Here’s to another trip around the sun! We are so excited about the things coming, and all the fashion and stories we have to share with you! Enjoy tonight, be safe, and we’ll meet back here Wednesday! Let’s toast to 2018!!
Xo RA
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Happy Holidays!
Holiday Gown
How to Holiday: Get yourself a holiday gown. Does this gown have to be in holiday colors? No. Do holiday gowns have to be worn only during the holiday season? I don’t think so. Tis the season, and while that does bring with it the holiday reds and greens and sparkle; I say you can be daring. Get a holiday gown that not only makes you feel like a holiday princess, but that works all year.
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In defense of Gift Cards
There’s a rumor going around about gift cards. That they are not a thoughtful gift. They mean that you waited till the last minute. Gift cards say that you didn’t really care to get your loved one a “real gift”. I hate to be the bearer of bad news to rumors, but I respectfully disagree. Gift cards? I LOVE them. In fact, I think that gift cards are an incredibly thoughtful, real gift, and often, what your loved ones want. Don’t believe me? Let me lay out my defense of gift cards. Continue reading In defense of Gift Cards
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Scheduled Maintance
Loves!
We are sad to let you know that we are going to be down for a few days, due to scheduled maintance. In this time, we’re working on bringing you a more friendly site, better pics, and exciting new content full of outfit inspiration and fashion news! What to know: Continue reading Scheduled Maintance
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Sunday Chronicles:My love of Pie
Wanna know a secret? I normally don’t eat pie, or sweets for that matter. I’m not a strict adhere-er to the Tom Brady diet (there’s room for wine and chocolate in your life, I promise), but I eat fairly clean. The one day that I really make an exception? Thanksgiving. And loves, the real reason is pie. Continue reading Sunday Chronicles:My love of Pie
Sunday Chronicles: Internet Round Up
Sometimes things can be too much, right? I shared a little bit about my conflicting feelings about posting during weeks like this one on Thursday (You can read it here and those sales are still going strong!). It can also be hard to write during weeks like this one. We had every intention of bringing you a great editorial opinion piece today. This week was hard. My heart was a little battered, and I had travel to deal with. (If you follow me on Instagram I need people to be impressed with how light I packed for a 24hr trip). So, instead of presenting you a subpar piece, I went internet surfing. Isn’t that valid? I’m presenting you with the best of what I found-from deep thoughts to fashion inspiration. I hope that you enjoy what sparked me!
I loved this piece, 10 Regrets Too Many People Will Have in 10 Years Written before? Yes. A new take, with actionable steps? Yes. A favorite quote, “The key is to gradually practice letting go of these ideals and fantasies, and focus instead on making the best of reality. The truth must be embraced…”
Stop Calling Women Nags-How Emotional Labor is Dragging Down Gender Equality Many of my married friends shared this on Facebook this weekend. I’m not married and I can relate. What does that mean? I’m not sure. How can we non-passively-aggressively share this with the men in our lives? Discuss..
Now that I’m a pro at light packing, I want to keep it going! I have 2 more trips this month, I know I can make one fit in a carry on. The other is a road trip with a photo shoot, so no judgement when I overpack. But this take on packing in a carry on (they used the Birdy Carryon, I want one), is giving me hope for my packing future!
I shop for a living, so this guide to sizing up/down is amazing!
Meanwhile, this guide to caring for your clothes is a must for those of us who like to keep our money in our closets.
Paris Fashion Week Style, I’m also taking notes on this for all my fashion inspiration. Imitation is the best form of flattery, right?
I used to tutor as my day job. One of the brilliant, young women that I worked with is now is college (yes, somehow I’m still young, too). She’s fierce and intelligent and gives me hope for the future. The Klean is an online magazine she started with peers, and it is well worth your time. I’m so proud of her!
And because this week was what it was:
If you want to make your voice heard on gun control, Everytown is a great place to start. You can also text ACT to 64433 to join.
And if this week, and all the things, are taking its toll this guide to self care in the 24 hr news cycle is a must. Hint? Just because the news is on 24/7 doesn’t mean we have to watch it.
I hope that you loves this Internet round up, and that it balanced the light and the dark for you!
Wishing us all a week of peace, love, and amazing shoes! XO RA
Modern Woman, Retro Vibes
I’m a modern woman. Hear me Roar.
And yet…..
It’s totally modern to love retro vibes and want to be akin to a vintage pin-up, right? Right. It’s Friday, Let’s be modern and retro, it’s all the rage.
Here’s what I love about this vintage leopard skirt, it’s retro, very pinup, I love the slit. (Also, it was $10, I got it on Etsy, you can search silk leopard skirt). It’s also modern, you can’t help but notice that everywhere you look there are leopard print skirts/dresses/pants/shoes (and I’ve linked some of my favorites below). Leopard is a neutral. It goes with anything (how great would it look with red?), and yet gives you a little something. It’s great for modern women like us who are balancing modern and retro vibes, as there is nothing more retro than a great leopard print.
Another item with retro vibes? These platform shoes, yes you can find a pair at every price point and every color. I love the basic black, they lift and yet, because they aren’t a true heel, they’re so easy to walk in. ( These are HM, as we chatted about Wednesday, How to Fake It, I’m a fan of things that let us get on trend without breaking the bank or knocking off–and I love this satin). They look great with jeans, skirts, dresses, are a basic, and yet a conversation starter at the same time.
Off the Shoulder just for summer? Not a chance! This Jcrew number is a bit thicker than your average t-shirt, making it perfect for fall. And if you live somewhere where it actually gets chilly you can simply layer it over a turtleneck and remain super chic. Also? I love that off the shoulder manages the border between modern and retro vibes. It fits the theme and goes with everything in my closet. Win.
Modern Woman, retro vibes, perfect Friday. I think this is what it means to win?
I’d love to know: what’s your take on retro vibes? Do you love them? Do you agree with my take on them? Let me know!
XO
RA
Shop my picks below, including this exact pair of shoes and this top!
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Check out the new arrivals at Rent the Runway!
