Look Linger Love

Oh man, yet another delayed life lately post. I had to go all the way back to Halloween, you guys. Maybe I’ll make a point of sharing these posts every 2 weeks in the new year. Would y’all like that? Or is that too often? Anyway, here’s some life lately in no particular order (mainly because I can’t bring myself to start this post with halloween costumes when it’s December…

 

Garden & Gun Jubilee was this past weekend and it was as amazing as ever. It really is one of my favorite events in Charleston! The weather is always amazing and the flowers are in bloom all over so Gray and I couldn’t resist a bestie pic! I’m wearing my new plaid poncho!

 

 

And Josh and I went to a Jubilee dinner Saturday night with a New Orleans theme. The Preservation Hall Band played and I had so much fun dancing. With Lucy and Julia here… I’m wearing a similar dress here. Lucy’s lace dress stole the show though.

 

 

But the really funny thing about this photo is our leg placement. Matching not intentional. Must be a blogger thing, ha!

 

 

A better look at my blue earrings I’m wearing up there! My favorites. I want ALL the colors!

 

 

Okay, let’s circle back to halloween. Because I LOVED our door this year. I ordered new bats (the old ones were too weathered).

 

 

And my alien abducted daughter and hot dog son.

 

 

I never showed this on the blog but I partnered with Soma on instagram and LOVE this robe.

 

 

Good vibes in the playroom. Banner by Sharptooth Studio.

 

 

At my one football game a year. And by football I mean tailgate. You can’t see it well in this photo but I’m wearing this bell sleeve top. They call it a sweater but it’s really more like a very well fitted sweatshirt. I love it.

 

 

November was a big birthday month for us. Lilly turned 8 and Fletcher turned 6. Co-birthday parties are the best. A little wild (like when one boy fell in the pool) but fun.

 

 

Celebrating the Art Mag’s 10 year anniversary with Katie, Gray, and Anna. I’m wearing this floral wrap dress. I love it so much that I have it in two colors.

 

 

Some favorite party shoes lined up in a row. The gold metallic heels are the perfect holiday shoe and get so many compliments! And I’m obsessed with both of the feather topped satin Trademark shoes.

 

 

I co-hosted a beautiful baby shower with these lovely ladies for our friend Haskell. Doesn’t she look gorgeous? First babies are so fun.

 

 

Party earrings! Some Hart tassels (on sale!), a feathery pair by Lizzie Fortunato, and some finial favorites from Tuckernuck.

 

 

And let’s finish the life lately round up with some pictures from our Thanksgiving on Harbour Island. We brought Josh’s parents with us and had an amazing time! We had Thanksgiving dinner at The Dunmore, our favorite. I’m wearing a Rhode Resort dress and these metallic slides.

 

 

The kids planted a Christmas tree.

 

 

Went on a sunset cruise with friends. So pretty, it couldn’t even be captured.

 

 

Sweet Lilly on the porch :)

 

 

The best tile.

 

 

Marysia and her family were there too – they just bought land on Harbour Island and are building! I’m so excited to be island neighbors! The kids all had the best week playing together.

 

 

With Tricia & Marysia at the Dunmore x Marysia Resort Collab launch party. More on this to come!

 

 

Fletcher officially turned 6 while we were there so naturally we celebrated with pancakes. Notice the match stick candle. Sometimes you have to improvise on an island.

 

 

I was so excited to see our bougainvilleas peeking through our fence at Coral House! Can’t wait for it to be covered! I got my dress from Blue Rooster, one of my favorite shops on the island :)

 

 

Happy Tuesday!

 

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I’m so excited to share this year’s Look Linger Love Ultimate Holiday Giveaway. I’ve teamed up with 19 of my favorite brands from this year to give away a package worth over $7,500 to one lucky reader! It could be you!

 

 

 

Here is what is included in this amazing giveaway :)

 

ANNA SIMS KING: From Anna’s Coastal Light & Seascapes Series, this 16×20 is oil and oil pastel on canvas and is sure to brighten up your room.

 

BISCUIT: Win a $250 gift card for to their shop! I’m a huge fan of their Biscuit Bedding – all of our Coral House bedding is Biscuit!

 

CALLIES BISCUITS: THE best biscuits hands down. Win the Handmade & Hand Mixed Biscuit Package which includes 9 dozen biscuits and two 15 oz. containers of pimento cheese. I’m coming over when you win.

 

CELADON: Win a $400 gift card to my favorite home store in Charleston! So many of my most loved  things in our home are items I found at Celadon. I’m beginning to feel jealous of this year’s lucky winner.

 

CHAMBERS AUSTELLE: Chambers’ bright and bold collage ladies are one of my greatest obsessions this year. One resides at Coral House, and this mini could reside with you!

 

HART HAGERTY: The object of my earring obsession, win two pairs from Hart’s latest holiday collection!

 

HEDGEHOUSE: You haven’t felt heaven until you’ve been on a Hedghouse throwbed. We have two at Coral House and this pink and white stripe one could be yours!

