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Hats Off to Summer

August 24, 2017 by Emily 2 Comments

I started getting the late-summer scaries when I spotted Pumpkin Cheerios at the supermarket last week. The Halloween candy was on a top shelf out of reach, but make no mistake, it was there. No sign of PSL yet, but it’s only a matter of days.

The real flag though? MJF’s fantasy football draft. Happening right now. It might as well be November.

And so, we make the most of what’s left. The end-of-summer sales. Less crowded beaches. Two-for-one rosé deals. Last call for clam strip rolls, tan lines, and low key indecent dresses.

Striped Midi Dress {similar 1; 2; 3} | Packable Bow Sunhat | Soludos Lace-Up Espadrille Wedge {on sale!} | Shop some Nantucket Basket Purses here

You-need-that-dress encouragement credit goes to squad members Amanda Kelly Alaina and ECS among others. I love it a crapload even if a women in a convenient store asked me if I was expecting upon its maiden voyage.

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Bunkin’ in Kennebunkport

August 18, 2017 by Emily 1 Comment

This is a true Throwback Thursday because wowowow I cannot BELIEVE this trip was four months ago already! TB-perfectly-H, it’s been a real crap summer, so I’m trying to do the big-girl thing and reflect on all the fun that went down,* namely, our second wedding anniversary trip to Kennebunkport, Maine.

In standard Fanning fashion, we planned a trip for the shoulder season, late April to be exact. Businesses were just opening for the spring {three cheers for those who stay open year-round}, and the room rates were clutch.

Minus an incredible sunset, the weather was fifty shades of gray, so photos aren’t doing this sweet harbor town justice. Hopefully this briefing will.

[ stay ]

The Kennebunkport Inn // Part of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, the Kennebunkport Inn is New England charm at its finest {how many times have I claimed that?}. I would have been perfectly happy sitting between our sweet room, cozy lounges, and the perfectly situated outdoor deck all weekend. This is the kind of hotel that almost makes you wish for some rain clouds.

The Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club // Updated August 2018 – click here to read about my stay at the YHMC!

[ play ]

Snug Harbor Farm // #abmplantlady on CRACK. This place is downright magical, and more than worth the few minutes’ drive out of town. Greenhouses! Succulents! Chickens! Someone please get married in this magical enchanting garden farm and don’t forget my invitation.

[ shop ]

Farm + Table // Find the creators, makers, shakers in this stunning shop filled with gems from all across the country. Cannot W8 to show you what we picked up for our home!!!

Antiques on Nine // A MASSIVE treasure chest, filled with goodies old and new.

[ eat ]

Mabel’s Lobster Claw // They say this is where you’ll find Bush Senior’s favorite lobster roll, and that his secret service team will still come by to pick up takeout!

David’s KPT // Do. Not. Miss. happy hour on the deck here. No reservations, so plan accordingly kiddos.
Updated August 2018: David’s is now The Boathouse – read my review here!

The Burleigh // Right inside the Kennebunkport Inn, tapas with a side of live music at The Burleigh were a perfect welcome.

Boulangerie // I met up with darling Jackie at this sweet bakery, over the river in Kennebunk. Take note, though:: They wrap up at noon on Sundays & are closed on Mondays!

Rococo Ice Cream // Goat Cheese Blackberry Chambord. Maine Whoopie Pie. Olive Oil Rosemary Caramel. I would one-hundred percent return to KPT just so I could try another of these whacky handcrafted flavors.

Honorary Mention:: Roma Pizza // MJF and I had full intentions of going out for a nice dinner on our last night, but rosé in hand, we couldn’t bear to get up from the deck at our inn. When 8:45 hit and we still hadn’t eater, Roma Pizza came to the rescue. And it was so. worth. it.

Till next time, Maineiacs.

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An Itz Spritz Par-tea

August 11, 2017 by Emily 3 Comments

It will come as no surprise to many of you that I’m a bit of an anglophile. I worship the ground Kate Middleton walks on, have similar feelings for Bridget Jones, Emma Thompson, & Hermione Granger, binge watch The Great British Baking Show, melt at English accents (no matter what the teeth look like), sign off everything with cheers, and believe tea time really shouldn’t have become a thing of the past post 1776.

Then recently, Provincetown’s Tea Dance rage party was brought to my attention. Now I’m struggling to find much on the origins of this, but I’m going to go out a limb and assume its 4pm start time HAS to be a reference to tea time, no?

(Plz comment below if you are ITK about this!!)

Either way, it planted the idea of a grown up tea party in my mind. Here’s how I went about hosting one::

Bevvies //
First cliché thought? Serve Twisted Tea or sweet tea vodka cocktails. But like, this isn’t me in my dorm room circa 2009.

