What a fun month! Can’t wait to see the B Sides in action (and selfishly curious to know how true to size you think they are… have always been scared to try on the realreal!)
They came today! They are a tinyyy bit big but not in a bad way. I actually think if I took my true size they wouldn’t have the same effect. I’ll take a pic soon!!
Ok this was a v helpful behind-the-scenes process overview! I’m really loving when people add in how they’re thinking about purchasing within their budgets (s/o Elin Strong!!) I’m thinking I need to try those Aritzia shorts for a more tailored summer look 👀
Yes to Elin’s $ transparency! Love her! The Aritzia shorts are GREAT, I recommend going up one size. I love them - they don’t wrinkle, look chic, but are super comfortable!
I love the way you kicked this newsletter off. THAT BOOK. And all the incredible inspo that followed! Like are you kidding meeee? Just brilliant top to bottom. May need to twin you on the & other stories score — will wait for you to report back. And hell yeah for talking about money, honey!
Hahaha thank you - can’t go wrong with a little Bear Hunt reference! This is soooo side note, but it’s hilarious- one of my kids is really sad for the bear at the end and my other one is like GET LOST YOU STUPID BEAR. It’s like a litmus test for their personalities haha. Yes if the Stories bag lives up the way I hope it will PLZ twin me!!!! I would be honored!
This is such a fun sub! Glad to be here and now have my eye on those same B jeans! I’m so curious about the indyx app and downloaded but don’t really know where to start. Any resources on that you could point me to?
Thanks!! With Indyx, it took a few hours but it was so worth it for me. I didn’t take any of my own product photos, I either used Google or Pinterest to find the original product photos and used those, and in cases where I couldn’t find them, I used photos that are close enough (like a pair of black pants in a similar cut). Now, I just add things as I buy them. I think a lot of brands are becoming wise to wardrobe trackers and include photos of the item laid flat, not on a person. I hope that helps!
oh man, FINALLY, someone else who understands the pain of a wool allergy. I truly just cannot wear it, not even 5%. Do you have any spots you go to for non-wool sweaters? I struggle every year!
It’s my biggest gripe about winter! It’s SO hard to find sweaters that don’t have wool or cashmere content! I can’t do even 5% either, I feel like fire ants are consuming my body! I have found that GAP, Banana Republic, and J Crew have good 100% cotton or cotton/silk blend sweaters. BUT I’ve also embraced sweatshirts (why did it take me so long??) and lean more towards button downs in the winter instead. I absolutely do NOT buy synthetic material sweaters anymore. Once you go 100% cotton you can’t go back. For a more “luxury” option Baaba has a great one!! https://babaa.es/tag/cotton/
I wore the bag yesterday and it was super lightweight and stayed on my shoulder well (no slipping, which is my biggest pet peeve!). I do think it’s more of a “use on occasion” bag and not the every day workhorse, but it’s a fun thing to have! I’ll post more pics and details in my next post reviewing my new purchases!
So much amazing inspiration in here! I love your take on sophisticated work looks, but your casual styling is so good, too! My old boss, Stacy, is one of the co-founders of B Sides, and she truly has the best best best eye. Her taste is impeccable. Love what she’s built. Dying to know if the jeans worked though? Sometimes they run big…if so, maybe I can re-buy them from you ;)
Omg no way! What a small world :) they actually fit like a DREAM but brand new denim is always too pristine for me, they’re in the dryer right now hoping to give them that “I’ve worn these before” feel haha. I usually wear a 27 in denim but these are a 28. I didn’t want them too tight anyways! I’m dying to go their storefront in Hudson. One of these days I’ll do a day trip!
Yay!!! A true wishlist/TRR score! These definitely need a slouchy fit so some banging around in a dryer cycle sounds like an excellent plan. I can’t wait to see them on you! We should do a substack excursion someday!
I just adore you and your writing!! It is so so so fun to read. I can't wait to see all your purchases. If you're taking requests, I'd love a follow-up letter. The jeans and the jacket!!! Stunning. Also, I think you should totallyyyy get that red Longchamp purse. Soooo cute!
Thank you frienddddd, right back at you! I will def do a follow up post! The next one will be a try on for all this stuff, and what I’m packing for a trip upstate!
What a fun month! Can’t wait to see the B Sides in action (and selfishly curious to know how true to size you think they are… have always been scared to try on the realreal!)
They came today! They are a tinyyy bit big but not in a bad way. I actually think if I took my true size they wouldn’t have the same effect. I’ll take a pic soon!!
BSides- give this girl a sponsored post budget!!! Sooooo good Emily, I love the way you piece all your wants together in such a connected way.
Hahha from your lips to God’s ears!! Come on B Sides! I’m making collages for you just for funsies hahaha.
