LIFE LATELY: I'M BAAAAAAAAAAACK

Oy. Worst blogger award goes to....ME. Partially for ignoring you all for a while, partially for missing my own blogiversary. OOPS. How have I been blogging for 4 years? I'll get a nostalgic post up on here soon about the last 4 years (blah blah blah) but for now, here's what I've been up to:

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1. Fall camping! Last weekend Michael and I went up to camp in Door County, and then went to the Packers vs Rams game at Lambeau. Camping was ridiculously awesome, and the game was just as great. If you're headed to Door County in the near future and are looking for recommendations, shoot me an email (beautyandbeard (at) gmail (dot) com)- I'd love to send some ideas your way!

2. Sparkly Jewels: I've still got my Rocksbox subscription going on- and it has been awesome to see how many of you have been trying it out as well. (For free with code beautyandbeardxoxo!). If you still have questions, I'm always happy to answer how the service works- there's no need to feel dumb to ask- I'm a little wary of subscription services myself, so I totally don't blame you. Just shoot an email to the address mentioned above! If you are ready to try your first month FO FREE, just go to rocksbox.com and use code "beautyandbeardxoxo" 

3. #LPWallCrawl: I love following Studio DIY on her wall crawl series, so I decided to start my own series on Instagram-- follow along here: #LPWallCrawl

4. The Shopbop Friends & Family sale is my JAM. Shopbop rarely does sales, and this one only comes around twice a year. 25% off almost everything! Winning.

5. Four Fall Recipes: Fall means it's time for some recipes that make you feel extra cozy and warm. Some of my favorite repeats are: Ranch Pumpkin Seeds // Quinoa Stuffed Red Peppers // Aged White Cheddar Mac & Cheese // Spicy Red Pepper Pasta

What has been new with you my dears?

Tell me what's been going on!

xo, lp

The BIG Sale: SHOPBOP FRIENDS & FAMILY 25% OFF SALE!

There are some retailers that have sales ALL the time- and Friends & Family ends up not meaning anything, because well..when you have it 8 times a year, it loses it's impressiveness!

Shopbop only has this sale a couple times a year- so if there's been something you've had your eye on, NOW is the time to get it.

The sale is on April 7th (now!) until April 10th at 4am EST- so get shopping!

(brand exclusions do apply!)

The Friends & Family sale has always been the time when I've bought my big ticket items like my Michael Kors Watch, as well as items that aren't as expensive- but I've been too cheap to pull the trigger on, like Rifle Paper Co stationery. This time around I think it might be time for some Tretorn boots or a new purse!

Since it's tax-return season, it's the best time to treat yo'self to something NEW for spring! Here's a guide to the best things (in my opinion) to snatch up during the sale:

A new case for your cell phone ... or a new watch if you're trying to rely on your phone less.

A new big wallet to store all your cash ... or something smaller if your tax refund wasn't so great.

Classic Sam Edelman Flats if you've got some sun ... or Tretorn Boots if you're stuck in April Showers.

A bright bag to say "Spring is heeeeere" in an Oprah voice ... or one in a basic color if you're more practical like I am. 

What are you going to grab for yourself during this sale?

Remember, it only happens a couple times a year, so don't wait!

xo, lp