So let's start with three simple (and healthy) tasks to try and accomplish every day. If you can't do all three - then tomorrow is a fresh beginning again.
What resolutions or goals do you have for yourself this year?
Love Always,
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
{3 simple healthy habits to try}
Something about a New Year always brings really big resolutions and goals. Don't get me wrong - I have a huge list! Almost to the point where I thought "can I really do all of this?" By the time February rolls around most people have given up because they feel defeated or they believe their goals aren't actually attainable. Perhaps it's because they aren't approachable? A goal can be made overnight but it's certainly not accomplished overnight! So I like to break my goals down into simpler steps. If you want to workout more then focus on getting to the gym once or twice a week; once you accomplish that move your goal up to three times a week. Always focus on the successes and not the steps backward. You can always start again - not just at the beginning of the year!
So let's start with three simple (and healthy) tasks to try and accomplish every day. If you can't do all three - then tomorrow is a fresh beginning again.
So let's start with three simple (and healthy) tasks to try and accomplish every day. If you can't do all three - then tomorrow is a fresh beginning again.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
{2019 amazon favorites}
I know it's almost the end of January but I've been seeing lots of Amazon recap posts and I LOVE seeing other people's favorites haha. It's like getting a peak into someone's closet - so much fun! Plus, Amazon has everything under the sun and you can search for hours and find a million great things and others will still find something different. So it's cool to see what worked for people and how they vary. I had a lot of favorites from last year so I could only narrow it down to 20. I'm thinking I may do this every month? It may not always be a set number of things but you never know what may spark someone's fancy or help them out in their life! So let's get to it shall we?
Adjustable Waist Belt // One of my girlfriends told me about this belt when I forgot my elastic one at home and I quickly ordered this for a wedding. It is SO comfortable because you can tighten or loosen it in a snap. I got the gold and it is so slim and elevates any outfit you need to belt! I've had multiple people order it on the spot when I wear it out haha. Not having a belt end hanging down when you need it high on your waist is amazing!
Grease Splatter Screen // I cook pretty much every single night... I'm a great cook but Kyle says I'm messy lol. A food blogger friend of mine, Miss Finger Foodie, recommended this to help with splatter and to let the steam escape. When I would use a glass lid moisture would get trapped and I had a hard time crisping some things up. This did the trick for me!
Yeti Mug // Technically this was a present for Christmas in 2018 - BUT I use it almost every single day last year... and continue to this year haha
Green Ruffle Mini Dress // I bought this dress for my sister's engagement party and got SO many compliments on it. I loved the open back and long sleeves so it was appropriate for a winter party but could also work for spring. I paired it with brown knee high boots but can't wait to wear it again with sandals. I've seen this style on multiple websites and it averages for about $60.. um, no haha. This held up through sitting and standing and packing a couple of times ;)
White V-Neck Sweater // I did a big sweater try-on during the fall and this was one of two favorites (the other is listed below)! I loved that the v-neck helped it breathe when I wore it here in KW and the bell sleeves added such charm. I can never say no to a white sweater either
Colorblock Sweater // My absolute favorite sweater of the season (I'm still wearing it here when it's chilly!!) I loooove the colors and the slight balloon look in the sleeve. It's very warm and super soft too.
Polka Dot Skirt // I've worn this skirt so many times I can't even remember all of the ways I've styled it... with a white crop top and sandals, with a button down and white sneakers, with black OTK boots and a long sleeve black shirt, etc!! The length is just perfect and the little ruffles make it so girly. I loved this neutral color so I could pair it with fun jewelry.
Collagen For Her Supplements // Collagen seems to be allll the rage still. I discovered this brand because the owner went to VT! I don't always drink tea every day (I don't drink coffee) so taking a supplement is a great way to get the collagen I need! I also buy their matcha collagen powder and make a matcha latte at home often :) I add a touch of honey and a small splash of milk. It's heaven.
Laptop Stand // Since I work from home I'm on my laptop all day sitting at my kitchen table. I started to get really bad "tech neck" from having my head angled down looking at a screen... I ordered this stand (in a pretty walnut color) to bring my laptop up to eye level and then I got a wireless keyboard. This set up isn't completely ergonomic but it's better than what I had before!
