If your fall trip includes multiple climates — like cozy mountains and sunny beaches, or chilly city mornings and warm afternoons — you’re about to face one of the hardest packing challenges ever. I know, because I’ve done it. I spent three months traveling through Italy (mid-September to mid-December) starting in the north, where it was already crisp and cool by October, and ending in Sicily, where the days were warm but the evenings still chilly enough for Christmas markets. And yes, I did...
24 days ago • 4 min read
You’ve probably seen the buzz.. maybe on Instagram, from a friend who just got one, or during a late-night “are diamonds even ethical?” Google spiral (been there). Lab grown diamonds are everywhere right now. And honestly? They deserve the spotlight. They’re not just a trend. They’re real diamonds (yes, real real. It's actually a pretty cool process), and they’re changing the jewelry game in the best way possible: ethical, sustainable, and in a lot of cases, more affordable. And for me? This...
26 days ago • 5 min read
I still remember the first time I fell in love with long cardigans. It was when I moved to Chicago back in 2014. Picture this: I was going through a messy divorce, had gained some weight, and was figuring out life in a brand-new country in a city where it felt like the wind was trying to blow me straight into Lake Michigan. I was always cold. I needed layers. I needed comfort. And honestly? I needed something that made me feel like me again. Enter: the long cardigan. It was the perfect piece;...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
You know that moment you're packing for a fall trip when your suitcase is wide open, your clothes are everywhere, and you’re thinking: “How does anyone pack a carry-on for this season without losing their mind?” Yeah... I get it. Fall is one of the hardest seasons to pack for. The weather can’t make up its mind, one sweaters take up the space of three t-shirts, and shoes? Ohhh the shoes. But as I always say... it doesn’t have to be a struggle 😅 (don't slap me through the screen) Once you...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Who’s daydreaming about Europe this fall? 🙋🏻♀️ I spent 11 weeks traveling all over Italy (in a carry-on!) and while I’ve written a lot about that trip already, I wanted to zoom out this year and give you something even more useful: A fall packing guide for Europe that actually takes different regions into account. Because here’s the thing: “fall in Europe” is not one climate. Paris in October feels completely different from Lisbon. Sicily in November has nothing to do with Amsterdam. And if...
about 1 month ago • 6 min read
You know that moment when you’re standing in front of your closet on a chilly morning, trying to figure out how not to freeze… and you end up throwing on three layers, only to be sweaty indoors but still cold outside? 😅 Been there. Well, turns out that it's not about how many layers you wear. It’s about what those layers are made of. And once I figured this out, everything changed. Both in my everyday closet and when packing for trips. Not to mention… fabrics matter if you don’t want to add a...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
You know that moment when you pull everything out of your closet and toss it on the bed, hoping that somehow a cute, cohesive travel wardrobe will magically appear? Yeah… we’ve all been there 😅 this is how I beautifully overpacked for our first 6-month trip! If packing feels overwhelming *especially when you’re trying to pack light* here’s one small shift that can make a huge difference: Start with your bottom pieces. 🚫 Not your favorite tops. 🚫 Not those shoes you’re dying to wear. 🚫 Not...
3 months ago • 4 min read
We’ve quietly been working behind the scenes, helping a small group of amazing humans move to Mexico without the stress, confusion, or costly mistakes. And now, we want to help YOU do the same! We have helped our clients get approved for Mexican residency the fast and easy way, find out where in Mexico is right for them based on their lifestyle needs, and start setting up their new life south of the border. Everyone we've worked with has been able to complete the residency process with...
4 months ago • 4 min read
Hey there, superstar! ✨ Let’s talk about something that might just change the way you pack forever — the 54321 method. If you’ve ever found yourself throwing clothes into your suitcase last minute… Or packing “just in case” outfits that never get worn… Or lugging around a suitcase so full it could count as your third travel companion… Then keep reading, because this method was made for you👇🏼 So... what is the 54321 method? It’s a super simple packing formula that’s been floating around the...
5 months ago • 4 min read