It’s been a whole year of walk and talks, selfies, shopping and top 5 lists! If you have been here with us from the beginning, we can’t thank you enough. If you joined us along the way, we’re so glad you’re here!
Things look a little different on the blog. Expect us once a week in your inbox as we merge our “Tuesday topic” with your favorite “Friday walk and talk.” It’s everything we like to share among friends wrapped up in one blog/newsletter (can we call it a blog-letter?) to start your weekend.
And check out the new “Shop” link at the menu above. It’s a link to all of our favorite products and the top products you love in one easy to shop place. Let us know what you think of the format changes.
And to celebrate, we’re having a contest!
Enter to win the VERY hard-to-find lululemon belt bag we love so much in a beautiful spring blue color, part of a gift package filled with some of our favorite products.
Walk and Talk (and Top 5)
It’s TOP 5 WEEK as we walk and talk! This week on our walk, we’re talking about your top five bestsellers from January — we love seeing what was a hit (and a miss!) on the blog. And we’re sharing our five favorite finds of the month, too.
In case you missed it, here are the Best of December.
The Readers’ Top 5
- Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer – this has been a fan favorite for a while — have you tried it yet?
- Spanx AirEssentials Pullover – Great news! Your fav and ours just got better — now available in cloud white!
- Athleta Cozy Asymmetrical Pullover – sizing is limited on this warm hug, but we love this sweatshirt too!
- Athleta Delancey Straight Leg Pants – the cream color Megan originally shared is almost sold out, but black is fully stocked (and on the way to Megan’s mailbox).
- LYNK Professional Pullout Cabinet Organizer – all of the LYNK organizers will make your kitchen cabinets feel custom!
Shop the Reader Top 5
Our top five every month are things we have purchased and love. We’d buy any of these again and again, and we think you’ll love them, too.
Megan’s Top 5
- Sorel Kinetic Caribou Shoe – can’t stop wearing these even though I’m not in Colorado anymore
- Christian Dior Addict Lip Tint – all the colors are so good and it stays on through lunch
- Stanley 40oz Quencher Mug – I get the hype! my ice lasts for dayyyyys
- French Hair Pin – if a barrette and bobby pin had a baby
- Ripe Figs: Recipes and Stories from Turkey, Greece, and Cyprus by Yasmin Kahn – it’s more than a cookbook
Shop Megan’s Top 5
Christa’s Top 5
- Skechers D’Lux Infinite Motion Sneakers — affordable, supportive, pain free walks
- Beyond Yoga leggings – new-to-me brand and I’m hooked!
- Glamorise sports bra – best sports bra for bigger boobies (cup sizes D-H)
- Strawberries and Cream White Chocolate Truffles – grab ’em now because they’re only around for Valentine’s Day! (I linked the bigger bag…you’re welcome!)
- The Menu (HBO Max) – edge-of-your-seat thriller I think you’ll love
Shop Christa’s Top 5
What We’re Watching
CHRISTA : Last week, vampires! This week, zombies! I’m currently watching The Last of Us (HBO Max). It’s zombies, the end of the world, good vs. evil — so of course I’m watching! A little predictable? Yes. But with it’s own twist on zombies. And since The Walking Dead ended, this fills the gap in my Sunday night zombie viewing, so I’ll keep watching! If you’re a fan of zombie shows, you should check out the best zombie TV shows ranked by Rotten Tomatoes.
MEGAN : My husband was out of town for a few days so I got free regin on the remote control. I stumbled on The Established Home with Jean Stoffer and gobbled up season one like a bowl of M&Ms. Jean’s aesthetic is old British meets American. She is delightful on camera, like having coffee with a friend and talking about design. Season two is out, with new episodes on Fridays. I’m going to miss her when it’s over.
What’s in My Amazon Cart
MEGAN : This is very random but in the spirit of loving the “what’s in my bag” posts, here is a peek at what’s in my Amazon Cart.
- Your New Playlist: The Student’s Guide to Tapping into the Superpower of Mindset –book for my HS Senior about mindset and how to change it.
