The big news over here? Both boys spontaneously decided to buzz their hair. Like…Pax randomly texted me on Monday afternoon, “Mom can you buzz my hair?” and when I got home a couple of hours later…he was there, waiting, clippers in hand. We did the whole gradually-go-short by cutting different hairstyles first (as best as I could manage – I’m not great, but I learned a bit about cutting hair during COVID) yet in the end, he wanted it gone.
And? Pax loves it. His confidence – already at a solid 200% – doubled. He is now insufferable. He was feeling so good – dancing around, posing in the mirror, snapping selfies – that Raines got in on the action.
As soon as it was done (and yes – I also cut gradual hairstyles for Raines – all of which he refused)…Raines was immediately filled with regret. At one point he was lying face down on the floor, moaning, “WHAT HAVE I DONE” while Pax literally danced over his prone body.
Mike and I couldn’t stop laughing.
In all honesty, both boys look great. For some reason, I feel like all men try shaving their heads at least once in their lives. It seems to be one of those weird, universal truths, like the earth orbits the sun, and men grow at least one mustache. Gahhh.
We launched our 2024 guide to fall “trends” this week (the quotes are because the trends in the guide are truly our own best guesses – a result of debates between our Gen Z, Millennial and Gen X team members) and the first follow-up article – my personal edit of how I’m incorporating the trends – drops tomorrow. It’s taken a ton of work, but I’m kind of excited to see how our content plays out this month.
No. Absolutely not. I’ll admit that there was a hot second, when looking at reviewer photos that I was like, mayyyyybe? But I think I’m too old for this shit. I…I can’t, guys. Not again.
This navy sneaker, however…is gorgeous. Such clean lines, a retro vibe, and the most beautiful – and bold!! – shade of navy I’ve ever seen. So good.
Ok but booties? If anyone is wondering what this year’s ankle boot looks like…it’s this one. Also in black. (There’s also Vince, if you prefer him.)
Can’t resist a good cuff. I was just about to hit order on this cuffed pair of Veronica Beard Jeans (the ‘Taylors,’ a longtime favorite)…and then I saw this pair from Wit+Wisdom for under $100. Aaaand they come in petite sizes, too.
Too much like Toteme? I have been drooling over this Toteme jacket with an attached scarf for years…but it’s over $1000. However, I just found a very similar piece from Quince for under $200. How do we feel about this?? It’s so similar that I’m feeling some kind of way. That said, the Quince piece is 100% merino wool (Toteme’s is a blend of wool & polyester), AND I’ll admit that other brands have made similar pieces: Naadam, COS, even Isabel Marant. Thoughts?
No reservations. Quince also came out with a leopard print version of their washable, 100% silk midi skirt. I have this skirt in black – it’s fantastic.
Wear to work. This 100% silk tee in a seriously cool map print(!!) is almost 50% off and there’s matching pants (also 100% silk). It’s a genius set for year-round wear: as-is in the summer, or wear with tall boots and an oversized blazer (or cardigan) in the winter. The print is cool and quirky enough to be timeless without being boring.
Oh haha. I realize that I’m literally sitting here typing away in these Printfresh PJs (print: ‘tidal tapestry’) which have a similar vibe to the set I just linked above. I like what I like, I suppose.
Fall nostalgia. I’m ordering this waffle-knit by Faherty to wear under overalls this fall. Yes, with UGGs, too. While you’re there…check out the sale section: this crochet hoodie and this cool sweatshirt (Native designed) are my top picks.
Wild. I just discovered that my favorite Topshop cord bomber (NSale, several years ago) was just reissued in leopard and I ordered it immediately. Size down.
This whole outfit. There are trends, and then there are pieces I will just always like. For example? Pink pants. I love that entire outfit, but I’d swap the loafers for Sambas and call it a day. (Proof here in 2017 and here in 2018.)
Yay, Sports. A buddy of mine started The Side Jawn, with all kinds of Philly sports teams merch. Warning: he’s a BIG Philly sports teams fan, so some of his designs have long standing insider Philly jokes. I have this vintage Eagles inspired sweatshirt (in white), but there’s a ton of stuff (my other fav: this No one likes us, we don’t care sticker – haha Albert, I want this on a shirt). If interested, my sweatshirt runs small, so size up.
The Tiffany Problem. I came across this reel explaining a problem in historical fiction where some historically accurate words are commonly viewed as too modern to be used. For example, no historical fiction writer will use the name Tiffany – even though it dates to Medieval(!!) times and was actually quite common – because it just seems too modern to most people. Anyway, this reel has a few other examples (haha?? unfriend??!!) that are kinda fun for you fellow word nerds. Also, this guy is super funny. 🙂
Enjoy your weekend!
xo,
S
