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!
![\"Quantcast\"/](\"//pixel.quantserve.com/pixel/p-1e3-7hOJ_U8Bg.gif\")
The twist tank is so cute!!
I am always on the lookout for cute, comfortable leggings, but I love the t back shirt!
The tank! You can never have too many workout tanks 🙂
I would love to win any of the clothes but I could totally use a new top!!!
The sports bras look so cute!
I could definitely use some leggings as the weather is cooling off!
I’m definitely in need of new workout tops post baby!
Ohhhh I need a pair of new leggings! I’m surprised I’ve never heard of this company as their line looks great.
I could use a new sports bra!
I love the tback cami in coral! Totally in need of a workout wear update. These all look great. Would love a lulu lemon alternative!
I could use a new sports bra! 🙂
I only own cropped running pants and I’ve been in the market for long running leggings to get through the next Chicago winter!
I desperately need a new pair of leggings! It’s been too long since I’ve gotten a pair..
i could really use a good sports bra!!
Absolutely love the design of this fitness apparel! Love the style and color of the tank!!
Love done of those cute leggings!!
I am totally in need of a new sports bra. These clothes look so cute! 🙂
Sports bra! Can’t get enough.
I would love to have a new tank and leggings. The tank you’re wearing is so cute and comfy!
And the colors are cool!
I love leggings but those sports bras look so cute and comfortable!
I LOVE WORKOUT LEGGINGS!!!! And I also am loving that purple sports bra.. would be perfect for a loose fitting tank!
I just discovered montiel too (I bought a lightweight jacket) and I love it!! I want to try some leggings next! Or a tank! Basically anything 😉
I’d love to try the twist tank!
I’m in desperate need for new sports bras!
I need more sport bras! Now that I’m exercising more regularly, I tend to run out of bras and have to do a small load of laundry midweek. I’d rather not waste that water and energy!
I love the look of the bra top!
I would like to try the leggings.
I love the tback cami! I’m looking to replenish my tank top supply as I stretched most of mine out during my recent pregnancy.
I soooo need a new pair of leggings.
New leggings
I could use any of these! I’ll say the bra because I haven’t found a great sports bra in years.
I love all of the options but a new workout tank is always the best!
id love to try a workout bra! I’m a part of the itty bitty tittie committee too 😉
I would definitely go for a pair of leggings..for running for travel..for life!
I definitely need a new sports bra! Since I’ve given birth, I’ve pretty much LIVED in my sports bras.
I love the look of the tback cami
I haven’t bought new sports bras in quite some time!
It´s quite embarrassing but I don´t own any leggings at the moment and I´m in desperate need of them- regarding the upcoming winter. And the bras- well you can´t have enough cute looking ones….
Leggings!
I’ve never heard of this brand before but I would love to win a new pair of leggings. You are right about the details of the items, so cute!
Cute clothes! I’d love a new pair of leggings.
I really need a new sports bra and this line looks very nice and cute!
Okay, my favorite thing is the rolling tray. I had never heard of this before…too cool! Happy Anniversary 🙂
Leggings that don’t give you a wedgie? I am IN!!! Also would love to try a sports bra. I rarely find one company where I don’t have to double up for runs…
I could definitely use a pair of leggings for sure 🙂
I’d be super excited about all of them, but especially the leggings – I’m always on the lookout for good new workout bottoms!
Leggings! I’m such a creature of habit I have several paris of two brands – need to branch out!
I LOVE the back of those sports bras and tanks!!! I would love it all!
I am always on the hunt for the perfect sports bra! BUT that tank with the twisted racerback is to die for!
I haven’t bought a new sports bra in years…. And the ones I have are killing me! And who wouldn’t want a new pair of leggings!!