Seeing as my last monthly-favorites post was in April, I think it’s time to review some of my favorite things from the past 30 days.
Sorry May and June, I guess you just didn’t do it for me.
July was pretty rockin’, though, so here are 7 stand-outs from this 7th month of the year.
1) FreelyBe.
No surprise here - Freely Be makes my heart the happiest it’s been in a very long time. You know when something just feels right? Well, let’s just say I’ve never been so sure of my role in something, and I’m beyond excited for what the future holds for FreelyBe and my life as part of its team.
2) mini ice cream cups.
Move over puppy chow, I have a new favorite nighttime snack.
Because isn’t eating out of a itty-bitty ice cream carton with a baby spoon just so much more fun than regular (freezer-burnt) ice cream? Of course it is.
3) obnoxious jewelry.
Ever since I was a kid I’ve been a fan of tacky, over-the-top jewelry. I used to strut around in plastic bangles and clip-on earrings, but I’ve now graduated to arguably-obnoxious jewelry of a different sort.
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Maybe one day I’ll prefer simple pieces and diamonds like the rest of my gender but….actually…nah.
4) brit brit.
To me, Britney is the real queen of pop - and she doesn’t have to travel around in an egg to prove it. Each single from her new album has been better than the last, and I’m particularly loving “I Wanna Go.”
5) M83 – midnight city.
And, on a quite different end of the music spectrum, I’m slightly obsessed with M83’s new jam, “Midnight City.” I’ve been a fan of the synthie-pop band for a few years now, and it seems like their new album isn’t going to disappoint.
(Just try not to be frightened by that creature, eek.)
6) DSW.
DSW has always been my shoe-provider of choice, but this month they really pulled through for me - especially in the customer service department.
Not only did I snag shoes for both of the upcoming weddings I’m in, but as a member I got a rewards discount, free shipping, and I was able to use a discount code for their website briefly going down. Now THAT’S how to keep customers…and get them to blog about it 😉
7) my girlfriends.
It’s official. I have the world’s coolest chickadees in my life.
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(the list goes on!)
Obviously my gal pals are a favorite all day e’ry day, but I got to spend time with each and every one of my lovebugs in July – despite living in a different state from some of them. And that makes me happy.
Your turn! What were some of your favorite things from July?
Do you prefer simple or over-the-top jewelry?
gurl. guuuuuuuuuuuuuuurl. sometimes i contemplate giving my right arm to be britney. please revisit this treasure, you can’t help but smile http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTs6oQx1WJY&ob=av2n
LOVE DSW. I have 30$ in coupons that I need to use. It is hard bc the closest one is a 30 min drive away!
Loving about July - walking in my first Susan G. Komen 3-Day for a Cure. It was a life changing experience.
i am LOVING piperlime…always have but for some reason I love summer heels and sandals so much more than winter boots, so I have been loving peeking and some ordering from piperlime!
I also have been loving passion iced tea from starbucks…deliiiiicious!
I love mini ice cream cups! Sometimes I wanna start of collection of them cause they’re too cute, haha
I couldn’t agree more- girlfriends are the spice of life.
Love you!
I love Brit-and her new album-as well! Have you jammed to Sefish yet?
No! Will have to listen to it asap!
debbie says
looks like you had an awesome month
I love baby ice cream cups. So cute!
I looks like you have had a fab month! Here’s to an ever more awesome August!
I love that gold watch- I’m all for flashy watches, the bigger the better!
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Aw, thanks so much ladies!!
I almost never wear jewelry, but when I do I go big. Small, understated pieces are for debutants or people in their 30s. You are neither, so keep going big.
I wish I was more into jewelry and other accessories… I just don’t have a clue what I’m doing! 😛
In July, I have eaten some pretty awesome foods. We ate our way through Chicago over the 4th, I visited my mom in Florida and ate at some of my favorite places, and I’ve eaten lots and lots of ice cream. 😉
Love DSW- I only buy shoes there. Right now I am loving cold oats, apples, bodypump,starbucks and my new book I’m reading:)!
I got shoes for my brothers wedding at DSW. They are the best!
Hannah says
Admittedly I am a fan of simple jewelry, but that has more to do with laziness then a conscious fashion choice.
I do have a thing for big earrings.
I just… love them.
Love DSW!
I usually go for the simple jewelry and clothes too. I like earthy tones, my cousins says haha
That is the cutest ice cream cup ever. I didn’t even know they existed!! Send me one of those spoons? <3
I love that you like Britney Spears. But no matter how much I hate to admit it, I do too! I have since she first came on the scene in like 2000. Her music is so addicting!
Yeah!! My taste in music is actually quite the opposite of Britney, but she just always comes back with such addicting hits!
I love Britney! I was actually arguing with my mom about that last night. She’s not a Britney fan haha. But I love her for being able to go through so much and still make awesome music! 😀
My July favourites were raspberries, H&M, and friends!
ruby says
ok i’ve been following your blog for a little while now and really enjoying it
but now that i see you’re a britney fan, it’s my new fave!
Yay, glad you like GML, Ruby! Because I like you too 😉 Hope you’re having a great weekend!
I used to be all about the simple jewelry, but now I’m liking clunkier pieces.
Hmmm, and favorite thing about July? My mini-vacation with the hubby!!
I used to only wear simple jewelry, like my pearls and an understated necklace/bracelet. But sometimes it’s fun to throw on over the top/fun jewelry
georgia says
Hi Gracie!
I live in the city and I saw your post about Terri Vegetarian. I went there for the first time on Thursday and the chickpea tuna salad BLEW MY MIND! It was soo good. Thanks for the awesome idea. Love your blog
xx
omgosh isn’t it amazing?! so glad you tried and liked it!!
Beth says
This is totally not post related but, it’s time for a new purse. Any rec’s as to what’s hot?
Hey Beth! I’m actually not super knowledgeable when it comes to purses (i.e. what labels are “in”), but I’m a huge fan of over-the-shoulder bags with fringe! like this: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=80&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=19561505&parentid=WOMENS_ACCESSORIES&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority&navCount=25&navAction=jump&color=&pushId=WOMENS_ACCESSORIES&popId=WOMENS&prepushId=&selectedProductSize=
I am so so soooooo glad that Britney’s back! Seriously, she will never die.
Completely agree about Britney Spears
Best thing about July for me: lake night with some of my best best best work friends. That Friday night was the happiest I’ve been in months and it was the definition of amazing. Makes me smile to just think about it again
Although I would like to wear really trendy over the top jewelry it just doesn’t feel me…I am pretty much just a simple girl! One of my July favorites is endless vacations!
THANK YOU for reminding me to add that brit song to my newest running play list.. totally forgot about it! i am LOVING emily griffin books right now. easy reads for the beach but definitely attention holding. i am also loving BLOGGING extra as of lately which is always nice.
i also enjoy obnoxious jewelry.. LOTS
It sounds like you’ve had a wonderful month! Congrats on getting involved in something so meaningful- this might be one of those things that truly changes your life! And I’m right there with you about Brit Brit… how can you not feel pumped up when listening to her?
July was a great month for me too! I went to Texas to visit my brother and had lots of fun things going on all month… here’s to an even better August!
Kellie says
Same thing happened to me at DSW! I was $5 short of the free shipping (after the coupons and wesbite failure perk) and the lady comped it! awesome