Author: Alyssa

Style, Wish Lists and Gift Ideas

Summer 2023 Style Wish List

Umbrellas on a beach in Nice

Happy Summer Solstice! The weather in Charlotte is ultra-dreary today (I’m not even sure we’re going to see the sun on this, the longest day), but I’ve had sunny style on the brain for months. I’ve missed bringing you these fun, seasonal wish lists, so I’m dipping my toe back in with a little roundup …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

Quince Washable Stretch Silk Tank Midi Dress Review

Alyssa wears the silk dress from Quince

An honest review of Quince’s Washable Stretch Silk Tank Midi Dress. Hi, my name is Alyssa, and I’m kind of obsessed with fabrics. Whew, I’m glad to get that off my chest. But can you blame me for being picky about what I choose to wear? Aesthetics aside, what we place next to our skin …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, South Carolina, Travel, USA

What’s New at Carowinds for 2023

Alyssa stands in front of the Aeronautica Landing sign at Carowinds

Carowinds, a thrilling amusement park situated on the border of North and South Carolina, is celebrating 50 years of fun in 2023. In addition to the park’s usual heart-pounding roller coasters, family-friendly attractions, and a splashing-good water park, Carowinds is upping the ante this year with a flurry of new park additions and a calendar …

Destinations, Ohio, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Packing List for Cleveland, Ohio (in a backpack!)

Alyssa on the lawn at The Cleveland Museum of Art

Sharing everything I packed in my backpack for a Spring weekend in Cleveland, Ohio

Destinations, Ohio, Travel, USA

Culturally Relevant: The Essential Weekend Travel Guide to Cleveland, Ohio

Alyssa sits on a Cleveland sign

Sharing a weekend getaway guide to Cleveland’s best cultural attractions, new and innovative restaurants, and chic boutiques – with a side of rock ‘n’ roll, of course.

Destinations, Food, Ohio, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel, USA

Eight Can’t-Miss Restaurants in Cleveland, Ohio

Alyssa stands in Cleveland's East Fourth Street district

Hungry in Cleveland? Today I’m sharing a roundup of some of the city’s best restaurants When you think about Cleveland cuisine, what dishes spring to mind? If you’re anything like I was just several weeks ago, you might be drawing a blank right now. Or if you’re a little more familiar with the region, you …

Destinations, Ohio, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Review of Airriva at Superior Living in Cleveland, Ohio

Alyssa walks in the living room of Airriva in Cleveland

Welcome to Checking In, a series of posts dedicated to the places we stay when we travel. Today we’re checking in to Airriva at Superior Living in Cleveland, Ohio.

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

Summer-Ready Style: A Review of ABLE’s Maria Boxy Tee and Jules Tennis Dress

Alyssa stands on a parking deck rooftop with the Charlotte skyline in the background

An honest review of two warm-weather ready styles from ABLE: the Maria Boxy Tee and Jules Tennis Dress.

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA, Wisconsin

Traveling Light: A Spring Packing List for Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Alyssa wears a sweater, jeans, rain coat, and boots in Milwaukee

Opening up my suitcase to share my real-life packing list for a Spring weekend in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Last month, Michael and I flew North to Milwaukee for my birthday. Despite seemingly everyone’s hesitations, I found an energetic city full of great food, cool art, and ample opportunity to simply get out and explore on foot. …

Style, Travel, Travel Products

My Top Memorial Day Weekend Sale Picks for Travelers in 2023

Alyssa looks in the mirror of a VW bus

Rounding up a stellar selection of travel + style deals for MDW How is it already the last weekend in May? This weekend sneaked up on me like never before. With trips already sandwiched on either side of the holiday weekend, Michael and I’ve decided to stick closer to home this weekend – which gave …