Joanne Ramsay

We usually plan well in advance for a big trip … but this trip came together within a matter of weeks after another trip to Jordan and Egypt was postponed due to political unrest in the area. We made a quick pivot, and three of us moved from a couple’s trip in the Middle East […]

Mother’s Day creeps up on us every year! Spring is in full gear, summer is around the corner, and Mother’s Day is in two weeks. It’s not too late to get some thoughtful gifts for your mom, mother-in-law, daughter, daughter-in-law, etc. Does she like jewelry? Does she like to exercise? Is she more of a

A few weeks ago, we dove into the world of wedding attire for guests and mothers of the bride or groom. While dressing up is always fun, our true calling lies in the everyday essentials—the jeans, tees, and cashmere that form our daily uniform. This week, we’re focusing on our favorite wardrobe foundation: denim. Since

We’re lifelong travelers, and most of the time we don’t check bags, rolling through airports with our Away or Quince roller bags. But traveling light comes with a catch. Because our primary suitcase is compact, our ‘personal item’—our trusty backpack or tote—has to be a total powerhouse, doing the heavy lifting for what we couldn’t

It’s Deju Vu all over again! Polo shirts are back in force, and we feel like we’re back living in the early 80’s when the Preppy Handbook (Jo still has hers!) and the J.Crew catalog took the world by storm. Almost every retailer has a version of these, albeit in a much more modern way.

Most of us rotate our shoes, swap out our handbags, and change our jewelry to match an outfit – but our phone case? It’s usually the same one, every single day. This is a missed style opportunity! Your phone is one of the most visible accessories you carry, yet it’s often treated like a purely

We both love to travel (Chrissie is just back from Tulum for a college friend reunion!, and we are always on the lookout for the best travel items. We are both “carry-on” travelers, so each item we bring has to earn its spot in the suitcase. Good travel pants are a holy grail of a

Quince is one of our favorite brands…and we consider ourselves Quince experts at this point!  If you’re new to Quince, it’s a direct-to-consumer retailer (no brick-and-mortar locations) that offers luxury-quality products at an affordable price point. They emphasize transparent pricing and sustainable practices, and focus on classic, minimalist styles that are versatile and timeless. They

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We know Valentine’s Day isn’t everyone’s vibe, and we were actually thinking of skipping it too! But just in case you need a little inspiration, here are some ideas for that special someone in your life. It could be your partner, child, sibling, parent, in-law, or maybe a little something for yourself!   Swedish Candy: