Sam's Seven

Vol 158: RL Stamps, a Napa getaway, personalized golf balls + 4 more recommendations

1. Ralph Lauren Stamps

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Postal Service has selected Ralph Lauren to curate “American Icons” - a commemorative stamp issuance celebrating the values that define the American spirit: freedom, independence, equality, courage, and the pursuit of happiness. Doesn’t get much more American than that!

2. Solage

Last weekend my family was up in Napa to celebrate Father’s Day and we had the best stay at Solage, an Auberge hotel in Calistoga. Our room was a generous size, especially with two kids in tow, and each one comes with it’s own large, private back patio, which was such a hit with my children. The pool is amazing as is the food and beverage at both restaurants on property. Truthfully, you don’t need to leave, but you can walk to downtown Calistoga and are a short drive from numerous wineries (the Solage team will drive you anywhere within a 3 mi radius complimentary!). It was a 10/10 stay for us and I look forward to making it an annual trip.

Planning a trip? Let me help! For complimentary hotel bookings on any of your trips, feel free to reach out to me for added amenities and priority status (Auberge always takes excellent care of my clients!). You can respond directly to this newsletter or e-mail me at samantha.shelton@smartflyer.com

3. Pork Chop Marinade

I recently tried out this recipe to marinade pork chops and it was delicious. Such a quick and easy dinner, just make sure you let the meat marinade for a few hours beforehand!

4. Staud Clarke Jacket

Digging this studded butter yellow jacket from Staud

5. Not Another Bill Personalized Golf Balls

I know Father’s Day has since passed, but these would make a great gift for the golf lover in your life. Put their initials on it and just hope they don’t get lost in the trees!

6. Mango Straight Striped Jeans

My drop off attire these days seems to be fun jeans (stripes, a bright color, you name it!) paired with a button down or t-shirt. It makes getting out the door in 10 min easy yet still looked pulled together. Next on my wish list are these straight striped jeans from Mango.

7. Crown Affair The Radiance Hair Oil

Picked up this Crown Affair hair oil on a whim at Sephora last week and I’m already a huge fan. Helps with frizz, my hair already feels softer and I like the subtle scent.