Large Frame Sunglasses // Carrie Bradshaw Lied posted about these Celine knock-offs and I knew I had to try them! Plus, they're polarized. Shocked! I love the large square shape and shiny frames to mix up my sunglasses style
iPhone Tripod // Something small and compact that I can throw in my purse and take anywhere! I've used this to take a couple of iphone photos by myself when nobody is around to help. AKA I don't want to ask a stranger ;)
Sunglasses Chains // I can't even remember how many times people have asked me about these. I wore croakies all through college so that I didn't lose my sunglasses and I knew I needed some again but more grown up. Every time I tucked my sunglasses into my shirt neck or up in my hair they would fall off and I was tired of worrying about scratching my expensive Ray-Bans. This gold chain is simple and has held up through boat days!
Pearl Sandals // Classic, girly, and super comfortable. They took awhile to come in but they are one of my most worn sandals for going out and dressing up an outfit! They run TTS.
Green Midi Dress // The perfect Spring dress to go from work to happy hour. This dress didn't wrinkle at all and I loved the length on it. It was very flattering and slimming because of the nipped in waist and the top flowy layer of material. It looked gorgeous with heels or sandals plus it comes in so many colors.
Pleated Pants // I think this was a top seller last year - these pants are adorable with just about everything and universally flattering on everyone! I love love love when y'all send me photos of you wearing something I recommended and all of the cute photos of these pants on y'all made my whole year.
White Lace Coverup // Okay, actually this was my top seller haha! I went nuts over this when I found it and then y'all sold it out :) Luckily, it's back in stock and I'm going to keep wearing it forever. It's very lightweight and perfect to get your arms out of the sun when you need to go back to the beach bar for a cocktail hehe
Steve Madden Sandals // I ordered another style of this shoe and wore it enough that investing in a plain brown pair was worth it. I was excited when I found them on sale AND they were prime so fast shipping!
Garmin Fitness Watch // Another present technically from Christmas 2018, but again, I wore it every day in 2019!! I really ramped up my cardio workouts in 2019 and learned about high intensity versus low intensity workouts. Tracking my steps and seeing the different heart rate zones I was getting in during those workouts was super cool and enlightening. Don't even get me started on how fascinating the sleep tracker is! Everyone seems to have an Apple Watch but I didn't want (or need) to have texting and phone calls on my wrist!
Straw Handbag // A very popular designer created a round handbag last summer and I couldn't justify the price because I didn't know if I was going to carry it enough. Well, then I found this one and the price was much better and I definitely carried it enough haha.
Green PomPom Coverup // The best simple coverup if you don't want anyone to see your bathing suit! The little pompom detail adds some charm to the edges. It's on the shorter side for me - just barely covers my rear end but I love that the sides are open so it breathes easily.
Psst this board is shoppable - just click the item you want to shop!
Grease Splatter Screen // I cook pretty much every single night... I'm a great cook but Kyle says I'm messy lol. A food blogger friend of mine, Miss Finger Foodie, recommended this to help with splatter and to let the steam escape. When I would use a glass lid moisture would get trapped and I had a hard time crisping some things up. This did the trick for me!
Yeti Mug // Technically this was a present for Christmas in 2018 - BUT I use it almost every single day last year... and continue to this year haha
Green Ruffle Mini Dress // I bought this dress for my sister's engagement party and got SO many compliments on it. I loved the open back and long sleeves so it was appropriate for a winter party but could also work for spring. I paired it with brown knee high boots but can't wait to wear it again with sandals. I've seen this style on multiple websites and it averages for about $60.. um, no haha. This held up through sitting and standing and packing a couple of times ;)
White V-Neck Sweater // I did a big sweater try-on during the fall and this was one of two favorites (the other is listed below)! I loved that the v-neck helped it breathe when I wore it here in KW and the bell sleeves added such charm. I can never say no to a white sweater either
Colorblock Sweater // My absolute favorite sweater of the season (I'm still wearing it here when it's chilly!!) I loooove the colors and the slight balloon look in the sleeve. It's very warm and super soft too.
Polka Dot Skirt // I've worn this skirt so many times I can't even remember all of the ways I've styled it... with a white crop top and sandals, with a button down and white sneakers, with black OTK boots and a long sleeve black shirt, etc!! The length is just perfect and the little ruffles make it so girly. I loved this neutral color so I could pair it with fun jewelry.
