Happy Friday!! Cheers to the weekend! I hope you have a fun weekend ahead and that you get to enjoy some rest and relaxation. Those are exactly my plans and I can’t wait! Here’s what else I’m loving this Friday:
1. I am ridiculously in love with this LOFT dress. I’m actually wearing it today! If you are looking for a super flattering dress, I recommend checking out this one. Just be warned it runs huge. I had to return the medium I got for a small and it fits me perfectly. This probably explains why they carry XXS and XS. (Since homegirl is definitely NOT a small! haha)
2. Speaking of reasons why I’m not a small… 😉 I mentioned in Monday’s Weekend Snapshots post that I went to Bonefish Grill last weekend. They reached out to me and sent me a gift card to try out their food. You guys know I’m never one to turn down good food. It was delicious and such an awesome dining experience. I went with my girlfriends because it’s a pretty surf and turf heavy menu, but I found lots of vegetarian options to try with Josh. I can’t wait to go back with him and get more of that avocado arugula salad and truffle mac and cheese!
Bonefish Grill let me know that they recently teamed up with accessory line Bourbon and Boweties for a fun Instagram collaboration! Bourbon and Boweties is a seriously adorable handmade bangle bracelet company that is carried in stores like Nordstrom. The collaboration is designed to show how cocktails, food and fashion combine to create a great girls’ night out. That sounds like the perfect recipe for a fun night to me! Through the end of June both companies will be posting photos on their Instagram account of the collaboration. By commenting and liking the photos you will be entered to win some seriously awesome prizes like restaurant gift cards and pretty bangles! It’s such a cool concept!
3. Ever since I wrote about my epic experience running to a boy band playlist I’ve been on a serious 90’s music kick. I was playing music videos of my favorite boy bands the other night and came across this gem of a music video. How have I never seen this before?! I will never think of this Backstreet Boys song the same way again.
4. I saw this picture of North West on Kim Kardashian’s Instagram yesterday and my heart melted. She is seriously the cutest little girl. And her outfit probably costs more than my car. 😉
5. I have wanted to learn more about essential oils for a long time. I’ve read so many good things about how they’re a great natural option for dealing with minor ailments and affecting moods and energies. I got the chance to learn a lot about essential oils and ask tons of questions during my trip to NOW Foods. I am now a huge fan. Josh and I have been using their ultrasonic wood grain oil diffuser at night and it’s basically the best thing ever. We diffuse lemon essential oil to help with relaxation and sound sleeping. I was worried we’d be going through essential oils really quickly and spending a lot of money with our new nighttime ritual but all it takes is a few drops and the oil will diffuse for hours. I love that this diffuser turns off when it runs out, is knocked over, or after 8 hours of continuous use. It’s good peace of mind.
Questions of the Day: What are you loving this Friday? Have you used essential oils before? Are you a fan of Bourbon and Boweties bracelets?
Joanna @ Makingmine says
i was drooling over you girls’ Instagram pics from Bonefish! And that bangle is super adorable!! What a unique/fun collaboration
Erin says
I really want the rose bangle! It’s so cute!!
Cassie @ Almost Getting it Together says
I basically wish I were North West. She is so pretty and has better style in one day than I have had in 26 years of life combined. And Nori? What. I cannot with her nickname.
Erin says
She is the cutest! I’m curious to see what she’ll look like/act like as she grows up!
Coco says
That dress is cute. I wish I could pull off maxi dresses, but I’m just too short! We love Bonefish!
Erin says
They have petite versions of this dress! I seriously think it would look super flattering on everybody!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
i love doterra essential oils! i need a new diffuser though – looking into now’s!
Erin says
I just had to give mine away. 🙁 I just found out that diffusers are not safe for cats. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
Melanie says
I love these pictures!!! You have the best Friday 5!
Melanie @ meandmr.com
Erin says
Aww thanks Melanie!! I really appreciate that! I have so much fun putting these posts together!
Kelly @ Laughter, Strength, and Food says
…you had me at ‘truffle mac n cheese’!!
Erin says
O.M.G. it is seriously to die for!!
Biana @Blovedboston says
I haven’t been to bonefish in quite some time and this is making me need to find one close to Boston asap!! Hope you have a great weekend! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
Erin says
I can’t believe I have never tried Bonefish Grill before this! Everything was SO delicious!
Jenny @ apples & kale says
All my essential oils are “NOW” brand! 🙂 I LOVE them! I use a diffuser almost every night…I think my favorite combo is lavender, orange, and cedar. It’s so relaxing!
Erin says
Aren’t they awesome?! I have to switch to rubbing them on my skin instead of diffusing them though because a reader let me know diffusers are not safe for cats. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. I called my vet and while I’m so glad I found out so I could stop using it I was SO SAD!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
Um, I WANT that diffuser! I need more relaxation in my life!
Erin says
I had to give mine away. 🙁 A reader let me know diffusers are not safe for cats. They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
jenessa says
Oh my gosh that food looks delicious, I wish I could eat it right now… and North West for that matter, she is so stinkin cute!
XO JNESS
jenessasheffield.com
Erin says
Isn’t she adorable? And yes, Bonefish Grill is SO good!
Taylor says
That food looks AMAZING! Seriously drooling. Also, LOFT stuff always runs so big for me. I have a dress from there in size zero that fits perfect which blows my mind. Definitely not a 0!
