Friday Favorites: 5.17.19
I’m back after a short break to travel last week! I can’t wait to tell you all about my trip to NYC! This week I’ve got a lot of events to tell you about that are coming up!
Dallas
Chijmes, a Dallas Boutique Hotel: A Moroccan Themed Evening
Last week I was given the opportunity to do a little staycation with some blogger friends at a new Dallas boutique hotel called Chijmes (pronounced chimes, as in wind chimes). I went in expecting a quiet night, movie, and early bedtime, but I left with so much more appreciation for boutique hotels, my own travel experiences, and a full and happy heart.
The Most Instagrammable Murals of Dallas- Deep Ellum Edition
Dallas has many different neighborhoods each one more different from the last. One known for the strange mix of street art, it’s grungy look, craft cocktails and brunch spots with a downtown view, is Deep Ellum.
A Day of Pampering at The Adolphus Hotel for Him and Her
I’m always down for a spa day, so when The Adolphus Hotel reached out about a day of pampering for Kale and I, we happily accepted! Kale spent the afternoon in the brand new barber shop, Brass Tacks. It was his first time getting a shave and a legitimate barber hair cut, and he loved it! He said he is definitely going back. While the barbershop is in The Adolphus Hotel, anyone may book an appointment!
shopbop Designer Sale
I read a post somewhere recently that said January was like the Monday of the months, and oh my goodness there has never been a truer statement! I am really feeling the January blues as this month seems to just drag on. You know what makes me feel better? Shopping, so the shopbop Designer Sale has perfect timing!
How to Spend a Day in Pittsburgh
After a heartbreaking Steelers loss in the playoffs this Sunday, I figured it was a great time to post about one of my favorite cities, Pittsburgh! Over the holidays, I went home to Ohio and my flight was through Pittsburgh. Before I left, my family drove up to the city and spent the day in Pittsburgh.
Stocking Stuffers For Her: Beauty Gift Guide Under $50
Tis the season for last minute shopping and wandering around the mall aimlessly. Yea, that doesn’t sound fun for me either. I get as much of my Christmas shopping done before hand as much as I can. While you’ve still got a few weeks, the malls are nuts, and if you’re like me, you’ll avoid them as much as possible! If you aren’t done shopping yet, and you still need a few ideas, I gathered a few stocking stuffers for her in my beauty gift guide below! Just a small disclaimer, I never recommend products that I haven’t tried or are willing to/going to try, so everything listed below is personally recommended by me!
The Nordstrom Ruched Dress Everyone is Wearing
If there is one outfit I would recommend for everyone, of every shape and size, it is this ruched dress! I have it in 2 colors now and I’ve had to stop myself from buying them all! It may seem like it’s winter, but not in Dallas! I paired this tank dress with my new favorite cardi, which I picked up on Black Friday. It is seriously the softest thing I own right now! Not only do I recommend this dress for everyone, but it’s the Nordstrom ruched dress everyone is wearing!
Pearl Studded Skirt for Holiday Season
I feel like I’ve been showing so many holiday outfits, but I can’t help it this time of year! Every party is holiday themed, and they will all require something pretty to wear! Plus what fun are regular outfits when you can wear sparkles, velvet, and a pearl studded skirt!
Wide Leg Teal Pants and ASOS Sale
It’s a rare day when I’m not wearing jeans, but I found the most comfortable wide leg pants and had to share them! These wide leg teal pants are so soft! The high waist was extremely flattering, and do we even need to talk about the color? This teal is so similar to jeans, that I would almost consider this a neutral. I paired them with a black top and shoes, so overall this is a pretty simple outfit, but I feel anything but simple wearing it.
Cyber Week Deals
Black Friday is no longer just a day, but an entire week. There’s no more waiting in a line at 3am outside of your local mall until the doors open. No more fighting with a crazy mom over the last Victoria’s Secret PINK pants. It happens, and it’s nuts. While I could ever understand why people did those things, I did understand how exciting it was. I worked several Black Fridays in the mall, and believe me if you don’t feel the excitement when you open the store gates at 4am, you do feel slightly terrified. I think I felt a little bit of both. Though, now you can go online at just about anytime to see the cyber week deals and stumble upon a sale on any site. I listed them below here for you but you can also scroll through some of my favorite pieces!
Holiday Dresses for Any Style
Holiday style is one of my favorite topics of the season. It’s funny because growing up I only dressed up for church on Christmas eve and my family’s annual Christmas party. Even then I’d wear a favorite sweater or a matching Christmas dress that matched my sister’s, which was quite a while ago! Now, I get to attend events and parties where I need these gorgeous dresses, so I compiled my favorite holiday dresses for any style this year!