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    Bold Spring Jackets

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    These transitional months from winter to spring are always an exciting and hopeful time. After months of busting out the puffer, it’s finally time to shift to our lighter layers.…

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    For me, white sneakers are the default. They’re a shoe that’s comfortable – but elevated – and that’s going to be getting me from point A to point B in…

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    The blue jean is seen as one of the most foundational + functional pieces in menswear and it’s a great follow-up to the tee. Both durable & comfortable, this all-American…

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    staples: the tee

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    When I put my things in storage in NYC a few months back, I came home to Dallas with just the essentials. They were the staples that my closet couldn’t…

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    Mask Up!

    August 18, 2020

    Well, it’s 2020 and face masks are en vogue. A few months into COVID-19 I think all finally realized these cloth coverings arent’ going anywhere. I’d gone through a couple…

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    The Gift of Fit

    December 16, 2019

    We’re in that final leg of the year. The one that always seems to slip away so quickly! It’s the holiday season that’s sandwiched between Thanksgiving and New Years and…

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    Runnin’ up that HILL (CITY!)

    October 31, 2019

    This post is sponsored by Hill City and ShopStyle. HILL CITY is a brand I recently learned about and the first time I’ve been excited about an apparel line in…

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    Fall Flexin’

    October 1, 2019

    This week, the temperatures fluctuated and I got a little excited. Excited for the upcoming fall season in New York City. I’m sad to see summer fade, but honestly… bring…

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    June 30, 2019

    This year, World Pride hits New York City for a historic event – the 50th anniversary of Stonewall! It’s a busy and fun weekend celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and while…

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    Less is More

    March 20, 2019

    In 2011, Levi’s had made progress in how it uses water to process and wash its iconic jean styles. Levi’s Water<Less collection reduces water up to 96% in the finishing…

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