four perfect spring dresses (and how to style them)

I’m not much of a dress person. I buy them, mind you. I buy them in bushels, in every color and fabric, convinced they’ll be a snap to throw on when I’m feeling uninspired, and keep me stylish all summer with zero effort. But in truth, sometimes dresses feel like a lot more work. Better […]

this just in: friends & family at shopbop!

Early access and everything. Who’s workin’ for you, friends?  Code WEAREFAMILY13 gets you 20% off sitewide at Shopbop.com through Thursday 4.18. A few of the many, many things on my current wish list (besides that Rag & Bone jacket from Friday)? Poppy-bright crossbody bag (Loeffler Randall Mini Rider, $395) / A touch of turquoise (Michael […]

friday finds

Happy Friday, friends! It’s been a busy week at SMC HQ…want to see what I’ve been up to? Earlier this week, I got a note that Urban Waxx, my favorite waxing spot in Portland, is hosting a 24-hour Waxx-a-Thon this Saturday, 10/6, starting at 9 am. Yep, you can get your bikini line tidied up […]

styled alternatives: velvet’s marisha dress

Good morning, friends – I missed you last week! Though I tell you, it was a vacation sorely needed. But I’m back now, refreshed, and ready to get back to business. By which I mean copious amounts of online shopping, naturally. I didn’t get a chance to tell you about my latest find before I […]

smc leap day giveaway: brooklyn industries

{Editor’s Note: Sorry, this contest is closed, friends…but head over here to catch up on the latest SMC fun!} Happy Leap Day, friends! It’s a day for seizing the moment, for doing something unexpected and exciting, for…getting a free dress! Yep, my friends at Brooklyn Industries reached out to see if you’d be interested in […]