I’m also working hard on building out a library of practical and value-driven content for paid subscribers. It will be a place where we can deep dive into the things no one actually talks about when it comes to creating and styling cool looks. Plus, we’ll discuss affordable options and how to rewear them! Think of it as a fashion publication, but for the everyday person. So be sure to check it out if you aren’t already a paid subscriber.

Let’s get into the week!

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I’ll keep repeating myself, love this time of year, as I’m sure many of us do. There is something in the air that feels slightly nostalgic and a little magical. Not to mention, the fashion just gets better and better. It feels like there are more things to do, people to see and reasons to actually get dressed, like really dressed up! As a mom or parent, you know those occasions can feel few and far between sometimes, so I personally love having an excuse to lean in.

With that said, it’s also the season of shopping, so I will be curating gift guides for the cool moms and dads (and possibly cool kids? Would you all be interested in that? Answer the poll below). I also have started a curated monthly shopping list, SHORTLISTED, for my paid subscribers. We discuss whats worth buying for your wardrobe from everyday staples and investment splurges to the trend-heavy pieces worth trying. You can check it out here. I also wrote an extensive article on finding the perfect jeans for your personal style and body type. You can read that here.

Now, let’s review the week on instagram!

This Week in Review

Fall is Here

Started off the week with a savable and sharable carousel of fall inspiration for the cool dads. These are the perfect way to nudge your husband to update his look this fall, wink wink. Reviewing some trends you’ll be seeing everywhere like field jackets, rugby shirts and more. These are easy to reference when you feel stuck in a rut or are actively shopping for some pieces to add to your closet.

Break Out of That Rut

We brought back my signature series, the Three Color rule, and this time for fall. Quick and easy inspiration for how to create unique color combos for your fall looks. I love seeing the positive response and engagement for these types of posts, with so many comments saying that I helped people see color in a whole new way! That’s the point. I am pushing and challenging you to play and have more fun with fashion in a way that works for you.

Leggings Are Dead

Then we got into activewear and how to make your leggings feel current. We all have heard probably a million times now, “leggings are dead!” and while yes, that is true, many people still wear and love them. Including myself! BUT just because something might not be the hottest trend, does not mean you have to throw it out. There are easy styling tips and swaps you can do to still make your leggings feel current, because good luck trying to pry them out of 99% of millennials’ hands.

One Pair 3 Ways

I’ve seen this stop-motion style all over Instagram and think it’s a fun and quick way to get a hit of outfit inspiration. I took a pair of utility pants and styled them three ways to show you how to get more use out of the items in your closet. Do you see my little assistant in the corner?

Cool Mom Gift Guide

The first installment of the gift guide is here. This one is for the cool moms who love their self care. Think indulgent gifts that feel unique yet luxurious. This is part 1 and I will continue this series throughout the month for the fashionable moms, the homebody moms, sporty/wellness inspired moms, and then of course dads too!

October Cool Mom

October can still be a transitional month in many places, so here are some trends and inspiration on what to wear for the month. I think I am going to start adding in monthly carousels like this because I can curate overarching seasonal trends as well as micro trends that pop up like the cummerbund or purple and red. Which I’ve been talking about that, I think, since March, btw! Happy to see it’s finally becoming mainstream.

Nice to Meet You

This one is a repost since we have a lot of new faces around here. Sharing a little bit more of my journey into motherhood and how I created The Colorist. At the end of the day this community is about all of you, helping parents reconnect with themselves and their personal style again. I strongly believe personal style is such an important part of identity and self-expression. Let’s be real, when we like our outfits we’re just better people.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Here is the collection page for the holiday jammies and they’re 40% OFF RIGHT NOW plus an EXTRA 20% off! RUN! I’m telling you, do yourself a favor and get them ordered so you can cross it off your list. One less thing to worry about as the seasonal chaos commences.

• You all have been loving the cobalt blue hoodie I wore from last week, so here is the link again.

• As many of you know, I love sunglasses. I recently got this pair for a smaller shape and light lens. I also love this pair and this pair too. Warby Parker is great because you can customize the lenses and add prescription if needed.

• Believe it or not, I don’t really have anything purple, so I’ve been on the hunt for a sweater or long sleeve. Eyeing this, this or this.

• Lastly, I can’t gatekeep these for all the holiday outfit planning. I’m a big fan of Cakes and they have this amazing, reusable best selling silicone boob tape that is gentle on the skin but lifts and holds for those strapless or deep v tops/dresses. They also came out with this new viral “invisible thong” for those tight dresses or high slights. They’re 100% cotton and reusable/washable as well, seriously NO underwear lines. They also come bundled for a 15% discount.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

It can be hard to filter out the noise and discover what actually feels like you, or what you truly need vs. seeing it on your feed 100 times and convincing yourself you need it.

That’s why this month I’m launching SHORTLISTED, the curated monthly shopping list to help you filter out the noise. I will be actively updating this throughout the month with fresh finds and items that relate back to other topics and articles. Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any updates!

We will focus on solid wardrobe staples that you can build upon from season to season as well as some fun WOW pieces because, well, fashion is supposed to be fun! As I add new picks, I will continue to build out the guide, broken out by category.

This month, SHORTLISTED is all about fall items like denim, pants, jackets and boots.

Let’s get into it!

Denim & Pants

Should you go slim, barrel, wide-leg, or skip the denim altogether? Here are my top picks below for every vibe and budget. If you need more tips on styling jeans and how to create an effortless look, be sure to check out this article where we go more in-depth. Don’t forget to read this article as well to find your perfect fit for jeans.

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Think of this guide as a way to understand the best fit and styling tips for each type of jean. That way you don’t have to rely on a trend but can make the jean work for you and it will always look good.

Finding the right pair of jeans comes down to understanding two important things:

Part 1: Understand Your Denim Fit Details

Part 2: Understand the Main Denim Silhouettes.

Plus, I’ve also included what key terms brands use when describing their jeans so you can actually find them. I’ve also added a link to SHORTLISTED the monthly curated shopping list at the end of this article.

Let’s get into it.

Part One: Know Your Denim Fit Details

Most people buy jeans based on the style, barrel, wide leg, straight, etc., or how they see them fit on a model or someone else without realizing the same pair is going to fit very differently on their own body. Then they end up confused about why they don’t look the same. There are three major details you should check before purchasing a pair that will help reduce this problem 99% of the time.

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The end of the year is closing in fast, but I am so excited about the cooler weather over the next few months and playing with new pieces like jackets, gasp! I still can’t even imagine wearing one right now, it’s still so hot here in Arizona.

Besides the weather, we are also ushering in a festive time. Every weekend feels like there is a sporting event or family gathering or another holiday, so needless to say with fall and winter fashion we have way more excuses to get dressed up and make more intentional choices.

Over the upcoming weeks I am going to be curating Cool Mom and Cool Dad Gift Guides. Think unique Colorist-curated items that you won’t see on most guides; items with color, whimsical touches, and ranging from affordable to full-on splurge. I’ll also include kids and home/wellness items, too.

On top of that, I’m going to start a monthly curated shopping list for my paid subscribers, items that can help you build a great foundational wardrobe and are worth buying versus simply following a trend you’ve been over-served online. So be on the lookout for those emails.

Now…let’s get into it.

This Week in Review

Do it For the Kids

Started off the week with what not to wear to school drop off. I know sometimes getting out the door with kids can feel like a war zone, so the last thing you have time for is getting dressed intentionally. But this post is here to remind you that it takes the same amount of effort to put on workout leggings as it does real pants (and one looks much more intentional than the other.) If you are ACTUALLY coming or going to a workout, then good for you for working on your fitness! To be honest most days that’s me, I am on the 6am workout to drop off grind, with no time to get ready in between.

Color Study

This week we covered Zankov’s Fall 2026 runway show and how to wear multiple colors without looking chaotic. Color is truly a science and an art and Zankov is a master at this. I break down why his runway looks work while also showing you how I do it in real life with items from my closet. I love using real-life examples like this because color is something that needs to be seen in multiple different ways to fully grasp how to make it work for you and your personal style.

Holiday Cheer

This is your PSA: time to stock up on those matching holiday jammies before it’s too late. Hanna Andersson has long been a favorite brand in our household, our kids have been wearing them since they were born. 100% organic cotton too, so you can feel good about wearing them.

