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 really like the pink top you have on! Leggings are always nice to have, I’ve been wearing them to work under my longer sweaters now that it’s cooling off in Denver, it’s comfy and cute 🙂
I would love to try out the teardrop sports bra. I have had the hardest time finding a good sports bra for a small chest. This one looks comfortable, stylish, and supportive!! Would love to win this giveaway. 🙂
I like the Lea leggings. I am always looking for a good pair of black leggings.
I could really use a new pair of leggings!
Normally I would say leggings, but that TBack cami is really cute!
4 years already!? I feel like you were just talking about wedding planning yesterday! 🙂
definitely the TBack Cami!!
Love the top! The back is so cute! The food at that place looks incredible as well!
Such cute stuff and they ship to New Zealand. The tanks are so cute I would love one
I could definitely use some new leggings!
Leggings!! I am in dire need of a new pair.
Oh my gosh, I love Montiel’s stuff! I need workout clothes so bad – I’m seriously lacking! I love the teardrop design on both the bras and camis, and I always need a good pair of leggings. 🙂
Their stuff is cute! Love the back details and twisted tank. My sports bra situation is sad lol. Just the other day I threw away a bunch that were stretched and worn. Time to invest in some good quality ones!
I am in sore need of leggings! For some reason I only have capris leggings… and it’s getting colder up here in New England…and yet I still only haven’t taken the plunge to invest in a pair of longer leggings.
I looove the tank top TBACK CAMI IN CORAL.. it is just perfect !!
Tops, tops, TOPS! This giveaway came at the perfect time, as I’m in desperate need of fun, comfy running tops for the half marathon training I just started. I like the look of the twist-y tank, and would probably look for similar, flow-y type tops, because my biggest complaint is tops that ride up while you’re running. I’ll keep my fingers crossed on this one!
I’m 19 weeks pregnant, and the girls have gotten a little bit bigger (actually, a lot bigger!) and I definitely need new sports bras!
I would love a tank!
I am in need of a new sports bra! I love the victory bra (I have anything but a small chest!).
The twist tank in gray! Finding a good, looser tank is so hard!
I would love some new leggings! Everything looks so cute!
I would love one of those super cute sports bras!! I’m always on the look out for flattering sports bras for small chests and I love the back on the one you’re wearing!
I’d love a new pair of leggings!!
Oh my gosh, so cute – you can totally tell you guys are best friends, you even dress alike. Did you notice that? 🙂
I can’t beleive I’ve been reading your blog for so long – I remember you even before you were engaged (I think??)
I could certainly use a new sports bra!!!!!!
Definitely in need of a new sports bra! I would love to win this giveaway!!
I would love the teardrop sports bra!
I love the Lea leggings!
Loving the leggings! They look so comfy and would be perfect on my morning runs!
I can’t choose between the teardrop sports bra and the Tback cami. I love the way they look together!
Oh man, I’m always looking for a good new sports bra. I love the back of them!
A new pair of running leggings would be awesome for fall runs!
I need…hmmm…everything! My body is ever changing/evolving and I love it! These clothes are soo pretty too, what a great motivation to work out!
Well right now I’m in need of leggings and a new sports bra!
I would love a new pair of leggings for the cooler weather!
that twist tank is TO DIE FOR! #swoon
Definitely most excited about the leggings! I had one of those super embarrassing moments when the group instructor approached me at the end of class to inform me that my capris are see threw! In desperate need of a replacement!
Definitely need a new sports bra!!!! Its getting borderline inappropriate lol
Im on the lookout for a new pair of capris to wear for running 🙂
Thanks for hosting another amazing giveaway! I love all the pieces you showed.. I’m all about a sexy back reveal. Plus, I’m getting a tattoo their soon that id love to be able to show off. I also am always in need of flattering sports bras.
New sports bras are on my Christmas list and I would love to try theirs!!
Leggings! Also, where is Merri’s clutch from??
I’d love a new tank top!
That twist tank is so pretty!!!! This looks like an amazing brand of workout clothes, everything is super cute!
Can’t go wrong with another cute tank top! I love the coral color!!
I would LOVE a pair of leggings!! I heard these leggings feel so wonderful!!
I could REALLY use a new pair of leggings. How amazing are these clothes!?
I am always looking for new, fun workout gear! That gray tank looks so great!!
I would definitely like that T Back Cami!!
Oh man I would LOVE the leggings! In fact I NEED leggings! All I have are capris and shorts and it’s starting to get pretty chilly!