 2-in- 1 Angled Kajal™ Liner makes the smoky liner application oh so easy and oh so natural with the angled liner and the brush used for blending. Did I mention it’s waterproof? So. Much. Love.
To make the set even better, the ColorStay™ Crème Eye Shadow is waterproof and lasts up to 24 hours. No joke. My favorite colors are the Praline (for a natural, bronzy look) and the Cherry Blossom for a blush tone. Not to mention, these are so easily blendable! It stays! The brilliance of it all: there is a brush built into the cap for fast, easy, and mess-free application.This post is sponsored by Revlon through their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write about Revlon, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
how to decorate for christmas.
I can hardly believe that big red bows and pretty green garland are already lining the streets of California, and houses are already bustling with Christmas tunes, pine candles, and glistening trees! Doesn't it seem to be starting extra early this year?I am kin of loving it.So I have to be honest. This year is our first year to fully decorate for the holidays. Our first Christmas was a few days after we returned from our honeymoon, and our house had about three pieces of furniture in it and definitely no Christmas decor! It gets better. Last year, I made the mistake of ordering a tree online, and even after measuring, it was tiny. Oopsies! We made it work, but this year, we are going full force, and I must admit, I didn't even know where to start. Something that should be fun and joyful made me entirely overwhelmed, so I decided to reach our to my favorite interior designers in Dallas.
Here are some holiday decorating tips from the Blue Print Interiors team. Let us know some tips and tricks from you too in the comment section below!
-Always get a fresh tree & wreaths (if you are not allergic). You can pick them up at Whole Foods or a local nursery!
-Be sure to water your tree every day – especially in the first week!
-If you have the space in your entry, that’s a great place for a tree!
-Add a smaller tree in another room with sterling silver ornaments or “collectible” ornaments.
-If you are using ribbon accents, it’s fun to use hot pink and apple green, as opposed to the traditional red and forest green.
-You don’t have to go with a theme, you can just pick pretty ornaments that you love!
-It is fun to start new family traditions as a young couple. For example, make it a point of always selecting and putting up your tree the day after Thanksgiving and taking down the day after Christmas.
-Make sure any vent blowing hot air nearby your tree is closed off. #fireprevention101
-A dated picture frame ornament is a fun keepsake gift to place pictures of lovebirds or little ones in.
-Fresh cedar garland draped over mantles and stair banisters always add a special beauty to the season as well as fresh square boxwood wreaths on the doors.
-Tall vases with branches or peonies are always a must on the mantles.
-Keeping it simple is key when a house can so quickly become overtaken with Christmas decorations.
-Most importantly don’t forget the reason for the season!
See some of my favorite Christmas decor below. Happy holiday season!
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photo from www.digsdigs.com
farmhouse kitchen inspo board
Hamilton and I are working on redoing the kitchen in his 1700's farmhouse and it's so much fun, as well as a lot of work. We are making progress though (with the help of an amazing kitchen designer) and hope to have it completed by end of March 2017. I will definitely be sharing before and after pictures, but above is the first before picture. That vintage rug will definitely be staying, but the stove, floors, and cabinets will be replaced. I am forever thankful for that amazing old stove though! We have cooked up so many meals on that stove and it is where I taught myself to cook, so it definitely holds a special place in my heart.
Below are inspiration images for now + a few things that I am loving from Williams -Sonoma. We are planning on wood floors, simple white cabinets, brass pulls and knobs, a custom made island, stools, marble counter tops, stainless steal appliances plus a few more special details like the vintage rug that is pictured above. As you can tell, the theme is very simple, neutral, timeless, casual and comfortable. We love having people over and look forward to making the kitchen a functional place, but also a place to hang out. We all know that somehow, people always end up in the kitchen over appetizers, wine, and good times. xo
*five inspo images are from Pinterest
favorite kitchen things from williams-sonoma:
fall dress + precious weekend time
The weekends are precious, you guys. Lo and I always look forward to them as I am sure do as well. It usually means more downtime, less work, more fun times with your friends and family, and quality time with your significant other. Weekends also allow more time for hobbies, errands, and things that you have been wanting to do, but didn't have time for during the week. Precious weekend time goes by fast though, and before you know it it's Monday morning once again. To savor weekend time as much as possible, we try to intentionally put away phones every now and again through out the weekend. This isn't a "rule" by any means and it's not 100% of the time, because phone calls with friends/family members, Instagram moments, and other iPhone things are fun and part of weekend life. However, putting the phone away does open up time to fully appreciate the moment, your surroundings, and the people in your life. Give it a try this coming weekend and let us know how it goes. For us, our minds, hearts, and eyes always love the break from screen time. Details for this fall dress look are below // xo meliss + lo
the outfit:
dress // same one in different color (c/o)
booties // on sale! (c/o)
sunnies // old
bag // (c/o)
similar sweater dresses: