Happy Sunday, everyone. Hope everyone is as excited about Orlando being back on the blog as we are! In case you missed his post, check it out here. Another post you definitely should check out is Em’s annual swimsuit review (if you didn’t catch it). She dove deep into the internet to find the most supportive and confidence-boosting suits out there right now. If you are in the market, it’s going to be a one-stop shop. Aside from that, our Marlee is off to Japan, and we all can’t wait to hear about it! Let’s talk links…

This week’s house tour is a stunning deVOL kitchen. This home was originally built in 1890, and this particular space was a swimming pool once upon a time! Now it’s a beautiful kitchen with lots of collected pieces and stunning cabinetry.

From Emily: These leopard pants are for all of you/us who want to go leopard but not in a “Peggy from Married with Children” kind of way. They are baggy but have a nice barrel shape that isn’t schlubby. They have pockets in front (not adding bulk to the side of the hips), an elastic waist, and hit right at the ankle. They have volume for sure, but are still really flattering. I’ve worn them with sweaters, denim shirts, sweatshirts, flats, mules, and slippers. Just an easy throw and go that doesn’t feel high maintenance, but certainly looks stylish. I’m wearing a size small, and they are big in the pant, but any smaller and I wouldn’t have been as comfy in the waist.

Let’s also not forget that MOTHER’S DAY is right around the corner! Here is a post we did last year with some custom sentimental ideas (which would need to be ordered soon) and great experiences. This is another big post we did with ideas from you! Some of the links may need to be updated, but we are working on that. Regardless, it’s still full of amazing ideas.

From Jess: For whatever reason, I was putting off watching Steve Carell’s new show, Rooster. I think it was because I adore Steve so much that if there was a chance he wasn’t a “good guy” in this new role, my heart couldn’t take it. At least not right now… Well, great news, he’s a good guy, and the show is so sweet and easy to watch. I binged 6 episodes last Sunday. It’s also a Bill Lawrence show, who more recently created Ted Lasso and Shrinking, so you know you are in good hands. Oh, and I really love the reboot of Scrubs (also Bill’s show). It very much feels like a continuation of the original tone and heart. They nailed it.

From Gretchen: The sun’s been coming out a little more in Oregon, meaning I’m letting my legs out of their cage and leaning into a more regimented fake tan routine. But with that, I’ve found myself in need of a darker shade of makeup to match. I’ve been a loyal consumer of IT Cosmetics for my lightwear foundation, but heard good things about Laura Mercier’s Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer and decided to give it a try – especially since I’m an even longer fan of her translucent setting powder (which lasts FOREVER, btw). So far, I’m reallllly loving the stuff. It feels super light on my skin, blends well, and integrates nicely with my other products (like my holy grail, the Fenty contour stick in Mocha). Shade 2W has been a good match for my “summertime skin,” plus I love that this product has a decent SPF!

From Marlee: I saw someone on TikTok recommend this gradual tanning lotion, and I decided to try it since it’s so affordable – it’s great! I’m so happy it’s finally starting to warm up outside, but man, my legs haven’t seen the light of day in so. long. This lotion is nice because it gives you a really *subtle* tan, but it’s so so easy to apply, doesn’t look streaky enough, and you literally can’t mess it up. I usually just put it on my legs and arms after every other shower, and I like that the smell isn’t crazy. I’d say it takes about 3 applications to build, and it’s SO low effort, which is the biggest appeal to me. I’ve also been using the $20 face drops from the same brand, and they’re just as good as the $60 Tan Luxe drops that I’ve been using for years.

From Caitlin: I just stocked up on this two-pack of unbelievable natural deodorant from Megababe (and saved a lot of dough in the process!). I know what you’re thinking – “natural deodorant just doesn’t work.” But you’re wrong! Hear me out: I am a sweaty lady. I’ve been wearing this deodorant non-stop since 2019 and am happy to report that it aids me in smelling like a fresh lil’ flower EVERY. SINGLE. DAY! It really is that good – even Dennis uses it and will attest that it works for his man sweat, too. I cycle through the scents and formulas – Santal is my favorite, Smoothie is divine (this was the one that hooked me!), Green never fails (this one is Den’s go-to – it works magic), Coco is sweet and summery (not a fan of coconut at all, but I still look forward to slathering it on every morning!), and Glow is the perfect pick me up – and I genuinely love they way they apply and work ALL DAY. Don’t even get me started on the Thigh Rescue!!! If you haven’t tried Megababe despite my yearly glowing endorsement (and the thousands of 5-star reviews), what are you waiting for?!

Also From Caitlin: Settle in for your Sunday long read – this one’s on the best free restaurant bread in America. You might even shed a tear (or two).

From Arlyn: During our move across the country this past week, we were in and out of people’s homes (THANK YOU JESS), Airbnbs, and airports. TVs were packed up, my phone battery was crying for help, and in general, my nervous system was completely frayed. My daughter had gotten a paint-by-sticker book for her birthday (shoutout to Veronica, one of our fave EHD photographers), and I decided to grab an adult version for myself and my husband in case we needed to busy our minds without screens. THANK GOODNESS I did this. I got myself the ’90s one, which is so fun and nostalgic, and I got my husband the architecture one. These make awesome gifts to yourself or someone else, are affordable, and give you literal hours of no-tech fun.

From Mallory: I’m currently zhuzhing up my outdoor space for summer, so I was looking into cute outdoor accent pillows and GASPED when I saw this extra-long bolster from our fav: Lulu and Georgia. I take my cushions inside when we’re not using them for longevity, so I hate having to take hundreds of throw pillows in and out – so the single long sofa pillow is perfect for me. I got it in the blue colorway, but I love all of them so much!!

ONE MORE REQUEST! We wanted to do another “Reader swimsuit rec” post, like we did a few years ago. It’s so helpful to see a variety of bodies and suits. If you are interested, please send a photo of you in the suit, a link to the suit (so it must be currently available), and a little blurb about why you love it to Jess ([email protected]). We’ll send you $50 if you are chosen as a thank you!

Thank you for spending a bit of your day with us, and see you tomorrow. xx

Opening Image Credit: Photo by deVOL