Tag: Outerwear

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I Just Tried Universal Standard’s New Style Club—Here’s What I Discovered

Alyssa wears a black tank and black pants

Have you heard the news? 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. Disclaimer: I was gifted an edition of The (US) …

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Quince Italian Wool Double-Breasted Coat Review

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 …

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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.

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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 …

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Universal Standard’s Mystery Boxes are Back for 2022!

How to score a great deal on a selection of mystery items (including an exclusive promo code!)—and what I received in my Mystery Box.

California, Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Packing List for Five Days in San Francisco

A real-life packing list for an autumn visit to San Francisco.

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

Traveling Light: A Summer Packing List for Charlotte, North Carolina

Flatlay with light wash denim cutoffs, a white linen top, and a red bandana

Opening my suitcase and sharing everything I packed for a long weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina: It’s not often you see a long-distance road trip packing list on Wayward! A few weeks ago we visited our friends in Charlotte, North Carolina, and to be honest, I fretted over what to pack. Michael and I had …

Alabama, Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: A Packing List for an Alabama Road Trip

A photo of the Alabama Theatre. The marquee reads ALABAMA

Everything I packed for a long winter road trip through Alabama.

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

Traveling Light: Winter Packing List for Asheville, North Carolina

Alyssa stands in the Asheville airport wearing a sweater, jeans, and boots

A real-life packing list for five nights in Asheville, North Carolina (during the winter!)

Destinations, Mexico, Packing Lists, Style, Travel

Traveling Light: Packing List for Three Days in Mexico City

A graphic that reads "Mexico City Packing List"

My colleagues were confused when I lamented about packing for Mexico City. “Why?” they asked. “Don’t you just pack shorts, tanks, and sandals?” All of Mexico is not hot, with sunny beaches. In fact, much of the interior of Mexico runs quite cool due to the elevation. Mexico City’s temperature varies little throughout the year, …