Happy weekend. I hope it’s a good one. Spoleto fun continues over here: I saw Mavis Staples last night and have tickets to see Band of Horses tonight. Besides that, I’m just planning on a craft project with my niece, a swim, some reading, and the usual weekend things! Whatever you’re up to, I hope it’s wonderful. Enjoy a little time off. Xx
What is creatine, and what does it do? (Self)
My sister sent me Susie Mc Adams’ gorgeous home tour and I could not get enough of it. So much color, beautiful art, and layering.
An extremely cute under $200 alternative to the Farm Rio fish dress.
Relatable: My Luxurious, Lazy, European Summer… in Manhattan. (Bustle)
The best shows to watch on Netflix this month. (Vanity Fair)
The many lives of Leighton Meester. Love her! (Bustle)
I ordered these espadrille wedges this week and can’t wait for them to arrive.
Vulture had a really great list of what to read this summer.
An excellent dupe of my favorite Loeffler Randall sandals.
99 books for when you don’t know what to read next. (The Good Trade)
Adding all of these frozen cocktails to my summer to-do list. (Bon Appetit)
I bought this chrysoprase necklace for my sister for her birthday. So excited for her to receive! (use GRACE10!)
A truly outstanding bathroom makeover. (Apartment Therapy)
This linen shirt is the perfect shade of green. Ordered it this week!
Buffalo chicken burgers? Say less. (Food & Wine)
The five key summer fashion trends to know about. (Glamour)
J.Crew’s summer drop is gorgeous. I especially love this dress, this dress, and this open-weave cardigan.
Chez Panisse’s blueberry cobbler recipe. (NY Times Cooking)
How fun is the oversized eyelet on this set (top + pants?) Perfect beach outfit.
Is it bad not to have a best friend as an adult? (Vogue)
Lindsay Lohan is so back. (Elle)
This crochet dress from Hill House is perfection–La Vie Stylehouse vibes, maybe? I sized up to a large as I like these style dresses to be a bit more roomy.
“And Just Like That, I see myself aging.” Great read. (Bazaar)
7 apps to make travel less stressful. (Marie Claire)
The Cut‘s list of 100 beauty products that are worth it to their editors.
I really like the painterly stripes of this button-up vest.
Gah! This Hollywood Hills home is a dream; there is so much character. (Architectural Digest)
This dress has such cool lines and is under $200!
Are you doing too much to your skin barrier? (Allure)
A review of And Just Like That! I am excited to watch. (Time)
The perfect breezy white maxi dress.
10 ways to get a better outdoor space without spending a ton of money. (Washington Post)
A gorgeous fit & flare dress for only $80.
The best solo travel destinations for women. (Conde Nast Traveler)
I loved this feature on Jessica McCormack, I’m a huge fan of her jewelry. (NYT gift link)
BaubleBar has some great new arrivals. Love these $48 turquoise hoops.
Why Tom Cruise will never die. (The New Yorker)
I can’t believe this $100 sundress is not designer; it’s such a good find!
On perimenopause and eating disorders. (Self)
How to wear black when it is a million degrees out. (The Cut)
I’ve been wearing these lightweight earrings non-stop. They work with everything.
Delta One + Missoni is a dream team! (Travel & Leisure)
I have been working on framing a few family photos for my upstairs hall. I ordered two photos using these burlwood frames. Gorgeous, right?
On the mosaic interiors trend. (Vogue)
This chicken + summer salad recipe looks divine. (Bon Appetit)
Very into the breezy vibes of this nightgown style dress.
Easy rotisserie chicken recipes that make dinner a breeze. (Food & Wine)
I love the detailed seashell hem in this summer maxi.
Does manifesting actually work? (Self)
Charleston’s best bars. (Conde Nast Traveler)
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Band of Horses!
Love your style and writing… you have a bag charm on today’s feed… the OG is here https://www.tiffany.com/accessories/key-rings/elsa-peretti-bean-key-ring-19611884/ and since I believe you also love EP… wanted to share. I have it and wear it on a chain or cord (black, red, tan… ) around my neck but will hand off a bag next. Ty Ty. Enjoy your weekend.
Oh that’s beautiful!
We did a big round-up of bag charms here a few weeks ago: https://thestripe.com/best-bag-charms-summer-2025/
Yes , I have thoughts and lots of them. They wander at times. My buying is mostly curtailed by necessity . I have bills and I live alone now with a closet full of clothes I don’t wear nearly enough. Besides my guy in an ALF. No feeling sorry for me. I’m friendly but not with too many people or noise in a room. I’m remembering back to my single mom days in my 30’s and 40’s and having to work. There was ladies night half price drinks and Friday night dinner and dancing afterwards in Amherst, Mass and I sure had a few hangovers. I’d limit paying for two drinks myself and then a guy paid if we were talking. I was never drunk and I thought nothing of driving home to the mountains late or staying with a friend overnight. I didn’t day drink. I worked and never thought about that. I did come home and cook and then go out. Brrrr. Years later when my very much grown up son died of liver failure , I don’t drink now. I have a love hate relationship with drinking . I loved the sweet Kahlua drinks. White Russians, Girl Scout Cookies and mint drinks. My Dad owned a Liqueur store but he didn’t drink. My mom loved a Whiskey sour at parties and Weddings. Was I addicted to Alcohol like Jeff? No. Buying stuff and bad relationships? Yes in the emotionally unavailable sense . My son was extremely bright and smart and handsome . I didn’t see that coming at all until it did. Besides wondering if it was my fault that I missed it and that’s why I don’t drink, I think it’s more that I needed a drink in shy social situations which I don’t have now. I take care of two sick people and a home . Something always breaks here and bills have to be paid . Drinking has been replaced by TV, reading, and the occasional spurge when Grace has on a great outfit or recommends a book. Did a wild girl get weird? I really don’t know? Pardon my wandering thoughts. Maybe I need a Substack. ?
How was Band of Horses?
they were amazing!