must shop: Everlane

Talk about wardbrobe staple… these blouses from Everlane make me wanna stop wearing anything else and just drape myself in silk! Whether tucked into your favorite jeans or paired with worn-in cut offs, this blouse is sophisticated, yet casual. They even offer two options: the band collar is a bit more easy-going, while the rounded collar is perfect for a polished day-time look. Either way, you can’t really lose… and at $80 a shirt, you can invest is this look without breaking the bank. Which is a good thing because the color options are SO GOOD that it’s tough to pick just one!

must shop: Everlane

must shop: Everlane

images via Everlane

mothers day gift guide: pastel perfection

May 12 is fast approaching, guys. That means one thing: showing some serious love to all the mommas in the world! While you should be grateful for your mom every day of the year, let’s make this one extra special. Here are a few finds that will turn your mom to mush this Mothers Day.

  1. highball glasses from Rosanna
  2. Loren Hope cuff
  3. speckled jar from Leif
  4. dessert plate from Baba Souk
  5. patterned throw from Crane & Canopy
  6. Clare Vivier foldover clutch

mothers day gift guide: pastel perfection
If your mom has a bit of a sweet tooth check out Mother’s Little Helpers giftset from New York Mouth.

mothers day gift guide: pastel perfection
Talk about pastel perfection, these Suite One Studio creamers are enough to wow any mom!

jojotastic | wishing for

I have to admit… I’ve been on a bit of a ‘treat yoself’ binge. Between sample sales and making the most of my awesome Anthro discount, my wardrobe has gotten a serious overhaul. Not sayin’ that I’m getting greedy, but here are a few more things on my lust list!

links: white Clare Vivier tote / sneakers from Plumo / ring from Emily Amey / Rag & Bone shorts

jojotastic | wishing for
This chrysocolla and quartz necklace made by Nallik is the definition of statement necklace. I can picture it with anything from a chambray buttondown to a floor-skimming maxi dress. Available from Leif.

jojotastic | wishing for
Spring cocktails almost beg to be made using a mason jar, right? This one from Terrain is certainly calling my name.

jojotastic | wishing for
Finally, I actually already own this candle from Anthropologie, but I had to share it with you. A bit subtle and very soft, Creme Fresh has notes of vanilla, coconut and cream. I’m usually more of a citrus or watery candle type, but I find this fragrance to be incredibly soothing and peaceful.

jojotastic | an afternoon at Terrain

Forgive my bluntness, but Terrain at Styers is truly magical. In fact, it’s one of my favorite places in the Philly area. This weekend I escaped the city and ventured out to Glen Mills, PA for the design*sponge Past & Present Book Event and a smidge of windowshopping. What I love most about Terrain is the store’s set-up. Vignettes of products throughout make me feel like I’ve been transported to another place. The mix of materials and texture is key. Long vines drape over paperback books stacked on rough, raw linen textiles. Vintage flower pressings are haphazardly yet artfully arranged on a wall while vintage apothecary jars hold fresh peonies in the foreground. Birdhouses mingle with punched aluminum pendant lighting. Oh, and every time I visit Terrain, it’s different; the space is ever-evolving.

jojotastic | an afternoon at Terrain
One of the most romantic vignettes I’ve ever seen in a store. I can almost smell the rose petals…

jojotastic | an afternoon at Terrain
One day I aspire to have a wall of white ceramics and this is what it looks like in my imagination. Yes, peonies are always included.

jojotastic | an afternoon at Terrain
A bit of Philly pride.

jojotastic | an afternoon at Terrain
Obligatory spring flower shot.

PS – want to see my recap of the Past & Present event? Head on over to Anthology!

photos by Jojotastic

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Quick, hide my credit card and change the password to my paypal account… This Etsy shop is seriously killing it and I feel a vintage shopping binge coming on! Wretched Shekels, a “distinctive collection of vintage oddities, has really stolen my heart. Each listing is gorgeously staged and photographed, basically making me wish I lived in their world. Also, I am really, really sad that these canisters sold before I could lay my hands on them. You snooze, you lose I guess!

canisters / mask / arrows / shelf

PS – in the mood for more home decor? Check out my latest Anthology post about Rebecca Atwood’s newly launched shop.

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On Saturday I attended the Etsy Pop-Up shop at West Elm. Curated by Jaime Derringer of Design Milk, this event brought local awareness to some of my old favorite and new favorite Etsy shops. It was such an energetic shopping experience, complete with Federal Donuts (you know how much I love them…) and my very first Smilebooth!

Be sure to check out:

photos by me for Jojotastic. photo of donuts by Chloe Grigri.

jojotastic-birthday-wish-list

Guys, my birthday is ONE week away! I’ll be turning 28 and I find myself feelin’ a bit introspective and thoughtful this year. What am I doing with my life? Where am I going? What’s next? It’s all very existential. I keep reminding myself to try and stay light in my thinking. Afterall, what good does it do to brew? But what isn’t existential is my birthday wish list! Here are some treats I am hoping for this year.

  1. necklace from Iacoli & McAllister — I love the mix of materials and metal + paint on this necklace. It also doesn’t hurt that they are a Seattle company!
  2. striped silk pants from Club Monaco — I love a good harem pant.
  3. field jacket from A-Thread — I have been searching for the perfect lightweight jacket for spring and this might be The One.
  4. emerald baking dishes from Suite One Studio — I’m been cooking at home more and more, so these dishes feel very necessary!
  5. vintage scissors mixed media piece by Cori Kindred — I’ve also been working on my art collection and love the thought of mixing in something 3-D.
  6. stamped brash ring from Mark & Graham — I’ve been loving monogram lately, as well as statement rights. Imprint my initials on this ring and I’d be good to go.
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Summer has been on my mind a lot. I know I know, we haven’t even made it to spring yet, but I can’t help myself. I popped into Free People the other day and was positively wow-ed by their dress assortment. From easy, breezy jersey to fanciful lace and embroidery, I am really feeling the urge to splurge in their dress shop this season…

links: Audrina maxi dress / printed triangle top maxi dress / pantry stripe dress / curved hem striped tunic

jojotastic-meow-meow-tweet

Meow Meow Tweet covers all the bases for beauty products as far as I’m concerned: cruelty-free, all-natural, damn good fragrances that aren’t too sweet, and really, really adorable packaging. Hand-crafted in Brooklyn, each product is “an olfactory experience and developed as if it was a modern culinary dish.” Fragrance combos include Black Walnut Sage, Fennel Orange, and Rosemary Lime. The best part? The combos are carefully mixed to produce the perfect aroma with healthful benefits specific to the product. For example, lavender and lemon calm and tone the skin. Mostly though, I just want to have cute kitty-inspired packaging to perk up my daily beauty routine!

all images via Meow Meow Tweet

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Stop everything. Leif, one of my favorite online boutiques and purveyor of pretty much everything wonderful, has started carrying original works of art! The entire collection can be seen here and emcompasses several different media: collage, watercolor, even hand-cut paper. And, at affordable pricepoints, there are definitely some pieces that have caught my eye…

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