Tag: Travel Style

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 …

Destinations, Kentucky, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Packing List for a Winter Weekend in Louisville, Kentucky

Alyssa stands outside of Please & Thank You in Louisville wearing all-black

Sharing my real-life carry-on suitcase for a winter weekend in Louisville, Kentucky.

Style, Wish Lists and Gift Ideas

Summer 2023 Style Wish List

Umbrellas on a beach in Nice

Happy Summer Solstice! The weather in Charlotte is ultra-dreary today (I’m not even sure we’re going to see the sun on this, the longest day), but I’ve had sunny style on the brain for months. I’ve missed bringing you these fun, seasonal wish lists, so I’m dipping my toe back in with a little roundup …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

I Tried Quince for the First Time and I Have a Lot of Thoughts

Closeup of a white silk cami with a Quince tag

The market is flooded with direct-to-consumer brands these days, and while they tend to offer products at a reduced price thanks to cutting out the middleman, it’s not always clear if their products are better quality than a traditional retailer. But I still feel intrigued when a brand claims to offer quality items at a …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

The Ultimate Day Trip Guide to Downtown Kannapolis, North Carolina

Alyssa stands in front of a vintage car below the marquee of Swanee Theatre

I’m back with another regional guide! Today we’re visiting Kannapolis, just thirty minutes Northeast of Charlotte. Established to serve the employees of Cannon Mills Company (founded in the late 1800s and expanded in the early 1900s as the world’s largest towel producer), many of the historic buildings in what is now Kannapolis still stand today, …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

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.

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

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 …

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

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 …

Destinations, Mexico, Packing Lists, Style, Travel

Traveling Light: A Carry-On Packing List for Guadalajara, Mexico

Alyssa wears a wide brim straw hat and a blue ruffle dress

A real-life packing list from a week spent in hot and sunny Guadalajara – all packed in a carry on, of course!

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

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