Nine Favorite Things.

Hello from home! It was back to normal life this week. A lot of cooking, smiles, snow, freezing temperatures, a few fires to put out, and more! This week has been a real mix of emotions!

I’m heading to the airport today, and I’m pretty excited. I have back-to-back travel and will be away for 10 days, maybe more. Part of me is nervous, but more than anything I feel excited and so happy! This trip is all for work. We have the last couple of book signings, a stop in Miami for the South Beach Food and Wine Festival (I secretly want to plan a day trip to Palm Beach, one of my favorite places to visit), then another trip to New York to tape a fun morning show and a record a podcast too!

I really love the podcasting platform and always get excited when I’m invited to record. It’s such a great way to have a long-form conversation. What podcasts do you love to listen to? What’s your favorite podcast style? I’m genuinely very curious to hear what you all love. Plus, I’m always looking for new podcasts to listen to!

I could not be more excited to head to Toronto! I’ve never been, and this will be my first time coming to Canada for a book signing. I was really nervous the tickets wouldn’t sell, but our Canadian community really came through, and the tickets are just about sold out!! How fun! I can’t wait to meet many of you soon. It’s going to be fun!

I spent some time this week planning out looks for my travel. I love to have my outfits planned before leaving home. We first make a spreadsheet full of looks. Then, I order any new pieces I might need and try everything on (which is not my favorite process, but it’s worth it, and it saves time while traveling!). Then I create a packing list, being sure not to leave anything off, and then pack it all! I have a bag of white and black layering tees that I always bring and some extra tights in case any rip, which they usually do! These I keep in my bag for all trips so if I need them, they are there!

This process/method makes packing so much easier and takes the stress out of getting dressed for events and or meetings. It is a good amount of work though! Also, fun fact? I really dread packing. It might be one of my least favorite things to do! What about you? Love packing or dread it like me?

It’s always worth it though! Packing is not my mom’s favorite either, but she has too many people to pack for, so I understand that!

And the thing I have to say is that it was a weird week. A lot of mixed emotions. We’re in a growth phase with the brand and sometimes it’s so overwhelming and scary. I don’t feel like I know all the right moves to be making. And then we had some fires to put out this week that just felt overwhelming. If you struggle with anxiety like me, deep breathing is really helpful. I’m obviously not a doctor, but I do think my inferred light sun blanket helps me at night. And, of course, legs up the wall! I do both of these every night and they really help to calm my energy!

Ok, I think that’s all of my rambles for today. Enjoy a very springy Favorite’s post, and happy Sunday!

What are you looking forward to?

1. Things i’m loving, wanting, and excited to try.

reading/watching…Review: Netflix’s ‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ Is the Wellness Wake-Up Call We All Need. Have you watched this yet? It’s beyond crazy.

everything in my cart (low)…The Frankie Shop always has the best coats. I love this wool jacket. I think I would wear it with these cute dark wash jeans from Lioness. And to complete the look, the perfect Faux Leather Bowling Bag

Loving this wool blend sweater for cold days. It’s February, we need sweaters! This is a great knit top to layer with. If you need a full skirt, try this skirt from Free People. This Reformation pointelle top is another great staple.

Zara has the perfect basic soft knit sweater.

Jewelry-wise, I love these tubular pavé triple huggie earrings from Coach.

listening to…The Truth About Toxic Products: How Plastics Are Polluting Your Food Without You Knowing With Caraway Founder Jordan Nathan. You must listen to this. I already ordered a whole Caraway set.

planning a spring vacation…consider Puerto Escondido. This cute Oaxacan surf town has some of the best hotels, restaurants, and beaches. What an easy and fun spot in Mexico to travel to!

loving… the Khaite fall/winter 2025 collection. Every look is so pretty. I’m obsessed with this collection. Khaite makes the best leather pieces and outerwear. 

also loving…Tory Burch. Her collection that t was shown for fall/winter 2025 NYFW is the prettiest I’ve seen yet. She knows how women want to dress!

shopping…Joseph Altuzarra’s First Collection for Victoria’s Secret. This collection, which is now available on Victoria’s Secret, is really chic and cute. This has a mid-range price point that’s more attainable than a traditional designer collection. I love this satin evening coat. Very pretty!

everything in my cart (beauty)…going to order this Le Baume All-In-One Repairing Balm for Extremely Dry Skin and Eczema from Doré. I read about how effective it is for dry skin. It’s also good for winter skin and anyone suffering from dermatitis. Plus, it’s super affordable!

I’ve also read the same about the Redness Solutions Daily Relief Face Cream from Clinique. And then I love the Barrier Butter from Rhode too.

