Good Morning!
Yay! We are already back to Friday thanks to the short work week 🙂
Today for my Friday Finds, I decided to post a bunch of summer wardrobe staples. I know a lot of us are all itching for the warm days that lay ahead, so I’ve taken the liberty of rounding up a few items that will spruce up any summertime wardrobe! And the best part is that each item is under $50!!
Hi All!
Americana is one of my all-time favorite words. I think I first heard it as a Jeopardy! category many, many, many years ago and I thought it was such a funny word. I feel like it sounds pretentious even though, in general, I feel like America is the opposite. When I think of America the first thing I think of is rednecks, followed closely by George Washington. lol
In any event, I use the word “Americana” a lot and today I’m using it to describe my Friday Finds!
I know everyone is super excited about the kickoff of summer, so today I’m sharing a few patriotic looking finds and some of my favorite items currently on sale!
I’m realllyyyyy into looking patriotic during Americana season – which to me, runs from Memorial Day through 4th of July. It’s look patriotic time and that means any red, white, and blue outfits are welcomed! In addition to supporting your country, it’s a great color combo! It’s also REALLY EASY to dress in these colors since they are pretty basic and anyone can pull them off!
The most basic Americana uniform is jean shorts, a white top and a splash of red somewhere. I think any amount of effort to look patriotic is great and should be celebrated!
Below are links to the items in the collage to help inspire you look your most Americana self!
Bp. Linen Blend Camisole Top – Breathable material and the buttons front look is really on trend this summer. On sale for $19.98!
High Rise Cuffed Denim Shorts – These are by Madewell and are currently 20% off! I actually ordered these, but ultimately returned because I didn’t love that the cuff isn’t sewn permanently into the shorts. But you may like that and the fact that they can be rolled or not. I can attest that they run true to size and I felt that they were a great denim wash for the summer.
Women’s Havaianas Slim Usa Flip Flop – Everyone needs a pair of Havaianas. The most comfortable flip flop I’ve ever owned and the little American flag on them is adorable.
2 Person Loveseat – How cute is this lawn chair loveseat?! It’s only $35! They also offer a single person one for $15 here!
Striped Tote Bags – A slightly patriotic look for your canvas tote bag! This camera bag is also really cute with the red, white & blue strap!
Star Lounge Tee – It’s fun to sometimes add a splash more Americana fashion to your life and wear a star tee!
Bikini – I actually kind of loathe the quintessential 4th of July bikini seen here. It’s just a tad extra and overdone for me. However, I am all for this one from Target that has some cute patriotic color blocking in the top. The matching bottoms are high rise and are almost sold out so I’m linking a red bottom that could also be worn. In my experience, Target swimsuits run kind of small so I would size up!
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Moving on, there are so many sales going on for Memorial Day Weekend!
Right now Nordstrom is having their Half Yearly Sale! Here are some of my favorite items on sale: (Click on each item for details!)
J.Crew is offering an extra 50% off sale styles and 40% off regular priced items!
This leopard print sweatshirt is only $31.99!
This wrap top is only $19.99! A little dark, but I’m wearing it here:
I own this rugby shirt and it’s a great classic top – especially for under $15.
A few other really good sales I’m hoping to shop!
Lancome – 20% off through 5/30 with code FRIENDS
Gap – 40% off everything with code READY. Plus and extra 10% off with code COOL
Express – 40% off everything
J.Crew Factory – 60% off men’s and women’s styles!
I hope everyone has a great holiday weekend!!
xo
Holly
Good Morning!!
I’m so happy that it’s Friday because tomorrow is the launch of one of the best Target collaborations yet: Vineyard Vines for Target! It is available for purchase starting Saturday, 5/18!!
Target has had some great designer collaborations in the past, but I am especially excited about this one. Vineyard Vines has the most darling, preppy, cute, beach-y clothing & accessories but at some of the most ridiculous prices! Luckily, their line with Target features over 300 pieces at really affordable prices. Their offerings include men, women, children, & baby clothing, home decor, outdoor fun & games, pet, and tabletop pieces!
The line is available in stores and live online starting tomorrow, 5/18 – probably around 3am. However, Target has had the items online for about a week now and you can “heart” which items are your favorites for easier checkout for when you can actually purchase!