So needless to say it was a dream when they reached out to collaborate. We had a blast doing this shoot and trying out all their new holiday prints, they’re soo good this year. Which one is your favorite? And hot tip, we let our kids wear them year-round to get maximum use out of them, I feel like that might shock some of you who are type A though.

Runway to Real Life

A new series I’m working on where we discuss trends and where they came from rather than just copy and paste. Now with AI and all the editing tools anyone can jump on social media and write a list of what’s trending and call it a day. But most don’t really understand WHY and WHERE these trends are coming from. As I like to say fashion always follows culture, so if you pay attention to the culture arc you can begin spotting trends and understanding how to use them so it feels like YOU. Check out the reel below to see which fall trend we covered first. Will you be wearing it this season? Drop a comment below.

Hoodie Season

Hear me out, I’m not usually a wearer of hoodies, but if I do wear one it has to have these three specific things to make my shortlist. There are a lot of saggy bad hoodies out there that make you look sloppy, so if you want to be comfy and intentional save this list next time you’re shopping. And while this was a sponsored post, I am TRULY a Nike girl at heart, it’s pretty much all I wear to the gym so I was ecstatic to work with a brand that I love and own.

What You Don’t See

Another peek into my life as a mom, building this business and squeezing in date night with my husband. I like sharing more about the BTS over here, because I feel like a lot of my content is polished and has a clear POV, but most of the time, it’s just chaos behind the scenes. I have grown this account to over 150k followers in six months so I have just been running as fast as I can chasing a moving target to try and build this into something bigger. I have such a big vision for The Colorist and I’m taking you along while we build it!

Keep Scrolling

Wrapping up the week with a personal carousel showcasing some of my recent looks and personal style. Hopefully it inspires you to play and have more fun with your own style. Just because we’re parents doesn’t mean it has to fall to the bottom of the priority list!

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Here is the collection page for the Holiday jammies. I’m telling you, do yourself a favor and get them ordered so you can cross it off your list. One less thing to worry about as the season chaos commences.

• Here are my top hoodie choices and some activewear pieces that I have been wearing. Loving these metallic Y2K-inspired sneakers as well.

• I have been using a lot of good skincare and beauty products, would you all be interested in more posts on that? Love this setting spray from Freck and this tubing eyebrow gel from Caliray.

• I’ve also been drooling over this new collab that drops on Monday. Hadley Greene x Dillard’s. I think I NEED those swan jeans, how fun are they?!

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

We skipped last week and this week I’m back in action. Today we decorated for Halloween. Fun fact… I LOVE Halloween. We always decorate a week or two (or month) early to really enjoy the holiday spirit (I’m sure our neighbors love the screaming Frankenstein). And it got me thinking, Halloween decor is a lot like personal style. How you decorate, scary, gory, whimsical, nostalgic, I think actually says a lot about you and your personality.

What type of Halloween decorator are you? I’m a scary gal all the way. Not over the top or gory, but like a good old fashioned slasher type of horror. Angry Frankensteins, spooky witches, etc. Anyway, it just gets me more excited for fall and winter dressing, especially because the mood is fall but the wether here still says 97 degrees, ugh. So for now I will live vicariously though all of you and the fashion on my screen.

Now let’s get into it.

This Week in Review

Color Everywhere

Started off the week with a color inspiration post. I love being inspired but the environment around me when looking at color. I took a few shots from my vacation and used color combos to create some outfits. This is a great way to play around with color and see what you like, there truly is no better reference than nature!

If You Can Make This Cool

Jeans and a T are the ultimate cool girl fit. So simple, but when done right so effortless and cool. Surprisingly it’s also really easy to get wrong. This week focused on straight leg or cigarette denim and easy tips to get that perfect look. I think each week I will break down another fit and provide styling tips.

Color Study

I loved making this one and I’m going to turn it into a series. I know talk a lot about color on here, I am the Colorist after all, but I wanted to start going deeper and wider on this topic. Currently I touch on basic color theory and provide three color combos, but I want to start training your eye to see color in the everyday and understand why it works or why you might like something. In this series I will reference a variety of topics from runway shows, to nature, to movies, art and so much more. This week we started with the Fall 2026 Tory Burch runway show.

The Art of The Unexpected

This week we also dove into my LA chapter and how I actually became a Colorist at Alo Yoga. And I included some fun back story on meeting my husband :). I have about one or two more episodes to go and then you should be fully caught up on how I got to present-day. After that, I am going to continue this series but dive more into the how and why and the bets I am making on myself along the way in building this page. There is so much to figure out and I hope you’ll follow along!

DON’T WEAR THIS

I’ve been ruminating and playing around with new content ideas on how to create something that has value and education, but can be quick and digestable, instead of a long 60 second explanation, (don’t worry those aren’t going anywhere!) Do you all like something like this or prefer the long form format? If you have any feedback I would love to know in the comments!

Will You Go Out With Me?

This is a new series that I will also be incorporating weekly. Being a mom, building a business and keeping the romance alive I think is something we can all relate to on one level another, so this is a realistic POV of how I’m doing that. Its showing you a window into our date nights, threaded through a personal story or learning of the week while also wearing a cute outfit and having a good cocktail ;)

Spooky Scary

And finally ending the week with a personal outfit carrousel. The aforementioned Halloween decorations, I thought it would make for a fun photoshoot moment. Instead of doing multiple outfits I chose one and wanted to give tips on styling an all black look. Sometimes I think when we wear a monochrome outfit we get caught up on keeping it so minimal. But I love the idea of adding texture, playing with proportion and accessorizing to spice things up.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• These Tory Burch Boots, are so good. The hardware and the heel shape make them unique and slightly edgy while still feeling classic. And they’re 30% off!

• I have received a few new makeup items I’ve been loving. This eyebrow gel is tubing and it really keeps your brows lifted and feeling full all day long. I also received this rich face cream from Mother Science, its soo good and hydrating for the skin.

• Today is the last day for Madewell’s 25% off sale as well. My top picks here.

• I need a cummerbund!! I don’t know if you’ve caught on to this trend yet, but its going to be everywhere and its so chic. I found this one from Zara or this faux leather from target.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

One more thing!

I am launching my first-ever course/challenge, Ditch the Default, 30 days of helping you rediscover your personal style.

Check it out here » join.thecoloristdaily.com «

And as a token of my appreciation for reading and subscribing here, I would love to give you $15 off. Use code substack15.

It is go at your own pace, do as much or as little that works for you. Weekly themes and prompts to get your creative juices going, a library of style guides and educational materials and one live session with me on 9/22.

Throughout the many seasons of life, it can be easy to let personal style fall low on the priority list, but the best way to rediscover it is through practice and doing it every day. The doors close 9/15!

Now let’s get into it.

This Week in Review

I’m A Cool Mom

Started off the week with a carousel full of fall trend inspirations. These are great to save and reference later when you’re getting dressed or shopping to fill in your fall wardrobe. I think it’s easy to name the trends of the season, but it can be a bit more challenging actually trying to wear them and build an outfit. These images are a great starting point, plus I curated fall shopping lists on my LTK and ShopMy.

Please Don’t

A short and sweet video on some hot takes for fall. A lot of my posts are rooted in real trend data and cultural references, but these below are just my personal opinions on what not to wear for fall. I thought number three would offend more people, but overall I think we’re getting somewhere with it!

My main point is to just get you inspired and breaking out of the box, pushing yourself a little bit with your fashion. With the current state of Instagram and social media in general, we are constantly inundated with everyone looking the same and buying the same thing. And that’s boring. I want to see YOU!

Let’s Fix It

You don’t need a whole new closet full of clothes or to throw out the entire outfit, but sometimes small updates in accessories or silhouettes can make the look feel more current. We covered some easy swaps for your fall looks if you’re looking for a refresh. This fall is all about more relaxed silhouettes, cozy printed knits, and bold accessories.

The Art of the Unexpected

I’m really excited to create this new series, where I am sharing more about me, my path that has led me here, and building The Colorist. Think of it like the Cliff Notes of my life up until this point, what has influenced me, and where I’m going. And all the sh*t that happens in between while I’m trying to figure it out.

