Good morning and Happy Halloween!!!
I hope your Friday is off to a good start. Mine certainly is thanks to two of my best friends, Merri and Ashley!
They both flew in town yesterday afternoon and we spent the day exploring, eating and chatting non-stop. I am so happy to have them here!
They flew into town because the three of us, along with Ryan, are driving to Savannah, Georgia today for a wedding this weekend. Tonight is the Halloween-themed rehearsal dinner/party and we are psyched!
But let’s move along to your regularly scheduled Things I’m Loving Friday post…
Things I’m Loving Friday
- Celebrating Our Anniversary
Yesterday was our four-year wedding anniversary! The anniversary gift theme for year four is flowers and fruit and I was so surprised to arrive home from a day with my girlfriends to a recreation of my wedding bouquet Ryan had made for me. I was obviously very touched! He’s pretty much the best. I gave him a cactus (there’s a story behind the gift, I promise!) but Ryan definitely won the best gift award this year. I loved it!
After my friend Ashley arrived yesterday, we had about an hour and a half to kill before Merri’s flight landed, so we grabbed a quick lunch at Luna’s Living Kitchen which I’m pretty sure may be my new favorite place in Charlotte. The restaurant specializes in plant-based organic local food and I absolutely loved the spaghetti bolognese I ordered. A bed of zucchini noodles was topped with a walnut mushroom bolognese sauce and it was phenomenal!!! I cannot wait to go back and try the zucchini noodle lasagna.
- Gigi D’Agostino – I’ll Fly With You
I don’t think I’ve heard this song since high school and when we were driving home from dinner last night, it came on the radio and I was so psyched! I downloaded it immediately and am so glad it’s back in my life.
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Thins
File these cookies under “impulse buy.” I saw them on sale at the grocery store this week and nearly walked by the huge display because I thought they were diet cookies. I’m glad I gave them a double-take because the “Mrs. Thinster’s” name simply refers to the fact that the cookies are super thin and crispy. The flavor tastes like homemade chocolate chip cookies (sweet and buttery!) and I love that they’re perfectly pop-able and made without the use of any artificial ingredients. Be warned though: It’s easy to eat these babies like potato chips! They’re addicting!
- Copco Small Appliance Slider Tray
I owe a big thanks to my mom for this lovely discovery! Ryan and I keep our Keurig coffee maker on our kitchen countertop and like to leave it tucked underneath our cabinets. Well, this ended up being a pain because every time we wanted to use the machine, we’d have to scoot it out and then put it back when we were done. (Sounds silly but if you’re in the same boat, I have a feeling you’ll understand my gripe with this!!) This little roller tray from Bed, Bath and Beyond makes it super simple to slide our Keurig out and back. You simply press on the button in front and roll it back and forth. Plus, it’s super cheap when you buy it with one of the never-ending supply of Bed, Bath and Beyond 20 percent off coupons.
- Around the Web Finds…
33 Clever Ways to Organize Small Things: So creative! And I can testify that using a carabineer to keep hair ties organized is fabulous!
Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa + Egg White Oatmeal + Best Sports Bras for Small Chests: Thanks so much to POPSUGAR Fitness for sharing these posts!
Pile on the Miles November Fitness Challenge
- Columbia Giveaway Winners
Congratulations to Sarah M. (jacket) and Chelsea (boots)!! Both winners were emailed first thing this morning. Thanks so much to all who entered!
- Montiel Activewear
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of testing out workout apparel from Montiel, a new company with a goal of creating better activewear staples for women. They put a heavy emphasis on quality material and design and I must say I can tell!
Through the blog, I am frequently approached by various fitness apparel companies and I truly do turn down 98 percent of the product offers I receive. Something about the look of Montiel’s apparel caught my eye though and I said I’d test it out and provide feedback directly to the company, but I definitely wasn’t expecting to love it as much as I did! (Thankfully Montiel was onboard with a flash giveaway when I approached them about it so you have a chance to win a complete outfit from them, too. See below!)
The clothes are functional and flattering and the simple but feminine designs make them stylish without being over-the-top trendy. They’re definitely great staple pieces to have in your workout wardrobe.
I had the chance to try out their teardrop sports bra and can tell you that it definitely would’ve made my Best Sports Bras for Small Chests list had I worn it before that post. It is so incredibly flattering and I absolutely love the cut and feel of the bra.
