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 desperately need a new sports bra! And I’m in the small chest camp too, so this sounds great.
It’s hard to choose because everything looks so cute! The twist tank is awesome, but I’m really feeling the leggings…they look so comfy! Great for yoga classes and then just hanging out around the house.
I would definitely like to have another sports bra…
I need a new sports bra! Also love the twist tank.
I could always use a new pair of black leggings! I feel like I have yet to find the perfect pair!
I would love to have a new sports bra to try!
I would love the leggings especially!
I just got certified to teach barre classes so I really would love a new pair of leggings to spice up my wardrobe. I always buy black leggings/capris and want to add some color!
That T-back tank top is soooo cute! I would love to wear that to yoga and spin classes 🙂
I am constantly trying to find cute sports bras to wear! That purple one from Montiel is so flippin’ adorable
I actually could really use some new work out tanks. I always just use old tshirts, but they leave me feeling less than pretty. I have one great tank and I always feel better about myself when I wear it. Still, I have all these old tshirts, I feel like I have to use them…
I would love the new Ellie capri pant! I am always in the market for a quality piece of workout gear. I also loooove the Teardrop Cami in bright blue!
Oh my word, I NEED another sports bra, I still wear mine from 10th grade lol….(I’m 39) :0
I need a new sports bra like nobody’s biz! I cycle through the same three or four, and they’re starting to show the wear & tear.
I’d love any new workout gear!
Ooh, I really hope I win this one! I have to see a cardiologist because something is going on with my EKG and I know they are going to make me do a stress test. I am in desperate need of new leggings and I want to be the cute one one the treadmill!
I would love new workout leggings or capris!
Ohhh definitely a new sports bra!
I could definitely use a new pair of leggings for the winter months….and oh my goodness! Those tanks are ADORABLE! I love the back! Definitely checking them out ASAP!
I would be most excited about the leggings!
I could definitely use some more workout pants as it starts getting to be winter in the Northeast! The twist tank and regular tanks are awesome, as well.
I am always in search of awesome leggings. I think the Lea Leggings look super comfortable and flattering.
Wow those clothes are so adorable! I would love to try that sports bra!
Also, I love that Ryan recreated your bouquet! I’ve hinted to my husband that I would love for him to do that someday!!
I’m in desperate need of new sports bras since my favorites are no longer made 🙁
I love that tank! But I’d be most excited about a new sports bra, because my favorite is falling apart!
I could really use a new sports bra and I love the Victory Bra!
Winter is coming quickly and I need some leggings! I also love the design of the tank you are wearing, the back is great and it looks very flattering!
I love the back of that tank top! And I am always in the market for a flattering sports bra 🙂
I’m in desperate need of a new sports bra!
I really love any workout clothing, but am always trying to find the perfect bra. The one I have from Reebok right now comes pretty close, but maybe this is the one.
I can always use another pair of leggings, but the tank and sports bra combo is super cute!
I just recently started working out in tanks and I would love to add another to my wardrobe!
I love the combo of the pink, bright, feminine sports bra with that grey twist tank. I don’t own any cute workout tops and could definitely go for one from Montiel!
I would love to win the sports bra!
I can always use a new sports bra or leggings! These items look so cute! Also, I love your shoes that you wore on the day of your anniversary (Happy Anniversary by the way 🙂 )!
New leggings!!!!! LOVE the Victory bra too!
I love the back twist detail of the tank. I could really use some new leggings for the gym and always on the hunt for comfy and supportive bras for a smaller bust!
That tank is awesome, love it! I love trying new workout gear! I really need to get a few new sports bra’s!
I would love a new sports bra. Mine are all ratty and falling apart 🙁
I would love a new pair of leggings!
the leggings! I am certainly not a member of the IBTC so I don’t think I would be running much in those. cute for around the house though 🙂
I could definitely use new leggings and a sports bra to freshen up my workout wardrobe, but the twist tank is super cute too! Have a great weekend 🙂
I love that tank top!
I love that twisted tank!! And the coral color is soooo pretty 🙂
Happy Halloween!
I really ought to replace some of my old ratty workout tops. Men’s hanes tanks, anyone?
I love the twist tank! I’m in desperate need of new workout clothes!
Could use a new sports bra, will have to check these out!
I like the Tback Cami, super cute for yoga class!
I really need a new sports bra! I love the tanks too though! Thanks!
I NEED a new sports bra!!!