Author: Alyssa

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

I Tried Quince for the First Time and I Have a Lot of Thoughts

Closeup of a white silk cami with a Quince tag

The market is flooded with direct-to-consumer brands these days, and while they tend to offer products at a reduced price thanks to cutting out the middleman, it’s not always clear if their products are better quality than a traditional retailer. But I still feel intrigued when a brand claims to offer quality items at a …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

The Ultimate Day Trip Guide to Downtown Kannapolis, North Carolina

Alyssa stands in front of a vintage car below the marquee of Swanee Theatre

I’m back with another regional guide! Today we’re visiting Kannapolis, just thirty minutes Northeast of Charlotte. Established to serve the employees of Cannon Mills Company (founded in the late 1800s and expanded in the early 1900s as the world’s largest towel producer), many of the historic buildings in what is now Kannapolis still stand today, …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

A Cozy Fall Haul: New Arrivals from Pact

Alyssa wears the Honeycomb sweater from Pact with jeans and boots

Reviewing several organic + cozy pieces from Pact: the Woven Twill Safari Jacket, Honeycomb Knit Crew Sweater, Airplane Colorblock Pullover, and Airplane Pant.

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Texas, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: A Summer Packing List for Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas

Alyssa wears a green polka dot midi dress with sneakers

A real-life packing list for four summer days in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas – all packed in a carry-on suitcase, of course!

Destinations, Texas, Travel, USA

Travel Diary: A Winning Four Days in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas

Alyssa stands outside of Second Rodeo Brewing

A prize of a trip to Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

A Review of the Perfect Block Sandal from Sarah Flint + Three Ways to Style Your Pair

Alyssa wears the Perfect Block Sandal from Sarah Flint on a set of stairs

If you’ve been reading here for a long time, then you might be aware that I’ve been on a mission to simplify my wardrobe for several years. I started by editing my belongings to just my very favorites, and since then I’ve slowly cultivated a closet that contains high-quality, versatile pieces that will stand the …

Charlotte, Destinations, Food, North Carolina, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel, USA

Five North Carolina Bakeries to Add to Your Travel Itinerary

View of bread at Boulted Bread in Raleigh

Taking a road trip through North Carolina? Be sure to add these five bakeries to your itinerary!

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style, Travel, Travel Products

Everlane Reviews: The Draper Pant in Wool, The Italian Leather Chelsea Boot, ReNew Catch-All Case, and More

Alyssa wears The ReWool Way-High Drape Pant in front of a brick wall

Just in the nick of time, I’m sharing my Everlane picks for September. The weather is finally starting to shift here in Charlotte, and it’s time to start dressing one of two ways: in long pants and a sleeveless top, or the Princess Diana Outfit. My style leans more toward the former, so I’ve been …

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA, Virginia

Traveling Light: A Packing List for Roanoke, Virginia

Alyssa wears a black jumpsuit and heels with a white blazer

A real-life packing list for a late-summer weekend in Roanoke, Virginia.