Some months it feels like I buy all the things (like this month) and others I don’t have anything to share. This month I’ve made some seriously good finds in beauty, style, and homemaking, so I’m resurrecting this series to share them with you!
Favorite clothes: I got this flowy dress in pale green for a friend’s outdoor summer wedding, this adorable floral skirt and a ruffled summer blouse (that I actually can’t find on the website right now?) from J. Crew Factory and they’re all SO cute. J. Crew Factory runs large in my experience, so if you’re between sizes, size down.
Favorite hair accessories: I’ve been inspired by The Daily Connoisseur to start wearing headbands, bows, and other cute hair items again. It really does finish off an outfit. This month I purchased this pearl scrunchie and this polka-dot bow from Skye and have been wearing them constantly with a low bun. Practical and cute!
Favorite hair product: This leave-in conditioner from Aveda. At my last haircut, my hairdresser used it in my hair before styling and I was sold. It smells fantastic and you only need a bit to smooth the frizz (without adding a “greasy” look I might add).
Favorite organizational tool: A gorgeous jewelry box from Crate & Barrel. It is big and definitely an investment piece, but worth every penny. Previously I stored my jewelry in a bunch of little boxes/pouches and an old jewelry tree in various spots around our bedroom and bathroom–now it’s all neatly condensed into this pretty box 🙂
Favorite parenting purchase: On the other hand, these routine cards are quite cheap but oh-so-helpful for smoothing transitions with toddlers! Little E’s speech comprehension still lags a bit, and pictures help him to understand the flow of our days better. I laminated everything and used velcro dots so I can switch up our schedules as necessary.
May purchase plans: A Pikler triangle for the nursery (not including a U-shaped piece–it wouldn’t fit!); a couple of headbands for my hair accessory collection (we’ll see if I can find some that don’t give me headaches); a full-length mirror for the master bedroom; and probably a new phone since mine has been glitchy and returning some texts to sender!
What are your favorite purchases lately? I always love reading your recommendations!
xx Claire