Tag: Partnerships

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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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A Review of the UltimateS and Foundation Lines from Universal Standard

Four garments from Universal Standard hang on a clothing rack

If you follow me on TikTok, you might have seen my recent video highlighting the new UltimateS and Foundation lines from Universal Standard. While video is a great tool for assessing fit, it’s not always the best medium for conveying more detailed information about a product, so I thought I would pair that short video …

Destinations, Georgia, Travel, USA

Exploring the Best of Atlanta’s Suburbs: A Weekend Travel Guide to Dunwoody, Georgia

Alyssa reads the Discover Dunwoody guide in a hotel room

Where to stay, what to do, and everything you need to eat during your weekend getaway in Dunwoody, Georgia!

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, South Carolina, Travel, USA

The Insider’s Guide to Carowinds for 2022

Amanda and Alyssa at the Carowinds entrance

What you need to know before you visit this theme park that spans two states!

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Everlane Reviews: The Curvy ’90s Cheeky Jean, Organic Cotton Tissue Tank, Gathered Drape Trench, and ReLeather Tennis Shoe

Alyssa wears blue denim, a cream tank, and white sneakers and sits on a wooden step

Breaking news: I recently found the very first pair of 100% cotton jeans that work for my curvy figure. Up until now, all of my jeans have had some sort of stretch (at least, from my late-middle school years until my thirties – I have no idea what kind of denim my parents purchased for …

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Three Outfits for the Spring of Deception—and Tips for Transitional Dressing—featuring American Giant

Collage of Alyssa in the three outfits discussed in the post

For those days where it’s not quite warm yet not quite cold

Charlotte, Destinations, Food, North Carolina, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Romantic Staycation at The Dunhill Hotel in Charlotte, NC

…and why you should book it for your next stay in Charlotte, NC – whether you’re a local or from out of town.

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Review: The Clara Shirt Dress from wool&

Alyssa wears a black long sleeve dress from wool& and is looking at her cat

I have a confession to make: I’ve been holding out on you. I received the Clara Shirt Dress from wool& two years ago and haven’t written about here yet. Well, I did, kind of. I wore it here, on my trip to Winston-Salem. But I haven’t given this dress the time and review it deserves, …

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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.

Destinations, North Carolina, Travel

Winter Travel Guide for Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina

Snow. That’s just one of the many reasons that Michael and I chose to move to North Carolina in 2019. For snow. But like, occasional snow. Just often enough that we would feel excited when it snowed, but not so often that it would hinder our daily life. And while it finally snowed a few …