Things I Love Thursday

Longchamp Le Pliage Tote

How can you argue with a Longchamp Bag?  They are versatile, functional, durable, lightweight, and can fold up for optimal storage when not in use.  Oh, and did I mention they’re available in a variety of colors and sizes so they coordinate with pretty much any outfit.  In college?  This bag is perfect for hauling your books from class to class.  Summer vacation?  Take your Longchamp to the beach.  It’s the ideal bag for running errands or going to a chic brunch with your girlfriends, and, at under $150, it’s totally affordable.  

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Things I Love Thursday

Elsa Peretti Starfish Pendant for Tiffany & Co.

When it comes to jewelry, I tend to be fairly traditional.  Most of my pieces are either family heirlooms or gifts from my husband designed by a private jeweler.  Very rarely do I purchase anything from a major retailer, but when I do, it’s Tiffany’s.   

As a Florida girl, Elsa Peretti’s Starfish collection is a personal favorite.  Her designs are modern at minimalistic, yet they capture that elusive feeling of blithe whimsy typically reserved for children on summer vacation.  When I fasten the clasp around my neck, I’m momentarily transported back to a time when my only responsibility was remembering when to reapply sunscreen.  It reminds me of sun-bleached hair and salt flavored kisses.  Buying this necklace wasn’t just a simple jewelry purchase; I bought back a snapshot of my youth.

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