News

Attention readers: if you currently have a 2000s-era Gucci belt gathering dust in the back of your closet, do not throw it away. According to the S/S 20 runways, belts are about to be back and bigger than ever for the upcoming season. Thin, thick, embellished, plain—designers showcased new belt styles of all shapes and sizes and paired them with everything from boyfriend blazers to dresses to jeans. And honestly, we couldn't be more thrilled about their comeback. Thanks to their ability to add polish to any outfit while simultaneously holding up your pants, belts are the perfect fashion-meets-function accessory....

Two and a half years ago I was in the hospital gazing down at my newborn and I couldn’t stop the tears. The tears signified helplessness, confusion and anxiety. I knew the cries were from postpartum depression. This wasn’t the tender and compassionate moment I was imagining. I so desperately wanted to feel thrilled, but my hormones were raging and my emotions were kicked off balance. At the time, I didn’t know how to deal with the feelings so I masked it up with makeup and went on my way. When I got home the anxiety consumed me and I...

Whenever I am introduced to someone new and the inevitable, “So what do you do for a living?” question pops up, I get to share that I am a gardener and a writer. “Oh!” they exclaim, “It must be great to work outside all the time!” I’ll nod and say, “Yeah, sure, it’s great,” then think to myself, “If only they knew…” Working outdoors really is great. I’m an outside guy through and through. But man, when you spend so many days in a row outdoors from morning to evening, it gets HOT! The sun and the warmth feels wonderful...

I wrote this blog post in 2015, after a delightful visit from my friend Geralin Thomas. I’ve updated it a little, including adding that Geralin is now selling an inexpensive Wardrobe Wisdom Workbook. Geralin is my secret weapon when it comes to looking good. I’m so lucky (and grateful!) For the last eight years I’ve been fortunate enough to be friends with Geralin Thomas, a professional organizer and wardrobe consultant who has patiently been trying to educate me on what to wear and how to wear it. (I like looking nice, but I lack confidence in knowing what looks great...

I wrote this blog post in 2015, after a delightful visit from my friend Geralin Thomas. I’ve updated it a little, including adding that Geralin is now selling an inexpensive Wardrobe Wisdom Workbook. Geralin is my secret weapon when it comes to looking good. I’m so lucky (and grateful!) For the last eight years I’ve been fortunate enough to be friends with Geralin Thomas, a professional organizer and wardrobe consultant who has patiently been trying to educate me on what to wear and how to wear it. (I like looking nice, but I lack confidence in knowing what looks great...