As last winter tipped into spring, my husband and I prepared to become a family of four. Our second daughter was about to be born, and I braced myself for the impending postpartum season. It might be brutal, but I’d done it before and was confident I could do it again. I was prepared for …
KEY TAKEAWAYS Parachute is a Venice, California-based home goods brand that sells sustainably made linens like sheets, towels, and loungewear. Their bedding comes in stylish colors and materials like linen, percale, brushed cotton, sateen, and organic cotton. I tried the percale sheets—they were cool and crisp with a lightweight feel. They held up well in …
Thrift shopping is having a moment. More and more people are giving pre-loved clothing a second chance at life and for a good reason. Not only can great quality pieces be found for too-good-to-be-true prices, but by buying secondhand, we’re keeping still-wearable garments out of the landfill. Plus, who doesn’t love a good thrift shop …
What’s better than throwing it back while practicing sustainable and eco-friendly shopping? When we go vintage, we’re helping to reclaim and upcycle clothes that might otherwise end up in landfills. You know what they say: One person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and in this case, you might find a closet full of vintage gems …
Feeling the urge to clean out your closet? Have some vintage items, baby clothes, or worn-once formal dresses you’re looking to rehome? Why not make some extra cash for your once-loved apparel by reselling your used clothing online! With so many sleek mobile apps and online platforms to choose from, it’s easier than ever to …
Vintage jewelry is about so much more than a piece or a brand; antique jewelry often holds stories, rich histories, and sizable worth. The first thing to know is that most (quality) vintage or antique jewelry pieces are considered an investment. Antique pieces are more than 100 years old, whereas vintage pieces can be from any specific time period. …
Let’s be honest: We don’t always feel refreshed and rejuvenated after waking up, especially this year. And we’ll do pretty much anything to ensure the most restful night of sleep. One of our top tips? Going to bed with a good sleep mask. Sleep masks are ideal for blocking out light and distractions. Specific masks—like ones made …
When we sleep, our core temperature drops, so our bodies shed heat into the space around us. And depending on your bedding, this can trap heat and result in hot, sweaty sleep—which is anything but restful. For those of us who run warm overnight, consider a cooling mattress instead. (Other tips to stay cool include: wearing airy …
We’re taking sustainable and ethical shopping to the next level. Too often, we find mass-produced products lining shelves and being sold at exorbitant prices, only to fall apart after a year or two. But that doesn’t have to be the case—we have plenty of brands with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship made right here in …
In today’s fast-paced world places a heavy emphasis on pharmaceuticals and productivity, many of us are looking for alternative modalities to keep us grounded. Whether you’re hoping to heal from past traumas or to gain confidence and unlock self-love, one of the most popular alternative therapy options is using crystals. Crystals have been valued for thousands …