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Oprah’s Favorite Things featuring the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean on Amazon

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Let’s talk about the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 Rechargeable Toothbrush and one of my favorite people in the entire world: OPRAH!

*Please hold while I die and go to Heaven over this collaboration.*

First things first: is there any better person in the world than Oprah? Is there anyone more fitting for a mid-twenties woman like myself to look up to? I truly can’t think of anyone above her in this life, except of course my own mother.

I grew up watching Oprah’s show and knowing she was loved by all, but it wasn’t until I went to law school that I really started heavily turning to her magazines for my monthly dose of “goodness.” It’s the first new magazine I look for on the shelves every month, and it’s the only magazine I keep with me at all times in my purse, like my guide book to life and being a positive light for the month.

Fast forward through law school to my current setting in Corporate America, Legal Department, and I truly have a sincere appreciation for Oprah’s ability to connect with different people with different views. One thing that’s consistent between Corporate American and the Blogosphere – which perhaps we could not say just a few years ago – is this: we are all so uniquely different, and that’s okay, we don’t have to be placed in a box or be defined by one specific measure. Oprah always finds a way – despite what the political climate of the moment is – to really make us think about how, despite our differences, we are really all the same. 

It’s a truly special talent the world needs a heck of a lot more of these days. I love to share Oprah’s articles with my friends and coworkers, and sometimes I buy spare copies of her magazines if I have a few extra bucks and think a message within might touch someone I happen upon . . . if in talking to someone I think a specific article will be helpful to whatever that person is going through that month, I pass Oprah’s words of wisdom on.

And though this may be a bit embarrassing to admit, I keep up with Oprah’s horses the way some girls (AKA, me, lol) keep up with the Kardashians. I am such a horse lover, you guys . . . after all, being able to afford my own horse stable one day is why I made up my mind as a young girl to go to law school in the first place! I couldn’t agree with Oprah’s photographer more that any of us would be lucky to live out our lives as one of Oprah’s horses. Hi, pick me, please!

Since we’re probably worlds away scientifically from me getting to live the dream of galloping along the island of Hawaii as Oprah’s horsey, I’ll certainly settle – if you could EVEN call it that – for the next best thing: the honor and privilege of trying out the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean, which has been so special to me since the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9500 Rechargeable Toothbrush – which I did not try – was featured on Oprah’s 20th Annual Favorite Things List for 2017! 

That’s right, ya’ll! I’m so excited to say that the Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9500 Rechargeable Toothbrush was named one of Oprah’s Favorite things in 2017, and I had the chance to try a Philips Sonicare DiamondClean for myself! Keep on reading for my honest feedback and thoughts about this product. (Spoiler alert, it comes with WiFi imaging and a freaking app – it’s AMAZING!)

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Christmas Morning Memories With Lazy One Pajamas

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I’m so excited to share tonight’s post with you because it’s about one of my favorite companies ever: Lazy One! A husband and wife team started this company in a 600 square-foot garage in Northern Utah, and today it’s grown to partner with countless recreational hot spots throughout the country.

If you’re a Southern girl like me, you’ve definitely seen Lazy One’s fun, whimsical designs in an adorable souvenir boutique somewhere while on vacay. I always love spotting Lazy One on my trips to Gatlinburg, Tennessee (goodness knows there have been too many of those to count and many more to come!) in tons of shops along the strip!

I love spotting Lazy One in gift stores anywhere I’m traveling because their designs remind me of home sweet home in Tennessee, the mountains, and my love for the endearing wildlife their designs always feature! That’s why Thomas and I were so excited when Lazy One sent us these matching adult onesie pajamas! It is honestly such a dream to get to work with a company that’s been so close to my heart growing up.

We had so much browsing through their website – which has so many incredible, “cheeky” designs. I honestly have always imagined having a family that wears matching pajamas on certain occasions, and Christmas is the perfect time of the year to turn to a classic company – while also supporting a fun, family business – for just that!

It was almost impossible to choose a style given that they definitely offer so much more than onesie pajamas – including the sweetest t-shirt and pants sleep sets! We just had to with the onesies, though, y’all . . . They were just so perfect for the holidays and way too cute to pass up! And if we thought it was hard to choose a Lazy One style, it was even harder to settle on a design, because let me tell ya, there are sooo many fun – and wild – designs to choose from!