This account has grown so quickly over the last 9ish months, which has been so amazing and extremely unexpected. Now I want to focus on depth and building out the community connection. It seems that most of my audience comes for the value and fashion education content, but doesn’t seem to actually know me. So let’s change that!

With this series I’m hoping to blend more lifestyle, behind-the-scenes, vulnerable type stuff, combined with the heart of what built this account. I have a lot to say and share and I’m figuring it out as I go. And in my opinion, that is always where the magic happens.

Work, Work, Work

New season, new office wardrobe for the cool dads. Again, it’s not about throwing everything out, but simple swaps can make a big difference. I think for men, since fashion isn’t (usually) a main focal point or priority, it can be harder to make shifts to the wardrobe or take risks and try something new. And we’ve been stuck in the slim pants era for a long time, so it’s time to just loosen everything up a bit and make some tweaks to the overall silhouette.

And then a carousel to go with it. Super easy to save and reference. And to send to your husband ;)

Someone Has to Hold It Down

This is my favorite series to do. I get to be my own creative director, come up with hilarious but equally fashionable ideas to showcase that you can still be a parent and care about your outfit.

I feel like there are two camps on Instagram: either leaning into the mom life with the athleisure and matching sets or the very glammed-up, dressed-up side, but not too much in between. I love getting dressed up as much as the next person, but most of the time it’s figuring out how to build practical, affordable, yet fashionable looks.

Dressing intentionally doesn’t have to mean full glam or an expensive look, but it does mean choosing details that feel like you, that work for your life and express your personality. We can’t all be living out NYFW, right? (That would be a dream come true though, if any brands are reading this <3)

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• These Freja Glove flats in white!! I have been recommending them for a while, but finally got my hands on them. They’re so comfortable and I love how they feel a little more modern than a classic ballet flat. Plus Madewell is having their Insider sale on 9/15 for 25% sitewide, so be sure to sign up.

• I have a vintage concho belt from my mom that she got years ago in Santa Fe. It’s always been one of my favorite things, and now it’s a big trend for fall. I’ve linked a few similar options here, here, here, and here.

• I’m very into the Western Americana vibes this fall, and being from Arizona (wild wild west), I always love a cowgirl nod, so I’ve been loving anything fringed and studded. Some of these are wishlist items, but a girl can dream, right? Studded jacket here and here. Fringe jacket here and here.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

We skipped last week and this week I’m back on the writing grind. I’ve been super busy as the end of summer is wrapping up and we are taking our one last goodbye summer trip at the end of this week. We’re going to the beach and I couldn’t be more excited for that salty ocean smell and sun!

I lived in LA for about ten years and then in Ventura for about 1.5 years (my daughter was born there) before I made my husband move to Arizona…and move in the middle of the summer (I made him drive the U-haul alone without AC).

We’ve been doing this beach trip for the last few years now, it’s like a congratulatory ritual that we made it through the extreme desert summer. Even though it will probably remain around 100 degrees through October.

Needless to say, Fall is coming quickly and the leaves will be turning before we know it. I love fall fashion, there’s so much you can do, wear and style and this year feels especially fun. So let’s recap the week and as always I’ll give my favorites of the week including my top pick for the last few days of the long weekend sales.

One more thing!

I am launching my first ever course/challenge, Ditch the Default, 30 days of helping you rediscover your personal style.

Check it out here » join.thecoloristdaily.com «

And as a token of my appreciation for reading and subscribing here I would love to give you $15 off, use code substack15.

It is go at your own pace, do as much or as little that works for you. Weekly themes and prompts to get your creative juices going, a library of style guides and education materials and one live session with me on 9/22.

Throughout the many seasons of life it can be easy to let personal style fall low on the priority list, but the best way to rediscover it is through practice and doing it everyday. The doors close 9/15!

Now let’s get into it.

This Week in Review

Bad Color

Started off the week recycling an excellent color theory post on monochromatic outfits and why some work and others don’t. Every time I do a proper color theory post, I get some comments along the lines of “it doesn’t matter”, “just be confident” or “I think it looks good”.

While personal opinion is one thing, color theory is real and there are actual reasons why color looks a certain way when combined. And of course there is nuance to every “rule” but this post gives an easy overview and starting point to help you build a good color foundation.

Millennial Update

This has been the quintessential millennial uniform for years now. I’m not saying you have to get rid of everything in your closet but silhouettes change and things can look dated, so its time for an update.

I know trends can be a polarizing topic, but I think they are important because they give us a deeper window into whats happening in culture and how that is showing up in forms of art and self expression. This post gave easy swaps to update this look while still keeping the original vibe alive.

NOT THE SAMBAS!!!!!

It’s so fascinating to me what triggers and upsets people online (and I have come to learn a few of them), but a major shoe in contention is Sambas. Like apparently you are not allowed to say anything controversial about them on the internet.

Listen, I like sambas, I have two pairs, I do think they are a classic shoe and look great on almost everyone. BUT let’s be honest, how many of you knew about them or were wearing them pre-2020? I’d venture to say very few.

Yes, they have been around almost 50 years, yes they’re a classic soccer shoe if you’re in that scene, but they only just recently burst onto the pop culture scene in 2020-2021 and quickly grew to fandom. Now they are completely oversaturated.

Every trend and style follows a curve and these have long hit their peak (whether you like it or not) AND I’m not making this up! Google it, haha, or ask Chat, Claude, whoever on the internet you go to and you can see the data.

It doesn’t mean they’re bad or you should throw them out, if you love them keep doing you. If you’re looking to update your game this fall, then try some these new options.

Made for Walking

Who wants to wear boring shoes? Especially the type of shoes that we need to be comfortable and practical, they absolutely should not be boring.

I found these gumboots (rainboots) from Merry People to have such amazing colors, functionality and comfort. They make all fall activities, rainy or not, so much better.

Also, rainboots are having a major moment, we saw them on quite a few fall runways and I’ve been seeing them on all the cool girls on instagram. Which color would you choose?

Take My Advice

Short and sweet, three tips for when you’re shopping sales. This weekend there are so many good sales but sometimes it can feel overwhelming and like too much pressure to buy something. Follow these tips and you won’t be tempted to impulse buy.

Prepared for the Elements

Back to talking about boots again. We’ve seen so many trending videos for “cute” fall boots, but I haven’t seen many yet on the ones you need to get you through rain and snow. So here’s my list on what to ditch and what to look for when shopping for these styles.

Hot Mom

A personal carousel and reminder that motherhood shouldn’t erase your personal style. Your style communicates something before you even speak, so what is yours saying about you?

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• I FINALLY bought Levis 501s, like what took me so long. They’re as good as everyone says.

• I've always been a Vans girl, had too many pairs to count, but I’m getting the itch to get an old skool pair and decorate them myself. The pearlized ones are going to be HUGE for fall.

• I’m surprised how much I’ve worn these boots. The weather has been weird here lately, random morning thunderstorms, humidity, so these boots can take me day to night for any activity. They even look cute with shorts (proof below)

  

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

There were so many good questions from the community so this week I’m doing a part 2 of the Q&A ! We discussed a little more fall styling since it is coming in fast.

If you’re new here, subscribe so you don’t miss the next Edit.

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And now, let’s get into it. A few things we cover in the video:

1. Styling Dark Wash Denim: Tips to add a little edge and not have it feeling too polished or too blocky.

2. Shoes for Petites: The right height and shape to create visual lines and elongate the silhouette

3. Socks, No Show vs Crew Socks: Which is trendier and how to wear them

Ditch the Default 30 Day Style Challenge

Many of you have been asking me for help developing your personal style, so I’m excited to announce that I’ll be launching a style challenge September 15th.

» Link to the Challenge Here «

Developing your personal style takes a lot of practice and trial & error. If you do it right, you will slowly uncover the combinations of colors, fabrics, and silhouettes that you naturally gravitate toward. But we can only discover that if we’re willing to ditch the default.

When you join the challenge, you’ll have the opportunity to practice putting together outfits for 30 days, following weekly themes and lessons.

You’ll also be part of a group with direct access to me through a group chat, ongoing Q&As, and live sessions. My goal is to help you discover the style that gives you your own unique edge, and walk away with the tools and confidence to get dressed in a way that feels like you.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Archies Flip Flops. I have been wanting to try a pair of these and Archies kindly gifted me a few colorways. They are so comfortable, with just enough support and slightly tighter straps so your feet don’t slide around. They do recommend sizing up if you’re in between sizes.

