Happy Monday! Did everyone have a great weekend? Mine was so relaxing — good food, friends, impromptu naps on the couch, and a bunch of movies (we finally saw Gone Girl. Highly recommend!). The weather has been perfectly autumnal here, and this weekend I splurged a little early and indulged in one of my favorite fall rituals — the purchasing of a holiday candle. There’s nothing better than a pine-inspired candle burning when it’s chilly out! Yeah, yeah, I know it’s not even Halloween yet. Don’t judge.
Anyway, it’s been a long time since I’ve put together an I’m Loving post, and I’ve had a couple items saved up to share with you. First, you have to know about Bauble Bar’s latest guest bartender collaboration with Megan Rusner (1). You can read about her story here, and as part of this collection, Bauble Bar is donating 100% of their net proceeds to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Pretty cool! Next, I’m totally intrigued by this konjac sponge (2). I’ve tried these sponges before, and found they were gentle on skin, while also being great at exfoliating. This one has the added benefit of having French pink clay in it/on it — so you don’t need to use extra cleanser. And let’s be honest –I think this would just look pretty in the bathroom!
I spotted this clutch the other day (3) and thought it was really lovely. I love items like this that can match an occasion perfectly — like a holiday party, or New Year’s Eve — but are also versatile enough to pull out at other times of year. I kind of hate buying holiday specific clothing and accessories only to wear them once per year! The holidays have also been on my mind as far as gift giving, and I’ve had Oyster bookmarked for a while now (4). It’s one of a few new services that allow people to download as many books as they want each month, for one set price (instead of paying per book). I don’t own a Kindle, and instead use the Kindle app on my iPad, and from what I’ve heard, Oyster is beautifully designed for these types of devices. If you use a Kindle, and like this idea as a gift, here’s a great guide to the top services available right now.
Finally, it’s chilly out, and tea is my antidote. I’m starting to amass a small collection of teacups and saucers, and to Joe’s dismay, I’m all for growing the collection, available cabinet space be damned. I think Anthropologie has some of the most beautiful items for home, especially during the holiday season (I got these wine glasses there last year and they continue to be favorites). This tea cup and saucer (5) is stunning and would make drinking your morning cup of tea a little more glamorous!
Anything you’re loving lately?
The handle on that teacup is just so beautiful!
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the cup and saucer are the cutest.
xo
PinkSole
cute necklace! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Oyster, what an amazing idea! The color palette here is dreamy:)
I saw Gone Girl this weekend too! It was definitely a great movie. While I didn’t read the book, I am so happy that I made the time to see the movie. Hope all is well with you! xo
I totally agree, Anthropologie feels kind of magical this time of year! I saw the teacups in person the other day and was very tempted (meanwhile I don’t even drink tea :). Oyster sounds really cool! I haven’t looked into them yet but wondering if they do an audiobook rental too? I was just thinking the other day how I miss listening to audiobooks, and was thinking of maybe getting a library card to get some – I’ve been here almost four years and have yet to step inside my local library!
I’m not sure if they do yet (definitely explore their site), but I know Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited program offers audiobooks!
Love everything you featured (those tea cups!!!) and thanks for the BB/Megan love! xo
Yes love love the tassel necklace!
In Dramatic Fashion
Love konjac sponges and what a gorgeous tea cup!
Beautiful clutch and tassel necklace! Love these x0
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Ahhh that tea cup is so lovely and elegant! Confession: I started burning fall candles in August. So.
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I love that necklace!
So all about the tassel situation lately these days, and that baublebar one is gorgeous! Also need to check out this netflix for books, and agreed: anthro has the best housewares!