March 19, 2025

Closet Additions

March 19, 2025/ Meryl

Since last year when I started my health journey I’ve lost 22lbs. I also started working part-time for an Architectural Interior Design Firm in the fall and I’m going to an office a few days a week and while no one is dressy these days I wanted to get a few new things that fit and look cute!

I popped into J.Crew Factory and I’m so excited I had to share what I bought.

I came home with these 6 pieces. I ordered additional pieces which have all arrived and fit wonderfully.

I did go a bit much with pants… but, friends I am down an entire size and I haven’t been so excited to go shopping in gosh I can’t even remember when!

I purchased from left to right clockwise: The Essential Straight Jean in all-day Stretch, The High Rise Girlfriend Chino Pant, The Drapey Wide-Leg Trouser Jean, The Kallie Straight Leg Pant in Black, The Wide-Leg Crop Jean in all-day Stretch, The Kallie Straight Leg Pant in Navy - I am a true size 10 / 30 waist and all these pants fit me well. I never purchased highwaisted pants before but I have to admit they’re comfortable.

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I own a few blazers in size 12 I’ll still be able to get away with wearing because I have broad shoulders - but I loved this Original Schoolboy Blazer it’s a wool mixed fabric. The camel color will be super with the rest of my wardrobe. My size 10 fits to a T.

I have never meet a stripe I didn’t like friends… I own too many striped t-shirts and Breton shirts to count. When I saw the Striped Teddie Sweater in all cotton I knew it was coming home with me. I swooned when I saw this dark Chambray Shirt - which has a good sleeve length. And of course the Striped Girlfriend Crewneck Tee was an immediate yes!

I also recently ordered a dress from Tuckernuck for an event in June. I’ll share more about the dress and it’s details in a future post! Til next time friends be well and I’ll see you over on Instagram in my stories. Take care!

October 30, 2024

A Visit to Terrain

October 30, 2024/ Meryl

I was in CT this past weekend for a wedding - of course I was thrilled to share my dear friends special day. But, I was excited to think about where else to visit since CT is not my usual stomping grounds. I settled on the Terrain Store in Westport, CT. My girlfriend Kris and I were so jazzed to see what they offer and we quickly made a plan to visit again in a few weeks with our holiday shopping lists. Here are a few images - Enjoy!

Upon entering you’re met with their nursery area.

The Halloween items were both bootiful and fun.

Holiday is out and fabulous… such great ornaments and decor.

They offer items for any level gardener. Plus wonderful nature inspired decor.

They have personal items - robes, gloves, scarves.

They have a very popular Cafe’ on site.

Friends I can’t recommend a visit enough!

Til next time we well and Happy Halloween!

January 24, 2024

These Boots Are Made For Splashing!

January 24, 2024/ Meryl

Hi friends recently I was looking to replace an old pair of rainboots. I wear everything for a long time; which means sometimes I find replacing items difficult, either because the retailer no longer carries the item or they have been discontinued by the manufacturer.

I took a deep dive and ordered a few styles from Zappos to try. I decided in addition to a tall pair of rainboots to add a bootie style I can wear with jeans.

My very first pair of rainboots was a gift from my husband. You may want to grab a pair for yourself or possibly someone else.

Kamik - Chloe Lo: These boots were very reminiscent of galoshes. They have a nice weight, are very malleable and easy to put on. The material is thin of 100% made with PVC-free, vulcanized rubber and are vegan verified. But, the sizing was off. The 8 was too small and the 9 was too big. The contrasting lining color is fun! These I really wanted to love.

Sperry - Torrent Chelsea: I was excited about the design. But, when I walked in them they hit the front of my leg in an odd spot and honestly it sorta hurt. I thought could I wear these with thicker socks - but no I don’t want to buy anything that feels in any way uncomfortable.

UGG - Drizlita: I only wear UGG slippers so the prospect of UGG rainboots with the same wonderful sheepskin insole excited me to no end. The boots however were large on my feet and the sole was clunky, heavy and has UGG written across it over and over and over which I am not a fan of.

Kamik - Heidi 2: They fit well and were comfortable. The leg has a nice width. They were easy to put on and take off. I did not like that they had no fabric lining in the leg.

Here are the two styles I chose:

Toni Pons - Cavour: These are the winner friends. I like the color, the elastic side panels, the easy pull tab and the substantial feel when I walk. They are made in Spain. I’ve worn them a handful of times - they are comfy!

Kamik - Heidi: I couldn’t find this sku through Zappos - the site we use to purchase most of our footwear. I went directly to Kamik and success! I love the height of the leg, the cozy lining material and the multi-directional tread design on the sole assures sure footedness. I have worn them in light snow and ice. As the saying goes friends “If it ain’t broke...”