Fashion, Lifestyle

Spoonful of Trish Turns 2!

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Shocking, I know.

Two entire years of creating content, working with brands, shooting 5 outfits a day on a Sunday afternoon to meet all of my deadlines for the following week – it sounds exhausting, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Over the last two years I look back and ask myself why I actually started Spoonful of Trish and the initial reason may come as a surprise to some of you. Rewind to 2016, I started selling clothes on Poshmark and absolutely fell in love with community of posh sellers and that this little side hustle enabled me to try out all the new trends while recycling them to a new closet when the seasons changed.

With nearly 300,000 Poshmark followers, I thought starting a blog would help drive more users to my page, aka more sales. I never in a million years actually thought this website would turn into becoming a full-blown influencer working directly with my all-time favorite brands.

I get asked a lot how I balance it all: working a 9-5, being a wife, eating/sleeping/trying to exercise while simultaneously working to grow my platform. During the week there’s a lot of early mornings and late evenings emailing back and forth with brands, sending invoices, editing photos, drafting creative captions, engaging with followers, and tons of other behind the scenes work.

My weekends usually consist of shooting no less than 5 campaigns to post throughout the the following week – which either entails bringing 5 outfits to a location such a Georgetown and changing in my car between looks, or setting up product shoots inside my apartment or at hotels I’m working with.

Blogging/influencing has become such a passion for me and a creative outlet for me to express myself – and I pour every ounce of spare time working to create the best content and inspiration for my followers. Spoonful of Trish went from a hobby to a side business which has grown from 4,000 to 12,000 followers in the last year – which is so incredibly humbling.

I also spend a lot of time connecting with other bloggers to bounce ideas off each other, share our experiences, and form a community of collaboration and not competition. I’ve learned so much about the industry in the last 2 years I love to pass on any tips and tricks I’ve learned along the way as I truly want all of my blogger friends to succeed – I might even start a blogger course one day soon.

Thank you from the bottom of the heart for all of your support these last 2 years – I can’t wait to see what year 3 brings!

xoxo,

Trish

Travel

Reservation at the Riggs

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This is a sponsored blog post in collaboration with Riggs Hotel.

Hi Friends!

I hope you all had a relaxing holiday season and have hit the reset button for the New Year. Our relaxation started early with a little pre-Christmas staycation at DC’s Hotel Riggs before heading home for the holidays.

This stunning hotel opened its doors in early 2020, and sits in the former building of the historic Rigg’s National Bank (as known as the “Bank of Presidents”). Located in DC’s Penn Quarter neighborhood, Hotel Riggs features 181 residential guest rooms and suites, an onsite restaurant and café, an underground cocktail bar, and rooftop event space.

Property & Neighborhood

The original landmarked building was built in 1891, and is one of the last few “Richardsonian Romanesque Revival-styled” buildings still standing in the city. The lobby features the bank’s original barrel-vaulted ceiling and the hotel reception also pays homage to the building’s previous use with the large L-shaped counter reminiscent to a classic visit to the bank teller.

Riggs Hotel is located in the heart of downtown DC, across from the National Portrait Gallery and within walking distance The White House, Capitol Hill, the National Mall and several parks. The surrounding Penn Quarter neighborhood is home to Capital One Arena, luxury shopping and restaurants at CityCenterDC, the Smithsonian American Art Museum and historic Chinatown.

During our stay, we took a short walk up the street to CityCenterDC to window shop at stores such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Gucci and then warmed up with coffee to-go from Dolcezza.

Cafe Riggs

We had the pleasure Cafe Riggs of hosting us for dinner and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the food, drinks and atmosphere. To present the highest level of safety for diners, Cafe Riggs is currently closed for indoor dining due to local guidelines, but the restaurant recently launched an innovative new Covid safe private dining option: Café Riggs Upstairs.

Since the guest rooms at Riggs were inspired by the Safety Deposit Boxes from the golden age of banking, select rooms have been reimagined as ‘Safety Dining Boxes’ offering a tranquil, private, and safe environment for intimate dinners and gatherings of up to 6 guests in line with local government guidelines. Cafe Riggs is also available for take-out and delivery, allowing you to enjoy your favorite dishes from the comfort of your own home.

