I love it when my friends text with a blog post suggestion– it’s always nice to have new ideas to research. My friend Kristina asked me to look into wide-brim straw hats for summer since she is spending so much time outdoors lately. She recently purchased a new woven straw hat and was so excited…
Back in June, I ordered a handmade bracelet from the Love Is Project. I also posted about the company and its mission to spread love through their charitable work. By purchasing & wearing a LOVE bracelet you support the artisans in the communities where they were made through fair wages, access to healthcare, education, benefits,…
Showing some skin at the pool and beach can make even the most self-assured woman a little hesitant, myself included. One way to boost your confidence when baring that bod is to do all you can to improve the look and feel of your skin–and that starts in the shower! In addition to the shampoo…
For me, summer ushers in a time for lighter, healthier eating. With local farmers’ markets in full swing, our family eats fresh veggies or a salad almost every night. This citrus salad is one I keep coming back to– chock full of bright citrus, peppery arugula, avocado, and the subtle licorice undertone of fennel. Pair…
A few summers ago I wore my AG white jeans everywhere. The “legging ankle” with a cute top was my staple, my go-to, my uniform. But this year I have shifted my affinity towards the summer dress. Why do I love a good summer dress? Perhaps for the comfort, the easy style, or the way…
Summer is here and I am getting excited for dinners by the beach, date nights, and GNO (with a safe social distance, of course)! An easy way to make an outfit fun is to change up your accessories, whether it be a colorful earring or a patterned leopard wedge or a new summer clutch! While…
Last spring break, my friend Sarah and I took our respective kids to Florida for a quick getaway. As we sat on the beach enjoying the sun and margaritas, I admired her gold link bracelet and learned that her sister-in-law, Aurelia Demark, was a jewelry designer (a jeweler in the family? Jealous!). After checking out…
Happy Friday followers (a day early)! Here is another wrap-up of this week’s favorite items, inspired by red, white and blue! To shop these five or past posts, just click on the images below or go to “Five Faves” in the Shop section of the menu bar. Have fun checking out my five favorites: AYR…
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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.
