tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54368734981426452322024-03-18T04:17:52.376-05:00Classic Style HomeJennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.comBlogger265125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-5372488177355495982024-01-01T23:11:00.000-06:002024-01-01T23:11:03.208-06:00Happy New Year! Plus Christmas 2023<p>Happy New Year! I believe this might be the first time in 11 years that I haven't posted a Christmas Home Tour. I'm going to make up for that right now! The decorations were a little more neutral this year. I'm still not sure how I feel about it. Every time I tried to add a bit of red, it just didn't feel right for some reason. I'm pretty sure I'll have more traditional color next year because I did miss it even if the gold and ivory were beautiful.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNU1o4d45SWdzdyEyUv5E0ICT46MU6a0GBb1PqITnaIC8h-Jl3k7sayxJtd6spwDDh39M1EtnWqLju8QfVmIu5OqjfnxOET0iTMSSrdpAUDIl8h1FcJ8hxFQraHBtHd0Dj2c_nub0JFz3cHOrSoN-5NQzf-3DohVskjGTGC-erR1PEDZk2IyTNEYOy5lbM/s5712/IMG_5675.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5712" data-original-width="4284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNU1o4d45SWdzdyEyUv5E0ICT46MU6a0GBb1PqITnaIC8h-Jl3k7sayxJtd6spwDDh39M1EtnWqLju8QfVmIu5OqjfnxOET0iTMSSrdpAUDIl8h1FcJ8hxFQraHBtHd0Dj2c_nub0JFz3cHOrSoN-5NQzf-3DohVskjGTGC-erR1PEDZk2IyTNEYOy5lbM/w480-h640/IMG_5675.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div style="text-align: center;">I lost my decorating mojo this year when I got to the stairs. I just left he garland plain, but no one seemed to notice. </div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs1KtPwrlmrqfLdvSGDymGdM8aplb4bN1wX9gmkLjm-Vc00bweRA-DFsZ2lrrmauUugpLIcji44fRAELHsfJ9h_yXcA_9qCZciFx4wBQCm2TyHI8Jli9KrukDq6qdorRfaV6jYEIXQwObH9mCbUQE0bffrp9KM1cUm-kNquGij7nOQ969mbE2uQtHl5az8/s5712/IMG_5646.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5712" data-original-width="4284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs1KtPwrlmrqfLdvSGDymGdM8aplb4bN1wX9gmkLjm-Vc00bweRA-DFsZ2lrrmauUugpLIcji44fRAELHsfJ9h_yXcA_9qCZciFx4wBQCm2TyHI8Jli9KrukDq6qdorRfaV6jYEIXQwObH9mCbUQE0bffrp9KM1cUm-kNquGij7nOQ969mbE2uQtHl5az8/w480-h640/IMG_5646.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I guess I was feeling gold this year because my outfit matched the tree. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11ytirov6eMizvNb8GxSGYKgeBEHVNTWblKSpNzFxDFQZXgp46C1xo5phRufD4YP0xFVMOeplVSkFYjcu3y4MxooxGh2mTU0dwr28VYuzKEsyyrM1U6dqkUe6J1rYyPiKNWocDhjj28w2_LXDMlsK-ip_syT2xcg1DujPJ_YITshGxzopbmUwi48YQGwF/s2492/IMG_5548.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2492" data-original-width="1207" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj11ytirov6eMizvNb8GxSGYKgeBEHVNTWblKSpNzFxDFQZXgp46C1xo5phRufD4YP0xFVMOeplVSkFYjcu3y4MxooxGh2mTU0dwr28VYuzKEsyyrM1U6dqkUe6J1rYyPiKNWocDhjj28w2_LXDMlsK-ip_syT2xcg1DujPJ_YITshGxzopbmUwi48YQGwF/w310-h640/IMG_5548.PNG" width="310" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This gold velvet ribbon is so pretty! I found it at Wal-mart of all places!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjer4_kInCzdjvjCjXBApe2q9MR-tVsWPAfXlJu4w55H324BKAem6_xaS9kILDgagBZs0pxfwgfqQmkcE0bRCpk4Bw6yXa3dh49FbKo1MXhoId_jOlOIvvwzgkErXRYPYSXtuDHlXlPItevmexHjRQPB_YyW3ZXjPwqFUtNdW1Zka9UMAi5fl-Z5x0_R0D6/s1216/IMG_5468.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="628" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjer4_kInCzdjvjCjXBApe2q9MR-tVsWPAfXlJu4w55H324BKAem6_xaS9kILDgagBZs0pxfwgfqQmkcE0bRCpk4Bw6yXa3dh49FbKo1MXhoId_jOlOIvvwzgkErXRYPYSXtuDHlXlPItevmexHjRQPB_YyW3ZXjPwqFUtNdW1Zka9UMAi5fl-Z5x0_R0D6/w330-h640/IMG_5468.PNG" width="330" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My favorite photo! </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig_0DK8laj15DC1kR1bLe6jbWWs1vmIraByMZ2y_YnSg5RoUJf1ZBHlXcPZarwnoPJ6NKLmvxvpNVc6Zaorx0ftG9SmQSWGVz83w05wwta8bXAuxethR2cmNsCiXXil57-WHtl2jwyFagyJBqazBECW4TqEASdch33VO4sa-AfRN3ZFTGpDWOgWLIRiOEG/s5712/IMG_5675.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5712" data-original-width="4284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig_0DK8laj15DC1kR1bLe6jbWWs1vmIraByMZ2y_YnSg5RoUJf1ZBHlXcPZarwnoPJ6NKLmvxvpNVc6Zaorx0ftG9SmQSWGVz83w05wwta8bXAuxethR2cmNsCiXXil57-WHtl2jwyFagyJBqazBECW4TqEASdch33VO4sa-AfRN3ZFTGpDWOgWLIRiOEG/w480-h640/IMG_5675.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Christmas morning</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvGtLmmw7iHIsyzWv8ktAXmOa3ZIZxfkLd_2UMAC3CUxJxFl1FtldSxKS3Q_zG0WwKLkFzToFLxUxjrylR1RvSlkbi5cxTw1IBcXExXNXoBCvpdv12lfKTEDoW4VV9zsCC6maWNzGx7AfZXVGcFwD70MGEQMBIMm7UsnaXpIs_jPRr00Imlf5vSJRIoGpa/s4033/IMG_5745.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4033" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvGtLmmw7iHIsyzWv8ktAXmOa3ZIZxfkLd_2UMAC3CUxJxFl1FtldSxKS3Q_zG0WwKLkFzToFLxUxjrylR1RvSlkbi5cxTw1IBcXExXNXoBCvpdv12lfKTEDoW4VV9zsCC6maWNzGx7AfZXVGcFwD70MGEQMBIMm7UsnaXpIs_jPRr00Imlf5vSJRIoGpa/w480-h640/IMG_5745.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The best Christmas Day breakfast! The skillet potatoes with sautéed onions, bacon and cheese are my favorite. My husband has been making it since our college days.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDILkR9v5Eut5JBmLH3eeQOt72WOYEs0VIBuJVwox3yU2bjIad8oDa8b_onuxLFGgtDA-uHsVMHp4UMgyZN2QhvPKYCZtDVedSf1HYsokvHqloSWBtjGYDJrIEMb-GK2xSSM1ttt7QWMDOQPEOODAmL3NVGxsJzPd8BGG8UvwWFhBTbQJzwcStu9eaXd8f/s5712/IMG_5754.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5712" data-original-width="4284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDILkR9v5Eut5JBmLH3eeQOt72WOYEs0VIBuJVwox3yU2bjIad8oDa8b_onuxLFGgtDA-uHsVMHp4UMgyZN2QhvPKYCZtDVedSf1HYsokvHqloSWBtjGYDJrIEMb-GK2xSSM1ttt7QWMDOQPEOODAmL3NVGxsJzPd8BGG8UvwWFhBTbQJzwcStu9eaXd8f/w480-h640/IMG_5754.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I promise Ryan is happy or he would have not let me take this photo. He's just being cool.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAZuUtct3cT2ie8fteqMXWt03DFHYeXzvxcccJ_J39PM4YemQlmFva4CQjt4gJ5KVIZkH0zkiuvrU7qCTeSZySXyOK0n0Em_WPD6ONjja5hKuHXt88KpzdLtTrNxACWRcS3360Yu9jgbyORj3i4lnDhCxtAcERoTCW07Syw_bJoKbpeJTU7XfpKPKC0te/s3088/IMG_5769.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAZuUtct3cT2ie8fteqMXWt03DFHYeXzvxcccJ_J39PM4YemQlmFva4CQjt4gJ5KVIZkH0zkiuvrU7qCTeSZySXyOK0n0Em_WPD6ONjja5hKuHXt88KpzdLtTrNxACWRcS3360Yu9jgbyORj3i4lnDhCxtAcERoTCW07Syw_bJoKbpeJTU7XfpKPKC0te/w480-h640/IMG_5769.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm so bummed Dylan missed the family photo. We didn't think to take one until the end of the night and he had left to go to a friend's house. Can you believe how tall the boys are?! Aidan is 6'1 and Ryan is 6'2.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-AWXHGpSWYDvSBntFmPfnDn0buJ8-xExcnlGZKLyNeZLChwKut9ggW1ZHM9h__6EFpMxppBXhKNE3ew8cHePj1bAJbUnkKO1tNMxXtfQ1ukidX9B_Z3m7t_1bSENaBeOvZcL5U-9p8q3uAMv4yhSfuyUrfPx9j5A2ETMojtCQFOeyCJgryFDmfe0qm9DC/s3904/IMG_5770.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3904" data-original-width="3098" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-AWXHGpSWYDvSBntFmPfnDn0buJ8-xExcnlGZKLyNeZLChwKut9ggW1ZHM9h__6EFpMxppBXhKNE3ew8cHePj1bAJbUnkKO1tNMxXtfQ1ukidX9B_Z3m7t_1bSENaBeOvZcL5U-9p8q3uAMv4yhSfuyUrfPx9j5A2ETMojtCQFOeyCJgryFDmfe0qm9DC/w508-h640/IMG_5770.JPG" width="508" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The New Year's Eve table looked elegant, but I was in sweats and we played cards with friends here. It ended up being such a great night! My son and his girlfriend joined in now that they are 21. It's weird, but fun to have your kids quasi adults.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI-_oGjTWkFTtk2WhdJxNJGnbB5cUfczf35d7gARSZP7RKRhnizYuiadfd4XAPa8ifXdybckdW0kzBeG3w-M4F1PEyBw0ZyzbLr2BkJLpJh7GOYwRvRpcGn34e9eVerZ6gffbFaEhoDNs6rSkum3pQtqfpJK0YgwLnqGWd54wvELC60Qg8ktIczmzgkRJT/s5712/IMG_5808.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5712" data-original-width="4284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI-_oGjTWkFTtk2WhdJxNJGnbB5cUfczf35d7gARSZP7RKRhnizYuiadfd4XAPa8ifXdybckdW0kzBeG3w-M4F1PEyBw0ZyzbLr2BkJLpJh7GOYwRvRpcGn34e9eVerZ6gffbFaEhoDNs6rSkum3pQtqfpJK0YgwLnqGWd54wvELC60Qg8ktIczmzgkRJT/w480-h640/IMG_5808.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I put away all the Christmas decor on New Year's Day. I ordered a new throw pillow for my sofa to have something to look forward to before I started cleaning up the decorations lol. I think looking forward to a vacation or a new project around the house always makes me feel a little less sad about the season ending. It's getting harder every Christmas because I feel like it's a countdown until the kids aren't under our roof any longer. Of course with the cost of housing these days they may be here longer than we think!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfUJgZaVXeHx7Ok9Q4wPFGcOH7AL72qsr_cYSZJuMODnaD3cnx3y3j8SEJ_fGu6HD_Fq2LisjtdXaASv2am1bCQVK3vS_GuD-DVCtf7nyj0c8PMlqDr82ahqm7r1nJGWHNQuCafO0V6M0h368hYi5Gs2_2exqKkU2fH4ZZJUp13gqFgXE7srK14Ed9_jqY/s1607/IMG_5864.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1607" data-original-width="1290" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfUJgZaVXeHx7Ok9Q4wPFGcOH7AL72qsr_cYSZJuMODnaD3cnx3y3j8SEJ_fGu6HD_Fq2LisjtdXaASv2am1bCQVK3vS_GuD-DVCtf7nyj0c8PMlqDr82ahqm7r1nJGWHNQuCafO0V6M0h368hYi5Gs2_2exqKkU2fH4ZZJUp13gqFgXE7srK14Ed9_jqY/w514-h640/IMG_5864.PNG" width="514" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Before Christmas I ordered a new tray and burl wood box for my coffee table. I love the way they look here. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXaGVduDPmQc2l_bONQhQgZMP9el5H2sRGgMrBoYkIay9Yd2qVVIgrDbK46TtjWbDRCwNZFjpCORktGLFmbrZLmq7vgdJrsiNA4Et8UvGJAFe9z_AMlNB9RpahIzl48NhIrYRQQwDrhgmA2rTzeyRZcvc-QzOLt5NmJYpeMW2qZweBUf7JvI-U2dz8qa9A/s1600/IMG_5863.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1290" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXaGVduDPmQc2l_bONQhQgZMP9el5H2sRGgMrBoYkIay9Yd2qVVIgrDbK46TtjWbDRCwNZFjpCORktGLFmbrZLmq7vgdJrsiNA4Et8UvGJAFe9z_AMlNB9RpahIzl48NhIrYRQQwDrhgmA2rTzeyRZcvc-QzOLt5NmJYpeMW2qZweBUf7JvI-U2dz8qa9A/w516-h640/IMG_5863.PNG" width="516" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;">That's a wrap on 2023! </p><p style="text-align: center;">Everything is linked <a href="https://www.shopltk.com/explore/classicstylehome" target="_blank">here on my LTK page!</a></p>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-28075446411729667382023-09-17T15:29:00.001-05:002023-09-17T16:41:36.854-05:00My New Two Pages Custom CurtainsI have been dreaming about curtains for my living room windows since we moved in, but as a designer I knew they were going to cost a fortune. I heard about <a href="https://twopagescurtains.com" target="_blank">Two Pages "viral" custom curtains </a>that could be bought on Amazon from home decor influencers for much cheaper than going through a fabricator. I was definitely intrigued enough to bookmark the website a couple of months ago. Thankfully, I never got around to ordering because Two Pages reached out soon after for a collaboration. I was thrilled!<div><br /></div><div>Aren't they beautiful?! They changed the entire look and feel of the living room. It's so much cozier and elegant at the same time.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKVe9GcAP34PsEagqTSnK5nS3AL4KfWQAjqACYONb-UezUptB90sulBaYQhugukR_0T97y_lzI8EKOV13UkDoHMBD2AINIJmobH8EKux1ZwFanEOtaek2086edEgtM4mHOrJbMlk8fD2NIW8p5m8XJWCN_5YJOo7SdugzAnF89dVfQXVBKTzEjI7XZSdon/s4032/IMG_1157.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKVe9GcAP34PsEagqTSnK5nS3AL4KfWQAjqACYONb-UezUptB90sulBaYQhugukR_0T97y_lzI8EKOV13UkDoHMBD2AINIJmobH8EKux1ZwFanEOtaek2086edEgtM4mHOrJbMlk8fD2NIW8p5m8XJWCN_5YJOo7SdugzAnF89dVfQXVBKTzEjI7XZSdon/w360-h640/IMG_1157.HEIC" width="360" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>My curtains are the Liz Drape in a polyester linen fabric. I chose these because I wanted something that didn't wrinkle as much as my 100% linen curtains. The header is a pinch pleat, but I also love the triple and Euro pleat that are available as well. I prefer a non-filtered curtain for a more elegant look so I chose a blackout liner. I love light filtering curtains in more casual rooms. I think what sets these curtains apart from everyone else is the memory shaping. I didn't even iron or steam them. The wrinkles fell out after a few days of hanging! I was recently asked how I chose the color. I decided that the beige-white was perfect for this room because it goes so well with the wall and trim paint. I didn't want to match the decor and then it not match if I change things up in the future. </div><div><br /></div><div>How to measure? There are measuring guides the company website if you want them to be functional. You also might consider a traverse rod to make it easier to close. Mine are strictly for aesthetics. I wanted to frame the windows for a softer and more polished look. I prefer a very full look so I measured how much width I could have without blocking the view when they are open. Mine are 72" wide open and about 22" wide closed. I can close them if needed at that width. I hung them as high as possible. The 132" length were perfect for my windows. If you don't have moulding, I suggest to go as close to the ceiling as possible. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDDx4TFaCwIb-RJ5BEZtEXYnJtFVe8pUcsACMbUWxYGb3Wku4UwHlDkp2Yqp6NLq2jYkRtpJhLCAvpaS0zX7aqfsws8tVrTPW7S-5D7oJ1Whdkp7G1VQnh579UNcBq2_UlsEO9zhlb4ogoBGIHDfEADMTYA83PlGA-OwDEtVpJUgkoHRqEArRyrHVkhYpG/s4032/FullSizeRender.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDDx4TFaCwIb-RJ5BEZtEXYnJtFVe8pUcsACMbUWxYGb3Wku4UwHlDkp2Yqp6NLq2jYkRtpJhLCAvpaS0zX7aqfsws8tVrTPW7S-5D7oJ1Whdkp7G1VQnh579UNcBq2_UlsEO9zhlb4ogoBGIHDfEADMTYA83PlGA-OwDEtVpJUgkoHRqEArRyrHVkhYpG/w360-h640/FullSizeRender.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Before photo-It didn't look bad since we added the woodwork a few years ago, but it still lacked the warmth curtains could provide.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHqHm-I2MvQdYYXCW7dpY9yuUghMKvoAGSAtBAAYUed9nGto6wbnz3vK_Zq478KxQmIA5ufEmoNHJpxdxj0wmrIgB7y927_KgmVaFfHVFK0tPWlPII7KmJsuVQRCV5ZrmVYQXfJ5sv2BOocih4-a_5iPrhk1YeqTHJTwfPohRmtbhpoT5j66IX39JOcQf/s2037/IMG_4950.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2037" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHqHm-I2MvQdYYXCW7dpY9yuUghMKvoAGSAtBAAYUed9nGto6wbnz3vK_Zq478KxQmIA5ufEmoNHJpxdxj0wmrIgB7y927_KgmVaFfHVFK0tPWlPII7KmJsuVQRCV5ZrmVYQXfJ5sv2BOocih4-a_5iPrhk1YeqTHJTwfPohRmtbhpoT5j66IX39JOcQf/w404-h640/IMG_4950.PNG" width="404" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>So much better!</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRhROhL0DXpb-9xl01bkEO8aMUwEG2pTQDwRIUrjnn_qNTC6MdyvyAHT6Hb1_ew7j5MPEH2NGMFuWEjgHwFtujbJNuv2T69TlcBxoVqrmuMtl4I6LH_wrII6k-osmK4rOYkEfTUzF29DRMIL0UaijMb5eQZErhQSGydTd38d4pBCBFALZPGJF_cZUrK_z/s4032/FullSizeRender.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRhROhL0DXpb-9xl01bkEO8aMUwEG2pTQDwRIUrjnn_qNTC6MdyvyAHT6Hb1_ew7j5MPEH2NGMFuWEjgHwFtujbJNuv2T69TlcBxoVqrmuMtl4I6LH_wrII6k-osmK4rOYkEfTUzF29DRMIL0UaijMb5eQZErhQSGydTd38d4pBCBFALZPGJF_cZUrK_z/w360-h640/FullSizeRender.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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That's not like me at all! I have been more focused on having fun in my spare time with family and friends. However, I could not take looking at my French chairs in my living room one more day when it hit me how much they were not my style at all anymore. I needed to get rid of them yesterday. </p><p>I have been using a lot of swivel barrel style chairs in my projects so I knew that's what I wanted. I also wanted something neutral because as much as I love the blue accents in my living room, I'm getting a little tired of it. It's nice to have the option to switch up colors with the seasons too. I found the perfect chairs at World Market. If you buy them online and pick them up in the store you get an extra 15% off. That makes them under $500 each with tax!</p><p>The fabric is an ivory chenille, and of course they swivel! It's hard to tell in the photo because my ceilings are so high, but the back is higher than a lot of chairs this style. It makes them comfortable enough for my 6 foot tall kids.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHA_BeSeYexkzyiP2Wj22Ith8lZLlhsJO3z4O25pqCgWs5PF1xyuuAelXJ5015SmFHnvbtAqlQn_5KIdNELneMlBBai-iSJ2JEDd64O0qQDpg8u2TUxhBLUCeU7TxDMnjFkJyXLqtRjxGUOiW9QP8O3groPh56CxJ240SZXsqb8pgVQjlGV9_KeccYrcAd/s1791/42A24C0F-BBE1-464B-8B82-8D35E3D50C1C.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1791" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHA_BeSeYexkzyiP2Wj22Ith8lZLlhsJO3z4O25pqCgWs5PF1xyuuAelXJ5015SmFHnvbtAqlQn_5KIdNELneMlBBai-iSJ2JEDd64O0qQDpg8u2TUxhBLUCeU7TxDMnjFkJyXLqtRjxGUOiW9QP8O3groPh56CxJ240SZXsqb8pgVQjlGV9_KeccYrcAd/w514-h640/42A24C0F-BBE1-464B-8B82-8D35E3D50C1C.jpeg" width="514" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC7Kms2n4zOvNFnMfm00hF-D35VqdsvWtl1lolOE54rqEAb_HRE_PPyLm1CT6poEKYxeJOsDxCDyQwHxoRKntxk1K15X7Q7UJ_6fvBhj0EhWS6r2nbeEVEDnoxwAsD3tvPFZ1DNtAvpR2lIve_YIt1Z9YfQ-xbwC03e1p94facLh3Ck8E3Wn2CIKMo6sLL/s1800/491BD5F3-9D3A-44B5-B2FF-4225BE50750A.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC7Kms2n4zOvNFnMfm00hF-D35VqdsvWtl1lolOE54rqEAb_HRE_PPyLm1CT6poEKYxeJOsDxCDyQwHxoRKntxk1K15X7Q7UJ_6fvBhj0EhWS6r2nbeEVEDnoxwAsD3tvPFZ1DNtAvpR2lIve_YIt1Z9YfQ-xbwC03e1p94facLh3Ck8E3Wn2CIKMo6sLL/w512-h640/491BD5F3-9D3A-44B5-B2FF-4225BE50750A.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4SX4CJUK158IgJHN5PKzHuAkSlvfECE-4aYTNDe4KFu3UQFD5nNH2AD-_CkZVZPxgQ21jtrYT-M0J9c8cf-raLssPYibDTVnVk19JOSrMQsToQODOFph5CPZL0pA1LURREZ7piPbfVAdQR_rxFs1cdD5E4KphS8qI0k4Poru2rzLhqfhLakmyS5l05zT/s1800/6350FE0A-7B0E-471D-82B4-76F6DF3B56FC.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI4SX4CJUK158IgJHN5PKzHuAkSlvfECE-4aYTNDe4KFu3UQFD5nNH2AD-_CkZVZPxgQ21jtrYT-M0J9c8cf-raLssPYibDTVnVk19JOSrMQsToQODOFph5CPZL0pA1LURREZ7piPbfVAdQR_rxFs1cdD5E4KphS8qI0k4Poru2rzLhqfhLakmyS5l05zT/w512-h640/6350FE0A-7B0E-471D-82B4-76F6DF3B56FC.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p>I don't think I've posted a non-holiday photo with the new millwork we built on the TV wall. It adds so much character to the room. Between the millwork and the new Frame TV I don't feel like this wall is such an eyesore anymore. There was a time I was going to tear out the fireplace and center it on the wall. It would have been a fortune so I'm happy I found this less expensive option.</p><p>So what's next? I'd like a bigger rug and a contemporary square coffee table. I'm on the fence about a new media center and a more modern chandelier. I'm hoping they will blend with my new things. Here is a mockup I did when I was trying to decide on the direction I'm going to take this room. The price tag on these items are quite high so I'll have to make some concessions on the exact pieces, but I love the look. I definitely want some type of burl wood in the room. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdY0Cv4CRcddgk8qhvyulx-MkodMEVFFZ-UPvljPZhnB2vhPnrRc0_wf1Ej-Kf-ETqY4pDM3EnIeqm0rVD1Ln7CHus-B33I3oYLdAM5u1FKx1RZ9u48DVEPQI-yQ7Z7k3A_LqdFPkMU6Ag_iHacfxa6wXto1Hk4l4CieJWspquANF2jO3Hp5MDT9mduoPr/s1452/851FE34A-2A3E-4579-94B3-1E66EA894861_1_201_a.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1452" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdY0Cv4CRcddgk8qhvyulx-MkodMEVFFZ-UPvljPZhnB2vhPnrRc0_wf1Ej-Kf-ETqY4pDM3EnIeqm0rVD1Ln7CHus-B33I3oYLdAM5u1FKx1RZ9u48DVEPQI-yQ7Z7k3A_LqdFPkMU6Ag_iHacfxa6wXto1Hk4l4CieJWspquANF2jO3Hp5MDT9mduoPr/w566-h640/851FE34A-2A3E-4579-94B3-1E66EA894861_1_201_a.jpeg" width="566" /></a></div><br /><p>So there's a lot to think about! </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-3815814812453199572023-03-31T18:48:00.001-05:002023-03-31T18:48:47.254-05:00Weight Loss and Fitness<p>I've been getting so many questions about what I eat and my fitness routine the past couple of months. I suppose it's because I've been posting photos and videos in swimwear on Instagram. Honestly, I get asked the same questions in real life on a regular basis. I have no problem sharing what works for me to anyone who is interested. Keep in mind, I am not an expert. I feel like I learn new things all the time that has me tweaking my diet and workouts. These are just things that have worked for me.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2F2PJAWXOwqF8-A646OciRNxYarBxY_OIHsuA3VeU1xbfWKmYzVVIUbmeg3d1XoUT0YYyh70LDnlEHXC3ruoDgePTAE6CKZAScHZnU31ko7XHXs5PABxz18N6imNLtCiPsww3ej_LNLgCN-TG-miQ1PzJoiudSyH0jMu45ACGnnS9nn4R5-g2wvgvZg/s4032/Facetune_26-03-2023-13-18-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2F2PJAWXOwqF8-A646OciRNxYarBxY_OIHsuA3VeU1xbfWKmYzVVIUbmeg3d1XoUT0YYyh70LDnlEHXC3ruoDgePTAE6CKZAScHZnU31ko7XHXs5PABxz18N6imNLtCiPsww3ej_LNLgCN-TG-miQ1PzJoiudSyH0jMu45ACGnnS9nn4R5-g2wvgvZg/w480-h640/Facetune_26-03-2023-13-18-10.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">How Many Calories Can I Have a Day?</span></b></p><p>Diet is the most important factor for weight loss. It's the reason why you hear that abs are made in the kitchen. The amount of calories you need per day depends on gender, height, current weight, etc. I like this <a href="https://www.calculator.net/bmr-calculator.html?ctype=standard&cage=45&csex=f&cheightfeet=5&cheightinch=4&cpound=109&cheightmeter=180&ckg=60&cmop=0&coutunit=c&cformula=m&cfatpct=20&x=0&y=0" target="_blank">BMR calculator</a>. I prefer to use the sedentary number as a starting point. I track my calories burned through exercise with an Apple Watch and then add those to the sedentary number for a total of how many calories I can have per day to maintain my weight. If you don't have an Apple Watch or something similar, here is a <a href="https://www.omnicalculator.com/sports/walking-calorie" target="_blank">walking calculator</a> to estimate the amount of calories burned. You'll be surprised at how fast and long you have to walk to burn a decent amount of calories!</p><p>So now you know how many calories you can have per day to maintain your weight. What about to lose weight? The general rule of thumb is that a 3,500 calorie deficit per week (or 500 calorie deficit per day) is needed to lose one pound a week. So you can decrease your calories by 500, up your workout to burn 500 extra calories a day or use a combination of diet and exercise. For example, 60 minutes of cardio at 3.5mph results in a 220 calorie deficit for me. If I reduce my calories by 280 every day as well, I will meet my 500 calorie deficit for the day. Keep in mind if you are just starting out you will probably lose a bit more due to water weight. </p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">What to eat?</span></b> </p><p>A plan is completely necessary. You can also eat many of the same types of food you are used to, but healthier versions. If you like hamburgers, sub the fatty ground beef for 99% lean and take off the top bun. Try veggies instead of fries. I have spaghetti squash and turkey meatballs instead of high fat ground beef and pasta. I eat a modified club sandwich almost everyday-one toasted piece of 45 calorie low carb bread, 0 calorie spicy mustard, lettuce, tomato and 4 oz of deli turkey. Google the calories, sugar, fat and carbs of your food items and tweak until you have come up with a daily meal plan that fits your goals without feeling deprived or hungry. Check out the diet friendly versions of bread, yogurt, etc for ideas. </p><p>Here is my favorite snack! It's a high protein, low calorie yogurt parfait. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLPduPeDogZ2NleWKX9YWU0BxAgX4CBYTv5CwxDhSFCNfznRINfuDj9oiVWAXJiIUhezxXEikgsYpdMx1ojuWkuAg9gLs_mFhOX_l04wxA2pA0W1SqMs81Q9gfrFhaAv__StFYRvlj5sUgyoKmF4Wnt7ayBjjNNZZu5mgWv6sYOpdOWrcUPqiePiv4dg/s4032/IMG_3253.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLPduPeDogZ2NleWKX9YWU0BxAgX4CBYTv5CwxDhSFCNfznRINfuDj9oiVWAXJiIUhezxXEikgsYpdMx1ojuWkuAg9gLs_mFhOX_l04wxA2pA0W1SqMs81Q9gfrFhaAv__StFYRvlj5sUgyoKmF4Wnt7ayBjjNNZZu5mgWv6sYOpdOWrcUPqiePiv4dg/w480-h640/IMG_3253.