Friday, March 20, 2026

Weekend Wish List


- I have this Pullover in gray and love it. It's oversized but doesn't look sloppy and is so comfortable. It's 100% cotton. I love the new Light Blue color. I prefer it over the gray that I have! 

- Love the new colorway of this Striped Sweater. So fresh but still cozy. My code SUMMERWIND10 should work on this. 

- Well, we may need one of these Needlepoint Pillows for any comfortable surface in our home, ha!!! 

- I had no idea Vacation makes SPF 45 Face Sunscreen. I love the body sunscreen. My code SUMMERWIND should work on this. 


Some items of note... 

- This Turquoise Dress is stunning! Such a fabulous spring occasion dress. 

- This Striped Tee + Pants is such a great low price, 100% cotton, and it's mix and match. Besides the tee and pants, there is also a tank and shorts. It comes in a few stripe colors, too! 

- These Carrot Napkin Rings are fun for Easter! 

- Just ordered this Black Swimsuit on a whim. I love the ribbed texture. I also love a good black swimsuit. 

- These Brown Printed Pants are cute and something I'd wear now, but also think they could work in the fall, too. 

- This little circular poof is supposed to be a Beach Sand Remover. Has anyone tried anything like this? Does it work, or is it gimmicky? I am intrigued because I loathe sand! Thinking of ordering it for my trip next week!


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




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Thursday, March 19, 2026

Lately

We got 6" of snow on Monday night! 


Corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day!


Saturday bagels from Balena. The best!

The most beautiful radishes I scored this week! 

I hope you are all having a great week! Not a lot is going on over here worth noting! I've been doing a lot behind the scenes, still catching up and working ahead as much as possible, since I am headed to Florida next week with my mom and a family friend! I am so excited, especially considering we got 6 inches of snow on Tuesday. Though I have to admit, the snow was actually very pretty, and I knew it would melt quickly, so it didn't bother me much! 

Did you all do anything fun for St. Patrick's Day? We went to my parents' house for dinner. Every year, my mom makes the most delicious corned beef and cabbage, which is one of my all-time favorite meals. It was delicious! Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables. Sometimes I just sautee it in a pan with some onions, garlic, and seasoning/spices, and it's divine! 

I have been seeing the silly conversation about body lotion on social media over the last few weeks, with people debating whether it's common to apply body lotion after every shower. It has me cracking up because it's never something I've thought about with much depth. I just assumed most apply lotion post-shower. I do, after every single shower, regardless of season! Do you all apply moisturizer?! I can't imagine how dry my skin would be if I didn't use lotion! 

Another 'debate' I keep seeing is about whether people shower in the morning or the evening. My hairstylist and I were actually just talking about this, too! I shower in the evening and always have. I cannot imagine going to bed without showering. I think there is nothing better than getting into clean sheets after a shower. In the summer, I sometimes shower multiple times depending on what I do that day, but always at night! I think both lotion and shower times are personal choices, and I fully support you doing you, but I think it's so interesting to hear about the small things that differ in people's day-to-day lives. 

Wearing: I am loving this cheery Yellow Rain Jacket! I got it for a sponsorship I did with Lands' End on Instagram, and now I'm just waiting for another rainy day to wear it. The yellow color is timeless and really makes me happy, especially on a dreary day. I shared with you all on IG how it reminds me of these duck umbrellas from Barney in the 90s. I wanted one SO badly- it would pair nicely with my new yellow rain jacket, ha!! 

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 randomly added these Balsamic Vinegar Crackers to my grocery order (from Walmart) because they sounded good, and I am so glad to report that they are delicious! I am not gluten-free, but whenever I see a cracker box that says 'almond flour,' I buy them because it makes the cracker so crisp and crunchy! I love the texture! Anyway, these are similar in texture to the Nut-Thins crackers, and the balsamic flavor is so tart and vibrant. I think any type of cheese, with a touch of olive oil or honey, would pair so nicely with this!
Sale: Frame is doing their 25% off Friends and Family sale! I love Frame, but it is so pricey, so it's nice to snag pieces on sale. 


