Friday, March 27, 2026

Weekend Wish List

Some items of note... 

- This Blue and White Linen Coverup is so unique and luckily, on sale! 

- I've long admired these Destree bags. They're so fun. This Raffia Handbag is next level! 

- I think these Sage Green Pants are good Donni look for less! 

- This Cooler Backpack is one of the things I wish I had brought to Florida with me back in February and early March. We received one for our wedding and use it often. It's the perfect size for a picnic or several bottles of wine! 

Some items of note... 

Travel Dry Shampoo !!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you have never used this dry shampoo, you are missing out. It is the very best. But it comes in a tub that is not travel-friendly. I am so excited to see they made a travel version! 

- I think this  Scarab Ring would look so chic as a pinky ring! 

- An adorable Scalloped Beach Towel and even better, it can be monogrammed! 

- This Cashmere + Silk Scarf is a perfect Hermes look for less! 

- I ordered these Sandals and they are so much cuter than the photos! 


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




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Thursday, March 26, 2026

Lately

Handbag is Mark Cross, but this is a really good look for less!


I hope you are all having a wonderful week! I am down in Florida with my mom and a family friend who has a condo and was so generous to invite us down to have fun! I spent a lot of last week with my nose to the grindstone, working ahead so I could enjoy as much as possible while on this trip! 

I have so much going on right now socially, it's been hard to keep it all straight, and I mean that in the best way. I'm actually pretty proud of myself for how organized I've been, and on top of that, if not ahead of things. I just hope it can stay that way! 

I can't believe Easter is around the corner, and then we are off to San Francisco and Napa. My sister and brother-in-law just moved across the country to San Francisco, which is such a big move, and I am so excited for them. 

Though I will admit, I am very sad we can't drive to see them anymore... selfishly, I loved being able to bring Henry down with us when we visited them in North Carolina, and we loved having Bean (their pup) come home for the holidays and for lots of visits! My family is full of animal lovers, and I hope one day soon there will be more options for flying dogs/pets across the country. I've seen some dog-specific airlines popping up over the last several years, so it seems promising! 

Anyway, my husband and I will visit them, and then we'll all head to Napa to celebrate my birthday! I've only ever been to Napa once before, but I absolutely loved it. I'll be traveling to California more because of their move, which is fun! I am already planning another trip because we don't have time to visit Carmel while we will be there in April, and I have always wanted to visit Carmel! I can't wait to see their townhouse and new West Coast life! 

Do you all do a March Madness bracket? Some years, I get into it and others, not so much. I always fill out a bracket with my husband, and we make a fun/silly bet. This year, I've been into it! I started out doing so well and then in the later half of the second round, the wheels started to come off. But as someone who knows very little about college basketball, my early success got me excited, ha! 


Cardigan (use code SYDNEY15)// Linen Skirt// Espadrille Wedges// Pointelle Tee (only $12!)
Handbag is Mark Cross, but this is a really good look for less!

Wearing: Two outfits I wore before I left for Florida. One for Pilates and the other for a fun dinner out! 

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Eating: I got this Bragg Ginger and Sesame dressing at Whole Foods, and it is incredible. We typically make our own dressings and marinades, but this one tastes so fresh and bright. I love it. The ingredients are pretty 'clean' compared to most bottled dressings. 

The Capital Grille Wagyu and Wine menu is back! It's my absolute favorite burger. You have to get the Black Truffle and Blue Cheese option, as I think it's by far the best! They do it for a limited time, a few times per year, and I believe this goes through 4/19. It's truly such a treat, and it's a good deal, too. 

Drinking: This Charles Le Bel 1818 Brut is Billecart's lower-priced label, and it is so good. Billecart rosé is my all-time favorite, but it is so pricey! This is delicious, especially given the price! 

Reading: Just read about Reese Witherspoon's book picks and added them to my summer reading list! 
Sale: Dermstore just sent me this lip set, and you get 5 for $40 in this cute little case! My code SUMMERWIND doesn't work on this because it is already on sale (it's regularly $50), but if you need a last-minute Easter gift for a teen, this would be so cute to add to a basket! I love their 'best of' sets because they're a great way to try products at heavily discounted prices. 

My. J.McLaughlin code ends on Tuesday. It's SYDNEY15 for 15% off! Otherwise, I posted a list of my discount codes earlier this week that you can check out! 