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisfOqueLA3a8GNH7HX6dFa2OHv4yDTz2txAtBfwU6Q1tiFWdeiDQPW2FZq4tzI_83cnDBj_ceRSKunhep-LHx7-DfOuGS7ddvqh-FvAAffIP_k6ETl3uWHuPxPTBPYZSTKFIx47zBTf91qBRTEY9lmHbkV-8ih6uRCCyFikzn7gqEcUff12bQBwaS-vA/s4032/IMG_3254.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisfOqueLA3a8GNH7HX6dFa2OHv4yDTz2txAtBfwU6Q1tiFWdeiDQPW2FZq4tzI_83cnDBj_ceRSKunhep-LHx7-DfOuGS7ddvqh-FvAAffIP_k6ETl3uWHuPxPTBPYZSTKFIx47zBTf91qBRTEY9lmHbkV-8ih6uRCCyFikzn7gqEcUff12bQBwaS-vA/w480-h640/IMG_3254.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p>It's also necessary to know what you can have from a fast food place in a pinch. I rarely eat fast food, but if I do I order a grilled chicken Market salad from Chik-fil-a with light Italian. I leave off the extra nuts on the side for a total of 205 calories. The soft taco from Taco Bell with grilled chicken, lettuce and tomatoes is only 150 calories. I will have two of those and it feels like a splurge despite only being 300 calories. I will also order any grilled chicken salad from a restaurant with some type of vinaigrette dressing without worrying about calories. </p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Does it matter when you eat? </span></b></p><p>Intermittent fasting is really popular right now, but I am not a fan. I don't believe in ever going hungry. There's a difference between "I could eat" and being hungry. I can always eat, but I only eat when I'm truly hungry. I do try and eat my heavier meals during the day and go lighter/carb free (or very little carbs) at dinner time. I am sedentary at night and don't burn off the calories which results in weight gain for me. </p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Can you drink alcohol? </span></b></p><p>I drink wine every night, but not a lot. I measure it before pouring it in my glass to keep me on track. I'm personally not a fan of liquor, but there are low calorie options. I recently found a zero calorie triple sec mix to make skinny margaritas. The only calories in the drink was 60 from the one shot of tequila.</p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">What is your workout?</span></b></p><p>I do a combination of cardio and weight training. Cardio is solely to help me meet my calorie goal when I am trying to lose weight. If I am not trying to lose weight I only do cardio for 30 minutes a few times a week. I am a fan of Beachbody on Demand for weight training, particularly the 21 Day Fix. I do the lower body, upper body, Dirty 30 and ab workouts. I skip the yoga, cardio and pilates since my goal is weight training. I also push myself to lift as heavy as possible because this is where you will see what people refer to as tone. Toning is just muscle growth. Many women have a fear that heavy weights will make them too big and they just want to "tone." You have to lift heavy weight to tone (aka muscle growth) in combination with enough protein intake. There are also calculators online to help you figure out how many grams you need per day. It's a lot, which is why many people who workout with weights opt for protein shakes. My workout routine is constantly changing as I figure out which Beachbody exercises I like and don't like. I substitute exercises for others I prefer all the time. The best part is my workout is only about 30 minutes, and then I follow it up every other day with 10 minute abs. It doesn't have to take a lot of time. Actually, my routine is done in the time it would take to drive to and from the gym. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit2ZHM3miuRijnn7ovM_D7X7qJyvcAFSD0e0lmP3clebhhwd_Cd-2bfuGn5uzt6mb7Zqo3_O7dlbkP8AD8hQQBXubzzu8QWZabDWcUOaQyUybyHv5rGzoLhmlfkvKmYlzS_SieEg2jt2V07GqTT7mjSxyuVZN_xmRA0XCD4GGog5jgsURRWLSlTEcIGg/s2282/E61CE11B-94AF-424A-84B7-3329595579FC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit2ZHM3miuRijnn7ovM_D7X7qJyvcAFSD0e0lmP3clebhhwd_Cd-2bfuGn5uzt6mb7Zqo3_O7dlbkP8AD8hQQBXubzzu8QWZabDWcUOaQyUybyHv5rGzoLhmlfkvKmYlzS_SieEg2jt2V07GqTT7mjSxyuVZN_xmRA0XCD4GGog5jgsURRWLSlTEcIGg/w360-h640/E61CE11B-94AF-424A-84B7-3329595579FC.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Why is it important to weight train?</span></b></p><p>Weight training will change your body in ways that fat loss will not. I lost quite a bit of weight a while back and was disappointed that I didn't look the way I thought I would since I got so small. I basically looked the same, but smaller. Keep in mind that if you do have a significant amount of fat to lose that the muscle development might not be as noticeable so don't be discouraged. It's also an amazing feeling once you start to get stronger. I can't even put into words at how much better I felt about myself when I could lift heavier weight or not feel as frail, particularly as I am getting older. I won't lie, it was really difficult to get through my Beachbody program the first few weeks. It's surprisingly almost too easy now. Just stick with it and modify the exercises when you need to as well. Listening to my podcasts also helps me get through it!</p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Does it get easier?</span></b></p><p>Yes! I actually crave the healthy foods I regularly eat. When I splurge, it rarely tastes as good as I remembered. I realized that I crave what I am used to eating. If I fall off the wagon around the holidays I find it just as hard to get back on track because I start to crave those unhealthy foods. I have splurged enough finally to realize that I don't need an entire cheat day or even a whole cheat meal. I do not deprive myself of anything I want at all. I finally feel strong enough to take a few bites of dessert and be satisfied. I didn't trust myself before not to inhale the entire cake. It helps to have someone to share it with to keep that from happening too. Also, once you get enough items/meals in your diet that you like, you can finally start to eat healthy without being so mindful and diligent. It took me a couple of years to get to this point, but it will happen. </p><p>Here I am on my last full day in Mexico. I didn't gain any weight despite eating at an all-inclusive resort for several days. Normally, I would be hiding my stomach by now. I indulged, but in small amounts. I also made sure to fill my plate with 90% healthy foods. I didn't feel the least bit deprived. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1njtJN9i9Qb8oGJrfJeu2hjiH3Ievp2lLmDbbk4GkMnLbOAPU20_PWKIz09ptoE1V869VGvcBlBe-tcbjppzvK2qC4odvibgGnR2aKRBN0Lqb38x_cKkeirJAGWt-qtXxtvcHZ7TRzD3y9OSnd638fwh1nTTklD1cGYaF18HW02dJLUfnePisU4r0DQ/s4032/IMG_3573.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1njtJN9i9Qb8oGJrfJeu2hjiH3Ievp2lLmDbbk4GkMnLbOAPU20_PWKIz09ptoE1V869VGvcBlBe-tcbjppzvK2qC4odvibgGnR2aKRBN0Lqb38x_cKkeirJAGWt-qtXxtvcHZ7TRzD3y9OSnd638fwh1nTTklD1cGYaF18HW02dJLUfnePisU4r0DQ/w480-h640/IMG_3573.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>Weight loss can feel like the hardest thing to accomplish, and the easiest when you get the hang of it. It's also ridiculously easy to forget how to eat after a few nights out, a vacation or the holidays no matter how much you think you have a handle on it. Don't beat yourself up when you slip up. Just get back on the wagon and chalk it up to a learning experience!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-48146352604494424732023-01-16T18:26:00.003-06:002023-01-16T18:27:43.224-06:00My Favorite Design Trends for 2023I have noticed over the years that as I lean into and away from certain design trends that many in the industry have similar thoughts. I believe it's because we are inundated with the same looks for several years that we begin to crave something different. Here are a few of my favorite design trends for 2023.<div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>A Vintage Mix</b></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Traditional decor is coming back, dark wood and all. One thing I always do in my own home is mix contemporary and traditional. It's a way to extend the longevity of a room and give it a unique character. I paired my chinoiserie wallpaper panel with modern buffet lamps to balance the look of the room. It's also easier to change things out a few pieces that aren't your style any longer instead of redecorating an entire room. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYFukqg59PgWg8M6jQRBukKg0SuqIicT_qtZvxcYkdnNbUCOVLqugpZQz93uVB7RDiAGXXHUKvIzoo5pvvEnitrkfi3n8RRZwBeVAim5uBDXJNnsq6T_Fil9A4fL-Iw4W899zpgd8kFaGfWjCusmWJd3zlfiA83icAyq4v5szdVKL-BmgoGbTb9OYgzA/s1799/F505AD1D-2575-4C6D-B64D-AF75DC1A11F1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1799" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYFukqg59PgWg8M6jQRBukKg0SuqIicT_qtZvxcYkdnNbUCOVLqugpZQz93uVB7RDiAGXXHUKvIzoo5pvvEnitrkfi3n8RRZwBeVAim5uBDXJNnsq6T_Fil9A4fL-Iw4W899zpgd8kFaGfWjCusmWJd3zlfiA83icAyq4v5szdVKL-BmgoGbTb9OYgzA/w512-h640/F505AD1D-2575-4C6D-B64D-AF75DC1A11F1.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b style="font-family: arial;"><br /></b></div><div><b style="font-family: arial;">Moody Rooms</b></div><div><br /></div><div>My house is light and bright so you may be surprised that I love a dark, cozy room. Here is a media room I designed for a client that's perfect for movie nights. Keep in mind the entire house doesn't have to be dark. Think about the vibe you want for each room. I usually suggest darker rooms for media rooms, master bedrooms or studies. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixdilqQGUq5REeR9J-j_dAvwxnL6npX7Nx-V9rmbF5_iovTivRZwtW6NI_DRjiL9aszZhOIdkxZCBp8_1SU9BPxv8DCS_-EAPqEQYSaF_rZI_4mEswzJWNOifXV3PI-C0JLy7k5BH1EZmtpFVgeimqaOKUjNsvkLRvI0xZ86mQDd0Sznwg2BaGpQErkQ/s1284/IMG_0699.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1277" data-original-width="1284" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixdilqQGUq5REeR9J-j_dAvwxnL6npX7Nx-V9rmbF5_iovTivRZwtW6NI_DRjiL9aszZhOIdkxZCBp8_1SU9BPxv8DCS_-EAPqEQYSaF_rZI_4mEswzJWNOifXV3PI-C0JLy7k5BH1EZmtpFVgeimqaOKUjNsvkLRvI0xZ86mQDd0Sznwg2BaGpQErkQ/w640-h636/IMG_0699.PNG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Home Bars</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Remember the wet bars from the 80s? Everything comes back in style, but usually better. This is no different. The bars are bigger with high end finishes and many have seating for guests. My prediction is that they will be combined with a TV area and/or pool table for entertaining. I do believe this means media rooms will not be as popular in new builds. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="home bar with dark paint" class="lazyimage lazyloaded" data-src="https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/home-bar-ideas-hbx080121meredithmcbrearty-002-1640210445.jpg?crop=0.889xw:1.00xh;0.0748xw,0&resize=480:*" src="https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/home-bar-ideas-hbx080121meredithmcbrearty-002-1640210445.jpg?crop=0.889xw:1.00xh;0.0748xw,0&resize=480:*" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><b>House Beautiful</b></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Wall and Ceiling Details</span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Wainscoting, paneling, wallpaper, stone, beams, crown moulding, etc. elevates every room. I used shiplap and wallpaper in my laundry room makeover. The great thing is that it doesn't matter what your style is because there is a finish that will fit it. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWqUmND28gws-hNZBhNdm28mXJtgabesqZjNEoaYVbAPConYqsaWgdqAVIFHju4aKHEU6ACpgs4IPqOcKHp_xf7d-VmKpQPWeoY6ckJyJrcAi45qYLxst00SKFMd_TMmzJqjg5tvmziy13J0mDgDRhMSony-7-Bw49C3vX2w3migpsRV4pKxgFL1iFVw/s1791/65ACEDFF-B9F1-43B1-95E8-0B658707970A.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1791" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWqUmND28gws-hNZBhNdm28mXJtgabesqZjNEoaYVbAPConYqsaWgdqAVIFHju4aKHEU6ACpgs4IPqOcKHp_xf7d-VmKpQPWeoY6ckJyJrcAi45qYLxst00SKFMd_TMmzJqjg5tvmziy13J0mDgDRhMSony-7-Bw49C3vX2w3migpsRV4pKxgFL1iFVw/w514-h640/65ACEDFF-B9F1-43B1-95E8-0B658707970A.jpg" width="514" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Mass Produced Pinch Pleat Curtains</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am so excited for this one! I have been saying for well over a decade this needed to be a thing. Previously, pinch pleated curtains were only custom made. I finally found non-custom pinch pleated curtains for my breakfast room on Amazon. I'm finally starting to see more pop up all over the internet now. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibqb77BgCQpJRKQLu8-oEXTkC_H0BTEVoT5KfGrSQD4wkBcOIRZH3scK7p-novZ9Dz92HPEhwjJxovThAr1mbHbxzuJuaYYIW7mByQ58Sn-L7Ipg1Fsp27v7KZEjNkcZu4doWBUvwuUfjGdh-9G84zFAaLLQpYqvlHLD9TliaVVBuLdWSmBEqSV8vVTA/s4032/IMG_0175.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibqb77BgCQpJRKQLu8-oEXTkC_H0BTEVoT5KfGrSQD4wkBcOIRZH3scK7p-novZ9Dz92HPEhwjJxovThAr1mbHbxzuJuaYYIW7mByQ58Sn-L7Ipg1Fsp27v7KZEjNkcZu4doWBUvwuUfjGdh-9G84zFAaLLQpYqvlHLD9TliaVVBuLdWSmBEqSV8vVTA/w640-h480/IMG_0175.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">One Dining Room</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Many have been saying they don't need a formal dining room for several years because they go unused. I am not completely on board with that. I would personally give up my breakfast room first since I already have island seating. Regardless of preference, only having one dining area has become a request of many of my new build clients so they can use that square footage elsewhere. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Design Trends I Would Like to See Go Away...But Probably Won't</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Corner Fireplaces</b></i><span style="font-family: inherit;">-If price were no object or we were </span>staying<span style="font-family: inherit;"> here longer, I would center the fireplace on the wall. It </span>would<span style="font-family: inherit;"> give us so much more room and the furniture would be much easier to arrange. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivxf9IVc4OULyXpNFq9qcAJiLM2iAlwkbOTy_Y8rGhIQWyvjcGsccmaSaZ1uZzpe5xzh8jQb2pjVq9PcuYLSZMEBQRvTGmnjTZB2tzW7a84L08iXk4HZpRZHyNdKeqtQx4EQeFH_A5VF9QMn9wAdqm7E7th_hs7Bjr7Js7RMmob6Woik3xtROuYJ41hw/s1799/19900C80-0697-4896-975C-74CF76D892F2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1799" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivxf9IVc4OULyXpNFq9qcAJiLM2iAlwkbOTy_Y8rGhIQWyvjcGsccmaSaZ1uZzpe5xzh8jQb2pjVq9PcuYLSZMEBQRvTGmnjTZB2tzW7a84L08iXk4HZpRZHyNdKeqtQx4EQeFH_A5VF9QMn9wAdqm7E7th_hs7Bjr7Js7RMmob6Woik3xtROuYJ41hw/w512-h640/19900C80-0697-4896-975C-74CF76D892F2.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><b>Extreme Open Concept Spaces</b></i>-I cannot tell you how many times I have had to mute the TV when someone is banging around the kitchen. There is only about ten feet between the sofa and the kitchen sink. I do like the look of an open concept to an extent, especially in smaller homes so it doesn't feel closed in. However, there does need to be some thought put into how these open rooms function. FYI, they are all like this where I live. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwBLmw0vCCF0FsFslkXjeIiTqCg5sNTwoKZ_KPcmPjgoy58sCcjVw2mG56w83G7dlb8VtLZj_8DSNZ6g4exVe14Afd3Pma8VUkuXe2IFS7VGmGKNN3FZR8ZNP3jO85uTHNGdF1FzJT9WgRP8bQAb6tFw9KlaLwOQGzVzcKCfk7I6VrC-gYaON7TwfDMA/s4032/IMG_1586.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwBLmw0vCCF0FsFslkXjeIiTqCg5sNTwoKZ_KPcmPjgoy58sCcjVw2mG56w83G7dlb8VtLZj_8DSNZ6g4exVe14Afd3Pma8VUkuXe2IFS7VGmGKNN3FZR8ZNP3jO85uTHNGdF1FzJT9WgRP8bQAb6tFw9KlaLwOQGzVzcKCfk7I6VrC-gYaON7TwfDMA/w640-h480/IMG_1586.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These are of course just my predictions and opinions. I also predict that after a winter of straight leg and flare jeans getting wet from rain and snow that Gen Z will regret throwing out their skinny jeans. Sometimes jeans just need to go in the boots! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-67551211316512012402022-12-15T12:37:00.002-06:002022-12-15T12:37:38.530-06:00Christmas Home Tour 2022<p>It's a Classic Style Christmas this year with traditional red making its way back into my decor. I was looking back at past photos and missed the red, especially paired with the blue and white ginger jars. I love how festive and cheery the house feels by incorporating red. Thankfully, it complements the blue and white I already have in my home. </p><p>Let's get started at the front door with one of my favorite new things this year, these topiaries! They are real so I plan on having them around all year round (unless they don't make it which is a possibility with my black thumb). I love how cute they look with these red bows I added. It's also a hint of what is to come inside. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyLL5nGo3aKWcjCECkY3hS5WlOSLah0okjzZD3J9gen3dDFzBj0OXRxZm67FPLN4BG2_xUgYijUv5iw8lVMITcRfnkiayp-uaB6ehx9kHl_PP1waNUwumevf4JoU3StnFwQ3Adg_y30I4NKL_xwSXHvh3LmIfHjVoMKmUGtd1hR6hcr1XJ0HfKGYtVxg/s3941/IMG_1195.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3941" data-original-width="2956" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyLL5nGo3aKWcjCECkY3hS5WlOSLah0okjzZD3J9gen3dDFzBj0OXRxZm67FPLN4BG2_xUgYijUv5iw8lVMITcRfnkiayp-uaB6ehx9kHl_PP1waNUwumevf4JoU3StnFwQ3Adg_y30I4NKL_xwSXHvh3LmIfHjVoMKmUGtd1hR6hcr1XJ0HfKGYtVxg/w480-h640/IMG_1195.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi25dMDD-UcV8P-yWysX-wjqouWmTuJw8HGK955ZbqMdefAXjkBAjz5tpX5z1kpQs8LNMbFzwJFvN3zhcP1F4FQWT7vS-bRA2sn9vX8HIImpifU08SWaztYVqjv2DANknujYOuEGJjgZIqw75Pg6BC4rGhaR957A3ZhsyI8T1Bfc9H1VGMGShKjhDe4ow/s4032/IMG_1193.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi25dMDD-UcV8P-yWysX-wjqouWmTuJw8HGK955ZbqMdefAXjkBAjz5tpX5z1kpQs8LNMbFzwJFvN3zhcP1F4FQWT7vS-bRA2sn9vX8HIImpifU08SWaztYVqjv2DANknujYOuEGJjgZIqw75Pg6BC4rGhaR957A3ZhsyI8T1Bfc9H1VGMGShKjhDe4ow/w480-h640/IMG_1193.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love the little peek at the Christmas tree from the front door this year. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8U6PERu8GqFiwm_LXlrJpFb_f2hGUjcO8ibHt0hfMYrtoJpYVZWal2A3LxFejsps1COpSE-Qh6X0nZ8D0hy509wQ327ecoYfAleefpwJoWAH3iOZAT0WDhN4d5CeWsv8owM6E-nIPNADDNS6JftttaDGi0dZMZQQD4iK2NtMUjghhm17komYWQFXLw/s4032/IMG_1196.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj8U6PERu8GqFiwm_LXlrJpFb_f2hGUjcO8ibHt0hfMYrtoJpYVZWal2A3LxFejsps1COpSE-Qh6X0nZ8D0hy509wQ327ecoYfAleefpwJoWAH3iOZAT0WDhN4d5CeWsv8owM6E-nIPNADDNS6JftttaDGi0dZMZQQD4iK2NtMUjghhm17komYWQFXLw/w480-h640/IMG_1196.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Classic green garland and red bows </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg40CBs08-wM9FytSm_M_IJevpy3SjKuWk2g6gkSDXdbMcAbrZV2ryO98cuwv4bXnTWkyQLNwDmgVBMI4KMqL_Cs_qe9ssiNPJTMjfsymSjXTj3fMitNE3M0mYD6WvUn1gT16yHy3Q4SYo6vQvCEX-lUAvAsXjMeSV0l2AxCsJAzJSJ7p7f5gKXpJkWMg/s4032/IMG_1190.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg40CBs08-wM9FytSm_M_IJevpy3SjKuWk2g6gkSDXdbMcAbrZV2ryO98cuwv4bXnTWkyQLNwDmgVBMI4KMqL_Cs_qe9ssiNPJTMjfsymSjXTj3fMitNE3M0mYD6WvUn1gT16yHy3Q4SYo6vQvCEX-lUAvAsXjMeSV0l2AxCsJAzJSJ7p7f5gKXpJkWMg/w480-h640/IMG_1190.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I kept the dining room neutral because that's what I had on hand. Actually, the centerpiece came about because that's what was sitting on the table waiting to be put somewhere. I just left it there and grabbed a few picks to intersperse between the tree topiaries. I later realized that I did the exact same table a few years ago. I guess it was still there in my brain somewhere!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJj3zCJIPH6EhBnmsuvM3vY6V7zrxiH2bn8lDJWmx1tp5yHwBZ_gZeGpABtc2bRseo0GLRbQOc17yAc74esH0mmImKbseQMQtjIKe0WWy1EtIhKyOXpAj_u89i5QC53O6UkKIHgH4TpT1WhQbL3TpRuKW4VB9ZvxUckgT1tuX9dhGO8RCneBIFFGNnUw/s4032/IMG_1187.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJj3zCJIPH6EhBnmsuvM3vY6V7zrxiH2bn8lDJWmx1tp5yHwBZ_gZeGpABtc2bRseo0GLRbQOc17yAc74esH0mmImKbseQMQtjIKe0WWy1EtIhKyOXpAj_u89i5QC53O6UkKIHgH4TpT1WhQbL3TpRuKW4VB9ZvxUckgT1tuX9dhGO8RCneBIFFGNnUw/w480-h640/IMG_1187.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is my new framed Gracie wallpaper panel. I've always wanted one of these. Are you surprised I chose green? Me, too. It just spoke to me. The buffet lamps are new as well. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTiShJbkBHaJTQRcliy3mEjYOWv_3S2eCrqZpN-KL_qA7P4dIZnaq4_axItAWWyx-v6z9V2HZqaakSqrsFMpE9GUrp4xWRhbi3x4GKPAuriR9GLjhvxeWmwtmfH7kAz1yMiqsQWE5J4Qhn4_iqQMOP4oL5jGXz-yZXAQEJE3MpJhAkK4gcrHpFMTzp9Q/s4032/IMG_1479.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTiShJbkBHaJTQRcliy3mEjYOWv_3S2eCrqZpN-KL_qA7P4dIZnaq4_axItAWWyx-v6z9V2HZqaakSqrsFMpE9GUrp4xWRhbi3x4GKPAuriR9GLjhvxeWmwtmfH7kAz1yMiqsQWE5J4Qhn4_iqQMOP4oL5jGXz-yZXAQEJE3MpJhAkK4gcrHpFMTzp9Q/w480-h640/IMG_1479.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip_1phLv7v2yyUm0mXVC8v6rXUDSbmJlsGQUC-PNI0IuA40nrxtZe8TTmwZx3qEtv08o8gWqrXs_PrCgxxBh26IAJLBR3Cw2PyLAuiB8wiRGypuWoNMBgyuJIO1ypISurgQiRIPCfYXwUeDOSxPVXdEDh6ak34kTXRTCd55kK8WrJPkQQqv57dZC71NA/s4032/IMG_1472.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip_1phLv7v2yyUm0mXVC8v6rXUDSbmJlsGQUC-PNI0IuA40nrxtZe8TTmwZx3qEtv08o8gWqrXs_PrCgxxBh26IAJLBR3Cw2PyLAuiB8wiRGypuWoNMBgyuJIO1ypISurgQiRIPCfYXwUeDOSxPVXdEDh6ak34kTXRTCd55kK8WrJPkQQqv57dZC71NA/w480-h640/IMG_1472.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I happened to have a green ribbon on hand to give my horse a bow to match. I also added roses to my magnolia garland. It's such a pretty, romantic look. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5V8tRnx2YDoNP1fVxJeZVBl4Clvaug8tZmCOfplMW0ZTD5qre7ishsYOqAHlHi6nIjVhsSBWi9Z-5fvbzlYFf9ezszSuQ8fwxBsk1ycq47l0DXBa5ztCBtyIMnheZXTa0fkncyDN0wxhpy0NXcvUi4qg373exbxCYcHNfCVinnwpmSEP6Lao80bx2Q/s4032/IMG_1469.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5V8tRnx2YDoNP1fVxJeZVBl4Clvaug8tZmCOfplMW0ZTD5qre7ishsYOqAHlHi6nIjVhsSBWi9Z-5fvbzlYFf9ezszSuQ8fwxBsk1ycq47l0DXBa5ztCBtyIMnheZXTa0fkncyDN0wxhpy0NXcvUi4qg373exbxCYcHNfCVinnwpmSEP6Lao80bx2Q/w480-h640/IMG_1469.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These pictures aren't the best because I tried to brighten them up, but made them look green and washed out instead. One day I'll figure out how to take photos of windows!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nKBJgIxXkMBpFxFGzzQ0MJUHPv8-Hg4psf9tRG_iKGKjwOPg1IrHCGO28few3m2aq9TtheBo3lnKarwZ4xfLIVDBf02t90ODroZeOqN-l7Xhni8MkAzLIqdAOhTOhT64jMoU__izC9lNfQHIHqfz1E3pvtDVDUI5UHyJYN_eZHiucokeXZ24jIc5jQ/s4032/IMG_1197.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nKBJgIxXkMBpFxFGzzQ0MJUHPv8-Hg4psf9tRG_iKGKjwOPg1IrHCGO28few3m2aq9TtheBo3lnKarwZ4xfLIVDBf02t90ODroZeOqN-l7Xhni8MkAzLIqdAOhTOhT64jMoU__izC9lNfQHIHqfz1E3pvtDVDUI5UHyJYN_eZHiucokeXZ24jIc5jQ/w480-h640/IMG_1197.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I will change it up for Christmas Day dinner because I have to put the leaves in the table to accommodate all twelve of us. I also prefer to have real florals as low centerpieces so we can see each other. I usually have three arrangements, roses with cedar. I'll also have cedar pieces as a garland interspersed with votive candles. Maybe I'll throw some ornaments in there. I will put it together the day before Christmas Eve and just do whatever strikes me in the moment. I'll also put my champagne and dessert bar on the buffet again soon. </div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHjC-Y7tz3D4RqZoS4iWXjAcc5PF7nqs4drrPaBdjt0IB5FMrhjTigoVyYNQII2WvvS_H1BZJVxjrGinE43w8EMVoTf9bQD-xUEImLoTX2ivBjEBF5PiMSM5TvtHfg3f0iJUCDCLgI6pQtbDZ5eb6l0H8v9rU86MgvVpgeQfHPN6wvvyf6rtehl2VCNQ/s3941/IMG_1189.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3941" data-original-width="2956" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHjC-Y7tz3D4RqZoS4iWXjAcc5PF7nqs4drrPaBdjt0IB5FMrhjTigoVyYNQII2WvvS_H1BZJVxjrGinE43w8EMVoTf9bQD-xUEImLoTX2ivBjEBF5PiMSM5TvtHfg3f0iJUCDCLgI6pQtbDZ5eb6l0H8v9rU86MgvVpgeQfHPN6wvvyf6rtehl2VCNQ/w480-h640/IMG_1189.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's go into the living room so I can show you not only my Christmas decorations, but my new DIY project! We built this wall of wainscoting the weekend before Thanksgiving. We started on Friday afternoon/evening and I finished painting it on Sunday night. It's the first time that we didn't do faux wainscoting. We actually put wood on the wall first instead of just adding trim boards over the drywall. In case you're wondering, the entire project cost $650 with paint. Not bad! It's much better than the $4000 quote I received from a contractor. