Elisabeth Ashlie Blog — The Monthly Edit

Another month means another roundup of our favorite things right now! Whether you're looking for a book recommendation, what to watch, or an idea of what to gift this month, we've got you covered below!

layer //  Vogue named layered necklaces a 2019 trend in their article, “7 New Jewelry Trends and How to Wear Them.” Elisabeth Ashlie has you covered: we’ve got several layered pieces to choose from, with customizable lengths to boot!

read // Elinor Oliphant is Completely Fine is a funny and moving book with the most charming and quirky characters. Fans of A Man Called Ove will love this one.

bake // You only need seven ingredients to make these lemon bars with shortbread crust from Sally’s Baking Addiction. They’re the perfect spring treat.

wear // This light and feminine maxi is a great transitional piece for spring. Dress it up with wedges and statement earrings, or down with flip flops and a denim jacket!

relax // Weighted blankets are rising in popularity due to their ability to soothe and calm nerves, and to promote a more peaceful night of sleep--both things we all could use!

watch // We recently watched this Best Picture and I really enjoyed it!

listen // Ear Hustle is a fascinating podcast about “life inside prison, shared by those living it.” The hosts thoughtfully balance both heavy and light topics and present a dynamic look at life in San Quentin Correctional Facility. Be sure to begin with Episode One!

give // Do you want to knock it out of the park with a thoughtful hostess gift? Consider giving The Hostess Box. It’s full of thoughtful, fun home goods!

wear // Pantone declared “Living Coral” the 2019 Color of the Year, describing it as, “An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge.”

If you’d like to add a little coral to your wardrobe, we’ve got you covered with our Hoop Tassel Earrings. They’re playful, light, and a perfect pop of color to brighten up your look!

eat // This Creamy Tortellini Soup from Damn Delicious takes just 30 minutes to make, making it the perfect weeknight meal. Toast some ciabatta bread with it, pour a couple glasses of wine, and you’ve got yourself an easy date night in!

read // Okay, technically, we haven’t read this yet. But when we asked on the Elisabeth Ashlie Instagram for book suggestions, this one was by far the most recommended. If you haven’t read it, it’d be worth your while to check it out! After all, Reese Witherspoon recommends it, and if Reese wears army pants and flip flops, we wear army pants and flip flops.

give // We’ve added several new curated boxes to the site, including The Bestie Box, The Just Married Box, The Hostess Box, The Just Because Box, and The Self Love Box. Make someone’s day (or treat yourself!) with a thoughtfully curated, ready to gift box of goodies.

watch // In the last month, both Netflix and Hulu released documentaries about the colossal debacle of the 2017 Fyre Festival. Each provide fascinating behind-the-scenes details about the origin, execution, and aftermath of the chaotic event, including accounts (and video footage) of event attendees.

plant // Cut flower gardens are beautiful, easy to maintain, and a great summer hobby. If you’re considering growing one, it’s time to start planning and purchasing supplies. Check out Floret Flowers’ helpful guide to growing flowers from seeds!

listen // Young House Love’s podcast episode about making our homes happier is a fun and helpful listen! John and Sherry explore the “science of joy” and discuss some practical tips to adding joy to your home.

travel // This highly-rated steamer is an essential for travel! Snag this gadget, and you’ll no longer have to worry about suitcase-wrinkled clothes.