J.McLaughlin just sent over a code for me to share with you all! SYDNEY15 gives you 15% off through the end of the month! 

Watching: I am reporting back that I am fully caught up on Paradise and loving it! The first 2ish episodes felt so different from the first season, but now it's all coming together better, and I'm so into it! 

Listening: I found myself listening to Enya this week, which is so very random, but it was fun! Orinoco Flow, Only Time, and Caribbean Blue are my top faves.
Loving: This brand sent Henry their freeze-dried dog food (once, but now we are paying customers, this is not sponsored!), and while Henry will eat just about anything, I am always curious to see what he truly loves. Because it is freeze-dried, it feels like a cleaner, more nutritious option than most traditional kibble, so I was especially excited to try it.

As expected, Henry liked it, but what surprised me was that he absolutely loves it.

My husband and I split feeding Henry, depending on who is around in the evening, and we have our Alexa set to go off at 7:30 every night, so it is basically Pavlov’s dog in real life. What I did not realize is that my husband had started topping Henry’s dinner, but not breakfast, with the We Feed Raw kibble.

One night, the dinner alarm went off, and I fed Henry as usual, completely forgetting about the topper. After he finished, he kept following me around, staring at me in the most intense way. He looked frustrated. We laughed it off and assumed he was just being funny.

The same thing happened the next night. And then again the night after that.

By the third night, we were both confused until my husband asked if I had been giving him the We Feed Raw. I realized I had completely forgotten about it. That is when it clicked. Henry was not just being goofy; he was upset that I skipped his favorite part of dinner.

The next night, I added the We Feed Raw back in, and he was back to his happy self. We could not stop laughing.

We have tried a lot of foods with Henry, and while he enjoys most things, there is a clear difference when he really loves something, and this is one of those times.

Even more telling, my parents’ dog Buddy is very picky. He eats the same base kibble as Henry but usually prefers human food, and even then, he is selective. While we were watching him, I added some We Feed Raw as a topper, and he ate every single piece of WFR first. We brought some with us to Florida, and he did the same thing at every meal.

At this point, both dogs are fully converted, so they have gained two new customers in us. Anyway, I think what you feed your dog is so personal, but I would give this a try if you are looking for something good. It's as easy to store and feed as regular kibble, but it has cleaner ingredients than the kibble we typically feed Henry. I am a paying customer, but they gave me a code, SYDNEYCARVERSNYDERxWFR, for 50% off your first order. I used my own code for my first order!

Wanting: Boot season is nearing the end (thank goodness), but wow, I love these tall boots. I love this dress that comes in both black and red. This is a pretty swim cover-up! Another good, albeit pricey, swim pareo! These towels are SO cute. Lots of new arrivals from Spanx. I particularly love the new ribbed material! Wouldn't mind seeing this in my Easter basket!! Oh, wait, I don't get an Easter basket, ha! Love this red suede tote soooo much. How fun are these espadrille flats! Things I've loved while browsing for my husband: these swim trunks and this knit poloThese phone cases are gorgeous! This is such a pretty necklace. Love the colors in this jacket. This sun hat looks sooo $$ but is under $60! I've never heard of this brand before, but this dress is lovely! This necklace looks like something Meredith Blake might have worn! This pillow is too good! This green set is perfect if you are headed to a Masters party! I'm going to order these garden gloves because they're cute and I like how they go up the arm more than the ones that I have. They definitely look more heavy-duty! I actually can't believe it, but I am excited to garden again this year. Our peach tree is budding! I didn't think it would make it through the winter! A very cute swim wrap under $100. I wish I had somewhere in my home for this side table. It's lovely and definitely reminds me of S+L! A timeless dress in a pretty and unique color! This print is fabulous! An adorable little tote for spring/summer. I would, at times, accessorize with a scarf or some charms. This is such a nice dress for under $150! I love this sweatshirt and the new light blue color is so pretty... I prefer it over the gray I have! Love the color combo on this striped sweater (my code SUMMERWIND10 should work on this). 

Pittsburgh: The Symphony's Pops programming was just announced! Definitely some good ones in there that I will be attending! 