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This wall has been an eyesore since before it was even built. I hated the corner fireplace and asked the builder to center it on the wall so we could have a bigger living room and a more symmetrical look. I knew that it was going to be a two story blank wall with zero architectural detail. Well, the builder wanted an astronomical amount just to redraw it (which I should have just paid in retrospect) so we lived with it. I considered knocking out the fireplace or adding a media center. The five figure prices for both had me doing nothing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">However, once I got the Frame TV last month I realized I didn't need a media center any longer. I just needed architectural detail. I played with several options, particularly the vertical shiplap like we did in the laundry room. I decided it was too casual for everything else in the room. This wainscoting is a classic look that goes with every style. We're actually thinking about doing the fireplace next and maybe even painting it a color. I'm still undecided on that. We definitely need someone to come in and frame that window because we don't have a tall enough ladder. I would show you a photo of how this wall looked before, but I rarely photographed it because it was such an eyesore. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bPiuwxInFEt9eAjQtdeDn2o9LZ38czyBTwvgaj8e9l8u6LD8IO7OI2hTXxy3AUAFXDdAmgp0AIfAxiQKVnLFZQqqYJUZgoPU9vRPFvL2bKSaCOEkGj9o5aY_Ld-QVUw7PJmZHzgg9_RQDj2OSDVg-s2rWelgyCBgezm7KCytGH9bI9X5gOArr2LPxw/s3896/IMG_1278.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3896" data-original-width="2922" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bPiuwxInFEt9eAjQtdeDn2o9LZ38czyBTwvgaj8e9l8u6LD8IO7OI2hTXxy3AUAFXDdAmgp0AIfAxiQKVnLFZQqqYJUZgoPU9vRPFvL2bKSaCOEkGj9o5aY_Ld-QVUw7PJmZHzgg9_RQDj2OSDVg-s2rWelgyCBgezm7KCytGH9bI9X5gOArr2LPxw/w480-h640/IMG_1278.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The Christmas tree is in a new spot this year because it blocked the TV. I was disappointed at first, but I love that I can see it from every room now. If the lights were to go out, I would buy two slender trees to go on both sides of the window. Considering this is the second year we've had it that probably won't happen. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1gxFoepq3CkUPYL70Dv4Cqg8umTdJPGoMZVjMmztLMERFXekuXCixhJPZAghlPC4iz0-yleoWDnrYvgkSDXX5TMPdGRUPuwYZpNM92e2LVCSvpSUaI3JXM7UJZVDK-hxT2blO6DReqd1KHyv09uaNWxoYbuOXs5RCQDEzQFhOdV7yx6Uaokpd_jKpQ/s4032/IMG_1279.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha1gxFoepq3CkUPYL70Dv4Cqg8umTdJPGoMZVjMmztLMERFXekuXCixhJPZAghlPC4iz0-yleoWDnrYvgkSDXX5TMPdGRUPuwYZpNM92e2LVCSvpSUaI3JXM7UJZVDK-hxT2blO6DReqd1KHyv09uaNWxoYbuOXs5RCQDEzQFhOdV7yx6Uaokpd_jKpQ/w640-h480/IMG_1279.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm-C8ZFwCNm4_GDwLwhqKJ-cNkD7bwnFaXeUu1ojd-hE5xPl57IGAshaDZnPcwViJdvFxfpb2Rj2GER0ngiTZlIMEGuCyuWsYK77jlfEF7DFcITBdz32H9gATsVPhuJPSh0R699hEzDywQalBvGUYepJbUN35XTuaF-NU3CShJYCnaYayulDQV_KbL9w/s3911/IMG_1277.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3911" data-original-width="2934" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm-C8ZFwCNm4_GDwLwhqKJ-cNkD7bwnFaXeUu1ojd-hE5xPl57IGAshaDZnPcwViJdvFxfpb2Rj2GER0ngiTZlIMEGuCyuWsYK77jlfEF7DFcITBdz32H9gATsVPhuJPSh0R699hEzDywQalBvGUYepJbUN35XTuaF-NU3CShJYCnaYayulDQV_KbL9w/w480-h640/IMG_1277.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Mario enjoying the fire. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitjN8MwZ4XfeSl4gtuVh2wiXlxMyQHdT_j_sG4sIJ4D7n7vtcwAOdrT5ZLs1pjtEzfaQjeOaTLAL2AZgEJEgvU_zB6H3TqGyAcmUY5l_fpqdK_aBioiqIfcydEC3ujucSsarGpUyf8_MAvXXQ8z_dV19GfAZrTjz4KRMOEbX0Ubmf_IGnKfKQuI9hRdw/s4032/IMG_1174.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitjN8MwZ4XfeSl4gtuVh2wiXlxMyQHdT_j_sG4sIJ4D7n7vtcwAOdrT5ZLs1pjtEzfaQjeOaTLAL2AZgEJEgvU_zB6H3TqGyAcmUY5l_fpqdK_aBioiqIfcydEC3ujucSsarGpUyf8_MAvXXQ8z_dV19GfAZrTjz4KRMOEbX0Ubmf_IGnKfKQuI9hRdw/w480-h640/IMG_1174.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The mantel with the blue and white jars is a similar look I did years ago. I did change out the magnolia garlands because they were getting a little tired. I chose a 9 foot garland that fit perfectly, but I should have gotten two 6 foot garlands because the needles all go in one direction so they kind of flail out on the left side. Oh well, I'll reuse it somewhere next year and buy two six foot ones. I do love the look of it though. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicZ6r8wlQw7N0xYeJhORB_OiGOTn3gC9oBm351TXnE9hHa47DWEPXlEyYKhsNd7830XlwUDaRX_Wek05vPMIWOUREcpxcVWN9f0lK_YSE5XIu5lfU0_F72PUMmCVfksU-aY-PY_v1Wa_OrgaVPzwHYfNCBkcBjAp4Efxdmz061QO4mhHVqyngwiWX4xw/s4032/IMG_1119.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicZ6r8wlQw7N0xYeJhORB_OiGOTn3gC9oBm351TXnE9hHa47DWEPXlEyYKhsNd7830XlwUDaRX_Wek05vPMIWOUREcpxcVWN9f0lK_YSE5XIu5lfU0_F72PUMmCVfksU-aY-PY_v1Wa_OrgaVPzwHYfNCBkcBjAp4Efxdmz061QO4mhHVqyngwiWX4xw/w480-h640/IMG_1119.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This chandelier doesn't really go in the house any longer since I redecorated, but I still love the look of it all lit up at night. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Sx6A73_Ifdi-lsRwAnv3yPyjZqH1GMB6m5sZyEDAeE0lCmEKVXZFRkJdT3AKbt9Ds50e9ImCUicUELOmclA29vY5Aa67T-DyykexBgPG7J4ic3q_Frt000KmcVKZ9C8yprvU-IxWIBGlS_uqFfm2G6rfiHP1moUIZqsckelKeF763giYTIZtjjeIGw/s4032/IMG_1138.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Sx6A73_Ifdi-lsRwAnv3yPyjZqH1GMB6m5sZyEDAeE0lCmEKVXZFRkJdT3AKbt9Ds50e9ImCUicUELOmclA29vY5Aa67T-DyykexBgPG7J4ic3q_Frt000KmcVKZ9C8yprvU-IxWIBGlS_uqFfm2G6rfiHP1moUIZqsckelKeF763giYTIZtjjeIGw/w480-h640/IMG_1138.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The garland is very realistic, but it definitely needs to be layered with either a second one or it needs picks. 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I bought the gold frame separately. 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I wanted a touch of red so I added and took away until it was just right. There are only three red ornaments on the tree. The rest of the red colors are ribbons and picks. I also added in mini blue and white ginger jar ornaments and tied them with red ribbons. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLIkqNmuLOI_pykLBTRwZfjVRH1FFvGU7EyZ_PP8c51aUidkmC5JMEoM7Cd-lp92fTOMLA6gInjJbzOUDaFNhoJXMxxAMwahgeA4sce5xMbvV3RNXpTSMvaAa-MAstdvOwuz6Q-cE55K_IDH1j1Pc810u5IwV3LxDDT-BLY6pI6j6u7Zus8orFI08JSg/s4032/IMG_1273.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLIkqNmuLOI_pykLBTRwZfjVRH1FFvGU7EyZ_PP8c51aUidkmC5JMEoM7Cd-lp92fTOMLA6gInjJbzOUDaFNhoJXMxxAMwahgeA4sce5xMbvV3RNXpTSMvaAa-MAstdvOwuz6Q-cE55K_IDH1j1Pc810u5IwV3LxDDT-BLY6pI6j6u7Zus8orFI08JSg/w480-h640/IMG_1273.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy27evaSnu7ujj8JNk-t1uXM_bhDe8mWBRAvQOtyDRIX08IvS7_eNEKs-Xtasc1z6eI6np53kRx7T0gC1upeRqlYMASKfRXS-OVevT9XU77zo-h3tolGnEfbM8CSUwJe-DHf-T_vwqiqEmkOEUIIoZGkbFH-xgDr2XDeiNx7efiL7vW9ygyJLWkovyAw/s4032/IMG_1275.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy27evaSnu7ujj8JNk-t1uXM_bhDe8mWBRAvQOtyDRIX08IvS7_eNEKs-Xtasc1z6eI6np53kRx7T0gC1upeRqlYMASKfRXS-OVevT9XU77zo-h3tolGnEfbM8CSUwJe-DHf-T_vwqiqEmkOEUIIoZGkbFH-xgDr2XDeiNx7efiL7vW9ygyJLWkovyAw/w480-h640/IMG_1275.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I found ginger jar wrapping paper in red and blue on Etsy. I actually didn't buy any of it with a theme in mind. I just thought it was cute. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoDR7Qv6irJc8LzqirWAWcYA4GMk-5Pr40Lyh_rJ-lF1p7dFQ69s9fsAGwU-MlRRDm7bqMY_j8no37DR5CmEJd9RjxbBYUx4vq6I9259ihT23vd2QoQtWCCvY9B-WR_jdnOlI8GJqoX3hbf5IkgLjjTKdmVkUXUqbfbMEpdEIchBqelyupaMsn4LoxcQ/s4032/IMG_1459.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoDR7Qv6irJc8LzqirWAWcYA4GMk-5Pr40Lyh_rJ-lF1p7dFQ69s9fsAGwU-MlRRDm7bqMY_j8no37DR5CmEJd9RjxbBYUx4vq6I9259ihT23vd2QoQtWCCvY9B-WR_jdnOlI8GJqoX3hbf5IkgLjjTKdmVkUXUqbfbMEpdEIchBqelyupaMsn4LoxcQ/w480-h640/IMG_1459.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusc9N1LGeCycGppwWR7rBGMUpQ3WMMhBg_SOXf4Z1ZJoNbl78DcKz5UyJoMiyrDAioTdCV6qyL7Ahl0aFhJcK7-HfvvSTdgRJencGPasbPmOYy-0iPnbzzEQqr587drFm6wqYVF0SqdGdHfJEieHZZ3OLgLr8zKefgZ7ZuAHfYh-qJC1nUXM84pWADQ/s3909/IMG_1461.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3909" data-original-width="2932" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusc9N1LGeCycGppwWR7rBGMUpQ3WMMhBg_SOXf4Z1ZJoNbl78DcKz5UyJoMiyrDAioTdCV6qyL7Ahl0aFhJcK7-HfvvSTdgRJencGPasbPmOYy-0iPnbzzEQqr587drFm6wqYVF0SqdGdHfJEieHZZ3OLgLr8zKefgZ7ZuAHfYh-qJC1nUXM84pWADQ/w480-h640/IMG_1461.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The walkway looks tight here, but in person it's actually quite wide. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWBQMbQEIOQpYPZhlTi5azJUuzwefrMsohWFwGKj1BTAgMR4I2LSoADl-OKV-LqtZ8yGKksxecOQvKwsKL9PWZ-xz03JXpUUGlBil4eoiSUE6ZLxLj2i0x11a_vqedTBdRLoizI4_z3Ic_I3d_VOQNq81qewH0fFeAWevCP2ZdHzlUCc2zDtO3ON6_pg/s4032/IMG_1464.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWBQMbQEIOQpYPZhlTi5azJUuzwefrMsohWFwGKj1BTAgMR4I2LSoADl-OKV-LqtZ8yGKksxecOQvKwsKL9PWZ-xz03JXpUUGlBil4eoiSUE6ZLxLj2i0x11a_vqedTBdRLoizI4_z3Ic_I3d_VOQNq81qewH0fFeAWevCP2ZdHzlUCc2zDtO3ON6_pg/w480-h640/IMG_1464.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My kitchen always looks best with pops of red. I didn't do much differently from a couple of years ago because I loved it so much. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO61pF_xW2zI_C5TnNmQ2NXmaacqzmSxO0VVOUvW9qg02MKdfErTc7ktRvWZH8WJmj3zipTTVhX1y4s89O09Z9YgaFOSD3iYNNh2nx513NwtUrPNjsUQ0D4NXSA_mInJXSGej6GSWzTi2-v5qsCZT8naBXqhlnl2zml-HCvs4Cu25aQA9MF1z2GWKS6w/s4032/IMG_1256.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO61pF_xW2zI_C5TnNmQ2NXmaacqzmSxO0VVOUvW9qg02MKdfErTc7ktRvWZH8WJmj3zipTTVhX1y4s89O09Z9YgaFOSD3iYNNh2nx513NwtUrPNjsUQ0D4NXSA_mInJXSGej6GSWzTi2-v5qsCZT8naBXqhlnl2zml-HCvs4Cu25aQA9MF1z2GWKS6w/w480-h640/IMG_1256.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnICR9M2wbPL555F10z0q-4GQhJaIo04nNHiny6TTBwbIr4NQQbYcK9GIMTeXs4abDYweNcOkOIeHV9u8grSXDawsv0uzzCdLakICeqEOaFr2f8JM6Upoju5ZfVlbswbh5GnTAollLm2mfIpAbRI1tmWztQpOOjfN4blV5FOxuB6NGZQ6j0-6jO3xsuA/s3814/IMG_1258.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3814" data-original-width="2861" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnICR9M2wbPL555F10z0q-4GQhJaIo04nNHiny6TTBwbIr4NQQbYcK9GIMTeXs4abDYweNcOkOIeHV9u8grSXDawsv0uzzCdLakICeqEOaFr2f8JM6Upoju5ZfVlbswbh5GnTAollLm2mfIpAbRI1tmWztQpOOjfN4blV5FOxuB6NGZQ6j0-6jO3xsuA/w480-h640/IMG_1258.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJHhUkQcxDuySu_7lQ7_WO1-mafsr_LTWH6Xrrfc6i51LdU-dWri4U8LA8vKY9WsGkBk_YU8XAueQk2GRXMcGQjsRBJz9zhDdMqkVaIc9bzQAtwC7UA1ezA-_2ci2IdstcfuGN1G_mKF9cad2OvBOAetx3dbhYxyXP6163F0paXjuYfeom0G5TkU4wxw/s4032/IMG_1257.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJHhUkQcxDuySu_7lQ7_WO1-mafsr_LTWH6Xrrfc6i51LdU-dWri4U8LA8vKY9WsGkBk_YU8XAueQk2GRXMcGQjsRBJz9zhDdMqkVaIc9bzQAtwC7UA1ezA-_2ci2IdstcfuGN1G_mKF9cad2OvBOAetx3dbhYxyXP6163F0paXjuYfeom0G5TkU4wxw/w480-h640/IMG_1257.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Isn't this tree cutting board the cutest? I found it on sale at Hobby Lobby for $7. It had a hole at the top for hanging that looked weird to me so I added a bell to it. It's even cuter now!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSxycIJAzjXDSv4Dz-vIeQ8icPPSAX-8HjqWJdWGQTFiOpcJ1bGbepG5_rDi1GtdIRzBwAJsFSKhJPAVW6AfiMeME_jAJQTAu7qH5rst7yEZ3UQEJfgQZREBy-EEJpXpcuceU59vHvg1uenarZeKM5cHBVAWsXJBxsClHiOfYai-S8kxGTZE7JPS_V0w/s4032/IMG_1252.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSxycIJAzjXDSv4Dz-vIeQ8icPPSAX-8HjqWJdWGQTFiOpcJ1bGbepG5_rDi1GtdIRzBwAJsFSKhJPAVW6AfiMeME_jAJQTAu7qH5rst7yEZ3UQEJfgQZREBy-EEJpXpcuceU59vHvg1uenarZeKM5cHBVAWsXJBxsClHiOfYai-S8kxGTZE7JPS_V0w/w480-h640/IMG_1252.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgalvsI29r31Tmw8k3cvNJF1Zu3TnOQR9X5gjPZaL3jTwH1P6kl4F8jILBVtGGSHDutnWXlkl2ZhnuWg-mphnxyz2wVgT-n-p3zQp1ePuJFEIY_fWeueEgf54NvxIZvngiehQkk21e9rzZTWBwHS1ajef8pJY1qLROQKIwOJHuAApzisd0W5QwQ8IIfBg/s3562/IMG_1245.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3562" data-original-width="2672" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgalvsI29r31Tmw8k3cvNJF1Zu3TnOQR9X5gjPZaL3jTwH1P6kl4F8jILBVtGGSHDutnWXlkl2ZhnuWg-mphnxyz2wVgT-n-p3zQp1ePuJFEIY_fWeueEgf54NvxIZvngiehQkk21e9rzZTWBwHS1ajef8pJY1qLROQKIwOJHuAApzisd0W5QwQ8IIfBg/w480-h640/IMG_1245.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I didn't do much to the breakfast room. I just added dried boxwood garlands to match what was in the kitchen to the new buffet. The centerpiece is the same as last year. This room is still a work in progress, but it has come such a long way. I didn't even photograph it for years! I love it now even if there are still things to be done. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWTB9GjqGnk28pqBJpj8MRE5PMq2C0f_IyTdoUeUoHLNKP6vkAuq41qNf5lPkYrL0gdZe9WusoJL4DsP1TQzHeIuBO9hE3sC2rLK0FzwBTIVcM9L0ebf-qCQN4_sUFhW4Jey0wqn1ZFSif_lzc8nz-5RNxS0sulV0qXn0pFAfm-OHxZcVHWGCrswAdlw/s1800/C1AEDDB7-5101-4D31-AF4C-9560D5A961BE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWTB9GjqGnk28pqBJpj8MRE5PMq2C0f_IyTdoUeUoHLNKP6vkAuq41qNf5lPkYrL0gdZe9WusoJL4DsP1TQzHeIuBO9hE3sC2rLK0FzwBTIVcM9L0ebf-qCQN4_sUFhW4Jey0wqn1ZFSif_lzc8nz-5RNxS0sulV0qXn0pFAfm-OHxZcVHWGCrswAdlw/w512-h640/C1AEDDB7-5101-4D31-AF4C-9560D5A961BE.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>It's fun to see the changes I've made over the last year in addition to the Christmas decorations. I didn't realize how much I have done. I can't wait to see what 2023 will bring!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-25476169396740113972022-12-14T14:02:00.003-06:002022-12-14T14:02:33.994-06:00Favorite Holiday LooksMy house is decorated and the presents are wrapped. It's time to have fun at all the holiday parties and events. I have been shopping online for cute and affordable outfits to wear. Most of the events on my calendar are on the casual side so I included sweaters, separates and sweater dresses instead of cocktail attire. <div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoWfej4qoBLr8ITTGthyqSg9o5kZtUr4cKs_JSlDdFH70inE_2wiz2oTCN-n9zPibSjJ8Cuh_DWVDdGYf1VV31LJPktGIOtoCKKIO5OmaO7Q6XQtv8ZYQFsprcafamcHv66WSRfSXujs3bwgv_Y_ZuktG9j2GOFdCXaHAaYvUksRfFFKmE6IfQkjdB7Q/s1920/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoWfej4qoBLr8ITTGthyqSg9o5kZtUr4cKs_JSlDdFH70inE_2wiz2oTCN-n9zPibSjJ8Cuh_DWVDdGYf1VV31LJPktGIOtoCKKIO5OmaO7Q6XQtv8ZYQFsprcafamcHv66WSRfSXujs3bwgv_Y_ZuktG9j2GOFdCXaHAaYvUksRfFFKmE6IfQkjdB7Q/w360-h640/savingPNG.png" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4908784"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/14b7db1bb047158983512159f630582c7b3f5fd3/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. 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It's comfortable for sitting through a ballet, and I like that I can wear these pieces throughout the year on their own. <br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhABTidVOsR6EMOU3k2lBw0dz3zHGPh1owzviw34N4D7kcB0hdRo-IRAVU_dkslLA5Lnw4r705wkNVpiDsyGRk4e2FkOlHabfdh_0KB2pUS2t0bUIkqQJbUcI5x9qaGxJo3OQedP6a5qwlZkbndR7LkPUk9cORQFrU96GW2eZakaAhzPupciBVpzlbKdw/s1080/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhABTidVOsR6EMOU3k2lBw0dz3zHGPh1owzviw34N4D7kcB0hdRo-IRAVU_dkslLA5Lnw4r705wkNVpiDsyGRk4e2FkOlHabfdh_0KB2pUS2t0bUIkqQJbUcI5x9qaGxJo3OQedP6a5qwlZkbndR7LkPUk9cORQFrU96GW2eZakaAhzPupciBVpzlbKdw/w640-h640/savingPNG.png" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I just received these red pumps in the black version yesterday and wore them last night to a casual holiday party with jeans and a plaid button down top. I was surprised at how comfortable they are. The red shoe would also look great with a basic black outfit to dress it up for the holidays. The best part is they won't break the bank at around $50. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhP9A6uTAGdsgVf0cTrTt7-ohOyvfIcBc0-EMURqwiEevp4rsAwHX85WjkxauhKj3eO0uYE9Bo-E9s-cmLavUoclA_o9lNJtXXaI7Y4KedPP-IXyzAEktGWazlaaToT3pEjMMg_I9cxQaG17i_1HEH71oxMBj2w0q-8FoSpXymkFUIBoPOHdcNlZD3dQ/s1080/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhP9A6uTAGdsgVf0cTrTt7-ohOyvfIcBc0-EMURqwiEevp4rsAwHX85WjkxauhKj3eO0uYE9Bo-E9s-cmLavUoclA_o9lNJtXXaI7Y4KedPP-IXyzAEktGWazlaaToT3pEjMMg_I9cxQaG17i_1HEH71oxMBj2w0q-8FoSpXymkFUIBoPOHdcNlZD3dQ/w640-h640/savingPNG.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-61377946945922108782022-11-02T16:17:00.000-05:002022-11-02T16:17:05.770-05:00My Favorite Tech Gifts<p>I'm not a huge tech person, but when I find something I think is amazing I want to share it with everyone! Most of what I share are things that I own and make such a difference in my daily life. Of course, I had to find the best deal possible before sharing too. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-6ACVK-z6NkJdWYN2IfC0uTkrAl2qEI1F-4vlSpzMGjAXS_cXZ0IxACBjZcDIsOKw6o9EeGd0ZmKVYLqNDC5kVOYSOe5Ln0PF1nvD5Qaoi9V8NMaGsVcIujckhxNs7Dpv1VgebxHTIGuHqbQXxqb-C44rnE8ugqABf92dzClnFaDRWxLGpNK6l_VOAg/s1080/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-6ACVK-z6NkJdWYN2IfC0uTkrAl2qEI1F-4vlSpzMGjAXS_cXZ0IxACBjZcDIsOKw6o9EeGd0ZmKVYLqNDC5kVOYSOe5Ln0PF1nvD5Qaoi9V8NMaGsVcIujckhxNs7Dpv1VgebxHTIGuHqbQXxqb-C44rnE8ugqABf92dzClnFaDRWxLGpNK6l_VOAg/w640-h640/savingPNG.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>I own everything but the Apple Airtag. I have been wanting them forever, but just never got around to ordering. </p><p>The air fryer is something we use daily. Actually, we have two! </p><p>My Kindle Paperwhite is one of the most important things I own. There isn't a glare and it feels like I'm reading off a real paper page. I can also read without having the light on so it's one of my husband's favorites too. I have the Kindle Unlimited plan so I can read thousands of books for only $10 a month. </p><p>The kids always get a new portable charger in their stocking. I'm not sure why they lose them, but it's completely necessary for when they are at school or sporting events. </p><p>This is the charging system I own on my nightstand. I love that I don't have to worry about plugging anything in. </p><p>We all switched from regular AirPods to AirPod Pros for the noise cancellation and that we don't have to worry about earwax clogging them. I know, gross. </p><p>I bought this Fitbit for my mom's birthday and she loves it. It's pretty enough to wear every day, too. </p><p>I'm a MacBook fan, and this one is on sale. </p><p>I did not expect everyone to go crazy over the Frame TV deal, but I shouldn't have been surprised because it is pretty awesome. The 75" is 33% off ($2000 instead of $3000), plus there is 0% financing for 36 months. It's about $50 a month! I bought one as well. For some reason I got an extra $200 off when I added it to my cart for a workplace discount? I don't know why, but I'll take it! Shipping is also free. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">SHOP</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
<div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4875020"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/758f49dc51189befd7ec513a0d5e6b380413022e/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. 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The initial plan was to include a play area, but since kids grow up fast they decided to just make it a family room that will accommodate the kids as they grow into teens. <div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg57Cb10kVG4PD75v5EVqJdOE_FKOSimn6cYGyDdwZYcKe7o2dz_W54X4Awr_FodBIxXs0zlggkA5OC2seTS1yB6esp0V3LEr4koXQX2ZRnGfwRZzVh6td1xQo0X3pktSt4chydj8yZGZHqp5fajhc0T2Cj6JD6ynivLN3VWch6TVeCCCBWD0WGAK4DHQ/s1727/IMG_0553.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1727" data-original-width="1260" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg57Cb10kVG4PD75v5EVqJdOE_FKOSimn6cYGyDdwZYcKe7o2dz_W54X4Awr_FodBIxXs0zlggkA5OC2seTS1yB6esp0V3LEr4koXQX2ZRnGfwRZzVh6td1xQo0X3pktSt4chydj8yZGZHqp5fajhc0T2Cj6JD6ynivLN3VWch6TVeCCCBWD0WGAK4DHQ/w466-h640/IMG_0553.PNG" width="466" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><div>My plan was to find an affordable leather sectional to fit this large family, but it also needed to be durable. Many leathers are soft and distress over time. I focused on finding one that did not scratch easily. I also added washable pillow covers and an affordable rug in case it were to get damaged. The colors of the sofa and rug needed to be on the dark side as well. I lightened the look by keeping the walls and pillow covers light. The curtains are custom, but the solid fabric is affordable. Instead of adding a panel for each window, I only added them to the ends. I also saved on the cost of hardware by not having the rod extend the length of the windows. A leading edge of trim was added to give the room a custom feel. The clients also requested a wood coffee table instead of an ottoman for the kids projects and toys. The dark finish will help disguise any coloring mistakes. I also kept the accessories for the table to a minimum so the kids could easily slide the tray over for more room. The older kids will appreciate the modern accessories when they hang out with their friends. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdjk7MzbpF6DvTKzec2795OYf5d0nhPkZzK2UjrwNxYjpDtE60-xpkyvRTf9ZsJl10izzWSXZc9H_5QMe1bUSD_czA_UnxLMH1jnRdEBPBQdo36BSo5lPKkJxE39jvQP6geQswxNvbks_63rYvD-RUIhMVaEks0LKfN3EmZ8JKZfjXsX4O2ckNCwZWwA/s1800/E56EF264-17CA-4E99-B9F4-61CCE9DA632B.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdjk7MzbpF6DvTKzec2795OYf5d0nhPkZzK2UjrwNxYjpDtE60-xpkyvRTf9ZsJl10izzWSXZc9H_5QMe1bUSD_czA_UnxLMH1jnRdEBPBQdo36BSo5lPKkJxE39jvQP6geQswxNvbks_63rYvD-RUIhMVaEks0LKfN3EmZ8JKZfjXsX4O2ckNCwZWwA/w512-h640/E56EF264-17CA-4E99-B9F4-61CCE9DA632B.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Some of the toys were moved to the kids' rooms, but storage was needed for the rest. There is a cabinet behind the sofa, and I designed a built-in for the TV with closed storage. The custom cabinet and lighting were splurges, but these are items that will increase the value of the home and unlikely to be replaced for a very long time. </div></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7cGPfHR9wHfLO7X3z-KXOjoKcl-G9pi8aoM4RQqmA4P2cGhh82FsCMWVtk_hWEh6FVya41FljIhvucwyTfUA9ofhz-pqRwAJCAaMoUUJXZfSTYxtwT47u_r_GcdRTTlPeywW9o-pi9I59I3S-IMjeOb_iRXhlQFpr-bei1qWse-87J3emD7hsRT-0Q/s3876/IMG_0536.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3876" data-original-width="2907" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7cGPfHR9wHfLO7X3z-KXOjoKcl-G9pi8aoM4RQqmA4P2cGhh82FsCMWVtk_hWEh6FVya41FljIhvucwyTfUA9ofhz-pqRwAJCAaMoUUJXZfSTYxtwT47u_r_GcdRTTlPeywW9o-pi9I59I3S-IMjeOb_iRXhlQFpr-bei1qWse-87J3emD7hsRT-0Q/w480-h640/IMG_0536.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>There is a sofa table behind the sectional to place drinks on and for lamps. It also breaks up the open space of the windows since there are only curtains on the ends. I didn't think to move the play set outside before photos!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMQD6fJ65b0IV57FpQy4hFH65jeGcmZ-sTJqMdnbXASLbRXfKMTQw2yJCyT4YhrKU6ScWfOsvT-D2eI1jcwh1QAcVXdLvFt-zsG6mDz3KGP49ZvP0wbAqPx4P856ZzFncpGY_G-mdSc-u914ZsusQNmAuR9BNv10yJ_iuKUkyEgSzpx2hkTWMHOZtG1A/s4032/IMG_0539.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMQD6fJ65b0IV57FpQy4hFH65jeGcmZ-sTJqMdnbXASLbRXfKMTQw2yJCyT4YhrKU6ScWfOsvT-D2eI1jcwh1QAcVXdLvFt-zsG6mDz3KGP49ZvP0wbAqPx4P856ZzFncpGY_G-mdSc-u914ZsusQNmAuR9BNv10yJ_iuKUkyEgSzpx2hkTWMHOZtG1A/w640-h480/IMG_0539.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I love how this family room turned out. It's casual, comfortable and fits the entire family. Would you ever guess it was completed on a budget?</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIFQ-HgrSTtcZhY3bGUuOfFBJ6BAVL6NgNVCVirA7tRzicNW60n4-gZIDmkuQC_93ipx2l-EsPkG3oN1VZ5vZ99RYWjByxYuR0dL9-Md0oXUVQL9QoVm1o1iaMeCV9pzjlyakohKir0JFOwEUMC38km-0vDETKk_d_XCLqAZntZnIFj0xj03DmX1ZNAw/s1727/IMG_0553.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1727" data-original-width="1260" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIFQ-HgrSTtcZhY3bGUuOfFBJ6BAVL6NgNVCVirA7tRzicNW60n4-gZIDmkuQC_93ipx2l-EsPkG3oN1VZ5vZ99RYWjByxYuR0dL9-Md0oXUVQL9QoVm1o1iaMeCV9pzjlyakohKir0JFOwEUMC38km-0vDETKk_d_XCLqAZntZnIFj0xj03DmX1ZNAw/w466-h640/IMG_0553.PNG" width="466" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">SHOP</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Exact Art-<a href="https://www.highfashionhome.com/products/bloquer-ix-framed?epik=dj0yJnU9OG94LTUzY1VJYjhObkVrZm02bEQ2SUlJQ0FjakRzVW0mcD0wJm49Q01IUTJnSUNiU1ZXTmVYTlhYMmFTUSZ0PUFBQUFBR001c01z" target="_blank">Gray</a>, <a href="https://www.highfashionhome.com/products/contoured-framed" target="_blank">Gold</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Exact Pillows-<a href="https://dekowepillows.com/products/spotted-velvet-pillow-cover-in-ivory-natural?_pos=1&_psq=spotted&_ss=e&_v=1.0" target="_blank">Leopard</a>, <a href="https://dekowepillows.com/products/kelly-wearstler-balboa-pillow-cover-in-hemp" target="_blank">Stripes</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>
