It’s Friday, so y’all know what that means! It’s time to link up with Erika, Andrea, and Narci to let everybody know what some of my favorite things are right now!
FAVORITE #1: SUMMER!!!!
I tell ya what. We are good at summer over here. Staying up late? CHECK. Sleeping in late? CHECK. Pool time? CHECK. Laying around? CHECK. Bowling? CHECK. We are OWNING summer.
On Monday we joined friends at the pool for the first time, and we were so excited to head out the door!
vineyard vines hat (trucker hat option HERE!)/ similar cover up (bright pink or white)/ burlap flip flops / $28 striped beach bag
I received this tote as a gift, and I’m loving it. I still adore my huge Hayden Reis tote (and will definitely still use it some at the pool and always at the beach), but this new one is a bit smaller and so easy to tote back and forth to the pool.
I bought the Turkish towels (some linked are from Nordstrom, others are from Amazon) back in January with some of my Christmas money! I had a couple of friends rave about them, so I had to try them. Now, they are ABSOLUTELY DARLING. They look great draped over a chair on the patio, and I love all of the different color options. They take some getting used to because they aren’t as soft and not nearly as thick a regular towel, but the best part about them is that they roll up to practically nothing and take up barely any room in a tote! And you can also do TONS of them in a laundry load together. #momscore
striped tote/ turkish towel options below / TOMS burlap flip flops / vineyard vines hat (trucker hat option HERE) / sunscreen c.o. Supergoop
If you’re a visual person, here’s what’s in the pic above:
Also, although not in the bag, I’ve been really enjoying the Supergoop CC cream applied the same way you would a tinted moisturizer! I tried THE BODY LOTION this week as well and think it’s AWESOME! And I’ve received some tips from y’all that the SETTING MIST is amazing. Look what I learned about it on their site: Just announced as SHAPE‘s Sun Award winner for “Best Over Make-Up” category, DEFENSE REFRESH SETTING MIST SPF 50 is a unique three-in-one weightless mist that sets make-up, helps control oil & shine and refreshes your defense against photoaging UV rays. With antioxidant-rich rosemary and mint to help improve skin’s complexion and deliver an invigorating essence, this is your perfect pick-me-up for fresh, flawless, sun-safe skin throughout the day.
The MINERAL SUNSCREEN continues to be my current favorite. The whole family uses it on our faces, and I use it all over Carter’s body as well. The site says it’s great to use on baby’s sensitive skin too!
It was our friend Luke’s birthday, so we celebrated with some cupcakes before leaving the pool!
FAVORITE #2: Casual Summer Duds
In the summer months, a tee and shorts are my go to uniform (with either flip flops or converse). On Saturday I threw this on when taking Carter to a birthday party. I’ve had my shoreline converse for well over a year now, and I had no idea how much I would wear them, but I’m constantly reaching for them.
tee (the green I’m wearing is sold out, but there’s a similar green HERE at J Crew Factory/ rainbow wood tassel necklace / similar cuffed denim shorts
Well, I started thinking that for spring and summer I would really like the bright white! (My papyrus color sold out right after I got them.) So I ordered THESE babies. In the papyrus color above, I found them to be true to size. In these white ones, I would suggest ordering down a 1/2 size. Most reviewers do say they are true to size, but I’m thinking those of us that sized down 1/2 a size might have a more narrow foot. You know these will be so cute with our $34 dress.
FAVORITE #3: MORE FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS!
You might remember this picture from last fall. This is how you can pretty much find my two guys when we are at the ranch for the weekend. Out on the dock, just hanging out, fishing, talking, listening to music, and cracking jokes.
Pretty much every single thing in the picture is something I would recommend as a gift to give for a Father’s Day git.
Bose Speaker / Fitbit / North Face Jacket options/ Under Armour Shorts / Under Armour Tee / Reef flip flops with bottle opener on bottom
These are all of Chris’s favorite items. The ones that he wouldn’t want to live without!
THIS Bose speaker is his absolute favorite of the items above. And I know I talk about it every single time I do a gift guide for men…but I’m telling you….It’s THE PERFECT gift for so many guys! And talk about WOW FACTOR when your guy opens it up!!! He will take it everywhere and can play the music off of his phone anywhere! We use it on the porch at the ranch house, we take it to the neighbor’s when we get in their pool, and it’s great for when you’re grilling out or tailgating. It makes an awesome gift that so many guys would THRILLED to get!
Chris, and I say this with love :), IS A FREAK about sound quality. Seriously. Like, he was the guy in high school that had a serious system in his Ford Bronco and the neighbors may or may not have called my parents complaining about the volume of his music in the neighborhood. Nice. Anyway, as an adult, Chris remains VERY picky about the quality of sound a device puts out (he’s a total snob about it if we are going to be honest!) :), and he is very impressed with this particular speaker! There’s also a smaller and less expensive Bose option HERE.
