Friday Favorites Vol. 6

HAPPY FRIDAY!! (Is it weird that I love typing that?! #judgeme) I hope you've all had a great week and have an even greater weekend! On to the favorites!...

 

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I bought (another) pair of these J Crew flip flops (the pineapples), & they're the comfiest shoes ever!

A late-night snack I don't feel horrible for munching on

My favorite SNL skits from the latest episode: 1. 2.

I found a new clean dish to try: Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl (via Iowa Girl Eats) 

CHARLOTTE ELIZABETH DIANA (need I say more?!)

How precious was this moment with both Princes William & George waving?!

Just got this low-back GapFit Breathe tank & it's amazing!

3 TV moms recognized for Mother's Day

Excited to try these chili lime chicken burgers.

Vogue's Met Gala best dressed list. (I loved Anna Hathaway!)



And just because I can't get enough

Happy weekend & happy Mother's Day to all you momma's out there! :)



xoxo UP <3


Friday Favorites Vol. 5

Happy Friday; hopefully you've all had a fun, productive week! Here are my favorites from the past week...

 

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This article really, REALLY resonates with me because I have a rescue pup, from Texas, & she's the love of my life.

This new Kate Spade flip flop coin purse is adorable!

If you are a fan of Robin Williams, impressionist comedy, or both, you NEED TO WATCH THIS!! This guy is amazing, and this really pulled on my heartstrings.

If you are need of some fitness inspiration, look no further! Nike Women really kills it with this video.

The Kate Spade Friends & Family sale is here; save 25% with offer code "DEAREST."

Some great advice for all you ladies in the 20's-30's age range.

A couple of my favorite SNL skits from last week: 1. 2.

How cute is this leather bow crossbody from Gap?

Amy Schumer on The Ellen Show is hilarious!


Happy weekend!!


xoxo UP <3





Friday Favorites Vol. 4

Happy Friday!! I hope you've all had a great week and have an even better weekend! :) On to my favorites of the week...

 

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I just downloaded Sia's album, 1000 Forms of Fear, & it is amazing!

 

I (finally) watched the film, The Duchess, & I fell in love! Keira Knightley & period dramas are my jam, so this was perfect.

 

This striped tee from Gap is a recent purchase, & probably my new favorite tee; it's ridiculously soft.

 

I may have to try this style out with this top & these shorts to go with it; so cute!

 

My three favorite skits from the latest SNL 1. 2. 3.

 

I adore Martin Short, and his book (I Must Say: My Life As a Humble Comedy Legend) is incredibly funny & heartfelt. (Progress for my 101 in 1001 list!!)

 
Suri Cruise is quite possibly the cutest celebrity kid.

Discovered another blogger to add to my "read" list!
 

 Currently researching Superga sneakers; any suggestions??



Here's to a happy, fun, & safe weekend!!



xoxo UP <3

 



Friday Favorites Vol. 3

Happy Friday; we've all made it to another weekend! :-) I am currently typing this post with an open door at work, and 60 degree temperatures, so I would definitely consider this week a great success! Hopefully you've all had a great week as well!

 

Here are a few of my favorite things from the past week...

 

1) I bought this cooler (in this color) from Vera Bradley a little over a month ago, and it has really been a game changer for me. I try to eat clean as much as possible, and doing so involves bringing a lot of Tupperware to work, and this small cooler has made that so much easier for me.

 

 

2) I recently discovered this song cover, by Sleeping At Last, of the popular song, "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)," and it is absolutely gorgeous! (Here's the YouTube link). You may also remember it as the song played during the tearjerker of a commercial that Budweiser had for the Super Bowl. (Watch that one again, here). It's also the song that I featured on my April playlist.

 

3) As if people needed another reason to love Jimmy Fallon... Here is a really touching clip, from The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, of Jimmy honoring and surprising his father-in-law with a very personal and unique gift.

4) If you haven't heard or seen by now, Target released the look book for their new Lilly Pulitzer line at Target hitting stores April 19th (MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!). You can view all of the new products here. I'll be doing another post on all of the looks and goods shortly!

Thanks for reading & happy weekend!!

xoxo UP <3

Friday Favorites Vol. 2

Hello all and happy Friday! I've had a really great, productive week, and I hope you have too. Here are a few of my favs from the past several days...

1) I got a new laptop!! I have been searching like a mad woman for a new laptop and finally got mine a few days ago. I got a Lenovo (my old one was my high school graduation present and an HP, loved it!) I love Lenovos; my sister had an old one the whole family ended up using at one point and it got dropped a million times, (so bad) but it was a beast of a computer and always pulled through. It makes me feel extra productive. Add that with my new desk from last week and I am ready to take on the world!

2) It's officially summer, yaaay! Pull out those bikinis, Jacks, Lilly beach totes, and sunscreen! Check out all the great things about summer here, and some great summertime activities here. I love, LOVE the summer (I might be a bit biased though, my birthday's in July.) :)

3) Summer television shows are back! I really don't watch t.v. that much during the summer because who wants to be inside, on the couch with this great weather?! However, one show I have really grown to love during the summer months is Rookie Blue. It's on ABC, and I've gotten addicted over the past few seasons. So good!

4) My 101 in 1001 list that I am super psyched about! I created one after reading all about Mackenzie Horan's list. (You should all start one too!)

What have you been loving on the past week or so? Comment below or shoot me a tweet (www.twitter.com/upstate_prep) and I'd love to read and check out some of your favorites!!

Happy Summer!

xoxo UP ♡

Friday Favorites Vol. 1

Congrats, you've made it to another Friday! :) Here are a few of my favorites from the past week...

1) My peonies finally blossomed!!! Peonies have to be one of the prettiest looking and smelling flowers out there, and I cannot get enough of mine. I go out to the garden and look at them multiple times per day.

2) Iced coffee in mason jars! Or in regular cups, either is acceptable. I love (love) coffee normally, but with all this lovely, warm weather I've been drinking iced coffee like it's my job. There's the cutest little bakery right next to where I work and I love their coffee! I'm becoming an addict (I'm okay with that though.)

3) Bird watching. My mom loves birds and gardens, and coordinates the two to attract all different kinds of birds to her various gardens. During the spring and summer months there is almost nothing I enjoy more than just sitting on the porch or deck and watching hummingbirds. They are such neat and tiny creatures! 

4) Renovating my bedroom. I just ordered some new furniture, bedding, and random decorations for my room and I FINALLY got everything put together and in the right place. I love the new changes and it makes me feel extra productive. (I did buy a new desk, yay!)

5) New Jacks!!! I figured that since summer is practically here, I could treat myself to a new pair of Jack Rogers sandals. I got the Palm Beach Platinum Flats in creme and platinum and I am in love! 

What are some of your Friday Favorites? Leave a comment below or tweet me (www.twitter.com/upstate_prep) and I'd love to read about some of your favorite things. Thanks for reading!!

Happy weekend!

xoxo UP ♡