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Downtown is fun and walkable with restaurants, shopping and bars. It's the only place that has a nightlife. The rest of Napa is very quiet after the wineries close. Stay at a downtown hotel so you can walk right out your door without having to worry about driving at night. The downside to staying in Napa is that you don't get that rustic vineyard feel, and it's far from many of the wineries on the north side of the valley.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://archerhotel.com/napa" target="_blank">The Archer Hotel</a> is beautiful and has an amazing rooftop bar. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Archer's Rooftop with seating and a skyline view" class="lg-object lg-image" data-index="57" height="426" src="https://archerhotel.com/images/galleries/gallery/52/1351.jpg" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>There are also B&B options at beautiful restored Victorian homes and less expensive chain hotels if you are traveling on points.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.silveradoresort.com" target="_blank">Silverado Resort</a> is nearby if you are looking for a resort vacation with golf, tennis and dining. I would prefer a resort if I am staying for more than a quick weekend. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Yountville</b>-This master planned community is a favorite of many people. It is very upscale, but has a small town feel. I like that I can walk right outside my door to shops and restaurants. It's also the most centrally located for visiting wineries. The downside is that it is very crowded and it's missing the vineyard feel since it's in a small town. There isn't a lot to do after dinner like there is in Napa as well. I have stayed in Yountville the most because of the location, the pretty walkable town, and it's home to my two favorite restaurants.</div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Best Things to Do in Yountville for Families - MiniTime" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="426" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.minitime.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Yountville-for-Families-2642f083dbfb4971801b67afee9d5f07.jpg" style="height: 391.08875px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.bardessono.com" target="_blank">Bardessono</a> is the most luxurious hotel in Yountville, but I have never stayed there. We were on a budget on our first trip to Napa, and stayed at the bed and breakfast, <a href="https://www.maisonfleurienapa.com" target="_blank">Maison Fleurie</a>. I loved it! We did opt for a suite that was separate from the main inn for a more private experience. We have also stayed at <a href="https://www.theestateyountville.com/stay/hotel-villagio/" target="_blank">Hotel Villagio</a>. It was a bit of a splurge. It did have more amenities, more updated and very large rooms compared to our previous stay. There was a uniqueness that seemed to be missing. I felt like it was a typical large chain hotel, but much more expensive. There are many other hotel and VRBO options as well. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>St. Helena</b>-The downtown isn't as large as Napa or as upscale as Yountville, but I love the quaintness of the small stores and cafes. I believe there is only one hotel in the town. Most people stay at the nearby luxurious resorts, such as <a href="https://meadowood.com" target="_blank">Meadowood</a> (below) or <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/california/alila-napa-valley/apcal?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_apcal" target="_blank">Alila</a>. We stayed in St. Helena with friends at home we rented through Airbnb. The upside is the vineyard feel in St. Helena and beautiful resorts. The downside is having to drive to shops and restaurants unless you are dining on property. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Meadowood Napa Valley Attains Triple Five-Star Status | Visit CaliforniaMeadowood Napa Valley Attains Triple Five-Star Status" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="426" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://drupal8-prod.visitcalifornia.com/sites/drupal8-prod.visitcalifornia.com/files/styles/fluid_1200/public/1519164331/CN_Blog_MeadowoodTripleFiveStar_SU_MeadowoodNapaValley_CroquetLodgeBackground.jpg?itok=7OPuU36J" style="height: 391.33333333333337px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Calistoga</b>-This is the one town I have not stayed in, but visited many times. It is on the far north end of the valley so it isn't the best location for wine tasting, but the landscape is beautiful and it is home to the most luxurious resorts in Napa Valley. <a href="https://aubergeresorts.com/aubergedusoleil/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=Yext" target="_blank">Auberge du Soleil </a>is the premier resort in Napa Valley. I had lunch there on one visit. The views were beautiful from the terrace, but I can't say I find that the steep prices are justified. However, many people rave about it. The town is small, and has a more local feel to it. Most people keep to the resorts that stay in Calistoga. I actually prefer <a href="https://aubergeresorts.com/solage/" target="_blank">Solage</a> when I had lunch there, which is a sister property and a tad less expensive. There is also a <a href="https://www.fourseasons.com/napavalley/?seo=google_local_nvc1_" target="_blank">Four Seasons</a> now as well. I have only driven past it, but it looked impressive. I suppose I need to make a lunch reservation to check it out! </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection from $586. Calistoga Hotel Deals & Reviews - KAYAK" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="360" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.kayak.com/rimg/himg/5a/f9/8c/expediav2-168290-4b38fe-355329.jpg?width=1366&height=768&crop=true" style="height: 330.0263543191801px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Wineries to Visit</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div>It is difficult to recommend wineries because there are some that are known for a certain type of wine, the views, the experience, the tours, etc. Plus, I still have so many that I haven't visited. I will just do smaller categories of places that I have been. </div><div><br /></div><div>Best Wine-<a href="https://www.hallwines.com" target="_blank">Hall</a><b> </b>This is the only wine membership we have right now. It is hands down our favorite wine. However, it is known for cabernets so it may not be your favorite if you prefer white or sparkling. </div><div><br /></div><div>Best Views-<a href="https://silveradovineyards.com" target="_blank">Silverado</a> The views from the patio are amazing, and the wine was really good without being too expensive. The winery is very laidback and has an old world feel. I would normally say Sterling has the best views, but it is closed for the year due to renovations. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Silverado Vineyards - St. Helena" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="360" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.sthelena.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Silverado-Vineyards-1.png" style="height: 330.1875px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Best Patio-<a href="https://www.aowinery.com" target="_blank">Alpha Omega</a> This is where you want to go and hang out when the weather is too nice to be inside. The wine is amazing, too. It has an upscale and contemporary vibe compared to many old world wineries. I also have to mention <a href="https://www.chandon.com" target="_blank">Chandon</a> for their patio as well. We had a cheese tray and a bottle of their sparkling wine here, and it was so nice. </div><div><br /></div><div>Most Unique Experience-<a href="https://castellodiamorosa.com" target="_blank">Castello di Amorosa</a> This is the Disneyland of wineries. I feel like it needs to be experienced once. There is a ton of wine offered. I found a couple that I really liked, but most were just okay. I wouldn't say that I would go back unless we were people who had never been, but it was a fun experience that was worth it. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Napa Valley Castle Castello di Amorosa Aerial video HD - YouTube" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="359" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oCUvYuRGRNQ/maxresdefault.jpg" style="height: 296.4375px; margin: 0px; width: 527px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Best Tour-<a href="https://robertmondaviwinery.com" target="_blank">Robert Mondavi</a> I have been on a lot of wine tours, and I can't say that I enjoy them. I'd rather just sit in a pretty spot and enjoy the wine. However, this tour was really interesting, informative and fun. It's good for both those new and old to wine tasting.</div><div><br /></div><div>Best Outdoor Experience-<a href="https://cakebread.com" target="_blank">Cakebread</a> If you have farm to table dreams this is the place for you. I loved walking around the gardens and drinking wine among the vineyards. I like that they have a big variety of wine, and it's really good without being too expensive.</div><div><br /></div><div>Best Gardens-<a href="https://frogsleap.com" target="_blank">Frog's Leap</a> This modern farmhouse winery is beautiful and laidback, but I was most impressed with the gardens. I didn't care for the wine, but most people love it so don't take my word for it.</div><div><br /></div><div>Best Sparkling Wine-<a href="https://www.domainecarneros.com" target="_blank">Domaine Carneros</a> The winery is just as wonderful as the wines. Sit outdoors if possible because the views are beautiful. There's also an optional caviar and sparkling wine pairing. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Domaine Carneros - Napa, CA - Party Venue" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="512" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://eventective-media.azureedge.net/2744392_lg.jpg" style="height: 469.93606870229px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Best Cave Experience-<a href="https://www.deldottovineyards.com" target="_blank">Del Dotto</a> Do this tour the day you are only visiting one winery because they will get you drunk! It is a very cool experience to walk around the caves and tasting straight out of the barrel. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Visit Us - Del Dotto Vineyards" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="494" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.deldottovineyards.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/piazza-vu.jpg" style="height: 406.7575757575758px; margin: 0px; width: 527px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>If I had to pick from the list for a first weekend visit, it would be Hall, Cakebread, Del Dotto and Domaine Carneros in that order. Then Robert Mondavi for the tour if you have time. You can only visit so many wineries! On our full days here we only visit two. Pre-covid walk-ins were welcome, but now you will need reservations. </div><div><br /></div><div>Wineries that are on my list to visit-Opus One, Spottswoode, Faust, Inglenook, Beaulieu, Heitz, Stony Hill, Joseph Phelps, Quintessa, Louis M. Martini, Storybook. I need more trips!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Where to Eat</b></span>-I would love to say go to <a href="https://www.thomaskeller.com/tfl" target="_blank">French Laundry</a> because it's the best. However, it is very hard to get into, very expensive and for very refined palettes. Plus, I have never been there! It is the premier restaurant in Napa Valley. Maybe one day we will have dinner here. We usually have breakfast at our hotel, a light lunch so we don't fall asleep, and then a nice dinner.</div><div><br /></div><div>Lunch-</div><div><br /></div><div>My favorite thing to do is make a lunch reservation at the best hotels so I can check them out. Who knew I would just be eh about Auberge du Soleil? The patio at <a href="https://aubergeresorts.com/solage/dine/" target="_blank">Solage</a> was so nice on a previous trip, and I can't wait to go back there. It's my favorite for sure.</div><div><br /></div><div>On this trip we did a food pairing at a Sonoma winery, <a href="https://www.stfranciswinery.com" target="_blank">St. Francis</a>. I read that it was voted the best restaurant in Sonoma, and we could do a wine pairing with light bites for a very reasonable price. It was the highlight of our trip! The patio overlooking the vineyard was such a beautiful setting, the wine was good and the food was amazing. This is my second pick. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Expressions of Sonoma - Wine and Food Experiences at St. Francis Winery & Vineyards" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="426" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.grape-experiences.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/StFrancis_CrabSalad-002-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707" style="height: 391.40976562500003px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I also read that <a href="https://www.pizzeriatravigne.com" target="_blank">Tra Vigne</a> was voted the best pizza in Napa Valley. Well, we had to try it. It was really good and so were the truffle fries that had as a starter.</div><div><br /></div><div>My husband's favorite place is <a href="https://www.gotts.com/#" target="_blank">Gott's Roadside</a> for hamburgers. He saw it on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network and was immediately obsessed with going there. It's still his favorite. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Dinner-</div><div><br /></div><div>My absolute favorite restaurant is <a href="https://www.botteganapavalley.com" target="_blank">Bottega</a> in Yountville. I used to watch Michael Chiarello on the The Food Network and some of his recipes were my favorites. He always talked about his restaurant Bottega so it was first on the list when we went to Napa. We had dinner again there this trip. The cocktails are great and the short rib is my favorite. </div><div><br /></div><div>My second favorite restaurant is the French restaurant <a href="https://bistrojeanty.com" target="_blank">Bistro Jeanty</a> that's also in Yountville. This is my husband's favorite. We always get the coq au vin. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Bistro Jeanty – Yountville, CA – NapaValley.com" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="321" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="http://winecountry-media.s3.amazonaws.com/20241-media-image1800x400.jpg" style="height: 263.5px; margin: 0px; width: 527px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I can't say the other restaurants I've been to for dinner are worth recommending. I do want to visit <a href="https://www.celadonnapa.com" target="_blank">Celadon</a>, <a href="https://www.pressnapavalley.com" target="_blank">PRESS</a>, and <a href="http://bistrodongiovanni.com" target="_blank">Bistro Don Giovanni</a>. Actually, there are about ten more, but these are the top three I want to try. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Things to Do (other than wine tasting)</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Bike Rides-There are miles of biking trails to take in the scenery. There are biking tour groups you can join for a ride or a ride with visits to wineries. I do plan on going on a bike ride on our next trip, but a very short one without a group. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="Partners - RAD Napa, Rail Arts District" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="417" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.radnapa.org//wp-content/uploads/2020/12/napa-valley-wine-trail.jpg" style="height: 276px; margin: 0px; width: 424px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Wine Train-This sounds like a nightmare to me if I'm honest, but many people love it. There are different packages that include meals and tastings. </div><div><br /></div><div>Hot Air Balloons-One of my favorite things to do is to see the hot air balloons from the ground. They start at dawn so you have to be up early. Maybe one day I'll be brave enough to try this. </div><div><br /></div><div><img alt="earth-day-napa-hot-air-balloon » BALLOONS ABOVE THE VALLEY" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" height="427" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://3mopjx1c3ovc3s9fr7jal161-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/earth-day-blog.jpg" style="height: 391.529px; margin: 0px; width: 587px;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Cooking Class-I read about cooking classes offered at the culinary institute in St. Helena, but couldn't fit it into this trip. I definitely need to make time on our next trip. </div><div><br /></div><div>Spa-Most of the larger resorts have spas if you need a break from wine tasting. </div><div><br /></div><div>Golf & Tennis-Silverado Resort holds a PGA tournament (actually while we were there last weekend) and they also have tennis. There are several other golf courses in the area. </div><div><br /></div><div>Shop-The towns of St. Helena, Yountville and Napa all have cute stores. There's also an outlet mall in Napa if you didn't bring something appropriate to wear for the weather. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">What to Wear</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div>Napa Valley is very casual! Most people are wearing jeans and comfortable shoes to the wineries. If you are going to go on tours you may end up walking in the grass or gravel pathways. However, you can dress up a little if you like. I wore casual midi dresses with sandals. It was cool in the mornings and evenings so I took sweaters and jackets to wear over my dresses. Don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen since you will be outside at least some of the time. A few people wore hats, but most likely you will be in the shade once you are sitting down for a tasting. Some people dress up for dinner and some do not. It also depends on where you have reservations. I would definitely dress up for French Laundry. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPNP3brHRpS7K2Vtz7negDuCWR-omBIztGwGYUGkQ3hJPDJc-dYHkzP_8wIX24RwSYvvZH047oy2Kq04nsZDgjcnN8IyEGIAfQYdatXEF5T3E_phPxEfeTgyxCqxpTxeOTnVfPc28JNA6YPFpv9k6bznbSR_biZKEkn8Ng6_ieuSPxSk7zQmdhZmzhOQ/s4032/IMG_0414.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPNP3brHRpS7K2Vtz7negDuCWR-omBIztGwGYUGkQ3hJPDJc-dYHkzP_8wIX24RwSYvvZH047oy2Kq04nsZDgjcnN8IyEGIAfQYdatXEF5T3E_phPxEfeTgyxCqxpTxeOTnVfPc28JNA6YPFpv9k6bznbSR_biZKEkn8Ng6_ieuSPxSk7zQmdhZmzhOQ/w480-h640/IMG_0414.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I didn't take a photo of my second dress there, but I did when I wore it out to dinner when we got back home. It's on sale right now! Click on the "Shop my Instagram" tab for the link to either outfit. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4oMBuLGbkz9yLZu-p8U26cjNmuNHGZRgW2ikHKh_rAZ2pn4DgE4br7OZOPpJrcAmRTib06gOFrv-r56-i4j2s3a5ALHNrTTlnw_XZJdMshtzTnK1PUTnvxBbz1z8Yumghc1xLLH_q8Sub5SUpzbxqwGyCa_4RYxfrypW8Kj6sQWPzK6yPZJTDtkBv6w/s2282/5ED59284-C086-4795-970D-C22EA7524AFC.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4oMBuLGbkz9yLZu-p8U26cjNmuNHGZRgW2ikHKh_rAZ2pn4DgE4br7OZOPpJrcAmRTib06gOFrv-r56-i4j2s3a5ALHNrTTlnw_XZJdMshtzTnK1PUTnvxBbz1z8Yumghc1xLLH_q8Sub5SUpzbxqwGyCa_4RYxfrypW8Kj6sQWPzK6yPZJTDtkBv6w/w360-h640/5ED59284-C086-4795-970D-C22EA7524AFC.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My husband wore jeans and shorts with button down shirts. He just rolled the sleeves up in the afternoons and wore a pullover when it was cool. He wore loafers, but sneakers are fine too. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH7wAbBWocX6J-rJ6OwSSy-07zbNxG7GQQlGLo_7hxA1b5XgxumzadQ5GGnoDgjlB-GvjGznQ4wNO0DnXr4PQQGDq_7NKmmXZ25dEAcdnZa3lE53QUnvJir8PNV1j01f2wYLCF1s363xoZcCceTPhJ5XRQVmZRLOcfzog7iJ8-X45XnipCTkreoH75Tg/s4032/IMG_0426.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH7wAbBWocX6J-rJ6OwSSy-07zbNxG7GQQlGLo_7hxA1b5XgxumzadQ5GGnoDgjlB-GvjGznQ4wNO0DnXr4PQQGDq_7NKmmXZ25dEAcdnZa3lE53QUnvJir8PNV1j01f2wYLCF1s363xoZcCceTPhJ5XRQVmZRLOcfzog7iJ8-X45XnipCTkreoH75Tg/w480-h640/IMG_0426.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div>When to Visit Napa Valley</span></b><div><br /></div><div>The winter months are less expensive and not as busy. Harvest season is always busy and the most expensive. Summers are typically mild, but there can be triple digit heat. The weekend before we were there it was well over 100 degrees, but thankfully it was nice when we arrived. I think spring was my favorite season, but I have not been in the winter. </div><div><br /></div><div>Also, look for any events occurring before you plan your trip. There is always something going on every weekend. There was a black tie Harvest Ball the weekend we were there at V.Sattui winery. We almost went, but decided we wanted a laidback vacation instead. There are also member only events at wineries. You can always join before you get there if you really want to go to the event. </div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">How to Save Money</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Lodging</b>-</div><div>Sonoma is typically less expensive than Napa when it comes to lodging, restaurants and wineries. You may also want to consider renting a home if you have a large party. We found it was a lot less expensive when we went with a group of friends. However, there are affordable hotel options in Napa Valley. Bed and Breakfasts are less expensive, and they are everywhere. We almost always have breakfast included wherever we stay. It's one less meal to pay for, as well as convenient. Plan your meals in advance so you know what you're spending. We opted for a food and wine pairing in Sonoma this trip that was the same price as a tasting at other wineries. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Read Reviews/Buy a Bottle First</b>-</div><div>Some wineries are very expensive to visit. I look at reviews from visitors and will even try a bottle of wine first. There are only so many wineries you can visit in a trip so you want to make them count. Plus, it's disappointing to spend so much money on a winery that isn't very good. </div><div><br /></div><div>J<b>oin the Winery for a Free Tasting-</b></div><div>Also, join a winery as a member to get your tasting waived. Not all wineries do this, but most of them do. Check out their webpage to find out all of the information about becoming a member first. Wine clubs can be a slippery slope if you aren't careful. Find out the cancellation policy first. Most of them allow you to join for free and only need to have one shipment delivered before you can cancel. Make sure the wine tasting/tour is waived for members. Many offer special tastings and experiences in member only areas as well. Another perk is that many allow you to have a number of friends and family taste/tour for free. Some don't even require you to be there when they visit. Ask your friends and family if they are members anywhere first. If you are headed to Napa with a group (I don't recommend more than 4-6 people for reservation reasons), join the clubs separately and get those tastings waived. You can also split the wine shipment. Most allow you to switch out the bottles so everyone can get their favorite. Also, ask about the shipping cost. High shipping costs were a problem when we first started visiting the wineries, but most shipping fees are about $20 now. If the information isn't on the website you can always call the winery directly to ask questions before you join. