*Updated for 2020. Originally published in 2018. Can you believe it’s that time of the year again?! Gift Guide season is upon us! If you are someone that likes to be SUPER prepared during the holiday season then this is the gift guide for you. You never want to be in a position where you forgot to get a gift… View Post
Dôen + Everlane: Ethical Outfit of the Day
I feel like it’s been soooo long since I’ve done a regular outfit of the day post. 2020 has been a weird year! But I finally got a change to get out of the house to visit The Row in DTLA and it was the perfect spot for photos because it was deserted! I feel bad for all the businesses… View Post
Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
It’s pumpkin season! One of the things I look forward to in the fall is baking pumpkin chocolate chip bread! My mom made this bread when we were growing up and even wraps it up to give away as gifts during the holiday because it’s THAT GOOD. The other great thing about this recipe is that it’s super easy. Sometimes… View Post
Gifts for the French Girl at Heart
*Updated for 2020! (Originally published in 2018) If you or someone you know is a French girl at heart then I have the perfect gifts to share with you! I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite items from my favorite French brands. But you don’t have to be a francophile to appreciate these gifts. These are items that… View Post
How to Care for Your Sweaters
When talking about ethical and sustainable fashion, it’s important to talk about how to care for your clothes. One of the tenets of sustainable fashion is getting the most wear out of your existing clothes so they don’t need to be replaced. That can only be achieved through proper care. Sweaters are a piece of clothing that I believe has… View Post
Fall Picks from the Shopbop Sale
* I work with Shopbop on a gifting basis. All opinions are my own. I’ve been a shopper at Shopbop for years now and it’s my go-to place to get higher-end bags and shoes. I love that they have a curated selection of designer and affordable brands. I always get an amazing deal through Shopbop because they regularly have items… View Post
Recent Fall 2020 Closet Additions + YouTube Try On
I’ve got some great fall pieces to share with you from my favorite brands! Scroll to the bottom to check out the YouTube Try On video I just posted with all of these pieces. Recent Additions to My Fall Wardrobe The Alpaca Tee c/o I’m a big fan of Everlane’s Alpaca Sweater and this year they’ve released a tee version!… View Post
My Favorite Places to Shop for Sweaters
*Updated for 2020 I love a nice warm, chunky sweater but unfortunately I don’t get to wear them as much since I live in California. So when I get a chance to visit cooler climates I definitely wear them on repeat. Even though I don’t get to wear my sweaters as much anymore, I still can’t resist picking new ones… View Post
Neutral Fall Outfit Ideas
I’ve been having fun in my closet trying on all of my fall clothes! It’s too hot to actually wear them outside but I thought I’d show you what I’d wear if it was cool enough. My fall wardrobe definitely has a theme – NEUTRALS. I’ve found that collecting a bunch of neutral pieces allows my wardrobe to be more… View Post
Rouje Gabin Dress Review
It’s no secret that I love everything from the French fashion and beauty brand, Rouje. I’ve been buying their clothes and makeup for several years now and they hit it out of the park with every launch. I’ve never been able to visit France but I feel like I have a little bit of Paris with me when I’m wearing… View Post
My Favorite Things Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for Women
Ok, don’t call me crazy but I’m already thinking about holiday gifts! I think with all the COVID craziness people are looking ahead to the holidays even earlier for some relief. I also want to make sure you have all the best options so you can keep your eyes out for the holiday deals before things sell out! So without… View Post
Fall Wish List: Sézane, NAADAM, Everlane and more!
I love fall clothes. I love the color palettes and the textures. I love the cozy knits and the boots. And I especially love layering! Sadly, it never really gets cool enough in California to fully appreciate my fall wardrobe. Never the less, I still love to put together wish lists for my favorite fall pieces! What’s On My Wish… View Post
Tips for How to Afford Ethical Fashion
I feel like the biggest reason why people aren’t interested in shopping ethical fashion is because they think it’s too expensive. And they would be right…and wrong. So I’m here to share a little bit about the prices behind ethical fashion and how you can afford it – even on a budget! How to Afford Ethical Fashion I think we… View Post
My Favorite Fall Nail Colors
I’m not usually one to paint my nails at home because I feel like my manicures last longer when I get them done at the salon. HOWEVER, due to COVID I’ve had to start doing my own nails because the salons aren’t open! That means I’ve been searching high and low for the BEST FALL NAIL COLORS so I can… View Post
Ethical Fall Wardrobe Capsule Guide 2020
Wow! Is it really FALL already?? I’ve noticed that retailers are all having their end-of-summer sales in preparation for the fall season! So with fall right around the corner, I’ve put together a minimalist fall capsule with pieces from ethical brands! You could also call this a closet essentials fall capsule since it’s filled with closet staples that you should… View Post
Where to Get the Best Fall Boots
It’s time to put away the sandals and start thinking about boots! I have to admit that even though it’s probably too hot for boots in Southern California, I still love to shop for them! Boots/booties are always at the top of my fall wishlist. Suffice it to say, I have quite a few pairs! So in today’s post I’m… View Post
Nécessaire Clean Body Care Review
*Products were gifted but all opinions are my own Get 10% off your order w/code “JESSICAW10” (valid 1/14-1/17 2021) Nécessaire is one of those brands that I kept seeing everyone and their mom post about on Instagram. Usually, that kinda turns me off but there’s a reason everyone is talking about this brand! It’s that good. I was initially intrigued… View Post
Ethical vs. Sustainable vs. Slow Fashion: What’s the Difference?
Since I’m making a conscious effort to share more ethical fashion I thought I’d go over a few terms first so everyone is on the same page. I’m sure you’ve heard these terms thrown around: ethical, sustainable, and slow fashion. A lot of people use these terms interchangeable but there’s actually a difference. Some brands and products might encompass all… View Post
A Black Dress and a Classic Tote
A black dress adds instant class to an outfit. It doesn’t even really matter what type of black dress it is (mini dress, midi dress, cocktail dress) or what material it’s made out of (silk, cotton, stretch jersey), a black dress just makes you look more sophisticated. As you know, I’ve been living in dresses due to my postpartum body… View Post
50+ Ethical Fashion Brands at All Price Ranges
I’m so excited to share a directory of 50+ ethical fashion brands to shop at all price ranges! Trying to find ethical/sustainable/slow fashion brands to shop can be difficult and overwhelming so I’ve tried to find the best brands to compile into one list to make it easy for you! These are brands that I either shop at, want to… View Post
An Evening Stroll through Huntington Gardens
Recently, my husband and I got the chance to escape without the kids for an hour or two to spend some time at The Huntington in Pasadena! We’ve been several times before and love it! The gardens are BEAUTIFUL and it’s such a nice escape from the city. We usually go during the day (and with kids) so it was… View Post