Weekend Wish List

Mint Green Athletic Dress// Floral Athletic Dress// Crochet Dress

Fringe Scarf// Nude Sandals// Blue Earrings

Bracelets// Pink Clutch // Canvas and Leather Tote// Hand Cream Gift Set

Some items of note... 

- I love the print and colors of this Floral Athletic Dress. As much as I love a simple, solid colored athletic dress, I think something like this is fun and different! 

- These Bracelets are currently on sale for $10! I love bracelets like these to stack with a swimsuit or to bring on vacation! 

- This Hand Cream Gift Set would make for a lovely Mother's Day gift. I have this and love the chic little dispenser, and the hand cream contains retinol for anti-aging. 

- I cannot stop thinking about this Fringe Scarf!!! I've always admired the Hermes fringe scarf they release every so often, but it's priced well beyond what I would ever spend on a scarf. This one is still pricey, but a fraction of what the Hermes scarf would cost!

 

Linen Pants// Green Bracelet// Pleated Sleeveless Top// Green Printed Tank + Pants

Beaded Sailboat Bag// Face Serum

Crochet Dress

Blue and White Printed Pants// Lobster Sandals// Mini Tote Crossbody

Some items of note... 

- I have these Linen Pants in the black original fabric, and now that they come in linen, I think I need them. I love the fit and how comfortable they are! I'm picturing these pants paired with the Pleated Sleeveless Top I also featured. Such a cute and simple summer outfit! 

- I was recently sent this Face Serum in a PR package, and it's pricey, and unfortunately, really good. Though anything Obagi makes is good... I've never tried a product I didn't like! My code SUMMERWIND should work on this. You may also want to check code OBAGI 25, which might be a better discount if it's still active! 

- How fun are these Lobster Sandals?! Beaded pieces are really having a moment right now, and I love that there are a few different designs/colors in these sandals. 

- This Crochet Dress is the perfect vacation dress because you can wear it to dinner one night and then repurpose it the next day as a swimsuit cover-up! 

See last week's Weekend Wish List, here!

For your weekend reading, here are blog posts you may have missed from this week:

- Mother's Day Gift Guide

- Under $100 Classic Wardrobe Staple

- Lately

You can find me on ShopMy, where I link all of my outfits, favorite finds, home decor, beauty, and more! I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also follow me on the LTK app. Plus, you are able to access all of my posts, here, on my website! 

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Lately

The most beautiful belated birthday flowers from my ShopMy manager! I was shocked!

 

Sweatshirt weather, and this one is on sale! I always get asked about this mug, too, and we got it on Nantucket several years ago from 'Cold Noses'- we got the dog water bowl, too! So cute. 

I hope you are all having a wonderful week! This is the first totally normal week I've had since early February, which is wild to say! I had no important meetings, weeknight social plans, travel, etc. It was just a regular week where I worked, worked out, walked Henry, cooked dinners with my husband at home, and went to bed early-ish. It was *bliss*, let me tell you! I even had time to catch up on some of the TV I haven't watched in a while, glorious! It was a very good reminder of just how lovely the mundane things of daily life can be! 

I loved having more downtime than usual, which enabled me to spend more time browsing, so the finds are really good in today's 'wanting' section and tomorrow's weekend wish list! 

I'm going to a fundraiser luncheon this weekend, and my aunt and uncle's annual derby party/my cousin's birthday party. Both events are always so much fun, though sadly, the weather doesn't look like it will be! It will definitely put a damper on my outfit selection, but oh well. 

I mentioned that last week/weekend, Pittsburgh held the NFL Draft. It was so fun to go downtown and check it all out. We went down on Thursday afternoon and walked all over the North Shore to see everything, then made it over to Market Square and walked downtown for a bit. We were there for 6ish hours, and 15,000 steps later, we didn't even make it to The Point, where there was more going on. We also didn't stay for the actual draft, which I was glad about. It got super crowded just as we were leaving. As someone who isn't super into football as a whole, but rather just a Steelers fan, there was so much to do and see- much more than expected. The weather could not have been more perfect. I'm a Danny Tanner/Monica Geller at heart, and I was so impressed at how clean and tidy everything looked. It is definitely not always so clean. I'm hoping the city can keep it up now that the draft has left! 

We ended up at our friend's house for a little BBQ. They live on the North Side, and it was so fun to be able to sit on their rooftop deck and hear/see parts of the draft from that spot. We hung out with some other friends the following night for another BBQ. I've had my fix of hamburgers and hot dogs for a while, ha! 