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>How we Joined and Saved This Trip-</b></div><div>We joined Nickel & Nickel/Far Niente before we went this trip. They are two different wineries owned by the same company. When you join one, you join both. Their tastings were sold out (except an expensive tour at Nickel & Nickel), but we could get in if we are members since they have different tasting sections at Far Niente and one spot left on the pricey tour. If we visited both wineries without being members it would have cost $400 for my husband and me ($100/each per winery). Actually, it would have cost more because the tour was well over $100 a person. One shipment of wine (four bottles) was a little less than $400 after switching out one expensive bottle. It was a no brainer to join first. We decided if we didn't like it then we would cancel the membership. It turns out we do not like the wine that much so we did just that when we got home. Our first shipment was mailed the day after we joined so we fulfilled that stipulation of having to get a shipment in before being able to cancel. In retrospect, we should have tried the wine first. We did have a fun experience so not all was lost. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can also join many wineries while you are visiting and get your tastings waived. We did this at Hall. It was our second time joining. The first time we cancelled because we were getting too much wine. We realized they now have a two bottle shipment per quarter club. We got our $40 tastings per person waived. That more than paid for one of the two bottles we will receive. However, we aren't going to cancel this one since we like the wine so much and we get unlimited free tastings. My husband now has somewhere to go for free when he travels there for work. We also learned that only one bottle is produced for mass distribution so we have to be members to get our favorite wine. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Our cost for this Trip (Just hotel and airfare)-$60</b></div><div>We have a United Airlines credit card that we put almost every expense on to earn airline miles. We even have most of our bills automatically charged to the card. My airfare was $20 because I upgraded my seat so I didn't have to sit by the bathrooms in the back row. We booked last minute so there weren't a lot of options left for the free seats. My husband was already there for work so we didn't have to pay for his ticket. He travels a lot for work and almost always gets upgraded to first class because he's a United member. That's another perk of sticking to one airline. </div><div><br /></div><div>We have another card for hotels that includes a large group of hotels (IHG). Since we have more airline miles than we know what to do with, we started using this card recently for most purchases. Plus, we got several nights free for signing up. We paid $40 for parking at the hotel and got the room free. Oh, and because we have the card they gave us a free bottle of Raymond wine and other minor gifts. We earned points for staying as well. </div><div><br /></div><div>I just want to be completely transparent about how we afford to travel because I know most people aren't aware of how to use points, or how much money they can really save you. I want everyone to be able to travel! Our airline costs to Europe have always been free as well. I recommend looking up The Points Guy to see what cards will work for you if you are interested in learning more information. I only know what worked for us at the time of signing up and there could be even better offers right now. </div><div><br /></div><div>Feel free to ask me any questions about Napa if you are planning a visit, or leave your own recommendations as well!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-37910009406895280792022-08-31T07:16:00.000-05:002022-08-31T07:16:31.491-05:00Fall FavoritesIt's the last day of August! The kids are settled in school and it's time to start thinking about fall. It doesn't get cool here for a while, but it takes time to acquire fall decor and clothes. Plus, by the time Halloween actually rolls around you can only find Christmas decor in stores! It has taken me years to realize I need to buy early. Here are some of the things I bought, and others that caught my eye as I've been shopping the past couple of weeks. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAHL4H1dSuAKYJ3axloM8hawnALi35oQvdI1yXxJ9bG4ls2Thxz5TV_kUjGKod0NZtY2-MzA8He8zfnPoFW0sfIs0cEopKpH0B7ulVOkcUbUudQPLBH_3QrynsEIi1_qEyEaEwuCZ4vEzD3MM0GCZ18jDzReyuCdO5F96VtqBD4DK27JxqMCII59fxcQ/s1080/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAHL4H1dSuAKYJ3axloM8hawnALi35oQvdI1yXxJ9bG4ls2Thxz5TV_kUjGKod0NZtY2-MzA8He8zfnPoFW0sfIs0cEopKpH0B7ulVOkcUbUudQPLBH_3QrynsEIi1_qEyEaEwuCZ4vEzD3MM0GCZ18jDzReyuCdO5F96VtqBD4DK27JxqMCII59fxcQ/w640-h640/savingPNG.png" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>If you love blue and white decor it can be a little difficult to decorate with traditional fall color. Thankfully, there are so many more options available now. Is anyone else loving these wreath sashes? I have my eye on Christmas ones as well. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">SHOP</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-91054541061040758342022-08-08T22:32:00.008-05:002022-08-08T22:32:49.638-05:00My Two Weeks in Italy: Capri<p>I am finally sharing my favorite place in Italy...Capri! We've been here before, and I was wondering if it would be as wonderful on our second trip. The answer is absolutely yes!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUITAp1hglB8xksezsfyI0TGbPPNVntJXnoShWRM8stZNJ5SeinqQXySfxkoHzfryURakja67j2jeplXBVCOljUr9UYK4HKKsz_mgu6t9a-BqJHhY7NLfjAYz5WVeBiBIOcCSn9Avc4edocJTVJ0qCtlMvj8qs2DollDXZH9zd-5TX7oi3Fm-KVNHwKg/s2550/IMG_9459.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2550" data-original-width="1821" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUITAp1hglB8xksezsfyI0TGbPPNVntJXnoShWRM8stZNJ5SeinqQXySfxkoHzfryURakja67j2jeplXBVCOljUr9UYK4HKKsz_mgu6t9a-BqJHhY7NLfjAYz5WVeBiBIOcCSn9Avc4edocJTVJ0qCtlMvj8qs2DollDXZH9zd-5TX7oi3Fm-KVNHwKg/w458-h640/IMG_9459.HEIC" width="458" /></a></div><p>We had to take a train to Naples, get a driver to the port and then take a ferry for about 30 minutes to the island of Capri. It sounds like a lot, and it kind of is a lot for most people. It's worth it, but there are definitely different types of people on a ferry. My husband went to the bar. Our friends went on their phones. I fell asleep the minute the waves started rocking. I'm nervous to ever take a cruise because I would literally sleep like a baby.</p><p>We stayed at the <a href="https://www.hotelweber.com/en/index" target="_blank">Hotel Weber Ambassador </a>this trip. There were positives and negatives about it, but I'll go through why and you can decide if it's worth it. A positive is that there was a shuttle bus to meet us when we docked from the ferry. The negative is we had to call when we docked to be picked up, and then walk way past the taxi stand to the other side of the port to be picked up. I would have taken a taxi if I knew how far it was. </p><p>Then we had to experience Italian driving at it's worst. We were inches from a stone wall on one side (that we scraped several times) and inches from a two foot wall on the other side with a sheer drop to the sea below. I had to close my eyes many times so I didn't have an anxiety attack. The worst is that the one lane road only fits a car and a half. We had to squeeze by and the driver had to pull the rearview mirrors in to make it past the other cars.</p><p>However, this hotel has the most amazing view I've ever seen! Our room had an enormous patio with this view. There's the beach, beach club and all of the yachts in the background. My favorite activity was to google the names of the boats so I could figure out who was out there. FYI, there are lots of billionaires and celebrities! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZcE_IhWi5a0hDZH9-faM0Sl9TbtdYKarYba7S6MscOvsscsdSGKBrNuVI45SUlBbl4HAwe2pX5-iCiWmJ-zgWnjNDROGB1HQHkyaYvcpA7lpu2rrS9z-Di9qmmZd5Lok7yT_DzjhhxcM-KiQLdtCgcYNBb0x_w3r3wqTXsOqST9OWFBbVkGYM60hFBg/s4032/IMG_9441.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZcE_IhWi5a0hDZH9-faM0Sl9TbtdYKarYba7S6MscOvsscsdSGKBrNuVI45SUlBbl4HAwe2pX5-iCiWmJ-zgWnjNDROGB1HQHkyaYvcpA7lpu2rrS9z-Di9qmmZd5Lok7yT_DzjhhxcM-KiQLdtCgcYNBb0x_w3r3wqTXsOqST9OWFBbVkGYM60hFBg/w480-h640/IMG_9441.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The worst part of our trip is when they didn't have our reservation. Um, what?! It turns out they cancelled it the day before because our credit card didn't go through. We had our card cancelled because of a fraud alert the month before, and a new one issued. It was an easy process to update it with the other hotels, but we didn't with this one because we had no idea they were going to run it when they did. We had never even gotten a confirmation when we booked directly. I had reached out and asked for a confirmation. All they said was yes, we have you booked. I had no idea they were going to run our card the day before we arrived. The manager reprimanded me for not updating it. I was so close to raising my voice to tell him that I was never notified that it would be run before our stay, but I held it in so I could possibly get a room. The assistant manager had previously assured me they still had one room left, and it turns out that it was the exact one we booked so I let it slide. He was also horrible to her so I didn't want to make it worse for her when I left. I felt like he was equally awful to the entire staff by the time we left. Honestly, the staff could be amazing or amazingly bad depending on who you get.<div><br /></div><div>The rooms were adequate and decent sized, but definitely nothing fancy. I have found this to be the case at almost all of the hotels in Capri. However, the view and the price definitely made up for it! Another positive of the hotel is that there are always food and drinks available. We ordered the best sangria we've ever had twice on our trip to enjoy with this view. Breakfast is available for an extra 13 euros per day. I had it twice, and my husband had it all four days.</div><div><br /></div><div>Our first evening there we went into town via the shuttle bus. It's kind of a pain because it is a 15 minute drive, but you can only get this view away from town. When we stayed at the <a href="https://www.hotelreginacristinacapri.com" target="_blank">Regina Cristina</a> five years ago we had just a sliver of an ocean view, but we could walk right out our door and be in the middle of everything. I can't say which is better to be honest. The hotel with the billion dollar view (literally) and full-service restaurant or the boutique hotel right in town? Argh, I don't know!</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some photos when we got there. We ended up having an early dinner at a restaurant on Via Camerelle where we had eaten five years ago. The tables have bamboo canopies over the tables on the sidewalk, which is great for people watching. We noticed two gorgeous girls and a guy slowly walking by that just looked other worldly. My husband immediately recognized that they were paid models. I didn't believe it until he pointed out that they each had a tote bag that advertised Capri. Well, my imagination (and our friends too) thought that they were vampires lol. They just had an odd cadence to their walk in addition to being amazingly beautiful. Capri is like a living fashion show!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1neVRXjQBlXK9FRUswdapXpQk6dQ3R_VhVCLkVcE2CJNTgPwIuECXwnusrjiVSU7DdpX0Mvp0m-abQWVIoTdMgQVNyTQidMQhCZHY_d-_HBP_S90Biz-vfX_ZAnHOlg_MMGaEvNsz5PFMG1JtLbhniEC59uQIAUWbpOB7yGpSMXW96i6gO9ruIx_CVQ/s3216/Facetune_21-07-2022-15-54-32.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3216" data-original-width="2411" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1neVRXjQBlXK9FRUswdapXpQk6dQ3R_VhVCLkVcE2CJNTgPwIuECXwnusrjiVSU7DdpX0Mvp0m-abQWVIoTdMgQVNyTQidMQhCZHY_d-_HBP_S90Biz-vfX_ZAnHOlg_MMGaEvNsz5PFMG1JtLbhniEC59uQIAUWbpOB7yGpSMXW96i6gO9ruIx_CVQ/w480-h640/Facetune_21-07-2022-15-54-32.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Aquazurra is one of my favorite shoe brands! 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-lvnwY__sEfE13TE2iHGnP93os5gFpLIdMhsBmXmY3ScElqbx6DpdNxQH4pmacs5O7lktpJErwHwtNf2SoQfayakSFgl3skDCUPczRDxEWegOIQr42hRwroRiytskqaIeWiePcAIEOr53gCWJ8ZFw994UmRGR0MOy2rHUjXUQyrat9_O7ddntH3imw/w640-h480/IMG_9436.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next two days we had rented a boat to tour around the island!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLnTcGUu95sanEpRWCYU83ChhxsbM79FgfzwDuRQH1ONaLGbKZ-9yKQoi9onUiQP4EcnkcgQIH7mfXiXDhXeQe95hFCuSgm1iMwBZiXdRFTMtZGWMBdDyOcdHzGVFeln8a6-1Vu6dR0q2frbKrg-vlRWnsTcHmxqgbQ1b23_NilsdnYuiVvu_Wf9vsVw/s4032/IMG_9476.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioHqmWRqcU8pHxjGRhPO_cRyMwF0DvsmBtgNV6xs-jcXXGOHBaNRtQYenJl2U-N4QmVvNcQfX-9zTGpHGyHEGFNd6VdJJ9csPeqbOzHmXEGEZvo7VCy6-D_4W5ebYE1Cg2TFMbzgxBvwbEo8h6ZfXrhkV4L53Sw0f1cJlVu08HE-H_TwvSVpXbwNX-LQ/w480-h640/IMG_9468.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p>We went to the famous Blue Grotto for the first time. The last time we were here the captain said to skip it. Honestly, I agree. It isn't worth the hype, but I had to see it for myself. You have to pay 12.50 euros per person and wait until a boat comes to get you. You have to pay at another boat before you are allowed to go through the cave. You have to lay flat in the boat to go through the entrance, but it's not that big of a deal as they make it out to be on the YouTube videos we watched. It was okay, but definitely not worth the price or the wait. The water is an electric blue in the cave, but not all that much different from the photo of us above. We only had to wait 20 minutes, but I've heard the wait can be hours! FYI, the water is extremely salty! It's also very cool, but perfect for a hot summer day.</p><p>I mentioned before that googling the owners of these boats were fun. I saw one guy with big headphones on what looked to be a conference call as he paced the decks. It turns out it was Gabbana of Dolce & Gabbana. His boat is worth $60 million dollars! Mariah Carey was also there. Most were Russian businessmen. Who runs the world?! Fashion, music and Russians obviously. The pictures don't do these boats justice. They are literally the size of my small neighborhood.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOpwx5lhb3vn8TGGQsyrnAjmpNzkd-nlZjhsMlQj6ltQSc4fdmi0R9EvMstzw-vfRXDXbAB9UE-4CNEge_1wPT0G1jUoMcgUcVyf1_tpFk3cMzQ6tk3jxMR1tBneWOY66arksGQ7h9bfx12-EUddVDM0zBPSrPRS4DIrzYfVwYXPDh1MnbITK-mac6sQ/s4032/IMG_9445.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOpwx5lhb3vn8TGGQsyrnAjmpNzkd-nlZjhsMlQj6ltQSc4fdmi0R9EvMstzw-vfRXDXbAB9UE-4CNEge_1wPT0G1jUoMcgUcVyf1_tpFk3cMzQ6tk3jxMR1tBneWOY66arksGQ7h9bfx12-EUddVDM0zBPSrPRS4DIrzYfVwYXPDh1MnbITK-mac6sQ/w640-h480/IMG_9445.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>I had many must-sees on this trip! One of them was what I call the Lemon Restaurant aka <a href="https://paolinocapri.com/en/">Paolino Capri.</a> I have saved so many photos of this restaurant with the enormous lemons hanging over the tables. One actually dropped on a table while we were there! Is there lemon insurance? Anyway, I had the perfect outfit for it. I was so excited to wear my yellow linen two-piece skirt set here. Okay, it was a bit literal and I felt somewhat silly, but I was so happy to finally be here. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qWzu65qVxEAXWQE_mpb87Ak_6Gne4fXfUfozqMzfUq82SrR54Y8Ok_FguVaxvM_fxPs0Ho5b4S2cRVyHFvE4BKSIH6BaZ_h7cS4Rlp6WvKFFGTo5ju9D9008tNwKoj6TJEeNdF48r98-I_RG9d1ppGQkdaACoPXIhjgTd1HUMsVKb03F_HajlSviIA/s4032/Facetune_19-07-2022-08-30-57.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qWzu65qVxEAXWQE_mpb87Ak_6Gne4fXfUfozqMzfUq82SrR54Y8Ok_FguVaxvM_fxPs0Ho5b4S2cRVyHFvE4BKSIH6BaZ_h7cS4Rlp6WvKFFGTo5ju9D9008tNwKoj6TJEeNdF48r98-I_RG9d1ppGQkdaACoPXIhjgTd1HUMsVKb03F_HajlSviIA/w480-h640/Facetune_19-07-2022-08-30-57.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Diddy singing That's Amore here a couple of days ago. It inspires all of us! Well, Mary J. Blige didn't look impressed. Maybe she just needed some limoncello?</p><p>I'll be 100% honest. I'm writing this for me as much as you. I read blogs like this when I go on vacation so I hope it helps you plan your trip. Also, I want to have this archived as I forget details. I go back to my old trip blogs because I forget things.</p><p>The third day of our trip we went to Positano for the day! This was my last must-see of the trip. I have also saved so many photos of the hotel Villa Treville's restaurant. 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I'll just leave it at that. But, we got there even if we were about to die of heat exhaustion. </p><p>It was so beautiful that my husband got irritated I didn't book a room here. I told him it was too expensive and he kind of scoffed at me. He looked it up and at the height of summer that we were there it was $4000 night. Ha! That's why I booked a restaurant reservation. 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However, we did make an amazing stop on the way. Stay tuned...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-287729202093316502022-08-06T12:43:00.004-05:002022-08-06T12:43:41.062-05:00My Two Weeks in Italy: Rome<p>When you've been to Rome before, what do you do when you return? Shop, eat and drink on a rooftop. Oh, and throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain to make sure you return if you believe the myth. I actually forgot to do this! </p><p>You can easily find the top sights in Rome with a quick google search so I won't go through all of them. I will tell you my favorite things to do instead. Our friends aren't really interested in touring historic sights, thank goodness since we've seen them all. We did a quick walk-by of them to take a photo outside. It took all of one morning and our first evening there. It's a good thing since we only were there two nights. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinGbmS6PjBICFbHm7lIkdOCOuh_pfMwpjtJMfTYj528U9A1WFvLaOaB4sRJNlZEFiW3VqPUn7RNclaGZpIv8LLQCl0LwUq35BzJQ0IMJEo1fB1mNQb1mOG4ChvPyQV8eGRbs_6aC1UBdlmYR66tvStVyWBFct9SoyC4GWmSjuvLhaMt1o67-xfYQqV2g/s4032/IMG_9419.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinGbmS6PjBICFbHm7lIkdOCOuh_pfMwpjtJMfTYj528U9A1WFvLaOaB4sRJNlZEFiW3VqPUn7RNclaGZpIv8LLQCl0LwUq35BzJQ0IMJEo1fB1mNQb1mOG4ChvPyQV8eGRbs_6aC1UBdlmYR66tvStVyWBFct9SoyC4GWmSjuvLhaMt1o67-xfYQqV2g/w480-h640/IMG_9419.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKUvOWaUv26N9qZaZN485zw-4oseZokjvHGvJg6KOZT4f98H2U5GkntN0RIhAnjdxGSaStkS7iOdBtDte7U07OfJ4Dd0bIkDL3Libs1oZgu-gohZjZNTHeI41ijcjvgnP5-hiU_-gCJbAZy2eeHCrw8lYVSgwIvNSDpEo_LQpFt7NgPAo81T-1cgGH3Q/s3272/IMG_9400.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3272" data-original-width="2454" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKUvOWaUv26N9qZaZN485zw-4oseZokjvHGvJg6KOZT4f98H2U5GkntN0RIhAnjdxGSaStkS7iOdBtDte7U07OfJ4Dd0bIkDL3Libs1oZgu-gohZjZNTHeI41ijcjvgnP5-hiU_-gCJbAZy2eeHCrw8lYVSgwIvNSDpEo_LQpFt7NgPAo81T-1cgGH3Q/w480-h640/IMG_9400.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>Spanish Steps<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj06UGu2w6SZF97p4njJqx2_Myxy0o6uJDVu16QO35HbBEnBOXZb4X_AUKj6NZfEiNwIk7Ke619C-nXfmQdsmsbKkypphDaVScO5BcZmwZ9_8uG2GgbKEKv3SupAoeSihwDJ6a8eYjdFxge0JRMnDStB2gfjBRnXKf2juvxfVjiJ8aPrhaeGZWDRMYzNw/s4032/IMG_9398.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj06UGu2w6SZF97p4njJqx2_Myxy0o6uJDVu16QO35HbBEnBOXZb4X_AUKj6NZfEiNwIk7Ke619C-nXfmQdsmsbKkypphDaVScO5BcZmwZ9_8uG2GgbKEKv3SupAoeSihwDJ6a8eYjdFxge0JRMnDStB2gfjBRnXKf2juvxfVjiJ8aPrhaeGZWDRMYzNw/w480-h640/IMG_9398.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Vatican City </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI19NGf82k4I9g3aEpLP10r_uoB926XqbiZGLOZ6m0GdqHdm-Wn271tPjjdnTJqhrzdplfqGIkWnMkw0QU59LxqR75Fp8HkXv_hAZbKVYUb7m3XDfh3wlDD60nf4gs1xiOcviKZKrFc7L7KEMBTZvcgjLptCx_GqAr9_2kGI-OsWwLyoACITRs7JgJtw/s4032/IMG_9391.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI19NGf82k4I9g3aEpLP10r_uoB926XqbiZGLOZ6m0GdqHdm-Wn271tPjjdnTJqhrzdplfqGIkWnMkw0QU59LxqR75Fp8HkXv_hAZbKVYUb7m3XDfh3wlDD60nf4gs1xiOcviKZKrFc7L7KEMBTZvcgjLptCx_GqAr9_2kGI-OsWwLyoACITRs7JgJtw/w640-h480/IMG_9391.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>View of Spanish Steps from the shopping area</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-URS7pSzKtE1VevZBXoav1O5sGXRiVgobxYYKvT6zGO3WC9tvrKlFtAZIh2vIcSQCen8b9NMljAOildiYlS8zN_3MqyiIuzCgzLOVeK_B69CQuazEg9KOXhWcQoRyZpRAfHBBmMKZQzVorxuodOnZZk_W0gJXub65RsmBwrKIg5m2v989nbToWDSrdw/s4032/IMG_9394.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-URS7pSzKtE1VevZBXoav1O5sGXRiVgobxYYKvT6zGO3WC9tvrKlFtAZIh2vIcSQCen8b9NMljAOildiYlS8zN_3MqyiIuzCgzLOVeK_B69CQuazEg9KOXhWcQoRyZpRAfHBBmMKZQzVorxuodOnZZk_W0gJXub65RsmBwrKIg5m2v989nbToWDSrdw/w480-h640/IMG_9394.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p>Honestly, I considered this a brief stop on our way to the Amalfi coast. I didn't enjoy Rome that much when I went last time, but I liked it better once I planned the trip for things I like to do instead of what is expected of me as a tourist. </p><p><a href="https://www.palazzonainer.com/en/index" target="_blank">This</a> was the nicest hotel in Italy that we booked. It also happens to be across the street from where I really wanted to <a href="https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-de-russie/" target="_blank">stay</a>. We had to watch our budget since we were in Italy for two weeks. I did the next best thing and booked a restaurant reservation at my favorite hotel. You can also go to the bar at the fancy hotels without staying there. </p><p>Our hotel had an amazing rooftop bar. You will need reservations if you go at popular times. We went before dinner two nights in a row. It really was one of our top experiences in Rome. </p><p><img alt="Terrazza Nainer - Rooftop bar in Rome | The Rooftop Guide" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-rome/Bilder/terrazza-nainer-600-2.jpg" style="height: 386.46666666666664px; margin: 0px; width: 527px;" /></p><p><br /></p><p><img alt="Terrazza Nainer - Rooftop bar in Rome | The Rooftop Guide" class="n3VNCb KAlRDb" data-noaft="1" jsaction="load:XAeZkd;" jsname="HiaYvf" src="https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-rome/Bilder/terrazza-nainer-600-4.jpg" style="height: 386.46666666666664px; margin: 0px; width: 527px;" /></p><p><br /></p><p>Since we saw all of the top tourist attractions by late morning on our first and only full day in Rome, it was time to enjoy a nice lunch and then shop! I didn't really need anything so I really thought it would just be window shopping unless something just grabbed me. I found lots of beautiful things that I would never wear or just didn't need. We also have most of the stores in Houston, albeit at more expensive prices because they are imported. I did get excited that there was a Pucci store, which I have never seen. I have always admired Pucci swimsuits, but never bought one because I feel like it's something I need to try on first. I happened to find one at the store I just loved, and it was almost half the price in Italy. I felt a little guilty buying the matching pareo, but I had to buy it because it matched. Plus, I never get rid of my swimwear so I knew I would regret not buying it.