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It’s National Popcorn Day!

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Haven’t you heard?! It’s National Popcorn Day (yes… it’s actually a thing)!

I got an old-fashioned popcorn machine for Christmas a couple of years back, and there’s nothing I like better than coming home from the office, popping up a fresh batch of kettle corn and plopping down to watch one of my favorite movies.

Here in my household, we take our movie nights very seriously (I mean, doesn’t everyone?). So I, along with mattress makers Casper, thought it would be fun to share a checklist of my favorite movie night essentials below…

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By the way, if you haven’t seen the new Sherlock movie with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman yet, DO IT! It’s a bit of a departure from the regular series, but still lots of fun.

What are you favorite movie night essentials? Any Netflix recommendations?

P.S. This is NOT a sponsored post, and I did not receive any compensation. I just thought it would be fun to share a fun, cozy and relaxing winter activity. Enjoy!

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Come Shop with Me: The Mills at Jersey Gardens Instagram Takeover #FoundAtSimon

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It’s probably no secret that I’m a hardcore bargain shopper. So today, I’m partnering up with The Mills at Jersey Gardens to give you a behind-the-scenes peek into my whirlwind shopping excursions at New Jersey’s largest outlet and value retail shopping center.

Fall is one of my favorite seasons to shop for, and I’m super-excited to check out the boots, jackets, sweaters and scarves especially. And who knows, I may even decide to get a head start on my Christmas shopping this year! But you’ll have to be sure to follow along on Instagram to find out!

Be sure to head on over and follow @MillsatJersey and @ClosetConfections to get in on the action!

This post was written in partnership with The Mills At Jersey Gardens.

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Around Town {Brunch at The Clocktower}

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After more than 16 years of living in New York City, I now consider myself to be somewhat of a brunch connoiseur. But over the years, I’ve noticed a lot of my favorite haunts become increasingly crowded. Waiting over an hour for a table and bumping elbows with the stranger next to me are both surefire bellini buzzkills! Enter my new go-to spot… The Clocktower!

Located in the EDITION Hotel inside of the iconic Met Life building, The Clocktower is composed of three intimate dining rooms, a billiards room and a beautiful dark woodpaneled bar. I feel so chic and sophisticated whenever I go there. Hands-down my favorite menu item, the brioche French toast has a delicious carmelized sugar coating reminiscent of creme brulee and is served with two mouth-watering slices of smoked bacon!

If you’re ever in Manhattan looking for an upscale brunch spot, this is the place to be!