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This week has gotten off to a rough start, as I'm fighting yet another sinus infection. Hoping my meds will kick and and get rid of this mess, but until then, here are somethings that are making forget that I need to have a tissue box with me at all times...for a few seconds, anyway.

1. Tommy Hil has a capsule collection which is focused around the surf life. It's calling my name. (nytimes.com)

2. Slightly in love with this poppy bag for my new camera. What do you think? (nordstrom.com)

3. Beauty 101. (refinery29.com)

4. I'm a Thought Catalog addict, but this might be one my my favorite posts to date. #4 is something I need to be better at, but #5 & #7 are totally appreciated. (thoughtcatalog.com)

5. I've been having dreams about this skirt ever since I saw it in the store on Saturday. That's a sign I should get it, right? (jcrew.com)

Today's Thoughts.

Friday Happiness

This marathon of a week is finally over, and I couldn't be happier. This is the first weekend in a while where I won't be running and logging crazy miles, where I won't be traveling, and where I'll be able to do some personal maintenance (aka finally getting my highlights touched up--so long overdue), hang out with friends, and I'll be able to actually enjoy some chill time. May is shaping up to be a pretty busy month, so I'm taking advantage of this weekend and I'm looking forward to relaxing! Cheers to a fab--and warm!--weekend!

-wishing i was back in dc for this amazing meal from founding farmers-

-the june issue has arrived. hot-

-#fashiongirlslovehockey. one of my dreams came true this week...hello stanley cup!- 

-fun bracelets at an editor event this week-

-wise words at the lululemon store in union square-

Ahoy!

I recently stumbled upon this editorial from the May issue of Vogue Paris, and immediately fell in love. Anyone who knows me, knows that I'm a total nautical freak, and can't live without anything that has to sailboats, anchors, nautical rope, and of course the beach/open water (ironically though, I get sea sick..hmmm). These gorgeous pics make me want to set sail (no destination required), so I can have the salty air in my hair and a little sun kissed skin. And of course so I can wear nautical stripes and a braided belt and totally look the part.

photos: gilles bensimone

styled by: geraldine saglio

model: edita vilkeviciute

Wardrobe Wednesday: Sporty Chic

When I first arrived down in DC last weekend, I walked into my hotel room to find a goodie bag filled with all things Nike (obviously) waiting me for on my bed. One of my favorite things that I got was this awesome track & field tee, that I've been living in ever since. I've been throwing it on when I get home from work with sweats to run errands in and to bum around in, but thought it would look cute knotted up with a pencil skirt and heels for the office. Guess that's the bonus of working for Fitness Magazine...

Hot Right Now

1.  I promise you, Sophia Webster will become a fixture in your fashion vocabulary, if she isn't already. I'm loving her creative shoe vibe, and am lusting over these pink heels. 

2. Wanna know my secret to staying tan after my Miami glow fades? Dr. Dennis Gross glow pads. Life changing.

3. French girls have the cutest style. If you can't beat 'em, join 'em.

4. The Great Gatsby is my all-time favorite book, and the 1920s are my favorite time period. Dresses inspired by both? Right up my alley.

5. Bikini So Teeny. 'Nuff said. 

6. I got this candle as a birthday gift, and now I don't want my apartment to smell like anything but vanilla and oakmoss. Might be buying out all of these from Urban Outfitters.

7. I'm loving anything with a leather sleeve or trim. This top is no exception. 

8. Bralettes layered under floaty tees might just be my new obsession and spring go-to look. 

#WERUNDC

I mentioned in Friday's post that I was heading down to Washington, DC to run in the Nike Women's Half Marathon. It was the first time they were holding the race down there, and the entire weekend was filled with lots of fun activities and events. Since I was there as part of the media team, I got to experience all the amazing things first hand, and got to spend some time with other awesome editors and bloggers. We took DC by storm, and really got to see all that the city has to offer. I totally recommend taking a weekend trip down to the nation's capitol if you ever have a chance. The food is amazing (Founding Farmer's, Old Ebbitt Grill, and The Occidental are my restaurant recs!), the sites are gorgeous, and it's such an active city--so many people were out riding bikes, jogging, playing soccer and volleyball, and of course, running half marathons :).

Naturally, I documented my weekend through photos. Here's a visual diary for you:

-race course & number-

-ran two half marathons in two weeks and felt awesome!-

-hanging out at the reflecting pool-

-cross the finish line and get a little blue box? sure, why not!-

-my dad met me down in dc to cheer me on at the race!-

-coolest.kicks.ever. and they're mine-

-met and ran alongside the lovely and talented ellie goulding!-