</p><p>I wore it the first day we were on the water in Capri. I folded it in half to make it short since it was so hot, but I like that I can wear it longer too in case I get too much sun on a trip. I'm not usually a fan of triangle tops, but this one is so comfortable.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrrzWgsvgs-OKDB4Fp8oLujKlwOfIU2Iwg03DYvbnnD5CvjhT3BhGRcobShu4REWGrkHPDFs3PC0BoL7LTdALNnethBUmiDBpXSxnUtyNNQwzxczu59tIaDXvb2nVnsm5djVwXBw2VQ71Jz9giSVG5mGo0PryNRklBY3jTxnHm2ZOsnOftHm4Bf7rq1Q/s4032/Facetune_21-07-2022-14-56-11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrrzWgsvgs-OKDB4Fp8oLujKlwOfIU2Iwg03DYvbnnD5CvjhT3BhGRcobShu4REWGrkHPDFs3PC0BoL7LTdALNnethBUmiDBpXSxnUtyNNQwzxczu59tIaDXvb2nVnsm5djVwXBw2VQ71Jz9giSVG5mGo0PryNRklBY3jTxnHm2ZOsnOftHm4Bf7rq1Q/w480-h640/Facetune_21-07-2022-14-56-11.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>That night we had dinner across the street at Hotel de Russie. The great thing about the location is that we were able to wear heels for the first time on the trip. </div><div><br /></div><div>The hotel's photo</div><div><br /></div><div><img class="modal-single-carousel__img" height="424" src="https://www.roccofortehotels.com/media/ivubmnau/1-rfh-hotel-de-russie-piazetta-valadier-008r-mg-aug-21-jardin.jpg" style="opacity: 1;" width="640" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My photo. They win. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLpirwW8Vk1maNdjoSDZO62in6dv5X3lSsk283QfIcXbT5KvXSQCZsBUwe78hx3kFIAkdgewyC7lTawggeDTxU-FQGdJFoX7cb5YVrJUNrwcb6kSz-t_eg_cSSTFO951j0sqtWyKWjVRl_8NJ6huF3vogfk5eGNylnZvbVJ7rA9i9aANSFqmfuUBstg/s3926/IMG_9411.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3926" data-original-width="2944" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLpirwW8Vk1maNdjoSDZO62in6dv5X3lSsk283QfIcXbT5KvXSQCZsBUwe78hx3kFIAkdgewyC7lTawggeDTxU-FQGdJFoX7cb5YVrJUNrwcb6kSz-t_eg_cSSTFO951j0sqtWyKWjVRl_8NJ6huF3vogfk5eGNylnZvbVJ7rA9i9aANSFqmfuUBstg/w480-h640/IMG_9411.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Can you believe my outfit is from Express? It reminded me of Dolce and Gabbana so much that I thought it would be perfect for a more formal dinner.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigZlQG4sDxYAoRW3prnJx9wawWggJpUXFs6eBeCzK5Mn8hbLlDmyAsGMMQ9agNSrOviJq6dOvUgp8knsA2utf9Dse44c011X8xC8QjKf-5QyUgh9cYJFJiemJtdngYzjf-3YDxkn4zQ8QWvqNkyCrM3m_GatiCw1TQum4DyAqijhoGsM4ppbquDmKQGg/s4032/IMG_9414.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigZlQG4sDxYAoRW3prnJx9wawWggJpUXFs6eBeCzK5Mn8hbLlDmyAsGMMQ9agNSrOviJq6dOvUgp8knsA2utf9Dse44c011X8xC8QjKf-5QyUgh9cYJFJiemJtdngYzjf-3YDxkn4zQ8QWvqNkyCrM3m_GatiCw1TQum4DyAqijhoGsM4ppbquDmKQGg/w480-h640/IMG_9414.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another beautiful plate from Ginori!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigdMnrV1vUjmz_cW1l65hHYVremC6rnfxUs8G0BMyIG-UnRkESqo9WMhO1ulf4YeAvQL8uBfOKPbRHoKoATdgeQ3urJQH9M3_5LdD6CdDyKfBkoiJzMn_l2eXja8IZ0b3m3aMoolzN790-uW0hOZtECiQPRjWi_bCIcznQrqA2wOS1sJQToztKrBgQVQ/s4032/IMG_9410.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigdMnrV1vUjmz_cW1l65hHYVremC6rnfxUs8G0BMyIG-UnRkESqo9WMhO1ulf4YeAvQL8uBfOKPbRHoKoATdgeQ3urJQH9M3_5LdD6CdDyKfBkoiJzMn_l2eXja8IZ0b3m3aMoolzN790-uW0hOZtECiQPRjWi_bCIcznQrqA2wOS1sJQToztKrBgQVQ/w480-h640/IMG_9410.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Heavily edited photo due to shadows. I'm not going to let shadows ruin my photo! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlatfnFd7sV7NtBRzZeo2T90ow0HIstXtni7muaKxeZIHqSvUU1ABoWYOELpv3Kurli-kngnpR7GtPhrONhzo86YuO7Q2n3htbUcOkEMrDOL2F944URNuO5zpaef5hrgMyIVHJrrelKdFkN0fdm65QI49QjvSP93wR-HsyL74zOkY_QF7Fnnp4LuZtQw/s4032/Facetune_21-07-2022-15-58-57.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlatfnFd7sV7NtBRzZeo2T90ow0HIstXtni7muaKxeZIHqSvUU1ABoWYOELpv3Kurli-kngnpR7GtPhrONhzo86YuO7Q2n3htbUcOkEMrDOL2F944URNuO5zpaef5hrgMyIVHJrrelKdFkN0fdm65QI49QjvSP93wR-HsyL74zOkY_QF7Fnnp4LuZtQw/w480-h640/Facetune_21-07-2022-15-58-57.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div>The next morning we went on a walk before we left for Capri. </div><div><br /></div><div>Piazzo Popolo-We had to roll our suitcases through here on the way to our hotel because there was a taxi strike for two days. I can't say I look upon this piazza fondly.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcygOwrjWfq6qwcpym0l7R8M2VtCOZGb-KgiYx99gwhKGkKsJyhVwcTHqZ7ZmDXYrUCMHSUKv3saNbo2SxJiZDTZCMBxk2c5xPvupCL-py9oAV3HvqgIKeoiekWYHZJJLi61yQhEru4oHKkARvT1WP8hoPfgbcfSplHl9TAZa14WBDYz5UPsY38aIAQg/s4032/IMG_9421.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcygOwrjWfq6qwcpym0l7R8M2VtCOZGb-KgiYx99gwhKGkKsJyhVwcTHqZ7ZmDXYrUCMHSUKv3saNbo2SxJiZDTZCMBxk2c5xPvupCL-py9oAV3HvqgIKeoiekWYHZJJLi61yQhEru4oHKkARvT1WP8hoPfgbcfSplHl9TAZa14WBDYz5UPsY38aIAQg/w640-h480/IMG_9421.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Borghese Gardens-We missed this last time and I was excited to see it, but honestly it was a bust. Most of it isn't taken care of well. These were the only picture worthy shots. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibEiTnGhPC26Psa4rgLa_i2rCX3e-WhaQsjUn6EdFgbczMMgnqABuK1K9rBtmr8WbgoMQ40QGg-ngWRVGDQRtLao9oX4ZK0FnF6-kQTpgB1SGNNHub-N9OzFUxhbn5uPo670CeSMUnkXqLY9646OXgks1f0omO0QKiXXEvJkTdsbqYGgttO7Z5rRzBvQ/s4032/IMG_9420.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibEiTnGhPC26Psa4rgLa_i2rCX3e-WhaQsjUn6EdFgbczMMgnqABuK1K9rBtmr8WbgoMQ40QGg-ngWRVGDQRtLao9oX4ZK0FnF6-kQTpgB1SGNNHub-N9OzFUxhbn5uPo670CeSMUnkXqLY9646OXgks1f0omO0QKiXXEvJkTdsbqYGgttO7Z5rRzBvQ/w640-h480/IMG_9420.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGlT2I0JWnJUoVIBDNDQgnCUIJqk0LjPJ306AcAY6pVGmz78aahtf1Zu3xUcWFpz2bChbBRJ-kURIzJZT-SoNaEk4R9I7VQdl92i7y2GqLNSLS349BVdVl-qUulyf3-Fy2FrU77VNU9EmeFdBO7YFTwIYb4r663pefIN7t66FN9iaNc9Xn3FVyyHomgA/s4032/IMG_9419.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGlT2I0JWnJUoVIBDNDQgnCUIJqk0LjPJ306AcAY6pVGmz78aahtf1Zu3xUcWFpz2bChbBRJ-kURIzJZT-SoNaEk4R9I7VQdl92i7y2GqLNSLS349BVdVl-qUulyf3-Fy2FrU77VNU9EmeFdBO7YFTwIYb4r663pefIN7t66FN9iaNc9Xn3FVyyHomgA/w640-h480/IMG_9419.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>I took a photo of the door of our hotel as we left that morning. Almost all of the doors have these studs on the bottom. I wonder if this is where Valentino got his inspiration for rockstuds?</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxy0-zF5FktgrznzbHin7yikZnRT1Utu0zK3oQeQMleJm_nCqAGQ1yri5_2G4aBTzTghpeN3tdthzRj7P1ccsRdoBlcm8WZbvK2ekJDXk1SPYtkRwTAHeJQkI8I40fYu9oUv7y9hL2odsxXibrRM2JbmvMLX3DSzPnCqzq_5VHCssPat4HbwThfpOX6A/s4032/IMG_9418.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxy0-zF5FktgrznzbHin7yikZnRT1Utu0zK3oQeQMleJm_nCqAGQ1yri5_2G4aBTzTghpeN3tdthzRj7P1ccsRdoBlcm8WZbvK2ekJDXk1SPYtkRwTAHeJQkI8I40fYu9oUv7y9hL2odsxXibrRM2JbmvMLX3DSzPnCqzq_5VHCssPat4HbwThfpOX6A/w480-h640/IMG_9418.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>We actually had a good time in Rome, which I wasn't expecting. I think the nice hotel with it's rooftop, the shopping experience and the dinner at a restaurant I've always wanted to visit made the difference. It may not be the top things to do as a tourist, but it is what all of us wanted to experience. Thankfully, we have traveling companions that have the same interests as us. Well, they didn't want to go to the Borghese Gardens so we split off that morning. That's also okay. Actually, they made the best decision because it wasn't that great!</div><div><br /></div><div>Our next leg of the trip is my favorite, the Amalfi Coast!<br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-8757369592752650272022-08-06T11:29:00.001-05:002022-08-06T11:29:39.272-05:00My Two Weeks in Italy: Under the Tuscan Sun<div>Tuscany! The land of wine, T-bone steaks, scenery, history and sunshine.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBy-MAKX_eIEkvdnprmMou44dGIZvCYjzXcJIiO9aNu_6S08wW-FzgOZe4u4AWI0UaiwGoVVv5kNV-kPnpxvlonbDWpOBTFFikL0hAut4EajVYISXpNpHq_Bn_RYcl3Sb0zQ9IJp5ND06b6qoOTf6VADUvxUT7ERz8mn0LGfMP4_bN0OXJclquJzCP8Q/s4032/Facetune_13-07-2022-15-32-27.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBy-MAKX_eIEkvdnprmMou44dGIZvCYjzXcJIiO9aNu_6S08wW-FzgOZe4u4AWI0UaiwGoVVv5kNV-kPnpxvlonbDWpOBTFFikL0hAut4EajVYISXpNpHq_Bn_RYcl3Sb0zQ9IJp5ND06b6qoOTf6VADUvxUT7ERz8mn0LGfMP4_bN0OXJclquJzCP8Q/w480-h640/Facetune_13-07-2022-15-32-27.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>This wasn't our first trip to Tuscany, but for some reason it felt different. Do you ever return to a place and have a completely different experience? That is how we felt on this trip. We stayed in Florence for only one night in August five years ago, and toured the gardens and museums. It was absolutely beautiful, but we were about to have a heat stroke. The odd thing is it is ten degrees cooler than Houston, but feels just as hot. Skip the summer months if you can!</div><div><br /></div><div>Knowing how hot it could be in the summer we stayed near the Ponte Vecchio Bridge near all of the main sights. <a href="https://www.palazzoalfieri.it/en/index.php" target="_blank">Our hotel </a>had an amazing view of the Arno river, too. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhPNQI8ef_4t2K4NJSuRpdIml5pjZiXTXnfeGab2ZWfedX1_-8uc6AMj3_LjFiZ_0ldA6X-VNVpIyfl3uJzgEqYpgpySq2M_n9BYSl1uJCZyLbQDnj5EgHIXzUNlzDcmwuIPFi6y8Nadpk3MMGTFLW2e1dkfB_x4Cr40osUAjJE9aA2H26JdHozx4sLw/s4032/IMG_9333.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhPNQI8ef_4t2K4NJSuRpdIml5pjZiXTXnfeGab2ZWfedX1_-8uc6AMj3_LjFiZ_0ldA6X-VNVpIyfl3uJzgEqYpgpySq2M_n9BYSl1uJCZyLbQDnj5EgHIXzUNlzDcmwuIPFi6y8Nadpk3MMGTFLW2e1dkfB_x4Cr40osUAjJE9aA2H26JdHozx4sLw/w640-h480/IMG_9333.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmIvTRNwEjSY2dkVelXuOPl2Pmj-dQ2A2mv69AvjzEh8LZAxGJtllIUWcE5nvLfsqtFZrYTP2lMhQrY5qiEZonZJdoSwjhkiOR_4FTtn3nw8wJwbbo5Tqw7KN5qUTMcqDThk8UTFDkVBRtmcZltY3wjNhAR12vaEl01NJTlx0kdF0skxwEvgFfh4JjMg/s4032/IMG_9335.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmIvTRNwEjSY2dkVelXuOPl2Pmj-dQ2A2mv69AvjzEh8LZAxGJtllIUWcE5nvLfsqtFZrYTP2lMhQrY5qiEZonZJdoSwjhkiOR_4FTtn3nw8wJwbbo5Tqw7KN5qUTMcqDThk8UTFDkVBRtmcZltY3wjNhAR12vaEl01NJTlx0kdF0skxwEvgFfh4JjMg/w640-h480/IMG_9335.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Instead of staying in the Tuscan countryside for the majority of our trip, we did a one day tour of three wineries instead. In retrospect, I wish we had stayed in the country. Florence is amazing, but I think once you've seen the sights one time you can relax and do the fun stuff aka wine tasting. My reasoning to stay in Florence is that the countryside is very sleepy. Make sure you book a resort that has a restaurant and bar. A pool is a must too if you go in the summer. </div><div><br /></div><div>We arrived in the afternoon and walked our friends to the Duomo. I mean, you can't go to Florence without seeing the Duomo or the Ponte Vecchio Bridge! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4FPx-RX6wnUK0nICD_GcQkqgyWpipynf_jGCwh4v-EyokJmumLZ31EfMW_zRxYBzQ8FWKA59jTW5sX5-fE6MVYA9t9OwfxasaFaIhNHDUgs4IvFT4IKi9oV4oqq-T5SP0N8bn3DgjhAr257OS6A9o5ac8DQsmMLr36CBEHg3iqnjCxdAm60onwhN_4g/s4032/IMG_9336.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4FPx-RX6wnUK0nICD_GcQkqgyWpipynf_jGCwh4v-EyokJmumLZ31EfMW_zRxYBzQ8FWKA59jTW5sX5-fE6MVYA9t9OwfxasaFaIhNHDUgs4IvFT4IKi9oV4oqq-T5SP0N8bn3DgjhAr257OS6A9o5ac8DQsmMLr36CBEHg3iqnjCxdAm60onwhN_4g/w480-h640/IMG_9336.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1To1oQ-1aM76WxY0tqds84jajT0BfbQrdQD_DnCzE5JTEHdYS_A1yOWrW_Vm1Rs1spwYqwXHxcvbCHFwu1AdZuJ6ZTfASemIX0UbsN1qW5djA8bTdz9Un0TTUupdT76kIUQ9f4Z6diS6vOVuNlGQ8PFCCuayE58o1hK2b6GZgXH-9AZfmogFLWfMmvA/s4032/IMG_9337.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1To1oQ-1aM76WxY0tqds84jajT0BfbQrdQD_DnCzE5JTEHdYS_A1yOWrW_Vm1Rs1spwYqwXHxcvbCHFwu1AdZuJ6ZTfASemIX0UbsN1qW5djA8bTdz9Un0TTUupdT76kIUQ9f4Z6diS6vOVuNlGQ8PFCCuayE58o1hK2b6GZgXH-9AZfmogFLWfMmvA/w640-h480/IMG_9337.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Our friends then did some shopping while I had my daily gelato, and then we went back to our hotel to get ready for our dinner reservation at <a href="https://www.ristorantenatalino.com/en/" target="_blank">Natalino</a>. I saw it recommended by a fancy hotel online, and noticed it had the Florentine steaks my husband had requested. I booked it with that in mind. I had no idea what I would eat, but ended up with the most most amazing lasagna ever. It was one of our least expensive meals as well. My husband shows off his steak to everyone. He cannot get it out of his head!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN5ax8QIFnO5nPGW2OANLyFIf7Bmen4rHiyKHYHfjQMydcSTBXjaJzPqZe1edUi4Fotgp-XIEgAYzRI1eU63s9IiAoz0joAX8HPcE-ID38MHlnyjJwXKw5KPBEa9_OTbyj2dVz4kRyvuEIkvzf3NFR9QzPurEmlULXgJhcIMNxGcPgjAb5_JKGj0NXrw/s4032/IMG_9678.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN5ax8QIFnO5nPGW2OANLyFIf7Bmen4rHiyKHYHfjQMydcSTBXjaJzPqZe1edUi4Fotgp-XIEgAYzRI1eU63s9IiAoz0joAX8HPcE-ID38MHlnyjJwXKw5KPBEa9_OTbyj2dVz4kRyvuEIkvzf3NFR9QzPurEmlULXgJhcIMNxGcPgjAb5_JKGj0NXrw/w480-h640/IMG_9678.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbrsw7IxZxmEnzuxOtcEU-PKLLgU4PecCi59kp1WHwO19JOgjQmY83dGRt12jYfnsI_eu-d6DZD1K9HNcvo21Yqb-_C8m_S8qTy7uTaggnPxs8taD3Ys55kyJ4jS9Vdz3a8_2xOrftN-qY3ICFGbMsPLPcArLI_8ELmluved5gQ_cEkeuZQrXukYSOjg/s4032/IMG_9677.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbrsw7IxZxmEnzuxOtcEU-PKLLgU4PecCi59kp1WHwO19JOgjQmY83dGRt12jYfnsI_eu-d6DZD1K9HNcvo21Yqb-_C8m_S8qTy7uTaggnPxs8taD3Ys55kyJ4jS9Vdz3a8_2xOrftN-qY3ICFGbMsPLPcArLI_8ELmluved5gQ_cEkeuZQrXukYSOjg/w480-h640/IMG_9677.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We walked around after dinner to the historic Piazza Signoria where an orchestra was playing, and then along the Arno River at sunset. It was absolutely magical! I take back what I said earlier. Stay in Florence as long as you do this in the evening. I almost get teary eyed thinking about her perfect it was. The beautiful architecture, the fountains, the people and the music all came together at sunset to create a spectacular evening. Maybe even a romantic one?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicHOkapZPLdL0j8sYrkfQ-oBFZx10r16JB_FpIpklI1zu6-KSri3_oZZHnsWaoRICRHHLV4NBG9j_CpsokgbFF9I62r5dhfZl7xMKAodFYjH4OFASJKc0dTd3vsbSHrmDV5bssYMwdg7WMUTxV054m7GR9GCQVXun0pvjJionxIcD9e0MYrG2YnzEUiQ/s4032/IMG_9342.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicHOkapZPLdL0j8sYrkfQ-oBFZx10r16JB_FpIpklI1zu6-KSri3_oZZHnsWaoRICRHHLV4NBG9j_CpsokgbFF9I62r5dhfZl7xMKAodFYjH4OFASJKc0dTd3vsbSHrmDV5bssYMwdg7WMUTxV054m7GR9GCQVXun0pvjJionxIcD9e0MYrG2YnzEUiQ/w480-h640/IMG_9342.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Imagine this sight with the fountain running and an orchestra playing in the background...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZnIkBi2Dm1mHjXyCRfUcVKhpdBTkL6IWkHlg6RDDdRcz2WKrCbiveh_DgXp7UWgQjoI1Ew4_Fl-vzeCTj5s9fj6N3feGU9TlUrpoc3TMsoE4wkWSR6lQo-SWBWm6ErOaQxJfn-1q-mIu49dvBu5q2cwS3qk_Do5Bc2Di6_g0stGvbtwd91sBrJj90Bw/s2124/IMG_9682.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2124" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZnIkBi2Dm1mHjXyCRfUcVKhpdBTkL6IWkHlg6RDDdRcz2WKrCbiveh_DgXp7UWgQjoI1Ew4_Fl-vzeCTj5s9fj6N3feGU9TlUrpoc3TMsoE4wkWSR6lQo-SWBWm6ErOaQxJfn-1q-mIu49dvBu5q2cwS3qk_Do5Bc2Di6_g0stGvbtwd91sBrJj90Bw/w386-h640/IMG_9682.PNG" width="386" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Then we went back to enjoy the rooftop at our hotel. There isn't a bar so we took the wine we bought earlier in Lake Como upstairs. If your hotel doesn't have a rooftop overlooking the river, definitely reserve a table at rooftop bar to watch the sunset.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkARXFzLyGcm2l4ZcufU8aK8HWYiNczV7GID4zn_xAEYdkgcHalCvmRhQgaHdv70F_f5SxBPo9CknSGQvwVHgfnb7FTq6qRq5wXDqLeeG5D9eZgn1P1CxCKuwTnlyR5ZXRIwLOkKi5EqTbQYjQGwsQ61jHmh3fiTmOeOphnfbPBIsR9v1hn8WrggqMQQ/s4032/IMG_9346.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkARXFzLyGcm2l4ZcufU8aK8HWYiNczV7GID4zn_xAEYdkgcHalCvmRhQgaHdv70F_f5SxBPo9CknSGQvwVHgfnb7FTq6qRq5wXDqLeeG5D9eZgn1P1CxCKuwTnlyR5ZXRIwLOkKi5EqTbQYjQGwsQ61jHmh3fiTmOeOphnfbPBIsR9v1hn8WrggqMQQ/w640-h480/IMG_9346.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn1Y9e41Wr_9fbUFtxnzpV6eZ21E7huhiVhJbZqo4u4HjgWGZKnNoCwm4n7pJ_Aoxq83x9tKqc9GU42i6rl3vr46cv1hdmjWVIi88AWnR2UJoKKgkMSFhRFVEZx9Uz_nRvXxmcua5Ff8_hsbZ-mENIz7jx4lD07uV7guIZSQg4hIfaqs6nZ0q-6oNIlA/s4032/IMG_9345.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn1Y9e41Wr_9fbUFtxnzpV6eZ21E7huhiVhJbZqo4u4HjgWGZKnNoCwm4n7pJ_Aoxq83x9tKqc9GU42i6rl3vr46cv1hdmjWVIi88AWnR2UJoKKgkMSFhRFVEZx9Uz_nRvXxmcua5Ff8_hsbZ-mENIz7jx4lD07uV7guIZSQg4hIfaqs6nZ0q-6oNIlA/w640-h480/IMG_9345.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The next day we headed out at 9am with a driver to make it to our first winery, <a href="https://www.verrazzano.com" target="_blank">Castello di Verrazzano</a>. We stopped here five years ago for a quick wine tasting in the restaurant. We always said we would go back and do the full tour because it was so beautiful. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUCVfX0JrEY1hlcG783Hg2PVeYu5fSnifIIQnOplljlyVF0kpBvK9IKOqvRliJsxET3pewciIWVZ9znAsHKAnxkZ8P8ZVv-weh4BCQb-bLt1GLdtpB9bx1ScXrEl7H4WOWNrVaReJtrVWtQ_dYEWu8Z_SMx1MSL99nAbfM7obyU4CQ-nJgH71x1NYnAA/s4032/IMG_9347.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUCVfX0JrEY1hlcG783Hg2PVeYu5fSnifIIQnOplljlyVF0kpBvK9IKOqvRliJsxET3pewciIWVZ9znAsHKAnxkZ8P8ZVv-weh4BCQb-bLt1GLdtpB9bx1ScXrEl7H4WOWNrVaReJtrVWtQ_dYEWu8Z_SMx1MSL99nAbfM7obyU4CQ-nJgH71x1NYnAA/w640-h480/IMG_9347.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcx_ycvZN1ncDo5vcb4znBrfC3YiqmG8FY7LhQ6rro7Xr5rul3OV4vLIRxcjdmFMzj8PLV20WCmnYN7pLoSu5Zarrj4C9Y1T_5QnAaiMMvkeYBdpt6jBCiPzJbOs-FAmIqa676R0QIEB5nqnhWPKcoQnDOifGZMt0Bn0IYs6bzGUwD1_Zz6mmyAH-iVA/s4032/IMG_9348.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcx_ycvZN1ncDo5vcb4znBrfC3YiqmG8FY7LhQ6rro7Xr5rul3OV4vLIRxcjdmFMzj8PLV20WCmnYN7pLoSu5Zarrj4C9Y1T_5QnAaiMMvkeYBdpt6jBCiPzJbOs-FAmIqa676R0QIEB5nqnhWPKcoQnDOifGZMt0Bn0IYs6bzGUwD1_Zz6mmyAH-iVA/w640-h480/IMG_9348.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>However, I have to admit I was really bored on the tours this trip. They last way too long compared to American ones. I just want a brief overview and to taste the wine. Opt for a meal at the restaurant instead where you can pair the wine. After an hour we finally got to sit down and taste the wine, and the balsamic vinegar. We bought a way too expensive bottle of balsamic, but when in Tuscany...wear white. Just kidding! It does look like we're at a white party here.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7PPT2WkKhDvufU-TZ6nXCXFXI1lCm7D8AVk2MbzSGcJsAtPMEs9pi6Zozk7jm1trPkFQJrElSy08LSsINUt_JDseTp0jutoYYyvDd5-YkE6atYNXfl_3CWZgx6pbAK1jqx5tIZwL4PpEQbvWsZbQSPqVJZOHPhB1DgRoYFgm0uJXUGHhFdGNsSKGpSQ/s4032/Facetune_13-07-2022-11-25-23.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7PPT2WkKhDvufU-TZ6nXCXFXI1lCm7D8AVk2MbzSGcJsAtPMEs9pi6Zozk7jm1trPkFQJrElSy08LSsINUt_JDseTp0jutoYYyvDd5-YkE6atYNXfl_3CWZgx6pbAK1jqx5tIZwL4PpEQbvWsZbQSPqVJZOHPhB1DgRoYFgm0uJXUGHhFdGNsSKGpSQ/w640-h480/Facetune_13-07-2022-11-25-23.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Then we were off to our favorite, <a href="https://www.torciano.com/en/" target="_blank">Tenuta Torciano</a>! If you've followed me for a while you know that we not only visited this winery five years ago, but we had them do a wine party at our house the next year. It sounds super fancy, but it's free and they provide the wine. They just ask that you invite at least 12 people. We had a little over 20. We had it catered by a local Italian restaurant, and rented some tables to place by the pool, but the cost was minimal. It does look like Tuscany with the cypress trees in our backyard so it was the perfect setting. My guests weren't required to buy anything, but they broke sales records that night! I'm not surprised because Texans are known from Napa to Italy for their love of wine. So of course we had to go back!</div><div><br /></div><div>One of the reasons I love this Tenuta Torciano is because they have wineries all over Tuscany so you can visit their main one in San Gimignano, but sample all of the varieties. I also love that there isn't a wine tour. We sat down and had an amazing lunch paired with so many wines that I couldn't even count them. </div><div><br /></div><div>My husband of course immediately drops red sauce on his white shirt. Thankfully, I always carry Shout wipes in my purse for this reason. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6PDWYIC5eMNq1LT6pYP4s9Ix_bf8qjET9-ntfjlCiWHQtrJPYPnsKTAXDHeQ_TUXekSWPcB0FLZhqI4ylUO9OFtcAzv0nIAGfrw9ZAMvj32V0a--uG60ZRlsyUf3ND-DK7Dpf687kyzuvaHCWvSL4Q1TzG6i9wOivgHTEylXWCu8gOqgy1TXxceeGNA/s4032/IMG_1273.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6PDWYIC5eMNq1LT6pYP4s9Ix_bf8qjET9-ntfjlCiWHQtrJPYPnsKTAXDHeQ_TUXekSWPcB0FLZhqI4ylUO9OFtcAzv0nIAGfrw9ZAMvj32V0a--uG60ZRlsyUf3ND-DK7Dpf687kyzuvaHCWvSL4Q1TzG6i9wOivgHTEylXWCu8gOqgy1TXxceeGNA/w480-h640/IMG_1273.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Most of the people working there are part of the family that owns the winery. I absolutely love all of them! One even jumped in to help clean his shirt. <div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv4IbcDyPRL7zKpwvBXFblGJ0QrtyTG4JZYAMXtzUAqmoCqL1xckjXJWlkE5VdNlwA7L7ilu8PORO9m6iluzxkp-tB142pnlRv-V6FAVlHFVqkkEAUJ8l75tT2etJNpmqs6OPyxrK0SEwqyyjYb8z5vEzlMTJyfj46IJ6aModccMQ6m1emy890c22BZQ/s4032/IMG_1272.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv4IbcDyPRL7zKpwvBXFblGJ0QrtyTG4JZYAMXtzUAqmoCqL1xckjXJWlkE5VdNlwA7L7ilu8PORO9m6iluzxkp-tB142pnlRv-V6FAVlHFVqkkEAUJ8l75tT2etJNpmqs6OPyxrK0SEwqyyjYb8z5vEzlMTJyfj46IJ6aModccMQ6m1emy890c22BZQ/w480-h640/IMG_1272.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We walked around the historic town of San Gimignano after this tasting. I wanted our friends to experience it. Montalcino and Montepulciano are very similar so you need to experience only one if you are short on time. I do wish we would have had time to visit Siena. We went on our last trip, and it is definitely worth it. I also regret not having enough to time to visit some of the wineries in Montalcino, especially <a href="https://www.castellobanfiwineresort.it/en" target="_blank">Banfi</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ3dzBTZ1u5SkTt4HEqPEUPgaUalAiG3Rt8MxNCqyyahMDqi8_bsV6jPnmSzx3ZGLU3BSTHtSPJ63AtZ-xdQIMloSQnkyzzwA0Cw-wxFQMSjAs0gMo7GnLG5xjCSgyYCBuANxb8I3_xrGfVyayfJYvWm7dGzdnS2LzbN0Q2R2XhgoLuI1VO8Xi6uGYVg/s4032/IMG_9357.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ3dzBTZ1u5SkTt4HEqPEUPgaUalAiG3Rt8MxNCqyyahMDqi8_bsV6jPnmSzx3ZGLU3BSTHtSPJ63AtZ-xdQIMloSQnkyzzwA0Cw-wxFQMSjAs0gMo7GnLG5xjCSgyYCBuANxb8I3_xrGfVyayfJYvWm7dGzdnS2LzbN0Q2R2XhgoLuI1VO8Xi6uGYVg/w480-h640/IMG_9357.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div>I heard San Gimignano is home to the best gelato in the world. I had to try it out of course. I will say it was the best we had on the trip. I should have taken a photo, but my brain wasn't working right because of the heat and crowds. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEU0AL9QNeNXVj3sulXRrR7G5EgKBoDmJMgX7UGVsbZTD8CB0TAxwNPLV6E32k_TT41LY5ksbNVBz27n8M7QzmpYSpySIUz5VvWltbA6L4LesngBAqG8-NftJG7nCB79xnP4tCgfSCdJOb7G6VLdmzLdxWGfcQN9DgRQvLWCbLIoh_IBDMzP4t8yv9Bg/s4032/IMG_9356.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEU0AL9QNeNXVj3sulXRrR7G5EgKBoDmJMgX7UGVsbZTD8CB0TAxwNPLV6E32k_TT41LY5ksbNVBz27n8M7QzmpYSpySIUz5VvWltbA6L4LesngBAqG8-NftJG7nCB79xnP4tCgfSCdJOb7G6VLdmzLdxWGfcQN9DgRQvLWCbLIoh_IBDMzP4t8yv9Bg/w480-h640/IMG_9356.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then we were off to our last winery, <a href="https://www.antinori.it/en/tenuta/estates-antinori/antinori-nel-chianti-classico-estate/" target="_blank">Antinori</a>. I was excited about this one because I heard it was the best. However, between the sun, wine and food we were exhausted. I kept falling asleep in the van on the way. I did perk up when we got there a little because it's a beautiful modern winery. I wish we would have skipped the tour and just went right to the tasting area instead. The tour was so long that it was absolutely brutal to get through for everyone. I think out of the 15 or so people there was only one person that didn't seem to want to run out of there. We had three wines at the end of the tour, but they weren't that great. We ordered Antinori bottles twice at restaurants and they were really good. I'm not sure why they chose the wines they did for the tasting. