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A smattering of launches, new arrivals, and right now discoveries —
01. I’ve been a longtime fan of female-run small clothing brand Mille, and I absolutely adore their latest collection — especially the items in this fabulous paisley/bandana-inspired pattern. I have this top on its way to me. Their editorial photography for this collection was absolutely jaw-dropping (seen below). You can get 15% off sitewide with code JEN15. Also adore this sweater!
02. A week or two ago, I mentioned that Free People Movement had partnered with On to release two ultra-fun sneakers. I managed to get my hands on a pair of the Cloudmonsters from the collection before they sold out and I love them (the Cloudnovas are still in stock!). I’ve been using them for my speed-walks around the neighborhood (often in the company of a good girlfriend). Every detail sparks such joy — the colors, the floral liner on the interior! — and of course they are built for comfort. Grab a pair of the Cloudnovas before they sell out, too! Great way to motivate yourself to get out there for a short walk in the mornings as the temperatures begin to drop.
03. Freda Salvador released its second fall drop yesterday morning. You know my (effusive) thoughts on their chic suede loafers, now available in a gorgeous dark chocolate, but these cobalt ballet flats also turned my head after I spotted the color via footage of a couple of early fall fashion week shows, including Proenza Schouler. Fun alternative to red as a highlight color. Meanwhile, these intrecciato boots are nearly sold out! Great statement for fall. (Reminder that MAGPIE15 gets you 15% off your first order at FS.)
04. I saw Donni’s new cropped silk athleisure pants last week and immediately thought, “The Adidas pants that were my entire personality in 1998 have grown up!” So fun for school drop off / at-home lounge / probably could be dressed up in interesting ways I’ve not yet considered — saw them on Arielle (below) this week and loved the way she styled them. Donni also just released a great white tee and sent me one to test. It’s featherweight and ultra-soft, with a casual, lived-in, 90s vibe to me.
05. I’ve been testing RMS Beauty’s new SPF-spiked skin tint and it is wonderful. You apply like foundation but it wears like skin (and offers sun protection). Very impressed. They say you can apply with your fingers but I found the consistency easier to blend with a brush. Offers a surprising amount of coverage for this type of product. (Jen20 gets you 20% off.)
06. Our favorite children’s brand Minnow just launched a bunch of great knits for fall. One of my favorite outfits my son had last fall was this sweater paired with these knit pants. I got my daughter one of these striped cardis (in navy/cream) this summer and much to my surprise she has worn it constantly. It is the cutest thing – she dresses just like a little me! Her go-to summer uniform has been jean shorts, a white tank top, her Minnow sweater, and a pair of rose gold Birkenstocks.
07. OMG this Toteme bag just dropped (or I just discovered it) and I’m swooning. Toteme bags aren’t inexpensive, but they look like they should cost 3-4x their price IMO. Love every detail about this bag.
08. Just ordered these $15 turtlenecks in white and navy. (Should I have also gotten the black, I wonder aloud?) Sometimes it is so hard to find a simple, slim-fit knit like this. I have this one black turtleneck I bought from Gap over a decade ago that is basically the only one I ever want to wear. It is thin, stretchy, fitted, and I’m devastated that it finally seems to be on its last legs. Sometimes the inexpensive basics can be hard to find!
P.S. A friend of mine just texted me and said that when she was searching for book reviews of Barbara Kingsolver’s Demon Copperhead, mine was the top search result! What?! I’m blown away! Next book review I’m working on: Liz Moore’s God of the Woods, which I loved.