Then I found Itz Spritz, and its lightly sparkling sophisticated flavors turned on a switch. Cucumber Lime? Elderflower Citrus? Golden Pear? Pass the cream cheese & cuc sandwiches please.

This new alcohol spritzer is gluten-free, all natural, and has only five ingredients. Didn’t we learn in health class once that you should only be eating food with five ingredients or less? These are basically nutritional*

Pop these cute cans on a few saucers and things are lookin’ uppppscale. Which leads me to…

Decor //
This copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland served up a welcome dose of inspiration. Illustrated by Anna Rifle Bond, Rifle Paper Co. was just BEGGING to be included on this whimsy tablescape. Seemed like the perfect excuse to add some Botanical Garlands and floral drink coasters to my cart if you ask me.

Litter the table with a dash of rustic {these old books and burlap runners are left over from our wedding!} and some mismatched teacups for a Pinterest-ready look. Now where are the flower crowns?

Sweets //
Newsflash:: I still can’t bake. So I put my sweet ~~baby~~ brother to work with a boozy spice cake {adult tea party in the works – remember!}, with my grocery-store-floral arranging skills comin’ in hot. Scones are so 1900s.

With just the lightest, most refreshing amount of sweetness, Itz Spritz allowed room for that second piece of cake.

For more than its yummy taste, I’m excited to keep my fridge stocked with Itz Spritz because I love the story:: Girl boss Kate Sturdevant can’t find an all-natural, great tasting go-to drink that still satisfies the craving, so she creates her own! #thefutureisfemale

Well, I’m off to catch up on Downton. Cheers and cheerio chaps!!

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*This is an attempt at humor and not endorsed by a nutritionist

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Full disclosure: This post was created in partnership with Itz Spritz. Thank you for supporting the brands that support shell chic’d!

10 Sales That Don’t Rhyme With Boredstrum

July 26, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

Off the Shoulder Aimee Top | Romina Wicker Crossbody

I thought about naming this “Why I’m Boycotting the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale” as clickbait but decided that was borderline rude 🙃

I’ve got nothing against it – it’s jam packed with darn deep discounts y’all – but I think the surplus of #ltk posts is clouding our vision and we’ve forgotten that July 25 = just about everyone and their mom too are having a sale.

So here! I’ve rounded up a few other deals & steals that have been tempting my wallet. Can you tell I’m never letting go of summer?

{click images to shop; view on desktop for optimal shopping experience}

Also of note //
25% off all Urban Outfitters Home
Extra 30% off all Anthropologie sale
Additional 20% off Lord & Taylor Clearance

And if you’re on the Cape/Boston/Martha’s Vineyard, we’re in the midst of our Mid-Summer Sale at Shift & in the pink too!

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Kickin’ It in Keds

July 12, 2017 by Emily 5 Comments

Life lately has been a blur of ferry rides, bebe nieces, seaweed printed dresses, and Anna’s burritos. Because we’re too busy and it’s too hot to cook anything else.

No but. Really. I had to just scroll through my camera roll to calculate how it’s July 12 already. I still find myself blindly writing 4th of July to-do’s in my planner.

So the couple blissful Sundays we’ve spent in the city have been the bee’s knees. Couldn’t tell you much of what we’ve done, but I do know they’ve involved lots of donuts, air conditioning, and soaking up a season of being able to just WALK. Y’all will never understand what a luxury walking outside is until you experience a Boston ~~winter~~ November through April. #spaceheatersinJune

I’ve mentioned these kicks once or twice before, but I’m wearing my Alaina Marie Keds on this particularly perfect walk down Marlborough Street.

Sail to Sable Flattered in Fringe Sweater and Cabbage Ric Rac Shorts, available at Shift | Alaina Marie Keds in Kickstart Mesh Waves c/o {use code SUMMER for 20% off today!} | Isla Wicker Satchel Bag {similar 1; 2}

How ya spending your lazy summer days? xo

Photos by Madeline Heising

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A Girls’ Night Out with Sip & Script

June 30, 2017 by Emily 2 Comments

Because summer {and all of 2017 for that matter} has gotten so quickly away from me, I’m throwing it way back to the most blissful little spring night at Neatly Nested Decor, in which I invested in some continued education by way of learning calligraphy over a few sneaky-strong weekday cocktails.

I’m talkin’ bout Sip & Script! Looking for a Boston calligraphy class? Here’s one served straight up.

If Alice’s Table is the new Paint Night, Sip & Script is the new Alice’s Table.

{JK Alice still love u just as much!!!}

Sip & Script is the love child of my main woman Julie // Posh & Prep {she did a bunch of projects for my wedding!} and Meg // Bliss Lettering, two darling calligraphers who are donating their professional expertise to these crazy fun girls’-night-out meets hand lettering parties.