Watching:
 Did you all see Elin Hilderbrand's Instagram post about Five Star Weekend becoming a show in July on Peacock? I'm marking my calendar! I read the book and enjoyed it! I am not into celebrities, and 90% of the time, I wouldn't even know if one walked right past me. But last summer, I was at Gaslight on Nantucket, and I spotted Elin Hilderbrand from across the bar! It was a fun moment! 

Loving: I started looking for something to combat humidity after noticing in Florida this past February that my hair just wasn’t holding up and kept getting frizzy. I've used other products before, but wanted to try something new. This spray has been a good find. I lightly mist it onto towel-dried hair, comb it through, and then blow-dry. It helps seal everything in and keeps my hair smooth. I love that you can't tell that I sprayed anything in it. It doesn't completely get rid of the frizz, but so far, I have been pleased with how it has helped my hair be less frizzy in the humidity. 

Wanting:
This is such a cute canvas tote bag, and I love the monogram options. A classic cashmere collared sweater under $100. These are supposed to be 'spring' ballet flats, but I love this color so much for fall. I'm considering them. I have wanted a quilted pair of Chanel flats for ages! These are cute pool shoes. I have a Waterhog mat at my back door for the winter, but want to get a 'regular' rug for the spring/summer. I am really loving this one, especially because it can be tossed in the wash! I also really like this one, which is a bit more neutral. Love this shimmery swimsuit. I love a halter top to go with skirts, and this one is perfect. Pretty eyelet detailing on this sundress. Love the color of this sun hat. When we were at the beach a few weeks ago, we saw many women in swim dresses. My mom liked the look, so I have kept my eyes peeled for cute options. I stumbled upon this one and sent her the link because it's adorable and a great price! This dress is very Ralph Lauren, but for a lot less! This coat is out of my price range, but wow, I love it! These men's shorts are not for everyone, but my goodness, I absolutely love them! My code SYDNEY15 should work on these! Wow, this blue-and-white jacket is so pretty, and what a great price, too! This rollneck bear sweater is too good. This is such a fun dress for a tropical vacation. I am sooooo excited to see that this dry shampoo now comes in a travel size!!! It's the best dry shampoo EVER. Such a stunning black tie spring/summer dress! A cute mirror for a cottage-style home. I wouldn't normally go for a long brown dress, but this is stunning! 

Pittsburgh: I love Lent because of all of the fish fry options! We got this from Rival, a restaurant in Bridgeville, and it was really good. It had a nice, light beer batter, and the fish was so moist and tender. I loved the coleslaw, too. I wasn't wild about the fries, though. 

Amazon Rec: I just got both of these sandals and am choosing between them! I think they're so cute to pair with swimsuits and coverups! 

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!
Smelling: Creed Aventus for Her is one of my favorite scents of all time. I just ran out, and also ran out of my little sample/travel-size. I saw that you can order three samples for $40 and get a code for $40 off a full-size bottle. Their fragrances are very expensive, but they are truly special. I often get compliments when wearing it. My husband wears Aventus, too, and I love it. Anyway, I got Aventus for her as a sample, but the other two I got were ones I hadn't tried before. I got Silver Mountain Water, which is SO good. It's described as 'Citrus, Fruity & Woody'. I love bergamot, and this has a lot of that! I went completely rogue for the second one and got Virgin Island Water. I love the Vacation sunscreen scent soooo much. I was looking for something similar but more sophisticated, and that is exactly how I would describe this scent. I would not buy a full size of the Virgin Island Water because it is not something I'd wear regularly, but rather in the summer or on vacation, but it's wonderful. 

Traveling: No traveling for a while after our California trip, which will be nice to enjoy time at home. We have something on the calendar every weekend in May, which will be here before we know it! 

Quoting: 'The more grateful I am, the more beauty I see.' - Mary Davis // See more of my favorites, here.

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Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Discount Code List



I haven't done a discount code post in a while! I was going through them last week and didn't realize so many are still active, and I have a lot of new ones. 

As an FYI, I have no control over the codes. They can change or be canceled without notice. These are the codes that brands share with me, which I then pass along to you to provide value. They are not indicative of sponsorship.

If you use a code I have shared, I likely won't receive a commission, so I'd greatly appreciate it if you used my links to shop! Thank you! 

Most codes don't stack with sale prices; however, it's worth plugging in at checkout to double-check!

Let me know if there are any brands you'd like to see a code for? I notice that smaller brands are more willing and generous with codes, whereas larger brands like J.Crew are much less likely to offer them!

