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I know, I know—January is supposed to be the time for fresh starts, followed by the renewal of spring cleaning. But honestly? Fall is when I truly feel that “beginning anew” energy. Maybe it’s the nostalgia for back-to-school shopping, with crisp new notebooks and freshly sharpened pencils, or perhaps it’s the final release from summer’s …
*announcer voice* Welcome to the Carry-On Showdown! Today’s match pits a budget newcomer against a longstanding champion: it’s Quince vs. Away. Cheesy intros aside, if you’ve been reading since this blog’s launch in 2017, you know I’m passionate about luggage. If you’ve ever had a wheel give out or a handle snap or a zipper …
This just might be the coolest way to display your souvenirs…
Everything I packed in my carry-on suitcase for a weekend in Charleston (plus some thoughts on local style!).
I said it in my last post and I’ll say it again: Summer is my least favorite time to visit Washington, D.C. Why? It’s hot, it’s humid, and it’s crowded. Looking for more packing list inspiration? Check out my packing lists by season: Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter (I feel like I just …
For many, Labor Day Weekend marks not just the end of Summer, but the end of the travel season as a whole. But if you’ve learned anything after reading this blog over the past seven years, I hope it’s that a little thing like returning to school or work doesn’t have to stop you from …
I recently spent a summer weekend in Buffalo, New York, and it was glorious. No, not in the typical sunshiny way (in fact, the sun rarely made an appearance), but because summers in Buffalo are comfortable affairs with highs only occasionally crossing the 80°F mark. Coming from muggy, sticky Charlotte (and having recently visited other …
Once upon a time, it seems—at least to me—that linen was linen. Visit any thrift store with a decent amount of linen from 15+ years ago, and I suspect much of it will feel the same, regardless of the brand: cool, crisp, and dense. And if you’re lucky, it will also feel soft, because its …
I usually know better than to say never, but chances are, you’ll likely never catch me with a high-end designer bag in my grasp. Not because I don’t appreciate their craftsmanship and design – I do, from afar – but because I know I’m not worthy. I move through life at a quick and often …
Packing for a trip to New England is always a fun challenge. The region’s fickle climate, with intense winters and sudden seasonal shifts, requires thoughtful planning to ensure you’re prepared for anything. Especially when you’re packing for four days and limited to bringing only a backpack. This post is not affiliated with any of the …