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 …
Category: Style
Everlane Reviews: The Draper Pant in Wool, The Italian Leather Chelsea Boot, ReNew Catch-All Case, and More
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 …
Traveling Light: A Packing List for Roanoke, Virginia
A real-life packing list for a late-summer weekend in Roanoke, Virginia.
Celebrating Life’s Milestones With Commemorative Jewelry from GLDN
Marking the occasion with custom jewelry from one of my favorite brands.
My Favorite Travel, Style, and Home Sales for Labor Day Weekend 2022
Is it just me or has this summer really just been a summer? For my U.S. and Canadian friends, I think it’s safe to say we’ve earned this long weekend. Michael and I are traveling somewhere next weekend, so rather than flying two weekends in a row, we’ve decided to stick a little closer to …
An Honest Review of The Poplin Short-Sleeve Box Shirt, Alpaca Cropped V Cardigan, Smock Dress, and More from Everlane
Sharing an honest review of The Poplin Short-Sleeve Box Shirt, The Cotton-Merino Cami, The ReLeather Tennis Shoe, The Linen Shoestring Jumpsuit, and The Organic Cotton Cutaway Tank I’m a little behind on my latest Everlane reviews—so feel free to settle in for this longer-than-usual post! Today I’m rounding up a few new (and new-to-me) items …
Hands-Free Travel: A Review of the Nyala Foldover Clutch and Sodo Belt Bag from Parker Clay
Most people don’t like to admit when their opinions change. It’s a bit scary to admit because it feels like we were “wrong” – and it is naturally embarrassing to admit when we’re wrong. But it’s also very human to grow and change and, well, occasionally be wrong about things. So for the sake of …
Traveling Light: Packing List for Albany, New York (in a backpack!)
Everything I packed in my under-the-seat bag for our weekend in Albany, New York
A Car-Free Summer Weekend in Chapel Hill, North Carolina—and Everything I Packed
A $30 hotel stay brought us to Chapel Hill… …but it was the charm that kept Michael and me occupied during our recent weekend visit. Prior to this visit, we had driven through Chapel Hill exactly once, on our way out to Maple View Farm back in 2019. So it’s safe to say that when in …
Traveling Light: A Carry-On Packing List for Columbia, South Carolina
A real-life packing list for a summer weekend in Columbia, South Carolina.