Author: Alyssa

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

Everlane Reviews: The Curvy Way-High Jean, Japanese GoWeave Slip Dress, Eyelet Puff Sleeve Top, Way-High Short, and More

Alyssa walks on stone steps and is wearing the clean silk square shirt and the way high shorts

A review of The Curvy Way-High Jean, The Japanese GoWeave Slip Dress, The Eyelet Puff Sleeve Top, The Way-High Short, and more…

Destinations, Mexico, Travel

Sipping History: A Day Trip Guide to Visiting Tequila, Mexico

Alyssa stands in an agave field wearing a large hat

What you need to know before you take a day trip to a distillery, Cantaritos el Güero #1, and the town of Tequila, Mexico.

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

An Honest Review of the Melia Flat from VIVAIA

Alyssa sits in front of the mirror wearing the Melia flats

A review of VIVAIA’s dainty flats made from recycled water bottles – and an exclusive discount code for readers!

Destinations, Food, Mexico, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel

Worth the Trip: A Review of Guadalajara’s Corn-Focused Restaurant, Xokol

Exterior of Xokol, and an image of the ceremonial taco

What you need to know about dining at Guadalajara’s hidden gem, Xokol (and yes, this includes just how much it costs!)

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

A Review of Universal Standard’s Sally Liquid Jersey Shirtdress and Dylan Luxe Twill Joggers

Alyssa sits with her laptop next to a bag from Universal Standard

A limited-time sale from the world’s most size-inclusive brand – plus an exclusive discount code!

Food, Home, Recipes

Enjoying a Vacation Tradition at Home: A Review of Le Moné (Plus Three Effortless Apéritifs!)

Alyssa sits outdoors with a cocktail

The pre-dinner drink ritual is one Michael and I often indulge in when we are traveling, and though it takes a different form (and name) in different countries, it’s always a memorable experience. A chilly Paloma in a crowded cantina in Mexico City, an Aperol Spritz and a plate of cicchetti along the canals of …

Destinations, North Carolina, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Packing List for Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Alyssa wears a Wilmington Tee

I’m back with another real-life packing list today! This post is all about what I brought for our recent trip to Wilmington, North Carolina.

Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

Weekend Getaway Guide for Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Alyssa stands in front of a mural that reads "I believe in Wilmington"

The best of both worlds: Spend a weekend along Wilmington’s riverfront and head to Wrightsville Beach for a day in the sand and sun!

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

A Comparison of The Gathered Drape Trench and The Long Mac Coat from Everlane

Alyssa holds both jackets in her arms

At first glance, these two trench coats from Everlane appear very similar. (You’d be forgiven if you thought they were the same coat, just in two different colors). After all, they both have button fastenings, pointed collars, and storm flaps, and both are generously oversized. They both serve the very same purpose: to protect the …

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

A Review of Cuyana’s Classic Leather Zipper Tote and Tote Organization Insert

Alyssa wears a black jacket and brown pants with the tote

When I updated my review of Cuyana’s Leather Travel Case Set, I realized that I had never written a review of their Classic Leather Zipper Tote as I’d intended. I’m here today to fix that! This post is not sponsored and I purchased the products shown, however, this post contains affiliate links and I may …