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Everlane vs. Quince Cashmere Sweater Review: Yes, There’s a Difference

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Need to update your cashmere sweater rotation but not sure which brand to buy? I purchased several cashmere sweaters from Everlane and Quince for the whole family to see which brand stood up the best. After repeated wear and washing, here’s what I would buy again. Why Compare Everlane and Quince Cashmere? Know which cashmere sweater brand was actually worth it before buying. Cashmere sweaters are a timeless classic, and a wardrobe staple for the cold season. But which one should you actually buy? Everlane and Quince both dominate “affordable luxury” with a similar aesthetic of essential silhouettes. I was skeptical on Everlane’s “transparent” pricing value with higher price points, and on Quince’s quality for such low price points. In this review, I’ll cover the things I wish I knew before buying after several days of real wear, price comparison vs. quality, washing, pilling and more. If you want to see the exact items I compared in this review, links are below. Links to the items compared in this review: Everlane Blue Crewneck, Everlane Herringbone, …

Neutrals with a Twist: Lace, Crochet & Linen

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A summer style story in elevated romantic textures. There’s something undeniably captivating about a neutral wardrobe done right. Far from boring, shades of cream, bone, butter and black offer a canvas for texture, silhouette, and soft structure to shine. Summer brings a fresh chance to explore romantic minimalism—where details like lace, crochet, and ruching take center stage without the need for loud prints or color. Below, five romantic summer looks that bring summer sophistication to life, all rooted in the quiet power of neutrals. 1. The Long-Sleeve Lace Maxi: Effortless & Elegant Lace gets an elegant update in this long-sleeved maxi. The design keeps things understated—no contrasting details, just sheer lace gathered with an intriguing drop waist and a hem that hits at the ankle. Wear it casual barefoot in Santorini or pair with pumps and simple accessories for formal occasions. This is romance, redefined. If you’ve been looking for a cream lace dress outfit, this is a fashion steal I would recommend. Shop the look > Cream Lace Dress (Similar) 2. The Crochet Knit …

Is adidas Y-3 collection worth it? Here’s the review on a line that sets the tone 

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Y-3 looks a lot like luxury fashion, and it’s such a mood. I just bought a pair of $300 pants. Here’s what you’ll want to know. In this adidas Y-3 review: Shop Y-3 >  If you thought adidas was only for men’s and women’s workout clothes, it’s time to think again.  What is Y-3? Y-3 is a luxury brand collaboration with adidas and Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. In Y-3, the “Y” stands for Yohji, and the “3” stands for the adidas 3-Stripes.  Image Credit: adidas While adidas is known for their workout and athletic clothes, they also offer a significant collection of lifestyle pieces, and often collab with high profile designers. Hit play on Y-3… Yes, Y-3 adidas collab prices range from around $100-$800. While that may be a shock to those browsing adidas’ otherwise affordable priced athletic clothes, Yohji’s branded line can cost you up to 10X that.  Y-3 should be seen for its own unique identity to appreciate it for what it is.  A closeup for this adidas Y-3 review will reveal that …

The REAL difference between MANGO vs Zara: A shopper’s MANGO clothing review

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I’ve purchased from both sites. The internet is full of MANGO vs Zara comparisons, but there actually some big differences between the two fashion brands. Here’s a summary of this MANGO clothing review.  Shop MANGO’s elevated winter must-haves > Are MANGO vs Zara that similar?  You may have read in a MANGO review that MANGO’s closest competitor is Zara, or even that they’re owned by the same company, but actually–that isn’t true.  While both Zara and MANGO are Spanish based fashion brands, Zara is owned by Inditex, while MANGO remains independently owned.  Yes, it’s true they have similar quality and price, though I would say Zara is more predictable with quality while MANGO has a wider variance with their range of pieces.  MANGO vs Zara carry different styles, but shoppers that like one, may like the other. I shop at both! While both brands are more fashion forward than most, the big difference I noticed after shopping both MANGO vs Zara is the style.  Here are a couple of my favorite MANGO pieces that I’d recommend: …

Winter Fashion “It” Items You Can Wear Now Through Spring 

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Want to infuse your wardrobe with winter fashion trends for 2024 but don’t want anything that will be irrelevant by spring? Here are some versatile wardrobe essentials that will totally revamp your wardrobe while doubling as transitional winter to spring fashion in 2025. #1 The woven handbags trend: Bottega Veneta inspired bags and burgundy and red accessories Bottega Veneta has been totally owning the luxury handbag scene the past few seasons, and there’s no doubt this season’s dominating woven “it” bag is inspired straight from their ready-to-wear collection. In case a $4,000 handbag isn’t in this year’s budget, you can still get a taste of the trend with affordable alternatives to luxury woven bags. I just got this burgundy Commense bag through our affiliate partnership, and I have to say it’s really elevated my styling for the past week since its arrival. Army green, burgundy and red accessories are the pop colors trending for the season, or opt for brown or black if you’re investing in a real leather bag that you can wear season …