First Lady Suites

During our staycation we had the very delightful privilege of staying in the perfectly pink Ida Mckinley Suite, inspired by the former First Lady’s love of flowers and her introduction of them throughout the White House. Hotel Riggs hosts a total of 15 suites, including four specialty “First Lady” Suites and one Riggs Suite.

All four suites have stunning corner city views and the three remaining suites are inspired by Angelica Van Buren’s opulence, Louisa Adams’ intense love for music and Caroline Harrison’s extensive collection of porcelain.

Our bathroom was beautifully designed with Italian Carrara marble and chrome hardware and included bath products from fragrance house D.S. & Durga in its signature Debaser scent. Our suite also had one of my favorite hotel bathrooms to date with the free standing tub along with a separate walk-in rain shower.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and I cannot imagine a more perfect way to celebrate than a hotel stay at the Riggs. I would highly recommend reserving one of the First Lady Suites and spending the day checking out the surrounding Penn Quarter neighborhood before cozying up in your room for the night with a delicious meal from Cafe Riggs.

Thank you for hosting us Riggs Hotel!

xoxo,

Trish

Travel

A Room for Two at the Thompson

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This is a sponsored blog post in collaboration with the Thompson, Washington, D.C.

Hi Friends!

As this year is coming to an end and we have been spending more time than ever at home, my husband and I love to get out of the house and explore the variety of bustling neighborhoods in the District. This past weekend we had the pleasure of staying at the Thompson Washington D.C. hotel in the emerging Navy Yard neighborhood located on the Anacostia River between Nationals Park and the Washington Navy Yard.

The Navy Yard is such a nice change of scenery from the traditional historic neighborhoods compared to where we live in Dupont Circle, and we honestly felt like we were on vacation in another city. The 11-floor property is situated on D.C.’s scenic riverfront, steps away from outdoor parks such as the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail and The Yards Park, inviting visitors and locals to walk around and explore.

Rooms

We checked into one of the Thompson’s Junior Suites and completely fell in love with the space and the stunning views. Many of the Thompson’s 225 rooms and suites include either ballpark or river views through their floor to ceiling windows. If you are a fan of the Thompson Hotel brand, this is actually first property under the Hyatt chain in the Nation’s capital.

Our room was very spacious and more than enough room for two people. We enjoyed the abundance of natural light from the 10th floor, and the connivence of comfortable yet modern seating area. Our room also included a 55-inch flat screen TV and Google Chromecast for my husband to stream all of his college football games.

The beautiful hardwood floors and neutral colors make for a very relaxing stay that feels like home. The bathroom included a huge shower with plenty of space on the vanity for my all of hair & makeup products. Our room also included robes and slippers for both of us which also makes for a fun staycation.

Neighborhood

The Thompson Washington D.C is the first lifestyle hotel in the growing industrial neighborhood, and was designed to be a social anchor in The Yards community. The property joins a number of specialty retailers, restaurants, high-end residences, and cultural attractions in the area.

Conveniently located right next to The Yards DC, we were steps away from award-winning restaurants, craft breweries and signature shops with riverfront views. We were very fortunate for some 60 degree December weather and enjoyed a number of DC-made wines and appetizers at District Winery.

If you are planning your visit in the next couple of weeks, The Yards DC is hosting Light Yards for its fifth year as a tradition and opportunity to celebrate the holidays in a fun, safe way. This year’s installation features the premiere of “Stars” illuminated nightly from 6-10pm until January 10, 2021.

Property

The hotel’s modern facing and large industrial-inspired windows are a visual standout that embody the historic industrial language of the neighborhood. The hotel was designed with many dining options in mind for guests onsite, but are currently closed for the season to ensure health and safety for patrons and employees during the public health emergency.

The Thompson’s signature restaurant Maialino Mare is a Roman-style trattoria located on the ground level, includes a menu of seasonally-focused ingredients and sourcing from local farmers and fisheries, complemented by a robust Italian wine list and rustic desserts. Also on the ground level in the lobby is the sophisticated Thompson Bar Room to enjoy curated cocktails, wines and beer and a variety of light fare including sandwiches and salads. Anchovy Social is the hotel’s very popular 6,000-square-foot rooftop bar, featuring sliding floor-to-ceiling windows offering a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city and waterfront. We will definitely be back to visit all of the on-site dining options once they reopen in coming months.