- Sel Magique Herb Sea Salt Classic Blend – Fleur de Sel From France, Natural & Unrefined (4oz Bag) –Salt blend for cooking
- Lattice Design Planter Box – 14.75-Inch-Square Decorative Outdoor Flower or Plant Pot – Front Porch, Patio, and Garden Decor by Pure Garden (White) — if Christmas is over it’s basically spring
Something Just For Fun
CHRISTA : If you loved the book as much as we did, be sure to check out this first look at Daisy Jones & the Six, including an original song/debut album, all happening March 3 on Prime Video. And isn’t Riley Keough a perfect choice as the lead!
Something for the Guys
CHRISTA : Have your guys tried DeadSoxy? Premium dress socks that stay in place and won’t slide down. Husband-recommended and son-approved — especially the college collection! Great gift idea!
MEGAN : Love these socks! They are the perfect Valentine treat for your college son, husband or both! Ooooo, they would be a super cute graduation gift for a boy heading off to college, too.
Something You Need (Trust Us!)
MEGAN : I got this luxurious hand cream by Soft Services. It’s their Theraplush – Overnight Repair Treatment. My cuticles have hang nails, my hands have been so dry. Two uses and I’m practically a hand model. Kidding, but it is really good. I bought it because I loved the bottle/applicator but I’m staying for the cream. AND they sell the refill pods, you don’t have to buy the bottle each time. Good for the environment.
The nightly treatment that cushion-coats hands in retinol and colloidal oatmeal, restoring skin, cuticles, and nails while you sleep. Housed in a reusable case with airless pump, designed to live bedside as the last step in your routine. The whipped, dense cream gloves hands in a soft, waxy protective layer. Retinol resurfaces areas with uneven color or texture, while colloidal oatmeal soothes dry, chapped skin and damaged cuticles.
CHRISTA : I just ordered this — and had no idea Megan has secretly been trying it already! Scary how we are starting to think alike! I’ll pass on my review in a few weeks!
Friends Share the Good Stuff
FROM OUR STYLISH FRIEND GEORGI ON THE SHORE:
“This stocking stuffer from your Holiday Gift Guide is a winner!”
Thanks for sharing Georgi, and may the force be with you. Might we also suggest that the RED Light Saber Chopsticks would be a brilliant Valentine gift for the chopstick lovers in your life. Light up Light Saber Chopsticks
Have something you love or can’t live without? Did you find a great deal? Well, do tell! Share with us and we’ll pass it along…because friends share the good stuff!
What’s Happening on the Blog
The most popular link from last week is this weekly planner. Start off every week feeling organized by planning your upcoming appointments and to do’s in one place.
…and Last Year on the Blog
Weekly Walk and Talk | 02.04.22 – It’s the FIRST walk and talk, filled with all the things we love — binge shows, window shopping and new sneakers!
Is there something you’re looking for? Let us know! Drop us a note and we’ll get right on it!
Christa’s Links and Top 5
- Top 5 from January:
- The Last of Us (HBO Max)– also check out the best zombie TV shows ranked by Rotten Tomatoes
- Daisy Jones & the Six (Prime Video) trailer and original song
- DeadSoxy men’s socks (check out the collegiate collection)
Megan’s Links and Top 5
- Top 5 from January:
- The Established Home with Jean Stoffer
- In my Amazon cart:
- Theraplush – Overnight Repair Treatment
- Light up Light Saber Chopsticks
Friends share the good stuff on social media, too! Follow us @styleamongfriends on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest for more more style, decor, beauty, recipes and other fun finds.
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TGIF!
This may seem like a stupid question as you both know streaming technology alot more than me …for YouTube, I assume you can watch this on a smart TV …as opposed to an iPad?
How do I do this?
Thanks …seems like alot of good stuff is on YouTube lately …and I know is this free (for right now) 🙂
Stay warm this weekend! Barbara
Hi Barbara, Yes you can view lots of great stuff on YouTube both on your smart TV and your iPad. On the iPad just go to YouTube and search for what you’re looking for (i.e. music video, how to change a light fixture, 20 min yoga class). Your smart TV should have a “button” like Netflix, just click on that and do the same!