I’ve now been to Nantucket nearly ten times and every time I leave I truly cannot wait to go back. I feel similarly about Nantucket to Paris…it has a little magic that charms you every time; leaving you wanting more. I’ve just returned from my most recent trip to this island off the coast of […]

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Nantucket Guide

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July 14, 2025

Levi's Wedgie Jeans Fall Outfit

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale opened this morning for all shoppers and I’m breaking down the best things to buy from this year’s sale. I have (one again) scoured the many, many pages and narrowed down what I think are the best finds from what’s included in the sale. I also took into account inventory (I […]

Shop My Picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale + What I Ordered

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July 12, 2025

It was a busy, fun week over in these parts! I was balancing being out of office while also managing several campaigns for work and a big sale week. My Nordstrom Sale edit is live with top picks here and even more here. And today is the last day to shop Prime Day. I decided […]

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The Weekly Edit

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July 11, 2025

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access Picks

If you’re a fan of shopping sales, good news as the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access is here. Early access to the sale is tiered out so it began yesterday for Icon cardmembers and then opens to more shoppers as the week goes on. Starting today Ambassador cardmembers can shop and tomorrow it will open to […]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access Picks

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July 9, 2025

Happy Prime Day to all who celebrate! I became an Amazon Prime member back in 2018 and haven’t looked back since. I love the 2-day shipping guarantee and have come to rely on the service often. And I also love having Prime Video for the streaming capabilities linked to my smart TV. All that is […]

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Amazon Prime Day Picks

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July 8, 2025

Meghan Donovan wearing black Celine sunglasses

If you’re anything like me, you mostly associate cozy sweaters with autumn leaves or a snowy winter morning with a cup of something warm in hand. But, hear me out, sweaters absolutely deserve a place in your wardrobe rotation well beyond fall and winter.  I’m of the belief that spring and summer sweaters bring a […]

Best Sweaters for Spring and Summer: Styling Tips & Fabrics to Shop

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July 7, 2025

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