I can’t rave enough about our stay at the Thompson Washington, D.C. and would highly recommend if you are looking to plan a trip. The Thompson is within one mile of the Capitol Building and makes the perfect home base in between touring country’s most famous monuments and museums. The Thompson Washington, D.C. is also ensuring compliance with all social distancing protocols for guests and visitors by following directions put forth by our local and national government in order

Thank you to the Thompson Washington, D.C. for hosting us.

Travel

West End Staycation at Yours Truly DC

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This is a sponsored blog post in collaboration with Yours Truly DC Hotel.

Hi Friends,

Happy December! This month marks our official 1.5 years living in District of Columbia. Since we still haven’t taken advantage of exploring all of DC wonderful neighborhoods, this past weekend we booked a mini staycation at Yours Truly Hotel in the West End. This neighborhood is home to a number upscale condos, hotels and trendy restaurants (most recently the insta popular Tatte Bakery).

Rooms

Located at 1143 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Yours Truly DC is only 0.6 miles from the Dupont Circle metro station.

Yours Truly is colorfully styled with a mix of industrial and bohemian decor and yields over 300 eclectic rooms and suites. We checked into the City View King room and had plenty of space and the perfect view of the neighborhood from our 9th floor window.

Yours Truly is also pet friendly with no additional fees or size requirements, so you can cuddle with your furry friends during your entire stay.

Health & Safety Measures

I’m sure you are wondering what it’s like inside hotels these days during the pandemic. Yours Truly is ensuring compliance with all social distancing protocols for guests and visitors by following directions put forth by our local and national government in order to best identify and prevent any potential risk.

Masks are available at the front desk and requires in all public areas of the hotel. Hand sanitation stations are located throughout and all employees require temperature checks and a screening before entering the propery.

Lobby

Yours Truly’s Lobby include’s an open-concept “living room” instead of a traditional lobby, and you will want to take ALL the instagram photos. This space is absolutely stunning and filled with modern arm chairs, couches and nooks for lounging. Plus, where else are you going to find a local record shop right into your hotel? The El Donut Shoppe brings high-quality vinyl to the district where you can shop for records, record players, headphones, and other gear. Yours Truly also has a ton of other unique swag for purchase in memory of your fabulous stay.

Dining

We shared an incredible dinner at Mercy Me, the all-day, South American-inspired restaurant and bar from the local Timber Pizza and Call Your Mother teams. Visit in the morning for pastries and breakfast tacos and you can come back in the evening for house-aged steaks and South American accented cocktails. We couldn’t resist had to order the The Bruno pesto pizza along with the Butcher’s Steak. Our meal and service was over the top and I can’t wait to return for brunch. Mercy Me has both indoor and dining options where all tables are socially distanced, and open daily from 8am to 4pm.

Book Your Next Stay

I would definitely add Yours Truly to your list if you are looking for unconventional yet memorable stay in the district. The hotel definitely feels like a home away from home and I’ll definitely be back to visit often. You can book through my exclusive reservation link here for a discount on your next stay.

Thanks for having me Yours Truly DC!

xoxo,

Trish

Beauty, Lifestyle

DC Highlights: Hair Edition // Ferro Salon

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Hi Friends!

Now that I’ve been a resident of Washington, DC for over 1 year, I am excited to launch a new series on my blog featuring my local DC recommendations from everything under the sun to salons, to gyms, to restaurants.

First up on the list is obviously a high priority for any (blonde) blogger: Ferro Salon.

Located right in the heart of Dupont Circle, Ferro is in an amazing central location. The services at Ferro not only include hair care, but also nails, waxing, facials and massages so it’s your one stop shop for all things beauty.

Before & After

Meet Sammie

Sammie is not only the bomb when it comes to hair styling, but she’s also a really fun and bubbly person to spend your day with at the Salon. She truly cares for her clients and she will laugh with you, cry with you, or leave you alone if that’s what you want too.

