I haven't bought any new Stoney Clover in a little bit, since the Disney collection was released, and I feel like I'm due for some new items. I've also been selling some of the SCL items that I don't use or aren't sparking any joy so I'm definitely in the market for a few new things.

Whenever I'm bored I will log onto the website and play around with the customizer. I tend to get inspiration from other SCL lovers on Instagram and in our Facebook group so I like to save those ideas on the website and maybe one day, they will be mine.

Today, the new Seeing Stars collection launches, and I'm not really that into it so I will be skipping it, aside from the scrunchie and key charms. I figured today was a good day to talk about the items that are on my current wishlist to give you all some inspiration if you haven't been feeling the past few launches. Most of these items are 'core' collections aka they are not limited, and are always available (aside from if things are out of stock!) 

If you want to read more about Stoney Clover, below are some other inspiration posts and a brand buzz post that definitely needs some updating! 

• SCL Inspiration for Spring
• SCL Inspiration for Fall
• SCL Cozy Inspiration *this collection might be coming back in some form this winter so definitely keep an eye out
• My SCL Collection *from July 2020
• Brand Buzz: Stoney Clover Lane

Lilac Small Pouch with Sketched Letters and a little NYC

Vegan Leather Open Top with Disney Princess 'Crown' Patch

Lemon Mini Pouch with Taxi Cab and Metro Card Patches

Perwinkle Small Pouch with Pink Pearl Letters and Sketched Bow

Sky Small Pouch with Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather Fairy Patches

Blanc Mini Pouch with Rainbow Gingham Letters

 We are finally wrapping up the trilogy of reviews in the Olive & June x SCL saga. This week is the shade "LHG", named after the other founder, Libby Glazer. 

This is the palest of the colors in the collection and it's described as a neutral with a touch of pink and that is spot on. It's almost white when applied to the nails but you can tell that there is some pink mixed in.

I really loved this color when I first saw it in the bottle and I felt that it filled a void in my collection. I have a few pale colors but they aren't the ones I gravitate most towards, though I think they are a necessity to have. It's almost like having a little black dress in your wardrobe... everyone needs a pale pink in their nail polish collection! 

I will be honest though, I don't think I will be wearing much of this shade until the spring because I am fully in fall mode right now and this just doesn't mesh with my vibe right now. I want all the vampy, dark colors on my nails, not pale pinks. That doesn't mean I don't love this shade and don't think that you shouldn't pick it up -- if you love pale pinks all year round, by all means, run to Olive & June's website to purchase this. 

Just like the other SCL colors, LHG goes on smoothly and perfectly, though with a few more patchy bumps, just because of the nature of the formula. I've found with any and all pale shades, they take a little more TLC to apply and get looking great. I think it probably has to do with the ingredients that make up something so light in color. 

However, this was one of the better pale polishes I've ever used. It went on pretty smoothly with some patches in a few areas and it stayed on nicely until I removed it (to replace it with some fall colors!). It dried nicely, was opaque enough, and looked beautiful on my nails. My mom, who is a massive fan of pale polish, fell in love with this color and I know she'll probably be stealing it from me soon.

All in all, this collection from Olive & June and Stoney Clover Lane is a must-have. Two of my favorite brands came together to deliver beautiful, perfect colors for everyone who likes pink! This collab also made me fall deeper in love with Olive & June as a whole, from their polishes to the nail care essentials, I just want everything the brand has to offer!

What do you think? Are you going to be picking up these SCL polishes? 

xoxo
B

May felt like a really slow month and I'm not sure why. Nothing really happened in May but I did feel like I did a lot. It was the first month in a while that things felt normal; I went to a lot of parties (i.e: bridal showers, weddings, communions) and with the nice weather, it felt like the true start of summer which I'm not hating as much as I usually do.

Memorial Day Weekend was a wash out which I was fine with even though I was busy the entire weekend and as I'm writing this on Monday, I'm exhausted. I just woke up from a two hour nap and know I won't be able to sleep tonight.

Summer is kicking off hot with so many upcoming plans; I have a ton of weddings this summer and a trip to Mexico, my first vacation since I went on spring break senior year of college (that is if you don't count my Disney day trip in 2016 with my old job). I'm really excited for Mexico and can't wait to celebrate all my friends' marriages! 

Summer also brings summer Fridays and I can't wait for the long weekends. It'll be nice to have a few more days to myself to get blog stuff done and try to reframe my routines. Work from home is still going strong, if you didn't know and we'll be back to a hybrid model come the fall. Therefore, I'm going to take advantage of working from home for the next three months. I have really mixed feelings about the return to normal but that's an entirely different blog post.

