Entryway Refresh!

Post sponsored by Ballard Designs

Hi friends! Now that our checkerboard painted floors in the entryway are done, it’s the perfect time for a furniture and decor refresh in this space! We love turning to Ballard Designs for well-designed, classic pieces that won’t break the bank, like this Suzanne Kasler-designed Southport Rattan Chest that adds convenient storage while looking so great.

This Dayna Bench is another exciting addition to the foyer…it’s ideal for putting on shoes or dropping your bags on the way in or out of the door. It would also be perfect at the foot of a bed or anywhere else you need a bit of stylish seating!

We love the versatility of white ceramic staples like this Classic Garden Stool (add a pretty plant or a stack of your favorite coffee table books) and this Suzanne Kasler Triple Gourd Lamp (try it with the Isla Block Print Pleated Lamp Shade to switch things up!).

Ballard has a great selection of natural fiber woven rugs, like the Anis runner we just added by the door. Our other Ballard go-tos include their Dayna collection faux bamboo chairs and stools, all of the Suzanne Kasler rattan pieces, and their outdoor furniture and replacement cushions. We also adore their upholstered furniture options like the Roswell Sectional…you can pick from so many pretty fabrics to easily customize your design to coordinate with any space!

You can browse lots of our Ballard favorites below and check out even more over at ballarddesigns.com!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

Don't Miss These Beauty Deals!

Hi friends! We love when the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale rolls around…it’s the perfect time to stock up on our beauty must-haves at discounted prices! Our cart includes this rosy blush, highlighter and lip set, this hair dryer, this eyeshadow trio, this mini microcurrent toning device, and this mascara with growth peptide technology that we can’t wait to try, and we’re sharing even more of the beauty sale favorites we’re eyeing right now in the gallery below!

Today at Saks you can save up to 25% off your purchase with the code ‘SAVE25SF’ – we’re loving this colorful shell print dress, this ruffle-detail midi and this pretty embroidered dress, and the red and white puff sleeve dress worn here is also included in the sale! If you’ve been thinking about the earrings or bracelets from our Hunter Blake collaboration, now is the time to make them yours: use the code ‘SURPRISE40’ at checkout for an additional 40% off! The Ballard Designs warehouse sale is going on for just two more days, with 20-40% off sitewide on favorites like this rattan banquet, this faux bamboo bench and this classic gourd lamp. J.Crew summer styles are up to 70% off today with the code ‘SHOPNOW’…don’t miss this puff-sleeve poplin dress, these metallic espadrilles, this block print coverup dress and the matching swimsuit. Happy shopping!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

Current Crushes!

Hi friends! We’re excited to share our latest installment of color-happy crushes — just click or tap directly on the items above or in the gallery below for all of the details! Lots of Hunter Bell styles are newly marked down by up to 50% off today…we’re eyeing this painterly-print sundress, this crochet tank, this mixed-stripe top and this tie-shoulder midi dress. You can save up to 70% on many J.Crew summer styles when you use the code ‘SHOPSALE’ at checkout – don’t miss these jeweled sandals, this block print swimsuit, this eyelet hem skirt and this linen jacket! The Ballard Designs warehouse sale is under way, with 20-40% sitewide, including our favorites like this rattan nightstand, these gathered fabric lampshades and this coral mirror. The Nordstrom anniversary sale has kicked off, with early access now for cardholders…we’re taking advantage of great deals on our beauty must-haves like these highlighter sticks, this sunscreen, these eyeshadows and this collagen-boosting set. Happy shopping!

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What We're Eyeing!

Hi friends! With summer in full swing we’re living in pretty sundresses…they’re so easy to throw on and look put together! While we often gravitate towards bright colors and bold prints, we’re also mixing things up with a few great black dresses like this darling ruffled style with contrast white stitching. Take a peek at more of our latest favorites for your wardrobe and home in the gallery below!

So many must-have staples are on major sale today at Alex Mill…we’re loving this colorful button-up, this gingham skirt and this classic striped tee. Kule is having a flash sale today and you won’t want to miss the deals on this striped cardigan, this gingham tote, this cable knit pullover and these cute socks. Tomorrow is the last day of Serena & Lily’s big summer sale (up to 40% off of everything!)…we’re eyeing this braided wicker side table, this embroidered throw pillow and this brass and rattan table lamp. Amazon Prime Day is tomorrow and Shopbop is previewing their Prime Day inclusions now so you can starting to fill your cart for first dibs on finds like this off-the-shoulder dress, these espadrille platforms, this coverup dress, this straw hat and this lace midi dress. Happy shopping!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

Accessory Must-Haves!

Hi friends! We’re always on the hunt for great accessories that we’ll wear again and again, and we’ve rounded up our latest versatile favorites in the gallery below (including deals from our go-to source for luxury designer bags at a discount!).

Many Fourth of July sales are still going on today, like an additional 60% off of sale styles at J.Crew when you use the code ‘FOURTH’…don’t miss these these cutout leather sandals, this floral puff-sleeve dress, this boatneck striped tee and these raffia earrings (just $6!). Everything is 25% off at Amanda Lindroth with the code ‘HAPPYJULY25’ including already discounted tag sale items like these raffia-wrapped glasses, these scalloped shams, this serving utensil set and these batik napkins! Rhode just extended their sale one more day, so be sure to take advantage of an additional 25% off of sale styles when you use the code ‘SUNSHINE25’….we’re eyeing this colorful puff sleeve dress, this floral quilt, this tiered ruffle gingham dress and these fun tabletop finds. Our Serena & Lily favorites are up to 40% off this week, so it’s the perfect time to spruce up your patio to enjoy for the rest of summer. Happy shopping!

main image by Jessica Amerson