Amazon Rec: I've been loving all the nostalgic '90s content on social media set to the Goo Goo Dolls. It's bringing back so many things I forgot about! Though not '90s, this is more early-2000s, but I think I am going to order these for summer. Feels right. 

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!

Quoting: 'More is lost by indecision than by the wrong decision.' - Cicero// See more of my favorites, here.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

February Favorites


I round up my favorite things each month for a monthly favorites list. At the end of the year, I pull from each monthly list to create an annual favorites list. In 2025, I broke down my list into three parts: BeautyFashion, and Home and Misc. It's my way of keeping track of the very best things. The lists work because when I look back on the past few years, most things on each list are still my favorites. My only rule is that I don't repeat items from month to month or year to year, so there is no overlap. 

I'm a little late in the month, but better late than never! February already feels so far gone (not complaining!!). 

Face Sunscreen// I used this when I was in Florida and loved it immediaely. It is almost exactly like the Natura Bisse diamond cocoon cream, if you have ever used that, but this has SPF40. It is tinted just like the regular cream and is so incredibly hydrating and gives a dewy finish. I love the regular diamond cocoon cream because of how it evens out my skintone and gives it such a clean look, so I will definitely reach for this all summer long. My code SUMMERWIND should work on this. 

Skin Ointment// I ordered this in desperation. I love all things Prequel. It has worked exceptionally well on my husband's very sensitive skin, and we haven't used any product we've disliked. I especially love their face sprays. The price point is great with many things under $20, including this skin ointment. I just ordered their body lotion to compare it to the Soft Services one I love, so I will report back. This skin ointment turned out to be my saving grace this winter. My issue was that during a long stretch of subzero temperatures, my skin and the air were so dry that my skincare would sink in and evaporate within 30ish minutes. I could not keep my face hydrated like I normally do. I've never had this issue before. I was trying so many different things, and at one point just reapplying this cream (which is one of the best inexpensive skincare products, maybe ever) every hour or so. I finally realized I needed an occlusive product that would seal my skincare in... think Vaseline but better. This was actually designed to be put on your face. It contains glycerin, so it really hydrates and sinks in rather than just sitting on your skin. I have been doing my entire skincare routine, and then I seal it all in with this. I have seen some reviews of people using it as a daily moisturizer, but I personally don't think I'd like it under makeup. Anyway, this is going to be a necessity moving forward whenever I feel my skin getting dry. There are so many skincare products and ingredients out there that it is hard to keep track of them all. I love to try new things, but the older I get, the more I realize that just keeping my face hydrated at all times is as helpful as most other things. 

Denim Button Down// This shirt is made from several different fabrics. I originally bought the Oxford cotton, and that is what hooked me. It's a perfectly oversized, high-quality button-down shirt that looks crisp and polished, yet laidback and effortless at the same time. The denim is high-quality and the perfect wash to pair with lots of different denim options. It's a wardrobe staple! Start with the Oxford, then the denim, and I'm eyeing the linen next! I get a size small, which is my true size, but as a reminder, they run oversized! 

Collared Sweater// This cozy closet staple works from fall through spring. It's classic and simple. I find myself throwing it on as I would a sweatshirt, but also dressing it up a touch with jeans. I got my true size small, and it fits perfectly roomy. 

Eye Cream// I love this eye cream. I am always skeptical about eye cream because you can just use your moisturizer under your eyes. An eye cream has to really wow me to be worth the extra expense and extra step, and I am impressed with this one. It's very hydrating and noticeably depuffs my eyes in just a few minutes. I haven't noticed anything in the way of my dark circles disappearing, but here's to hoping. I think the $24 price tag is very fair! 

Chartreuse Pants// I have these pants in several colors, and they are glorified sweatpants, but no one would ever be the wiser. They look like luxurious trousers. They drape beautifully. The elastic waistband is very comfortable. They can be dressed up or down. They run true to size.