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4bRWINU5ZdE0Wo7cqbYTgRF5OCzvSzr6JN7TIKHb_-SRPX8s3J74AZJZ9cyCpRAkybvjNlC8qo8an6OiPNJfNKNOFgaSIZ_4SDYRUOhbvM1WTJnM4agXUxtZueypdBurlXt1kYRkuRRp5uBL1us-7I-WdGPK8Hf11PdGdpxL_5Ul6OI7pdOK6iQ8--Q/s4032/IMG_9361.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4bRWINU5ZdE0Wo7cqbYTgRF5OCzvSzr6JN7TIKHb_-SRPX8s3J74AZJZ9cyCpRAkybvjNlC8qo8an6OiPNJfNKNOFgaSIZ_4SDYRUOhbvM1WTJnM4agXUxtZueypdBurlXt1kYRkuRRp5uBL1us-7I-WdGPK8Hf11PdGdpxL_5Ul6OI7pdOK6iQ8--Q/w480-h640/IMG_9361.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">There's also a restaurant that has a beautiful view. The menu wasn't our favorite so we opted to have dinner in Florence that night. One thing I realized is that Americans don't eat just enjoy one cuisine. We are probably the only people in the world that have a variety daily. It makes it hard to travel to one country for so many days, and have the same cuisine even if it is amazing. My husband was craving Tex-Mex and happened to find a place in Florence that served it. Well, it is more Baja, but close enough!</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIicv3EStQ7-trP5ty8iwgepG9TfOfi3FXRR0uCLW4BdSSeUNNazGyGGKuXIpftsPBYTUptImGROGd98UVgLiS3LfxvqCjKtd0_lZF4b1crC1i9BvXIT6D5vH-jE2Uz1I4VewjTzce0FrimbTVsUc7XEQiyik3xr3YX6uhq8_2zoMn-qeKasKE_LNsRw/s4032/IMG_9364.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIicv3EStQ7-trP5ty8iwgepG9TfOfi3FXRR0uCLW4BdSSeUNNazGyGGKuXIpftsPBYTUptImGROGd98UVgLiS3LfxvqCjKtd0_lZF4b1crC1i9BvXIT6D5vH-jE2Uz1I4VewjTzce0FrimbTVsUc7XEQiyik3xr3YX6uhq8_2zoMn-qeKasKE_LNsRw/w480-h640/IMG_9364.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next morning we had time to walk around the city before we left for Rome on our train. We stayed in the shopping area, but I hadn't been really interested yet in going in any stores until I saw Ginori! I absolutely love their dishes. I have always had my eye on <a href="https://www.ginori1735.com/us/en/dinner-plate-oriente-italiano-porpora-set-two-oriente-italiano-003rg00-fpt110010265g00124200" target="_blank">these</a>, but I found some that I even like better. I haven't looked online yet to see if I can find them here. I have an art piece coming in for my dining room that is between blue and green in color so I want to see how it looks before buying them. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKvUOc-_s6X36nJyslTf5t3qxMR5zRYkEWIev2KLeTjW5gS77u2aUGs3qzMx5gMG5KTnL-IbqcujmLYVIYTHdqM-Y3ZrgCXz9y_QxAv3EvJcJftHwxT6Zf8EkAvaetE4AOiyZkpjQNIZ3ZEk645ruOO59BuTpXKxtyUftNgogE918z7VOXFpVcC4GQ/s4032/IMG_9366.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKvUOc-_s6X36nJyslTf5t3qxMR5zRYkEWIev2KLeTjW5gS77u2aUGs3qzMx5gMG5KTnL-IbqcujmLYVIYTHdqM-Y3ZrgCXz9y_QxAv3EvJcJftHwxT6Zf8EkAvaetE4AOiyZkpjQNIZ3ZEk645ruOO59BuTpXKxtyUftNgogE918z7VOXFpVcC4GQ/w480-h640/IMG_9366.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So then we were off to Rome!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-11960262282803824452022-07-26T17:29:00.002-05:002022-07-26T17:29:35.828-05:00My Two Weeks in Italy: Lake ComoAfter Venice, we headed to Lake Como. We took a train to Milan, and arranged for a driver to pick us up at the station and take us to Bellagio. One thing I learned about Lake Como is that it doesn't really matter where you stay on the lake. Bellagio is the most popular, but Como is probably the most convenient location because there's a train station there that allows you to skip the driver. However, I say just stay at the hotel that most appeals to you because you will spend most of the time boating on the lake. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqYC2ujmlAHdDs22zClig-xJmDOab1urB45HLHKhlF13esFLmEkPtxyH5WXqEcuUQlEFWU368Cbp4Yu_29EI0-UCPaKCiC1Eu0lYNFSTQHp9m5V4Pp7N0criF9204pNZcCkuxBAW8DsYTBvVvAz7kd5dxTLD-ReSvnF062OTfx_PeElbVx8_ztdBvGw/s4032/IMG_9309.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqYC2ujmlAHdDs22zClig-xJmDOab1urB45HLHKhlF13esFLmEkPtxyH5WXqEcuUQlEFWU368Cbp4Yu_29EI0-UCPaKCiC1Eu0lYNFSTQHp9m5V4Pp7N0criF9204pNZcCkuxBAW8DsYTBvVvAz7kd5dxTLD-ReSvnF062OTfx_PeElbVx8_ztdBvGw/w640-h480/IMG_9309.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div>We stayed at <a href="https://www.albergometropole.it" target="_blank">Hotel Metropole</a>, which is at the end of the main road in Bellagio. It is extremely convenient for catching the ferry around the lake, and there are a ton of restaurants right outside the hotel. We had the most amazing room at this hotel. It was a corner unit on the second floor with an enormous patio. In front of us we had the most spectacular lake view, and to the right we had a view of Bellagio. Ask for Room 112! The only complaint I have is that the shower is super tiny.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here is the view from our room to the patio.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzTrt4F4t7uve2Ke025bYArFbSRRSY2Q0Dq6gGFzLNoDR8s6r378cCKG_wJOZDdkE6zWQW1_QPiohXKXjnK4rV_UoT3biaoP18r0N6GZ_LE_APK5ZJWSp_VNwTH8KgfoFz9lwSKLv3xx63x_VkcwYezRIOcPSN2ynkHsx3iejeLiwruTv1KW4mus0Dg/s3948/IMG_9229.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3948" data-original-width="2961" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzTrt4F4t7uve2Ke025bYArFbSRRSY2Q0Dq6gGFzLNoDR8s6r378cCKG_wJOZDdkE6zWQW1_QPiohXKXjnK4rV_UoT3biaoP18r0N6GZ_LE_APK5ZJWSp_VNwTH8KgfoFz9lwSKLv3xx63x_VkcwYezRIOcPSN2ynkHsx3iejeLiwruTv1KW4mus0Dg/w480-h640/IMG_9229.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikT2er9z3fJxRNKcBCCgjkU9ujabSuZKc3upa-fBn7iklHRqRsOc0JbPR20qJpgBA0rFEdtU9qtTQHPpsombRnyH_5K5hIQI7MarjQgm8K2jRGqvWWdLu7tud3PA52KoP0FuAa_T8J61pcto5JRUQOAt7gbh-ozdL_x9SIqUKA5_w3ei-0P8nNA2SgPw/s4032/IMG_9224.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikT2er9z3fJxRNKcBCCgjkU9ujabSuZKc3upa-fBn7iklHRqRsOc0JbPR20qJpgBA0rFEdtU9qtTQHPpsombRnyH_5K5hIQI7MarjQgm8K2jRGqvWWdLu7tud3PA52KoP0FuAa_T8J61pcto5JRUQOAt7gbh-ozdL_x9SIqUKA5_w3ei-0P8nNA2SgPw/w640-h480/IMG_9224.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>We opted to have after dinner drinks out here with our friends the two nights we were here because we weren't going to get a better view at a restaurant!</div><div><br /></div><div>The first day we had a quick lunch, changed clothes and caught the ferry to Villa Balbianello. It has been on my bucket list for years after saving so many photos of it on Instagram. It's where parts of Casino Royale and Star Wars were filmed, but honestly I know it best from an iconic Slim Aarons photo. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="1980-1989 Art Print featuring the photograph Villa Del Balbianello by Slim Aarons" height="473" id="productPreviewImage" src="https://render.fineartamerica.com/images/rendered/default/print/12/8/break/images/artworkimages/medium/2/villa-del-balbianello-slim-aarons.jpg" style="border: 1px solid rgb(153, 153, 153);" title="1980-1989 Art Print featuring the photograph Villa Del Balbianello by Slim Aarons" width="628" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Fine Art America</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: left;">One of the reasons I changed is because I knew this was going to be one of the most picture worthy spots on our trip. I was sweating bullets in this long dress, but it was worth it. I'm not the kind of girl who usually wants photos of herself, but this day I had no shame. I handed my phone over to my husband so many times to make sure we got every bit of scenery in the backdrop. 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It shows the scale of it, and how beautiful this place really is. We opted for a tour, but honestly the inside isn't nearly as impressive as the gardens. I wish we would have just bought a garden ticket. Also, catch the boat ride to the villa instead of the uphill 20 minute walk. I'm fairly fit, and it was a little tough for me. I thought my husband was going to pass out!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The next day was our full day in Lake Como. We opted to rent a boat all day. We had to ferry to Varenna to pick it up, but it's only a 15 minute trip. I'm glad Bellagio was sold out of boats because I got to experience this beautiful town. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPcPVLXkcd0ACXWHA1i1vUnOFORaPQdgoA4zvRM0_reb59Nw3BzeJYg6ZWsJs4sAgwl6jIOhmB9q92DUX6IuCVIopq524Umsgcu-ScUPLHhH-qoRXnS4gw13AYPVe8nJjR_ue6cLF9NVmN-zHDUzgobCIz1mcQz3wNkuEl1PkWW4qPdzOGEJOK2qM3FA/s4032/IMG_9313.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPcPVLXkcd0ACXWHA1i1vUnOFORaPQdgoA4zvRM0_reb59Nw3BzeJYg6ZWsJs4sAgwl6jIOhmB9q92DUX6IuCVIopq524Umsgcu-ScUPLHhH-qoRXnS4gw13AYPVe8nJjR_ue6cLF9NVmN-zHDUzgobCIz1mcQz3wNkuEl1PkWW4qPdzOGEJOK2qM3FA/w480-h640/IMG_9313.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0IkSBspQUchddSO0I2mp7AMxaiFrYZZ1UQTdjTAtjHBZROguYTc08m_WgL36r1l5pU8Inph0DHiawP-JlEF4ywwf-BDf2MNDM9YAPMNDWb7s_hlwcTuhezLjNU4zbv1EDUkhptF15UfP63ZPG8LqAzb3q-SoA_yTj3w2FUzB4gCjerIM7Of37cD50-w/s4032/IMG_9314.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0IkSBspQUchddSO0I2mp7AMxaiFrYZZ1UQTdjTAtjHBZROguYTc08m_WgL36r1l5pU8Inph0DHiawP-JlEF4ywwf-BDf2MNDM9YAPMNDWb7s_hlwcTuhezLjNU4zbv1EDUkhptF15UfP63ZPG8LqAzb3q-SoA_yTj3w2FUzB4gCjerIM7Of37cD50-w/w480-h640/IMG_9314.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjduEHpoTgV7tnqZ_NSU1iVw1s_6aunp8PiNsYKMx_UJRvsEiNcm1RbEeyen4bQ087IAPH0uzJggPm8wsK1Onuecd-vNMJRQ_6F5d2rkkRGpUbwrTg1iPZBjoazq3B_rmkwQIq0SozregrSZoAfQIRj402PB8bsBe-ddD6gsCXAK92lSqagzH7S8mI0bA/s4032/IMG_9318.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjduEHpoTgV7tnqZ_NSU1iVw1s_6aunp8PiNsYKMx_UJRvsEiNcm1RbEeyen4bQ087IAPH0uzJggPm8wsK1Onuecd-vNMJRQ_6F5d2rkkRGpUbwrTg1iPZBjoazq3B_rmkwQIq0SozregrSZoAfQIRj402PB8bsBe-ddD6gsCXAK92lSqagzH7S8mI0bA/w480-h640/IMG_9318.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuy-kttFLu0Clj03f1DxizIA7raf6Nyh0rI4zKec9B8Kwuub_tqj9CLI6n5qXoIczzm6s0es7P0K7-XHt0ZnGkDnjSn5B0UKuth26kyH8WvdPY_sYuGfPM5HP060mwhqWViHbfLC3R3Hp168JAlyEuZNLroJCc4fuJih8EU6lStFjHpaHvcKqKMCNXOQ/s4032/IMG_9319.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuy-kttFLu0Clj03f1DxizIA7raf6Nyh0rI4zKec9B8Kwuub_tqj9CLI6n5qXoIczzm6s0es7P0K7-XHt0ZnGkDnjSn5B0UKuth26kyH8WvdPY_sYuGfPM5HP060mwhqWViHbfLC3R3Hp168JAlyEuZNLroJCc4fuJih8EU6lStFjHpaHvcKqKMCNXOQ/w480-h640/IMG_9319.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_6MzzLwW9MP5eiTRlkNCwgU8rBzHpx7RY85SHDoRQ8829zq9jBfb-0wDkHff4ful_oC4PToN0-tVHiibup3-WOES8Fnfm8BsqoBWUQ2X_CpNMYJO-EJ-zMGtOJVUK60gJfpH5fDRwNWRbIpc1MJJOiUb9D7iAKjcHVIL-yvQFmKTj0MCf5LrErcOrA/s4032/IMG_9317.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_6MzzLwW9MP5eiTRlkNCwgU8rBzHpx7RY85SHDoRQ8829zq9jBfb-0wDkHff4ful_oC4PToN0-tVHiibup3-WOES8Fnfm8BsqoBWUQ2X_CpNMYJO-EJ-zMGtOJVUK60gJfpH5fDRwNWRbIpc1MJJOiUb9D7iAKjcHVIL-yvQFmKTj0MCf5LrErcOrA/w480-h640/IMG_9317.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I loved seeing the swans! This town is much more quaint and less expensive than Bellagio, but so charming.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We went from Varenna all the way down to Como, which is just one of three legs of the lake. It took almost all day once we stopped for lunch. I did dip in the water to cool off, but I got right back out because it was a little too cold for me.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge6ts_k36s8v2IG50ffq-qtu8CcxRhMftLFzsQE2JsWyJZ7w-7sULKL7hcQ4d1fjjEa8iF0tF-G9KeHFdtXPIRef6TqNOp7p3qEjriNaOQd5YDWGPB-ZzMAMsKzLL42zfpC8CCklSShWDkijGmtbHp-eEghyRIpiEptUCACO7zwr5X7n4k7e4ephEYoQ/s4032/IMG_9331.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge6ts_k36s8v2IG50ffq-qtu8CcxRhMftLFzsQE2JsWyJZ7w-7sULKL7hcQ4d1fjjEa8iF0tF-G9KeHFdtXPIRef6TqNOp7p3qEjriNaOQd5YDWGPB-ZzMAMsKzLL42zfpC8CCklSShWDkijGmtbHp-eEghyRIpiEptUCACO7zwr5X7n4k7e4ephEYoQ/w480-h640/IMG_9331.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Villa Balbianello from the water<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTmbmf-yAgGZ3yJzTfdd_IZcx2k_bQ6xO5uOg2PupCtShXSZ623IapeilAduO_k__dyrU2NlOe3R-cF46djdA0bJd3muI1bcyvwRpy7g3dlJGm--HCFtTyyvzUSiqvxmiw1_iMCmYtCjxr2TQ5_FBHYSXSinxBinG-rO4Uph4D5zJxX3cwiLVYsg4DQ/s4032/IMG_9321.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTmbmf-yAgGZ3yJzTfdd_IZcx2k_bQ6xO5uOg2PupCtShXSZ623IapeilAduO_k__dyrU2NlOe3R-cF46djdA0bJd3muI1bcyvwRpy7g3dlJGm--HCFtTyyvzUSiqvxmiw1_iMCmYtCjxr2TQ5_FBHYSXSinxBinG-rO4Uph4D5zJxX3cwiLVYsg4DQ/w480-h640/IMG_9321.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>A popular spot to jump off the bridge with the waterfall in the background. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnakprmtEbVet3yFwNIQwiGTvIXBIda5ltLkESSXJ1DmnA_mAvU5YIw3nbBt9-A06zH6hHvQcHZ7QhFrNzncyubL68Cveu8cQ26aKM6RC4gbtaZvvcOrv2dFmf_5OyMakiRxLJaIYhhSD6r7jpH6cDQ1OTbVcaRQchI9A92dU6pd96pITCcr0v571Ipw/s4032/IMG_9325.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnakprmtEbVet3yFwNIQwiGTvIXBIda5ltLkESSXJ1DmnA_mAvU5YIw3nbBt9-A06zH6hHvQcHZ7QhFrNzncyubL68Cveu8cQ26aKM6RC4gbtaZvvcOrv2dFmf_5OyMakiRxLJaIYhhSD6r7jpH6cDQ1OTbVcaRQchI9A92dU6pd96pITCcr0v571Ipw/w480-h640/IMG_9325.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>I love the wooden boats on this lake. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg082RArkyYUQeYMAanueCjNJDyulHlaJWpwO7EBa9Fr_qYnkyu1T9BAs8a952yHtl2Qa-alRBB8btrf6SnqxlK_xq5S4h3wuZEVP5Gh3f9E7pVlDkuKNRWOfNjoRqCrtqJi9S2ACI3NseJ6yTi7k4cxeTWttTP8vIsYzZ6ZkwYAcnZFbJK9ssa3-wzug/s4032/IMG_9330.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg082RArkyYUQeYMAanueCjNJDyulHlaJWpwO7EBa9Fr_qYnkyu1T9BAs8a952yHtl2Qa-alRBB8btrf6SnqxlK_xq5S4h3wuZEVP5Gh3f9E7pVlDkuKNRWOfNjoRqCrtqJi9S2ACI3NseJ6yTi7k4cxeTWttTP8vIsYzZ6ZkwYAcnZFbJK9ssa3-wzug/w480-h640/IMG_9330.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We stopped at this small town for lunch. There's a beach club here, but it's just really loungers overlooking the lake. Almost all of the towns on the lake have a beach club you can stop at for lunch. Reserve in advance if you want to use the sun beds.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcKw2V0NJlCFIh74jluAo5SOwbVPJZgotDvXW3OAOT5jsT-Td7fddK8dNHFgDg32evZyAj3Q2kHfHTTZNxnvH59otRVRuBFly6Ep5aYrFWgSZ8s5qEjOvz1m_7Sa5sqaKz3t1-ixBX_oz1nffxGCVh1ur7-hjHxDLlqRmWRqS31SXqU60Kmpj43QGLA/s4032/IMG_9328.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcKw2V0NJlCFIh74jluAo5SOwbVPJZgotDvXW3OAOT5jsT-Td7fddK8dNHFgDg32evZyAj3Q2kHfHTTZNxnvH59otRVRuBFly6Ep5aYrFWgSZ8s5qEjOvz1m_7Sa5sqaKz3t1-ixBX_oz1nffxGCVh1ur7-hjHxDLlqRmWRqS31SXqU60Kmpj43QGLA/w640-h480/IMG_9328.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22qyh_czuu-_Al3ZLnGPum4qCOUSqDHCTwLIljyZgkuX7Vxuk-gR7_Dc6oTbmKcE6F93YPn06mmvZZiQig3kG0SlYGrOk4JT9cL7VJi9nRtip0-q6rNIITwN8Ee9_4Fz-gXZaL0v3RE0xPxqzhtfV95kL7f7Y7WApsKP1zeqOFfJGDcHwK-IWV1mORQ/s4032/IMG_9327.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22qyh_czuu-_Al3ZLnGPum4qCOUSqDHCTwLIljyZgkuX7Vxuk-gR7_Dc6oTbmKcE6F93YPn06mmvZZiQig3kG0SlYGrOk4JT9cL7VJi9nRtip0-q6rNIITwN8Ee9_4Fz-gXZaL0v3RE0xPxqzhtfV95kL7f7Y7WApsKP1zeqOFfJGDcHwK-IWV1mORQ/w640-h480/IMG_9327.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Oddly, we had the best Pina coladas ever here. They have a cream foam on top that's amazing. My husband had a limoncello spritzer. We were trying to get lunch reservations at <a href="https://www.villadeste.com/en/" target="_blank">Villa d'Este</a>. It's one of the most luxurious hotels in the world, but the restaurant isn't great about picking up their phone. This was such a nice lunch that I'm okay that it didn't work out. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs3VJ9saMe7u-37McrDwFVTFOJi_-g27hCrQo67ylKRrptBDAEufvHE195rU53dl_lMu__vjgIDVRNwSfb4Ty4I7vkzLykGr4U3jLxD7tg7soPv-q3yb6p9thZigHmGptMYfq24Bu7a0IGViWFIhVCMgOCIjrEpa5eGqgySKyc4uTREMU5arxoBwecsQ/s4032/IMG_9364.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs3VJ9saMe7u-37McrDwFVTFOJi_-g27hCrQo67ylKRrptBDAEufvHE195rU53dl_lMu__vjgIDVRNwSfb4Ty4I7vkzLykGr4U3jLxD7tg7soPv-q3yb6p9thZigHmGptMYfq24Bu7a0IGViWFIhVCMgOCIjrEpa5eGqgySKyc4uTREMU5arxoBwecsQ/w640-h480/IMG_9364.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>This was the most relaxing day we had on the trip after running from site to hotel to train since we landed in Venice. If you don't want to rent a boat you can go town to town via ferry. The beaches are rocky so we preferred the water, plus the scenery of the hills and homes are amazing from a boat. There are also other villas you can visit, but one was enough for me. We did everything on the itinerary except the lunch at Villa d'Este so the next day we moved on to Florence!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">SHOP THE POST</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4810778"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/c471bb5b9953edd9ac1a88b377f107a3382dc4ee/images/search/350.gif" onerror='this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."' style="width: 15px; height: 15px"><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. 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It's highlighted as "Italy 2022" in my profile information. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGyZTaji868NxftlZ7j7ZKSqQACaqsmX5EDxaoKZxiRIbKow2u_l7B6uZmMKxbPQDcdAsvtHoUvzggk9UUSoqYlz80QkVpkCCiUPURAGplg1unjNKVPfQr_8LJbPuijjHTtpSji_SYEbU12yOj_aGesJ_z6rZmFWE7IDwEhUA9LaJdD2RkJT9fFpAQVQ/s4032/Facetune_09-07-2022-12-24-32.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGyZTaji868NxftlZ7j7ZKSqQACaqsmX5EDxaoKZxiRIbKow2u_l7B6uZmMKxbPQDcdAsvtHoUvzggk9UUSoqYlz80QkVpkCCiUPURAGplg1unjNKVPfQr_8LJbPuijjHTtpSji_SYEbU12yOj_aGesJ_z6rZmFWE7IDwEhUA9LaJdD2RkJT9fFpAQVQ/w480-h640/Facetune_09-07-2022-12-24-32.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>This was our second trip to Italy. We re-visited some of our favorites and added a couple of new destinations. My husband and I traveled with another couple, which made it so much more fun. Neither of them had ever been to Europe so it was fun seeing it through their eyes. Our itinerary was Venice, Lake Como, Florence/Tuscany, Rome, Capri/Positano. Venice and Lake Como were new to us, and we absolutely loved both. </p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Venice</span></b></p><p>Our first stop was Venice, which we had never visited. We left it out of the last trip after hearing from many people it was not worth it. I still wanted to go there despite the negativity, but only planned two nights in case we didn't care for it. We absolutely loved it! It's a beautiful city. Two nights were perfect for our group with everything we wanted to see. Our sightseeing list included the Doge Palace, St. Mark's Basilica, The Rialto Bridge, The Grand Canal and a gondola ride.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We arrived by water taxi from the airport that we booked online about a month or two before our trip. You can also take a bus, which is less expensive. However, since we were traveling with another couple we were able to split the cost. It's also a great way to start off a vacation! We also took it to the train station when we left for our next leg of the trip to Lake Como.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0uUYtZxJFr9fleG5KRz6DIcGh6Dc7mSrf16g5opolVvwwCeKHMl5MDq4wsAErX0zVspnPxAxddYwU6p9ov4Rw2MpCmZZQQ3bZFNhncS8rtSs6tMc8jMxNuk9UbeCp27j_wbKfHqgIYQo9d5TEKU_gTeuoe_8Ocu0o1oHFPLKxURZNarMSWsHrFhRNPg/s4032/IMG_9347.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0uUYtZxJFr9fleG5KRz6DIcGh6Dc7mSrf16g5opolVvwwCeKHMl5MDq4wsAErX0zVspnPxAxddYwU6p9ov4Rw2MpCmZZQQ3bZFNhncS8rtSs6tMc8jMxNuk9UbeCp27j_wbKfHqgIYQo9d5TEKU_gTeuoe_8Ocu0o1oHFPLKxURZNarMSWsHrFhRNPg/w640-h480/IMG_9347.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc_F3cdc2TMkzY4fGjLMlchLZ-NsRJ7JcqrGtCJ8b5gKTU8-1vguUIK13hJP1hzcD0M3Cl4sUWW34a36snRC2COUZcNk5ec07vWHxB2VmBOFDAepvjqxb9JoL7L8FyLF9OSItWJbizLgmV6cgsERJNQQ6NuZuH1a5FXnQjtl1gG3V55kWa8cNLFIKZZg/s4032/IMG_9324.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc_F3cdc2TMkzY4fGjLMlchLZ-NsRJ7JcqrGtCJ8b5gKTU8-1vguUIK13hJP1hzcD0M3Cl4sUWW34a36snRC2COUZcNk5ec07vWHxB2VmBOFDAepvjqxb9JoL7L8FyLF9OSItWJbizLgmV6cgsERJNQQ6NuZuH1a5FXnQjtl1gG3V55kWa8cNLFIKZZg/w480-h640/IMG_9324.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's a great way to see the canals of Venice, too. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl53rqyehmBSyuEp3OLq36dkLLQCfvG1t0m067rXGyfW1U--Bf6YhDXa_SYQMiD2ylDRsbL4pFD9zI6OcpYzhK_3ts_7P-qtEUzeWpPE0oqaXLMbFgsa4hdQHZy6PklrKlG1KOss4AUhwLR9sEJgoDHT9oP-VaPkbbyzZKgbmb3zKEsu7pRWk05Pc20A/s4032/IMG_9133.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl53rqyehmBSyuEp3OLq36dkLLQCfvG1t0m067rXGyfW1U--Bf6YhDXa_SYQMiD2ylDRsbL4pFD9zI6OcpYzhK_3ts_7P-qtEUzeWpPE0oqaXLMbFgsa4hdQHZy6PklrKlG1KOss4AUhwLR9sEJgoDHT9oP-VaPkbbyzZKgbmb3zKEsu7pRWk05Pc20A/w480-h640/IMG_9133.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3bxtgU1GPq1o9m1NKUeu7QGjN4tf2GWzXy4YgPuIKK3rU7XaxzARPnptEQAj72B0JppiH5ABK7ipYRFI4WqsqkBrVWFJtgjs222WPww_ND7Y68fmZcjVU3Ubhhn9fOT8-ub-mU-Fi-VZWAWx93MtRGeAbh9bN1uZdv4g4IngUaOa1TCzgxSRWQhvgzQ/s4032/IMG_9134.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3bxtgU1GPq1o9m1NKUeu7QGjN4tf2GWzXy4YgPuIKK3rU7XaxzARPnptEQAj72B0JppiH5ABK7ipYRFI4WqsqkBrVWFJtgjs222WPww_ND7Y68fmZcjVU3Ubhhn9fOT8-ub-mU-Fi-VZWAWx93MtRGeAbh9bN1uZdv4g4IngUaOa1TCzgxSRWQhvgzQ/w480-h640/IMG_9134.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The boat dropped us off right at our hotel since it was on a canal. We stayed at <a href="https://www.donapalace.it/en/home-en/" target="_blank">Hotel Dona Palace</a>, which is right around the corner from St. Mark's Square where the Basilica and Doge Palace are located. It's a boutique mid-range hotel. In my opinion it's worth it to stay at a lesser hotel if it means getting a bigger room. Hotel rooms in Europe are notoriously small. Some of our showers were so tiny that I couldn't even shave in them so check those out as well. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our favorite part of the hotel was the patio on the canal. We enjoyed a drink there every night before and after dinner. Here is the view from our window. Breakfast is included, and we happened to be right around the corner from the buffet on the second floor. I always took a second cappuccino back to my room to finish getting ready for the day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7WANOil9MXvnYGh5I9rvcoGmMntGRxVB2GePG9ZoVXx0xpQnQCDAWJXr7vSXjaooeH1L4fEqorr2_SwabHN2tBOrweceFTyhpbqEWYNb6ATo7RMXwQBpgKTeRDNy1JTJOe2p9wLURWVX3qRzD0NZClXTGtVXy7cH1EFhvKoyZqwLdFUnapPmD0UPzOw/s4032/IMG_9212.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7WANOil9MXvnYGh5I9rvcoGmMntGRxVB2GePG9ZoVXx0xpQnQCDAWJXr7vSXjaooeH1L4fEqorr2_SwabHN2tBOrweceFTyhpbqEWYNb6ATo7RMXwQBpgKTeRDNy1JTJOe2p9wLURWVX3qRzD0NZClXTGtVXy7cH1EFhvKoyZqwLdFUnapPmD0UPzOw/w480-h640/IMG_9212.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgePTpBo97BCpCC_3AUQNdRy_QhObdiItRAIwAHT40CPOUyYCC25lRs3On_6xupL5fWWC6spCQPClidKlLdGKQ6ojuPrTqGQMZl_vL7rIfWU6FJGovsqt0_gfbTMeBCVV1O988YEmhtRlWpdoRRUENUe3ltYKzuSUcxG65cKnAf6QaM9sfhDfh1KAg1eg/s4032/IMG_9213.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgePTpBo97BCpCC_3AUQNdRy_QhObdiItRAIwAHT40CPOUyYCC25lRs3On_6xupL5fWWC6spCQPClidKlLdGKQ6ojuPrTqGQMZl_vL7rIfWU6FJGovsqt0_gfbTMeBCVV1O988YEmhtRlWpdoRRUENUe3ltYKzuSUcxG65cKnAf6QaM9sfhDfh1KAg1eg/w480-h640/IMG_9213.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our first night in Venice-We ate around the corner from the hotel at a highly rated, but inexpensive restaurant called <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187870-d3603071-Reviews-Rossopomodoro_Venezia_San_Marco-Venice_Veneto.html" target="_blank">Rossopomodoro</a>. We had a Caprese salad and a pizza, which was wonderful. They have a Naples style pizza that is considered the best. The house wine was also amazing. We laughed that we never got a bad glass of house wine then entire time we were in Italy. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uupjRb--3Pw9j5gCJiZ7YTvpj1TmQx_Llg7usgqbUql_jJQDJMnWLhxS8kmGbR-MeDy7csx6jCcEqaISzwQbBTrqHvmXgR-aPjOXm5jWH8S8GXXZX9JE_m-1HsvOCeM6Q3F1n-1p0z0C-OgIrIuSxGp-dw4_Z-HLb1eoM7vVo6CnOl-MLIrJQmGF0w/s4032/IMG_9151.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uupjRb--3Pw9j5gCJiZ7YTvpj1TmQx_Llg7usgqbUql_jJQDJMnWLhxS8kmGbR-MeDy7csx6jCcEqaISzwQbBTrqHvmXgR-aPjOXm5jWH8S8GXXZX9JE_m-1HsvOCeM6Q3F1n-1p0z0C-OgIrIuSxGp-dw4_Z-HLb1eoM7vVo6CnOl-MLIrJQmGF0w/w480-h640/IMG_9151.