So today for my Friday Finds, I am sharing some of my favorite items from the collection! Shop the whole collection here.
1. Women’s Shep Shirt $35
2. Throw Blanket $30
3. Beach Bag $40
4. Belt Bag $20
5. 4 Piece Cosmetic Bag Set $30
6. Women’s Romper $30 – matching kids version here!
7. Lidded Wine Cup $5
8. Toddler Shorts $12
9. Tall Whale Cup $10
10. Plush Stuffed Whales $18
11. 4 Piece Tray Set $25
12. Men’s Jacket $35
13. Play Beach Set $12
14. Men’s Bathing Suit $25
15. Kid’s Hat $12
16. Adult Hat $16
17. Baby Bodysuit $12
18. Men’s Gingham Shirt $30
19. Toddler Dress $18
20. Wall Hooks $25
There are just so many cute items! I think I will most likely be a total crazy person and set my alarm for 3am to shop the collection online. I had to do it with the Hunter collection last year and I was able to snag most of the items that I wanted before they sold out. This collection is bigger, but I suspect a fairly quick sell out of the men’s and women’s clothing and for some of the accessories. Missing out is the worst so I will be up super early for this one!
Will you also be shopping this collection?! Let me know what you think of the collaboration in the comments!
xo
Holly
Good Morning!!
Today I wanted to talk about the 1990s. The 90s were such a fun time! I used to walk and ride my bike everywhere with my big sister. First we’d walk to McDonalds and eat our #2 value meals (probably super sized.) Then we’d head on over to Strawberries to listen to some tunes. Then mosey on over to CVS to look over the cosmetics section and perhaps get some new Bonne Bell lip gloss (I think we all know the vanilla frosting one was THE BEST.)
Then as I entered my teenage years I loooooved turning on the ol’ family Gateway computer, signing onto AOL and anxiously await to hear if my favorite voice would say “You’ve got mail.” (Those Blue Mountain greeting cards were my fav!) Then I’d play some Slingo, decide whether or not to IM my crush, and move along with my day. It was great!
I’ve really been loving the 90s resurgence in fashion and pop culture lately. I really love it since it’s a way to relive those memories and still feel connected to all of those great times!
So today for my Friday Finds I’m sharing a bunch of recent 90s inspired fashion & fun items that I’m loving!
1. Adidas Falcon Sneaker $100.00
A little on the pricey side, but these fun, retro-looking sneakers are awesome! They come in a bunch of different colors, but the pair in the collage and the one below are definitely the most 90s looking!
2. Tank Top $25.50
This tank top is well worth $25.50!
All That was seriously one of the best shows from the 90s! In addition to All That, Nickelodeon was really killing it with the SNICK line up on Saturday nights. Clarissa, Round House, Ren & Stimpy, & Are You Afraid of the Dark? made my Saturday nights the best! I still have a SNICK keychain that I mailed away for after collecting several proof of purchases from Corn Flakes cereal boxes!
3. Personalized Hoop Earrings $128.00
I ALWAYS wanted personalized “Holly” earrings like this!!! Anyone else want their name on their earrings?!
4. Black Sandals $70.00
These sandals were EVERYWHERE and I think every girl owned a pair. Steve Madden brought them back only about a month ago and they are so popular that they are only still available in a couple of sizes! Snag them if you can!! Also available at Urban Outfitters.
5. 90s Pop Culture Trivia Game $14.99
I think I really need this game. If for nothing else, to quiz myself on 90s trivia because I love it that much! It would also make for a fun gift. The little write up on the back sounds so promising!
6. Prairie Posies Slipdress $59.99
The first thing I think of when it comes to 90s fashion is simple floral dresses like this. I’m literally right back to the mall going to Barbara Moss with my sister watching her try on similar dresses with little flowers all over them!
Old Navy has also been channeling the 90s as several new arrivals have little daisies all over them!
7. Cards Against Humanity 90s Set $5.00
Another fun 90s edition to your favorite game!
8. The North Face Jacket $230.00
This jacket is the coolest and you would for sure look so cool wearing it. I wish it did not come with a $230 price tag, though. The North Face jackets do usually eventually go on sale so I will be stalking this one for sure! I also love this fleece!
The whole ’92 Rage collection is here – they have a lot of good stuff for guys, too!
