Earlier this year, I wrote this post about finding myself after more than twenty years as competitive figure skater. It wasn’t easy to learn who I was after spending my entire life defined as a figure skater. But something else that…
Archives for October 2018
Friday Favorites: Week 24
TGIF! Has this week seemed longer than normal to you? I have to say I’m so glad it’s almost the weekend, and not just because I have a Halloween party to go to on Saturday. Although that might be like…
To Do in the Dam: Apple Picking at De Olmenhorst
Halloween and fall aren’t really celebrated in the Netherlands. They have a small holiday for the children around this time of year where they light lanterns and sing for treats, but for the most part everyone is already getting
Save vs. Splurge: Sweater Weather
While summer dresses and sandals are fun, nothing makes my heart sing quite like finding the perfect sweater. From thin layering styles to chunky turtlenecks, I’ve never met a sweater I didn’t like. But when sweater weather hits, it can…
Friday Favorites: Week 22 & 23
Happy Friday, friends! We had some crazy warm days here in Amsterdam this week (70’s in October!). Thankfully I can report that there is an appropriately fall chill in the air today. Which is good because I’ve got a ton…
5 Chic Halloween Costumes That Aren’t Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Halloween is by far my favorite holiday. But that also means that I tend to put a lot of pressure on finding the right Halloween costume. When I was in college, I always wanted to find something sexy. Now that…
Tips for Mixing Prints Like a Pro
Mixing prints can feel so daunting. When done well, it looks incredibly chic. When done poorly, it can look like an overwhelming mess. But the truth is that mixing prints doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, with a few…
A Case For Doing Something That Scares You
I have a type A personality. That means I love planning things out, being organized, knowing what’s going to happen in advance, and having as much control over a situation as possible. Often, this works really well in my favor….
Brown is the New Black This Fall
If you followed along with fashion month, then you’ve likely heard (and seen) that brown is the new black for fall 2018. The 70’s inspired hue was all over the street style looks of fashion’s elite. While brown may not…
Friday Favorites: Week 21
How is it that this week felt so long even though I was on vacation for the first half of it? These kinds of weeks are supposed to fly by, but I’ve been struggling to make it through. Maybe my…
Guide to a Weekend in Antibes
Nestled between Nice and Cannes in the South of France lies a quiet little town called Antibes. This charming town boasts a series of delightful beaches, an old town filled with lovely little French houses, and fantastic food. While the…
