Weekend reading: link roundup

This weekend’s link roundup includes Jenna Lyons’s first job, one woman’s secret baby, a new denim trend, all-natural skincare products, and more!

Did you know that Jenna Lyons got her start at J.Crew in 1991 as a men’s assistant rugby shirt designer? Learn 30 more surprising facts about the fashion brand, via Town & Country.

If you’re a klutz, drink a latte instead of coffee, via Real Simple.

Why one woman had to keep her baby a secret for six months, via The Sparkly Life.

Do you ever wonder what type of friend you are? I’m probably not anybody’s “Good Time” Friend, but I really hope nobody considers me a “Frenemy,” via Ideal.

Another book to add to my vacation reading list, via Reading My Tea Leaves.

These six magic words could end your child’s picky eating, via The Mid.

After years of skinny jeans, this denim trend is a welcomed change, via Apartment 34.

There’s a reason why it’s easier for you to remember a new friend is a baker than it is to remember that her last name is Baker, via NYMag.com.

What to pack for a beach weekend, via The Effortless Chic.

In case you missed it…

I announced a brand new conference for bloggers and creative entrepreneurs.

I tested a hip line of all-natural skincare products.

I wrote about protecting and connecting military families during deployments.

I’m taking over Munchkin’s Instagram account, sharing photos from our road trip down to Hilton Head Island. I’d love for you to follow along here!