Layer Lightly: The Sheer Styles to Wear Now

I remember last year when sheers were announced as one of the big trends, and Carly and I did our trend recap. I just couldn’t wrap my head around it! A blouse, sure . . . but on the bottom? Not so much. I liked the look on other people but thought, “maybe we just leave this one to the kids.” I didn’t think much more about it until this year when I saw this Cami skirt and changed my mind. I’m not sure if you’re the same, but sometimes when a new trend emerges, I need a season or two to get accustomed to it. And then suddenly it will click for me and make more sense. That’s what happened here.

Carly’s Cut, Vol. 2

Carly is back with the second installment of Carly’s Cut. If you missed it, you can read the first one here. And if you are like, “Who is Carly!?,” she’s The Stripe’s Creative Projects Manager–she’s worked with me for over two years now. Carly has a killer eye and amazing taste. Aside from her monthly vintage finds column, her role has been mostly behind the scenes. I wanted to change that as she has such great recommendations, and I like bringing in her younger perspective. Here, she shares what she’s shopping for, watching and reading, saving to Pinterest, and eating. The most important things!

Weekend Reading, 10.4.25

What’s coming to Netflix this month. Are you lazy or just a “career minimalist?” Tips and tricks from interior designers for a perfectly made bed. How to cook Brussels sprouts like a chef. The great personal style debate. How these very well-read people find the time to read. Noteworthy books. Keira Knightley’s thriller era.

Great Style Under $200

It’s very important to me to highlight shopping finds in a range of price points and one thing you may not know is that I have a “great style under $200” section on my ShopMy page that I update multiple times a week, if not every day! It’s packed with fabulous finds at accessible prices. Right now, a few personal highlights are

Must-Have Accessories for Fall and How to Style Each One

It’s time to swap out beach bags for blanket scarves and start leaning into fall. And while I do really love summer (pool days in the backyard will forever be my favorite), I get a little giddy when the mornings feel just a bit cooler—even if we’re talking Charleston-level “crisp.” I personally love welcoming the cooler season with small things, like elegant fall tablescapes and a Nest pumpkin spice candle. Most of all, though, I love finding new, seasonal accessories. Accessories really can make or break your outfit. Before her book tour, my sister came over to borrow a few pieces to add a little oomph to her outfits. She has a beautiful wardrobe, but very few accessories. I let her borrow my…