Faves.

Happy Friday!  These are a few of my favorites right now.

{gift}

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David bought me an orchid.  We have this running joke about him never buying me flowers… it stems all the way back to our first few dates.  I love orchids but I killed the last one he bought me.  Here’s to hoping this guy sticks around a little longer than the last.

{quote}

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I think I’m gonna give this to my girls.  Such a valuable life lesson… because it applies to every aspect of life.

{reads}

Pinky shared this article yesterday: 45 Life Lessons Written by a 90-Year-Old Woman.  Seriously, good stuff in there.

Who’s watching The Bachelor?  I watch every season – it’s fun to have something to look forward to on Mondays and talk about with friends/coworkers.  But the primary reason I watch is to laugh.  I mean, lezzzbehonest, these people are cray cray.  But they’re entertaining!

This recap makes me laugh all over again.

{purchase}

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I’ve been looking for a gingham shirt ever since Megan wore hers to my house back in the fall.  Finally found an affordable {at Forever21} and ordered it.  It got delivered this week and I can’t wait to wear it.

{pins}

Speaking of that gingham shirt, here’s some Pins that I’m using for inspiration.

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And obviously this one’s my favorite because I can wear it with my faux fur vest!

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{weekend plans}

I love it when friends and family come to visit.  This weekend, my cousin Ryan is coming to town along with Kaitlyn and Andre.  I’m so excited for some cousin time!

I’m also really excited for next week because I’m co-hosting The Creative Closet linkup with Jana and Maegan for A Pop of Color.  You should join in the fun!

What are your favorites?

{linkups}

Amanda | Christina | Darci | Liz | Natasha | Lauren | Tif |

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  • You are totally going to be recreating that last pin with your new vest and new gingham shirt!!! I love the quote and love that orchid – it’s beautiful!! Hope you have a great weekend girl!! xo, Biana – BlovedBoston

    • Love finding recreatable outfits!! Happy weekend, love!

    • Thanks! I hope your weekend is great!

  • I had an orchid but I killed mine too :( I want to get another but I’m worried I’ll do the same thing again! And LOVE all those pretty gingham shirts! I need to get me one…and a fur vest! Happy Friday!

    • I’m hoping this one will last for a while. #fingerscrossed Happy weekend, lady!

  • That quote is fabulous, lady! And I love orchids toooooo!!!

    Love your gingham shirt inspiration, I need one for my wardrobe, stat!

    • I’m so excited it came in! Happy weekend :)

  • Claire, I’ve got that EXACT same forever 21 shirt :) It’s so comfy! And Orchids! I love orchids. They are so gorgeous :)

    Sarah
    Midwest Darling

    • Ooooh, that’s good to know! I think I may feature it in a fashion post next week!

  • I wish I could have an orchid in the house.. my cats would eat it!! lol. Very pretty dear! – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com

    • Oh no! Haha, hopefully my dog doesn’t have the same idea…

  • “Stems from” <— Haha! Nicely done on that one. And the orchid is gorgeous!!

    • Yesssss!! I think you might be the only one who got that :)

  • Uh yes! I totally watch the bachelor to get my dose of “judging” in haha! I know a lot of it is producer induced drama (meaning, I’m sure he’s encouraged to hold on to certain psychos to make for good TV) but IT’S SO BAD IT’S GOOD! haha

    • For real. Crazy people + good fashion? I’m so there!

  • That orchid is beautiful!

    • Thanks Bri! Happy weekend :)

  • Seriously loving all that gingham after seeing those pins! Your orchid is so pretty- it almost looks like it isn’t real! I hope you have a great weekend!

    • Oh oh, it might NOT be real because my last one died in only a few weeks. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that this one lasts a little longer. Happy weekend, Carly!

  • I love orchids! It’s probably the longest living flower I’ve ever had (lasted a few months ,surprisingly!)

    • I’ll be so happy if mine lasts that long! Hope you have a great weekend.

  • Yay for gingham! I can’t get enough. I snagged one not too long ago at Target. My fav of the gingham pics is the first with the blue sweater. Love it! I keep forgetting that the Bachelor is on right now! Just for laughs alone, it’s worth it :) Thanks for linking up this week with H54F!! Hope to see you next week!

    Katie @ Cup of Tea

    • Thanks for hosting it. It was my very first linkup I ever joined!

  • I love the different ensembles with the gingham shirt!! Classy looks! The orchid is so pretty – how sweet :) Hope you have a great weekend!!

    • I can’t wait to try to recreate a few of those! Happy weekend :)

  • I love the Forver21 shirt! And the orchid- good luck with it! -Dorrie @ Bear Den Plantation

    • Ha! I think I need lots of luck for this little guy to stay alive!. Hope you have a great weekend :)

  • That quote is something I eally need to remember! I love your orchid! I am THE WORST at keeping plants alive! Hello Rigby just had a post today on how to wear Gingham. Apparently it’s a popular day for gingham! lol

    • Gingham is a little outside of my box but that’s what makes it fun! I am the furthest thing from a green thumb so this orchid adventure should be interesting… Hope you have a great weekend, girlfriend!

  • Wow. Ditto on all the comments about your faves – you picked some good ones. I love that quote. I’m not obsessed with gingham AND have decided you can quit your job to be my personal stylist, thank you ma’am!

    • I’ll send you my salary requirements immediately 😉 Hope you guys have a great weekend!!

  • Andi

    Love the quote you designed and your gingham inspiration. Have a great weekend.

    • Thanks. I’m hoping to try the gingham top soon! Hope your weekend has been great, too!

  • Oh my gosh! That orchid is gorgeous, we used to grow one in our garden but not anymore. It’s so pretty on your countertop :) Love that gingham top, too. Been looking for the perfect one in ages :)

    By the way, I just updated my blog with a new post. I’d love for you to swing by: http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com

    • Love that post with such great tips :) And yes, keeping my fingers crossed that this orchid lasts a little longer than my last one did. Happy Monday! xoxo

  • What a pretty orchid and I love that gingham top!

    • Thanks! I was so excited to find the gingham top and as for the orchid… we’ll see how long he sticks around!

  • I love that second pin with the bright blue gingham under the sweater!! Good luck with the orchid – I can’t keep a plant alive to save my life.

    Erica
    http://www.pumpsandpushups.com

    • Me either. This should be fun…

      I love the way gingham looks on other people it just doesn’t feel like me when I put it on. Maybe I just need more practice…

  • I love orchids but I don’t have much luck with them either. Love that gingham button down and love the pinspirations. ~Cynthia

    • Thanks Cynthia! I’m hoping this orchid will stick around a little longer than the last one did. And I’m wearing the gingham today but it just doesn’t feel like me somehow. Gonna have to experiment with it a little bit more.

  • Hi Claire, dropping by from the H54F link-up. Nice to ‘meet’ you! Claire is one of my absolute favorite names of all time (just had to throw that out there). I love orchids! I’m not much of a green thumb, but seeing your picture makes me want one. Surely I’ll luck out and keep something alive eventually, right? Haha. Following you on social so I can keep up with your bloggity blog.

    • Thanks, Emily! I love orchids two and my last one died so I’m hoping this guy can stick around a little bit longer! So glad you stopped by; can’t wait to check yours out 😉

  • I have my eye on a gingham one at Target, but they never have my size in it:( Congrats on finding one at a great price! And thanks for linking up with us for H54F!

    • I searched forever for one so I feel your pain and thanks for hosting the linkup!