It’s been a very intense and rather devastating couple of weeks for our country. Part of you wants to scream at the top of your lungs, another part of you doesn’t have the words. While there are many issues that many of us will sadly never agree on, one that we feel we can is the right to free speech. It’s the foundation on which this country was built. To help protect this most important right, you can always donate to an organization like the ACLU. It’s their job to protect it. We can’t close our eyes and keep our fingers crossed that “everything will work out”; we have to take action in some form before it’s too late. We know this intro is heavy, but it’s a very heavy time. Ok, now let’s link up for something lighter.

This week’s house tour is architecturally stunning! And yet cozy with a perfect amount of moodiness. You have to just go see it:)

From Emily: My link this week is definitely self-serving, but I am so excited about my new sofas (from our Room Service line). I’m sitting on the 96″ Alice in forest green right now, and it’s exactly what I wanted in our living room (and was designed literally for me and my family/pups). The seat is soft, but not too mushy (in a good way, our last sofa was too loungey for this more conversational space). It’s deep enough without the pillows to really lean back and lounge, but so ergonomic that the curve of the back cradles you. Still really comfortable for a TV room, I promise. I’m still deciding if I want to use the back pillows that came with the sofa or remove them and put cute patterned throw pillows (the back pillows aren’t cushions; they are intended as an option for a cleaner look, but the sofa was designed to look good both ways). We have two facing each other, and the backs of them are so simple and pretty, with a slight curve that catches the light. My team really nailed this one, which makes me incredibly happy and proud. If you are looking for a sculptural, beautiful, comfortable sofa for your living room with pretty statement arms and adorable oval wooden feet, I’m happy to recommend this lady, Alice. Full reveal coming soon, but here’s a sneak peek! And y’all, the quality is so high (it’s pretty heavy!) for the price point. Am I allowed to leave my own review? If so, it’s 5 stars:)

From Caitlin:  LA folks – next weekend is your last chance to shop the Allee Willis estate sale! If that name rings a bell, it should – I linked up an incredible documentary about her (now streaming!) last year. She was a prolific songwriter – September by Earth, Wind & Fire is my personal favorite – and I’m so pleased with the few spoils I brought home last Sunday. (Yes, I did go on the 21st of September, and yes, it’s now a fun memory I’ll take forward every time I hear that track for the rest of my life.) If you’re in the area, grab some tickets and stop by – her backyard is a total dream in and of itself. See you there?

From Jess: After nearly a year of contemplating this purchase of this most wonderful and beautiful suede jacket, it’s now hanging in my closet!!! Suede is one of those things that’s currently very on trend but also a classic. I love that it works perfectly with my wardrobe, is light enough yet warm enough for cool California nights, and looks really effortless. It also comes in different colors and fabrics if suede isn’t your preference!

From Mallory: Nordstrom Rack has the best cashmere sweaters right now for only $60 (over 50% off the normal price) –  I snagged this one in bright blue and LOVE the color (I got a large because I like my sweaters to be oversized). They have lots of color options if you’re in need of a new sweater for fall!

From Arlyn: Not all Link Up links are sexy, okay? But you know what else isn’t sexy? FREAKING FLIES! Every single summer, our home evidently signs a short-term lease with all the flies in the neighborhood that seem to come out every night when I’m cooking dinner. We have no idea how they are getting in or where they are living until they emerge. Then, once the weather cools, POOF, they are gone. ANYWAY, we wanted to get ahead of the madness this year and picked up this reusable outdoor fly trap to help thwart them before they even make it inside. We saw a similar one on Sara’s outdoor patio one night when we were over for dinner, and it was full of flies. We knew right then and there it would be the fly siren we needed around our property. Heads up: It doesn’t smell pleasant, but that’s why the flies love it. Keep it a good distance from where you hang out outside.

From Marlee: Initially, I was going to just link up my new satin pillow case, which I got to remedy the insanity that is my hair every single morning. As someone with wavy hair that’s very susceptible to frizz AND a severe toss & turn sleeper, this has really helped me reduce the amount of damage control I need to do every morning. I was able to get it in a color similar to my sheets, and it’s not the prettiest against my linen bedding, but I just tuck it in the back of my pillows when I make my bed in the morning! ANYWAYS, as I was pulling up their website, I realized I have quite a few other products that I love from this brand – here’s the quick and dirty rundown… The eye mask, which is the only one I’ve ever used that doesn’t fall off constantly and doesn’t leave creases in my hair – the thickness of the band means not ONE OUNCE of light is getting in my eyes. I use this every single night. The heatless curling set, which takes a little bit of practice but creates perfect mermaid waves while you sleep without damage/heat, definitely works best on longer hair. This would make a great gift if there’s a teen girl in your life! The detangling brush, which I keep in the shower to brush conditioner through my hair, and since it doesn’t have anywhere for water to get trapped, it doesn’t get gross. OK, that’s all. Looks like they’re having a 20% off sale right now too with code FALL20:)

From Gretchen: With fall upon us, my desire for cozier clothes is creeping in quick! I’ve been living in these AMAZING Le Bon Shoppe sweatpants–wearing them to work, popping out to the shops, or while hanging at home. They are just so comfortable and easy to throw on, but feel less like schlubby sweatpants and more like stylish loungewear. I have them in two colors (Basil and Almost Black) and love/wear-them-to-death equally. They are 100% cotton, hit at the perfect height around my waist, and have such a fantastic drape and flow to them. They’re called the “Balloon Pant” for how they gather and “balloon” out at your ankles, hanging at the perfect, slightly cropped height. They’re nice and loose, and the material isn’t too heavy or hot, which is often the case for me and sweats. They’re on the spendier side, yes, but they are QUALITY and feel much more elevated than just any old pair. And with the amount I’ve worn them already, just a few days into fall, I really feel like I’m getting my cost per wear. I’ve been obsessed with their socks (I have like 12 different pairs) and fear that my comfy Le Bon pant collection will grow in a similar fashion…but I’m not mad about it!

Thanks for giving us some of your time today, and see you tomorrow for another beautiful river house reveal. xx

Opening Image Credits: Architect: Anne Usher | General Contractor: JP Macy of Sierra Custom Construction | Interior Designers: Emily Henderson (me!) and Max Humphrey | Styling: Emily Henderson | Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: Revealing My Brother’s Ultra Cozy Family Room (And The Most Comfortable Green Sectional)