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Friday Favorites #520

by Kaylah Stroup June 21, 2019

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Dunsen Dunsen’s Keds collaboration is TOO GOOD!

Love love love this mustard yellow jean jacket.

How fun is this travel laundry bag!?

I have been seeing so many cute power strips lately. Like, that shouldn’t even be a sentence but c’mon, how can you resist a purple one!

If you’re looking for a fun assortment of succulents to try out, this set of 10 cuttings is a great price and has awesome reviews.

I grew up in the 90’s and I still haven’t gotten over my love of clear electronics. Check out this bluetooth speaker!

Love is love.

This color block dress!

Ohhh! This color frame polaroid film is so so so pretty.

I just keep seeing ads for these super bright Chacos! They come in a bunch of different colors. Honestly, I can’t even pick a favorite.

Link love…

  • I’m a little embarrassed to admit how much I want a lava lamp.
  • How fun is this phone case!?
  • Baby blue & white wrap dress with flutter sleeves. I dig it.
  • Love this colorful dress.
  • I want to flip through this book immediately.
  • You already have to have something to charge your phone, why not have it be a nightlight too!?
  • These reverse mermaid pins made me laugh big time.
  • How cute is the floral pattern on this bra?!

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #519

by Kaylah Stroup June 14, 2019

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I cannot get enough of this happy little ghost vase by Lorien Stern. It’d be perfect for all my found flower arrangements.

This swim suit!

I’m digging this coyote skull pin.

How adorable is this planter!? It can be hung too! (It’s under $20!)

Perfect tank for summer! Simple, easy to wear but with a tiny bit of flare from a fun shoulder detail.

This hip model! Yes, please! Fare Well Trading actually has tons of super fun finds.

Way into this shelf which you can hang any way your heart desires!

This dress looks so breezy and like it’d just be easy to thrown on with a pair of shoes and go! I’m just a huge sucker for flutter sleeves.

Cat loaf!

Just a fun little anatomic model advertisement for Diuril pharmaceutical. I love vintage pharmaceutical goodies like this.

Can’t believe it’s the year 2019 and I’m over here all “look how cute this scrunchie is!” but… here I am! It’d just look so pretty in any color of brightly dyed hair. It’d really *pop!*

Link love…

  • Mustard shorteralls!
  • More overalls – this time a white mini dress! To be fair, I would probably never wear that because I’m messy as all heck and white is always a mistake for me but gosh, that model looks cute.
  • Okay okay, one last pair. Another white pair, this time full length!
  • Love this moon phase garland.
  • Eye rug!
  • Cactus PJs! And another pair.
  • I know that white sheets with brightly dyed hair aren’t a smart idea but this set is so cute.
  • I am such a big fan of this weird lamp!
  • Oh!!! This cactus dress!

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #518

by Kaylah Stroup June 7, 2019

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This vintage brass cobra gives me major heart eyes.

Digging this breezy summer dress. This one too. (It’s also b+w polka dot but has a whole different vibe to it.)

I definitely feature Datter’s jewelry every couple of months. I’m just a huge fan.

This phone case! I’ve been perfectly happy with cheap silicone cases for a while now (this is what I have currently!) but oh boy, I’m tempted!

This lobster dress is ridiculous and I LOVE it.

Me currently.

Love the cut out on this dress. The color gorgeous too… although I’m not certain it’d look good with my new hair color.

For some reason I decided to search ‘vintage snail‘. I was not disappointed by the results. Check out this snail incense holder!

Doesn’t this pillow mist sound so relaxing?! Lavender, frankincense & chamomile? Yes, please!

I’m all about black jumpsuits at the moment. (PS Anthropologie has 20% off all clothing this weekend!)

Link love…

  • Button up bug shirt! And while we’re on the subject, a bug dress!
  • Oddities under $30: triple face doll head, vintage doll eyes (gosh, I love these!), 3D circulatory system chart, vintage tooth stamp & a big old syringe from the Soviet Union! Also, this has to be the ugliest jackalope on this postcard… and I love him.
  • How cute are these pink overalls!?
  • Another day, another bodysuit I’m crushing on. Seriously, look at the back of it. I love it!
  • And this bralette?! Yes, please!
  • How cool are these tiny decorative mushrooms to put in your plants!
  • HUGE SALE ALERT – Modcloth is having buy one get one free on their sale section!

Some of my favorites from Modcloth’s sale…

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #516

by Kaylah Stroup May 24, 2019

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Brain air plant planter! YES! (PS If you need air plants, I still recommend this bunch of them. I bought in 2017 and they’re still kickin!)

