Tag: lifestyle

  • Second Time Around

    Sunday, May 10, 2026

    There’s something about this time of year that naturally shifts your focus. Spring cleaning starts, garage sale season picks up, and suddenly it feels easier to let things go. Out with the old… but not always in the way we think. Because sometimes what we’re calling “old” isn’t the problem, it’s just how we’ve been using it. And that’s where the idea of thrifting shows up a little differently for me.

    Thrifting is about re-seeing what you already have. At its core, to thrift means to be economical, to use your money and resources carefully, without waste. Sometimes that looks like finding a great deal, like a wool pinstripe suit for $15 or a cotton shirt dress for $7.99. And other times, it’s simply shopping your own closet and styling pieces in a way you haven’t before. Whether you’re buying something new, thrift shopping, or working with what you already have, the goal is the same, making it work for you, in a way that fits your life.

    When you start building your wardrobe with intention, it becomes less about constantly adding and more about knowing how to use what you already have. That’s where your basics come in, the pieces that can transition, layer, and evolve with you from season to season. And when you do decide to add something new, whether it’s thrifted or bought, it fits seamlessly into what you’ve already built instead of feeling like just another piece.

    Tap the image to explore thrift shops near you… and don’t forget to share with a friend who loves a good find.

    And to all the mothers, bonus moms, grandmothers, aunties, and women out here nurturing everyone around them while somehow still trying to hold themselves together too, Happy Mother’s Day!

  • A Bright Start

    Monday, March 16, 2026

    If you’ve ever had a case of the Mondays, you know the feeling of stepping into a new week with equal parts curiosity and determination. Day one turned into day ten pretty quickly, and by then I was already sitting with my 30-60-90 day checklist, observing more than speaking so I could start shaping my assessment for the end of those first thirty days. Of course, there were more questions than answers. That’s usually how it goes in any new environment. The staff welcomed me, and the Gemini in me had two reactions at the same time. The optimist genuinely appreciated it. The pessimist laughed a little, because I always say everything is good… until it isn’t. In a new workplace people usually do one of two things: they either try to get to know you, or they ignore you completely. Both responses tell you something important.

    The ones who don’t care tend to reveal themselves pretty quickly. The ones who show care usually fall into two categories: those who are selfless and genuinely want to help, and those whose interest is a little more self-focused. Experience and discernment teach you to recognize the difference. But regardless of which type you encounter, the optimistic side of me chooses to focus on building something positive and moving things forward. Positive energy matters in life, and especially when stepping into a new job. Sometimes that energy, a sort of bright light at the end of the tunnel, can even show up in something as simple as the color you choose to wear.

    So, I’m sharing this look as a little inspiration and a well wish as you begin your own new chapter, or just simply a new day. This outfit brings in Canary Yellow, one of Spring 2026’s standout trending colors. Yellow has long been associated with optimism, clarity, and fresh starts. And when you’re stepping into a new environment full of questions, personalities, and unknown challenges, a color like yellow can be a reminder to stay positive while keeping yourself grounded. Tap the image to shop the look, and subscribe for more style inspiration and seasonal color ideas this Spring.