Be sure to check out the Lazy One website HERE so you can enjoy the originality of these lovable PJs, too!

I must say, ya’ll . . . I let Thomas pick the “Bear Bum” design, but we honestly both fell in love with it as soon as we saw it. I helped narrow it down to our final three favorites (I’m tellin’ ya, sooo. many. great. designs!) and I was beyond excited when Thomas said, “It’s gotta be ‘Bear Bums.’ That’s the one!” Soulmate status for the win because these babies turned out to be more comfortable, thick, and stretchy than we could’ve ever dreamed of!

I love that these onesie pajamas are fun and functional, I don’t even care if anyone thinks I look like a big baby, because guess what? I’m so darn warm, comfortable, and full of Christmas cheer that I can only assume you’re just jelly and need a pair yourself. ☺️ You do! Lazy One even carries house slippers, gifts, and so much more!

If you have a family, these Lazy One onesies are the perfect Christmas morning PJs for your fam! The buttons and material are such high-quality you won’t have to worry about a thing from visions of sugar plums to the early morning unwrapping madness – bonus for being picture perfect!

Thanks so much to the Lazy One team for making our Christmas PJ situation on point this year! From hot cocoa to decorating our tree or unwrapping presents, to – most importantly – time with family, we’re so thankful to have Lazy One there for those special moments.

PS, how pinchable is that hubby’s bear bum? #OUTAKES LOL! I’m so lucky to have a guy who supports my dreams, which include this blog. Hubs says, “The PJs were cool, super comfortable. It was cool, Babe. What do you want me to say?” I love him. ☺️

Snag your own pair of PJs from Lazy One’s easy-to-navigate website HERE!

How are you getting into the holiday spirit this month? Leave me a comment at the bottom of this post, and be sure to turn on my Instagram post notifications for all the latest updates. And if you like real life, check out my Insta Stories!

Thanks for stopping by, and until next time, cheers!

xo,
eg

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Cyber Monday Sale Roundup: The Deals Are Still On!

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Anybody else walk into Black Friday and Cyber Monday like, “Hi, here’s all my money! Give me all the things!” *Casually slips Target store associate a crumpled $20 while he looks at me, disgusted.*

Sweatshirt, tank, and tennies by Target. Leggings by Kohls.
Walking down the check-out aisle like #YASSHONEY #WERK

Well, I’m just as blessed, surprised, and happy as you are to find out that some of the best deals of the day of Cyber Monday have continued throughout the entire week! So, if you missed any of the sales this past Black Friday or Cyber Monday, don’t fret – I’ve got your back! Just keep on scrolling for a super easy-to-view, clickable image of ALL my favorite holiday deals going down this week.

Hint hint: I’m finding Kate Spade bags on major sale, and all of the coziest cutest items at Aerie for under $20. Check it out here:

I want to know your style, so leave me a comment with your favorite items from the mood board above! I’m obsessed with buffalo plaid, ruffle sleeves on sweaters, and anything that says (or is) avocado toast. I’m also dying for a new Kate Spade bag, and I can’t even deal with how good the online deals are right now. If you’re in the Charlotte area, then here’s a major tip for ya: the Kate Spade Outlet off of I-485N (Exit 4) is . . . wait for it . . . it’s going to be legendary . . . 70% OFF RIGHT NOW!!!!! THAT’S RIGHT. 70% OFF!
What are your favorite finds from Cyber Monday or Black Friday? I felt like there were so many amazing deals this year on Cyber Monday that sold out so fast, but I really didn’t run into a single crowd on Black Friday . . . I was actually shocked at how empty the Queen City was! I think a lot of people went shopping on Thanksgiving night, probably right after dinner, at least that’s my theory from chatting with a few store clerks around town while shopping that day.
I definitely used to venture out to hit up all the stores on Thursday nights after Thanksgiving leftovers had been turned into our annual Thankful Soup, and the city was always so crowded. It didn’t matter the route you planned, whether you started at the outlets or the nice mall (hello, South Park), or a shopping center-type situation like Target or Ulta . . . it was always completely packed to the brim with frantic people.
To be perfectly honest, I think I’m a fan of going Black Friday shopping on actual Black Friday, because it was so quiet and different from the Thursday night experience. It was honestly completely relaxing and actually kind of nice. And that also allows me to fully focus on napping, lounging, being food baby pregnant, and all the other close-to-couch things I’d rather be doing on Thanksgiving evening, anyway. 
What’s your Black Friday plan of attack? I hope you snagged some amazing deals this weekend! And, if you didn’t . . . scroll right back up to the sale board and #treatyoself girlfriend.
Until next time . . .
xo,
eg