Necklace// I find it harder to style summer outfits because, given the weather, adding layers isn't really practical. In the warmer months, I'm always reaching for fun accessories like this necklace to jazz up my outfits. These necklaces come in several colors and look great on their own or stacked. My code SYDNEY20 should work. 

Slippers// I got these just as we were heading into winter, so I wasn't wowed by them. But I took them to Georgia and Florida for 3 weeks and fell in love with them. They are the *perfect* pair of slippers for warmer weather. I'm thinking I'll wear these from now through October-ish. They are made of terry cotton material. The soles are rubber, so you can wear them outdoors, but they are not overly stiff; they have some nice flexibility. There are two things I love most about these slippers: they have so much arch support, and they are machine washable. 

Marigold Cardigan// This cardigan is such a gem. It's perfectly fitted without being tight, it has a perfect crewneck, gorgeous covered and knotted buttons, and a gorgeous golden yellow hue. The cashmere is of great quality, too. I just love this! It runs true to size. 

Eyeshadow// I want to collect several of these! Right now I have and love glaze, which is a golden neutral. They're the kind of shadow that has a shimmer/sheen without looking sparkly. You don't have to be a makeup pro to use these either. I just dust it all over my lid, and it looks great. It takes two seconds to apply. This is my first product from this brand, and I'm impressed! 

Leather Bucket Bag// This bag is gorgeous quality, equal to any $1000+ designer bag. I love the shape and size. It's perfect for daily use but small enough to carry at night, too. It has a removable crossbody strap. 

Earrings// The exact earrings I got are sold out, but I really love these and they look very similar to the ones I got. What I have found, through these earrings, is that .75" is the perfect size stud for me. I love that Asha has the measurements front and center. These earrings are the same size as the ones I got. They are prominent, but not over-the-top. I just love love love the size and will try to base future stud earring purchases on this sizing!

Leather Tote// I will do a full blog post on this one because I spent way too long deciding which leather tote to get. I basically wanted a leather tote to take the place of my Goyard St. Louis GM tote. I carry it all of the time and wanted to switch it up here and there. I'm so pleased with this bag. It's perfect in every way. 


2026 Monthly Favorites:

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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, March 16, 2026

Top 5 Baublebar Sale Picks




Baublebar is having their Friends and Family Event with 25% off sitewide and 20% off custom items! The discount auto applies at checkout. The sale ends on 3/22. I love Baublebar (this is not sponsored) and have so many of their pieces, but I narrowed it down to my top 5 favorites that I wear most often. Everything in this post is under $60 with the sale! 

The first are these Bezel Drop Earrings, which are easily my most-worn pair. My mom and sister also have them after they admired mine. They're simple and work with nearly everything. They're a good alternative to a regular stud since they have a slight drop. I love giving these as gifts because they work with so many different personal styles and tastes. 


These have a similar vibe to the first earrings, but they feature a bezel-set colored stone dangling from a very small gold hoop. They are supposed to be birthstone earrings, but I really like the yellow shade best (called topaz). I have the aquamarine, too, but don't wear them nearly as often as the yellow. These are the perfect wear-daily style and an easy way to add a subtle touch of color to any outfit. 



I tend to wear this necklace more often in the warmer months than in the wintertime, but there is no rhyme or reason to it, since it's really a seasonless necklace. It is adjustable, but I really like to wear it somewhat tightly against my neck, almost like a choker. The unique shape of the pearls gives them some texture and interest, and they match everything. Whenever I feel like my outfit needs 'something', I tend to reach for this to see if it completes it. The necklace is very lightweight, making it easy to travel with. 



Sometimes you just need something big and chunky to finish off an outfit, and this is what I typically reach for. Not only does it look great on its own, but it pairs well with many other bracelets in my arsenal. It's very shiny and the perfect shade of gold.

I love this set of 5 bangle bracelets. I particularly love them for travel as I swim in them, apply sunscreen, and more, and they still haven't shown any wear. They mingle well with fine jewelry. My mom just got these because she saw me wearing them in Florida and thought they looked so cute with my swimsuit and cover-up. They're nice and lightweight. They are bangles, but they actually separate, so you don't have to shove your hand through a closed bangle.

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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