Top Ten: Sites that Inspire My Simple, Stylish Living
I enjoy my internet trolling and scrolling. I love a useful tip as much as the next person. I also love to look upon gorgeous decor and jaw-dropping interiors. A good street style blog? Sign me up. Simple, healthy living? I'm all ears. That's why I ask my interviewees on The Interview what their favorite websites are -- to discover any gems that have heretofore been off my radar.
So this week I'm sharing my top ten websites/blogs that aid me in simple, stylish living. Some focus on minimalism, some on style, but I've also threw in my fave homemaking and healthy eating sites because they inspire how I aspire to live! They all influence each other, is my point.
1. The Minimalists - Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus started a blog after stepping away from their corporate lifestyles and reassessing the way they lived their life. Like myself, they believe minimalism isn't about owning less, less, less, but rather it's about getting passed the "things so we can make room for life's important things - which actually aren't things at all."
2. Becoming Minimalist - Josh Becker is a husband and father of four. I look to his family as mine grows! My favorite feature of his website is the Saturday email round-up. He culls together great articles from the week prior that cover a broad range of topics that all center around simple living. I always look forward to it. You can too, by subscribing to his newsletter.
3. New Minimalism - I love these ladies. San Francisco based de-clutterers and design consultants, Kyle and Cary share such similar beliefs as myself, I'd just love to grab a coffee with them. They help their clients declutter (and donate like champs) then decorate - often using treasures discovered during the de-cluttering process. Also, their blog/newsletter is always a joy to receive.
4. Apartment Therapy - Sure, I don't live in an apartment anymore, but this site is my go-to when researching anything I'm considering purchasing for the home. And because it's specifically tailored to apartment dwellers, they often are sure to know the simplest options, space-saving tricks and budget-friendly items that I hunt for. Basically, they do my research for me.
5. Elements of Style - Erin is an interior designer with a great eye (for fashion too!). Plus, she's a mama-to-be just like me, and following her journey as she prepares for the little one has been so fun!
6. Remodelista - "a source book for considered living," this website combines swoon-worthy photography, stylish DIY projects and wonderful round-ups (roller blinds, I'm looking at you).
7. 79 Ideas - Radostina photographs so, so beautifully. I first discovered her blog years ago during my New York years, when minimalism and decor were only beginning to be a blip on my radar. Her influence was huge to put it lightly. I wanted to live in the rooms she photographed -- and a common theme among them? Open space dotted by beautifully curated pieces. Simple, stylish living at its finest.
8. The Sartorialist - there are so many street style photographers out there, but Scott Schuman is the gold standard. As a new season approaches, I look to his images to help me decide what elements to add to the wardrobe, OR how to restyle something in a fresh, effortless way.
9. Homemade Mothering - Maureen is a friend from college who's been at this mothering thang a tad while longer than I. Having recently moved into a larger house, I must say I particularly love her blogs about green house-cleaning. This mother of four makes her own laundry detergent! She always always always uses the simplest ingredients (found in any kitchen) to keep her home clean. I mean, she tackled fruit flies with apple cider vinegar. Boom. (Also, she's a dynamite chef - just whips simple, nutritious masterpieces together in the a blink of an eye.)
10. Deliciously Ella - I am not a vegan, but I love vegetables (and I avoid dairy and gluten, which really interferes with dessert, I'm not going to lie). Ella creates the most delicious recipes with very few ingredients. Her sweet potato brownies might have changed my life. Her website has taken off this year, and expanded to more than just recipes, but it is the whole foods, plant-based meals and desserts that will keep me returning for more.
What are your favorite websites that inspire simple, stylish living? Share in the comments below!!
