The Moptop

Denim Days

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Denim is such a staple for me. While most people might be lounging around the house in sweats, many times, I go for denim instead. Often times the denim I wear is that comfortable.

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These jeans from Dear John denim is one of those pairs. They’re perfect for lounging around the house, sipping my morning coffee and then perfect to throw on a cute top when I have to run errands and get out of the house. This boot cut is perfect for me too, especially when I don’t want to wear my skinny jeans. These look so good with boots or even a short heel. 
Don’t settle for anything less than great denim.
Sponsored by Dear John denim, but all opinions are my own!

At Home with Helix Sleep

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Your home is where you should feel most inspired and comfortable! I truly believe this. You need to be able to relax and recharge. So having a good mattress is essential for comfort and being able to recharge. When I first moved back to Portland, I was sleeping on an air mattress for a couple of months. The mattress ended up busting on one side too, so it was lop sided and EXTRA uncomfortable. Then, this Helix mattress came into my life and changed everything. It’s the first mattress that is actually my own and memory foam! I was able to customize it to how I wanted as well. I tend to like to be kind of cold when I sleep so I can snuggle in my blankets and Helix has an option to make the mattress cool!
It’s been a few months sleeping on my Helix mattress and I high recommend getting one if you’ve been thinking about it!

*This mattress was gifted to me but all opinions are my own. It’s amazing!!

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Plant Shopping

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I’m sure by now, you guys are fully aware of my plant obsession. I love adding them to my place and getting new ones for my collection. They really are the perfect way to instantly decorate a space and I am slowly trying to make my apartment look like the inside of Pistils Nursery (seen here in the photos).  And since it’s been snowing, raining, freezing rain, all of the above here in Portland, I want nothing more to stay inside with all of the plants.

My favorite places in Portland to shop for plants:
1. Pistils Nursery
2. Solabee’s
3. Portland Nursey (Division and Stark locations)

What I’m Wearing: Top: Grana (Similar here), Denim: FRAME, Watch: Kapten & Son (Similar here and here)

Petits Bonheurs

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I’m a sucker for a good graphic tee. They’re great for putting together last minute outfits and can be dressed up or down. The problem is, most of the time when I’m browsing Pinterest or Tumblr and I see a tee I love, it ends up being sold out. Which is why I ended up making my own! I made this tee and it was only $20! (No this is not a sponsored post!) I was just browsing online and came across Zazzle where you can design your own tees. When I was browsing Tumblr, I also came across a cute graphic that said, “Le vie est faite en petits bonheurs” which translates from French to English to “Life is full of small pleasures.” Just the words and the way it looked instantly inspired me to make it into a tee. Which makes this tee even more special every time I wear it!
What I’m Wearing: Tee: Made by me at Zazzle, Jeans: Vintage Levi’s, Coat: Vintage, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell. And Coava coffee in hand!

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Gold Hoops

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When I was in high school, I dated a guy who I thought I was madly in love with. I’m pretty sure we all think this with our first love. But looking back now, I realize it wasn’t the picture perfect “love” I thought it was. Of course we had some really good times together and at the time, he was my best friend. But for some reason, after all of these years, I still remember him telling me he didn’t like earrings on me.  So, young me, in love with this boy and wanting nothing but him to think the world of me, I let my ears close up because he didn’t like them. Now looking back at that, I can’t believe how ridiculous I was to do something because of what a guy said or liked or didn’t like about me. To this day, I continue to second guess and always ask for other’s opinions and approvals. But why? 
I know this is kind of a lot for just a simple blog post about earrings but for some reason, every time I put these earrings on I feel reassurance in myself and as though I’m pushing away those doubts. 
I’m working on being a stronger version of myself and it’s all starts with baby steps, even if it’s just a simple pair of gold hoops. And I think they look damn good on me!
Also these are clip on earrings because I’m too big of a baby to get them pierced again! lol
What I’m Wearing: Top: Topshop, Earrings: Vintage from Etsy, Chokers: Forever 21