Five Things Friday

In the Midwest, we get crazy irregular temperatures and weather.  Yesterday it was about 80 degrees and today it won't even hit half of that...but luckily, it's FRI-DAYYY!  Here are the Five Things that I've really loved this week.

This modern chic geometric succulent planter from Target will effortlessly and instantly update your decor for spring.  Totally obsessing over this...definitely need one.

Target:  Succulent Wall Geometric Handing White/Gold 

With blush hues having a major moment right now, this mirrored jewelry box with agate stone will provide an elegant touch displayed on your dresser.

Nordstrom:  American Atelier Agate Mirror Box

Bar carts were all the rage in the past but for smaller spaces, it can be tricky to figure out ways to store your booze.  These innovative Liquor shelves are a fun update to the bar cart.  This Fold-Down Bar Shelf can be found at Anthropologie.

For other Liquor shelf ideas, check out this article from Domino:  Liquor Shelves are the New Bar Carts

Over the past year+, I've really been into this band called Bahamas who happened to be playing a show on Valentine's Day at a newish venue in St. Louis, Delmar Hall...obviously the perfect love day date night.  It was our first time to Delmar Hall and the venue was intimate and there couldn't have been a better space for this group to play at.  This is the song that really got me hooked, I hope you like it as much as I (and everyone else at the concert) do and definitely check out more of their music!

Pretty Blooms

I always tell my boyfriend not to get me flowers.  They die, get thrown out, and that makes me sad.  This year for Valentine's Day, he didn't listen and surprised me with the most beautiful colored bouquet I've ever set my eyes on.  Needless to say, I wasn't angry with him for not listening to me ;)

Have a Happy Weekend!

♥ always
Allison

What to Wear for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day...you either love it or you love to hate it.  It'll be here before you know it, regardless of what your plans are or your relationship status is.  I put together a few favorite outfit ideas for different things you may have going on for February 14th...a surprise date, casual evening ordering in, girls night out, or Galentine's get together.

1.  Surprise date night.  He made the reservations and just informed you a few hours before.  Instead of frantically searching the closed, just know that you can't go wrong with a ruffled LBD, velvet bootie, and red lip.

2.  Girls night out.  Flirty floral with badass leather is one of my favorite combinations for wherever the night may take you!

3.  Night in.  Fancy dinner reservations?  No, thanks...Cozy up in a cute sweater and comfortable denim for watching chick flicks with your SO or ordering pizza with your best girls.

4.  Galentine's get together.  This casual outfit could be worn for weekend brunch, bowling, hitting up the dive bars, seeing your favorite band, or out for Mexican food with the girls.

♥ always
Allison

Five Things Friday

Happy Weekend and National Pizza Day!  In case you didn't know, this celebratory holiday known as National Pizza Day falls on February 9th...as if we need another reason to eat pizza.  Whether you prefer thin crust, hand tossed, or deep dish, pizza is something everyone can enjoy.  Today on 5 things Friday, all 5 things will involve PIZZA.

Express your love for pizza with this adorable heart-shaped clutch by Studio DIY.  This is available with the Can't Clutch This subscription where you'll receive a brand-new clutch exclusively designed by Kelly each month.  

Get yours here:  Can't Clutch This

Isn't everyone motivated by pizza and puppies!?  This relaxed basic tee is available on Etsy!

Pawmiscuous:  Motivated by Pizza & Puppies Tee

Grab a slice!  This cute pizza necklace would make a perfect gift for the pizza lover in your life!

PowHiSo:  Pizza Necklace

How about we do pizza for dinner and dessert today?  (Afterall, healthy New Year's resolutions ended a few days ago, right!?)  This decadent Sinful Chocolate Pizza recipe has a soft baked crust topped with Nutella, three types of chocolate, and toasted marshmallows...seriously a chocolate lovers dream come true.

Get the recipe here:  Cleobuttera - Sinful Chocolate Pizza

Lastly, we have my favorite pizza place in St. Louis.

Pizzeoli Wood Fired Pizza

Are you celebrating National Pizza Day today!?  I'd love to know how you're conquering the holiday in the comments!

♥ always
Allison

Cooler than Corny Valentine's Day Gifts

Can you believe it's already February 1st?  January somehow seemed to fly by while also being 1,000 days long.  If you haven't started thinking about Valentine's Day gifts yet, here's a guide to gift ideas she'll love.  These presents will definitely earn you major cool points over the same corny, cliche items.

Drugstore chocolates are nice but how amazingly nice is this adorable 6 piece set of Be Mine chocolates by Christopher Elbow Chocolates?  They're almost too cute to eat...almost.  There's others sizes and options available!

Christopher Elbow Chocolates:  6 PIECE BE MINE SINGLE ORIGIN CHOCOLATES

Who wouldn't love to feel pampered and relax in a luxurious bath?  A bath bomb gift set is almost as nice as a trip to the spa, right!?

Lizush:  11 Bath Bomb Set with Gift Ready Box

Is minimalist more her style?  This geometric print from TheInspiringType on Etsy is surely the way to her heart.  Their shop is full of black and white minimal prints that can be downloaded right away.

TheInspiringType:  Geometric Heart Print

Okay, admit it...you've seen her saving all these hanging terrariums on Pinterest.  Air plants last much longer than roses so why not surprise her with a Hanging Terrarium Air Plant Kit by BirdAndFeatherCo?  She'll love the fact that she can build it immediately instead of running out to the store for all the necessities and will be left wondering how you just knew she wanted one.

BirdAndFeatherCo: Hanging Terrarium Air Plant, Amethyst Crystal Point, and Pyrite

She'll be feeling warm and fuzzy when you gift her this plush heart-shaped accent pillow!

Nordstrom at Home:  'Cuddle Up' Faux Fur Heart Accent Pillow

Cuddles and movie night in?  This so-soft snuggly faux-fur oversized jacket will be an absolute favorite to get through the rest of winter.

Soft Surroundings:  Hug-me Cardi

Insert heart eyes emoji!  Supersoft and lightweight tee that's all googly eyes on the front and tells it like it is on the back with "c'est la vie" written across it.

Topshop: C'est la Vie Motif Tee 

"Girl next door" meets flirtatious and a side of sexy with this ruffle tee showing off one shoulder.  The essential piece to throw on with a pair of jeans or dress up for a date night out.

1. State:  Ruffle Cutout Tee

Shimmy shimmy with these playful and trendy tassel earrings.  Since this pair features Ultra Violet, 2018's Color of the Year, she'll definitely be accessorizing with these spring, summer, fall, and winter.

LovelyHeartThings:  Ombre Violet Tassel Earrings

Has she been holding up her resolutions to hit the gym more often this year?  Treat her to this sporty, stylish and functional backpack to tote her essentials to the gym!

adidas:  Originals Tote Pack II Backpack

What gifts would you love to receive this Valentine's Day?

♥ always
Allison