Similar Zip Up Jacket (mine is a few years old)// Shorts (under $100 with 4.5" inseam)

Dress// Necklace

Necklace// Top// Shorts

Sweater// Jeans

Wearing: The weather has been all over the place lately. Some days, it's warm and sunny, almost like summer, but then the next day, it's 50 degrees and raining. It's hard to dress for these kinds of swings! However, I love wearing a sweater/sweatshirt, so I am not complaining! 

You can find me on ShopMy, where I link all of my outfits, favorite finds, home decor, beauty, and more! I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also follow me on the LTK app. Plus, you are able to access all of my posts, here, on my website! 

Eating: I love sriracha soooo much. I especially love it on hard-boiled eggs and cottage cheese. Have you all tried the Trader Joe's sriracha? I think it is better than the actual brand name- it has a more garlicky flavor. 

Sale: JA has a very good sale section worth browsing! Code QUEEN20 on BonBon's site, May 1-10, gives you 20% off. If you know a mother in your life who loves gummies (mine doesn't), this would make such a cute little gift. I love gummies and love to treat myself to them from time to time. Randomly stumbled upon these blue and white napkins on clearance for under $30!  

Watching: It's fun to see the Five-Star Weekend trailer! 

Listening: It's embarrassing how often I listen to this Sax and Trumpet Jazz playlist that I made a few years ago. It's the perfect background music! 

Loving: It's unfortunate, because this serum is pricey, but goodness, I am loving it. 

Wanting: These shorts are the perfect shade of pink and also have a lovely print. They would look great styled with a white linen button-down. This pink dress is a fabulous option for a wedding guest! I love this punchy green color, so fun as a sweatshirt! A new French skincare brand that has piqued my interest! Headed on a European summer vacation? This dress is perfect! This scarf is pricey, but I think I am going to treat myself to it. It's so unique and fabulous and gives Hermes vibes for nearly 1/4 of the cost! Every single print/colorway is so good, the hard part is choosing! This collared pullover is giving Ralph Lauren vibes for much less! Looks so cozy. Love the open back on this dress. A classic wardrobe staple, with some unique details. I love the texture of this sweater, especially the navy and passion fruit colors. I love this hand lotion and especially the dispenser. It now comes in a pearl dispenser, and it would make a thoughtful Mother's Day gift. Fringe is really having a moment, and this dress is fabulous! This set is beautiful and at a great price point. This top is giving Pucci vibes, thankfully, a lot less costly! The prettiest pajama set. This dress is pricey, but adorable! This cardigan now comes in the prettiest shade of green. Such a fun and vibrant dress! I would wear this dress as a swimsuit cover-up, too! A cute textured white dress. This dress just screams 'wedding guest in Italy' to me! A cuff bracelet that will add a punch of color to any spring/summer outfit. Fun and festive beaded lobster sandals perfect for an East Coast summer! A timeless raffia tote with leather details to carry now and 10 years from now. Precious berry bowls! Classic blue-and-white striped lounge shorts. A simple gingham sundress to throw on and look polished! After falling in love with these pants this winter, I want to try the linen version! The prettiest activewear dress I've seen in a long time! A cute and simple cropped (but not too cropped) crewneck sweatshirt. The cut and color of this athletic dress is summertime perfection! These lounge pants look so comfortable and are very 'in' right now. Every time I see a pair of khaki pleated shorts, I think of Diane Keaton in Father of the Bride II, and these are so good. 

Pittsburgh: A few snaps from around the NFL Draft! Pittsburgh was showing off, that's for sure! 

Amazon Rec: I love this activewear brand and just ordered this sports bra to try! 

You can find more of my Amazon favorites, here on my Amazon page where I am constantly updating it with all of my finds and top picks from home, beauty, fashion, and more!

Traveling: My mom, sister, and I are headed to Italy in September, mainly Sicily, so if you have any recs, I'd love to hear them! My mom's side of the family (mom's mom) is from Sicily, so I am excited to visit! 

Quoting: 'You don't learn to swim by reading about water.' // See more of my favorites, here.

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Classic Warm Weather Closet Staple

shorts

shorts (under $100)

I've talked about these shorts many times over the last several years, and thankfully, they are back again for another year! They are easily among the most-worn pieces in my summer wardrobe. I have collected a few colors over the years, but I wear the white pair most. 

They are 100% linen with an elastic waist and a 3" inseam. The fit is loose and incredibly comfortable. They seemingly pair with everything. I can't even imagine how many times I've worn these shorts! I wear a size small and am usually a small/size 4 in shorts like this!

I thought I would show you the many ways I have styled these shorts to give you some ideas and to illustrate the endless ways these can be worn! I have washed them over and over, and they have held up perfectly. 

You can find me on ShopMy, where I link all of my outfits, favorite finds, home decor, beauty, and more! I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also follow me on the LTK app. Plus, you are able to access all of my posts, here, on my website! 

