Hand block prints are everywhere this summer- from flowy cotton maxi dresses to cute cropped tops. The colorful hues and sweet floral motifs make for a perfectly casual but cool look–and with breathable soft cotton fabrics, they are super comfy too. Brands like Cleobella and Bell have perfected the look in their collections, but even…
Are you entertaining this summer? Planning a farm-style backyard bbq, a colorful fiesta, or an outdoor garden party? Then this post is for you. For tablescape inspiration, I head to the Amanda Lindroth site to see how she plays with patterns and textures. Her bright colors, batik prints, and handmade elements produce a casual yet…
It is that time of year again–the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (going on now until July 31). Since I am a huge fan of Nordstrom, this is music to my ears. Whether you are stocking up on old favorites or trying something new, the savings will be significant, so now is the time to buy. The sale covers…
Happy Friday followers! This week’s post is all about dorm room essentials–and this one was easy because I just placed a huge Amazon Prime day order for our daughter and her future college dormitory. I am sure that if you have a college-bound or boarding school teen you have probably been bombarded with checklists of…
It’s time to “add to cart.” Today is the last day of the Amazon Prime Day event which means you have a few hours left to score deals on kitchen items, electronics, clothing, jewelry, and beauty. This summer, I focussed my shopping picks on Amazon small businesses, highlighting savings on items from those lesser-known brands…
We just returned from a family vacation in Maine where we rented an Air B&B to fit our extended Whitney family. Aunts, uncles, cousins, and one grandma spent five days having fun at the beach, pool, tennis court, and game table (shuffleboard to Rummikub)! Getting there required a lot of loaded cars, filled with supplies…
Summer BBQs, weekends away with friends, or just a dinner party for four- no matter what the occasion, you are going to need a hostess gift. A nice bottle of wine is always a safe bet, but if you want to do something a bit more unique, I have made this list for you. As…
Happy Friday followers- this week’s post is all about having fun in the sun. Will you be hanging with family this holiday weekend, spending some days relaxing in the sunshine? Below are some games to be played poolside, on the lawn, or inside on an unwelcome rainy day. I will be bringing this travel Rummikub…
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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.
