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Once upon a time, it seems—at least to me—that linen was linen. Visit any thrift store with a decent amount of linen from 15+ years ago, and I suspect much of it will feel the same, regardless of the brand: cool, crisp, and dense. And if you’re lucky, it will also feel soft, because its …
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. The very first launch of The (US) Club sold out in a few hours …
At the start of a week in mid-December, an intriguing email landed in my inbox from Universal Standard: “We’re bringing back in-person shopping (with a twist) so you can see, touch, fit, and feel just-launched and best-selling pieces with the help of our styling team. We’ll be coming with a brand new collection of styles, …
What clothing category do you find is the most challenging to shop for? Wait, wait, don’t tell me – let me guess: Is it denim? (It’s probably denim). At least, that’s always the category I struggle with most, and the one I seem to hear the most grumbling about. Jeans are almost always too short, …
Revealing what was inside my Mystery Box from Universal Standard – and sharing an exclusive discount code.
A limited-time sale from the world’s most size-inclusive brand – plus an exclusive discount code!
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 …
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.