Link Love, Vol. 17

Hello and happy Friday, guys! Doesn’t it seem like post-holiday work-weeks are painfully longer than every other week imaginable? Like, infinitely so.

I’m off to San Fran next week (on the coat-tails of a trip to Chicago), so this weekend is all about New World Order in the house of c+c. Meaning, I need to unpack my freakin’ suitcase just so that I can re-pack it.

Back-to-back travel always motivates me to simplify various facets of my life — closet cleansing, kitchen cleaning, make-up tossing… You name it.

I’d cite Feng shui and all that for my behavior, but really, it’s just because I will freak the f-k out coming home to an apartment full o’ clutter. Garbage chutes are fun. Real fun. (Picture Oprah: “YOU get a car! YOU get a car!”)

In the interim — a few links and looks I loved this week:

• Peony candles, because flowers are expensive.
• Thismight be my favorite brand collaboration… Ever.
• Ever wonder what the most-read posts are on corals + cognacs?
• Sometimes, you just need a reminder — and Pinterest always delivers.
• I’m on the hunt for the Loeffler Randall shoes that Ashley’s been wearing.
• A friend of mine just launched his lifestyle blog. Aren’t these two the cutest?
• All right, I’ll admit it. I am obsessed with Chiara Ferragni’s shoe collection. Especially these.
• ARRRRIBA! National Tequila Day is July 24. Here’s a healthy take on my favorite margarita recipe.
• This is a great read about where you to invest your time in order to turn your blog into a business.
• Remember the World Cup fan who was offered a modeling gig? Textbook social media study, right here.
• I’m bookmarking Sarah’s organizational tips (and buying those paper planners).
• Liz’s Chicago city guide has me feeling nostalgic for my former hometown.
• This is by far the most stunning sunset (and view) I’ve seen in a long time.

image via // the general store, an SF shop I hope to visit next week!