Your Insta photos are so pretty and consistent. What are your tips and tricks in creating an equally pretty Instagram account like favorite filters, editing apps, etc?
Thank you! This is the best compliment 🙂 We currently use Marina McEvoy’s preset for all of our photos, which is a Lightroom setting. Before we used VSCO and used the exact same filter on every single photo and only ever played with exposure and contrast here and there. The goal for a consistent and “pretty” Instagram is to use the same filter (or same 2-3) on every photo. We also use Planoly to plan out our pictures in advance so there’s a cohesiveness and not repetition (like 3 pictures of Alix or Heather in a row..). Hope this helps!
Could you please tell me what you think about “push presents” and maybe give some ideas for good ones.
Heather here.. I am ALL about a push present, girl. You carried this baby for 10 months and I think you deserve a damn medal.. but jewelry or a handbag will do 😉 I don’t want to come off materialistic (ok, I am a little but I ADMIT IT and so is my husband TO BE CLEAR!) but I have always appreciated a little something from my husband after I’ve given birth to my babies. It doesn’t have to be anything big either! Something personalized, like their birthstone in a ring or necklace, or a nameplate necklace would be so special. I have this Maya Brenner necklace with all three initials and I wear it every single day. You can personalize color, letter, birthstone, etc. Three of my other girlfriends have the same necklace and we get complimented on it daily.
I also love a good nameplate and Etsy has some great finds at every price point. Love this old English version!
Another option is to get a really nice diaper bag since it’s practical for everyday use after the baby is born. I like diaper bags that don’t look like diaper bags: Love this | this | this.
What vitamins do you take and what vitamins do you give your kids?
Alix here…I have one of those old lady days of the week pill holders to keep all my vitamins in. I keep it on my bathroom sink so I remember to take them every night. I take omega 3 fish oil, vitamin D, this cod liver oil (non-gelatin capsules), Tula probiotics, this vitamin B12 and zinc if I feel like I’m getting sick. I give Quinn these vitamin gummies daily.
By no means am I recommending this is what YOU should take without first talking with your doctor 😉
You post about Pressed Juicery a lot. It’s overwhelming to know which juices to choose from. What are your top choices and why?
I do huh?? I’m so annoying lol, but I’m obsessed sorry 😉 I usually buy a “cleanse” because then I get 6 juices for $30 (or something like that) and I swear they are always having some sort of deal like 5/$20. It’s not super convenient for me to get to a Pressed in Seattle (which is probably a good thing for my bank account) so I stock up when I do go. FYI juices only last for 3 days so don’t go too crazy or you might not be able to finish them in time.
Anyways, my favs…I go for the lower sugar options when it comes to the juices. You can always ask them to see the ingredient list if you’re unsure but I love the greens 1, 1.5, and 4, roots 1, and citrus 1. If you’re having mimosas grab the citrus 3 😉 I often buy the vanilla almond milk when I haven’t made my own, the golden milk is yummy, and my new obsession is their coconut water and cream- SO GOOD!
All of their “shots” are great depending on what you’re wanting but skip anything charcoal. I wish they would get over the drinking charcoal trend…ugh. Real quick on ingesting charcoal…it does not differentiate between “good” and “bad” nutrients are will bind to both…you don’t want to consume something that is going to strip you of good nutrients- right? If you want to use charcoal toothpaste, face masks, or whatever the latest topical trend is- go for it!
IMO their “premium waters” are a waste of money unless you’re ridiculously thirsty and don’t have a water bottle on you.
Lastly, their freeze… I won’t leave without one. I get at least 1-2 to-go and throw in my freezer for dessert. The vanilla and chocolate (side by side) is my fave combo and I doctor it up at home 😉
Going to a black tie wedding in NYC and need all the help! Have you guys ever tried an on demand hair makeup service like Glamsquad before?
Um well doesn’t this sound fabulous?! We have never used Glamsquad before because it’s not in Seattle but you better believe we would if it was available! An on-demand, in home beauty service.. YES! We say go for it and try it.. and report back! Because if we ever find ourselves in NYC, LA, OC or the Bay Area for a wedding/event, we would be so interested in trying it!
Digging the faux fur coat trend and want to purchase one but all the ones I am finding either look cheap/ flammable or are so expensive…help!
Faux fur is the BEST but it has to be done right. I’ve done some searching and these are the best options I’ve come up with.. to me, they cover the booty so you can wear leather leggings with them and they look expensive. I love the leopard print trend, anything brown/tan and even the dark burgundy is just SPEAKING to me! But again, I love every single one of these and would buy them for myself in a heartbeat:
In a serious crockpot rut… any favorite super easy recipes?
Yes…’tis the season for all the crockpot meals. I’m loving this, this, and this (serve with brown rice and broccoli) recipe for a quick and yummy dinner. I also like this and this chili recipe. I love this hearty soup recipe. I haven’t tried this recipe yet, but I want to soon! Hope this helps get you out of your crockpot rut 😉
I’m looking for a new pair of workout leggings and tanks…needing some inspo to workout!
I got you! These are my go to fave leggings. I have them in like 4 colors. These are on my wish list. Outdoor Voices just came out with a new color charcoal/dove/cloud and this color combo is dreamy! These are gorgeous in the Anthracite glossy color. As for tanks this is new from Zella and so cute in the red tannin. I’m also still loving these or these tie back tanks and love this logo tank.
Thanks for sending in your questions this week. Email us your Happy Hour questions all week long to champagnetheory@gmail.com or you can DM us on Instagram. Have a great weekend!
xx, H & A