Discount Codes

SYDNEY20 
20% off

SYDNEY15
15% off

SUMERWIND
10% off

SYDNEY15
15% off

SUMMERWIND 
discount varies depending on the brand

SYDNEY10
10% off

SYDNEY20
20% off

GLOW RECIPE
SYDNEY15
15% off

SYDNEY15
15% off (ends March 31)

SYDNEY15 
15% off

SUMMERWIND10
10% off

SYDNEY
15% off

SYDNEY20
20% off

SYDNEY15 
15% off

SYDNEY15 
15% off

SYDNEY12
12% off

SYDNEY20
20% off
*This brand is also available on Dermstore, so I'd cross-reference and see what gets you the better price.

SYDNEY15
15% off

SYDNEY15
15% off

SYDNEY20
20% off

SYDNEY15
15% off

SYDNEY15
15% off

SYDNEY50
$50 off

SYDC15 
15% off

SYDNEY15 
$15 off 

SUMMERWIND
20% off
*This brand is also available on Dermstore, so I'd cross-reference and see what gets you the better price.

SYDNEYCSNYDER
1st month free

SYDNEYCARVERSNYDERxWFR 
50% off your first order

WINDZIIP and WINDGEL
10% off device and 10% off gel

SYDNEY15
15% off

All codes are subject to change. 

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Monday, March 23, 2026

Target Finds

Top: Basket
Bottom: Table
I've always been looking for a little table to go next to this chair, but I've never come across one that's decently affordable and fits in this small space. I always put my coffee or tea on the windowsill, which isn't really an issue, but I'd still prefer a table! 

I ran across this Table and my first thought was not to put it in my office. Instead, I immediately thought of one of my girlfriends. She just moved into a beautiful home and needs lots of furniture. She has Serena and Lily's style/taste, so I saw this table and texted her. She responded with a photo of the table already in her home. It was too funny. Great minds! Anyway, she had it placed next to a similar chair in her own home, and it made me think of my office corner and how the table could work there! 

So of course, I had to order it! I love the Basket I have there. I just moved it to another area of the office. The table fits in perfectly, and I think it fits that small space even better. I am also so glad to have a spot for my coffee! 

Unfortunately, it looks to be sold out online, but I would check in-store if you are interested. It's a good price and solidly made. 

When I went to pick up the table, I browsed and realized how many good things they have right now. I ended up leaving with two bathing suits, too! I took photos of things I thought were worth sharing and posted some on Instagram, so I am sharing those and some more today! 

They didn't have a ton of outdoor stuff yet, since I am in Pittsburgh and we don't normally plant or do much outdoor work until around mid-May. But these were some of the cute things that caught my eye. I didn't get the gardening gloves, but I do want to go back and grab them once we get closer to May. I have nice gardening gloves, but I love that these go up the arm more. I spent so many hours outside last May picking all the weeds and getting our back patio summer-ready, and I could have used the extra coverage on my arms. I never thought I'd say this, but I can't wait to get rid of the weeds and make it look beautiful again. I've never considered myself a gardener, and I'm definitely not an outdoorsy person, but making things look nice is so much fun. I find it to be so cathartic, and the hard work is so satisfying. 

This mirror was really pretty in person. I love anything with that tortoise look. The napin rings are adorable! If I hosted Easter, I'd definitely snag these! 

There were SO many swimsuits. I didn't have a ton of time to look through every single one, but I found quite a few I loved. I got the bottom two swimsuits. The pink one looks very Hunza G. I love a swimsuit with textured fabric. 

I thought both of these sandals were cute. I think a neutral pair of sandals with a small block heel is a necessity in the summer because they seem to pair with everything and are easy to just slide right on! My mom just got these, and she loves the padded footbed! 

I liked that the bikini had a pretty Hillhouse vibe. The lace cover-up set was adorable. The gauze cover-up tunic is a classic and something so many brands sell at very different price points. This was 100% cotton and soft! 


A few more swimsuits and accessories that caught my eye! Everything was so reasonably priced. Most of the swimsuits were around $40-$50ish! I love a nice swimsuit, and sometimes I am willing to pay for a really exceptional fit or print, but for the most part, I need to replace swimsuits every few years as they don't hold up forever. So I'm much happier to spend in this price range on swim! I also just love shopping for swimsuits around this time of year. My mom would always put a swimsuit or two in our Easter baskets growing up, so it is nostalgic!

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