lifestyle
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A Winter White Pick‑Me‑Up
It’s been a long time since I’ve worn winter white. Even when I did, I wore it sparingly — white was always a summer color to me, something reserved for warm days and sunshine. But this year, it’s everywhere. I first noticed it on a sales associate at Macy’s: crisp white slacks that looked so…
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New Year, New You: A Fresh Start Begins at Home
The new year is just days away. There’s something about the turn of the calendar that invites a deep breath and a reset. Not the pressure-filled “new year, new you” we’ve all grown tired of, but a quieter, more grounded version—one that begins with clearing space, refreshing your surroundings, and choosing small rituals that make…
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The Lip Balm That’s Saving My Winter Skin
It’s been an usually cold December in New York —we even woke up to a few inches of snow today. Whenever the temperature drops like this, my skin dries out instantly, and my lips become the most noticeable part of that. So, every winter, I become a person who stashes lip balm everywhere: on my…
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How to Dress Like a Funeral Director
As long as I can remember, I’ve been interested in fashion. Even as a teenager, I saved the money I earned from minimum‑wage after‑school jobs just to buy something new to wear. But when I began my career as a funeral director, I quickly realized my work wardrobe would not be versatile—or colorful. It would…
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Unique and Memorable Gifts for Your Hosts
When you visit someone’s home, especially around the holidays, it’s common to bring a bottle of wine or a dessert like cake or pie. But I’ve noticed that desserts can pile up, and the host often already has a special drink planned. So instead of the usual consider bringing a hostess gift. If you know…
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An Afternoon at Bloomingdale’s
There are days when stepping into Bloomingdale’s feels less like shopping and more like entering a festive sanctuary. Yesterday was one of those days. I began my visit with a stop at the Chloé boutique, where I was greeted by the woman who had helped me with my recent article on vanilla perfume. To my…