Look Linger Love

You know when you stumble upon (okay in all fairness Ann emailed me, but still) the most enchanting photo shoot of an insanely pretty product and you about lose your mind? Well this just happened to me this weekend. Meet Charleston jewelry designer Ann Ladson. Her work is a deliberate balance of delicate meets rough. And I’m smitten smitten.

Isn’t the model gorgeous? She was in my barre class on Friday morning and I couldn’t stop staring at her. Note, gorgeous models shouldn’t be allowed to exercise with us regular people.

View Ann’s collection here. I especially love this mixed texture bracelet.

Photos by the always talented Olivia Rae James.

I’m cheating on January for Spring. Can you blame me? Ugh, this cold snap is wild. I’ve been watching it all over the country and am just amazed. Let’s set our eyes on warmer days, please.

peacoat trench + calf hair pumps, vintage fabric rope necklace, polka dot boxy tee, cross-body bag

mirrored aviator sunnies, chunky heel sandal,

floral sneakers, stripe dress, tropical cinch waist dress + suede lace up sandals

That floral DVF dress is pretty much the perfect dress to have – you could wear it to everything and it’s comfy/flattering. And can we talk about the strappy heels with them?? GAH! Oh, and that JCrew peacoat trench is just as delightful as it can be. J.Crew is having an awesome 40% off select items right now including those spotted pumps! Just use the code “TAKENOTE”. I went ahead and pulled some more of my favorites included in the 40% off promotion.

I think I’ve started to write this post a million times and never get around to finishing it. But finally here it is… my favorite beauty products (but not make up, that’s a whole other post). The older I get the more I get into beauty products. I have a big collection, but wanted to pull out a few of my most favorite products to share with y’all.

Kate Spade Cosmetic Case: Josh gave me this case, along with a smaller matching one, for our 2nd Christmas together. So I’ve had it for 6 years. Point being, Kate Spade puts out quality.

Bamboo Luminous Shine Shampoo & Conditioner: I’ve never had a shampoo and conditioner leave my hair as clean as this brand. It doesn’t feel weighted down, just normal. That’s what I like.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover: I’ve used this make up remover for probably 5+ years. I’ve never found one I like better. Plus I can easily grab it at Target or wherever.

SkinCeuticals Face Wash: Simple and effective face wash that I can use daily. Doesn’t dry out my skin.

Chanel Hydra Beauty Gel Eye Cream: The skin around my eyes can get dry and I like this cream b/c it perfectly hydrates without being too heavy.

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Treatment: I have been using this stuff for a year and I swear it has improved the appearance of my skin. I’m hooked.

Venus Spa Breeze: Okay so this may not be the best razor you’ll ever use BUT I love it b/c shaving cream isn’t necessary it does actually keep me shaving way more often than I would with a normal razor. It’s just fast and quick.

Sephora Lip Balm: I put this on every morning and every night. Sometimes in the afternoon, too. I’m addicted to chapstick.

Batiste Dry Shampoo: I love this dry shampoo b/c it’s really effective and is very inexpensive. I use it most everyday because I have oily hair.

Oribe Texturing Spray: This stuff is hair magic. I’m only on my 2nd bottle but am hooked. It gives the best texture and volume. Trust me. Plus it smells like Heaven.

Clarisonic: I forgot to pull it out for the picture but I use my Clarisonic every single night before bed. Every single night. I couldn’t live without it. I have the mia, but they’re all great.

If you had to name one favorite beauty product, what would it be??? Mine would be face lotion, but I’ve yet to find the “perfect”. Any recomendations?