25 Nov 2014

Coffee Talk With Carly Heitlinger of the College Prepster
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Today I’m so excited to have a little Coffee Talk my friend Carly of the College Prepster! I have loved getting to know Carly ever since I moved to New York. She is super genuine, her dog is the (freaking) cutest, she’s one of my most motivated blogger friends and of course, she is fun to be around! Today Carly shares her favorite interior design tips and tricks, wardrobe staples and more! Be sure to follow along on Carly’s adventures on Instagram & on her site, CollegePrepster.com.
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1. College Prepster’s Top 3 Interior Design Tips & Tricks

  • Fresh flowers can spruce up even the most boring little corner. My apartment always feels so much more put together when I have flowers in every nook and cranny.
  • I think taking your time to buy what you love instead of trying to do things all at once will ensure that you trulylove your space! Plus your style changes over time so you won’t be stuck with a fully decorated space you’ve already outgrown.
  • I love using shoes as decorations. They look great on a stack of books and free up an extra slot in your shoe rack for another pair!

Gallery Wall Inspiration

 

< Carly’s apartment pictured above. How cute is her gallery wall around her TV and bookshelf? Note to self. I need to do this. >

2. Go-to Nail Polish Color This Season: I’ve been wearing Essie Take It Outside almost non-stop. It looks great with every holiday outfit!

3. Wardrobe Staple: My closet is filled with little black dresses. Perfect for every single occasion and solves the “OMG what should I wear problem”!

4. Bar Cart Essentials: I switch up my bar cart based on my different needs, but a cake stand is always a good idea. It’s perfect for adding height to the bar cart!

5. Must-Have Coffee Table Books or Coffee Table Staples: Kate Spade Places to Go, People to See, IMPACT, Rowing Blazers.

College Prepster apartment

6. Best Piece of Advice You’ve Ever Received: Take things as they come, one step at a time.

7. Currently Reading: I am Malala

8. Favorite trick to enhance your small space: If I had my way, I would do wall to wall, floor to ceiling built in bookshelves. For now, I’ll settle for bookcases in every room (no such thing as too many books.)

9. Must-try Brunch Spot: Maison Kayser is my favorite place. The food is great, the cappuccinos are delicious, and the waiters wear stripes!

Target Bookshelf

10. Motto: Live Your Dreams.

11. If you could travel anywhere in a moments notice, where would you go? Paris– I’m dying to go!

12. On Repeat: Taylor Swift’s 1989… I can’t help it; it’s just too, too good. Bravo, Taylor.

24 Nov 2014

2014 Holiday Gift Guide: For The Cook
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My goal in 2015? To cook up some more delicious recipes. Browsing William-Sonoma’s website made me realize how many cooking utensils, sauce pans and frying pans I don’t have – so today’s Gift Guide is dedicated to all of the wannabe’s & somewhat professional cooks on our list this holiday season.

The perfect little popcorn bowl.

This mixer has been on my list for quite sometime.

Love Target’s gold flatware set for $19.99.

In case you love french press coffee as much as I do..

Essential.

A badass slow cooker.

For the cook or the hostess!

There’s nothing I love more than glass coffee mugs.

For the avocado lovers.

Because we monogram ev-ery-thing.

And because we also love pizza night.

One of my favorite gift ideas.. A set of ten clear glass mixing bowl set.

Lobsta, anyone?

One can never have too many cutting boards.

Happy Cooking! Xo. Lauren

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23 Nov 2014

2014 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Jet Setter
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Travel is the gift that keeps on giving and today I’ve rounded up the best of the best when it comes to travel essentials. Whether it’s for  yourself, brother, sister or friend that is the frequent flyer, there are so many great gift ideas for the traveler on your list. Below are a few of my favorites – you can preview and shop the collage by clicking on the black and white “+” sign next to each product! #letsgosomewhere

If you’re like me and (literally) always cold, this travel shawl or blanket will do just the trick.

I absolutely love these travel pouches for your heels, boots, and laundry.

This eye mask is not only functional, but cute for the airplane.

If you’re in the market for new luggage, I love both this rolling trunk or this Herschel Supply Co. luggage.

Light up your hotel room with these essential Jo Malone travel candles.

Hey, handsome travel bag. Yesss.

Must.alway. carry.lotion.

I’m dying to get this little Fiji Film camera for my next adventure.

Anything mini makes me happy – insert this shadow palette, this lip gloss or this travel brush set.

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20 Nov 2014

2014 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Prep
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There are few things in life I love and one of them is…a monogram. From totes to jewelry to makeup pouches, there’s nothing like giving a gift with someone’s initials. With custom monogramming available at checkout, being thoughtful is as easy as clicking a button. I’ve rounded up the best of the best when it comes to monograms this holiday season. Luggage tags? Yep. Passport covers? You bet. iPad and iPhone cases? Obvi.

Click on the “+” sign on my collage below to shop all of my favorite products! And in case you missed it, I listed all of my previous gift guides at the bottom so be sure to check those out as well. Xo. Lauren

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