Want to try this Copper Body Brush from HigherDOSE.

Makeup-wise, Bella Hadid created the cutest 5-minute makeup routine using this Moisture Surge Tinted Moisturizer from Clinique and a Match Stix Matte Skinstick Amber in contour shade with cool undertones matte finish from Fenty Beauty. Seems easy enough to me!

watching…The Short Report With Sabrina Carpenter.

ordered…CRZ YOGA Butterluxe High Waisted Lounge Legging. Can’t wait to try these out. Apparently, they’re just as good or better than Lululemon, Alo, etc.

everything in my cart (high)…I love this Nando Jacket from Khaite (I told you, the brand has the best jackets!). And these are really cute brushed leather pumps from Prada.

dreaming of going…Hokkaido, Japan. I need to make it to Japan. My younger brothers, Red and Malachi, love Tokyo, maybe this is our next trip!

something fun…9 Cool Girl Hobbies That Will Also Improve Your Quality of Life. I want to try to get into a new hobby together with Asher (I keep nudging her). Adding ballet to my list of things to try!

2. The 5+ Recipes I Have On Repeat.

Crispy Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Ranch (I make with beef + double the cheese!)

Creamy White Chicken Chili (with double the salsa verde)

Sheet Pan Chili Ginger Orange Chicken and Broccoli

Easy Chipotle Cheddar Beef Chili or Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili

Sheet Pan Honey Buffalo Chicken 

Baked Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken

Pot Roast Gyros or 25 Minute Tzatziki Gyro Rice Bowls

3. Presidents Day Sales.

home

clothes

4. Book Tour Updates.

Aspen – I was so bummed to have to cancel the book tour signing with FWRD/REVOLVE yesterday. We made the call mid-week as we knew a big storm was coming. We made the right call; the highway was closed, and I wouldn’t have been able to get there. As of early this morning, Aspen has received 15″ of snow with a winter weather warning, and more snow expected today.

Toronto – Wednesday, February 19, 6:00 pm at the Crate and Barrel in the Yorkdale Shopping Centre. As mentioned above, I’m so excited to hit Canada, and that ticket sales are going well!

Miami – Sunday, February 23, 1:00 pm at the Crate and Barrel at The Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables. There are still plenty of tickets here, so please come and see me! This should be a more intimate signing with more time to chat and browse the store!

Brooklyn – We had to cancel/reschedule this stop. Ticket sales weren’t great, plus we’re working to plan an event here in late March/early April.

Link to Book Tour Page – where tickets can be purchased!

5. The Comments.

We’ve made a big change to the comments section of the website. I’m sure many of you have noticed. In order to leave a comment on the website, your comment now has to be approved before it’s posted. This is a huge change for us and a change that I was really hoping to not have to make. It makes me so sad to limit who can comment now. After a year+ of hateful, hurtful comments left only to create conflict in the comment section, we needed to make the change.

It seems we had a group of people who really just wanted to bring hate to a space that I want to feel happy and uplifting. These rude, hurtful comments steered many away from reading the site as they felt targeted every time they left a kind comment. This made me so sad. Our comment section has always been a place for us to answer your questions, take in constructive feedback, and listen to your stories!

I want to get back to this! I hope that by managing the comments before they are posted, we can bring back the positivity! This space is only meant to bring happiness into our lives. I’m excited to get it back!

6. Inspiring Me – My “style” Pinterest Board.

(the cutest denim on demin look)

7. Favorite Links I’m Loving.

The Snack You Need to Try From Trader Joe’s, According to Customers

5 Things Nobody Needs in Their Kitchen After 40 (Seriously, It’s Time to Let Go)

Feeling Bored? Maybe You Need an “Adult Field Trip”

8 of Abercrombie’s Most Popular Jeans

The Best Afternoon Teas in New York City

Home Items to Splurge Vs. Save On, According to Design Experts

15 Cozy Books to Curl Up With This Winter, from Classics to New

How to Build Your Self-Confidence: The Key to a More Intentional Life

50 Thoughtful First Date Questions That Skip the Small Talk

8. Nordstrom Winter Sale.

designer pieces on sale

the beauty sale 

Lioness at Nordstrom

9. This week’s dinners + favorite weekend eats.

Monday: 25 Minute Tzatziki Gyro Rice Bowls

Tuesday: One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

Wednesday:Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken

Thursday: Garlic Butter Pasta alla Vodka with Melty Burrata

Friday: Baked Garlic Parmesan Boneless Wings

Saturday: Homemade Hostess Cupcakes

Sunday: Rich and Creamy Tahini Hot Chocolate