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Holiday Travel Made Easy with BootayBag

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Thanks for stopping by the blog for a special post about my must-have for holiday travel: BootayBag! BootayBag is a delivery service that hand-selects two panties – whatever style you prefer – to send straight to your doorstep each month.

The best part is it’s totally justifiable to spend $12 to treat yourself each month. Plus, let’s be honest . . . I almost never remember to buy myself panties when I’m out shopping anymore! I’m always focused on makeup or clothes, but always tops or dresses-kinds of clothes, never panties. And with the holiday season upon us, I’m mainly focused on shopping for family, the hubs, and my besties anyways!

I love that BootayBag checks one major essential off my shopping list during such a busy time! I can easily toss the delivery into my weekend bag for a trip to visit family. Check out how cute the packaging is below!

If you follow along with the blog and my Instagram page, then you know my kitten Belle had to get up in my travel essentials situation and make herself comfortable. Keep scrolling to see just how full of it she really is . . . I mean, she started nibbling and rubbing against my BootayBag, ya’ll.

Belle finally made off with my lip gloss after spending way too much time trying to steal my BootayBag. She’s nuts.

I’m a chronic over-packer, but I firmly believe you can never pack too many pairs of panties or socks when you travel. (Socks especially if you happen to have a husband who to tends to forget extras.) I always grab a blanket scarf, comfy house shoes, a reusable water bottle, a lip gloss (preferably with a mirror like this one!), a blanket, and – you guessed it – plenty of undies! Continue reading “Holiday Travel Made Easy with BootayBag”

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Eat-What-You-Want Thanksgiving Plaid Dress

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I hope you’re as ready for some turkey, gravy, stuffing, and major cranberry sauce this Thursday as I am! Living. For. It! I can’t really say I’ve been particularly food conscious this month… yet I feel particularly ready for – and deserving of – all the food I plan to consume this Thanksgiving.

I hope you get to be with your family or friends for the holiday, and if you’re traveling, please be safe! We’re so lucky to spend this Thursday – Saturday with my mom, so I’ll be soaking up every second of this time with her.

My hubby Thomas always wakes up early to cook our turkey, it’s his thing and I love it. I handle the sides and mom brings the desserts, and I adore that element of tradition that we share. Real talk, Thomas’s turkey is incredible every year. He injects it with this Cajun butter and checks on it every 30 minutes, it’s my favorite. I’m ready.

Luckily for all of us I’ve found the perfect holiday dress that’s comfy, loose-fitting, and perfectly plaid so we can eat all the turkey – and then all the leftover turkey – that we want!

I love this dress because it’s got a classic black and white plaid pattern that’s dark and flattering with a fun good stitching accent for that holiday vibe! It honestly feels like wearing a big tshirt with some tights (or leggings, whatever you prefer). It’s the perfect outfit to look put-together for the holidays while feeling totally comfortable (well, as comfortable as your clothes can be) around your family!

I’m all about an actual effortlessly chic look for way less: this dress is from Target and I’ve linked similar dresses and all outfit details below!

Keep scrolling for all the links you’ll need to shop this comfy and classic Thanksgiving look, including the booties and scarf. I’m completely in love with the soft material of this dress, which is under $30!

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First Impressions: Hearth & Hand by Magnolia

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Anyone else run to Target to check out the new Hearth and Hand by Magnolia line yesterday? I also may or may not have looked at it online before and after the in-store trip. And again this morning . . . . .


