Thursday, February 19, 2026

Lately




First and foremost, the Lake Pajamas SALE starts this morning! The sale goes through 2/23 (Monday). Lake has sales in February, July, and November, but that's it! So snag it now, or your next chance to save will be at the end of July! My best recommendation would be this set, which also comes in a jogger style and shorts! I always size up to a medium in Lake's pajamas (but

We made it to the lake. It's our stopping point on our way to Florida. So we will spend a few days here, then finish the journey this weekend! We are driving because we are bringing Henry. My parents are also bringing Buddy! It's long, but so worth it, so we can have the pups with us! My husband will meet us in Florida, which I am so excited about! There isn't much going on in Hiawassee this time of year, so we have just been hanging out and enjoying each other's company! Yesterday we went out for lunch and popped into the antique mall, and today we are going on a little excursion and then out to dinner, which will be nice! 

This weekend, we very casually celebrated Valentine's Day since I was in full-on packing mode and getting ready to leave! There was an estate sale I wanted to check out, and it was the most crowded one I have ever been to! We stood in line for over an hour. I didn't end up getting anything I had my eye on, but I got a cute little Herend salt cellar. We went out for breakfast and just ended up cooking a delicious dinner at home. Which was just perfect in my book!


Such a fun color, and the cashmere of this sweater is so soft and lofty! 

Tote is sadly sold out, but how cute is this Needlepoint Charm



Knit Polo (size up, I'm wearing a medium)

Striped Ribbed Pullover (wearing a small, true to size)
Tried on both of these pieces this weekend and loved them, so I bought them! 

Wearing: I've been wearing the rollneck sweater on repeat lately. It's oversized, so it's just very comfortable to throw on and look polished, but feel like I'm wearing an oversized sweatshirt. 

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: Wine and Wagyu is back at my favorite, Capital Grille! You have to get the blue cheese truffle burger... and might I suggest, rare. You can also ask for truffle fries instead of the regular ones, but the burger is so big that I only ever get to eat like 3 fries! The burger is one of the best things I have ever eaten! It is only on the menu during these promotions. It's just too good. Plus, for $35ish, you get a glass of wine with the burger. They're doing Orin Swift again, which is fine, but I loved when they had Duckhorn! Anyway, I would recommend the cabernet and not the 8 years in the desert! 


We have been making so many 'snack plates' lately. They make a delicious, easy lunch/dinner and a quick way to empty the fridge. 

We have also been going out for after-dinner drinks or dessert. This time, we got a delicious cup of coffee, chocolate cake, and bread pudding. So delish! 

Earrings (use code ASHA10)
Sale: I ordered these on a whim because I had been eyeing them, and I love them!! I love them so much because the scale is larger than that of a typical stud earring. So they make a bit more of a statement. So pleased with them! 

Watching:
 I've started rewatching Schitt's Creek, and man, that is a good show! I forgot just how good it is. There are so many episodes, and since I have already seen it, it makes for a good 'background show'. Are you all watching anything good?! 
Loving: I love a good lip product, and this gloss is gorgeous. The color is stunning, and it lasts a decent amount of time for a gloss. It's so smooth and not at all sticky! I've always thought of this brand as a teen brand, but I get the hype. The gloss is good! 

Wanting:
I have and love this cardigan, and a few gorgeous new colors were just released! This cashmere striped short-sleeve polo is timeless. This lamp!!! I don't really have anywhere for this lamp in our home, but if you do, snag it. An eyelet canvas tote is not a combo I imagined, but it's good! A gorgeous silk scarf! I love these pants, and this new 'celadon' color is calling my name! This yellow skirt is so fabulous. I've been on the hunt for months for a darker colored pair of earrings, and I really love these. I love a good Rugby-style shirt, and this pink combo is so fun. The most perfect spring/summer party sandal! So many good new arrivals at J.Crew right now. I love this cocktail dress as I have been so drawn to this chartreuse color over the last year or two! I have too many sweaters that look similar to this, but gosh, I just love this look!

Pittsburgh: We recently went to Chengdu Gourmet in Squirrel Hill, and it's SO good. I don't know why we don't go more often. The menu is huge, and I've never had a bad thing. It's all so flavorful. Because the menu is so big, I always think it's helpful to share what we order! The cabbage with the vermicelli noodles was divine@@@

Amazon Rec: Did you catch my February Amazon recs this week?

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: S+S just launched body oil! I love a good body oil, especially for my legs when I wear dresses and skirts! I have tried every single S+S product and have never been disappointed. I just got the oil and will report back once I use it when I am down in Florida this weekend! 

Quoting: 'When you treat failure as information, not shame, you turn every loss into a stepping stone.' // See more of my favorites, here.

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

February Amazon Finds


I haven't done an Amazon finds since October! I've been slacking! I am trying to get back into the monthly routine! So here are my finds for February! 

- I am soooo excited about This Oak House Book coming out in September! I am definitely going to pre-order this. It is written by Annie Meyers-Shyer, who is Nancy Meyers' daughter. Nancy wrote the foreword. I have followed her on Instagram for ages and loved seeing the process of her renovation. It will be so fun to flip through the pages! 

