*Image via Posse, featuring their Ducky Pant (look for less with these) and Alice top, styled with Chanel dad sandals.
My Latest Snag: Easter Egg Tokens.
Yikes – what even happened this week? It was a haze of illness! I am excited to try on a bunch of new spring items I ordered, but they’re all in boxes at the moment, and I’m living in this lounge set, which is the softest, drapiest, most comfortable set I own. I have to say I’m mainly excited about these Easter egg tokens I found for my children! I am looking forward to placing them in eggs and having the children hunt for them around the house. I love that they present a non-candy option and are reusable. More Easter basket fillers here, in case you missed it.
This Week’s Most Popular: Early Spring Finds.
I guess all of us Magpies have entered our blue and white era? Ha! So many chic blue and white pieces this week. (You can see more blue and white favorites here.)
01. ULLA JOHNSON TOP // 02. AVENE CICALFATE // 03. RMS BEAUTY CREAM LIP GLOSS // 04. MILLE SAFFRON DRESS // 05. SERENA AND LILY WAVE TOWELS // 06. STRIPED MIDI DRESS // 07. ZARA FLAT SANDAL // 08. TARGET PULL ON SHORTS // 09. J. CREW CARDIGAN // 10. MADEWELL JEANS
Weekend Musings: Setting the Standard.
“The way you treat yourself sets the standard for others.”
Have you heard this quote before?
Wow. There’s the literal interpretation, e.g., audibly putting yourself down invites others to do the same, but — there’s also something to think about in terms of the ways we take care of ourselves, the ways we talk to ourselves, the ways we present ourselves. There are so many little cues that invite people to stand up straighter in your presence versus talk/look over you. I will never forget the afternoon I was leaving the orthodontist’s when I was maybe twelve years old. I got to the car, and my brother, who had been watching me approach from the passenger seat, said: “Jen, you need to walk with purpose.” I was of course furious with him for this reproach at the time (“how dare he!” and “what did he know”?!) but the message stuck. I knew immediately that my droopy, moody awkward teen shuffle was doing me no favors. I truly changed my gait because of this comment, and I felt better. Shoulders back, chin square, a determined stride. It felt awkward and performative at first, but — well. Fake it ’til you make it.
I think there is also a more lighthearted interpretation of this quote. Don’t you love people who are able to laugh at themselves? Not disparagingly, but just — have an ease and confidence that enables them to laugh at their own mishaps and errors? I find this trait to be ultra-attractive, and it always leaves me wanting to share more of candid self. I think this, too, is a reflection of “setting the standard” for how others treat you.
What do you think?
Shopping Break.
+The most gorgeous notebooks from D.C.-based Appointed Co. are 20% off with code ANNIVERSARY at the moment. I’ve been using mine daily and it’s the ideal size for quick lists / notes from phone calls / brainstorming sessions. I love the linen texture of the cover, too. Just an elegant, happy desktop addition.
+Cannot believe this coat is only $22. So CUTE!
+I’ve been eyeing a Naghedi tote for a few seasons and might have to buy this one in this fabulous yellow color. So unexpected and FUN! Perfect for pool days this summer.
+Also FUN: this Banjanan maxi. Ideal for a vacation…
+Talbots has some really cute new arrivals — I love these pull-on pants and this striped popover.
+Clarins is offering up to 25% off sitewide (buy more, save more). Such a good time to buy my two favorite Clarins products: this glow-enhancing gel moisturizer (great for summer – very lightweight) and, of course, The Holy Grail.
+Another cute Easter find.
+H&M score.
+This popular Jenni Kayne knit was just restocked in a bunch of colors.
+Full restock of these great unisex rash guards for kids — the colors are great! I mix and match with Minnow suits. They run a tad looser/less snug than Minnow, FYI.
+Speaking of well-priced children’s swimwear — how cute are these gingham swim trunks? Under $15!
+This shell print jumpsuit is so fun.
+Fun statement shirt from Target. Try it in the Barbiecore pink!
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