This dress is so fun!

This pin!

Oh! These shoes are CUTE! (Here’s another great pair of shoes in the same color!)

YES!

This bisected head! Hello! Also awesome – this ear model & “mr gross mouth” (omg!)

Isn’t this stained glass suncatcher gorgeous?! It’s absolutely incredible to me that something like that can be handmade.

Such a cute summer dress! Plus…POCKETS!

I have a major couch crush! After my bright blue couch, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to have one that isn’t bold.

Last year I fell in love with bodysuits. This year, I will wear more of them. Such a simple summer style! How cute would this mustard yellow one be with these polka dot shorts?!

Link love…

  • Love the pattern on this sleep shirt!
  • I’ve been looking at getting a custom piece of jewelry to wear in honor of my mom. I want a ring and I was thinking of getting something like this one with her initals. My issue is I know how huge the internet is and have this feeling that as soon as I order I’ll find something cooler. So, do any of y’all have any recommendations? Even if it’s basically the same thing but just a seller you’ve personally bought from!
  • Skeleton notebook!
  • SadRosetta has a really fun vintage shop. If you enjoy baby dolls and other slightly creepy but somehow charming home goods, check it out! I’m way into this doll.
  • This romper is perfect.

Last but not least, The Dainty Squid shop got a mini update today! There’s a handful of brand new food themed fabrics. Hard to choose a favorite but I really am fond of the hot dogs!

xoxo

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Friday Favorites #515

by Kaylah Stroup May 17, 2019

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This shirt!

I’ve been eyeing up this backpack purse for a little while now. I just love that color.

Pretzel pin!

Oooof, what a dream collection piece!

I’m just picturing these shelves covered in plants. It’s super affordable!

Modcloth is having a huge sale right now. 30% off all dresses, including the ones already marked down!This is one of my favorites.

Another favorite of mine! I feel like a million bucks in this dress. It’s great for twirling!!

On the subject of super cute dresses, check out this wrap dress. It’s also available in long sleeves if that’s more your thing. It was a long winter, y‘all. I am so ready to wear dresses again.

This lamp!!

I love this locket, it even has a little heart inside.

My goodness! Would you just look at this gorgeous mug!?

I am very into these tapestries! There are butterfly and fungus ones too.

Link love…

  • Because I’m all about great dresses this week – here’s another black and white polka dot one.
  • This entryway storage thing with mirror is adorable!
  • I don’t think I’m a white swimsuit kind of gal but if I were, I’d be all over this one. Honestly, that model is just really selling it for me. She’s so cuuuute.
  • The packaging for these sushi socks absolutely kills me! What a fun gift.
  • This is stupid expensive but y‘all, a candle in the shape of an egg that reveals a dinosaur as it melts!!!
  • I am LIVING for Boom Blush’s wedding dresses, especially this beauty.
  • Love love love this flowery bralette.
  • This set of undies is soooo cute!

Last but not least, The Dainty Squid shop got a huge update earlier this week. Over fifty near items! I have so many favorites from this round of goodies but these bunny pouches definitely rank high.

Also, SUSHI!

Happy Friday! xoxo

A few of my favorites from Modcloth’s dress sale!

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Friday Favorites #513

by Kaylah Stroup May 3, 2019

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Absolutely love this plant stand!

A recent purchase I love – these overalls!

See how cute they are!? Also, look at that BEAUTIFUL plant! You can grab one here.

I certainly don’t need a night light but… this one is definitely cute.

Perfect summer dress!

I searched “vase with a face” and was not disappointed. Look at this little cutie.

Because who doesn’t want a brain shaped pin cushion?!

I’m crushing on this pajama set big time. The folks in the review photos are looking extra cute too! I think I need a pair!

This purse! I’m also very into this one. I just really love that mustard color!

Diggin’ this striped skirt!

This listing is just for the stencil but my goodness, I love this finished project!

A sweet little snail that serves no real purpose other than being adorable.

Link love…

  • A shark to hold all your pens + pencils!
  • Colorblock overalls! Holy smokes, these are ridiculous.
  • LOVE this black and white plaid shirt dress!
  • This moon wind chime is very cute. I was honestly just thinking about how relaxing it’d be to sit on a porch with a wind chime.
  • Polka dot jump suit – yes please! It even has flutter sleeves.
  • Crescent moon photo stand. (Really, just gimme anything with a crescent moon!)
  • This snail drawer pull is seriously the cutest.

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #512

by Kaylah Stroup April 26, 2019

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This oven mitt set is right up my alley!

My most favorite boots are back in stock. I’m very tempted to grab a new pair. I had my last pair for over five years before I finally wore them out!