For now, let's dive into everything I loved this month! All of these are rediscovered items in my collection and you've probably heard about them before but that's the beauty of favorites, they always come back around!

Stoney Clover Lane Silk Scrunchies

A few months ago SCL released silk scrunchies (and eye masks) and I was curious to try the scrunchies. I have my tried and true Slip Silk scrunchies and didn't see the point in switching but I'll try anything Stoney Clover puts out. Well, I've had the scrunchies for a while but really didn't start consistently using them until this month. I think I much prefer them to the Slip ones now. The SCL scrunchies don't stretch out as much as the Slip ones, keep their shape and I feel like they hold a lot more hair, because they are thicker and a little larger. My hair feels secure when in these scrunchies and they don't leave any creases which is probably the most important feature in my opinion. I will probably be purchasing these scrunchies over the Slip ones from now on.

Lele Sadoughi Headbands

This shouldn't be a surprise because I've talked about my love of Lele before but lately I've been into them again. These are the most comfortable, beautiful headbands I've ever purchased and will never purchase a different brand, ever. Nothing compares. They are well made, beautifully designed and so comfortable so I never get a headache or feel like the headband is annoying me. They aren't made of plastic, from what I can see so they don't tightly hug your head. I love how these headbands complete a look, add something special and are almost like putting a piece of jewelry on... it's an accessory in the best way! 

Stoney Clover recently partnered with Lele on a new Gingham collection and I picked up the Watermelon headband. It has crystals adorned on top and it's my first crystal headband from Lele... it's stunning. It's one of the most beautiful pieces in my collection and really ties any simple outfit together. I wear my headbands a ton in the summer because it's so easy to throw on jeans, a tee and one of these headbands for an effortless look. If you haven't purchased a Lele headband yet, I highly recommend you do! 

Kiss Instawave Automatic Hair Curler

This is a product I have definitely mentioned a ton over the years and I have a rediscovered love for my Kiss Instawave Automatic Hair Curler. Over the past few months I've attended a lot of parties and celebrations where I'm taking photos and I hate the way I look. It definitely is my weight (another blog post for a different day) but I think it was also my hair. I've been wearing my hair straight or with a curly blowout but a few weeks ago I decided to curl my hair with this iron and realized how much I love my hair after I use this iron. When my hair is curly, voluminous, and big, it balances out my fast and I just feel like I look so much prettier. 

This is the easiest and really only curling iron I use; it simply grabs your hair onto the barrel, applies the heat, and then beeps when it's done. Then, you unravel it and voila, you have beautiful curly hair. I never was able to use a regular curling iron so this automatic one is key. 

You could see all my Kiss Instawave posts here: 2014, 2018, 2019

Sweet Earth Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

This is a completely random favorite but I can't get enough of this frozen meal. Sweet Earth Foods is all plant based frozen meals and this cauliflower mac & cheese is to die for. I discovered it in Target during the month of May and then found it at my local Stop & Shop. It's vegan (which I am not) and this dish is just so delicious.  It is literally just macaroni, vegan cheese, cauliflower, and breadcrumb. It has turmeric, sweet potatoes and other good-for-you ingredients 

I've purchased it like many five times over the past few weeks and I'm addicted. It satisfies my mac & cheese craving but I still get the nutrition of cauliflower and the protein of vegan cheese. PSA: I'm back on WW after quitting in January (more on that soon) and it's 8sp on the blue plan which is the same as my Trader Joes Guilt Free Mac & Cheese, but I feel as if the Sweet Earth version keeps me fuller longer.

What did you love this month?
XOXO
B

Spring is in the air and that means seasonal Stoney Clover is ready to be worn! It feels like the brand has been in spring mode for a while since their past three collections has felt very spring-like. There was the Puffy Collection, the Denim Collection and most recently the Pastel Picnic Collection. 

I purchased items from all three collections and I'm not sure which one has been my favorite. Everyone was really hyped up for the Pastel Picnic but once I saw the entire collection I was overwhelmed and didn't think I wanted much; I ended up buying two pieces (one that hasn't arrived as I'm writing this). 

As for the other two collections, I have two pieces each and I love them. As much as I love SCL, I 'm trying to limit the amount of items I buy and trying not to buy things because of the hype or because I'm scared of the collection selling out. There's also a lot of core items I want for the summer/any travel I plan on doing so limiting myself is best. 

All three collections are still in stock and put me in a different spring mood so I figured I'd give you some inspiration! 

Pastel Picnic Collection

Lavender Small Pouch with Pastel Picnic Letters

Mint Chip Heart Tote with assorted sketch patches: Lemon Sunflower Rainbow Butterfly Daisy Cherry Bow Rose

Denim Collection

Puffy Collection

 So, yes, this another Stoney Clover Lane inspiration post. They launched their cozy collection today and I have been waiting for this day like it's Christmas. SCL released a cozy collection last year that I purchased a few items from and was kicking myself that I didn't pick up more.