- I just ordered more of those Shoe Protector Spray. We love it. It protects basically any shoe from dirt, water, grime, etc, and it truly does work! 

- I am anti Apple watch because I don't like the idea of being connected 24/7. I see the Oura Ring often and have been wondering if it is something I'd like to have? The idea of it counting my steps and judging my sleep would be fun to have as stats. I just don't love how bulky it seems, as I get really bothered by rings on my fingers sometimes. If you have one, is it comfortable to wear, and what do you think of it?! It's pricey, so I'm really thinking long and hard about it! 

- This Pet Hair Broom is a game-changer!!!! You can sweep it around the carpet, and it will pull out dog hair that you didn't even know was in there.... even right after vacuuming! My favorite use, though, is on carpeted steps! It makes it so easy to remove hair from the steps. 


Some items of note...

- It's become clear that I cannot make it through another winter without a humidifier. My skin has never been drier, my nose has been in pain from the dryness, and we keep shocking the heck out of ourselves! It's been so bad. I asked you all for humidifier recommendations, and the three you see in this post are the top three. The #1 by a mile was Humidifier Three. It's unfortunately, the priciest, too!! I'm still TBD on which one to order, but if you have one of these, let me know! 

- I just got this Occlusive Face and Body Creamand I love it already! Another dry winter skin must-have. I have never had a reason to need a product like this, but this winter has been so extreme, so here we are! I use this as the last step of my skincare routine to seal everything in. You only need a *tiny* amount... like smaller than a pea. It glides right on and feels light on the skin. The difference between this and something like Vaseline is that this is only 45% petrolatum jelly. It contains other skincare ingredients, so instead of just sitting on your face, it does a bit more. I've been so pleased with it. I am someone with acne-prone skin, and this has not caused me to break out at all. 

- One of my go-to athletic brands came out with a Crewneck Sweatshirt that matches so many of their other pieces. Love a slightly cropped crewneck. 

- As much as I love L'occitaine shower oil, I have switched over to this Shaving Cream. It's so much less costly, and while not as luxurious a lather/feeling, it gives me a closer shave with no irritation at all!

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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Monday, February 16, 2026

Never Panic About What to Wear Again: Create a Digital Closet

An outfit I am packing! These sandals always sell out in gold before it is even warm enough to wear them. They are such a good look for less of Manolo Blahnik sandals. They're beautifully made and so comfortbale! They're fully in stock right now! My mom has them, too! 

We’ve all seen the 1995 classic Clueless, right? Cher had her closet digitized with a program that helped her mix and match outfits before she ever got dressed. I remember watching that scene and thinking it felt so futuristic! In 2026, I’m taking a page from Cher’s book!

I’m heading to Georgia and Florida for a few weeks, and packing for that long always requires a little strategy. It can spiral quickly, especially because I am not known for packing light!! Over time, though, I’ve created a system that makes packing and everyday outfit planning feel less overwhelming. It is efficient and almost like curating your own digital closet.

Because of my job, I photograph most of my outfits. Mirror selfies, quick snaps before dinner, event photos. My camera roll is basically a visual catalog of what I’ve worn (plus a whole lot of Henry photos). But this is not something reserved for influencers. Anyone can do it, and a quick mirror photo is enough.

The key is in organizing the photos. Instead of letting the photos disappear into the camera roll abyss, create albums. Mine are very simple: 'Outfits I Feel Good In,' divided by season. 

Whenever I wear something that I feel good in, I add it to the appropriate album. Getting dressed becomes so much easier when you remove the uncertainty. You are choosing from outfits that already make you feel confident.

If you've ever left your closet or bedroom looking like a tornado blew through it with clothes, shoes, etc., everywhere, as you try to pick out an outfit, this will solve that. No mess!!! Before a dinner, an event, or a trip, I scroll through those albums and pull from pieces I have already worn and loved. 

For travel, I take it one step further. I revisit those seasonal albums for inspiration, pull the pieces from my closet, style them down to the accessories, and create a dedicated album for the trip. 

Part of my Florida Album. These are all old outfit photos that I pulled into an album that I am thinking about packing! 

For this February trip to Florida, after months (that felt like years) of boots and heavy sweaters, I first flipped through my spring and summer folders just to remind myself what I had in my closet. Then I built out  'Georgia' and 'Florida' albums with everything I want to pack. It makes packing feel so much more organized and less chaotic. 

It may sound like an extra step, but it has become a habit that makes my life so much easier. I know what I packed, I tend to overpack less, and I know how it looks, so getting dressed on the trip is effortless. 

I really think Cher would approve of my system! 

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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Friday, February 13, 2026

Weekend Wish List

Some items of note... 

- This Striped Top + Skirt is such a good Staud look for less! 

- I just ordered this Rollneck Sweater because I love the color! 

- This Fish Sweater is men's, but I would totally wear this. So cute!

Some items of note... 

- These Silver Trays come in several sizes, and they are stainless, so no polishing is needed! 

- This Wrap Skirt is adorable. I love the colors! It would look fabulous paired with a white linen button-down and flat sandals. 

- I have and love these Pants. This new celery green color is gorgeous. 

- This Yellow Handbag is FUN!


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




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).
 

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