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I spent several weeks testing and wearing every scent in the Dreamy Discovery Set from Skylar, a clean fragrance brand—and I have a lot of thoughts. — Unless you catch me just after a shower (um, can you not?), chances are, I probably don’t smell like myself. Instead, I probably smell like any number of …
*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…
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 …
Has there ever been a fabric more associated with summer than linen? Perhaps Lycra, I suppose – if you live in a swimming region. But linen has been the queen of summer dressing for millennia. Linen fibers are highly breathable and have moisture-wicking abilities, and its resulting fabric has anti-static tendencies, shying away from sticking …
Sharing a quick review of the Rosso Straight Ponte Pant from wool& – and a few fun ways to style it.
Let’s put this convertible bag to the test…
Universal Standard recently launched an all-new Style Club called The (US) Club. It’s reminiscent of the popular former Mystery Box promotion, but with a new goal in mind: to curate a current, wearable wardrobe based on the season and style forecast. The very first launch of The (US) Club sold out in a few hours …
Sharing my honest review of the Italian Wool Double-Breasted Coat from Quince Brr… I’m not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but here in Charlotte, things are pretty chilly. Wondering whether or not you need a third piece when running errands or heading out to dinner is no longer …