Rose and a Rose Gold Blow Dryer?

July 5, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

If you follow me on Instagram and Facebook (and if you don't why aren't you?) then you know on Monday night my wonderful husband surprised me with not one, but two bottles of my favorite rosé (currently on sale for under $20 at costco)--- Miraval --- ANDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD this bad ass white and rose gold blow dryer that I have had my eye on...the T3 Micro Featherweight Luxe 2I Dryer.

I hate hate hate blow drying my hair and on Monday night I couldn't wait to take a shower! Ladies and gents let me tell you about this beauty.

Not only is it gorgeous to look at, so if you're super weird like me and want everything in your bathroom to match, you're set - its also super light weight, moderately quiet and dried my hair way way faster than normal. I had much less frizz and when I woke up I didn't look like I belonged in an 80s perm commercial like I normally do. It has the standard speed setting and 3 different heat settings. The cord was longer than my current blow dryer which I didn't notice how annoying the old one was until I tried this one.

The only negative I can see so far is that white cord seems to already be picking up some grime from being out in the bathroom (foundation hands anyone!).

Overall I am super impressed with the quality - T3 makes a pretty awesome product all around, I also have a flat iron by them that I love that I will link below also.

Shop the dryer here: http://amzn.to/2sqHzr6

Shop the flat iron here: http://amzn.to/2sqGAHH

Fast Friday 6.30.17

June 30, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Recently, I have started a new routine when I come home each day. I set my stuff down, walk to the microwave (no not to make food!) set the timer for 15 minutes and then I get productive!

By setting the timer it majorly shifted my mindset of endless laundry, dishes, filing etc and makes it a really easy to accomplish task.

I've noticed many times where I keep working through the timer - but here is the thing - I no longer feel "obligated" to get it all done. Its enough time to get stuff down, yet doesn't take up the whole evening.

I'm curious to see how this works out for other people - drop me a comment below if you plan on trying it, or do something similar!

Happy Friday!

xoxo | SLL

#turnitaroundtuesday 6.27.17

June 27, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Each Tuesday I try to help create positive thought by suggesting slight shifts to our thought process. Jenny Lewis is one of my favorite singers and an extremely extremely talented song writer. From Rilo Kiley to the Watson Twins to Voyager I have been along for the ride.

One of the lyrics that has stuck with me the most is "You are what you love, not what loves you back". Let that sink in for a minute. You are what YOU love. Everything that you put your energy is what reflects on you, not who happens to love you. You can apply this to so much more than romance.

You are creativity. You are passion. You are healthy. You are devoted. You are loyal.

You are whatever you set your intentions towards. So instead of being discouraged, set your focus on what you want to love. Stop giving power to things, people, situations you cannot control.

Fast Friday 6.23.17

June 23, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Fast Friday

Fast Friday 6.23.17

June 23, 2017

Today's fast Friday brings you two awesome things. One lead me to the other!

This weeks fast Friday is actually a super cheap product that will reinvent your summer and your beauty routine. This hot pink ice roller has seriously changed my game. Not only does it feel awesome on your face during a hot day, after a night out etc etc it makes your skin freaking GLOW. Its mindless to use, relaxing and rejuvenating.

Link to Ice Roller: http://amzn.to/2sZiqah

I first heard about ice rollers from my girl Cara Alwill Lebaya of The Champagne Diet, who just happens to have just signed a DOUBLE freaking book deal and one of my favorite books,Girl Code is getting relaunched!

Link to preorder of Girl Code: http://amzn.to/2rKlAv4

And I know what you might be thinking, Steph, I'm not a budding entrepreneur - guess what?!!? There is so much more to Girl Code than just business... Girl Code shows a refreshing approach to being female.

From Girl Code, "Something dynamic happens when women genuinely show up for each other. When we lose the facades, cut the bullsh*t, and truly have each other’s backs. When we stop pretending everything is perfect, and show the messy, beautiful parts of ourselves and our work—which all look awfully similar. When we talk about our fears, our missteps, and our breakdowns. And most importantly, when we share our celebrations, our breakthroughs, and our solutions."

Creating Vs. Destroying

June 22, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

I am a big fan of Elizabeth Gilbert in that I feel her work can inspire, create change and light a fire under almost anyone that comes in contact with it. Even my big tough husband will admit that she was onto something with Eat, Pray, Love I … — I am a big fan of Elizabeth Gilbert in that I feel her work can inspire, create change and light a fire under almost anyone that comes in contact with it. Even my big tough husband will admit that she was onto something with Eat, Pray, Love
I recently started diving into Big Magic and the quote above about knocked me on my ass.
I started thinking about how by default, when I am creative, (and by creative it could be anything... creating an organized closet,creating new spaced in my home, creating something with my hands, creative writing... you don't have to be an artist to be creative!!!)
I don't have the TIME or SPACE to destroy anything.
My mind, my body, my marriage, my home, my work, my life all benefit from me being in a more creative head space.
I'd love to hear what you thought of the book if you've read it, or what you do to keep that creativity flowing! Drop me a comment below.

Turn it Around Tuesday 6.20.17

June 20, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

We often get wrapped up in "our way" of thinking and forget that others might not communicate in the same style. Try to take a minute to see someone else's point of view today - you might just find that you're actually wanting the same result.

Fast Friday 6.16.17

June 16, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Welcome to the first installment of Fast Friday!

You can keep an eye for weekly posts on something small I am loving each week.

If you haven't signed up for Shine Texts you are seriously missing out. This awesome site texts you something surrounding your well being, happiness, productivity etc depending on your settings. This is my first week getting daily reminders and tips on productivity and I am LOVING it.

Today's was: "When hustling through the a week, we can forget resilience actually comes from "recovery" time. Zone out (HGTV anyone?) this weekend, Steph."

Make sure to drop a comment below on what topic you signed up for!

Now off to zone out to some Fixer Upper...

xoxo | SLL

Shower Thoughts

May 9, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Do you ever wonder what other people think of in the shower?

I often find inspiration in the strangest places- tonight it was in the shower. I was contemplating how the ease of accessing others lets us skip over "getting to know each other".

By instantly connecting on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat etc we gloss over the - who have you been the last 25+ years.

I feel an urge to connect to my "friends" (online) on a deeper level but due to this instant bff status I often feel as if this would be off putting...

Interested to hear your thoughts on the subject!

Hey There!

May 9, 2017 Stephanie Lassalle

Welcome!

A work in progress, as is my life. Stay tuned for upcoming home & lifestyle blogs.