Joanne Ramsay

Corduroy season is back! This is one of our favorite fabrics and we’re happy to see it being used on all sorts of items – like skirts, dresses, and blazers. Here is a guide to some key pieces using fall’s favorite fabric: Corduroy Pants: Our fav’s this season are Nili Lotan’s Shon, Alex Mill’s Camden, […]

We’ve been following the hype around Jamie Haller shoes – sandals, loafers, and flats in buttery leather, handcrafted in Italy – for a few years. We haven’t been able to try them on in person, but Jo was just in Santa Barbara and the brand’s new flagship store, its only retail location, recently opened, so

We know many of you LOVE Brochu Walker and you’ve shared your favorites with us so that we can share them with our readers – thank you! Jo was recently in Santa Barbara and visited one of their retail locations to try on some of their clothing, notably their best-selling The Havana Dress. She also

We love receiving special requests for FabLists, and we’ve just received one for safety items, those tools to carry with you in case you find yourself in a threatening situation. Crime is on the rise in many cities, and having the right tools on hand can mean the difference between safety and vulnerability. Crime doesn’t

Every fall, new colors emerge and become the must-haves to incorporate into your wardrobe. We’ve already highlighted Chocolate Mousse (see our blog on this color trend here), and now we turn our focus to another trending color, green. Which shade of green, you ask? Pistachio green, pickle green, and grass green are the go-to hues,

Last week, Chrissie & I visited Glacier National Park with 12 of our friends for 3 days of hiking (and hanging out on Lake McDonald) and 4 nights of dining. We stayed at a private residence within the park, which provided us with access to a kitchen and easier access to hiking trails. I’ve (Jo)

We believe sneakers are always in season, and this fall, some new trends are hitting the streets: ballerina-meets-sneaker mash-ups, retro runners, suede in cozy autumn tones, and pops of stop-you-in-your-tracks colors. Whether you lean towards minimalist or statement-making style, there’s a pair this fall that will have you stepping out in confidence. Here is our

The Pantone Color of the Year for Fall 2025 is Mocha Mousse, and it’s no coincidence that this color has made its way into fashion this season. It’s described as a warm, rich brown hue, evocative of chocolate and coffee, and is meant to evoke feelings of comfort and nurture. This sounds like a perfect

Last week, in our Thursday This & That email, we mentioned a few items we’ve been using in our swim workouts. Apparently, we have swimmers in our midst, evidenced by the number of items you purchased from the list! We’ve decided to expand our list to include some clothing, swimsuits, and other items we use

Reality has hit our age group, and joint replacements are all the talk these days. Almost everyone we know is having one, is married to someone having one, and/or has friends who have had or are having them. Chrissie had her hip replaced a few years ago (and is getting a new knee in September),