We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. I’ll admit it. When it comes to shoes, my self-control is questionable at best. I can pass on a trendy top or skip a splurge on denim—but a cute pair of shoes? That’s where my willpower ends. […]
Photo by Andrew Neel on Unsplash Originally published in October 2017 That Christmas song got it all wrong: The most wonderful time of year is fall. Everyone knows that. But beyond hitting the pumpkin patches and apple orchards, wrapping yourself in blanket-like sweaters, and eating your fair share of root vegetables, what else should you […]
We’re continuing our series of product reviews on Wit & Delight, where I offer my in-depth thoughts on tried and true products I’ve been using for months (or years) that have changed my daily routine for the better. These reviews are intended to provide detailed information on products that may be of interest to you, […]
Call it cliché, but the minute September hits, I can’t wait to start making soup. Sure, it may not be *that* cold out yet, but there’s something about the nostalgia of the season that comes flooding back with every bowl I make. (That and there’s always gazpacho for warmer days, right?) While I have a […]
This post is brought to you by Sézane.See more of my favorites from Sézane here. Fall is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe, and a few key pieces can effortlessly transition you into the cooler months while keeping your style on point. Whether you’re looking to swap out your summer staples or update your look […]
Photo by Stephanie Sunberg for Maria Stanley Your mind does interesting math as you get older. I get persistent nausea thinking about how fast the past twenty years flew by. Months before my 40th birthday last year, I kept doing the calculation: If the next twenty years go as fast as the last, then I’m already sixty—which means […]
Neutrals are important colors in interior design, even if you tend to be drawn to bold colors. And there’s a lot to navigate when it comes to neutral paint color selection. I wanted to share a few of the best neutral paint colors I’ve used in our homes, why I’ve been drawn to them, and […]
As I’ve been on my quest to do less and have less, I’ve been confronted with a crossroads: what I need and what I don’t. Sorting needs versus wants can be a tricky business, akin to sorting out the opinions others have of you versus the ones you have of yourself—murky territory for lifelong people […]
Swapping favorite reads is my favorite form of social currency. I devoured some really special books this year and felt it was the right time to compile a list of the ones that stayed on my mind long after I read the last page. My criteria for what makes a read share-worthy extends beyond just […]
Photo taken in my home as part of a collaboration with West Elm. There are people in my life who are the most wonderful gift givers—always thoughtful, always unique, always spot-on. I’ve learned some lessons from these friends and family members on how to be a really excellent gift giver, and I’m sharing them with […]