Ok this was a v helpful behind-the-scenes process overview! I’m really loving when people add in how they’re thinking about purchasing within their budgets (s/o Elin Strong!!) I’m thinking I need to try those Aritzia shorts for a more tailored summer look 👀
Yes to Elin’s $ transparency! Love her! The Aritzia shorts are GREAT, I recommend going up one size. I love them - they don’t wrinkle, look chic, but are super comfortable!
Oooh ok great tip thank you!
I love the way you kicked this newsletter off. THAT BOOK. And all the incredible inspo that followed! Like are you kidding meeee? Just brilliant top to bottom. May need to twin you on the & other stories score — will wait for you to report back. And hell yeah for talking about money, honey!
Hahaha thank you - can’t go wrong with a little Bear Hunt reference! This is soooo side note, but it’s hilarious- one of my kids is really sad for the bear at the end and my other one is like GET LOST YOU STUPID BEAR. It’s like a litmus test for their personalities haha. Yes if the Stories bag lives up the way I hope it will PLZ twin me!!!! I would be honored!
This is SO true! That last image is a total litmus test!! Great book, though. You gotta go through it!
This is such a fun sub! Glad to be here and now have my eye on those same B jeans! I’m so curious about the indyx app and downloaded but don’t really know where to start. Any resources on that you could point me to?
Very helpful thanks!
Thanks!! With Indyx, it took a few hours but it was so worth it for me. I didn’t take any of my own product photos, I either used Google or Pinterest to find the original product photos and used those, and in cases where I couldn’t find them, I used photos that are close enough (like a pair of black pants in a similar cut). Now, I just add things as I buy them. I think a lot of brands are becoming wise to wardrobe trackers and include photos of the item laid flat, not on a person. I hope that helps!
oh man, FINALLY, someone else who understands the pain of a wool allergy. I truly just cannot wear it, not even 5%. Do you have any spots you go to for non-wool sweaters? I struggle every year!
It’s my biggest gripe about winter! It’s SO hard to find sweaters that don’t have wool or cashmere content! I can’t do even 5% either, I feel like fire ants are consuming my body! I have found that GAP, Banana Republic, and J Crew have good 100% cotton or cotton/silk blend sweaters. BUT I’ve also embraced sweatshirts (why did it take me so long??) and lean more towards button downs in the winter instead. I absolutely do NOT buy synthetic material sweaters anymore. Once you go 100% cotton you can’t go back. For a more “luxury” option Baaba has a great one!! https://babaa.es/tag/cotton/
Thank you!!!!
Can you try these nude sandals!? https://www.reef.com/products/womens-sandals-willow-quinn-natural ... They feel dainty enough for the recreated look , but walkable. The other suggestion would be the ancient Greek comfort ones.
Oooh love those!!!!
The jacket!!
You got the jacket!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 Now maybe I need that bag. I’ve been look in to replace my ride or die and this is CUTE 👌🏻
I wore the bag yesterday and it was super lightweight and stayed on my shoulder well (no slipping, which is my biggest pet peeve!). I do think it’s more of a “use on occasion” bag and not the every day workhorse, but it’s a fun thing to have! I’ll post more pics and details in my next post reviewing my new purchases!
I hate a sliding bag!!
So much amazing inspiration in here! I love your take on sophisticated work looks, but your casual styling is so good, too! My old boss, Stacy, is one of the co-founders of B Sides, and she truly has the best best best eye. Her taste is impeccable. Love what she’s built. Dying to know if the jeans worked though? Sometimes they run big…if so, maybe I can re-buy them from you ;)
Omg no way! What a small world :) they actually fit like a DREAM but brand new denim is always too pristine for me, they’re in the dryer right now hoping to give them that “I’ve worn these before” feel haha. I usually wear a 27 in denim but these are a 28. I didn’t want them too tight anyways! I’m dying to go their storefront in Hudson. One of these days I’ll do a day trip!
Yay!!! A true wishlist/TRR score! These definitely need a slouchy fit so some banging around in a dryer cycle sounds like an excellent plan. I can’t wait to see them on you! We should do a substack excursion someday!
so much good inspiration this week! love how you brought the pieces to life! The jeans and the bag and the jacket. obsessed!
Thank you, coming from you that’s a huge compliment!! The jacket is a stunner for sure!
I just adore you and your writing!! It is so so so fun to read. I can't wait to see all your purchases. If you're taking requests, I'd love a follow-up letter. The jeans and the jacket!!! Stunning. Also, I think you should totallyyyy get that red Longchamp purse. Soooo cute!
Thank you frienddddd, right back at you! I will def do a follow up post! The next one will be a try on for all this stuff, and what I’m packing for a trip upstate!
can’t wait!!
The net bag reminds me of grocery store bags for fruit
That’s totally what the inspiration is!
Ok I’m getting that bag. 🏃♀️
Get it!!!!!
Oh this was fun to read! Gorgeous images and styling Emily! x
Thank you, Jenny!!! I appreciate it! 💕💕
its all so fnk CHICCCCC
💕💕thank youuuuuu - my ultimate compliment!