Happy Friday! As a self-proclaimed beauty junkie, I am always on the lookout for new products and brand releases. So I headed to one of my favorite clean beauty resources, Violet Grey, to check out their “just approved” list– and there is so much to see. Highlights include this new Make Beauty lip & cheek…
A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to be included in the Sail to Sable fall photo shoot along with some other talented local women. We had a blast choosing our outfits and getting photographed by the lovely Julia D’Agostino of Julia Dags Photography (she tried everything to make me look less awkward). Founded by…
I know these remaining days of summer are for soaking up what is left of the warm weather outside, but sometimes I need a quiet hour on the couch to lose myself in a good TV show. Here is a list of recently binged shows & movies that are worth a watch. (I like to…
Happy weekend! I am getting excited about fall so I decided to do a little browsing. I found myself at the Gap after seeing this sweater on an Instagram post. I was pleasantly surprised to see how updated it all looked– so many stylish pieces at great prices. There are great wear-now items and goodies…
Happy Friday! Here is another wrap-up of my favorite items: current blog features or things I lust after. I am always on the hunt for clever finds, chic styles, whimsical trinkets, and usually a little bit of leopard. This week I am thinking ahead to fall- new jeans, a new sweater, and new accessories! Check…
Come August, my parent’s Long Island tomato patch is overrun with juicy ripe tomatoes. We eat them in BLTs, watermelon gazpacho, and as this yummy roasted side dish. For years my mom has been making these parmesan curry tomatoes as a summer staple and they are delish! There are still a few weeks of summer…
The past few weeks here in coastal Connecticut have been brutal! We have had over seven days in a row of sunny, hot, and humid weather, with no relief in sight. When it is so sticky outside the last thing I want to do is pile on the many layers of skincare, not to mention…
Happy Friday! Last summer I had fun featuring mushroom-themed items, so I am doing it again, but with butterflies this time. Like the fungi finds, butterflies were easy to locate because they were found in just about every category this blog covers: from jewelry & accessories to makeup and high fashion (check out these butterfly…
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Welcome to Whit & Whimsy- a lifestyle space I created to share my favorite books, beauty buys, fashion, and more. I post about trusted products I love, items I lust after, and treasures I give as gifts. Expect to hear about the latest thriller read, maxi dress, simple meal, and best new mascara-- and there will always be a touch of leopard print, and a monogram or two. I hope to connect with readers by offering inspiration and suggestions through content that is classic, chic, shoppable, and a bit whimsical.