 

JANE POPE: The star of this year’s giveaway… You all know that my love for Jane’s jewels runs deep, and this blue topaz crown ring (valued at $1680!) just jumped to the top of my wishlist.

 

LAKE PAJAMAS: The most comfortable pj’s I own! Win a full set including top, pants, and a robe. I’m definitely getting a little green with envy.

 

LUCY CUNEO: This item combines two of my most favorite things – beautiful wall art + Harbour Island. Lucy is not only a friend of mine but also an incredibly talented photographer and she shot a Harbour Island series earlier this year. Win a 12×16 print.

 

LULIE WALLACE: Win a print from Lulie’s latest Middleton Place Silkscreens! This beautiful piece is 24×30 and limited edition. Is there anything Lulie can’t do?

 

MARYSIA: The lucky winner gets one of Marysia’s famous swimsuits! She’s my favorite resortwear designer. Guys, I REALLY wish I could win this giveaway.

 

SALLY KING BENEDICT: How amazing is this original “On Holiday Face” 4×6 painting? Sally’s faces just may be my favorite series by an artist ever.

 

SOEUR DU MAROC: A lovely pom pom tote! I have a pink one and when I’m not using it I keep it out as part of my decor.

 

STRAY DOG DESIGNS: We used Stray Dog lighting in our Coral House renovation and I swear they just make every space! Win this pink floral table lamp!

 

TEIL DUNCAN HENLEY: Famous for her beaches and her nudes, Teil is always a reader favorite! This beautiful nude is 6×8 and gets to go live with the lucky winner.

 

TRUE BOTANICALS: I’ve used True Botanicals for over two years and LOVE them. If you haven’t tried them yet you should. Winner gets a complete Basics Collection.

 

TUCKERNUCK: I barely get out of bed without checking Tuckernuck’s new arrivals. They carry the cutest selection from head to toe and I just love all of their models. Winner gets a $500 gift card!!

 

ZERO GEORGE: Charleston’s boutique hotel gem! Zero George is truly a special place to stay whether you’re traveling to Charleston or just having a staycation. Winner gets a one night stay!

 

 

It’s a pretty amazing holiday giveaway, right? One reader is going to win it all!

 

 

 

HERE IS HOW TO ENTER TO WIN THE GIVEAWAY:

 

1. Leave a comment below! Be sure to leave an email address so I can reach you if you win. That’s it. So easy!

 

***  GET A BONUS ENTRY by sharing the giveaway image above on your instagram account. Be sure to tag me (@looklingerlove) + at least 3 other favorite brands included in the giveaway in your caption. And then don’t forget to come back here and leave a 2nd comment for your extra entry.

 

The winner will be chosen by using random.org on Friday, December 8th. This giveaway is open to U.S. readers only (I’m sorry!).

 

Comments Are Now Closed

 

UPDATE: THE WINNER IS COMMENT NUMBER 2333 – CAROLINE BARNES!!!

 

 

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I am really excited to partner with my friends at Clorox to share my new secret weapon in the laundry room. Clorox 2® Stain Remover & Color Booster Liquid keeps me from freaking out whenever Lilly or Fletcher spill something down their shirt. It works on all sorts of stubborn stains like juice, blood, grass… and it’s so easy to use. I just add the Clorox 2® Stain Remover & Color Booster liquid formula with my detergent and it removes 4 times more stains and brightens 2 times more than my detergent alone.

 

 

This is amazing because, as you know, kids will be kids. Messes happen. Unexpected (expected?) stains happen. And Clorox 2® helps me keep all of Lilly and Fletcher’s cute clothes bright and fresh so they are looking and feeling their best, too. They have more important things to think about than if their clothes look bright and fresh… like school, playdates, and making our favorite cookies!

 

 

Lilly and Fletcher both had birthdays in November and they each requested these special cookies to take to class. They really are amazing, but what I love most is making them together.

 

 

Remember when I said Clorox 2® keeps me from freaking out about spills? Super chill mom over here.

 

 

I mean, how could I be mad at these happy faces?

 

 

For anyone wondering what our favorite recipe looks like… here you go!

 

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES:

1 cup butter

1 1/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup white sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 cup chocolate chips (add to desired)

 

In a mixing bowl cream butter and sugars. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Next add the dry ingredients and mix for 3 minutes. Fold in the chocolate chips. Refrigerate dough for 20 minutes. Form 2 inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350F for 8 – 10 minutes. Let cool on cooling rack.

 

 

It takes a village to raise a family. A helping hand from our friends at Clorox sure is nice, too :)

 

PS: For families with sensitive skin Clorox 2® Free & Clear Stain Remover & Color Booster delivers full Clorox® power for your laundry, all without dyes and perfumes! So it’s gentle on your senses, but tough on stains. :)

 

Featured:

my turtleneck sweater, lilly’s red dress,

fletcher’s blue shirt, kitchen aid mixer, huggable hangers,

clorox 2® stain remover & color booster

 

 

Photography by Charlotte Elizabeth Photo. Thank you to Clorox for partnering on this post. 

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