winter — Blog — Morning Coffee Plans

Let’s be honest, winter gets a bad rap. The season is associated with gray skies, cold weather, and cold and flu season. As a tried-and-true Midwesterner, I have to say tho- it’s not all that bad! As a matter of fact, as I write this, it’s all sunny and blue skies over here. As with everything else, weather is what you make of it. Here’s a few of the fun things I’m digging right now to brighten up my winter.

Mentha Lip Balm

This is my favorite lip balm ever. I use it year-round, but it’s especially nice in the winter when your lips constantly feel like dry sandpaper. I buy mine at Bath and Body Works, but you can also get it directly from C.O. Bigelow.

Eddie Bauer Blanket

This thing is so big and soft and comfy and yes, I basically live in it. I have many other blankets, but this one is far and away my favorite to snuggle up with every night. We found this at a Home Goods store, but you can also buy it direct from Eddie Bauer.

Rae Dunn Work/Relax Mug Set

LOVING THIS NEW MUG SET! I bought mine off of Amazon, but I know Rae Dunn is commonly sold at TJ Maxx and Home Goods as well. I love the textured ceramic material and they are really heavy-duty,

Long Open Cardigan

Winter is also known as cardigan season. I’ve been loving open cardigans like this one that I can easily layer over lighter shirts to keep me warm in the cold temps of my office or the actual outdoors. They work great with leggings, too, which is the basic qualifier for an item to be in my wardrobe.

Smoothie Recipes

Apparently my body is trying to cling to the summer months because I’ve had a HUGE craving for smoothies recently. They’re really easy to make and to customize to your preferences. Pinterest has a ton of recipes like this one for you .

Sunglasses

You have to shield your eyes in the winter too, people! I picked up some new sunglasses from Maurices and I feel like they trick my brain into thinking it’s warmer outside than it really is. Check out their online selection of sunglasses.