Look Linger Love

The kids went back to school today, I know parents everywhere are rejoicing. I was talking with a friend recently, a mom of younger kids, and discussing how things shift as your kids get older. I’m at that weird and wonderful parenting phase where school starting is no longer a massive relief. When my kids were younger I really really craved a routine. But now at 16 and 14 they’re more like mini adults who are fairly easy and fun to hang out with. I mean, I’m still very much in a parenting role (and in many cases I think it’s even more important to be present now than when they were younger), but I don’t need the break like I did when they were younger. Does that make sense?

Anyway, cheers to all of you out there breathing the sigh of relief. I’ve been there.

Let’s dive into some new things. Like my new casual jacket I just got that makes me feel 15 years younger when I wear it. Paired with a sweater I got maybe 4-5 weeks ago that I’ve already worn 4 times b/c it’s that good.

Wearing: denim jacket (more sizes here) XS, striped boxy sweater XS, light wash jeans 26, white street sneakers

Here are some more new arrivals on my radar!

striped sweater, squiggle knit pant set, blue printed dress, floral mini dress,

checked dress, floral jacket top, green silk track pants, blue stripe shirtdress,

navy lace silk pants, pink drawstring dress, white polka dot dress, cinched top

This blue printed dress is absolutely adorable and is from Tuckernuck’s brand. It feels like something you’d find on Moda Operandi. Donni silk track pants have been restocked. So cute with sweater now and with tees this spring. I shared this blue stripe shirtdress on my stories and it was super popolar. It’s adorable.

I ordered this jacquard jacket top so fast! It’s another piece that looks like it could be $2000 but is under $200. I’ll wear it as both a top, and open as a jacket.

Happy Tuesday :)

I think the overall theme here is cold weather color! I’m always drawn to happy colors and prints, they really can affect my mood. I included a couple of resort arrivals for anyone else taking a warm weather holiday!

argyle sweater, patterned shirtdress, velvet flats, fair isle sweater,

feather trim top & skirt, plaid mini dress, brown sweater, green floral top & pants,

high waist barrel jeans, blue sweater, green printed dress, stripe sweater

These new jeans are HIGH on my list right now, I wear Mother the most of any jean. I’m 5’4 so I’d order the petite version. The color of this sweater is absolutely gorgeous. These new velvet flats – I mean, SO cute with sweaters and jeans. This gorgeous green printed twill top and pants set just arrived and this would be absolutely stunning for holiday themed events! And if you’re looking for a great sweater under $60 I love this one. Lots of colors.

I also wanted to show this outfit bc it works for so much and is great for long travel days since it’s super comfy. I know a lot of us have holiday travel ahead, so wanted to share in advance :)

Also of note, my carry on suitcase that I use everytime I travel is 25% off right now – all of Away’s suitcases are included. These make a great gift.

navy capsule top and matching navy kick pants, the bigger carry on suitcase 25% off right now, quilted medium zip top tote

A fast read today I’d say.

Yesterday was a really fun day kicking off the Charleston Literary Festival with breakfast at the Swordgate House celebrating Jenna Bush and Ariel Sullivan! Now through next weekend there are so many amazing talks happening at the Dock Street Theatre. Here’s the schedule!

I wore one of my Sloane dresses b/c they’re the best. Also this bag and these heels.

Some favorite comfy clothes, these airessentials joggers, this long sleeve tee, these suede shearling slides, and my cozy socks.

And how adorable is this zip fleece?

And last night I went to the Charleston Lit Fest party! The theme was Jane Austen’s birthday party. Such a fun night.

I wore this green dress (got so many compliments), and this sparkly bag. My shoes are very old sadly so i can’t share those.

But here are some new pretty shoes. These red velvet flats are from Lilly Sisto’s collab with Viani Milano.

Last week Cabana came to Charleston for a pop up trunk show party and it was so gorgeous. I am a Cabana fan! I love their style, and their magazine-books are gorgeous.

I wore this button down shirt and these high waist jeans and gold heels. also my necklace and my bag.

I got this metallic fringe top (I have the XS and it runs quite small fyi) and these leather pants for holiday time and LOVE them both!!

This is a screengrab from a book update I recorded (sorry for the close up) and wanted to share my sweater b/c it’s like 50% off now. Also I just love this oval charm necklace.

A recent outfit I wore to my friend’s birthday lunch! This espresso long sleeve tee, these jeans, these black flats. And my paracord bead necklace that I wear all the time.

Just got these crystal party wedges!

And finally another jewelry pieces I’ve been wearing a lot are these new moissanite earrings. I got the big size and they’re just so sparkly and so impactful. I love them!!