New clients who book with Sammie through August 31st will score 30% any styling services if you mention the code “DC Bloggers” at checkout.

xoxo,

Trish

Fashion, Travel

Getaway to the Gardens

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Hi Friends!

How are you? Happy Summer. Happy Quarantine. Apologies in advance for the lack of events worth noting over the last several months being stuck inside. I am happy to report I finally made it out of DC for a quick drive up to Pennsylvania visit my girlfriend for the weekend to celebrate her recent engagement!

Since I am desperate for any sort of celebration these days, I took it upon myself to stage a mini bachelorette weekend which consisted of winery hopping with our “she said yaaas” cups and visiting the most beautiful botanical garden you will ever see.

If you haven’t heard of Longwood Gardens, please take it upon yourself to check it out because it truly is one of the most stunning places I have ever been. My friend has an annual membership so she can literally visit everyday if she wanted, and I find myself lucky enough to be her +1.

This garden is widely popular and it’s a near miracle we were able to capture so many pictures without people in the background as they are limiting capacity to timed slots due to the pandemic. In all honestly, these may be some of my favorite photos to date. Longwood was closed for about two months due to COVID therefore they now have pretty strict social distancing guidelines put in place in order for everyone to stay safe while admiring the indoor and outdoor gardens.

After Longwood, we visited both Galer Estate along with the adorable WAYVINE Vineyard and Winery while attempting our best to stay cool in the 90+ degree heat but failed miserably. We finished off our evening back at Longwood for the fountain show which is definitely a must see.

Even though everyone’s summer plans are being cancelled left and right, I was happy to get away for a last minute weekend outside the walls of the city to enjoy the outdoors, good friends and good wine.

Outfit Details

It just wouldn’t be right for me not to share the details of one of my favorite outfits of the summer.

Pink Blazer: Bardot Parisienne Blazer (available at Revolve)

Top: For Love & Lemons Versilla Bodysuit (available at ShopBop)

Belt: Straw Woven Stretch Waist Belt (available at Amazon)

Shorts: Stone Cold Fox Scorpio Bloomers (similar available at Shein)

Shoes: Seychelles Laugh More Wedges (similar available at Amazon)

Straw Bag: Michael Kors Malibu Straw Crossbody (similar available at Etsy)

Sunglasses: Le Specs Liar Liar Sunglasses (available at ShopBop)

xoxo,

Trish

Fashion

3 Ways to Style White Pants for Spring

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Hi friends!

We finally made it to March and I’m so excited to use this month as an excuse to brighten up my wardrobe although it still is very chilly up in DC. I don’t believe in following the rule that you can only wear white between Easter and Labor Day, as long as you make sure the rest of your outfit can easily transition between the crazy weather during this time of year.

I’ve honestly never tried on a pair of white jeans I loved this much, until I came across this wide-legged pair from Rollas. These jeans are seriously so versatile and flattering, and they are the perfect piece to wear from work to happy hour. Keep scrolling to see the three different ways I have styled these jeans for spring, and you can also shop all of the outfit details below through LIKE.to.KNOW.it.

ANIMAL PRINT BLOUSE

STATEMENT SWEATER

OVERSIZED DENIM JACKET

I actually rented these pants from FashionPass, which is an amazing unlimited clothing rental membership that I have been using for almost 2 years now. They carry many of my favorite brands such as Rebecca Minkoff, For Love & Lemons, and Free People, and it’s perfect for both day-to-day outfits and special occasions. If you are interested in checking out FashionPass, my discount code TRISHSPOON will get you $35 off your first monthly rental!

Let me know in the comments which look was your favorite!

xoxo,

Trish

Fashion

Fashion Week in a New York Minute

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For as long I can remember I always had dreams of attending New York Fashion Week, even before I started blogging. Sometimes the stars align up perfectly and dreams can become a reality. Here’s how it all went down..

I was originally supposed to be traveling out of town for a work-related conference the weekend of NYFW, so I already knew and accepted the fact that this wasn’t going to my year to make it up to Big Apple. My sister-in-law was the one who landed tickets to the Rebecca Minkoff show which would have been my ultimate top choice of shows to attend this year. I’ve been a huge Rebecca Minkoff fan for years and would have picked her show over anyone else if I ever had the opportunity. I found out the morning she left for New York that my work meeting had been cancelled. This was it, a door opened up to an opportunity of a lifetime and all I needed to do is get up to NYC.

