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Some hairstyles from decades past make a triumphant return. Others… well, let’s just say they’re best left in the scrapbook. Case in point: Deb’s side ponytail in Napoleon Dynamite. via GIPHY< Granted, Deb’s hair was supposed to look goofy — it was part of the humor. We’d never crack on sweet Deb!–or ponytails in general. […]

I love gift giving. They say it’s better to give than to receive, and I wholeheartedly agree. Nothing makes me happier than finding the perfect gift. It’s so fun selecting a lavender-scented candle, bath oil, or other little luxury to delight someone I love. Rarely, though, do I get luxurious gifts for myself. But now […]

We love pretty jewelry. But some accessories are more than just pretty—they tell a story. Matching bracelets have long been a quiet symbol of connection. But this delicate beaded set from Simply Styled NY takes that sentiment to a charming new level. The design is simple: one bracelet for you, one for her. The designer […]

Why Penny’s Pink Dress Suit in Big Bang Theory Still Inspires In the series finale of The Big Bang Theory, Penny surprised everyone when she traded in her signature casual style for a hot pink dress suit that was equal parts playful and powerful. The look nods to bold ’80s power dressing but still works […]

We’ve talked a lot about clothing items lately, but this time we’re turning our attention to jewelry. And what a season to make the shift: if 2024 was the year of barely-there chains and whisper-thin stacking rings, 2025 is shaping up to be a different story entirely. Bold, colorful jewelry is stepping into the spotlight […]

Melrose Place style is back–and here’s how to wear it now. *This post contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission at no cost to you.* Confession: In the 90s, a few of my fellow English grad students and I used to gather in my tiny apartment once a week for what we lovingly […]

Before there were influencers, there was the food court. Before TikTok hauls, there was Contempo Casuals. And before fast fashion became a click away, your entire fall wardrobe lived at the mall—anchored by one staple piece: the deep V-neck sweater. Soft. Slouchy. Slightly oversized. These sweaters—especially in dreamy pastels and rich autumn hues—were the crown […]

“It is ever so much easier to be good if your clothes are fashionable.”— Anne Shirley, Anne of Green Gables There’s something undeniably charming about a blouse with lace at the collar, soft puffed sleeves, or a row of delicate buttons. They evoke a slower time — one of daydreams, letter writing, and long walks […]

You want to go to the first few football games. Really, you do. You just want to look pretty (and survive) in the heat!

The very idea of anything sweater-related right now, as we wilt in what feels like the center of the sun, is almost too much to bear. And yet… if you want to take advantage of Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale, fall fashion must be on your mind—at least a little. The sale ends August 3rd, and some […]