This week’s whims are a culmination of what’s on my mind – a week spent outdoors in the Swiss sun, impending back-to-school, and getting back into our regular routine. Here’s what made the list this week…
My Back-to-School List
Back to school is in a few short weeks, so I’m doing my usual prep of essentials for the girls:
Their favorite sneakers
Fresh water bottles
These darling name bags
For The Ceramic Mug Purist
I exclusively drink my coffee in the morning out of a ceramic mug, even when I’m on the go. It drives Thomas nuts. Just living life on the edge over here! I was browsing Etsy the other day and found this shop with colorful striped ceramics that I would happily reach for in the morning, along with these marbled drip-effect ones.
Call It By Your Name’s RTW Debut
Call It By Your Name’s loafers and pouches have become essentials in my wardrobe. So when they finally launched a new ready-to-wear collection, I was very excited. Here’s what I’m loving:
These paisley silk trousers
This striped dress
This bandana-print shirt
Wardrobe Essentials We All Agree On
AYR is a favorite brand of mine, and yours too, as many of you have shared with me! These jeans and this shirt are two pieces that I rewear constantly. Right now, they are having 20% off two or more of their best-selling knit tees.
Have Jewelry, Will Travel (Case)
This cute and colorful travel jewelry case was an easy yes. Plus, it’s under $120.
My New Favorite Hat
This yellow hat was on repeat in Switzerland with lots of different looks. I love how it adds a pop of color to a casual look, so I’m adding the orange version to my closet for fall.
My RealReal Rules
I’ve spent years finding some of my best resale purchases on The RealReal and want to share some of the tips I’ve learned along the way to help you find what you’re looking for.
My top one is “First Look”— $12 a month, and it pays for itself almost immediately (try it for a month and you’ll see what I mean).
Saved searches for my favorite designers
I’ll broaden my size range because most things can be tailored
I am very picky on condition, so I apply “very good” or higher
I pick pieces that I can return just in case they don’t work out
Everything being authenticated before it ships makes it so I feel confident when shopping luxury names like Miu Miu and Valentino.
I pulled 30+ pieces I’d actually wear this fall into a wishlist here.
In partnership with The RealReal.
Exponent Beauty
I met the founder on a trip back in January and immediately wanted to buy the products after talking with her. Her mission is to solve the problem that a most of our skincare loses it’s potency within a week or two after opening. She solved this by creating a formula that allows you to mix the ingredients on the spot, so the potency is 100% every time. I personally love the Vitamin C Serum, formulated for sensitive skin, that has brightened and helped my skin with fine lines.
Beata Heuman
I love Beata Heuman and her shop is always a fun peruse. I saw these trellis pinboards and think they are such a chic, clever option for showcasing my girls’ favorite things. Also love the red.
Quiet Town x Alex Mill
The Quiet Town x Alex Mill collab is truly cheerful. The work jacket and tote are my picks!
Xx Julia
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