Lucky me, Stoney Clover decided to release a cozy 2.0 and I didn't miss out this time. The cozy collection consists of three colors: moss, hazelnut and rose. It also has two materials: sherpa & fur... so you can be cozy all fall and winter long.

SCL released multiple items (and a few new patches) for this collection, including a new shape... the heart pouch which is a too cute for words. I figured before it all sells out (the mini duffle bag already sold out), I'd do an inspiration post so you can get in on the cozy collection. 

However, first up, let's look at what I bought.

My Cozy Collection Picks

Plain Rose Heart Pouch

Plain Hazelnut Mini Tote

Small Hazelnut Pouch with pearl letters

Purchase Inspiration

Moss Small Pouch with Buttercream Letters

Hazelnut Heart Pouch with Pearl Airplane & Heart

Hazelnut Mini with Pearl Letter

Moss Fanny Pack with Snowflake Patches

Rose Fanny Pack with Pearl Letters

Large Hazelnut with Buttercream, Pistachio, Sparkling Cider and  Pumpkin Spice hearts

Moss Heart with Cozy Rainbow

Hazelnut Mini Backpack with Pearl Letters

Rose Small Pouch with Pearl Airplane

Rose Mini Tote with Pearl Heart and Cozy Rainbow

My obsession with Stoney Clover Lane has gotten completely out of control. I seriously cannot stop spending money with the brand and have joked (too many times) that I should send my paycheck directly to the company. 

I think what has fueled my obsession is the little community of Stoney Clover Lane lovers I've found on Instagram; other bloggers & influencers who adore SCL, interact with the brand and post inspiration on their accounts. It's like we're all enabling each other's addictions. 

If you are reading this and have no idea what I'm talking about, Stoney Clover Lane is an accessories brand run by two sisters, Kendall and Libby. They sell *mostly* nylon pouches that are completely customizable with letters, numbers, and different patches. There is truly something for everyone in this brand, whether you want a tote bag, a pouch for travel, or something for home organization. They also sell face masks and I have about 8 of them right now -- the best masks I own, truly. 

And you definitely don't have to customize the bags, I have a few things that are not customized and I love them! Stoney Clover is quite expensive but I think it's worth it; I was always buying makeup bags and pouches but now I just exclusively buy Stoney Clover.  

I have started using my pouches as bags when I run errands and it's really nice to have something small and compact. I just can't say enough good things about the brand. 

While I have been buying a lot of products from them, I also love to play around in the customizer and save designs for future purchases.  I figured that I could share some of the designs I created and maybe you can use it as inspiration for your next purchase! 

These are a few of my 'fall' themed pouches!

I was going to post this yesterday but the new Fall Nylon collection launched yesterday morning so I wanted to include some inspo with those colors as well! I love a situational, themed pouch so with the fall and holidays coming up, I've been designing a lot of themed pouches. Also, the new fall collections from SCL are so ideal for the season it's crazy.

Fall Collection

Sparkling Cider Large Pouch Sparkling Cider Heart Pistachio Heart Pumpkin Spice Heart Buttercream Heart

Pumpkin Spice Mini Pouch Rolled Embroidery Heart

Cinnamon Sugar Cordoury Open Top Rolled Embroidery Letters

Pistachio Mini Pouch Rolled Embroidery Letters Rolled Embroidery Heart

Sparkling Cider Small Pouch Buttercream Heart Pumpkin Spice Heart Pistachio Heart

Sand Notebook Buttercream Heart Pistachio Heart Rolled Embroidery Letters

Sand Jewelry Roll Pumpkin Spice Glitter Varsity Letters Sparkling Cider Glitter Varsity Letters Buttercream Glitter Varsity Letters

Fall Inspiration

Sand Small Pouch Sand Glitter Varsity Letters

Noir Mini Pouch Boo Icon Patch

Peach Small Pouch Noir Glitter Varsity Letters

Sand Clear Flat Pouch Noir Glitter Varsity Letters

Sand Clear Travel Pouch Turkey Patches

Textured Notebook in Sand Sand Glitter Varsity Letters

Corduroy Collection Inspiration

Toasted Marshmallow Open Top Gold Puffy Letters

Cinnamon Sugar Large Pouch Sand Glitter Varsity Letters Blanc Glitter Varsity Letters

Blueberry Pie Mini Pouch Sapphire Glitter Heart

Cinnamon Sugar Small Pouch Noir Glitter Heart