Elevated Maternity Style with Anne Fontaine–featuring Elegant Fall Maternity Outfits for Work and Life’s Most Special Occasions

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Embrace pregnancy with poise this fall in luxurious clothing that compliments your glowing silhouette now and after your beautiful baby is born. Featuring elegant fall maternity outfits and a shortlist of the Anne Fontaine collection that’s especially suited for pregnant mothers. In this special editorial with Anne Fontaine, we will be sharing four elegant fall maternity outfits that celebrate the beauty of your changing body and the season, in all of the demure elegance you know and love from Anne Fontaine.  First, let’s talk about what “essential” means for growing mothers who want to maintain the same level of sophistication they’ve embraced through every stage of life. While clothing suddenly fits differently, selecting a few luxurious essentials during pregnancy is a game changer for maintaining your style and comfort. After three pregnancies, I’ve gotten this down to a sort of science that makes dressing more effortless during your bodies ever evolving changes. One thing I’ve learned, being pregnant does not mean you need to put your personal style on hold. Pregnancy can be a very beautiful era …

Commense Coupon Code and a Review of 5 Fall Style Essentials

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Looking for some fall style steals? Here’s a Commense coupon code for 12% off, plus a review of a few key items from the fall and winter collection. Code: Dreams_12 I first discovered Commense Official from their well placed Instagram ads. After purchasing my first haul, I was quick to publish an unsponsored, real life Commense Review sharing my personal experience with the brand. Since then, I’m happy to share after chasing down the brand’s influencer management team, I’m now an approved affiliate of the brand. In turn, that means I now get a commission, some new fall essentials for another review, plus… You can save 12% off with this Commense coupon code: Dreams_12 Commense has a curated collection of modern fashion essentials at attainable prices. If you’re hoping to update your wardrobe with a few new pieces each season, this is a good place to layer in some seasonal trends. So if you’re wondering, yes–Commense clothing is legit. And I’m now on my second season of pieces from the brand. Many of the pieces I …

Announcement: Troubadour Backpacks Now Available in New Earthy Hues

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Read through the Troubadour Backpack review but haven’t made your purchase? Good news, you can now snag the Apex Backpack 3.0 in a range of new earthy hues. Named the “Best Laptop Backpack for Work” by Forbes, your daily grind just got a little fresher. After my first experience with Generation Leather Backpack by Troubadour, it’s clear why this startup brand is making waves in major publications with their innovative, fashionable work bags. Troubadour backpacks are sleek and functional, making them an excellent choice for the modern professional looking to upgrade their work bags. Features like waterproof materials, sealed zippers, tons of pockets and lightweight designs make them a real asset for those who use backpacks as a part of their daily routine. Modern silhouettes, thoughtful details, high quality hardware and uncomplicated lines make Troubadour backpacks a fashionable, versatile selection for those with sophisticated taste. Image credit: Troubadour Recently, co-founder Samuel Bail just announced big news for those who want a little more personalization in their daily aura. The Apex Backpack 3.0 is now available …

Benefits of a Fashion Blog: Learn About Quality, Earn Income, Discover Brands and More

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Here are some ways you can benefit from owning a fashion style blog, with real-life examples acquired over 10 years of blogging experience. Owning a fashion style blog has become increasingly competitive since its early beginnings. But there’s good news for those who are still trying to make it their career–you can still make money with a fashion blog, plus some other great perks. I have owned a fashion style blog for about 10 years, and made as much as $50,000 in a year–most of which time the blog was more of a hobby than a career.  This year, I clothed my entire family in adidas for a year, made some extra cash and worked primarily during “unused” hours of the day (aka insomnia streaks, road trips, waiting in lines, etc.) In this fashion blog “case study” with adidas, I’ll be serving examples of ways you can benefit from owning a blog as a side hustle, or even a full time career.   Learn about brand quality, which can help guide future purchases: adidas has …

2024 Fall Fashion Trends from Luxury Brands & Attainable Ways to Incorporate the Looks into your Wardrobe

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Want to update your wardrobe with fall fashion trends from the most iconic brand leaders? Discover key luxury fashion brands fall 2024 presented from the runway, with ways to incorporate their trends into your everyday wardrobe.  From Burberry fall fashion trends leading with elevated county essentials like the tweed blazer fall trend, to American sportswear style for fall 2024– discover how to update your wardrobe with a few key essentials you’ll be able to incorporate into your style for years to come. Image Cred: WWD: Burberry fall fashion 2024 ready to wear collection Weekend in the country: Ralph Lauren and Burberry fall fashion 2024 The urge for a simpler (but elevated) lifestyle continues with fall fashion trends leaning into upper class country feels. It’s the season to invest in fewer, high quality pieces that have a function in your everyday lifestyle. Image cred: WWD Ralph Lauren fall 2024 ready to wear Think tweed blazers, trench coats, luxe leather, riding boots, trousers, and cable knit sweaters for evenings by the fireside. Check out Burberry new fall …