• Ilia Skin Tint. I have long used and loved this brand. Their products have cleaner ingredients and are very lovely. I have been wanting to try this particular product for awhile now and I can say it does not disappoint. It’s not going to be a full coverage product, but its perfect for the daytime and adding a subtle glow to your skin.

• Frye Kate Boots. I have been searching for the perfect pair of knee high black boots that can easily transition from day to night and these are it! They feel like cross between a cowboy boot and riding boot; they’re modern and easy to wear.

Petite Shoe Recommendations

• Sam Edelman kitten heels

• Kitten Heel Boots

• Sezane Loafers

• Pointed Toe Flats

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Instagram Highlights

And be sure to catch up on all the reels and fun that has been happening on my instagram.

A big theme of the week on instagram was fall color and styling tips. This season, the color stories are so rich and vibrant, and we have some more daring colors than previous seasons. It so much fun playing around with different combinations and inspiring you to experiment with color this fall.

I think so many people hear fall and feel like they have to wear browns, camels and oranges, but NO, pink can be a fall color! And blue and purple too. And that goes for men too, we discussed some great fall colors and styling tips for them this week.

Lastly, I did a reel for one of my favorite series “you could be cooler” where I want to empower and inspire you to go for it with your fashion. Be a little daring, make someone look twice, wear bolder color. Most importantly, fashion should be fun and it should feel like you.

My favorite posts from the week below:

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

If you’re enjoying The Weekly Edit and know someone who would love The Colorist too, please send this their way. It really does help this little community grow.

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As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

This week I’m answering some of your questions and providing styling tips on color, body types and fabrics. I love reading your questions and comments, but I don’t always have time to deep dive into answers. This format will be a great way to offer advice and insight for those wanting a little bit more.

A few things we cover in the video:

1. Proportion Dressing Basics: Understanding body proportions as a styling tool

2. Body Shapes and Balance: Hourglass, pear, inverted triangle, apple, rectangle

3. Wearing Color Confidently: Why color can feel clownish (visual tension)

4. Easy Color Strategies: Analogous colors, lowering saturation, tonal dressing

5. Styling Silk Pants: Pairing fabrics with contrast and texture

If you watched the video above and are interested in taking the proportions quiz, you can do so here.

Ditch the Default 30 Day Style Challenge

Many of you have been asking me for help developing your personal style, so I’m excited to announce that I’ll be launching a style challenge at the beginning of September.

Developing your personal style takes practice, trial and error, and discovering the combinations of colors, fabrics, and silhouettes that you naturally gravitate toward. But we can only discover that if we’re willing to ditch the default.

When you join the challenge, you’ll have the opportunity to practice putting together outfits for 30 days, following weekly themes and lessons.

You’ll also be part of a group with direct access to me through a group chat, ongoing Q&As, and live sessions. My goal is to help you discover the style that gives you your own unique edge, and walk away with the tools and confidence to get dressed in a way that feels like you.

Comment STYLE if you’re interested in signing up for the challenge, and I’ll make sure to follow up with all the details as soon as they’re ready.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Kits blue light glasses. By now you probably all know my obsession with sunglasses, well I love glasses too! I’m also on my phone and computer all the time… I have been proactive about wearing blue light glasses to protect my eyes. Kit has cute and functional styles. You can also make them prescription as well.

• Left On Friday swim suits. They’re having a 30% off sale and it ends tonight. Their suits provide great coverage and lift and come in super fun mix and match colors. I got a red top and purple bottoms.

• These Cakes Body nipple covers. They are the Grippy cakes, so they grip but are not sticky. They’re perfect under swim, sports bras, or any tight tops with shelf bras where you want just a little extra coverage. I also have been wanting to try their newest product Cakes Lift. Its a nipple cover that also lifts, a 2-in-1 how genius! Use code CAKESQ3THECOLORIST for 21% off.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Instagram Highlights

And be sure to catch up on all the reels and fun that has been happening on my instagram.

A big theme of the week on instagram was a continuation of fall trends and mentally preparing for that transition. I know its still too hot out to wear anything remotely layered, hello 114 degrees today in Arizona, but its never too early to start thinking and planning your fall wardrobe. Am I right?

Plus I think fall and winter fashion is so fun and can be much more creative with all the layering and accessories. I’m also working a few newer series like a GRWM format while I share my fashion opinions and advice as well as continuing my Ditch the Default carousels.

My favorite posts from the week below:

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

This week, we’re exploring getting dressed as a ritual of becoming, the line between a uniform and a costume, and how what we wear each day can shape who we become.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• NOYZ Only Human Mylk de Parfum is my latest scent obsession. It has the consistency of a lightweight serum or lotion but wears like a long-lasting perfume. Plus, the vanilla scent layers beautifully with my other fragrances, and a little goes a long way.

• This Maison de Sabré bag might be my new favorite…even over the green one you’ve seen all over my Instagram. I love the top handle, contrasting blue trim, and fall-ready colorway. It also has a zippered divider, card slots, magnetic closure, and removable crossbody strap.

• These FRĒDA SALVADOR Jada flats are about to become my entire personality. They’re the same square-toe style as my blue suede pair, but the zebra haircalf makes them perfect for one of fall’s biggest trends I’ve been talking about. I’m obsessed so prepare to see them on repeat.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

And be sure to catch up on all the reels and fun that has been happening on my instagram.

This week, we’re exploring the rise of AI and algorithms and the cultural rebellion taking shape in response. Across different corners of culture, several themes reveal a growing desire for what feels human, tangible, and real.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• I bought my husband these Le Specs sunglasses for his birthday. Equally impressed by quality and price.

• These Nisolo Hurraches are so comfortable and come in so many amazing colors. You can use code COLORIST for $25 off $125.

• These boots were my Nordstrom Sale splurge and I can’t wait to wear them. The footbed is a little narrow and some reviews said size up half a size if you feel inbtween sizes. I took my usual size though.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

And be sure to catch up on all the reels and fun that has been happening on my instagram.

I’m keeping with this short form video content, I think it makes it more personal and engaging, like we’re having drinks together. This week, instead of a pure play-by-play recap, I wanted to focus on an overall theme I’ve been noticing show up throughout culture. A thread that’s been present in all the big moments this week. I feel like it’s something that’s been building for a while now, and this summer it finally exploded. Be sure to watch and let me know your thoughts. Cheers!

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• I was gifted a few pieces from BONBONWHIMS, and I’m so obsessed I bought more of these pave earcuffs. They also gave us a code for 20% off, use COLORIST20.

• Here is the Maison De Sabre bag and I love it! The colors, the charms, the added strap if you want a crossbody. Highly recommend.

• Here is a link to Haus Labs beauty, really enjoying their makeup, makes me excited to get ready each day.

• Here is the Prequel half and half moisturizer, I also love their oil based pre-cleanse cleanser.

• I’m thinking of splurging on either these or these from the Nordstrom Sale.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

This Week’s Instagram Reels

I have linked all of this week’s reels below so be sure to comb through incase you missed any!

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

If you’re new here, think of this edit as the deeper recap of what we’ve been talking about on Instagram. There is always more underneath, so this is the slower version, the version where we can actually sit with the ideas a little longer.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• I was gifted a few pieces from BONBONWHIMS, but I NEED more! I’m obsessed with these pave earcuffs and want as many as I can stack on my ear as possible . They also gave us a code for 20% off, use COLORIST20.

• I’m looking for a new pair of sneakers and loving the red/yellow in these Saucouny pair here.

• I’ve been seeing all the gen z girlies wear long ling cargo shorts and I want to try a pair! These look good here.

• If you want an Adidas track short alternative, Relax Lacrosse Brand has so many fun options. Like these here.

• I’ve been wanting to try Eadem lip gloss, I think I would do color Fig Sauce.

• So manu questions on a color wheel, this one form amazon is good and easy to use.

• I also was gifted the Maison De Sabre bag and I love it! The colors, the charms, the added strap if you want a crossbody. Highly recommend, here.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

This Week’s Instagram Reels

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

We’re closing out June and have officially entered the middle-of-summer territory. I have to say, the temps here in AZ, usually 110+ by now, have been surprisingly mild, and the early mornings have actually been pleasant. I better not jinx it.

