We’ve reached that time of year when all I want to do is be outside — going for walks, sitting in the backyard, tending to my garden, dining on patios, watching country concerts, or simply laying in the sun. And my newest favorite accessory for all of it is the Belle Straw Cowboy Hat from American Hat Makers.

Styled here on our recent trip to California, it’s quickly become my go-to accessory of the season.

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With a touch of spring in the air, I’ve been hunting and pecking for some new pieces to add to my closet. I was served an ad on Instagram for GAP Factory (GAP’s outlet store) and have placed a few orders since. Let me show you what I bought for myself and what I’d recommend from them as a personal stylist. The best part about everything below? Each piece is under $50!

To shop: click directly on the product image, click highlighted words within text, or use the widget at the bottom. 

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My client is in her early 20s, loves fashion, and has a closet full of great pieces… but struggled to actually put them together.

As she steps into this new era of her life, we focused on creating outfits that feel intentional and polished—without losing that effortless, fun energy.

We curated looks for school, work, and going out with friends so she doesn’t have to second-guess herself getting dressed.

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With Valentine’s Day around the corner (next week, actually) I wanted to round up a few red/pink finds. I personally love this holiday — so cheerful and full of love — so it was fun to browse and collect a collage of items I think are perfect for occasion. Happy shopping!

To shop: click directly on the product image, or use the widget at the bottom. 

These are my favorite “luxury” pajamas.

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Happy Monday! Since starting personal styling, I’ve really seen the value of investing in a few key closet staples. Below, I’m styling one pair of black trousers three different ways—for shopping or drinks, office meetings, and weekend errands. I’ll link the exact pieces I’m wearing, plus similar alternatives if anything is sold out. Take a look below!

(For size reference: I’m wearing a medium in the trousers. They have a relaxed, mid-rise fit)

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In 2025, I started my own personal styling business so I wanted to share a quick read on how I actually go about shopping and styling each client.

Budget awareness

We don’t always set a hard number, but I get a clear sense of what feels comfortable so recommendations are realistic—not aspirational-only.

Age + lifestyle first

Age matters, but lifestyle matters more. I shop with your day-to-day life in mind—work, walking, school drop-off, social plans, all of it.

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I love the new year because it feels like a fresh start. That said, I also think it’s important to remember that you can begin again at any point — not just on January 1st. In 2026, I want to choose quality over quantity, in both relationships and material things. I want slower mornings and peaceful evenings. I want to romanticize my life, even when no one is watching. And I want to be okay with the idea that “success” doesn’t always mean more money or more status.

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A year ago when I started my personal styling business, I was doing complimentary styling sessions for anyone who would have me. I worked with an old high school friend who is a mom of 4, works full-time at a University, and doesn’t want any “fuss” when getting dressed. Below are 5 outfit ideas I sent to her to work from/use as inspiration when putting together a look. I thought I would start sharing client fashion lookbooks on the blog, for anyone to grab inspo from.

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Yesterday was one of those days where it was so frigid outside that I barely wanted to leave the house. I knew I wanted (and needed!) to stay warm so I threw on a long green coat that essentially ended up MAKING the outfit what it was. That got me thinking that if you have the right coat, everything else can be super simple. So, below are 5 coats that I believe are the outfit.

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Today I was having one of those days where I just didn’t want to be creative with my outfit. And don’t get me wrong, I typically keep my outfits pretty simple regardless of my mood, but today I had zero inspiration. Which coincidentally, inspired me to create a few “no fuss” outfit ideas for days like these.

Take a peek at the outfit collages below, and save this post for the next time you don’t want to have to think about what to wear.

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