Collagen For Her Supplements // Collagen seems to be allll the rage still. I discovered this brand because the owner went to VT! I don't always drink tea every day (I don't drink coffee) so taking a supplement is a great way to get the collagen I need! I also buy their matcha collagen powder and make a matcha latte at home often :) I add a touch of honey and a small splash of milk. It's heaven.
Laptop Stand // Since I work from home I'm on my laptop all day sitting at my kitchen table. I started to get really bad "tech neck" from having my head angled down looking at a screen... I ordered this stand (in a pretty walnut color) to bring my laptop up to eye level and then I got a wireless keyboard. This set up isn't completely ergonomic but it's better than what I had before!
Large Frame Sunglasses // Carrie Bradshaw Lied posted about these Celine knock-offs and I knew I had to try them! Plus, they're polarized. Shocked! I love the large square shape and shiny frames to mix up my sunglasses style
iPhone Tripod // Something small and compact that I can throw in my purse and take anywhere! I've used this to take a couple of iphone photos by myself when nobody is around to help. AKA I don't want to ask a stranger ;)
Sunglasses Chains // I can't even remember how many times people have asked me about these. I wore croakies all through college so that I didn't lose my sunglasses and I knew I needed some again but more grown up. Every time I tucked my sunglasses into my shirt neck or up in my hair they would fall off and I was tired of worrying about scratching my expensive Ray-Bans. This gold chain is simple and has held up through boat days!
Pearl Sandals // Classic, girly, and super comfortable. They took awhile to come in but they are one of my most worn sandals for going out and dressing up an outfit! They run TTS.
Green Midi Dress // The perfect Spring dress to go from work to happy hour. This dress didn't wrinkle at all and I loved the length on it. It was very flattering and slimming because of the nipped in waist and the top flowy layer of material. It looked gorgeous with heels or sandals plus it comes in so many colors.
Pleated Pants // I think this was a top seller last year - these pants are adorable with just about everything and universally flattering on everyone! I love love love when y'all send me photos of you wearing something I recommended and all of the cute photos of these pants on y'all made my whole year.
White Lace Coverup // Okay, actually this was my top seller haha! I went nuts over this when I found it and then y'all sold it out :) Luckily, it's back in stock and I'm going to keep wearing it forever. It's very lightweight and perfect to get your arms out of the sun when you need to go back to the beach bar for a cocktail hehe
Steve Madden Sandals // I ordered another style of this shoe and wore it enough that investing in a plain brown pair was worth it. I was excited when I found them on sale AND they were prime so fast shipping!
Garmin Fitness Watch // Another present technically from Christmas 2018, but again, I wore it every day in 2019!! I really ramped up my cardio workouts in 2019 and learned about high intensity versus low intensity workouts. Tracking my steps and seeing the different heart rate zones I was getting in during those workouts was super cool and enlightening. Don't even get me started on how fascinating the sleep tracker is! Everyone seems to have an Apple Watch but I didn't want (or need) to have texting and phone calls on my wrist!
Straw Handbag // A very popular designer created a round handbag last summer and I couldn't justify the price because I didn't know if I was going to carry it enough. Well, then I found this one and the price was much better and I definitely carried it enough haha.
Green PomPom Coverup // The best simple coverup if you don't want anyone to see your bathing suit! The little pompom detail adds some charm to the edges. It's on the shorter side for me - just barely covers my rear end but I love that the sides are open so it breathes easily.
Love Always,
Thursday, January 16, 2020
{red dress boutique try-on haul | January}
It's no secret that I not only love to shop but I also LOVE a good sale find! That's one reason I'm always shopping on Amazon ;) the prices are to die for! But I also love online boutiques... you know, the ones that have new arrivals daily, limited amounts, and the cutest/most unique pieces? Enter Red Dress Boutique. I have been shopping from them for years (since the Lesley Murphy days on the Bachelor) and only recently discovered how amazing their sale section is. Almost every piece I purchased recently was under $30 and marked down to 50% off! I had some store credit from returning pieces past the window deadline and fell in love with a dress in an email blast so I decided it was time to grab a couple of new things for 2020!
Everything I purchased is in a size Small and I'm 5'-6" for height reference. I'm also normally a 2-4 and small but if something runs big I can fit into an XS.
Feel free to email me or DM me (@jennrog on IG) if you have any questions or need help picking a size!
Everything I purchased is in a size Small and I'm 5'-6" for height reference. I'm also normally a 2-4 and small but if something runs big I can fit into an XS.
