5 things I'm thinking about this week
Alison Pegg
I saw a meme last week that said “I’ve been looking forward to Labour Day since July 5th.”
I laughed (of course) and commiserated (of course).
A three day holiday where everyone rests was just what the doctor ordered. I lounged around, did house stuff, shopped local and even had a draft beer on a patio before 4pm. With the exception of the temperature, it was a solid weekend balance of productivity and unplugging.
I wish I could say I’m ready to dive head first into the latter half of the year. But this year, I think I’ll just mosey. A stretch of ninety-degree days don’t really scream “go-time” for anyone I know.
And before I forget, it’s a four day week!
Here’s what I’m thinking about this week.
Banana Republic Abigail Silk Maxi Dress: i am completely and totally immersed in my maxi-length phase of fashion right now. Every other length is just way less interesting to me, the fuller the length, the better. This silk long-sleeve maxi from Banana Republic (!!!) is chefs kiss. Cut on the bias, long sleeves, and a gorgeous shade of black, I wish I had more fancy places to go to really make this dress shine.
Ela Vegan Leather Scrunchie: are scrunchies still a thing? When they’re this chic, I don’t think it really matters. I was scouring Ela’s Labour Day sale and came across this vegan leather scrunchie, its high quality leather is the perfect topper to an every day ponytail worn to the office this fall.
New Balance RC30 Sea Salt: I wasn’t searching out another pair of sneakers to add to my collection, but somehow the sneakers just find me. I spotted these New Balance RC30s on an Instagram scroll late last week and haven’t been able to stop thinking of them since. I love how they’re a lower profile New Balance shoe, similar to a Samba, but not overdone like Sambas are now. I also love the pared back sea salt colourway with the black, and of course, the gum sole. I really dont need another pair of kicks, but these are SO GOOD.
Reformation Ani Ruched White Loafer: just as I’m obsessed with silver ballet flats, I’m even more obsessed with a white loafer this fall. A true white, not an off white, ivory, or cream, the loafer has to be a true white. And while I still love and wear my chunkier loafers, a streamlined shoe in the white hue is just so sleek, modern, and current, its going to take all my classic looks and make them so fresh. This loafer from Reformation is exactly what I’m looking for, I love the ruching around the seams, and the low heel. Please come back in stock in my size!
Morning Jazz Playlist by Bliss: this weekend I had this playlist on every morning as I was brewing my coffee. Its perfect, easy, romantic listening while waiting for the french press to steep.