Coava

Of course our first stop in PDX was for a cup of northwest brew. We visited Coava, a "roastery" and coffee bar we had never been to before. I was immediately drawn to (and obsessed with) the way the water glasses and coffee plants were lined up so imperfectly perfect. The light streamed through the windows in such a gentle and beautiful way, and to no surprise, made my heart 'a flutter!

Pearl+ Detox Soap

i love everything about pearl+ detox soap--the product, the packaging, the simplicity! it's made with crushed pearl and other natural ingredients like olive oil, coconut, charcoal (excellent for absorbing impurities!), rice bran, etc. handcrafted in portland, oregon by studio j. the soap helps to restore luster and the smoothness to your skin. it's available for purchase here or if you're ever in portland and happen to stay at the ace hotel, a fresh bar of detox soap will be hanging in your shower ready for use! have you ever tried it? i have one full-size bar to send to one of you--leave a comment here by friday (the 18th) if you'd like to try it out! (the winner has been chosen, thanks for your comments!)

{via society6}

you're obsessed, i know.
it's OK, you don't have to hide it.
did i woo you? 
...with my people, diversity, culture, food, artists, and amazing weather?!?!?!
(OK, i'm not going to lie, the weather isn't always like this!)
i'll miss your incessant banter. 
your husband says you never talk this much!
i know you'll be back.
i know you'll be back real soon.

i hope you enjoyed the inspiration overload!
<3.
portland

you know you love me!

you know you love that i provide you with luxury for a ridiculously cheap price.

although not as cool as your ex's (ace and jupiter), i know the nines has been treatin' you real well!

<3.

hotwire

want a new towel? leave it in the tub.

no tub? leave it in the shower.

no shower? leave it in the sink.

no sink? leave.

<3.

ace

PDX

i'm taking some time off!

...going to be exploring an amazing city with the hub!

i might do some blogging...maybe a few sneak peeks of our trip?! we'll see.

 EYE CANDY.

   

      

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thank you to all who shot me emails/messages/comments about hot spots in portland!

i already know i'm going to enjoy your recs thoroughly!!!

...and if you're reading this and know of a few "must go" places, send a comment my way! :)

i'd love to hear from you!

see you soonish!

jennifer.