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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The back of the tanks are SOOOOO cute. I would love those!
i need a sports bra!
I would love love love a new pair of leggings and I am always in the market for cute tanks!
sports bra would be perfect for hot yoga–LOVE!
I love the looks of those tanks!
The Teaser Tank in White is my favorite. It is simple but looks like it wouldn’t move around when doing jumping exercises 😉
Wow I really think I need the t-back cami in fuchsia!
Looks like a great line!
I want that bra! The back is so cute!
And happy Halloween and anniversary! Ryan’s gift to you was so sweet and thoughtful!
Love the strap pt sports bra!
I would love to win a new workout tank!
I need a new pair of leggings, specifically capri length. I only have one pair and they are starting to wear out.
Super cute stuff! I was just thinking about how I need a new sports bra this morning.
I would love a new pair of leggings!
I could always use new tanks for pure barre!
As a smaller chested girl myself, I would love to try the sports bra! Have a great weekend at the wedding!
I could definitely use more leggings/ crops! I hate ones that are too thin, or too constricting. I also cannot stand ones That get too droopy after being sweaty. But based on your description these sound like they may fit the bill!
The tank tops are super cute!
I would LOVE to try the cami shirt/bra!!!!! It looks uber comfortable
The twist tank is so cute! And I am allllways in the market for more leggings and workout capris! 🙂 Happy Halloween!
I’d love to try a pair of Montiel’s leggings!
I really like all of them! I’m always on the lookout for new sports bras or leggings though!
OH MY GOSH. I NEEED that twist tank in my life immediately! Its so perfect!!
I am always searching for a new sports bra. I’m tall so I find many are too short and uncomfortable on my shoulders. I love the twist details!
I would be super excited to try thier leggings!
I need a new pair of leggings SO badly and would love those!
the sports bra and top you have on are great! I could also use some more leggings before winter!
I think all of their stuff is absolutely adorable, which really shouldn’t be a word in your vocabular when you are looking for workout gear, but let’s be real we all feel better when we are wearing cute workout gear. So with that, I would love the tank top. I love the cut of it and the back is so cute. This would be great for me as I am trying to get back on track with working out and that would be a motivational piece to get me back in shape!
Wow, they have such cute designs. I would love a new pair of leggings!
Love the design! Definitely flattering and fashionable workout workout clothes. I’d love the sports bra 🙂
I would love to try out the tank top. Show off the shoulders!
I would love a new pair of work out pants!
Who knew sports bras could be cute? I love it!
I am desperate for a comfortable and supportive sports bra!
I would love a new pair of leggings or capris!!! Mine always seem to be dirty, so having an extra pair would be wonderful to add into my gym rotation! What a cute brand!
I could really use a new sports bra! Thanks for introducing me to this brand — I’m going to check them out!
I’m always on the lookout for a cute but functional sports bra. These look like they would be perfect!
Ooo I would love one of the sports bras! I’ve been desperately searching for one and have had your blog post on sports bras for small chests on the back of my mind. I’m small chested and have such a hard time finding a comfortable, yet flattering sports bra!
I’d love to try the leggings. Having lost weight, my gym clothes just don’t fit the same and the pants are starting to slide down. Good and Bad at the same time.
first – thank you! (and your mom) for posting that small appliance slider!! I’ve been having the same “issue” with my keurig and this looks like the perfect solution.
for the giveaway I would LOVE that tear drop bra or leggings for winter, all of mine are on their last legs so something new for my barre classes would be great!
have fun at the wedding!
The twist back tank is everything! I’m currently recovering from surgery and need all the comfy cute clothes I can get! Is love to wear it to barre once I’m healed 🙂
I’ve been doing Pure Barre and need long leggings! I would love a pair.
The quality really shows through in the photos! I need a new sports bra and am always looking for ones with different straps. The one you are wearing would definitely do the trick! Thanks for sharing 🙂 Happy halloween!
I could definitely make use of a quality pair of leggings with this quick transition to fall we’ve had in Oregon!
Leggings or capris are much needed in my wardrobe right now 🙂
i hope you have a fun wedding weekend in savannah! =)
i’m in need of a new pair of leggings. all of the workout items look cute!
I love the sports bra! The back is so cute!
I am in need of some new tanks and these are so cute and flattering!
I would really nice a good pair of leggings that I can wear this winter- things get pretty cold in the northeast and a good pair would motivate me to get out on cold days!
love the tanks!
Definitely the sports bra! I am always on the look-out for sports bras that give me a little “oomph” – most flatten me out and it’s just not a good look, lol.