I think I was more excited about the Chip & Jo release than I’ve been for anything along the lines of fashion weeks, awards shows, or even other Target collaborations to date. There’s something about the chicness the Gaines fam elicits from simplicity that makes ya want to spend $34.99 on a large metal lantern because . . . I mean, they’re #LifeGoals

I definitely drug my husband to Target to check out the new line with me . . . partly because he’s my best frand and I love spending every second possible with him, but also because he’s got pretty darn good taste when it comes to fashion.

Just the other day while we were looking at winter coats, I picked up an olive green cargo-style coat with embroidered flowers and tried it on. Thomas made a few comments like, “Ohh, how long were you in the Army?” and “What are all these pockets for, your things?” and I laughed. Even when he said it looked like it was from the Limited Too . . .

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Girl Boss Feature: Catrina Earls Photography

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I’m so glad you’ve stopped by because I’ve got a very special blog post for you tonight featuring Catrina Earls of Catrina Earls Photography!


Catrina shot our first anniversary session, and let me just say firsthand, her work is incredible. From her eye to her editing, I’m absolutely in shock and awe at the beautiful moments she captured for us. I’m going to cherish these photos and everything they mean to me for the rest of our lives. They will hang on the walls of our future first home as the most powerful reminders of everything we’ve been through and accomplished in this first year together.


Just as sweet was the process of getting to work Catrina, who has the kindest soul. Her husband – who I can tell believes in her fiercely and supports her even more – was with her waiting on top of Craggy Pinnacle. Thomas and I made it to a point in the trail with a bit of a curve and a clearing and some gigantic boulders, and there was the cutest couple in puffy dark coats staring off into the fog. I knew it was them, and not just because of the cute Aztec print camera backpack Catrina carries! (I need one so I can be like her, please.)


Anyway, I knew because she immediately turned around with a playful smile and called out, “Wait, you mean didn’t hike all the way up here IN the dress?!” I knew we were going to have some fun with Catrina in charge, and that bright, playful spirit is exactly what your soul needs when you’re standing on top of a mountain in the middle of the Blue Ridge Parkway.


I don’t know about you, but how I feel in a photo shoot completely depends on how the photographer makes me feel. I know that sounds so lazy or weak, but I don’t mean it that way at all. It’s the same as with a workout class: if your fitness instructor doesn’t set the tone with those first few breaths, what’s the point? When a photographer has the level of experience that Catrina has as one of the leading photographers in Charlotte and beyond, then it leads to an easy and kind confidence that helps all the poses flow that much more naturally.


Catrina made us both feel happy and focused on each other, giggling without thinking about it, naturally, instead of feeling like the legitimately awkward kids we all know we both are. Catrina’s cues were fun and easy to follow, and chatting with her in between different spots on the trail was just as fun and easy. She’s one of those people you’re truly thankful to have met within moments of meeting them, because she’s that genuine.


To help YOU get to know more about Catrina, keep reading for some REAL TALK Q&A down below!
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Sweater Weather

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Can we just take a moment for the magical Fall weather we’ve been having lately?! Thank you, Jesus!

 

You know we live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and let me just tell ya’ll: FALL IS HERE! Finally! I know my fellow babes across the Carolinas and Tennessee have also been ***BLESSED*** with the most perfect, slightly chilly Autumn weather this entire week! I hope ya’ll are enjoying this long-awaited season change as much as I am!

In honor of Autumn finally making an appearance, I’ve put together some links of my favorite sweaters for Fall. As always, the links are clickable + shoppable! 🙂

Be sure to check out the newest additions to the blog!

    • I’m super excited about the carousel-style slideshow of most recent blog posts over to the right.
      • The preview photos are clickable and will take you straight to the corresponding post! Check it out here:

    • There’s a brand new SHOP MY INSTA! tab in the menu up above.
      • The photos of recent outfits on my Instagram are clickable and will display shop-able links of exactly where everything’s from, and similar options of various price ranges!  Check it out here:

 

 

Let’s dive in to some totally affordable, major on-sale Fall sweaters, shall we?!

Buy the major on sale version (under $30!!!!) HERE!

