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Whether you’re a big fan of Valentine’s Day or not, you’ll find a gift idea or two on the list…promise! I’ve rounded up gifts that will make anyone in your life smile, from your guy to your mother to your zen friend and teacher. My favorite part about the holiday is spreading the love all around me, even if it’s just with a simple card (these are so cute) and not an extravagant gift. Thanks to all the festive goodies in our shoppe (obsessed with these nontoxic candles and of course these Sugarfina gummies!) right now, I’m officially in lovey-cutesy Valentine’s Day spirit.
What are you gifting this Valentine’s Day? I’d love to know if any of my ideas hit the spot with someone on your list. Cheers, Kat
P.S. While I may be one with cupid right now I remember plenty a Valentine’s Days where I wasn’t; so for your friend that is feeling a bit scorned this time of year how about these gems!!
These new, nontoxic candles by Boy Smells are flying off our shelves in the shoppe. Made of coconut and beeswax, they come in a glossy black glass tumbler and gorgeous embossed matte pink carton…perfect for gifting!
It’s hard to pick a favorite, but it might be Petal for me. This lovely scent for is perfect your bestie; tree flowers, rose sage and patchouli.
Get your guy something sweet and make him smile while you’re at it. This collection of festive candies by Sugarfina is the perfect little something for him on Valentine’s Day.
Each one is wrapped in a watercolor heart sleeve with gold foil XOXO lettering. Included in the bento box: “Kiss Me” sweet and sour sugar lips, “Love You a Bunch” rosette-shaped gummies made with Whispering Angel, “You Make Me Melt” smooch gummies and “True Love” apple caramels coated in white chocolate.
Your zen friend already knows about Moon Dusts, believe me, and she’ll be so stoked with this Valentine’s Day gift. These ingestibles have a cult-following in the wellness world and we’re drinking the Kool-aid here at WOM, too. “Dream Dust” is a soothing edible nightcap that can help lull you to sleep, offering soothing support and emotional calm. It’s wonderful when you add it to your almond milk, coffee tea or smoothie. Check out the rest of the collection HERE.
It’s lovely swapping skincare secrets with my mom these days, and I love when I can introduce her to a must-try brand that she doesn’t know about already! Enter One Love Organics, officially my go-to clean skincare brand that I use every. single. day. This essentials kit is the perfect way to get Mom hooked, too.
Included in the kit: 2.25 OZ. mini gentle foaming cleanser, full size Morning Glory caffeinated serum, full size Skin Dew coconut water cream and full size Vitamin E eye balm with LOVE makeup bag.
For Your Favorite Workout Instructor
Do One Thing Every Day That Centers You: A Mindfulness Journal
My workout instructors I’ve met at my favorite studios via ClassPass were talking mindfulness before it was even a thing! I love the idea of gifting them with this journal for Valentine’s Day as a little “thank you” for kicking my butt and keeping me moving…because loving others starts with loving myself!
The journal includes prompts, quotes and advice that helps us reflect upon the little moments of the day that usually pass us without much thought. The interactive guide helps us find inner peace, solace and meaning by looking at the places and people around us. If it’s anything as good as The Five Minute Journal, it’s a must-have!!!
Here’s the perfect little “happy” for a coworker that always hears the good (and the bad) in your everyday life. This incredibly versatile handcrafted lip treatment is completely all natural and super hydrating (thank the food active antioxidants, vitamins and anti-inflammatory blend for that!). Such a subtle, lovely hue.
Okay let’s be honest, nobody can resist a handful from a bowl fill with classic M&M’s. And especially when they’re in festive Valentine’s Day colors with personalized messages! Our message? “Pizza My Heart” of course. Treat your roommates to a fun message and irresistible coffee table treat this year with a stash of these.
Celebrate a teacher you appreciate with one of these pocket pinstripe journals. It’s the perfect small something that can be used in a wide variety of ways. A true keepsake, it includes a hardcover design with black pinstripe bookcloth and a pale pink interior. Inside, you’ll find 100 lined pages with a pale pink and white grosgain ribbon to keep your place.
For Your Girlfriend
Coton Colors Grey Striped Vase with a Dozen White Roses
These gorgeous vases are brand new to our shoppe, and perfect for making your GF smile. They’re our new favorite (and very versatile) way of celebrating any occasion. Each keepsake vase arrives on the doorstep with a dozen roses, along with an inter-changable attachment and gift enclosure card. It’s the perfect way to continue the celebration long after Valentine’s Day!
