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.

Continue reading HOW I ACTUALLY SHOP FOR & STYLE MY CLIENTS at Five Foot Nine.

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.

Continue reading AN ODE TO JANUARY at Five Foot Nine.

Holy moly guacamole, it’s been way too long since I’ve visited my OWN website and even longer since I last posted. It’s been a whirlwind the last, well, 2 years as I’ve navigated what I want to be when I grow up. I’ve toyed around with this website and becoming an “influencer” and while I still have those interests, it’s no secret that this little corner of the internet has been neglected. So, I apologize for that!

Continue reading I STARTED MY OWN PERSONAL STYLING BUSINESS! at Five Foot Nine.

We’re into the first week of September, and I can’t stress enough that I’m not ready for summer to end. Nice, warm days are so precious to me and I hate to see them go. That being said, the wheels are turning in my head as we approach the autumn solstice and I’m excited to bring in rich browns, animal print and suede pieces. If your wheels are turning too, below is my 2024 fall wish list to get you inspired.

Continue reading MY FALL WISH LIST | LEOPARD, BROWN, SUEDE at Five Foot Nine.

Sales, sales, sales, sales and more sales happening this week. But today I’m narrowing my sale picks down to one retailer — Shopbop. If you pay for Amazon Prime, log into your Amazon account via Shopbop.com and you’ll get 25% off select styles + free 2-day shipping w/ code PRIME25. Hurray!

Below are a few things I have my eye on/what I would personally spend my own money on during the sale.

Continue reading SHOPBOP PRIME DAY DEALS // 25% OFF! at Five Foot Nine.

Hey guys! It’s been an embarrassingly long time since I last posted here. Admittedly, I’ve felt a lack of purpose lately and so this little blog of mine has taken a back seat while I ponder the meaning of my life. Like, way back in the third row back seat. This isn’t a place I want to let go of, though, so I will do my best to post more frequently here.

I always say I love to to write – heck, it’s my dream job!

Continue reading WHY HAVEN’T I BEEN POSTING AS MUCH? at Five Foot Nine.

With every changing season, I like to clean out my closet and get rid of what no longer suits me, or what simply doesn’t fit anymore. But to make things less overwhelming, I’ve made a check list (see below) with various clothing categories that I’ll be tackling one at a time. This way, I can focus on a few categories per week without feeling burnout. I also think only having a few items to go through at a time will make me more excited to get started, and while it may take a few weeks, it’ll feel so good once it’s done.

Continue reading CLOSET CLEAN OUT CHECKLIST at Five Foot Nine.

Anybody else’s inbox full of Memorial Day sales already? Mine is! But in case you missed some, or want a better look at some of my favorite sales going on right now, take a look below*.

*While a lot of sales have already begun, I will try to update this list as new sales become available.

Abercrombie | 20% off almost everything

Aerie | 30-70% off sitewide

Athleta | up to 60% off select styles

Banana Republic | 30% off your purchase

Banana Republic Factory | 50-70% off sitewide

Everlane | 25% off sitewide

Faherty | 25% off (use code SUMMER25)

H&M | 20% off shorts & swim

J.Crew | 40% off sitewide

Levi’s | 30% off sitewide

Madewell | 25% off select styles, extra 25% off sale (use code LONGWEEKEND)

Mango | 30% off $230 or more (use code WEEKEND)

Old Navy | 50% off almost everything

Rails | 30% off (use code MDW2024)

Splendid | 40% off almost everything (use code LONGWKND)

Staud | up to 65% off sale items

Tommy John | 30% off $100+ (use code MDW30)

Veronica Beard | extra 20% off sale items (use code MDW2024)

Continue reading MEMORIAL DAY SALES 2024 at Five Foot Nine.

Now that spring has sprung, I find myself wanting to switch out bits and pieces of my home décor to celebrate the new season. Maybe that means wiping off the patio furniture and hosting a dinner party, or even easier, lighting a refreshing candle. However you choose to welcome spring into your home, below is a wish list of a few items I’d personally incorporate into my own space.

To shop, simply click on the desired product from the collage, or use the widget at the bottom of this post. 

Continue reading WISH LIST | SPRING AT HOME at Five Foot Nine.

I love seeing winter in the review mirror and spring ahead of us. But living in Idaho, “typical” spring weather doesn’t begin until late April/May. So while *most* retailers are rolling out shorts, tanks, and dresses, those pieces just aren’t practical for the next few months. Enter today’s post! Below, I’m sharing transitional spring pieces that you can actually wear NOW without sacrificing your warmth.

To shop, simply click on the desired product from the collage, or use the widget at the bottom of this post. 

Continue reading WISH LIST | TRANSITIONAL SPRING PIECES at Five Foot Nine.