ever by X Dress Review
An honest review of The One Dress by Ever by X, a sustainable slow fashion brand fitting sizes 6-26 with petite and tall options. Continue Reading ever by X Dress Review
MAYA Fragrance Review: I Bought Into the Hype (and am glad I did)
I originally wrote this Maya Fragrance review in 2022, but updating it in 2024 as I have tried the latest fragrance from the company and wanted to add it. Also, the time of year I love Maya Fragrance the most is the summer… most fragrances are too much in the heat, but this one is… Continue Reading MAYA Fragrance Review: I Bought Into the Hype (and am glad I did)
The Lacquered Shine of Starry Night Blue
Growing up, we were surrounded by history: paintings of deceased relatives in the stairwells, furniture that told stories of past generations, china that came by ship a century ago, lamps left in wills, books written in previous centuries. The thing is, most of these items weren’t in any condition to blow minds on the next… Continue Reading The Lacquered Shine of Starry Night Blue
Weekend Reads #293
Weekend Reads Thank you, L, for sending this my way… Born in DC, I lived most of my life in Maryland, and spending my summers at Delaware beaches, I know the Orange Crush. In fact, it was the signature drink at our wedding in 2004! Maryland invented the orange crush. Now Delaware is claiming it.… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #293
Universal Standard Sample Sale 2024: Shopping Tips, What to Buy, & Discount Code
I know I am not the only one who loves the clothing brand Universal Standard. Offering elevated wardrobe staples and unique silhouettes in sizes 00-40, Universal Standard is striving to democratize fashion. All this, and the Universal Standard Sample Sale is happening right now with up to 90% off luxe items. This is a final… Continue Reading Universal Standard Sample Sale 2024: Shopping Tips, What to Buy, & Discount Code
Styling the Universal Standard Geneva Dress for Day and Night
Within the past five years, my body has fluctuated about 20 pounds, though I have essentially still worn around the same clothing size. Perimenopause, fitness changes, diet changes, life—they all affect my body, and I’d go broke if I bought a new wardrobe each time it changed. I am especially grateful to items in my… Continue Reading Styling the Universal Standard Geneva Dress for Day and Night