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Most of the time when we go out to eat, I like to pick things that are not what we’d usually eat at home. I mean, a fancy steakhouse is great, don’t get me wrong. But Chris can make steak and potatoes at home, so we normally go for something a little outside of his […]

March 29, 2024

This post is sponsored by Article Becca, who runs our Good Influence(r) program, came to me with a dilemma: Her bedroom is very long and large — and, as a result, she’s not sure about the layout. There are two windows, off center, on one wall and two closets on another wall. She originally positioned […]

March 28, 2024

Flat-lay of lip colors

I feel like I’ve been wearing the same lip colors for years! Someone once told me that if pull down your lip, that color is a good direction for color that will look good with your skin tone. When selecting lip colors, I tend to choose one pretty close to my skin tone — or […]

March 23, 2024

There aren’t many things I would change about our kitchen remodel. But there are a few things that either we chose in our design or happened accidentally that have been a little bit, well, not what we’d hoped. Full Kitchen Sources I think it’s important to know that sometimes you don’t know if you like […]

March 18, 2024

Chris Loves Julia | Spring Sandals

It’s warming up here in North Carolina, and I’m already pining after some new sandals to pair with my jeans and — hopefully soon — my favorite swimsuits. Anine Bing Lizzie Slides For me, comfort is key. My feet hurt without shoes, so I love wearing sandals around the house. A comfy pair of slides […]

March 13, 2024

Velvet Blue Bed | Boucle Throw | Ruffle Pillows | Wallpaper | Rug | Nightstand | Bunny Lamp | Vase | Frame This post is sponsored by Pura Any time the weather changes, I’m ready for a new home scent to welcome in the season. It’s a way to reset your mind and the way […]

March 8, 2024

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