We were on the 6AM flight to Chicago this morning, the first stop on our trip back to my hometown. Having to get up at 4AM (what my mom calls “the uncivilized hour”) is rough, but I honestly kind of love these ridiculously early morning flights. I used to fly alone often when the kids were younger (babies, even), and I loved early flights because they were my best shot at the kid-flying trifecta: no delays, a sleeping kid (or two), and relatively less turbulence. Trying to confine Pax to my arms or a seat while the seatbelt sign was on was like trying to corral a flopping walrus. Sorry about that tusk, Sir.
Anyway, it makes me nostalgic.
I had forgotten, however, that the Chicago-to-Marquette connection is always super short, and the distance between the gates looooong. Our connecting flight was still in the process of landing when our next flight started boarding, and I had flashbacks of strapping a struggling Raines into a stroller with Pax on my back and running, running, running.
I still ended up having to run, but this time I was trying to keep up with my guys. I was wearing cute shoes in the airport (super comfy shoes, but definitely not sneakers) and my feet were making little tap-tap-tap sounds with every step. The boys kept looking over their shoulder at me to laugh (taptaptap I’d try to speed up), and eventually Pax dropped back to walk with me. Instead of slowing down, however, he put his hand on my back and propelled us both forward (taptaptaptappitytaptap) and you know what? Behind consistently pushed from behind is a surprisingly effective way to walk faster.
Giggling like a maniac as your kiddo maneuvers you around the Chicago airport, however is not.
Anyway, we made it.
So my travel outfit was these cute shoes, a pair of 100% silk pants from Quince (real pants, not their pajama pants), and this oversized cashmere sweater (which is basically an affordable twist on my fav Ref cashmere sweater). The outfit was cute and surprisingly luxe-looking. I’d wear it as a real outfit anyday. If interested, I threw a selfie from the airport up on Discord.
If you like your party shoes more flirty than sexy: these Loeffler Randall leopard print bow heels, at a whopping 55% off! Sooo fun.
So gamine: Gang, this brown Frame sweater is making me so happy. It has such a gamine, French-girl vibe (especially buttoned all the way up), and the loose knit is soft, not scratchy. It might be my favorite piece from the NSale this year. It was recently restocked, and is 40% off right now!
I mean…all I want are textured sweaters. And if in stripes, then even better. (Damsen Madder usually runs big, FYI.)
J.Crew, take all my money. I tried on everything and will do a post soon (as always, selfies are up on Discord!), but of my top 5 J.Crew hit list, the one piece currently on sale is good: these seriously cool, vintage flare cords. Highly recommend!!!! I have them in color ‘french press’, and in size 28 petite (petites run a size small, so go up, otherwise they fit TTS).
Just ordered. My sneakers of the fall are going to be these cool things in ‘suede raspberry’. LOVE the loafer vibes.
Saks has 15% off beauty, which means I’m – finally!! hooray!! – going to try Hermes’ wildly cool eyeshadow palette. I’m torn between the one with the bright green or bright blue. (Also, Hermes’ lip oil is fantastic. Super subtle, but still there, and fades beautifully.)
The most perfect faded-denim wash I’ve seen maybe ever: these Levi’s (30% off this weekend).
While you’re there…check out this denim bomber jacket (love) and this cute denim bag.
Scotti just walked into Mom’s house wearing these cute Athleta pants and makes them look…sexy?? I just peeked online and they look soooooo much more flattering in real life (or maybe that’s just Scotti, haha).
A chic…broom & dustpan? OMG YES. We own it in sage green, and it’s not only gorgeous, but works far better than any other broom & dustpant we’ve used. Take 20% off this weekend with code RESET20.
Every teen boy I know loves these sweatpants: Uniqlo. And honestly? They’re pretty freaking chic.
YUM. A Discord reader recommended these Sweet potato, cranberry, and chocolate chip muffins from the Noble Pig. 110% yes please. On my list for as soon as we get back.
Enjoy the long weekend!
xo,
S
I know I should not be this surprised after following you for 15(?!) years, but how you manage to get me to click on 8 links in the matter of minutes continues to astound me. And I’m never disappointed. I now will be buying sneakers, a sweater, and the last thing I ever expected – baking! I don’t take my purchases lightly – thank you for influencing the joy in life.
Ahhhhhh Julie you made my night with this comment! Hahahahaha and THANK YOU. (Or maybe sorry?) xoxo
I feel you, Julie! It’s wild. And I always trust Shana 100% (so come tomorrow I’m buying those Levi’s)!
I 100% agree with Julie! Follower since the ANMJ days and I click on every single link.
I laughed out loud reading your story. My kids are college aged traveling with them always leads to laughter. Usually theirs is at my expense, and yet somehow we all end up laughing together.
Now, can you tell me more about silk pants and travel? I always worry about spills showing or sweating…And yet that outfit seems comfortable, chic, and perfect for upcoming fall travel.