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Mother's Day Gift Guide

Cashmere Wrap// Olaplex// Striped Pajama Set

Perfume// Slippers// Birthstone Earrings

Pullover + Skort// Robe// Leather Tote

Can you believe we are nearing Mother's Day?! This year, it is on Sunday, May 10th, so you have about 2 weeks to prepare! 

I love my mom so much; she deserves the world. All moms do!! She is truly the best, and I do not take one day with her for granted. She is so supportive, loving, and wonderful. My biggest hope is that she always knows how much she is appreciated. One of the best things you can give anyone is your appreciation. Let it be known and celebrated! 

Experiences are also so special, and a great option if the recipient is picky or already has too much 'stuff'. I listed a few ideas at the end of this post! As I get older, I realize time is so fleeting. Time together with your mom is truly the best gift you can give each other. I love to go on trips with my mom. If you are able to, don't wait and just plan it! It doesn't have to be lavish; it could even be just a fun staycation. 

However, I am a gift giver, and there is nothing better than giving gifts to my mom! This gift guide is filled with so many of my favorite things, some of which I have gifted to her. When shopping for my mom, I especially like to treat her to little luxuries she might not buy for herself. 

If you want recommendations straight from my mom, she did a great gift guide for the holidays that you can find, here!

Cashmere Wrap// This always makes it into my gift guides. It's the *perfect* gift because you can never have too many. I have 2, but am always eyeing another color! 

Olaplex// This is my mom's #1 favorite hair product. She has very curly hair that can get frizzy, which makes her curls look smooth and moisturized. It's not just for curly hair, but it works SO well on her hair.

Striped Pajama Set// Similar to a cashmere wrap, you can never go wrong with a cute matching pajama set. I try to look for 100% natural fibers, and I personally prefer cotton. I just love the Pima fabric because it is so soft, but really, anything from Lake is a win! 

Perfume// This is my favorite perfume. I wear it often and always get asked what it is! It's very pricey, so it makes a special gift. 

Slippers// These slippers are terry and washable. As someone with very high arches, I really love the support!

Birthstone Earrings// These come in so many colors, it would be fun to gift a child's birthstone to a new mom! 

Pullover + Skort// I don't know about you, but I always feel like I have it together when I'm wearing athletic clothes that match. The perfect for a mom with small children who is always on the go. 

Robe// I have a similar robe from the same brand and wear it all the time. I think a robe is always such a nice gift, especially a luxurious one like this, which you can monogram! 

Leather Tote// This gorgeous tote holds so much and looks much higher end than the price tag suggests! 

Face Cream// Suede Handbag// Candle

Diamond Bracelet// Pinky Ring// Manicure Set

Crystal Martini Glasses// Framed Photo// Coffee Maker

Face Cream// This face cream is pricey, but it is one of the best skincare products I have ever used. Moms do so much and deserve time for a little self-care! 

Suede Handbag// Ok, this was a selfish add-on on my part, as I have been eyeing this bag! It's such a fun color and a beautiful, timeless shape. 

Candle// The most wonderful smelling candle that smells so warm and cozy, but fresh, too. A good under $100 option. 

Diamond Bracelet// This is the perfect dainty piece to wear daily. It's special but subtle. 

Pinky Ring// I love a pinky ring. It's so chic, and this one is the perfect scale for under $500. 

Manicure Set// I love this nail polish brand. The polish is so shiny, dries quicker than any polish I've used, and self-levels. It makes painting my nails headache-free. A little at-home pamper moment, especially perfect for the mom who may not have time to visit the salon.  

Crystal Martini Glasses// A fabulous glass for a fabulous mom! 

Framed Photo// I think a framed photo is such a wonderful way to highlight a special memory. I especially think this is a great idea for a grandma! 

Coffee Maker// I did a full review of this coffee maker, and I still to love it. As someone who really loves drip coffee, this is one of the best coffee makers for that! I think a high-quality machine is the gift that keeps on giving!

Experiences:

- Spa Day/Massage

- Facial Treatment (laser, microneedling, etc.)

- Manicure/Pedicure

- Overnight/Weekend Getaway 

- Afternoon at the garden center or whatever her hobby may be (golf, tennis, needlepointing, etc.)

- Dinner and a fun night out (see a show, comedy performance, concert, etc.)

- Hire a service for cleaning, landscaping, a nanny, a car detailer, etc. 

- A nice bottle of her favorite wine

- Afternoon tea at a nice restaurant/hotel! 

You can find me on ShopMy, where I link all of my outfits, favorite finds, home decor, beauty, and more! I am constantly updating it with the latest! You can also follow me on the LTK app. Plus, you are able to access all of my posts, here, on my website! 

This content may contain affiliate links; when you click the link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission (at no cost to you).