apartment / coffee tables

I've been in serious nesting mode and have a laundry list of things to do in the apartment. Currently our coffee table is a vintage trunk we love that we found at Pioneer Goods, but it's feeling a little heavy for the living room and I can see it re-purposed in our bedroom. So...I've been on the hunt for something a little airier, preferably with a bottom shelf. 

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I love the bottom West Elm one, but pricing might win out in favor of the Ikea find. Any favorites I'm missing?

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I miss Linda Wells's Allure magazine and loved this article about her day working at Sephora.  I've had some serious wanderlust lately and am dreaming about trips to Africa, India, and Singapore. 
These wedding gowns by Naeem Khan are truly works of art.  I'm SUPER late to the party but I am obsessed with Lip Sync Battles. Of course Channing Tatum/Beyonce was hilarious and amazing, but I'm loving Melissa McCarthy and Jimmy Fallon. 
Style Me Pretty predicts celebrity wedding gowns. Love! Seriously tempted to splurge on these babies for upcoming weddings and events. I hear the best things about their shoes! We're so excited to stay in our apartment one more year, but that means we seriously need to add storage in the kitchen. I'm planning on Ikea hacking some open shelving and bookmarked inspiration here, here, and here. 

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If you live in the Northeast, you're probably in the same boat as me: sick and tired of the snow! A and I are planning a Carribbean/Mexico trip for April and I am overwhelmed with the options and logistics. I've never been to that part of the world and I have no idea where to start. I am however getting very good at looking at the pictures. The photo above is Ladera Resort in St Lucia. It's a bit out of reach, but that doesn't stop me from daydreaming! 

Want to dress like a princess? Here's a guide to Kate Middleton's favorite brands. 

Ultimate Ikea shopping list. 

Norway's slick passport design.

In honor of Galentine's Day: Famous women on being childless. I'm all for everyone making their own choices!

This article on eating out hit very close to home for my boyfriend and me. 

Tatte Bakery is one of my favorite places. Did you know you can order some pastries here?

I haven't shopped at LOFT in awhile for some reason, but I'm digging their recent arrivals. Particularly this, this and this. 

Any favorite or suggested resorts for me?