9. Cooler $39.99
I think I must follow all kinds of old school accounts on Instagram since I only know about this because it came up as an Instagram ad on my feed. Which makes me really happy that Instagram totally gets me and knows that I would really want to hear that Igloo has come out with a 90s line of retro looking coolers!! Job well done, Instagram!! I know everyone else complains about the algorithm, but they really pegged me right on this one!
So, Igloo has released three retro coolers! I think my mom probably still owns that smaller size one in those same exact colors. That definitely looks like our beach cooler to me! Pack it up with tunafish sandwiches, Cape Cod chips, some Capri Sun and let’s go!! I’ll bring the Scatch!
That’s all for today! Do you love the 90s as much as I do?!
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
xo
Holly
Hi All!
Since Mother’s Day is next Sunday, I decided to use this week’s installment of Friday Finds to share Mother’s Day gift ideas!
I think you can break down Mother’s Day gifts into four different categories.
First, figure out which gift category best suits your mom. Then read through the gift ideas below as I have linked a few products from each category!
Hi All!
It’s Fridaaaay and I’m back featuring my weekly Friday Finds! This week I’ve put together a roundup of some items I’m currently loving and they are all under $50!!
Hi All!!
I hope everyone had a good week and is looking forward to the holiday weekend!
Today for my Friday Finds I decided to focus on Nordstrom because they are currently having a big Spring Sale! It’s actually been going on for over a week and ends on Monday, 4/22.
Since it did start a week or so ago, many items are either already sold out or there are only a few sizes left. However, I have combed through the shoes, accessories, and clothing and I’m linking tons of good stuff that IS left! AND the best part is the almost everything I’m linking is under $50!! So enjoy and do a little shopping! Mother’s Day is coming up and some of the jewelry that I’m linking would make great gifts!
Simply click directly on the product picture to be taken to the Nordstrom site and view full product details!
The only shoes that I would advise against purchasing at these Steve Madden April Block Heel Sandals that are 50% off. I ordered them and they were oddly uncomfortable for such a low heel. On top of that, the Steve Madden label that is sewn in the shoe was digging into my foot when I was only walking around my house in them, so I promptly sent them back!
There are also tons of dressier sandals that would be excellent footwear choices if you had an upscale wedding to attend this summer or a fancier than normal event!
One other item – I couldn’t get the picture to load, but these earrings are really cute and 50% off!
xo
Holly
Hi All!
One spring fashion trend that I keep seeing lately is bright neon colors on all kinds of clothing & accessories. I personally love neon and I’m happy that it has stayed in fashion for the last few years. So today for my Friday Finds I decided to showcase neon in a few different accessories (& one top), which is my preferred way to wear neon. You can certainly buy a skintight neon dress from Forever 21 for $20 but honestly, that should really be reserved for, like, 18-year-olds and it’s usually not a look that most can pull off unless you are a celebrity!
I love a neon bag or shoe for a fun pop of color! Or it’s always fun to have neon nails and in my experience, China Glaze makes the best neon polish.
Click on the links below to be directed to any of the products that are in the collage!
Pumps / Hot Pink Bag / Bright Blue Top / Yellow Backpack / Nail Polish / Neon Belt / Makeup Bag / Office Supplies
Sadly, I just checked my links and the bright blue blouse is mostly sold out. But, Gibson who makes it, also offers that same bright color in two other tops here and here!
How do you feel about neon?! Let me know in the comments!
xo
Holly
Hi All!
I feel like this week has flown by! My week was a little hectic, but I’m excited for the weekend and to watch the Final Four of March Madness. 🙂
For today’s Friday Finds post, I decided to go with an all under $20 theme! Well, one item is exactly $20, but all of the rest are under!
All of these items would make great small gifts or purchase something for yourself! Sometimes you get the itch to spend, but don’t want to spend too much. Luckily, all of the products I’ve listed would fit into any tight spending budget, so treat yourself! You deserve it!
Hi All!
It’s Friday! I hope everyone has had a decent work week and is looking forward to some warmer weather this weekend! Tomorrow looks fairly promising with a high of 60°, so that’s exciting!
What’s also exciting is this week’s edition of Friday Finds! I’ve rounded up some great deals below, so let’s get to it!