You know the hashtag on Instagram “I have this thing with floors”? Well, I think I need to start a “I have this thing with beach bags…” I love, love, love coming across cute and affordable beach bags! There’s nothing better than scoring a huge beach bag or tote that fits all of your beach essentials – magazines, towels, sunscreen, etc. I have a few more trips to Florida coming up in May so I’ve been on a serious hunt for my next beach bag. I came across this Tory Burch straw tote – how good is the two tone + the tassel situation? I’m loving this blue woven tote from Steve Madden in addition to this classic straw tote bag that you can shop from Nordstrom for $68 dollars! The brand Mar y Sol is always a go-to and have a great beach bag for $125 dollars. And because you guys know I love my blue and whites – this canvas tote is a must. Do you have any go-to brands for beach bags?
To celebrate the return of the One Room Challenge, I shared a few tips with My Domaine earlier this week on how to make over any room in just six weeks! Speaking of the ORC, be sure to follow along with my friends Gab and Sue as they take a room from drab to fab! – My Domaine
If you’re looking for where to stay in West Palm beach for an upcoming trip, I’ve got you covered!! This past weekend Mackenzie, Jess and I had the opportunity to stay at the Brazillian Court Hotel (you can check out their website here). I had never been to West Palm Beach before so it was the first I really learned the difference between West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Island (PBI) which are literally two seconds away from each other. The Brazillian Court is located on PBI – walking distance from Worth Avenue and two blocks from the beach. Living in New York you get spoiled being able to walk everywhere but I am so happy to report that Palm Beach Island is very similar! It was so nice to be so close to Worth Avenue where there are multiple places to eat and shop! The hotel also has a signature restaurant called Cafe Boulud which is deeeeeelicious (New Yorkers, there’s also a location on the Upper East Side). Our room was so large, I wish I could have just moved right in!
Other highlights from our stay was doing a bike tour with Lilly Pulitzer on Friday afternoon. In case you missed it on Instagram or Snapchat, I rode around the island on the CUTEST pink bike. The Brazillian Court Hotel also has very cute yellow bikes you can ride around the island which I highly recommend doing! There are several paths along the water that also take you by various major establishments on the island too.
I wore two Lily Pulitzer dresses throughout the weekend. I wore the Valli Shift dress on Friday – how cute, right? This print is also available on two other versions: a wrap dress (great for day-to-night) and on the Pearl Shift Dress (would look so cute with a jean jacket). On Saturday I wore the Lenore Lace Cut-Out Sundress. It was light and breezy, great for the hot and humid Florida weather!
If you’re planning a trip to West Palm Beach soon, feel free to email me any questions! And I would highly recommend the Brazillian Court Hotel! I promise you won’t be disappointed. Happy Tuesday, friends!! Xo. Lauren
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After I published my One Room Challenge last November, a lot of my girlfriends were asking me about my linens, shams, and more importantly, how to simply build a better bed. Putting together a stylish but also equally comfortable bed is so important in my opinion. If you think about how many hours we sleep in a year – that’s a lot of time spent in our actual beds!
So today I thought it’d be fun to put together my 4 tips on how to build a better bed.
One. Find A Mattress You Love
I know, I know, mattresses are expensive. However, if you invest in a mattress you absolutely love – you will never look back. I personally love the pillowtop mattresses. If you live in New York City, I can’t stress the importance of measuring your bedroom to ensure the correct size mattress can fit (i.e. a Queen vs. a Full). The best mattress I’ve ever purchased (and is still at my parents house) is one from Sears. I also am a huge fan of buying pillow toppers for your bed. Try Target or Macys for the most comfortable mattress toppers.
Two. Let Your Headboard / Bed Make A Statement
If I have one pet peeve, it’s bedrooms / beds that don’t have a headboard or bed frame. It’s such an essential piece of your bedroom and one of the easiest ways to make a statement!
Two. Layer On The Linens
Choosing the right linens very much effects the comfort of your bed and the overall “layered look.” The softest sheets I’ve ever owned are from Boll and Branch. I’m also a big fan of the Brooklyn and Bond line at Target. I currently have these blue and white striped sheets in rotation as pictured above. And last but not least, Serena and Lily sheets are another must. So many fun prints and patterns to choose from. My favorites include: the Sand Dollar Sheet Set, the Amelie Sheet Set, and the crab sheet set. How cute?
Three. Master The Art of Pillow Mixing
My rule of the thumb when it comes to pillows: more is more. I like to use at least six pillows when making my bed. When it comes to mastering the art of pillow mixing I like to incorporate two euro shams, two standard pillow sizes, two throw pillows (pattern can very) and one smaller square pillow to top it off. Don’t be afraid to mix colors, prints and patterns when developing your pillow scheme. My monogram pillows are from my friend Sue from the Zhush. You can pick them up here! Sue also has several other monogram styles you can peruse right here. The navy and white striped pillows are courtesy of Roxy at Society Social. Talk about creating the perfect mix of throw pillows – Roxy has so many fab options to choose from. A few other of my favorite places to shop for throw pillows: Caitlin Wilson Textiles, Studio McGee, Gansett Lane Home and Etsy.
Four. Don’t Skimp On The Bedskirt
Another pet peeve of mine (I know, I have a lot) are beds without bed skirts. They are simply the finishing touch to the perfectly layered bed. The best part about bed skirts is that they can be very affordable. Try Target or Serena and Lily for classic designs. I love a good ruffle or a greek key pattern to up the anti.
What are some of your bedding essentials that you can’t live without? Have a great Thursday, everyone! Xo. Lauren
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