I received this comment from a reader last time I talked about it:
I got that speaker for my husband after you talked about it for Christmas. It was his favorite gift. He uses it so much that now my sister in law is getting it for my brother for Father’s Day. It is a really great present.
And this one:
I got the Bose speaker for my husband for his birthday in February, and it was the biggest hit of any gift I’ve ever given him! He takes it to neighborhood get-togethers all the time, and guys are always wanting it for themselves. I’m always so proud that he loves it so much! Laurie in Fort Worth
So if you are still struggling with what to get the men in your life, you really should consider this speaker! I’m telling you, it’s awesome!
Another item in the picture is his Fitbit! Chris is OBSESSED with his.
THIS is Chris’s exact model. He loves it because it will tell him just about everything he cares to know all on this little screen: number of steps, number of flights of stairs, distance walked/run, calories burned. And it also tells you the time (so you don’t also have to wear a watch). And check this out, it will vibrate when you have an incoming phone call, and the band has caller id! The battery has a great life and lasts 4-6 days between charges. THIS one came out after he got his, and it’s a little bit fancier with a heart rate tracker.
Click HERE for this year’s Reef flip flops. For an extremely reasonable gift that gives you a lot of bang for your buck, these are what you need to get. DADS LOVE THEM. EVERYBODY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WILL WANT THEM. They are incredibly comfortable and hold up very well! Chris got his for Father’s Day last year, and they still look great! He’s a huge fan.
Here he is again in several of his favorite items, all great for gift giving.
Under Armour shirt HERE / Under Armour shorts HERE / Fitbit HERE / Brooks shoes HERE
FAVORITE #4: EMBROIDERY
I’ve shown y’all a couple of embroidered tops already this season (including THIS blue and white off the shoulder beauty), but THIS top from J Crew Factory is so cute I can hardly stand it. The ruffle sleeves, the buttons, the blue and white combo, the embroidery, AND THE LITTLE BITTY PLEATS!
FAVORITE #5: SASSY TOP
So there are certain tops that are special. These special tops are reserved for date night, girl’s night out, or vacation. THIS is one of those tops. For size reference, I’m wearing a small, so I think it’s true to size. Pay attention to the cut-outs. The cut outs crawl up one side (front and back), so skin (about an inch or two over your waistband..depending on how high or low your waistband is) will show underneath. If you aren’t willing to show some skin under the cut-outs, then this top is not for you. I’m not sure if I am willing or not, so I’m on the fence about keeping it! If you click over HERE and scroll to the bottom two pics, they will give you a good idea of the placement of the cut outs. The top is very well made and looks very expensive. And check out the bows that tie under the elbows! Oh, and please ignore my fountain pony tail. I was just at home and didn’t realize exactly how fountainy it was until I saw these pics! Hahahaha! 🙂
top / similar jeans / turquoise fringe hoop earrings / putty wedges
I ordered the above wedges, but I ended up taking them back. Even though I liked them A LOT, they weren’t different enough for me from my MUST HAVE wedges from years ago (that I still wear) to justify keeping them. Still, they are awesome and I thought y’all might want to check them out!
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
FAVORITE #6: READER E-MAILS
I always love getting e-mails from y’all, but it’s extra fun when they are affirming that y’all love a product that I love! 🙂 Here’s one I got just yesterday:
Hi Sheaffer – thanks for the tip on the philosophy “help me“. I’m a skeptic when it comes to skin products, but the pores on my nose have been driving me nuts. I decided to just try it because I trust your judgement. I’m 4 days in and I can already see a difference! Thank you!! – Heather
Click HERE if you want to try it for yourself.
And guess what! Philosophy products are 10% OFF right now! And that’s not all that’s being priced matched right now!
MAC make-up is 15% OFF HERE. Bobbi Brown is 10% OFF HERE. Lancome is 10% OFF HERE (and the only lipstick I wear is Fashion Icon found HERE).
FAVORITE #7: MY LITTLE WHITE DRESS IS BACK!
My Little White Dress is BACK IN STOCK! For size reference, I sized up 1 size and am wearing a medium. I am head over heels about this dress. The details are so sweet, especially the scallops.
my little white dress/ MUST HAVE jacket / magenta rayne necklace / cork wedges ON SALE (order 1/2 a size up)/ clutch/ watch ON SALE / gold bracelet / gold hoop earrings /ray-ban sunglasses / best strapless bra ever
Ending on 7 is making me twitch a little bit, but that’s all I’ve got! Have a wonderful weekend everybody! Oh, I almost forgot. I’m soooo sorry, but there’s not going to be a recap of Part II of The Bachelorette this week. You remember that stomach bug that Carter got a couple of weeks ago? Well he passed the bug on to me. I was pretty dang miserable for several days, but my shorts are fitting better, so there’s the silver lining! Now, about part II, I will say this: DING DONG CHAD IS GONE. WooHooooooooo!!!!!!!!! Although, I’ll probably end up missing the cold cut eating, trash talking, roid raging suitor. Cuz I’m crazy like that. If you missed the PART 1 Recap, click HERE!
