Endless custard pastries, ornate tile murals, colorful buildings, and coastal vistas. This isn’t just the stuff of dreams (minus the stairs and hills it takes to access said coastal vistas), it’s Lisbon! Our first weekend trip of our semester abroad in London, this departure to Portugal was a much-needed escape from cloudy days and a…
HOOKED EM: ADVENTURES IN AUSTIN
Matthew McConaughey, a somehow flattering shade of burnt orange, bats, and ice cream that gets thrown at you. Before heading to Austin, this is the only knowledge I had of the city. That all changed on my magical weekend trip there, as my roommates and I flew down South for a hometown date with our…
Is there such thing as too much Old Hollywood? Notable looks from the Met Gala
The documentary “The First Monday in May” has been one of my favorites for a long time, as it beautifully shows the artistry and strategy behind the Costume Institute’s curation of their annual exhibit. Knowing how much planning goes into this one evening, from the seating arrangements at the vegan dinner to the measures to…
FALL THROWBACK FIT: THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALKIN’
Something about the changing of the seasons gives me a extra pep in my step and giddiness to my day. Whether it’s winter to summer or vice versa, fall and spring hold special places in my heart as times when change seems more possible and tangible than ever. As we’re finally getting to see some…
New Year’s Eve: Four Ways
If 2020 taught us anything, it’s to not take any of the little things for granted. On New Year’s Eve, those particular things included glitter eyeshadow and sparkling grape juice. Celebrating from the comfort of our home, we took the intimate soiree as an opportunity to throw together a whole palette of looks that embrace…
Annabelle’s Saturday Roundup
TO WATCH Bonjour! Looks like Emily’s work trip has been extended, as the Netflix original “Emily in Paris” has been renewed for a second season. Whether you loved it or hated it, Lily Collins will be gracing your screen once again in her color-coordinated berets and fashion faux pas. My take on the show is…