If you don’t know, Arizona summers are brutal, with temperatures reaching close to 120°F in mid-July and August. It usually doesn’t drop below 100°F until the end of October, so this has been a very nice surprise.

I will say, though, as a local, there is something magical about the summer here. The dry heat, the clouds, the emptiness, and the sudden onset of wild monsoons and dust storms can sometimes feel like something out of an adventure novel.

And now, back to fashion.

At the end of each newsletter, I always link what I’ve been eyeing lately, along with follower favorites.

If you’re new here, think of this edit as the deeper recap of what we’ve been talking about on Instagram. There is always more underneath, so this is the slower version, the version where we can actually sit with the ideas a little longer.

And one last thing before we recap the week, I’m kicking off my new paid series, The Colorist School of Taste: The Foundation of Personal Style.

Think long-form video lessons where we go deeper into discovering personal style, understanding trends, fit, culture, and how to triangulate it all in a way that actually feels like you. The first intro post is live now, and you can check it out here.

Let’s get into it.

On The Run

I see so many parents defaulting to running shoes for almost every outfit. It doesn’t matter what the outfit is, the running shoes are on. Why?!

It’s baffling to me. Listen, don’t come at me about foot health and comfort, okay? That is, 99% of the time, an excuse in my opinion. You can have both comfort and style, I promise. Stop selling yourself short!

So we broke it down, and I shared a few other options that still feel practical, wearable, and comfortable, but make the outfit feel a lot more intentional.

And yes, I also mentioned Birkenstocks. They can work, but they don’t automatically work with everything. Like most things in style, it really comes down to proportion, context, and how you’re styling them.

Which is also exactly the kind of nuance we’re getting into in my new series for paid subscribers. You can check it out here.

Three Color Combo, IRL

Hey, hi, hello it’s me! Since I talk about color so much, I thought it would be fun to show you how I actually use it in my own wardrobe.

These are real-life outfits from my closet and a look at how I combine colors in a way that still feels wearable, personal, and easy to repeat. I’ve been feeling very bold primary and complimentary color combos as of late. Maybe its the summer heat or the intersection of sports and fashion recently, either way it’s made getting dressed a lot more fun.

I have a few staples I almost always reach for when I want to add a pop of color, like these blue Freda Salvador flats. I love them so much.

Classic, Fantastic

We put a little spin on the three-color rule for the dads this week.

Some color combinations are classic, and some are just fantastic. I thought these were great summer combos, easy and wearable, but still intentional.

I saw a few comments about brown as a “pop of color” being weird, but it’s not really about the specific color on its own. It’s about the combination of colors together and how they play off each other.

That’s where the magic happens.

Coooool

I did a little “yap” on being cool and following trends this week.

Many people in the comments get confused by this and wear the idea of being anti-trend like a badge of honor, but if your entire style is built around rejecting what everyone else is doing, you’re still reacting to everyone else. Being cool is not the same thing as being anti-trend.

Cool people aren’t necessarily avoiding trends. They’re just not letting trends make all the decisions for them. They know how to filter what’s happening through their own taste, their own lifestyle, and their own sense of self.

That’s the difference between looking like you’re following the internet and looking like you’re actually choosing.

Could You Be Cooler?

This is my new favorite series. I think it’s so fun and fresh, and I hope it’s inspiring you all to think a little differently about getting dressed.

This one was for the men, and it’s supposed to be a little out there. Crazy, shocking, maybe even slightly confusing at first. That’s the point.

Once you get past the initial reaction, I hope it makes you think. The goal isn’t to copy the look exactly. It's to take little bits and pieces you can translate into your own personal style to make it more unique to you.

I added links since there were a few requests for this one, but a lot of them aren’t the exact same as the video since the pieces are couture or older archival looks.

Take a peek if you want some ideas for your next shopping spree.

Trends Aren’t the Problem

Following the theme of the yap, this video was also about trends in fashion and why they’re often misunderstood.

This was actually a repost of a video I made a couple of months ago. There are a lot of new faces here, so I thought it was a good time to revisit it.

A lot of the conversation I see online around trends is about being anti-trend, or how the internet is ruining fashion, but I don’t think that’s quite right. I don’t think trends or the internet are the real problem. The missing piece is that fashion is deeply personal and we’ve lost some sense of ourselves.

We can see more, reach more, and explore more than ever before, but somehow, instead of helping us stand out, it often makes us want to fit in.

It’s time to learn how to use fashion as a tool for self-expression again.

WIWTW

I’m going to start doing weekly recaps of what I wore as a way to introduce more of my personal style and taste, and hopefully give you a little inspiration along the way.

Instagram seems to be missing a lot more people and moms real-life outfits (but still cool), not just looks that are completely filtered and optimized for Instagram.

Some of my outfits may be algorithm-worthy, and some may be more practical mom fits, but over time I’ve honed my style to feel eclectic, casual, colorful, and unexpected. I am also a heavy outfit repeater, so if you’ve seen the shorts once you’ve seen them styled ten different ways. Clothes are meant to be WORN, right?

As I share more of these, you’ll start to see how I weave the ideas we discuss into my everyday looks, through color, proportion, styling, and the little details that make an outfit feel personal.

A Few Things I’ve Been Thinking About

These are the questions that have been sitting with me this week, and they’re the foundation of everything we’re building here:

The idea of personal style is interesting because I think most people assume it’s something you can find online, or figure out with a pen and paper, but personal style is not found. It’s practiced.

It’s something that becomes part of you. A living, breathing thing that does not exist without your experiences, emotions, likes, dislikes, body, lifestyle, and point of view. Nothing anyone can say or show you will automatically make your style feel more like you. You have to live it. You have to build it. You have to do it consistently.

You have to try new things, put together ugly outfits, make mistakes, and eventually find the combinations that actually feel like you. It only becomes stronger through trial and error. Inspiration and references are great. They can be incredibly helpful, but they will never feel personal until they have been filtered through you.

And with so much access to everything online now, I think people forget that.

Style used to feel like more of a quest, a way to show what culture, subculture, mood, or world you were part of. A way to distinguish yourself from others. Now, I think a lot of people use it to blend in.

But where is the art in that? Where is the expression?

So next time you get dressed, try something that surprises you. Try something that pushes you a little. That’s where your unique style starts to exist.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• I was gifted a few pieces from BONBONWHIMS, but I NEED more! I’m obsessed with these pave earcuffs and want as many as I can stack on my ear as possible . They also gave us a code for 20% off, use COLORIST20. And the rings! The color combos are so good, I also saw Gigi. Hadid and Taylor Swift like to wear a few of their pieces.

• On the thought of accessories I have been meaning to post this, I love my cat clip from Solar Eclipse. They have so many whimsical pieces that are handpainted and made in New York. I also want to get a few more. You can use code THECOLORIST15 for 15% off.

• I’ve been loving beachy, shell jewelry like these here.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

This is an intro video, if you will, to the foundation and ideas we’ll be exploring throughout this series.

There is so much to say, so much nuance, that longer-form video feels like the right format to consolidate it all and share it in a way that feels more complete.

I’ll also be creating assignments and prompts along the way, so you can work through the ideas at your own pace and apply them to your own closet, body, lifestyle, and sense of self.

What to Expect in the Video:

~7 min watch time

Part 01: Why Personal Style Feels Confusing
Part 02: Meet the Colorist Style Triangle
Part 03: Your Inner World
Part 04: Your Outer World
Part 05: Your Body
Part 06: When One Point Takes Over
Part 07: When All Three Points Work Together

Class is in session!

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Shoutout to all the cool dads out there. You make the world go round for our families. Thank you for being our rock and showing our littles what unconditional love looks like.

Make sure you read to the end, there is a poll and I would love your feedback.

Also, at the end of each newsletter, I link what I’ve been eyeing lately, along with follower favorites.

If you’re new here, think of this edit as the deeper recap of what we’ve been talking about on Instagram. There is always more underneath, so this is the slower version. The version where we can actually sit with the ideas a little longer.

Let’s get into it.