Peggy says
You should keep the black off-the-shoulder blouse. It looks darling on you!
Shannon says
I was coming to say the same thing. You should definitely keep the top! Also, I’ve been a Supergoop loyalist for over a year now, and you should definitely try the mist. It’s awesome.
Shannon says
You really have been talking about that Bose speaker for awhile. I bought it (on your suggestion) two years ago for Christmas, and it is hands down the biggest hit of a present I have EVER given my hubby. He carries it everywhere (just like you said) and all the guys are jealous (just like you said). He still tells me he loves it and I always feel so proud! This year I’m going to get him the REEF flip flops. Thanks for all your suggestions!
Heather says
The mineral sunscreen link goes back to your Bachelorette Recap Episode 2 and I can’t see sunscreen in that post. Is it me?? Love that tassel necklace. I got it for mother’s day and I’ve been wearing it almost every day. It goes with everything!! I also have the Shoreline Converse in Cloud and I love them!
Sheaffer says
Oh no! Thanks for the heads up, Heather! Going to fix it now! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Kristen says
The link to the ‘Help me’ product isn’t working for me. Just a heads up!
Sheaffer says
Hi Kristen! I just checked both links, and they are both working for me! So sorry you’re having trouble!!! You can just go to nordstrom.com and type “philosophy help me” in the search bar. xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Erika Slaughter says
I’m agreeing with the people-the black top is for keeps!!!! It’s SO cute! If you need an excuse to wear it, invite me to dinner. Haha!
Kristen says
I have the converse in gray and love them but really wanted a bright white tennis shoe. I bought the Converse Jack Purcells and LOVE THEM! They have a sleaker line, better arch support and are a little more “dressy” for maxis, etc. They come with two different laces and you can also wear them without laces (I like the thin laces they came with).
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/converse-jack-purcell-lp-low-top-sneaker-women/3759474?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=OPTIC%20WHITE
Julie says
I would like to order some turkish towels from Amazon and see that you linked two different ones. Which is your favorite? Which is most absorbent? Thanks!
Sheaffer says
Hi Julie! Actually, the exact ones I ordered aren’t available anymore…so I just linked the most similar I could find. xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Julie says
Thank you!
Cait says
ahhh yes love that black top is so adorable on you! Saying hi from the link up 🙂 Hope you’ll stop by and see my favorites too! happy friday friend!
Annie says
The Bose speaker we have had for 3 years and it makes the rounds in and out of the house here. It is a husband and family favorite!
Megan says
We have the smaller Bose speaker and love it. My husband bought it for me as a Chrostmas gift and I immediately thought, “Is this for me or you?” Haha. Anyway, would make a great gift for dads, for sure!
Erin says
I have the white shoreline converse and I totally agree…size down a half size!
Selena says
Me too- my heels came right out of my usual size 8, but the 7.5 are perfect.
Narci says
What great suggestions for Father’s Day!! And, you looked precious at the pool on Monday!! Xoxo
Jill says
No mini-Bachelorette recap today as promised? Or did I miss it?
Sheaffer says
Hi Jill! At the bottom of the post today I apologized for not having a recap. 🙁 I ended up getting the stomach bug that my son had the week before, and I just wasn’t up for it. So sorry! xoxo, Sheaffer
Angela Ellingson says
Awesome favorites! Thanks for the gift ideas! No pressure, but maybe think about writing the Tuesday Bachelorette recap for next Wednesday since there is no episode next week… 😉 I need more laugh-till-I-cry in my life and your recaps do that for me!
cassie {hi sugarplum} says
You look so stinking cute in that Vineyard Vines cap!!! And I don’t know whether to laugh or bow down to the makers of those flip flops with a bottle opener!!! I mean, hello genius!
Karen says
Where did you buy your fouta towel?
It looks like it’s color block which I like.
Btw I love your style 🙂
Sheaffer says
Hi, Karen! I got mine from Amazon a little after Christmas. I couldn’t find my exact ones anymore, so I’m guessing the exact ones are no longer available. So sorry! xoxo,Sheaffer
Jennifer says
I finally broke down and ordered the rainbow tassel necklace. This necklace is VERY bright. Super light weight which is nice but in the pictures it appears to have a lot of darker orange in it. I wonder if it varies by order. Mine is crazy bright with a lot of yellow in it 🙁
Sheaffer says
Hi Jennifer! When I look at my necklace alone it is VERY bright, almost neon! It truly does change when you put it on and up against clothes. Try wearing it and see what you think! Honestly, when I look at it on it’s own, it’s easy to think “What in the heck would I wear this with?”. Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