Wednesday Quote

 

"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful."

-Norman Vincent Peale

Happy Wednesday, 

ARS xx

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Mini Muse: Amanda Woods in The Holiday

It's Christmas week, so I'm trying to stay on theme and thought it would be fun to highlight the chic wardrobe of Amanda Woods, Cameron Diaz's character in The Holiday. Over Thanksgiving my family had a marathon of holiday movies and was reminded why this one is a perennial favorite of the family. It reminds me of my close friend Katrina (we both love this movie and watched it every year in college) and I still think the outfits are the epitome of winter goals. Amanda's cozy knits are glamorous, comfortable and chic all at the same time, which is not an easy feat. Who doesn't want to be decked out in luxurious cashmeres, silks, and just the right amount of sparkle? Below are the looks I'm actively trying to recreate this holiday season. 

What movies inspire your style?

ARS xx

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Pretty Pins for Staying Cool, Calm and Collected

Between the Christmas rush and the anxiety induing headlines of late it's easier than ever to hit the panic button. Instead, I'm taking a deep breath and remembering my 2020 mantra - control the controllables. I'm focusing on my vitamin regimen, getting all of my Christmas gifts ordered and wrapped up with a bow, and remembering that I'm in a much better place mentally this year than I was last year. I am doing what I can do to keep myself calm and organized this Christmas season so I can celebrate as safely as possible. Below are few pins that are keeping me cool, calm and collected as we reach the final stretch of the holiday madness and possibly enter another rough covid patch. 

Who else is half ready for the week ahead?

ARS xx

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Currently...

Signing up for Yoga With Adrienne's 30 Days of Yoga with my cousin Grace! This will be my fourth year participating and it's the best way to start the year. 2022 here we come! 

Catching up on all of my Christmas shopping. Moving was a major endeavor and to be honest I fell behind on my Christmas shopping. Now that I'm  a bit more settled it's time to do a major shopping trip for the family! 

Experiencing Palm Beach as a local. Moving to Palm Beach has been a literal dream and even though I've only visited, living here full time will be quite a shift in mindset! I'm eager to become what one would deem a local and will share my journey with you. 

Revisiting my 101 in 1001 list. When I made my list I didn't anticipating moving out of New York so I'm trying to see what is feasible and realistic for this current season and how I can make most of them happen.

Taking my closet editing very seriously. I've mentioned wanting to do a full closet cleanse before, but now that I've moved states I'm taking it to the next level. I need to update my wardrobe and this is the perfect time to do this undesirable (for me) chore. 

Bon weekend,

ARS xx

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Thursday Night Party Planning: Christmas Craft Night

When I was in 7th grade my Mom planned a (now) infamous crafting party. At the time I was slightly horrified because I was new to the school and she invited a bunch of people I hardly knew. I didn't know if they were even as into crafts as I was and I panicked in a way only a 7th grader would! Turns out I found my fellow crafting buddies and we had a really fun time making ornaments. It was so much fun that my new guy friends were sulky and asked where their invites were (something that is still a thing today). I still am a crafter, but my old city life meant I had very limited space and frankly I didn't want glitter all over my studio and now I am building a new friend network. I do, however, think it would be SO fun to have a few friends over to craft, bake cookies, and catch up on everything and maybe a great new way to make friends down in Florida. Below are a few ideas to kick of planning your own craft night and possibly inspiring a future one for me! 

Invitations really set the tone and get everyone in the holiday spirit right off the bat! 

Normally I'd say a great playlist is key, but because we'll all be catching up and having fun with crafts maybe a holiday movie, like The Holiday, playing in the background ads a fun and different element. 

A good assortment of crafts is essential! Ornament making, wreath making, and anything Martha Stewart is a good idea too. 

Snacks are my second favorite part and maybe the most important part of the party?! 

A PJ dress code would be fun! I have a chic new pair of pjs I would love to have an excuse to wear before NYE comes around. 

Cheers to a festive weekend,

ARS xx

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Tuesday Mantra

 

"Some Christmas tree ornaments do a lot more than glitter and glow, they represent a gift of love given a long time ago." – Tom Baker

'Tis the season for holiday sparkle and delight, 

ARS xx

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Pretty Pins for A Fresh Start

It's been way too long since I last checked in here, but to be honest I was not in the best head space to write and contribute in a positive way. I've been in a pretty dark place the past few months, but I am on the up and up and ready to start sharing bits and pieces of myself again. That being said, there have been many life changes in the past few weeks! I left NY and moved to Palm Beach (pinch me!) and I am thrilled to still be working in the same industry and starting a new job at the same company. Sometimes a fresh start is just what the doctor ordered and landing where I did could not have been more perfect. Below are a few pins inspiring me as I transition to a new season in life. 

Happy Monday! 

ARS xx

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