Euro Summer

We started off the week with 10 trends to pack if you’re taking a European summer vacation. Which, if you are, I am extremely jealous. I haven’t been back to Europe in probably over a decade? Sigh. I can’t wait to go back.

Think of these trends as pieces you can wear all summer long, but they’ll make people wonder if you live in Europe instead of just visiting. White linen, scarves, embellished pieces, espadrilles, and all the effortless little details that make an outfit feel romantic and lived-in.

I lived in Provence for six months in college, Paris for a summer in high school, and I also minored in French, so this one hit close to home for me.

Tag me in your photos if you go. I want to live vicariously through you.

Tough Choices

Next, we did a short and sweet color combo video for cool dads.

This wasn’t the three color rule. It was more about putting a feeling to different color combinations, so you can start thinking about how colors aren’t just something we see. They evoke feelings and emotions too.

So when you get dressed, think about how you want to feel and which colors can help express that.

Which combo are you?

Matchy Matchy

This video falls more into my educational tier of color content, but I’m still trying to make it digestible and easy to follow.

Monochromatic looks can either be super chic or they can look completely wrong, and this video helps you start to see the difference.

Color theory can actually get complicated and kind of dense when you really dig into it, so my goal is to make it easier to understand how to use it in your everyday life and to understand why some things work and others don’t.

These aren’t hard and fast rules, but color theory is a science, so there is a “right and wrong” to matching colors. Whether you want to follow those rules or break them on purpose is up to you.

But like any good craft, we have to understand the basics and the foundation first before we can break them and make something that is truly our own.

You’re Wrong About Cool

I reposted episode 1 of my cool series, and honestly, this one is my baby. My magnum opus. The reason behind everything I’m trying to do here.

Sometimes it can be hard to triangulate it all on Instagram with such short bursts of content, but ultimately The Colorist is about helping you find your way back home to yourself, no matter what season of life you’re in, through fashion and authentic self-expression.

Because ultimately, that’s what cool really is. Being able to authentically express who you are in the context of the world.

If you haven’t watched it yet, be sure to check it out. It really is that good.

F**CK Boring

This was a totally new idea and kind of a tongue-in-cheek way to do color combos in real life.

If I’m being honest, I actually have a mouth like a sailor sometimes, so the F word felt fitting if you really know me.

I want to start doing more real-life outfits as teaching moments, while also letting you get to know me and my personal style more. I love a good color combo, and I love a good short or skirt. It’s always part of my personal outfit formula.

Have More Fun

This is the newest of my series, and I LOVE this one. It’s such a good reminder that fashion should be fun, whimsical, and like you.

Clothes should have personality. They should feel lived-in. They should start conversations.

Some of these pieces are definitely out there, but they’re meant to inspire you to find the pieces in your own closet that create that same feeling for you.

#1 Dad

For this one, I wanted to share something a little more personal, a small view into my life, my husband, and the way fatherhood shows up in our family.

Fatherhood is often not talked about as much, or it can be misunderstood, but I know so many of us deeply appreciate the cool dads who are showing up every day in the big and small ways.

Happy Father’s Day to all the cool dads out there.

A Few Things I’ve Been Thinking About

These are the questions that have been sitting with me this week, and they’re the foundation of everything we’re building here:

As I’ve mentioned in previous weeks, I’m working on something bigger, a course, series, or deeper body of work that brings everything I talk about here together from the foundation up.

What is cool? What is taste? Can you learn it? How do proportions, color, personal style, trends, and self-expression all fit together? I want you to feel confident in what you wear and most importantly in yourself.

I’m imagining longer-form videos, written lessons, and visual guides that help you actually build your eye and understand why something works. Last thing I want for you is to just blindly copy someone else’s outfit formula.

I’m still figuring out the best way to package it, and I’d genuinely love your input.

Would you prefer:

Option 1: A course you can purchase once and go through at your own pace?

Option 2: Live workshops where you can pay per topic?

Option 3: Or a premium paid monthly subscription where these deeper lessons become part of the weekly Substack posts? You would have access to all archives as we build on the course.

I would love to know what would feel most helpful, realistic, and exciting for you.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• These eyeshadows from Violette Fr look soo good.

• I did a reel awhile ago about rock climbing and approach shoes becoming a trend and these new balance shoes fit that vibe. They’re like an approach shoe meets a water shoe and I’m kinda loving it.

• Speaking of having more fun and whimsy, these earrings really add color and personality to your look. And these or these!

• I recently got these Seavess Mary Janes in the cotton candy colorway, they’re so comfortable and summery. You guys have been loving them too!

• And lastly, these satin lace shorts were a big hit with all of you, they’re on heavy rotation for me right now too.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

I’ve compiled some of my favorite products, gadgets and clothes in to a gift guide for the cool dads. I wanted to keep things easy and casual, but still intentional.

Think everyday upgrades they’ll actually use.

• Hair Styling: I love Jack Henry Co. Their hair clay gives a strong hold, great texture, and volume without feeling too sticky. My husband has thick curly hair and I think this would be perfect for him. Plus, they’re a small business founded by a dad with a clean mission, which I always love.

• Hair Health: I think Nutrafol is such a unique gift option. Hear me out, hair and scalp health gets so easily neglected as we get older, especially for men. I love that this helps support healthy, strong hair so the cool dads can feel their best. The shampoo is 2-in-1 and the serum is easy to use after the shower and doesn’t leave the hair feeling greasy. It also great for cool grandpas too ;).

• Fragrance: Also such a great gift. Scent is so tied to memory, and I’m loving these from Le Père, which actually means “father” in French. They’re unique, they feel special, and they’re even better when layered. I also love the discovery kit so they can mix and match and find their favorite.

• Sneakers and sunglasses: These are items they wear every day, and the right accessories can instantly make an outfit feel more modern and cool. I especially love these Kenneth Cole sneakers and my husband is obsessed with his pair. They are a more elevated alternative to a Samba, still easy and casual, but with a slightly sharper silhouette. Black square frames like these create that effortlessly cool vibe.

• Hats: It wouldn’t be a Father’s Day gift guide without a hat. My husband is a big hat guy, so I loved finding options that feel sporty and casual, but not like workout hats or sports team hats. I think my husband would love retro vibes of the BY Parra one and bonus points, its a cool dad three color combo of red, white and blue.

• Men’s bags: Bags are big this year, and I think they’re such a great gift for any dad who commutes, goes to the gym, travels, or just ends up carrying everyone’s stuff. These feel modern and masculine without feeling like a purse. I know my husband needs this upgrade, he’s always grabbing his old backpack from, dare I say, post-college days? These instantly make the look feel more intentional.

I linked a bunch more on my ShopMy too: coffee gear (my husbands favorite, he’s coffee obsessed), accessories, clothing, screen free digital cameras (we have one and its so fun to use!) and a few more easy upgrades for the cool dads.

This was such a big week in culture. The Knicks energy. The blue and orange. The entire city feeling electric. I lived in New York for three years, so I do feel like I get to borrow a tiny bit of the collective delusion and excitement happening over there right now.

Then with the World Cup starting, there are suddenly so many good intersections happening between sports, color, fashion, and identity.

I also played soccer for most of my life growing up, so I’m not solely a fair-weather fan, right? I played midfielder and rocked Nike cleats in high school so I do kind of know what is going on here.

This week we talked soccer core, color, outfit formulas, and all the little style details that make getting dressed feel more alive.

As always, think of this edit as the deeper recap of what we’ve been talking about on Instagram. The reels are fast. They’re made for the scroll. I have to hold your attention, and somehow make a complete point before everyone emotionally moves on. Whew. But there is always more underneath, so this is the slower version. The version where we can actually sit with the ideas a little longer.

Let’s get into it.

Three Color Rule

I reposted an oldie but a goodie this week, one of the original three color rule reels. These color combos are sooo good, and apparently you guys still love them too.

Those reels are really meant to be inspirational. They’re there to get you excited about color, to help you notice combinations you maybe wouldn’t have thought of, and to remind you that getting dressed can feel a little more alive when you start playing with color intentionally.

I also have a few other color-based reels that go more in-depth on the color theory of it all, because obviously there is always more happening underneath the surface.

I’ve gotten so many requests to make some kind of color guide, a book, a color wheel, or something you could actually keep in your closet and reference when you’re getting dressed.