The twist tank is comfortable enough to wear to bed but it still looked cute and was the perfect breezy option for the barre and Jazzercise classes I took while wearing it. And the coral cami I am wearing in the above picture is the TBack cami and it has quickly become a favorite of mine to wear to Pure Barre. I’ve received a bunch of compliments and I love the thick material, built in removable cups and body-skimming cut.
Alright now that I’ve basically professed my love for their apparel, here’s your chance to win an outfit for yourself…
Montiel Giveaway
One PBF reader will win an entire workout outfit from Montiel that will include the following:
- One Sports Bra
- One Tank or Cami
- One Pair of Leggings or Capris
To enter this giveaway, simply leave a comment below telling me about which piece of apparel you’d be most excited to receive from Montiel. Perhaps you need a new pair of leggings? Or you could really use a new sports bra? Let me know!
I will randomly select a winner next Friday.
Good luck!
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I am in desperate need of a new sports bra! This stuff looks so cute!
I have really been wanting a new pair of running/workout capris lately! Would LOVE those!
Definately could use some new leggings!
Many of my sports bras are questionable, so I’d love a new one.
Love the twist tank! I would definitely use that for barre classes!
Definitely a new pair of leggings!
my favorite sports bra just broke, so I could really use a new one!
I’d love to try out their sports bra. Since having two children, I’ve had difficulty finding a sports bra to fit my smaller chest.
I could definitely use a new pair of leggings for the cold months coming up!
Love the T back cami!
I could really use some new workout tops. That twist tank is so cute! Wearing my old college/sorority shirts to the gym is starting to get a little embarrassing 5 years out. Haha!
I love the look of the twist tank. I like wearing loose layers when I work out because they don’t feel as drenched when I sweat!
I LOVE the twist tank & am so excited to get into barre – this would be perfect!
I’d love a new pair of capris! Mine are about ready to be retired.
I’m so glad you get to spend a fun weekend with your girlfriends, Julie! Friends are the best! 🙂 Safe travels to Georgia and have a wonderful time at the wedding.
Side note… If I happened to win the giveaway, I would love to have some new leggings! It’s getting chilly outside and I have definitely noticed a lack in my leggings supply. 😉
Love the capris! I always need those!
Love that they offer red as a color option in their clothes. It’s hard to find! I would be most excited about a new pair of leggings!
Love that twisted tank!
Teardrop bras are so pretty! I love the simplicity, but they look feminine and strong at the same time. Those are definitely a favorite, but I like each piece I’ve seen!
I would love the sports bra – the back is so cute and unique and wouldn’t show under a lot of workout tank-tops like some racerback bras do.
Well – I really like the design of the sports-bra! Looks great 🙂 (and I need a few new ones :))
Twist tank for sure! Looks super cute and comfy.
A new top
Would love a cute new sports bra!
The tear drop bra! So cute!
I could really use any of the three – my work out wardrobe needs a make over :/ But I would say I would be most exciting about the leggings!
I’m loving that breezy tank so definitely that one!!! Thanks! Happy Halloween!
Definitely could use a new pair of workout leggings!
i am in desperate need of some new sports bras!
oh my gosh i am obsessed with the twist tank! perfect w a sports bra for hot yoga!!
I would love a new pair of leggings!
I would love a new pair of leggings. I’ve worn out my go to pair, and would love some new ones for the winter!
I would love a new sports bra! I need one badly!
Ohhh, new leggings!
Happy Halloween to you too! Hope you have fun this weekend! I would love to try the leggings! I teach or workout in leggings everyday and it would be awesome to find a new favorite brand. Thanks for running an awesome giveaway!
Love the tear-drop sports bra!
Definitely need some new workout tops! 🙂
I definitely would be stoked for some new leggings. I’m a runner and it’s getting cold out!!
I would love some new workout tops!
I could definitely use some new cute leggings now that it’s getting cold out! Love the styles!
I love the twist tank paired with that unique sports bra. Definitely could use some cute clothes when I am teaching yoga:)
A new pair of leggings for the cold months ahead is definitely on my shopping list!
I just like the idea of getting a full outfit where each piece compliments each other–I buy most of my stuff seperate so nothing ever looks super pulled together. I especially love the style of the bras and camis with the t bar back.
I LOVE how the T-back bra goes with the T-back cami. I originally thought it was all one piece. So cool.
I need a new sports bra. I also want some new leggings and tank tops too!
Love the twist-back tank, it would be perfect for hot yoga (with the bright pink teadrop bra!)
The capris look so like they are amazing quality!
I love all the pieces, but really need a new sports bra!
I am in need of some new sports bras and leggings!
I’d love a new sports bra, especially one that’s flattering for small chests!