Love Always,
Friday, November 29, 2019
{black friday sales 2019}
It's that time of year again! Black Friday is here and some of the best sales of the year have started :) This is normally when I buy all of my Christmas presents... I like to knock everything out and get the best prices on the things my family has asked for! However, this year I didn't have time to make lists for everyone beforehand. Kyle just got back from deployment last Sunday so my brain was focused on that, packing up, and traveling to the OBX for Thanksgiving with his family. We left yesterday morning. I couldn't help but wake up early this morning to get a quick list together for those of y'all that will be shopping!
Before you start shopping... I want to quickly say thank you for clicking my links and then making purchases :) I may make a small commission from your purchase and it helps support me and keeps this blog up and running! I know a lot of you ask me for links to shop through and it means everything. I love putting this together for y'all - even if it only helps ONE person!
Abercrombie & Fitch // 50% off site-wide. No code required.
Aerie // 40% off their collection
American Eagle // 40% off + free shipping!
Anthropologie // 30% off everything
ASOS // 30% off everything with code BIG30
Backcountry // Up to 50% off (30% off Patagonia, 25% off The North Face)
Banana Republic // 40% off site-wide. No code required.
Baublebar // 25% off with code FESTIVE25
Gap // 50% off everything with code BLKFRIDAY
Goodnight Macaroon // 30% off with code GIVING30 on any purchase, 40% off with code GIVING40 when you spend $250+, 50% off with code GIVING50 when you spend $450+
H&M // 30% off everything + free shipping!
Gigi New York // Gift more, save more - save $25 with purchase of $125; save $75 with purchase of $250; save $110 with purchase of $350; save $175 with purchase of $500; save $400 with purchase of $1000
J.Crew // 50% off with code SHOPEARLY for J.Crew members + 40% off with code WHYWAIT
J.Crew Factory // 60% off everything
Kendra Scott // 25% off everything or 30% off when you spend $300+
LOFT // 50% off with code FRIYAY
LuluLemon // Lots of great items marked down!
Macy's // Doorbuster deals!
Madewell // 30% off purchase with code GIFTWELL
Mark and Graham // Up to 50% off Black Friday deals, 20% off + free shipping on everything with code FRIENDS
Nordstrom // up to 50% off select items + buy more, get more for Nordstrom members
Old Navy // 50% off everything
Pottery Barn // 25% off site-wide with code THANKFUL
Revolve // up to 50% off tons of great prices
Sephora // $15 & under Black Friday deals
Serena & Lily // 25% off site-wide with code THANKFUL
Shopbop // Buy more, save more! 15-25% off varies based on how much you spend with code MORE19
Sole Society // 30% off all shoes and bags
Spanx // 20% off site-wide (Everyone's favorite leather look leggings!!)
Stoney Clover // 25% off site-wide (won't last all day)
Topshop // 50% off site-wide
Tory Burch // 30% off when you spend $250+ with code THANKS
Tula // 25% off all orders site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY19
Urban Outfitters // Buy one, get one 50% off mix and match merchandise
Wayfair // up to 80% off + free shipping!
Waiting on Martha // 10-20% off site-wide
West Elm // Buy more, save more! 15-30% off depending on amount spent with code SAVEMORE
Williams Sonoma // 20% off your purchase + free shipping with code THANKFUL
Before you start shopping... I want to quickly say thank you for clicking my links and then making purchases :) I may make a small commission from your purchase and it helps support me and keeps this blog up and running! I know a lot of you ask me for links to shop through and it means everything. I love putting this together for y'all - even if it only helps ONE person!
Abercrombie & Fitch // 50% off site-wide. No code required.
Aerie // 40% off their collection
American Eagle // 40% off + free shipping!
Anthropologie // 30% off everything
ASOS // 30% off everything with code BIG30
Backcountry // Up to 50% off (30% off Patagonia, 25% off The North Face)
Banana Republic // 40% off site-wide. No code required.
Baublebar // 25% off with code FESTIVE25
Gap // 50% off everything with code BLKFRIDAY
Goodnight Macaroon // 30% off with code GIVING30 on any purchase, 40% off with code GIVING40 when you spend $250+, 50% off with code GIVING50 when you spend $450+
H&M // 30% off everything + free shipping!