I keep thinking about a Cool Mom / Cool Dad Color Wheel, something that helps you build better color combinations in the moment without overthinking it.

Would you actually want this?

I really like the idea so please feel free to DM me with any additional thoughts.

Dress The Part

I have gotten so many questions and DMs about fit, proportion, and how to find clothes that actually work for your body and make you feel confident. This is something I’m really passionate about, and I’m trying to incorporate more of it into the content because I think it’s such a missing piece in personal style. I have a proportions quiz here if you’re unsure of your body type.

As I mentioned last week, I’m working on a series called The Foundations of Style, where I can go more in-depth on all of these topics and challenges. For now, we get the 60-second Instagram version, and this week we started with the best dress silhouettes for each body type.

Inevitably, when I post something like this, people love to comment that they like a certain style better, or they don’t care, or it’s too hot to wear that, or whatever else. I get the concerns but these posts are not “YOU CAN ONLY WEAR THIS.” They’re a starting point to learn the basics. I want you you to see the differences and understand why something works or not. More importantly, I want you to know why another piece might feel slightly off even if you technically like it, because that is a very easy styling mistake to fall into.

Then you can take that knowledge and use it in your own wardrobe when you’re getting dressed. That’s the whole point. Not rules for the sake of rules, but language for what you’re already feeling in the mirror.

I also have a few articles on this as well. You can find more for dads here and moms here.

Summer Park Dad Fits

Cool Dads, it’s hot, you’re tired, and it is very easy to default to the comfiest thing you own, which for many of you means basketball shorts. But just because the temps are warm doesn’t mean we have to completely default.

I see so many dads at the park wearing clothes that don’t really fit, don’t feel intentional, and honestly end up looking a little sloppy. This is not about being judgmental. I know how much getting dressed can shift how you feel, and taking a few extra minutes to put on something that works can genuinely set the tone for the whole day. (It’s almost like taking the few extra minutes to make your bed in the morning, or waking up and not looking at your phone right away, its that intention that sets the day.)

You’re worth the effort. And the good news is, it doesn’t have to be complicated. A better-fitting short, a cleaner tee, a slightly more intentional shoe, these are easy swaps, but they make the whole look feel sharper.

That’s really the point of this series. I am not here to make anyone feel bad but to remind you that YOU are allowed to care how you show up too.

Soccer Core

I love Sambas. I own a pair, and I think they are genuinely a great shoe for men and women. The silhouette, the comfort, the colors, it really is a good shoe.

If you are looking to upgrade your summer sneakers, I hate to break it to you: Sambas have peaked. When we talk about trends and the trend curve, we are past late adoption here. They have officially been everywhere for a few years now.

So consider this a little PSA to maybe try something new and feel fresh. There are so many other low-profile sneakers that give you a similar feel but look a little more current. Canvas sneakers are coming back around, hiking-inspired shoes are having a moment, and of course Adidas and Nike both have other soccer-style options that feel a little more unique.

This isn’t me saying you can never wear Sambas again. Wear them. Love them. They’re classics for a reason. But if you’re buying a new summer sneaker and want your outfit to feel a little more interesting, I’d look somewhere else first.

This is Everything

Cool Moms and Dads, if you can get out of the house with your partner, even just for a few hours, that little bit of time is truly healing.

It is so easy to get wrapped up in work, kids, schedules, chores, bedtime routines, and the general mental load of keeping an entire household alive. And it is very easy to fall into the “I’m tired” trap, (hi, it’s me). But when you can make intentional time for each other, it breaks down that stress we all carry.

My mom has always said, “The marriage comes first, then the family.” I don’t think I fully understood that until becoming a parent. OF COURSE my kids are my entire world. They mean more to me than anything, but my marriage is the foundation of everything, and if the foundation isn’t strong, the cracks can start to show throughout the whole household.

So taking time for each other matters. Remembering who you are as partners and not just parents, matters. Remembering who you are as people, matters.

If we’re being honest, it’s also just really fun. Who doesn’t want to get dressed, eat pizza, drink a little champagne, and get tipsy with the person who means the most to them?

Are You Cool Enough?

I loved starting this new mini series where I take the outrageous, amazing runway and couture fashion and translate it into realistic inspiration for the everyday.

Personal style is not just following trends or wearing whatever the algorithm feeds you. Let’s get in touch with our personality, the texture, the weird little references, the humor, the fun flair that makes something feel like you.

That’s what I love about looking at runway. Sure, walk around in full couture at preschool pickup if you are truly inspired, but I like to be reminded to play a little. To look at the craziest shapes, color, proportion, styling, funky attitude and then translate it into your own real life.

I’m definitely going to keep doing more of this. And be honest… would you ever wear the cat heels??

Hot & Fun

I’ve been working on adding more personal moments to the page in a way that still feels natural, not overdone, and actually relatable. So making this carousel felt like a perfect way to do that.

I love when I find posts that are such a specific vibe and somehow perfectly resonate with where I’m at in life, and I hope this one did that for some of you too.

Also, slightly random tangent, but “Hot & Fun” immediately made me think of the N.E.R.D. song. Anyone remember that?

A Few Things I’ve Been Thinking About

These are the questions that have been sitting with me this week, and they’re the foundation of everything we’re building here:

1. How do you do it all? Or do we even have to?

How are we supposed to be creative, be ourselves, be partners, parents, bosses, daughters, sisters, brothers, employees, friends, and still have time for everything?

How do you feel tired and burned out, but also somehow still full of ideas? Because sometimes I feel like I’m bursting at the seams with creativity and energy. Like I have to get it all out, do it all, be the best, be the first, keep going, keep making, keep becoming. And then, at the exact same time, it can feel so overwhelming.

I think that’s the strange tension of this season of life. You can be wildly inspired and deeply exhausted. You can feel grateful and stretched thin. You can want more and also need rest. You can love the life you’re building and still wonder how you’re supposed to hold all of it.

I think that’s why style still matters to me in the middle of all of this. Not because an outfit solves it, but because getting dressed can be one small way to remember yourself. A color you love, a shape that feels good, a little bit of effort when everything else feels like survival mode.

I don’t know if balance is always the right word. Sometimes balance feels like one more thing we’re supposed to achieve perfectly. Maybe it’s more about rhythm. Knowing when to push, when to soften, when to create, when to be present, when to let something be good enough, and when to admit that you’re not a machine.

Being a full person is a lot. Being a creative person is a lot. Being a parent is a lot. Being someone who cares deeply about the life they’re building is a lot.

So maybe the goal isn’t to do it all perfectly. Maybe we just need to find small ways to come back to ourselves during it all.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Jumping on the world cup bandwagon I need a real jersey or kit as they say. Thinking maybe this, this or this one.

• I’ve been looking for a summer espadrille and I love these in the Cotton Candy colorway.

• We might be doing some lake and river adventures later this summer, how chic are these water shoes?

• Trying to decide what to get my husband for father’s day. If you need some inspo too, I’ve started a collection for that linked here.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

The next few months feel like they’re going to have such high energy: summer vacations, the World Cup, warmer weather, more plans, more color, more reasons to get dressed. It feels like things are about to get electric.

I’ve also been quietly chipping away at something new.

For the last few months, I've been thinking a lot about what sits underneath style. The foundations that help you understand why something works, develop your own eye, and make style feel like yours again.

I’m calling it The Foundations of Style.

Think of it as The Colorist School of Taste.

We’ll go deeper into the foundations of style: how to find it, understand it, build it, and actually start seeing style for yourself. I’ll be introducing three frameworks to help you build your own eye, make stronger choices, and begin making style your own, no matter what season of life you’re in.

I’ll share more as it gets closer to launching, but think bi-monthly themes, deep dives into singular topics, and possibly some longer-form video so we can really get into it.

Before I build it, I’d love your input.

And I’d love to hear from you in the comments:

What’s the hardest part about getting dressed right now?

Is it finding your style? Shopping? Building outfits? Feeling like yourself again after a life change? Something else entirely?

I’ll be reading every response and using them to shape what I create.

And for now, think of this edit as a deeper recap of what we’ve been talking about on Instagram.

The reels are fast and made for the scroll, but there is always a lot more under the surface than I can fit into 60 seconds. I have to stop your scroll, hold your attention, and somehow make a complete point before everyone moves on. Whew.