Be sure to place your order by Feb. 9 for Valentine’s Day delivery. xo
Both MKR and I are slipping fast into the gorgeous, intriguing world of healing crystals. This box (full of crystals, not chocolates!) completely stole our hearts, and topped our wish list this month. Inside, you’ll find quartz, amethyst, rose quartz, geode, agate, garnet, pyrite, tigers eye, hematite, smoky quartz, labradorite, citrine, amazonite…the perfect gems to add to your starter collection.
Featured image, Rustic White for Waiting on Martha
A few months ago, we packed up our bags and hit the road on a three-day road trip as part of a collaboration with our friends at Garden & Gun. Bags were packed and the car was filled to the brim as Kat, Kathryn and Jenn and I piled into the car for the ultimate adventure and girls trip to the great state of South Carolina.
First stop: Greenville. Being so close to Atlanta, I’ve always heard great things about the city, and it did not disappoint. In true WOM fashion, we toasted to our first day on the road with a bottle of rosé at the wonderful French-inspired Passerelle Bistro. Located on The Liberty Bridge and overlooking Falls Park in downtown Greenville, Passerelle was a casual, yet refined spot perfect for lunch with the girls. An order of Baked Goat Cheese to start, followed by our flavorful, fresh salads and mouth-watering burgers hit just the spot. With satisfied bellies, we then meandered through Falls Park to enjoy the abundant bushes of the bluest hydrangeas, rushing waterfalls, and discover the park’s beautifully-manicured greenery.
After lunch we made our way to the exceptional Hotel Domestique in Traveler’s Rest, about 30 minutes outside of Greenville. The hotel itself resembles that of one of Europe’s most inviting chateaux, as it’s nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains and crafted in rustic hardwoods, exposed stone walls and artisanal ironwork. On the grounds, you can see an old vineyard that saw its last grapes years ago, but its beauty remains and makes for the loveliest view in the distance. Upon our arrival, we were greeted with champagne in the hotel‘s lobby, as we sat in its welcoming, contemporary space that exuded relaxed elegance at its finest. We took a quick dip in the salt water pool before pulling ourself together for dinner at The Lazy Goat. A few weeks prior, we had the privilege of meeting Chef Krystal, The Lazy Goat‘s sweet and very talented pastry chef, one evening as part of Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, and we made sure to dine at this star of Greenville’s foodie scene. In Tapas-style, the group ordered a dozen divine “graze and nibble” dishes, and we settled in with our wine and bites to savor the lovely night on the outdoor patio overlooking the river.
As we drove back to Domestique the storms began to roll in, but we relished the coziness of Hotel Domestique‘s shelter, climbing into our pajamas, opening the windows and chatting on the pristinely trimmed beds with the cracks of thunder enveloping us before we finally turned in for the night. There’s no question how Traveler’s Rest gets its name; it was truly the most renewing place as Hotel Domestique makes for a lovely getaway when you visit South Carolina. Truly, MKR
P.S. Check out scenes from our adventure in the Garden & Gun currently on stands now! We’ll be sharing Day 2 and 3 of our adventure this week here on the blog, so don’t miss the scoop on where to eat and stay in Pawley’s Island and Beaufort. xo
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Recently StriVectin posed a question to me; how do I put my best face forward? And I thought instead of simply answering the question, why not instead invite StriVectin to spend the day with me and actually see how I put my best face forward.
You see since leaving the 9-to-5 cubicle grind behind and becoming an entrepreneur, I’m in the spotlight more than ever. A spotlight I didn’t fully expect, but had to get comfortable with real quick. Because being an entrepreneur means being your brand every moment, in every aspect, in every scenario, of every day. Whether meeting with design clients to pick out the perfect textiles, speaking at a conference, running around town preparing to host a dinner party, or on set for a photo shoot, my face has to often literally represent my brand.
I remember getting pictures back from one of my first photo shoots for Waiting On Martha. The pictures were untouched (read: not Photoshopped) and high resolution. Do you know what it’s like to have your face up close and personal on a 32″ screen?! Well if you’ve ever looked into a magnifying mirror, it’s similar to that…only way more magnified. You see every flaw. Every single flaw.
My skin is something I’ve struggled with since I was a teenager. And while it’s improved in my 30’s, it’s still a daily struggle. Now instead of battling acne, I’m battling the repercussions of not taking care of my skin in my younger years: discoloring and uneven skin tone from baking in the sun and scarring from the acne of my teens and even twenties. That’s where StriVectin’s new Intensive Illuminating Serum comes in. It has truly transformed my skin and helped me feel more confident on and off camera.
I’ll be sharing my daily routine and all the details from my thirty-day skin journey with StriVectin’s Brighten and Perfect system next week, but until then, I ask you: how do you put your best face forward? Truly, MKR
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Photography, Kathryn McCrary | This story is in collaboration with StriVectin, a brand WOM loves and adores. All opinions and imagery are 100% our own.
