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A person poses with hands in pockets in a black trench coat.

Quince Review: Stretch Crepe Trench Coat

Published by welcomeobjects

A streamlined, minimalist take on the trench coat.

November 14, 2024
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5 Spots for Outdoor Dining in Philadelphia

Published by welcomeobjects

One of my favorite things to do when traveling is to eat and a recent trip to Philadelphia did not disappoint.

November 8, 2024
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Latest, Travel, Travel & More
Independence Hall, a historic building with a spire, in front of modern buildings. There are orange trees surrounding it.

Travel Diary: 72 Hours in Philadelphia

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Here's an itinerary of what we did, saw, and ate for a long weekend in Philadelphia.

November 3, 2024
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Latest, Travel, Travel & More
A person wearing a black leather moto jacket over a purple dress poses in front of a metal roll-down door.

Is This Able Leather Jacket the Perfect Minimalist Moto Jacket? (plus a promo code)

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With minimal hardware and a slightly cropped fit, the Maha Leather Jacket is a petite-friendly motorcycle jacket.

October 22, 2024
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Low Buy 2024: Q3 Check-In

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After the flurry of summer-time shopping last quarter, I slowed down from July to September and participated in #SecondhandSeptember

October 17, 2024
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Oversized Wool Blazers: Quince vs. Everlane

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It's the battle of the blazers! How do these similar oversized wool blazers from Quince and Everlane compare?

October 10, 2024
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning: Non-Toxic Cleaners & Laundry Detergent from Common Good

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Common Good makes cleaners with plant-derived ingredients. I tried the hand soap, all purpose cleaner, and laundry detergent.

October 2, 2024
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Latest, Sustainable Living
Three images of three different models wearing white boxy tees.

Boxy Tees: Everlane vs. Mott & Bow vs. Able

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These days, I favor a boxy tee with more room all around. Here's a look at options from three brands.

September 24, 2024
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A person wearing a gray oversized blazer and jeans standing in front of a brick wall with one hand hooked in a jean pocket.

Wearing an Oversized Blazer When You’re Petite

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Six tips to help you pull off that borrowed-from-the-boys oversized blazer look.

September 12, 2024
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    Reviewed this streamlined trench coat from @onequi Reviewed this streamlined trench coat from @onequince.* Who else finds their style getting more minimalist as they age? Link in bio. Also wearing; Tee: Everlane + Jeans: @mottandbow *+ Sneakers: Quince *gifted PR product + reviewed on the blog #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #SlowerFashion #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #BuyLessChooseWellMakeItLast #ShopWithIntention #LovedClothesLast #OutfitRepeater #RewearDontCare #PetiteBlogger #PetiteStyle #RealOutfitGram #QuinceReview
    Excellent merchandising at the farmers’ market. Excellent merchandising at the farmers’ market. #FarmersMarketInspo #FarmersMarketGrandArmyPlaza #PostTheOrdinary #LeafyGreens #WeekendsInNYC
    It’s wool cape season! (Trying to find joy where It’s wool cape season! (Trying to find joy where I can.) Cape: Muji (2012) Jeans & shirt: Uniqlo (2024, 2016) Boots: @drlizashoes + (2021) + = reviewed on the blog #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #SlowerFashion #SlowFashionCommunity #SlowFashionStyle #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #BuyLessChooseWellMakeItLast #ShopWithIntention #LovedClothesLast #SustainableStyle #OutfitRepeater #RewearDontCare #WearRewear #RewearThat #ShopYourCloset #PetiteBlogger #PetiteStyle #RealOutfitGram #WoolCape
    New on the blog: an accounting of the tasty things New on the blog: an accounting of the tasty things we ate while visiting Philadelphia. I concentrated on places with outdoor dining since I’m covid cautious. Link in bio. #VisitPhilly #OutdoorDining #OutdoorDiningPhilly #MyTravelDiary
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    Finally got around to writing a travel diary about Finally got around to writing a travel diary about what we did, saw, and ate for 72 hours in Philadelphia. Whew! Travel posts take so much time, y’all. I’m glad I don’t write them all the time, ha! Link in bio. #TravelDiary #VisitPhiladelphia #LongWeekendGetAway
    What I wore for early voting. Don’t love this ou What I wore for early voting. Don’t love this outfit but they can’t all be winners. Sweater: #ThakoonForTarget (2008) Pants: @vettacapsule (2021) Coat: @onequince (2024)* Bag: @loandsons (2024)*+ Boots: @nisoloshoes (2023)+ *gifted PR product + reviewed/featured on the blog #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #SlowerFashion #SlowFashionCommunity #SlowFashionStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #LovedClothesLast #OutfitRepeater #RewearDontCare #WearRewear #RewearThat #PetiteBlogger #PetiteStyle #RealOutfitGram
    Love stopping by this thrift store in NYC’s SoHo Love stopping by this thrift store in NYC’s SoHo. Clothes, books, & coffee! And a good cause too. #HousingWorks #HousingworksThriftShops #HousingWorksBookstore #SecondhandFirst #ShoppingSecondhand #SlowerFashion #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #ShopWithIntention #NYCThrift #ThriftWithMe
    Everyone’s got their own personal wardrobe stapl Everyone’s got their own personal wardrobe staples and for me, the motorcycle jacket is one of them. I love how it brings some edge to any outfit. What are some of your personal staples? This jacket was gifted to me by ethical brand @able & a full review is on my blog. Link in bio. Also, through 10/28 use my code WOFAM for 25% off this jacket (or anything else!) at Able. #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #EthicalFashion #SlowerFashion #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #BuyLessChooseWellMakeItLast #ShopWithIntention #LovedClothesLast #PetiteBlogger#AbleClothing #MyAble #MinimalistStyle #MotoJackets
    In the past year I’ve tried several motorcycle j In the past year I’ve tried several motorcycle jackets and this one from @able might be my favorite. Read my review of this jacket (including how it compares to other brands) at WelcomeObjects.com Plus, use my code WOFAM to save 25% off your next purchase at Able through 10/28. Thanks to Able for sending me this jacket to review. #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #EthicalFashion #SlowerFashion #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #BuyLessChooseWellMakeItLast #ShopWithIntention #LovedClothesLast #PetiteBlogger#AbleClothing #MyAble #MinimalistStyle #MotoJackets
    How to instantly shorten your sleeves! I share a f How to instantly shorten your sleeves! I share a few more tips for how to wear an oversized blazer when you’re petite. WelcomeObjects.com, link in bio. #EthicalPetite #EthicalFashionBlogger #SlowerFashion #SlowFashionCommunity #ConsciousStyle #CuratedCloset #IntentionalWardrobe #BuyLessWearMore #BuyLessChooseWellMakeItLast #ShopWithIntention #LovedClothesLast #OversizedBlazer #PetiteBlogger #PetiteStylingTips
    Treated myself to a $3.99 petite bouquet from Trad Treated myself to a $3.99 petite bouquet from Trader Joe’s yesterday but woke up to find the daisies drooping, so I decided to help them out with a compostable straw. #TraderJoesFlowers #ALittleBeautyEveryday #FlowersAndOtherStories #BloomsOfTheDay #MoodForFloral #PostTheOrdinary #IkeaFinds
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