In this week’s post: the book series I’m loving, have you seen The Odyssey yet, the “trade offs” of summer, tons of OOTD inspo and a back to school tote for mom.
Gooooood morning! Welcome back and happy Wednesday, I say it every week, but Wednesday’s seems to come so quickly these days! I was having some crazy mid-summer blahs last week, I think I’ve pushed through and have come to the other side. I’m both excited about a few summer things we have still yet to do and starting to really get excited for fall too. All in a balanced way. August is always a weird month like that. My daughter is getting antsy to get back to campus and I have to say, it’s going to be so hard to see her go. It’s been so fun having her home for the summer. But also balance that with the monumental task of getting her packed and ready to go back looming, I realize, everything in life is a trade off. Ying and yang. I’m trying to enjoy the summer days, while balancing the practicalities of everyday life.
But enough about the nuances of late summer, let’s catch up!
Recently on Substack:
I say it every week, and I’ll say it again… THANK YOU for being here. I know adopting a new platform/app/place to be on your phone isn’t easy. I love this little corner of the internet without all the shouting of clickbait (i.e. ragebait) and algorithms. It’s just seems so chill here. I love it. And I really appreciate you being here too.
Quite a few retailers are drip dropping new arrivals for fall. I wish retailers would do a better job at offering more transitional pieces instead of jumping straight to full on fall pieces, but that’s a story for another day. Here I rounded up some very fun new finds that are on my wishlist right this moment.
Brand gifting that’s worth talking about. I love these.
I’m playing stylist by answering what to wear for readers upcoming events. I hope to do more of these soon!
Believe it or not, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is still going on! Prices on these new fall arrivals go UP next week. Shop some of my favorites from the sale here.
Beauty empties! What’s empty and what’s getting reordered (or not)!
Recent OOTD:
What I’m wearing on the daily. This is the part of the summer where yes I have actually worn those shorts 16 times and I’m wearing them again. It’s funny because in my dms I get people asking to see how items can be styled multiple ways all the time when I ask for content feedback, but when I actually wear items multiple times: CRICKETS. I get it, the internet and social media runs on dopamine and re-wearing clothes gives ZERO dopamine. So it’s a lose-lose. But, this is also my real life. So I do real-person-stuff. Even when the internet seems to hate it. The last week has been alllll about very easy combos that work really well. If you crave simplicity in your wardrobe, these looks are for you.
The easiest outfit combo for a hot day. I love these longer shorts so much.
White shorts on repeat… since I’m out of summer outfit ideas.
Recent bestsellers:
What YOU all are loving lately!
I adore these full length wide leg jeans. They are so chic and just ordered them in blue for fall.
You all loved this budget version of a bandana style bag!
I love that these barrel jeans are too barrel-y.
Everyone’s favorite “magic” pants make the list pretty much every week!
The cutest sweater, like ever.
Another great sweater to transition you to fall. It’s a classic.
These simple tanks are the best. I own them in several colors.
This glowy SPF has a cult following. It’s just SO GOOD. I’ve never worn anything like it.
5 random things:
I’m majorly sucked into this book series. It’s so fun (and funny!) and lighthearted. The perfect summer read.
You guys love when I share tennis bracelets and I was just gifted this new one in a bezel style and it’s SO GOOD. Great price and it’s 14k gold. I’ve loved adding it to my stack!
Have you seen The Odyssey yet!?!? Sheesh, everyone is talking about it. I was going to wait until I could watch it in the comfort of my own home but peer pressure may have me in the theater soon!
The easy skincare routine I’ve been loving lately!
If you need a back to school tote for all your mom duties this fall. I can’t recommend this one enough. It’s so chic and carries SO much.
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