My Favorites
Fall for my faves, too.
Life is better with vintage style, leopard print, dark chocolate, key lime pie,
and nerding out on knowledge and tools.
Love me some STYLE.
"Fashion is what you're offered four times a year by designers. And style is what you choose."
- Lauren Hutton
RoseHillDesignStudio
A few years ago, a girlfriend introduced me to Heather Stillufsen’swork on Instagram. We’d often tag each other on her posts. I absolutely love Heather’s messaging and her beautiful artistry. Her shop RoseHillDesignStudio on Etsy is filled with prints and stationary for you and special gifts. Gooooood luck on choosing! CLICK BELOW to check out her work.
Conscious Ink
How cool are these? Tattoos by Consious Ink are super fun for retreats, gifts, and for personal reminders to love yourself and love life. I wore my first one at a retreat, and instantly became hooked. CLICK BELOW to choose between their many designs. Show we your ink, tag me @donnampost and @growthcaffeinepodcast on Instagram.
Joy Cuffs
Truth, I’m a sucker for things with inspirational wording on it. And, I love the whole vibe of adult friendship bracelets. It’s the kid in me that I can’t shake. I’ve owned different brands of motivation bands, but I love how sturdy Joy Cuffs are, because I am rough on my things. CLICK BELOW to scoop one for you and your special someone.
Leopard Print on Amazon
Leopard print is my favorite color. It can be classic, glamorous, and trendy. Some of my favorite leopard print pieces on Amazon are:
Fun Blazers
World Market Accessories
Chances are if you see me, I’m wearing a hat of some sort. Eh, I’d say it’s a bit of a signature piece to my style at this point. I love baseball hats, fedoras, panama hats, sun hats, crazy hats, hats in the summer, and hats in the fall. Basically, any hat that makes it quicker for me to look stylish in less time. Most people don’t think of World Market when they think of accessories and hats, but CLICK BELOW, it’s my secret style weapon.
Can’t get enough of
EATS N’ TREATS
“What you see before you, my friend, is the result of a lifetime of chocolate.”
- Katharine Hepburn
Ghiradelli Dark Chocolate
First things first, it’s dark chocolate or bust. There’s lots of fancy chocolate out there, but Ghiradelli dark chocolate is my go to chocolate. I’m always down for dark chocolate with peanut butter, hazelnuts, or sea salt and caramel. And, when it comes to hot chocolate, Ghiradelli Hot Cocoa is THE only way to go! Rich and chocolatey! Let’s be chocolate friends! Tag @donnamariepost and @growthcaffeinepodcast to show me your favorite caffeine in chocolate form! CLICK BELOW to check out all the different chocolates!
Key Lime Pie
I didn’t grow up loving key lime pie, but when I tasted California Pizza Kitchen’s key lime pie, I was hooked. It is my go to request for special events and holidays. Nothing like having a good friend surprising you with a slice of it at your door. I always order mine with extra whip. CLICK BELOW to find the nearest key lime pie to you. (The online menu doesn’t always show the key lime pie, but no worries, it’s still available.)
Geeking out on
KNOWLEDGE and CREATIVITY
“An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all.”
- Oscar Wilde
Compendium.
I go through a dozen journals a year. Always note taking, always brain dumping on paper. I feel like a kid in a candy store on this site. It’s my love for paper products. I want all the things, especially all the journals. The fact that everything is so pretty, with inspirational sayings, and affordable, makes this site my weakness and the perfect gift stop. CLICK BELOW to grab a journal to have handy for all of your ideas.
Silk + Sonder
Bullet journaling in one word: ADDICTIVE. For years, most of my planners had areas I never used, and when I couldn’t track what I wanted to track, I would end up buying a different planner. And, then another and another. That’s where bullet journaling came into my life. It helps me track everything I want to track - habits, books I’ve read, adventures, memories, random acts of kindness, and of course, dates, tasks, and things to get done, in ONE place! What the heck is bullet journaling? START HERE. Not enough time and creative juices to create your own? CLICK BELOW, SILK + SONDER are pre-curated bullet journals that I absolutely love!
Audible
I loooove the smell of a book and holding a book in my hands. Barnes & Nobles used to be my second home. Yet, after becoming a mom, finding the time to read a book uninterrupted, seemed impossible. Until, I discovered Audible. I’ve found listening while on the go or while doing house work, is the easiest way to fit in reading a book (translation: hands-free and listening on the go). If you haven’t already signed-up, CLICK BELOW for your free trial. Tag @donnamariepost and @growthcaffeinepodcast to share which book you’re listening to right now.
HEALTHly vibes only
“You can’t enjoy wealth if you’re not in good health.”
- Anonymous
Spartan Races
My favorite movie is 300. Our dog is named Spartan Beast Post. My husband and son both run Spartan Races. So, it’s safe to say, we are a Spartan Race lovin’ family. I love the grit and endurance and the crazy training regimes associated with the races. While I continue to strengthen my body from injuries, I write “Finish a Spartan Race with Craig. Healthy,” in my dream journal every dang day. For now, being a proud spectator is easy on my eyes.
CLICK BELOW to check out a race near you.
On Running Shoes
Never heard of Ons until I injured both of my knees and my back and was in physical therapy. I went into a specialty running store and the owner had me try on all types of shoes, leaving the Ons for last. As a thrifter, the price was a tough pill to swallow until I slid my feet into them. It’s like walking on clouds. I will never go back. Ons or bust. No clue what they are? CLICK BELOW to check out the latest collections.
Goodr
There’s running, there’s jogging at a 12 minute mile pace (uh, me!), and then there’s jogging in style. Our entire family is pretty active. So, when my sister-in-law introduced us to Goodr’s no slip, no bounce running shades, they became our fam’s go-to shades. Love the fun colors and prints, and absolutely love their Runway collection. CLICK BELOW to see which design you’ll rock outdoors.
Lightlife
Mexican Crumbles
I’m a pesca-vegetarian that looooves tacos and guava margaritas. When I’m craving tacos with a kick, I stock up on Lightlife Smart Ground Mexican Crumbles. Add avocado, chipotle ranch, lettuce, and salsa - yuuummmmy! CLICK BELOW to check out the product and their recipe ideas.
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Figuring out this MOM thing.
“Becoming a mother makes you realize you can do almost anything one-handed.”
– Unknown
Galileo Camps
I never got to go to summer camp as a kid. I always dreamt of sending my kid to a super cool camp, so being able to send our son to Galileo Camps was a dream come true. Every morning he would rush us out the door and then he’d count the minutes until the next camp day. The innovator projects are so fun! CLICK BELOW to check it out.
Gone THRIFTIN’
“My favorite sport is thrifting.”
- Unknown
Vintage and Resale
I grew up going to garage sales with my mom every summer. Then, I graduated to thrift stores where I would spend hours and hours combing the racks. Now, thriftin’ is one of my absolute favorite things to do. There’s something about the hunt that I can’t enough of. I hunt for it all - vintage clothing, jewelry, art, and home decor. I mean come on, I scored a cool bar cart for $20! Below, are pics of some of my fave new finds. CLICK BELOW to check out my two favorite places for vintage inspiration.
