“Do you like the color orange?” -Brigid

“Hermes orange or none.” -Elizabeth

It’s Fall Y’all! Brigid and Elizabeth chat all things fall refresh, the merits of the word y’all during the fall season, the hazards of bringing the actual outdoors in (bugs! Stick to purchasing the outdoor look!) and the general idea of keeping your fall decor cozy, textured, layered, and ultimately, true to your own style. And also, let’s be honest, the decor is for you, not your kids!

PS. Elizabeth’s big confession: she’s never put up a Christmas tree or really decorated for holidays! Listen along as she learns from the holiday refresh maven, Brigid!

• Think Fall Harvest vs Halloween.  The more natural, the better.

• Focus on textures and cozy feeling items. Throws, fuzzy pillows, fall-scented candles, fires, etc.

• Bring the outdoors in-gourds and pumpkins, in whatever colors feel natural to your space, will provide the seasonal feeling without appearing too commercial or overdone. Acorns, branches, darker colored florals and other organize elements are fabulous additions-but learn from us and don’t forage for them, as you’ll also be welcoming a whole slew of bugs into your home with your beautiful display…

I’m spiritual.  Just crass and irreverent, but spiritual.”  -Elizabeth

Brigid and Elizabeth discuss their recent getaways, which could not possibly be more different. From impromptu Whitney Houston dance parties by the pool at a family resort to a weekend of spiritual growth with spa treatments and luxury bedding, the gals break down the merits of both types of trips.

• Brigid’s family, all 19 of them, took a weekend trip to Nemacolin, a luxury resort in Pennsylvania. With the ability to rent a large home and indulge in the resort’s amenities, their trip was perfect for a family that spans all ages. With their own s’mores-perfect fire pit, a stellar pool, zip lines and ropes courses, a top-notch spa, and even a zoo, Nemacolin has something for everyone. Including those wishing to dance to some Whitney poolside.

• Elizabeth parlayed a work trip into a quick getaway with girlfriends to Miraval in Austin, Texas where the aim was decidedly more relaxing and spiritual. Elizabeth might have been a touch hesitant to place her phone in its resort-provided sleeping bag but she certainly partook in the spa and wellness classes on offer. Aside from walking meditation classes and poolside lounging, the highlight of the trip was perhaps the otherworldly bedding situation.

As prepared as you are, you’re never prepared. Who can really be ready for a year without sleep? -Elizabeth

Brigid & Elizabeth chat all things baby as Elizabeth prepares for the arrival of baby number two! Sweet Sophie will be making her arrival soon, and the gals discuss prepping for baby-yourself mentally and emotionally, the house, AND big brother Oliver! (Read: teaching Oliver that we want to kick soccer balls NOT our new sister.) And also, Zoloft is not a bad word.

“I get football season started, but we’re still sweaty and my flowers are dying. I’m not there yet.” -Brigid

Brigid and Elizabeth chat through their fall favorites, from fashion (bring on the layers!), food (soups and pumpkin, even if you don’t like pumpkin), and the best home items to bring all the fall vibes. And also, undying love for the canvas laundry bins with a Little Orphan Annie connection. 

Tap the images to shop the products that inspired be’s Fall vibe!

“how the eff I answer my own questions about setting up a HOME and not a HOUSE.” -Elizabeth

Get to know Elizabeth, from treehouses, drunken tandem bike rides and a wholehearted passion for decorating with something fuzzy, to her journey towards living in one house for more than five years. Tune in and decide whether you think E will finally make this house her HOME.

Brigid and Elizabeth laugh about Elizabeth stealing her mom’s home decor as a child and starring in the school play. Plus, begging for a design degree and launching her life in Chicago.

“I love a summer home and want my house to have that vibe year-round.” -Brigid

Get to know Brigid, from the bedrooms with pools she designed in her childhood, her unfaltering love of all things white in the home, to being the mom that gets her hair wet and jumps in. And on maintaining the integrity of an older home while updating it to meet the needs of the modern family.

She and Elizabeth can’t stop laughing as she talks about feeling kind of old lately, her lacking math skills, and launching her career in the dawn of the information age.  Go-to design advice always involves white paint and hosting cousin camp is an annual favorite activity.

Brigid and Elizabeth share their fuss-free, never-fail entertaining tips for everything from last minute drop-ins to casual get-togethers and holidays that reach production status, with a full-scale infrastructure and all.

Brigid and Elizabeth talk about family trips with ALL of the family, choosing the right vacation spot (possibly based on novels you love), and why bikes and chefs are vacation must-haves. 

Brigid and Elizabeth share their thoughts on Turks & Caicos, the merits of condos vs. hotels, the need for amenities and NOT having to cook and clean, boat trips, the absolute amazing beauty of Caribbean waters, and the dicey nature of tiny cars, jeeps and unpaved roads!

“The pandemic forced people to take a closer look at what they really want to do and many of us want to explore.” -Kevin

Brigid & Elizabeth talk with luxury travel agent Kevin Doheny about getting back out there after COVID, vacationing like you’re on MTV Cribs, and why luxury travel is really about having time to focus on your family instead of managing logistics. Also….helicopters and submarines in Antarctica.

Kevin resides in Chicago and is the Luxury Travel Advisor and Program Director for Cerulean World Travel. He helps people make their vacation dreams come true and shares priceless luxury travel tips and trends! He also gets to test out the most luxurious and exotic vacation destinations. We TOTALLY aren’t jealous…not at all.

Fun fact: Kevin Doheny is one of Brigid & Elizabeth’s many cousins!