Happy Sunday everyone! Did you see the farmhouse entry recap (reveal coming tomorrow!) and Sara’s sweet and FAST front yard oasis?? We can’t wait to show you the reveal and love that Sara is still sharing her wonderful home with us:) We also wanted to try something a little different for our weekly home tour. It’s a mini tour within the Link Up! This won’t be every week but there are so many wonderful projects out there we get pitched but can’t write full posts about that this seemed like a great place to give them a little love. Enjoy!
This week’s mini house tour is from the talented design-build firm Ome Dezin. It’s a stunning 5-bedroom property (WOW) in Los Angeles that was completely renovated. Had we received this project pitch before Jess’ “Updated California Casual” trend post this would have been perfect! It’s kinda wild how perfect actually. What we especially love are those bathrooms! Love how special all of those mirrors are and the marble/tile accents. Also, we really can’t get over that outdoor soaking tub. What do you love most??
From Emily: Thanks to all your book recs (y’all, the comment section from my romance novel post is full of GEMS), I downloaded “Nora Goes Off Script” and read it in two days. After I storied about it, my cousin texted that she is very close friends with the author, Annabel (who she had talked about a lot, but I never connected the dots), and vouches how wonderful/funny/smart she is (I always love knowing people I admire are actually wonderful in person). Anyway, I loved it. It’s smart and witty and if you are a single mom I think there is a lot of relatability with her writing (it’s def PG with the sex stuff). I keep going back to all the suggestions in the comments and have been flying through books but wanted to call out that one because I enjoyed it so much from the first page.
From Caitlin: If you would have told me last week that I’d be up at 1 am devouring a super long-read about two women’s tennis stars from the 1970s and their changing relationship through time, I would have NEVER BELIEVED YOU. I don’t know what prompted me to click – I think it was a tweet? – but I’m SO GLAD I DID. This piece follows the relationship between Chris Evert (painted as an All-American great) and Martina Navratilova (her strong, powerful, Czechoslovakian rival). It follows their changing relationship through time – as competitors, double’s partners, bitter rivals, dual champions (they finished their careers tied, with 18 Grand Slam victories each), and now as dear friends who are supporting each other through their respective battles with cancer. A touching clip: “Navratilova came by the house and called regularly, but she also knew how to ‘lay back.’ Sometimes she would call and Evert would answer right away. And sometimes it would take three or four days before she answered. It felt, in a way, like the old locker room days when she knew Evert was laboring with a loss. ‘I think because we were there for each other before, we kind of knew what to do or what not to do, instinctively, even though this was a first,’ Navratilova says.” IT IS A VERY GOOD READ!
Also From Caitlin: I did it – finally took the plunge on a pair of Tevas and I’m so happy I did! I bought them in the 90s Multi colorway and they are SO CUTE. My mom and godmother both asked where I got them (so they’re fun for all ages!), and they’ve gotten a TON of compliments on the street. They didn’t require any break-in time (thankfully – I really rolled the dice on my first wear and took them on a looooong walk!) and the cushion is really comfortable and plush, which I didn’t totally expect and have been super pleasantly surprised by. They come in 26 different colors, they’re super on-trend, and I only paid $50 (pro tip: sign up for the mailing list!). Hooray for easy-to-wear sandals!
From Mallory: I’m extremely popular amongst mosquitos, so this summer I thought I’d finally do something about it. A while ago I was on a trip with Emily Bowser and Sara and was introduced to Public Good’s Insect Repellent. Now this is important: IT DOESN’T SMELL BAD. In fact, IT SMELLS VERY GOOD. Every single bug spray I’ve tried has this weird smell to it which is why I have historically avoided them (and just dealt with the consequences later), but not any more people. If you’re unfamiliar, Public Goods is a membership service so you sign up and then pick your refillable everyday products. The ingredients are great and it’s a very sustainable company, so if you’re interested in signing up make sure you add this repellent (or just sign up for the free trial and get the repellent just saying). I’ve been wearing it daily and no bites thus far!! YAY.
From Jess: If you read my Paris trip post then you know Allison, an incredibly talented and kind interior designer, who reached out and offered to take my dad and me around Paris. Unfortunately, she was out of town the week I was there. As a design and vintage lover it can feel VERY overwhelming to try to find “the good stuff” so needless to say, we were bummed. But she did give me so many recs that were awesome! So if you are also someone who might want a local designer to help you find the truly great spots in Paris then you are in luck because my new friend, Allison (we’ve kept in touch:)), is hosting a Paris Vintage Design Trip in October. Join her for shopping, dining, and experiencing Paris like a Parisian! Trust me when I say I wish I could go.
Also From Jess: I was at my friend’s house last weekend and she showed me these great square picture frames she got that were three for $60 ish bucks! They are a really good alternative for IKEA’s 20×20 RIBBA frame THAT DOESN’T EXIST ANYMORE!!!! Like why IKEA?!?! Anyway, EHD-approved affordable frames:)
From Arlyn: I admit I have fairly easy hair to manage. It’s straight-ish, shiny, and I have a decent amount of it. But if I use the wrong shampoo, it can either get poofy and dried out or limp and dull. I always find volumizing shampoo for thin hair which doesn’t check the box, shine-enhancing shampoo that strips me of volume, and ultra-moisturizing varieties for damaged strands. BUT THEN I found The Ouai’s Medium Hair Shampoo and Conditioner which is maybe the closest match to perfect I’ve found for me. It’s formulated for, well, medium hair…not thin, not thick, not curly. And OMG it smells SO good. The 10 oz bottles are pricey but I find that you don’t need much to get the job done. It leaves my hair full, bouncy, shiny, and happy. They also offer formulations for thin and thick hair, too!
Thanks for hanging out on a Sunday with us and see y’all tomorrow for this reveal!
Opening Image Credits: Design and Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | Styled by Emily Edith Bowser | From: This Yard Makeover Only Took 3 WEEKS, Some Elbow Grease, And A New (Very Good) Seating Area
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