This dress + this jean jacket = I’m ready for summer!

These earrings!

This tank top!

Forever a fan of random household objects that are cuter than they need to be, like this skull brush. (Also available on Amazon.) Its made by the same company that makes this skeleton hand jewelry holder that I’ve been drooling over forever.

I am very into this moth sweatshirt!

Another great summer dress! It’s super affordable too. (Here’s a similar one except it has slightly longer sleeves!)

Yard bouquet season is approaching! These tiny vases would be perfect for all my floral finds. (Love this one too!)

I LOVE Scrinium Daffodil’s insect displays! They’re just so visually appealing.

Obsessed with this pants + sandals combo. I’m still not sure how I feel about this style of pants on myself but I LOVE them on everyone else.

YES! Ya know, because you need something to pair with your favorite leggings.

Link love…

  • Mushroom tank top!
  • Another fun vase! (What can I say, it’s that time of the year and I’ve missed flowers so much!)
  • LOVE this floating night stand but I can’t stop imagining a cat trying to jump on it.
  • This striped jersey dress would make the perfect swimsuit coverup! We’re heading back to the desert in June and I’m already very excited about all the swimming I’ll be doing!
  • Cat enthusiast? Here’s the pin for you!
  • I’m not sure how many times I have to link to this dang velvet bra and booty shorts set before I just suck it up and buy it…
  • Speaking of bras, I just noticed that my all time favorite one is way cheaper than normal right now. I immediately bought two new ones!

Last but not least, Squid turned twelve last week so this weekend we’re celebrating with a huge sale in the shop named after her! Everything is already marked down. It’s a great time to stock up on gifts.

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #511

by Kaylah Stroup April 12, 2019

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Absolute perfect summer dress! Of course, they’d be perfect paired with Teva’s flatforms.

Aren’t these earrings so fun?!

These string lights!!!

LOVE this snail washi tape holder!

I just keep coming back to this top. Of course I love that its striped but those sleeves just get me!

You know eye love this rug!

Not sure I could personally pull off white overalls but this model is killing it and makes me want to try some on!

On the other hand, I know I could pull these black shorteralls off!

I’m just a huge fangirl for Friend Assembly’s planters!

I am wild about Sophia Rapata’s work! It’s so wonderfully spooky. She’s one of my favorite people to follow on instagram!

Link love…

  • This gray chemise! SO cute!
  • A cat-shaped cooling rack! There’s also a cloud version.
  • My favorite jeans are now in shorts form!
  • Continuing on last week’s new feature – Oddities Under $25: ear model, heart model, a whole bunch of resin teeth, vintage dental x-rays & technically shipping knocks it over the price range but this is a pretty rad collection of dental goodies!
  • Not under $25 but holy cow, I love this breast model. I’ve never seen one like it. Honestly, their whole shop is full of fun medical finds.
  • I LOVE this gray bra!

Happy Friday! xoxo

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Friday Favorites #510

by Kaylah Stroup April 5, 2019

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LOVE this vase!

I’m picturing this simple (+affordable!) gray jacket covered in pins and patches and I am in loooove.

How cute is this jumpsuit!?

These socks! I have them in a tan color but I didn’t realize they came in black too!!

Two of the things I love the most on one tshirt – jackalopes + Arizona!

These earrings! So cute!

Don’t mind me, just being a Palate Polish fan girl. Her newest color Artichoke is dreamy!

The Once Upon A Thyme jacket is marked way way down right now. I own it in gray (See it on here!) and LOVE it. It’s my everyday coat. It also comes in navy!

I am way into this mirror. I’m already scheming how to do something similar with a mirror I already own. I love the idea it as another cozy light source. (Y’all, in case you didn’t know, I LOVE lamps!)

This dress!

Link love…

  • Shark dress!
  • Oddities under $25 – tooth in a bell jar, nose + mouth model, hinged typodont, hip joint model , a hand model & a set of tooth molds.
  • It’s super simple but I’m loving this little black dress.
  • Love this friendly shirt.
  • Get meowta here!
  • I’m obsessed with basically everything from the Auden line right now. I recently bought this chiffon romper. UGH. It’s perfect.
  • I already mentioned Tubi in my things I loved in March post but in case you missed that, I’m bringing it up again. 100% free and legal streaming! I’m kind of embaressed to admit how much I’ve been loving Little Women: Atlanta.

I can’t not mention this week’s shop update! A brand new size + lots of new prints. This jackalope boxy pouch came after the update but I am SO excited about how it turned out! Its just perfect!

Happy Friday! xoxo

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