Happy Friday, beautiful people! This past weekend, I got to go on my first ever brand trip in Aspen with Lavazza coffee, and let me tell you all, it was a total dream - but also kind of anxiety-inducing. Sexiest Dress Ever : I never would have thought this dress would look good on my body, but after borrowing it from a friend (who has it in two colors, she loves it so much), I immediately ordered one for myself. It also comes in a hair-and-body oil that a reviewer describes as “a come-hither-experienced-whisper, black-feline-velvety-purring-by-the-fire-after-a-roll-around, dirty, complex,” which is way better than I can do! I Can’t Stop Smelling Myself : I picked up this perfume (apparently it’s unisex?) at a duty-free store and am obsessed with it. I wore it often on our trip, and it worked just as well for a casual cover-up as it did for a “fancy” dinner dress. MVP Award : If I could only take ONE thing with me on vacation, it would be this dress. (I mean, hopefully one day I can go back!) I didn’t know how much I needed a break and refresher before the craziness of the school year starts! Happy weekend, everyone!! I just got back Sunday and am still adjusting to the jet lag, but I can’t wait to go back. That part of the world is insanely beautiful and so rich with history - the entire trip felt like a pinch-me moment. I just got back from the trip of a lifetime! I was lucky enough to get to go to Turkey with Shana (my sister), Adam (my brother) and their families for a week, and it was literally life-changing. Good luck with the back-to-school season for everyone already starting! We start on the 30th, so we’re eeking out those last summer activities. I got it in the blue color, and it makes me incredibly happy. This $40 Luxe Sweater You Will See Me Living In This Fall : I’ve mentioned it a bit, but I’m in love with this super-high-quality cotton fisherman sweater from Quince. OK, but let me sneak in another thing that’s gonna sell out too… These freaking AH-mazing Italian high-tops that are currently at Banana Republic. More deets on that and see it on me here. Hop On This Restock & The Raddest Sneaker : Sadly not on sale (it rarely ever goes on sale honestly), but my most beloved trenchcoat is restocked! Woo! It sells out every year, so definitely pop over there if you need a phenomenal trench. My Fave rag & bone Jean Cut On Sale! I love love R&B’s slouchy Rosa fit, and they’re on sale at Saks right now in this great distressed wash (that honestly looks like my favorite MOTHER wash!) You can see them on me in a different wash here. Let’s get to sales for a bit o’ distraction from parental exhaustion, per usual. Those are still hard and seem to sneak up on us. (Did you see our boba crawl last month? So fun.) OH, and I’m seeing Courtney Barnett and Sleater Kinney this weekend!! THAT WILL HELP.Īlso, anyone else’s kiddo having unexplained meltdowns lately? My 9-year-old is reverting to 4-year-old behaviors, and it dawned on me that it’s probably the impending start of school (which she is super-excited about, but it’s, yep, a transition). Follow along over on my IG to see what deliciousness we find. We have a river day coming up with friends this week as well as plans to try out a few more frozen desserts around Portland. I’m trying to focus in on the good parts because there have been a lot of heavy parts this year. Anyway… Gah, why is August just always such a slog. Wait, those are what I’m thankful for every week. Hey-o, Friday! What I’m thankful for this week: fab friends, that first sip of coffee in the mornings, good food and the NYT Spelling Bee game. Laura | Scotti | Kat | Em | Amy | Julieta | Jess Laura’s Sale Picks Happy scrolling! Quick Contributor Jump Links One more for the trend-chasers: Someone mentioned in our team Slack channel that “Barbie core” is trending. Gap is checking all the boxes right now! This tiered mini shirtdress (under $50 at checkout with code: YOURS) is the kind of closet staple that would get tons of wear with tan sandals or dressed down with sporty sneakers. Em’s scooping up this lovely boatneck sweater, and Julieta owns and loves these cashmere pants (under $100 in Merlot). We love a Naadam sale (they seldom happen), and there’s no better time to stock up on luxe, cozy sweats and layers. Chic Jeans, Designer Bags & Summer Sandals: Our Editors’ Top Sale Picks From Gap, Nordstrom & More Oh, her date-night-ready bodysuit is also on sale in select colors.

Curve-friendly, with a perfected leg-lengthening silhouette and classic fit that will stand the test of time. Scotti recently found a summertime version of her favorite bootcut MOTHER jeans, now on sale for 40% off at Nordstrom. Happy Friday, everyone! We’re back and getting right into the swing of these end-of-summer sales.

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