medicine
- Another one from Tell Me Something I Don't Know: research has shown that Tylenol may help dull emotional pain. There isn't truly enough research on it to say that's true, but it is an intriguing idea!
- The Seidel Test is used to see if the anterior chamber of the eye is leaking after trauma to the cornea. The pictures of it are so cool!
- Natal teeth are teeth that are present at birth - it happens in about 1 in every 2,000 births.
on the internet
- How amazing does Jean look in this red hot jump suit?! 🔥
- I have always loved Anne's gift guides - she took something that is all over the internet right now (mine included...heyyy!), and put such a fun spin on the traditional gift guide. We want more!
- Amanda discusses decorating for the holidays with non-traditional Christmas colors.
spotted
- Now that BP's booties are on sale, I think it's time to make them mine! Black or cognac?!
- Majorly crushing on this maroon lace dress - pair it with tights for a holiday party, and wear on its own next spring!
- I haven't jumped on the bomber jacket trend yet, but I'm really tempted by Anthro's olive linen version - it's not quite as puffy, and would go with everything.
- I am having the hardest time finding toppers that fall between a casual cardigan and a business formal blazer. Do you have any recommendations for a structured "third piece" that can help make outfits feel more complete, but aren't as stuffy as a suit jacket or blazer? I would love something versatile enough to pair with a tank top shell and pants/skirt for work, or over a dress.
- As soon as I read this, I knew the answer - a ponte or knit blazer! They mostly have the structure of a blazer, but also the comfort and casualness that a cardigan has. LC Lauren Conrad has a great version that comes in six colors. Rachel Roy also has a collarless version that would look great with a ton of items in your closet. This blazer is currently 40% off, comes in five colors, and also comes in petite sizing!
- I'm beginning my bar course soon in preparation to take the bar in February. How did you stay disciplined and on schedule when studying for boards? It's going to be a long 8 weeks of studying and I would appreciate any tips you have!
- For me, it was all about having a schedule set up for every day. I knew exactly what I needed to get done each day - what pages I was going to read, what questions I was going to do, and what notes I was going to review. It kept me on track, it kept me motivated to check things off the list every day, and it kept my anxiety at bay because it can be really daunting to look at all you have to learn over that time period, but breaking it up into daily chunks makes it all seem so much more manageable. Other things that helped was making time most days to work out, cook real meals, and get good nights of sleep - you can't run on empty, and this is a time you really have to dedicate yourself to your studies! I also always had my little things that made the experience better - pandora one so I wouldn't have to listen to commercials, my noise canceling headphones to drown out my dogs, lots of bubble water, and my favorite pens!
- My parents keep asking me what I want for Christmas, but I'm at that age where I don't really have any wishes! What are you asking for this year?
- I'm struggling with that same issue this year! I think eventually you just get to that age when you just buy the things you want, instead of waiting for the holidays. On my wish list this year I have an Apple Watch keychain charger, a humidifier, and a nice candle. With our upcoming graduation, move, and wedding, we really aren't asking a lot from each other and our families.
on franish
- on the blog: black friday deals that are still going on today!
- on the instagram: venue hunting :)
- on the pinterest: mmmmm, cake!
notable sales
- J.Crew: last day to save 40% off
- I'm loving this fringe hemmed skirt - I wish the navy version was still available in my size!
- How comfy would this fuzzy vest be? It would look great with a striped top and distressed denim!
- I just ordered these dreamy pants. I've been eyeing them up for months now!
- Mark & Graham: 25% off everything
- For the traveler in your life: an amazing herringbone passport cover
- For the organizer: a leather travel wallet that keeps everything in one spot
- For the preppy techie: a plaid monogrammed phone case
- Nordstrom: extra 20% off sale items
- You rarely see rag & bone jeans on sale like this! Almost all sizes still available.
- A genuine leather jacket for now under $200?! Obsessed.
- The original Hunter boots, now 25% off!
at home
- We booked our wedding venue!!! I'm kind of shocked how quickly that happened. We knew what kind of venue we wanted (a barn) and where (upstate New York), so when we were up here for the long weekend, we looked at a few of the most popular one, found one that had basically everything we wanted, and just went for it! It's all going down June 2018 - it seems so far away, but then I look at everything we have to do until then, and it seems much closer than one would think.
- This weekend we ran our Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving - it was a little over four miles in the cold rain, but it was actually pretty fun! Plus it made me feel just a little bit better about all the stuffing I had later in the day. I hope you guys had a great Thanksgiving as well!
- If you have a second, I'd be so grateful if you could vote for me for the Everyday Style award. Thank you!!
- PS: Happy Birthday, Mom!