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Of course we had to check out St. Peter's Square since it was right around the corner. I have a video of it on my Instagram stories. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7d4bnfIFGzxgsZhANb-q-lfq_HQYLlx_9_Yn1jS_HyISXhfhuELm71MjeGsYrKXwPmZcP5ICmBp5LVd0V3i91uxINElZtl2xTEPKkKFVan4HePpR42XzjtGzbhIBvLZDwxDjdlf7PzuPbP8INV6JvjLveUCMTEQh7293c3hb2bKWxcNcvmS5lz2-D1Q/s2049/IMG_9143.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2049" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7d4bnfIFGzxgsZhANb-q-lfq_HQYLlx_9_Yn1jS_HyISXhfhuELm71MjeGsYrKXwPmZcP5ICmBp5LVd0V3i91uxINElZtl2xTEPKkKFVan4HePpR42XzjtGzbhIBvLZDwxDjdlf7PzuPbP8INV6JvjLveUCMTEQh7293c3hb2bKWxcNcvmS5lz2-D1Q/w480-h640/IMG_9143.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>We came back for a drink out on the patio and watched the gondolas go by. There's a video on my Instagram stories of it as well. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGS19GW5U7fq-KvEeLLETLHDw0avacRQZd_GkE3eTRymfgPx7rJ56AaaQq9udc6AB7jZ-vHXZmpyLtXqqCGVxPCIC_Mzw52pIQnQswUSSbdkPRF9blf9fPVedzoa0lWkRvZTykd6bD3_LuQYhcZBwDGT5s9QLaLsyC1f3K9Xzvj28xjtxwUdtA7eWYQw/s4032/IMG_9147.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGS19GW5U7fq-KvEeLLETLHDw0avacRQZd_GkE3eTRymfgPx7rJ56AaaQq9udc6AB7jZ-vHXZmpyLtXqqCGVxPCIC_Mzw52pIQnQswUSSbdkPRF9blf9fPVedzoa0lWkRvZTykd6bD3_LuQYhcZBwDGT5s9QLaLsyC1f3K9Xzvj28xjtxwUdtA7eWYQw/w480-h640/IMG_9147.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Restaurant tips:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">-Most restaurants open at 7pm in Italy. We're used to eating early so we always went as soon as they opened, which is perfect if you don't have reservations. The busiest times are between 8-9pm. Rossopomodoro is open all day so we could go as soon as we got there so we didn't fall asleep. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">-The restaurants on St. Mark's Square are more expensive, but great for people watching. We avoided them because there was no shade, and would have been uncomfortable in the sun. The side streets are shaded and much cooler. The weather was perfect in the shade, but could get hot in the sun. If you do go when it's cooler I would recommend <a href="https://www.caffeflorian.com/en/" target="_blank">Caffe Florian</a> for a light breakfast or snack. Another one we considered is <a href="https://alajmo.it/pages/homepage-grancaffe-quadri" target="_blank">Quadri</a>. Make reservations if there is an event in St. Mark's Square. There was a concert our second night, and a table without a reservation is impossible. Italian's love to say "it is impossible." </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">-There is a lot of fine dining in Venice. It was a little too highbrow for our taste with lots of black squid pasta and octopus. We were happier with pasta and pizza. Our plan was to visit the bars at the Aman, Hotel Daneli or Cipriani for the ambiance since the restaurant menus didn't appeal to us. Most of those places charge a small fortune for one drink, plus a cover charge. It's worth it to get a feel for luxury hotels without the four figure a night price tag, but keep in mind some of them require reservations for even the bar. We ended up skipping them because we loved our quiet little patio at the hotel so much. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Our first full day in Venice we got up early to see the Basilica, walk along the Grand Canal and tour the Doge Palace before lunch. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Doge Palace</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6O8C_vSBYlbI-xUVL9cMHTFm7jHfYNsClJcDydcBBAJfmZWAAz9sfbJ-rIqXtPJeZUUxiONe90CKvZ5vgAaYt88qYfERbTj9ohXc6-_u_bmLxrUUbieK2lDOUnyVRuh835ey21unTeZuaYLmMO1yPWlBNN38Fst_F10eyHOLswNhEbJJd1CbwdzPjBQ/s4032/IMG_9171.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6O8C_vSBYlbI-xUVL9cMHTFm7jHfYNsClJcDydcBBAJfmZWAAz9sfbJ-rIqXtPJeZUUxiONe90CKvZ5vgAaYt88qYfERbTj9ohXc6-_u_bmLxrUUbieK2lDOUnyVRuh835ey21unTeZuaYLmMO1yPWlBNN38Fst_F10eyHOLswNhEbJJd1CbwdzPjBQ/w480-h640/IMG_9171.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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In the afternoon we walked to the Rialto Bridge, took a tour of a museum that was included with our Doge Palace ticket and stopped for gelato. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja97SpbBzgNfnFHF40XfLqm-YFDXWeFoIAvDrzBFE3TEmvE6pXpW6DcAf042lPFBSMuwQdbSqF0efWjZG6ajliNNxOrMs-Nj7nWh7qlALukOq2Dba6IZ05TXJPA_hal45Nl4HQw-UHHTBOC5tD4oKUU6-sdYv1_TwaNgIxSlerAckm591Ieg5eo8GoZw/s4032/IMG_9187.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja97SpbBzgNfnFHF40XfLqm-YFDXWeFoIAvDrzBFE3TEmvE6pXpW6DcAf042lPFBSMuwQdbSqF0efWjZG6ajliNNxOrMs-Nj7nWh7qlALukOq2Dba6IZ05TXJPA_hal45Nl4HQw-UHHTBOC5tD4oKUU6-sdYv1_TwaNgIxSlerAckm591Ieg5eo8GoZw/w480-h640/IMG_9187.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPi4YjwD_G8Htarl9qVfoPATE8dVHfiiVsJFhtOxba7i069L6oYlDCp6Rzcb5BZ9IRFa9FBbZd4shrALoZYpGlsZ7bZ4PI8kbNDBETbPiYOSuSO6BcPi3i4T0SwLyl5EJZ8cp4KsgIykQwo0vHzYDcaKOsx7Own_fxyN-7t6K7qJUy246Pc19IWWzfPw/s3303/IMG_9190.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3303" data-original-width="2477" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPi4YjwD_G8Htarl9qVfoPATE8dVHfiiVsJFhtOxba7i069L6oYlDCp6Rzcb5BZ9IRFa9FBbZd4shrALoZYpGlsZ7bZ4PI8kbNDBETbPiYOSuSO6BcPi3i4T0SwLyl5EJZ8cp4KsgIykQwo0vHzYDcaKOsx7Own_fxyN-7t6K7qJUy246Pc19IWWzfPw/w480-h640/IMG_9190.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p>Before dinner we hopped on a gondola ride. There are many areas you can get on a gondola ride, but we chose a smaller canal behind St. Mark's Square. We were all nervous about the choppy waters on the Grand Canal. It costs 90 euros for a 30 minute ride at sunset that we split between the four of us. Talk to your guide first to see if they offer commentary or singing. It's all the same price. I've heard some people say gondola rides aren't worth the cost, but I have to strongly disagree. 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It was a full day, but we took a couple of breaks at the hotel after lunch and before dinner. It's nice to have that option since we were so close to everything. If you are interested in touring other islands, such as Murano, you would definitely need another day or two. </p><p>The next morning we were a little sad to leave such a beautiful place, but since we saw everything we wanted to see it was time to move on to Lake Como. </p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">SHOP THE POST</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div><div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4808406"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/c471bb5b9953edd9ac1a88b377f107a3382dc4ee/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. 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FYI, I'm 5'3 and a half. I paired it with my Amazon earrings that are a dupe for a much more expensive pair that are so popular right now. My husband isn't a fan of these because of the size, but I love them!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHrKLxHfLpvyfs8sJhs9KWDS2QR5F9sBUKPQq1dAdWaQrx59Q0sjPDXEOczW5BLduHV_Y1ksgyFGQntG6Ov9-KYH5l9CipMTkf9UXNk1reIMQqzNh397X5mTHnklNU9Q1CBP_6YoqB-KlMXcUDh_wfB65AIWOEdbKwylIpf5T3xqFp8mltxtaTXVzYmw/s4032/IMG_8823.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHrKLxHfLpvyfs8sJhs9KWDS2QR5F9sBUKPQq1dAdWaQrx59Q0sjPDXEOczW5BLduHV_Y1ksgyFGQntG6Ov9-KYH5l9CipMTkf9UXNk1reIMQqzNh397X5mTHnklNU9Q1CBP_6YoqB-KlMXcUDh_wfB65AIWOEdbKwylIpf5T3xqFp8mltxtaTXVzYmw/w480-h640/IMG_8823.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">SHOP</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Have a great weekend!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-35156141612365892942022-05-20T20:30:00.007-05:002022-05-20T20:34:46.726-05:00Instagram Fashion Roundup<p>Have you been following my fashion posts on Instagram or the LTK app? It's a bit different from my usual design and home decor, but I get excited about clothes shopping for a new season. I've done several fashion posts here, but these are outfits I only featured on Instagram or the LTK app until now. </p><p>I wore this dress in France last summer. I'll be taking it with me on vacation this summer too. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHGUlCMTnyAt6nACoTA72OBEWnjemLVy8CrsLQ-xdj374Hmo7nTfRTgIFWkKK-WlZvJB-xFctaEpnYApVaO9fhQ2kNknlozHiQRla7ztWfSjA6HGsCqyU5MVWVxtmv-Gsh3Dv2EqJyLqxWejRHO6BI3dogZifaToeErYWT9yWVi3_doCqk5zch2zwf1g/s1621/A719180E-5F00-4794-A4E8-FDB3DFE9AD54.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1621" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHGUlCMTnyAt6nACoTA72OBEWnjemLVy8CrsLQ-xdj374Hmo7nTfRTgIFWkKK-WlZvJB-xFctaEpnYApVaO9fhQ2kNknlozHiQRla7ztWfSjA6HGsCqyU5MVWVxtmv-Gsh3Dv2EqJyLqxWejRHO6BI3dogZifaToeErYWT9yWVi3_doCqk5zch2zwf1g/w568-h640/A719180E-5F00-4794-A4E8-FDB3DFE9AD54.jpg" width="568" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>I just bought this dress a couple of weeks ago. It's the perfect day to evening dress. You can wear it to the grocery store and then out to dinner that night. <div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWelcwLN6LnJ06N_Yv7Iq9i6mk7WppLAq2Oe3GK6OxfH-e7-zfjpoo_Pb3wDez_9MFfncTUI2bM57nLNBmEEqLFNYdxULcHr8jOX5rdZDdYEjx9nQDVEta6fAAobdztRH2OltWZgLpMEJSY2__Na4JJ7sgZtV27sQ8FaM8zi-g3hd9ZGMvsiDMylGo0Q/s2282/4BAB210E-1146-4175-AED6-7A9BD040E1CB.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWelcwLN6LnJ06N_Yv7Iq9i6mk7WppLAq2Oe3GK6OxfH-e7-zfjpoo_Pb3wDez_9MFfncTUI2bM57nLNBmEEqLFNYdxULcHr8jOX5rdZDdYEjx9nQDVEta6fAAobdztRH2OltWZgLpMEJSY2__Na4JJ7sgZtV27sQ8FaM8zi-g3hd9ZGMvsiDMylGo0Q/w360-h640/4BAB210E-1146-4175-AED6-7A9BD040E1CB.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>I threw this outfit together for a country concert we attended a few weeks ago. I bought the white cowboy boots for the Houston rodeo in February and wasn't sure I would wear them again. I find any excuse to wear them now.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbdJ5BrWA_em5DjFXkTwdCLZ_jWErZ4oHsk4l4iwg_2wglVfER3aHkji6IIDctI81llY3GpYVLkGQHJDM-LEGSlV4x4K5_iy7grjjBtT5IlkBfkK9mh_Y4H7V4GnArE5funXsVEwsQljDa1wZE6cj4rtrOfel427mTRU_HDf-FUszT_BwuaA3GpbxYQ/s2200/IMG_8269.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2200" data-original-width="1020" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDbdJ5BrWA_em5DjFXkTwdCLZ_jWErZ4oHsk4l4iwg_2wglVfER3aHkji6IIDctI81llY3GpYVLkGQHJDM-LEGSlV4x4K5_iy7grjjBtT5IlkBfkK9mh_Y4H7V4GnArE5funXsVEwsQljDa1wZE6cj4rtrOfel427mTRU_HDf-FUszT_BwuaA3GpbxYQ/w296-h640/IMG_8269.PNG" width="296" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Summer uniform-cutoffs and a cotton tank top</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdzwJAqjnitCvTysr90O88fPVSHkU9tWM7ZP2Apb4R86xoSZsGRB_n2XCx57X4hZehm1Lhc8NLs8hw2SxtI5jBCc_Cdjyvbl4d4bFBlcs-MABHp2zd00VsONeS30D9tTNYvAcKtjNfI6z353vtK-MukIu9CD_HADWQLj0J_cKEfu93djF_kI0C9Qwgg/s2124/IMG_8087.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2124" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVdzwJAqjnitCvTysr90O88fPVSHkU9tWM7ZP2Apb4R86xoSZsGRB_n2XCx57X4hZehm1Lhc8NLs8hw2SxtI5jBCc_Cdjyvbl4d4bFBlcs-MABHp2zd00VsONeS30D9tTNYvAcKtjNfI6z353vtK-MukIu9CD_HADWQLj0J_cKEfu93djF_kI0C9Qwgg/w386-h640/IMG_8087.PNG" width="386" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7MF3RtY8FZyM7dbOibKFiKEty_mUmAfltaSngnVxGtnRYEkhCyTapt1EmomfPIvp2U57iEiO0Lafd1eDDnNuqQn0fvIIqLs1otgYR-fQ2PXu2bQtDdehSij1gz9jR-oacBQfM0AjaZ5uchNdEqyDidATzcSvMr4fS_xsVsSBM_X-e6YPUkVo_Ey9b6A/s4032/IMG_8059.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7MF3RtY8FZyM7dbOibKFiKEty_mUmAfltaSngnVxGtnRYEkhCyTapt1EmomfPIvp2U57iEiO0Lafd1eDDnNuqQn0fvIIqLs1otgYR-fQ2PXu2bQtDdehSij1gz9jR-oacBQfM0AjaZ5uchNdEqyDidATzcSvMr4fS_xsVsSBM_X-e6YPUkVo_Ey9b6A/w480-h640/IMG_8059.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of my favorite outfits I've bought! This two piece set is so cute. I sized down in the shorts, and found that most reviewers agree it runs big. The top is true to size. The gladiator sandals are also popular this year, but not tied all the way up the leg like we saw several years ago.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5CzE54UcgiAVwbIx3z72Vals5n8wYSg7uPZWoEwwYI7rmir6RAxm5C7IGlZ48QLbHMSNnMP3ZFJkJv3iIHyVMX7qyQxp1q_pVK4MrkizhYigL54KDFWb-LXhY7DCFlsBGQo-2v4vZ2EwjWqk1EyT5Z9pv35zW9XXkmqkWBRVHbSLxodMtSAixFR83lA/s2282/C15E0DF8-07E7-441B-AAA4-C8C30E951BE0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5CzE54UcgiAVwbIx3z72Vals5n8wYSg7uPZWoEwwYI7rmir6RAxm5C7IGlZ48QLbHMSNnMP3ZFJkJv3iIHyVMX7qyQxp1q_pVK4MrkizhYigL54KDFWb-LXhY7DCFlsBGQo-2v4vZ2EwjWqk1EyT5Z9pv35zW9XXkmqkWBRVHbSLxodMtSAixFR83lA/w360-h640/C15E0DF8-07E7-441B-AAA4-C8C30E951BE0.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have more fashion coming soon!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">SHOP</div><br /><p><br /></p></div>
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I've never had it before, but will make sure we order it when it's on the menu from now on. The restaurant itself was beautiful. Check out the chandelier in the lobby!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRUAVsrQ9OcsFxKjwqhQEuZqIdoEDQu4UhKwlDNAILQ0L6IUdPfxgkESum5FhXXue9kqF95PLOTyWXhzUw-JdJQby9peny5iNmlI0q3_faMCyPrROLIpfoEVPTEz-WF7Xqc1fJEzVqiD_Zmk6pbX_9IX7jnroNDbidHXmvuY5P_TaoKldZ9_QWKO4-eg/s4032/Facetune_14-05-2022-19-27-34.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRUAVsrQ9OcsFxKjwqhQEuZqIdoEDQu4UhKwlDNAILQ0L6IUdPfxgkESum5FhXXue9kqF95PLOTyWXhzUw-JdJQby9peny5iNmlI0q3_faMCyPrROLIpfoEVPTEz-WF7Xqc1fJEzVqiD_Zmk6pbX_9IX7jnroNDbidHXmvuY5P_TaoKldZ9_QWKO4-eg/w480-h640/Facetune_14-05-2022-19-27-34.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was excited to have a reason to wear this two-piece outfit I posted about a few weeks ago. I knew it was special the minute I saw it on the website. It's still available, but sold out of many sizes. Hopefully, they restock it since it went so fast.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC9G81kLioNT0WuHt3sslo7IyfKJ8EtEN2VWcExEw5y0GRMEq0nmXgyAi5uFlGxzhncEZclcK99_0TudNILH8uEvlSVfJ6QZrQdJvr9eEokMTE2ev0Uq4a-fbuILl62Uju7ddWBWR3ySt1l-OTq-y8NZTooPj8Zqp72CX9mgoPc4q4-OGpxWSJSsc3vQ/s2282/Facetune_14-05-2022-16-14-29.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC9G81kLioNT0WuHt3sslo7IyfKJ8EtEN2VWcExEw5y0GRMEq0nmXgyAi5uFlGxzhncEZclcK99_0TudNILH8uEvlSVfJ6QZrQdJvr9eEokMTE2ev0Uq4a-fbuILl62Uju7ddWBWR3ySt1l-OTq-y8NZTooPj8Zqp72CX9mgoPc4q4-OGpxWSJSsc3vQ/w360-h640/Facetune_14-05-2022-16-14-29.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I already had the bag and shoes (my favorite), but needed a pair of earrings to go with it.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjljlZYvZoAuJmxbHohrok1XzFNQwZf63AzvPn6Ym57j2vt4hXO_9ociVg8o2XPcoPwI7R_9jZDfsDOCD1vuzZIknZ9D_tYdM6A7Vhj5JrYFdGL5z7ZuHg_iy97Xrj03rCakC53G9ZFESaKN85gP0LcsQY8dhdgu6WlP0cQk_C6gdqC_6Eca3IUi2VUIA/s2282/A3C7B273-D6C3-4CB8-BD22-9E07C58E7095.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjljlZYvZoAuJmxbHohrok1XzFNQwZf63AzvPn6Ym57j2vt4hXO_9ociVg8o2XPcoPwI7R_9jZDfsDOCD1vuzZIknZ9D_tYdM6A7Vhj5JrYFdGL5z7ZuHg_iy97Xrj03rCakC53G9ZFESaKN85gP0LcsQY8dhdgu6WlP0cQk_C6gdqC_6Eca3IUi2VUIA/w360-h640/A3C7B273-D6C3-4CB8-BD22-9E07C58E7095.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I had my eye on a pair of designer earrings that were a little too pricey for something so trendy, but ended up finding almost the exact pair for less than $14 on Amazon!<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitEapxRb-cPlq8xOI00alPraeqOAG2CiOxVYXCHdFe13INKJWU798Z1bZMup3JP47Gsgy4XgcRw7dRrMLuRl45GdGY8sB_AV-ooVZqOl42BahfJbk9w40BWqy80aPCN59GUfkDB14icsS6YqzttzzrSNN02I78Ahn42Lx59thwV4oqkAVkvlB9QQN3KQ/s2124/IMG_8528.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2124" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitEapxRb-cPlq8xOI00alPraeqOAG2CiOxVYXCHdFe13INKJWU798Z1bZMup3JP47Gsgy4XgcRw7dRrMLuRl45GdGY8sB_AV-ooVZqOl42BahfJbk9w40BWqy80aPCN59GUfkDB14icsS6YqzttzzrSNN02I78Ahn42Lx59thwV4oqkAVkvlB9QQN3KQ/w386-h640/IMG_8528.PNG" width="386" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>You can find more of my favorite finds by following me on the LTK app!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">SHOP</div><br /><p><br /></p></div>
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It was absolutely wonderful!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14Abu-MF6gMXUb2PsQNYlehJKhzBavuMM53YY3JzdLeromYmVuT6h8x8dKwsXTnEerr3fKqhmjmaVqxi5dVxnAQO7pXvXRxtzrM-MTrgMyTWTtpMMTafjpVMMgmXdOZkpcZ9GHJXAPqiFc43YP0VfB-bbcqnheHsIVg2LBGwKVs3-39ogSwJHpg6xEw/s1791/91C4FDC5-49B0-48DC-82A5-73EF818F4CE5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1791" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj14Abu-MF6gMXUb2PsQNYlehJKhzBavuMM53YY3JzdLeromYmVuT6h8x8dKwsXTnEerr3fKqhmjmaVqxi5dVxnAQO7pXvXRxtzrM-MTrgMyTWTtpMMTafjpVMMgmXdOZkpcZ9GHJXAPqiFc43YP0VfB-bbcqnheHsIVg2LBGwKVs3-39ogSwJHpg6xEw/w514-h640/91C4FDC5-49B0-48DC-82A5-73EF818F4CE5.jpg" width="514" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Can you believe how big the kids have gotten? I'm just under 5'4, but they make me look tiny. They made me cards and took a photo with me. That's all I wanted so I made it clear about 100 times in advance lol. It still took a village to make it happen!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh54l_27XRpFRf7qJWmd4Kcy6liXqn10cPJE0KmdlajS4goKi5jNAllEKh7hyAhJEiIAyvSjdPzutg4m_X4y_Ye03UHQBXivOdSI9p06RNvIaRkU0vgxsJy3Hetu-JsW47b2Rrvhpdy9TRHNZEA_nVpoXiahCfWN8qfhMydG62uGRS83PEYb3sjQy2ntA/s2548/Facetune_08-05-2022-11-14-30.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2548" data-original-width="1911" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh54l_27XRpFRf7qJWmd4Kcy6liXqn10cPJE0KmdlajS4goKi5jNAllEKh7hyAhJEiIAyvSjdPzutg4m_X4y_Ye03UHQBXivOdSI9p06RNvIaRkU0vgxsJy3Hetu-JsW47b2Rrvhpdy9TRHNZEA_nVpoXiahCfWN8qfhMydG62uGRS83PEYb3sjQy2ntA/w480-h640/Facetune_08-05-2022-11-14-30.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A photo with my mom. I can always count on her to dress up with me. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbeJ9O5XrVFA_u_uoBvi-eTBarPLQuaLqsRPqORfM_DkeXJAsMkXSvcZ0Ri5jZrnos8KzWC1nkXTJhbNRGiluiSSHBwrb8pj_RtbQx4pXHd0pY-xWd5lDlEU3DaPHJTamqDzcJt2jKwihHL0awVHNpS3WVycKl2ueBthgwG4HTQZMF3Bzl4WYqeiZeUQ/s2282/1CF63626-19DA-4021-BC35-1E4106FD4AFC.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2282" data-original-width="1284" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbeJ9O5XrVFA_u_uoBvi-eTBarPLQuaLqsRPqORfM_DkeXJAsMkXSvcZ0Ri5jZrnos8KzWC1nkXTJhbNRGiluiSSHBwrb8pj_RtbQx4pXHd0pY-xWd5lDlEU3DaPHJTamqDzcJt2jKwihHL0awVHNpS3WVycKl2ueBthgwG4HTQZMF3Bzl4WYqeiZeUQ/w360-h640/1CF63626-19DA-4021-BC35-1E4106FD4AFC.jpg" width="360" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My husband made a fantastic brunch!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaIpDLdPLdKCyM9MXucWLqdMxHoAX5q8M5pR--NswnXIT4l4n5Tb3m168h8gbEc9bYlmSB0KhY8E3ovdtfZWVShk0Z4OqHX6qNc27hzDm1nW2fSNH94qPOTFMDyzPeolFqOkLIIjoWFG7Mj5yDw_Z3p-_uAAPlxKdj43bPuS-tSwTlpGGthHbt2Z3B_w/s1799/DE734B6C-F594-488B-B61E-48D925211A82.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1799" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaIpDLdPLdKCyM9MXucWLqdMxHoAX5q8M5pR--NswnXIT4l4n5Tb3m168h8gbEc9bYlmSB0KhY8E3ovdtfZWVShk0Z4OqHX6qNc27hzDm1nW2fSNH94qPOTFMDyzPeolFqOkLIIjoWFG7Mj5yDw_Z3p-_uAAPlxKdj43bPuS-tSwTlpGGthHbt2Z3B_w/w512-h640/DE734B6C-F594-488B-B61E-48D925211A82.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My dress is actually a swimsuit coverup, but isn't sheer so it can be worn as a dress. I've found the fabric is perfect for hot weather days. It also washes well. I've linked this one and newer items from the same brand below. I'm planning on buying more for our trip this summer!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">SHOP</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>
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<p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;">It made me realize many of you may be looking for spring pillows. I rounded up my favorites from Etsy that can be customized to different sizes. Most of them come in different colorways as well. </span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1bit9HWTETwqh8nowHJCEx3rbKx4qs0Pp2VlxgYcEreVVq_EuIbp-eoYrwv4gRX6flcdvB60v41NkWA2FTMzHNqEix2FnuS5MJJdHu9a6aRvF-aZVLxOS40UI8YBTzNVt14UNYc1EPLdrCVjosE231YoACKY3QvTq8O7HXGj7Fyn30nPtxTM_fu5_wg/s1080/savingPNG.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1bit9HWTETwqh8nowHJCEx3rbKx4qs0Pp2VlxgYcEreVVq_EuIbp-eoYrwv4gRX6flcdvB60v41NkWA2FTMzHNqEix2FnuS5MJJdHu9a6aRvF-aZVLxOS40UI8YBTzNVt14UNYc1EPLdrCVjosE231YoACKY3QvTq8O7HXGj7Fyn30nPtxTM_fu5_wg/w640-h640/savingPNG.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">SHOP</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>
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<div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4749361"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/1061cd9a0dbaecdb29045c6d6a376081a613f4bc/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.</noscript></div></div>Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13266593067076004418noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436873498142645232.post-72135303385140895762022-04-21T11:17:00.000-05:002022-04-21T11:17:14.615-05:00Macy's Friends and Family Sale<p><span style="font-family: arial;">Save 30% on most items and 15% off beauty at Macy's Friends and Family Sale! I've linked my favorite picks. I own almost all of these, or have had my eye on them. It's good time to stock up on beauty products and shop for Mother's Day. </span></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Fashion & Beauty</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiEPLjg4JB5Ci2WNxC3IWx99R6a40CBZ9KbN8AlaWGn0Hf1Ukk_4YHLzQsqcx6K1tsnwXeHOwkSMFlVbE4ZjH7g6MIpd0n_cf4h2wtxqEeDCy0vWLrH7H3f3XO34qSJ-iw9AWVGao_WgBm5weGw5LxsMjTnkjsybI2WQIpxwj1NcDHceuNJLP24g6gmQ/s1284/IMG_8174.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1274" data-original-width="1284" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiEPLjg4JB5Ci2WNxC3IWx99R6a40CBZ9KbN8AlaWGn0Hf1Ukk_4YHLzQsqcx6K1tsnwXeHOwkSMFlVbE4ZjH7g6MIpd0n_cf4h2wtxqEeDCy0vWLrH7H3f3XO34qSJ-iw9AWVGao_WgBm5weGw5LxsMjTnkjsybI2WQIpxwj1NcDHceuNJLP24g6gmQ/w640-h636/IMG_8174.PNG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">I have two pair of these denim shorts, including this Luxor color. I've also linked my favorite brand of sleepwear. It's beautiful and washes so well. Tom Ford makes my favorite perfumes. The Soleil Blanc is perfect for summer. Strappy sandals are so trendy right now, and I like this low heel. I have a similar leather skirt and wear it all year around. </span></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Home Favorites</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRMYWSwhQMF-owoISipphPNKiXskq6TDnXk_tyXmXzK2VY8Hkr89GPd_86oU91lTfmb5Jq-9zRzj8iCjlhbZ7w84JBv6qGW2WqkKP4NAlU6nkMlxYb0Cf5qH14TM3DiwIVHeuW5251zpVHu8MhWPdb06nuOUYs2KHeE3izoL5nX0NIDc3UH6qCEGXuqQ/s1284/IMG_8175.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1271" data-original-width="1284" height="634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRMYWSwhQMF-owoISipphPNKiXskq6TDnXk_tyXmXzK2VY8Hkr89GPd_86oU91lTfmb5Jq-9zRzj8iCjlhbZ7w84JBv6qGW2WqkKP4NAlU6nkMlxYb0Cf5qH14TM3DiwIVHeuW5251zpVHu8MhWPdb06nuOUYs2KHeE3izoL5nX0NIDc3UH6qCEGXuqQ/w640-h634/IMG_8175.PNG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: arial;">My media room sectional and bedding is on sale. I've also bought this pan fry set twice because we use it multiple times a day. I've had my eye on this trivet every time I go into Macy's. I also planned to buy this set of luggage for an upcoming trip this summer, but our friends that are traveling with us beat me to it. I'm going to have to get it in another color so we don't get our bags confused. Buy an inexpensive clear luggage protector from Amazon to keep the light colors from getting scratched!</span></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">SHOP</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p><br /></p>
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