Tag: Shoes

Style, Travel Tips

Sole Searching: The Ultimate Travel Shoe Roundup for Fall

Alyssa wears the Milan Loafer while walking around Charlotte

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 …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

Style, Elevated: A Review of The Toujours Boot from Poppy Barley

Alyssa wears a white top and jeans with black boots, a black belt, and camel coat

Sharing my honest review of The Toujours Boot from Poppy Barley. A few keen eyes spotted these boots on my Instagram Stories recently and reached out – so I’m thrilled to pop in and share my full review of this striking style today! It has been a minute since I added a dressy, heeled boot …

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Essential Travel Shoe: An Honest Review of the Go-To Lug Chelsea Boot from Nisolo

Alyssa walks in a pair of lugsole boots from Nisolo

As I mentioned in my review of Nisolo’s Go-To Flatform Sandals, my shoe preference has shifted quite dramatically over the years—from slim-soled to substantial—to match the cyclical trend of shifting garment silhouettes. Now that I’ve broken those sandals in comfortably for travel, guess what? Cold weather has arrived. Nisolo kindly gifted the Go-To Lug Chelsea …

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Nisolo Go-To Flatform Sandal Review

Alyssa stands by a brick wall wearing flatform sandals and linen pants

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you may have noticed that clothing trends have shifted significantly over the past few years. Wide, flowy tops have shrunk in all directions, and pants have assumed the volume our tops have lost. Jackets grew from tiny little things and now offer plenty of coverage when the weather …

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A Review of the Perfect Block Sandal from Sarah Flint + Three Ways to Style Your Pair

Alyssa wears the Perfect Block Sandal from Sarah Flint on a set of stairs

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 …

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An Honest Review of The Poplin Short-Sleeve Box Shirt, Alpaca Cropped V Cardigan, Smock Dress, and More from Everlane

Alyssa stands in front of a VW wearing The Smock Dress Floral

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 …

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A Look at Everlane’s Travel-Ready Daytripper Shirtdress, Italian Leather Tourist Heel, Linen Way-High Drape Pant, and Cactus Leather Hobo

Alyssa wears the Daytripper Shirtdress from Everlane

A mini-review of a few new items from Everlane, including The Daytripper Shirtdress, The Italian Leather Tourist Heel, The Linen Way-High Drape Pant, and The Cactus Leather Hobo

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An Honest Review of the Melia Flat from VIVAIA

Alyssa sits in front of the mirror wearing the Melia flats

A review of VIVAIA’s dainty flats made from recycled water bottles – and an exclusive discount code for readers!

California, Destinations, Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style, Travel, USA

Is This the Best Boot for Travel? A Review of the Eva Everyday Chelsea Boot from Nisolo

Alyssa is standing on rocks wearing black pants, black boots. It's a close up shot of her calves and feet, and the Golden Gate Bridge is visible in the background.

I recently had the opportunity to travel to San Francisco for work—but one of the stipulations was that I could only bring what would fit in my personal item on the plane (the bag that fits under the seat in front of you). I’m no stranger to packing light and knew that I could pull …

Colombia, Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel

Traveling Light: A Carry-On Packing List for Cartagena, Colombia

Alyssa stands under the colorful Cartagena Umbrellas

Everything I packed for a four-day trip to Cartagena—and a review of The Day Crossover Sandals from Everlane