I’ve been trying to cheat my way through calligraphy for years, so it was so fun to finally sit down {with a bevvy courtesy of Kate’s talents} and actually learn the proper way to do calligraphy. No mo’ cheating with Sharpies for this one.

Meg & Julie host ~~workshops~~ parties all over the New England area {keep an eye on their sched here} but are also available for private events. How cute would this be for a bachelorette? Can you handle it?

I guarantee after just one of their fun intros, you’ll be addicted. #Nibs4Life

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Skirtin’ Around the Bean

June 23, 2017 by Emily 4 Comments

Boston is LUSH right now. We skipped spring and went right from that miserable winter of a Memorial Day to full on sumsumsummah time. The patios are open, the peonies are bloomin, the rosé is flowin….we’re just a sweaty bundle of cliches over here in the Bean.

Related, I’m taking pride in not having worn pants for approx. four weeks now. It is bare-legs-for-days season and I am soaking. it. up. This sweet Paper Crown Jordyn Skirt skirt is another favorite and impossibly darling. Just calling for a role in some London-based rom-com montage, don’t you think?

Paper Crown Jordyn Skirt c/o | Striped Tee | Crispin Drop Earrings | Isla Wicker Satchel {similar 1; 2} | Soludos Lace Up Wedge Espadrille

This skirt, like its sister, is available at the Paper Crown pop-up shop in the 5th Ave Lord & Taylor in NYC. Currently plotting my next trip to get down there and ~~move in~~ buy everything. In addition to these pretty pretty princess pink pieces, I’m also lusting over this beauty, this babe, and this showstopper.

Find the Dress Address at 424 5^th Ave in New York for just a couple more weeks! Can’t make it to the city? Shop the collection online here.

Photos by Madeline Heising

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June 14, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

The Brunch Diaries: Row 34

June 14, 2017 by Emily 3 Comments

How many people do you think I’ve turned off by my constant ~~complaints~~ DISCUSSION of climate change slash general New England weather disgusts? Thank you for still being here.

It’s in the sweltering nineties #backstreetsbackalright this week aka the szn* in which I want to eat nothing except chilled seafood. That’s got me thinking back on an amaze brunch I got to enjoy at Row 34 Boston this spring that I bet you think I forgot to tell you about.

*WTF is this and why is it a suddenly cool abrev? I had to urbanddictionary it like an elder but still no answers in regards to its recent rise in popularity.

Island Creek Oyster Bar has been on my top-3 list for eons when it comes to Boston restaurants, so I was obviously jazzed when its team opened Row 34 Boston in the Seaport district a couple years ago. Crazy good raw bar, creative seafood dishes, Old Bay Onion Rings, few complaints. Its Sunday brunch is what I really have to write home about though.

Say hello to:: Crispy Oyster Lettuce Cups, Lobster & Grits, Smoked Salmon Avo Toast {eat it up millennials}, the most mouthwatering blueberry buckwheat pancakes, AND wash it down with a passionfruit mimosa.

Let’s see the rest of your Sunday try to top that.

Only complaint? Brunch is served on Sundays only. Perk? It lasts until 4:30. Take your sweet time with that hot. buttered. lobster roll.

[ Row 34 Boston ]
[ 383 Congress Street ]
[Boston, Massachusetts ]

Find Row 34 in Portsmouth, NH too!

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Full disclosure: I was provided a complimentary meal for the purpose of this review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Lord & Taylor x Paper Crown Pop Up Shop

June 8, 2017 by Emily 6 Comments

You beauts know what a fan of Paper Crown I am. Two years later I’m still trying to figure out why I didn’t outfit my bridesmaids in their dreamy dresses. Two years later I’m still trying to figure out a lot of the decisions I made for my wedding. Except for the groom. Love ya boo.

So I get my fix by filling my closet with their everyday and occasion pieces. Like this romantic gem of a drop-waist dress. Hi, am I a princess yet?

And I’m SUPER excited to let you know that while I still have to wait on a full-on brick-and-mortar flagship store {I’d probably move in}, there is a Paper Crown pop up shop in the vicinity!!!

The Lord & Taylor x Paper Crown Pop Up Shop just plopped itself in New York City #FifthAve #duh and is hanging out until July! 30,000-square-feet of blush bliss. Here you can shop all of their new summer arrivals and a selection of exclusive bridesmaid dresses. Again, where was my head in 2014?

Paper Crown Kennedy Dress c/o | Lisi Lerch Coco Tassel Earrings | Pink Mirror Sunglasses | Similar Woven Sandals | Similar Book Clutch

If you’re lucky enough to be based near NYC or are headed down this summer, don’t you dare miss the Dress Address. Find it on the 5th floor of the 5th Ave Lord & Taylor until early-July, and if you just CAN’T make it, shop the Paper Crown Pop Up Shop collection online here!

Photos by Madeline Heising

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