So here is the slower, deeper version.

Let’s get into it.

Island Time

Started the week with a packed Summer Beach carousel: 44 outfit ideas for wearing some of summer’s biggest trends. Easy, savable, and ready to pull back up when you’re packing for your next beach trip.

We’re not traveling until the end of summer, which feels forever away, but I’m already mentally styling the suitcase. I also have a black raffia cowboy hat from last summer that is still one of my favorite pieces, so needless to say, raffia is still going strong for 2026.

You’re Hot Then You’re Cold

More color! I get so many questions about how to wear and understand color, so I make these reels to hopefully break it down in a way that feels simple, but still impactful.

I also get comments sometimes from people saying they don’t think certain color combinations are “bad,” and I totally get that. It’s not about right or wrong in a hard-line way. Style is personal, and sometimes the unexpected choice is what makes an outfit interesting.

But when we’re talking about true color theory, color matching, and how to combine multiple colors in a way that feels harmonious, there are a few rules that make everything clearer. I’m not trying to make getting dressed feel like more work, but to help your outfit really sing. To make it feel intentional instead of chaotic, or mismatched in a way that doesn’t quite land.

The second you start combining multiple colors, things can get busy quickly. A few simple base rules give you a place to start, and then you can decide when you want to follow them, bend them, or break them on purpose.

This week we talked about tone and temperature, and how to use them as a base for building outfits. Once you start seeing color through that lens, color matching becomes so much easier and honestly, way more enjoyable. It gives you a place to start, especially when you want to play with bolder combinations.

It is summer, after all, so go ahead and reach for the saturated, bright, lively colors. Hopefully this inspires you to play a little more.

Cargo is Back

Next, we got into 5 summer trends for the cool dads.

This is your summer refresh: bolder color, better shorts, easy layers, and yes cool dads, even a neck scarf as an accessory.

This one is definitely polarizing. People either love it or hate it, but I think it adds just the right amount of character and personal flair to an outfit. It takes something that could feel basic or default and makes it feel a little more intentional and a little more styled.

My husband tried it out for our date night this week and, for the record, I approved.

Blue Crush

I was really excited to make this reel on a trend I’ve seen quietly emerging, but I think will be everywhere this summer: the board short.

Think of it like the Adidas track short’s younger sister. Similar sporty energy, similar easy material, but maybe even brighter colors and a more laid-back, beachy vibe.

I personally think this one is so playful, and maybe partially because, as a teen, I badly wanted to be a surfer girl. Living in Arizona, but still kind of adjacent to the California surf scene, I thought I would be so cool if I could surf. Plus, I was obsessed with the movie Blue Crush. Anyone else?

I also got a lot of questions and concerns that the track short might not be “in” anymore, or that it feels hard to keep up with the trends. But think of the board short as an alternative option, or a little micro-trend you can add into your summer looks.

Don’t worry, the track short trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. It will be on heavy rotation for me all summer long.

Read The Room

This week I also introduced a new mini series on date night.

I love the idea of getting dressed up and putting in a little more effort for date night beyond our default looks. There’s something really sweet about still romanticizing the time we get together, even when it’s casual, simple, or squeezed into a busy week.

I think small effort and intention, for yourself and for your partner, goes a long way. Plus, getting dressed with a little more thought can shift the whole energy of the night. It makes it feel less like you’re just going through the motions and more like you’re actually marking the moment.

In this series, we’ll be showing more behind the scenes of getting ready: how we’re putting our looks together, how we’re inspired by the places we’re going, the food we’re eating, or even the movies we’re seeing. It’s a creative way to get dressed together and build a little concept around the night.

Trust me, it makes even the simplest date feel more special.

Let It Go

And this one is our cool mom summer refresh.

Hear me out: I know those puff-sleeve mini and maxi dresses have been a thing for a while now, but I think it’s time to let them go. There are more elevated, updated dress styles for summer that still give you the same ease and comfort, but feel more modern and more flattering.

Think less volume up top, cleaner lines, better proportions, and silhouettes that work on more body types. Still easy. Still wearable. Just a little more current.

Also, sorry, but if you’re wearing a crossbody bag outside of the park or actual kid activities, it might be time to reconsider. I know I get a lot of flack for this one, and I get it. When you need to be hands-free, chasing kids around, carrying snacks, wiping faces, doing the full mom Olympics, yes, of course, wear the crossbody.

But when you’re going out for date night, girls’ night, brunch, errands, or just trying to make the outfit feel a little more intentional, the crossbody bag is usually not doing you any favors. Especially the ones that sit right across the chest. They can break up the outfit in a weird way and make the whole look feel more practical than styled.

I love changing my bags depending on the occasion. Not every bag has to be your everyday, goes-with-everything bag. Sometimes the outfit needs a little color, texture, shape, or something more playful to make it feel finished.

A beach bag, a date night bag, a brunch bag, an errands bag they all serve a different purpose and create a different feeling. It’s one of the easiest ways to shift an outfit from practical to intentional without changing the whole look.

Dress Weather

We wrapped up the week with two more carousels, starting with summer dress inspiration. This one was made to be easy to save and come back to when you need outfit ideas quickly. Summer dresses are one of those pieces that seem simple, but the styling can really change the whole feeling.

And the other was a little more of a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of my life and my outfits.

I wanted this one to still feel relatable to the cool mom archetype, but with more of my personal flair layered in. A way for you to get to know me and my style a bit more, while still connecting to the mom moments I’m sure we’re all living through in one way or another.

I like to think of myself as slightly introverted, but also witty and dry-humored, especially once you know me. So I’m slowly going to open the door a little more.

For now, this carousel was made up of weekly looks inspired by nature (oh and yes, I still do very much use Pinterest), the feeling of never being alone (hello, two toddlers), and two of my other favorite things: espresso and champagne (or sparkling wine, depending on how technically correct we’re being).

A Few Things I’ve Been Thinking About

These are the questions that have been sitting with me this week, and they’re the foundation of everything we’re building here:

1. Is personal style discovered, or built?

We talk so much about personal style, but what does it actually mean? Is it fixed? Fluid? Instinctual? Or something we build and discover through experience?

I like to think of personal style as a compilation of our thoughts, feelings, experiences, references, memories, and desires and the way we choose to express all of that visually in the world. It’s not just “what you wear.”

It’s how you see yourself, how you want to be seen, and the small choices you make every day to close the gap between the two. But how do you actually have it?

I think personal style comes from broadening your scope, collecting experiences, and then filtering them through your own point of view.

If you grew up around punk culture, the way you see and express things is probably very different from someone who barely listened to punk music. But then maybe you move, change, grow, enter a totally different world, and suddenly you’re holding two very different references at once. So what happens?

Does one fall away? Do they merge? Do they clash until something new forms?

I love thinking about this because every phase of life feels like it gives us something new to collect, something old to shed, and a few anchor pieces to carry forward.

The real work is staying open. Collecting, editing, filtering, trying, noticing. The more we practice that, the more we strengthen the muscle of making style personal.

What’s Been Catching My Eye (In No Particular Order)

• Board short summer, I have yet to get a pair, but I’m loving these.

• I also have been liking the technical hiking / board short cross over mini skirts. Feel sporty and chic option instead of a tennis skirt. Like this here, here or this here.

• I have Dedcool Mochi Milk which I love, I also want to try Mineral Milk. I’m curious do you rotate perfumes/colognes or are you a signature scent kind of person?

• I LOVE these Tory Burch sandals and think they’re soo fun. Probably not my most practical shoe choice, but definitely a wishlist item. I’ve seen a few other influencers wearing them (I’ve been influenced!) and they look so cute for summer.

If you missed any other shopping links, be sure to bookmark my shopmy or LTK.

Want to Be Part of The Colorist?

I would love to start seeing more of what you’re wearing, experimenting with, and trying in real life.

Tag me on Instagram if you’re testing out a color combo, trying a new silhouette, or just having a good outfit moment. I love seeing what you’re wearing and highlighting people in this community.

And if you want actual feedback, you can submit your outfits here. I’ll review select submissions on Instagram, and I’d love to see what you’re working with and help you train your eye a little more along the way.

As always, I’m so happy you’re here!

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