I booked a 9:25 AM train ticket at 8:24 AM, and of course missed that train trying to scramble to pack up to get everything I needed for a night in the city. I rebooked my train ticket while riding my Uber to Union Station for 10:00 AM, which happened to be $9 cheaper (score!), and I finally made it on my way. I spent the majority of the train ride getting ready as I would have to book it to the hotel as soon as I arrived in New York.

I arrived at the hotel a little after 1:00 PM and quickly changed into the outfit I packed straight from my newest shipment from FashionPass, and we were out the door on our way to the 2:00 PM show. I didn’t really know what to expect when we arrived but it was seriously a dream come true and I’ll hold onto these memories of my first NYFW show for life.

Not only was Rebecca’s spring collection amazing, it was so insanely cool to see her there in the flesh. Now that I’ve (somehow) experienced the reality of New York Fashion week once, I can’t wait to actually make plans to attend in the future as it’s such an amazing experience for a fashion lover like myself. After the show ended we were obviously inspired to head down to the Rebecca Minkoff storefront down in Soho to get in some shopping before heading back to DC.

Until next time, NYFW.

xoxo,

Trish

Fashion

Valentine’s Outfit Inspo (Feat. Pink Lily Boutique)

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Valentine’s Day is in a little over 1 week and it’s not too early, or too late, to start planning the perfect outfit for your date night with your boo or night out with the girls. Pink Lily Boutique gifted me a couple of items to style for you guys and I hope these options will give you the inspiration you need to slay your Valentine’s Day look. Shop all of the product details below or follow me on LIKE.to.KNOW.it.

ON WEDNESDAY’S WE WEAR PINK

GOT THAT RED LIP, CLASSIC, THING THAT YOU LIKE

MY PERSONAL FAV, CASUAL MAUVE + SNAKESKIN

Let me know in the comments which one is your favorite! I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend!

xoxo,

Trish

Lifestyle

Spoonful of Trish Turns 1!

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OMG how has it already been an entire year since Spoonful of Trish was born?! It was a Thursday evening, I was home alone sitting on my couch 2 glasses of wine deep watching the 15th season premiere of Grey’s Anatomy. I googled how create a custom URL and how to sign up for a domain and hosting site and here we are 365 later!

Honestly, I wasn’t sure if Spoonful of Trish would even last an entire year, so I initially only purchased the URL for 12 months. I never imagined in my first year of blogging that I would have the opportunity to work directly with huge brands such as Rent The Runway, Fab Fit Fun, Natalie B. Jewelry, Rocksbox and Winc just to name a few. My pictures also somehow made it up on Rebecca Minkoff’s website which is just insane to me. I totally wish I started this years ago but never had the courage to put myself out there.

When I started Spoonful of Trish I obviously had no clue where it would lead me. When found out in May that we would be moving 600 miles away to Washington, DC – I really didn’t know how I was going to meet new people since I work from home full-time. A month or so in I finally decided to bite the bullet and attend a DC Bloggers event all by myself where I was welcomed with open arms to an insanely supportive community of other influencers and bloggers, many of which I call my close friends now.

I really appreciate everyone who has followed along with me for an entire year supporting this dream if mine. Special shout out to my husband who takes at least half of my pictures (if not more) and has actually become quite the photography pro. Another shoutout to my OG friends and family who might make jokes here and there about “shopping my look” but I know deep down they have my back even when they don’t have a single clue what the LIKEtoKNOW.it app is.

Last but not least, a final shout to all of my internet friends who I may never have the opportunity to meet in person, but you guys are the best cheerleaders liking, commenting and sharing my posts. Speaking of cheerleading, if you haven’t watched CHEER on Netflix yet I highly recommend. And if you have watched the show you’ll understand this when I say if Navarro can hit their pyramid, you can do anything you put your mind to, including starting a blog. The more effort you put into something the more of a return you will receive. I’m so excited to see what year two brings and I already have a couple of surprises up my sleeve.

xoxo,

Trish