Taylor
http://tspoonfulofsugar.com
Erin says
I can’t believe it took me so long to try Bonefish. Everything was seriously delicious!! And Loft is awesome, but yeah their sizing inconsistency can get me sometimes. I read all the online reviews and then base what size I order off that! haha
Lauren says
Ah I really want a diffuser! Glad to hear you don’t blow through oils because I’ve been worried about that too. Also that dress is so cute! I don’t usually shop at Loft, but I’ll have to check it out.
Erin says
I love LOFT! I wait to buy things until their additional 60% off clearance sale and then I stoke up! And heads up if you have a cat, I just found out diffusers are not safe for them. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
Bonefish can do no wrong in my eyes! I went there for dinner this weekend and just stuff everything into my face.
Also, I love that dress from the Loft – thanks for the sizing tip! I always find that Loft’s sizing runs really large too.
Erin says
I can’t believe it took me so long to try them out! I was in love with their food!!
I love LOFT so much. They have the best styles at the best prices!
Thomasina says
Love that dress! I’m so glad summer is finally here and I can break out my maxis.
Erin says
I wish I could always live in dresses and skirts! They’re so comfy and look so cute!
Barbara says
Love essential oils! Just ordered a diffuser!
Erin says
Awesome! Just a heads up if you have a cat, I just found out diffusers are not safe for them. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
Erin @ Erin's Inside Job says
I really like that nail polish in the Bonefish picture! Now I just need to get a little tanner….
Erin says
I will always be pale. haha I’ve just accepted it. I’m practically translucent. 😉
karyl henry says
OMG North West is SO adorable!! Just want to snuggle up with her.
I need to figure out how to get restaurants to send me gift cards!!
Erin says
Isn’t she the cutest?! And I am no expert on these things but in my experience it’s the byproduct of blogging consistently for a long time and having good engagement with your readers.
Louisa Kopp says
So now I totally want that dress! I hope it comes in petite, because I’m always to short for maxi dresses. 🙁 The BSB video brought back memories. And when did North West get so big!?!
Erin says
They do have the dress in petites! It’s so cute! I wore it last night to a festival and then proceeded to get absolutely soaked on the way to a friends birthday party in a torrential downpour. Fun times! haha
Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood says
I think.North is just the.cutest. even though I hate both of her parents… also, her outfit probably costs more than my HOUSE..
Erin says
Yeah I’m kind of scared to even Google how much that jacket costs. haha
Jen says
I love your dress! And I love North West’s dress as well haha.. Also, a Bonefish fan. Great list!
Erin says
North West is such a cutie! When I saw her in her ballet outfit I literally melted. haha
Mary says
You have inspired me to learn more about essential oils, and the wood diffuser is beautiful!.
Erin says
Isn’t it stunning? Unfortunately I’m giving it away to my coworker because I just found out diffusers are not safe for cats. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
Amy @Planning Playtime says
The dress is a total keeper for sure, and I have to say, I love my diffuser too. We love using the lavender oil at bedtime or the DoTerra Breathe when the kids are sick. Both are pretty wonderful.
Erin says
I love LOFT so much! They always have the best styles at the best prices for my body shape! And heads up if you have a cat, I just found out diffusers are not safe for them. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
JcCee Barney says
I love that dress!! I never been to Bonefish Grill but that food looks Amazing! And you got me interested in a diffuser
Erin says
You should totally check out Bonefish! It’s so good! Heads up if you have a cat, I just found out diffusers are not safe for them. 🙁 They’re missing a liver enzyme that humans and dogs have that make it potentially toxic for them to inhale essential oils. SO SAD!
Orana says
That video!!!! I had never ever ever seen it. Even though the song burnt a hole in my head oh so many years ago. It was fun to watch! Much better than just dancing in a group blabla.
Nice friday!
Erin says
I’ve literally watched the video like three times since I shared it. haha It’s so fun!
Leslie says
I’ve used lavender essential oil before but I don’t have anything burn them in right now. I keep reading about all their uses and would really like to try more.
Erin says
I love them! Unfortunately I just found out diffusers are not safe for cats. 🙁 So I’m just going to use the essential oils on me and stop diffusing them in the air.
Tiara says
I love reading everyone’s Friday’s five, because it gives a sense to each person’s personality.
Thank you for sharing!
Erin says
They’re some of my favorite posts to read each week too! So fun!
Stephanie says
WOW! I am in love with Nori… I mean can a nickname get any cuter? And, let’s not even talk about the yummy food! My stomach is growling now…. must find something to eat, LOL!
Erin says
The food was so good! I’m craving it right now!! haha
Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating says
Heck, I just love the name Bourbon and Bowties. I’m definitely going to be checking out their instagram. I already followed Bonefish Grill on instagram, they’re food is fantastic
Erin says
It’s so good! I want to go back!
Kaitie says
This is fantastic!! I love all of the posts, and that dress! awesome!
Erin says
I’m in love with the dress! And it was on such a great sale! 😀
Tirralan - Tinseltown Mom says
I’m loving this post. I could sure use that Loft dress and baby North is such a little cutie.
Vaneese says
North West (I almost typed “northwest) is so cute. I love how serious she looks…like she’s silently judging our lifestyle and fashion choices in her baby mind. And thank you, now I’m singing “Everybody” aloud and re-living my childhood. LOL
yanique says
Love that dress and North West seriously is too cute.
Irion says
I love the loft dress! And I’ve never been to Bonefish Grill, but I’ve been wanting to try it for a while.