Buy this exact sweater HERE!
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Sereni-tea Found: Fantastica Tea

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Is anyone else completely swooning over this beautiful Autumn weather we’ve been having lately? The weather in the Carolinas has been inching closer to the perfect Fall weather I crave all year long, and I am here for it. 

Until Sunday – which happened to be the first day of October – the mornings and evenings were cool and lovely, but the majority of the day was still unbearably hot and humid. These past three days (*pleeease don’t let me jinx this!*) have been absolutely perfect, and I hope that kind of crisp October weather is here to stay!

This cream mug with gold flecks is from Anthropologie!

October is my favorite month of the year for so many reasons. The perfect Fall weather has been an always, but it’s also now – and for always – our wedding anniversary month! I can’t believe we’ll be celebrating one year of marriage this weekend, but I am so ready to celebrate that with my husband, ya’ll! It’s still so fun and new to say, “husband.” I like to think the giddy feeling that word brings me won’t ever quite wear off.

Speaking of husbands, I know of one hubby in particular who has a surprise planned for me this weekend . . . EEEK! I adore surprises and can’t wait to find out what he has planned for us for our anni. I was told to take this Friday off work, and I did . . . but I don’t know much beyond that. I’ll of course keep ya’ll posted on Instagram during our . . . I don’t know!?!?!?!?!

With the changing of seasons comes the changing of my coffee and tea temperatures . . . LOL, but really. I can be pretty seasonal when it comes to my coffee and tea orders. During the summer months, I am all about cold brew coffee and iced tea all day. But once the weather cools . . . there is absolutely nothing like a warm cup of tea to start, continue, and end the day.

Normally I spend, well, let’s just say way too much time in Trader Joe’s, Publix, World Market, Home Goods, and just about anywhere else you can find a decent assortment of teas. Smelling the boxes, reading the boxes, studying the artwork on the boxes, putting 10 different boxes in my shopping cart, putting back all but one or two, you know the “trying to find the perfect blend” drill. I can never decide on the right one – or just one – and I usually have buyer’s remorse for the blends I left behind.

The sample packs are always way overpriced, so that’s not an option, but I use to wish it was because different teas speak different languages. Green teas can help with weight loss and brain function, black teas can help with everything from low-concentration to poor blood circulation, Earl Grey teas are good for combating anxiety and depression, and the list goes on and on . . .

How perfect is the Fantastica Tea logo on each tea tag? I love the the classic leaf emblem and simplistic chic black and white lines. Be sure to use code “elle20” at checkout for a special discount!

Enter Fantastica Tea, a sweet little gem of a company that I am so glad to have connected with. For starters, I’m in love with the company’s motto:

“Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.”

Fantastica Tea is the “tea of hope,” and everything in their work reflects that idea. From their customer service to the exploration and thought they put behind their tea blends, Fantastica Tea is the growing business you need to know about. Oh, and:

SPOILER ALERT: BE SURE TO USE CODE ELLE20 AT CHECKOUT FOR A SPECIAL DISCOUNT ON ME! 

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Fall Wedding Guest Style with PinkBlush

 

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It’s finally Fall (officially in TWO days! eeek!) and that means one of my favorite things is here: Fall weddings! 

And, if you were thinking “pumpkins,” then . . . YASS. That is definitely my other favorite Fall thing.

Let’s swing 😉 right in to the most gorgeous Fall fashion by PinkBlush, shall we?

Fall Wedding Style: PinkBlush Boutique

If you’ve seen my Insta, then you know we took a long weekend trip to Nashville last week to catch up with our college friends and attend our college roommate’s gorgeous Fall wedding! It was such an incredible trip, and Nashville was a whirlwind of fun as always.

We went to the Farmer’s Markets in both Clarksville and Nashville, ate at our favorite Clarksville restaurant and a new Nashville burger joint we’d never heard of, drank champagne, did a lot of catching up, and watched our sweet fraternity brother and sorority sister get married. It was almost too good, and we miss being there already.

A glimpse inside our lunch at Burger Republic, where the Tennessee Burger is a must according to the hubby.

How gorgeous is this mural in the Gulch area of Nashville? There was a line to take a picture here, ya’ll! I’d say we waited about 10 minutes, maybe a little less. Worth it. Nashville has so many cool pieces of art like this. I loved it!


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