Gigi New York // Gift more, save more - save $25 with purchase of $125; save $75 with purchase of $250; save $110 with purchase of $350; save $175 with purchase of $500; save $400 with purchase of $1000
J.Crew // 50% off with code SHOPEARLY for J.Crew members + 40% off with code WHYWAIT
J.Crew Factory // 60% off everything
Kendra Scott // 25% off everything or 30% off when you spend $300+
Favorite Pieces:
LOFT // 50% off with code FRIYAY
Recent Purchases:
LuluLemon // Lots of great items marked down!
Macy's // Doorbuster deals!
Madewell // 30% off purchase with code GIFTWELL
Mark and Graham // Up to 50% off Black Friday deals, 20% off + free shipping on everything with code FRIENDS
Nordstrom // up to 50% off select items + buy more, get more for Nordstrom members
Old Navy // 50% off everything
Recent Purchases:
Pottery Barn // 25% off site-wide with code THANKFUL
Revolve // up to 50% off tons of great prices
Sephora // $15 & under Black Friday deals
Serena & Lily // 25% off site-wide with code THANKFUL
Our Purchases for the home:
Shopbop // Buy more, save more! 15-25% off varies based on how much you spend with code MORE19
Sole Society // 30% off all shoes and bags
Spanx // 20% off site-wide (Everyone's favorite leather look leggings!!)
Stoney Clover // 25% off site-wide (won't last all day)
Topshop // 50% off site-wide
Tory Burch // 30% off when you spend $250+ with code THANKS
Tula // 25% off all orders site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY19
My Favorites:
Urban Outfitters // Buy one, get one 50% off mix and match merchandise
Wayfair // up to 80% off + free shipping!
Waiting on Martha // 10-20% off site-wide
West Elm // Buy more, save more! 15-30% off depending on amount spent with code SAVEMORE
Williams Sonoma // 20% off your purchase + free shipping with code THANKFUL
Thank you again for stopping by Southern Anchors to shop for your loved ones this Christmas! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving with their friends and family and are excited for the Holiday season!
Love Always,
Friday, November 22, 2019
{maximizing your wardrobe}
One of my favorite things to do is mix and match my wardrobe. If you can't wear something more than one way then it's not worth purchasing... I think that goes without saying haha. I leave for Thanksgiving with Kyle's family in OBX next week and have already been plotting about what to pack. It's been gorgeous here in Key West (low 70s) so I can wear a light sweater but I'm anticipating layers and booties which is making me feel very festive! Packing has always been hard for me (things everyone says) because I want to bring everything with me but keeping a suitcase under 50 lbs is torture. So I thought it would be fun to share a couple of wardrobe staples and style them with some new Loft pieces I ordered - styling them in multiple ways!
I don't want you to view this blog post as "buy this" or "you need this" - instead, I want you to view it as an inspiration. I wanted to show how adding a poncho or changing your shoes can create a new outfit and dress it up or down!
Some basics... black pants, blue jeans, white sweater, and a black shirt! Plus two pairs of shoes
Some fun tops... maroon blouse and grey layered top!
Then top it all off with some cute ponchos... one grey and one olive green!
Adding a poncho on top or switching out your shoes is one of the easiest ways to transform an outfit! The best trick in the book ;) you can wear the same shoes and pants and nobody will know hehe. Plus, this is a great way to add some warmth if you aren't a lover of big scarves (that can sometimes get in the way of eating). It's also amazing to me that changing out of blue jeans and putting on black pants can elevate your look in a snap. I only wore two pairs of shoes for these outfits but adding heels to any of these outfits can work. Nude, leopard, black, OTK boots!
I don't want you to view this blog post as "buy this" or "you need this" - instead, I want you to view it as an inspiration. I wanted to show how adding a poncho or changing your shoes can create a new outfit and dress it up or down!
All it takes is 8 pieces to create 15 looks:
Old Navy Rockstar Blue Jeans // Old Navy Black Jeans // Vince Camuto Suede Booties (Tortilla Suede - tts) // Birdie's Leopard Loafers (go whole size up) // Reversible Black Long Sleeve T-shirt // H&M White Chenille Sweater // Loft Olive Green Poncho // Loft Grey Poncho // Loft Maroon Blouse // Loft Grey&White Blouse
Which outfit is your favorite? I hope this was helpful and gave you some ideas to shop your closet a bit this holiday season :)
Love Always,
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