Just Sent No.46
What I’m wearing on the elliptical and a mini dress “discovery”
In the fall, I made a major discovery (as people like to call seemingly obvious observations) that COS makes great mini dresses. While I usually thought of them as a more structured “art teacher” brand, a mini dress—while obviously structured—was not what I expected when I popped in and left with two corduroy mini dresses that felt more New England boarding school in the 80s than art teacher. This boatneck PLAIN brown linen dress and this white poplin number check all my boxes (✔️ preppy, ✔️plain).
Friday, while with friends lounging on the Symbol sofas at the showroom, we got to chatting about micro shorts. I haven’t worn a low rise micro short since middle school and while I do see some things coming back from that time, I haven’t yet decided whether I’m going to give it a try. However, my devotion to anything that reminds me of candy stripe gum has me slightly open to the idea.
I played dress up the other night trying on clothes meant for warmer days (on the way!). I was on a mission to identify the gaps in my closet and quickly noticed that, now that I’m wearing more color again, I don’t have any white tops that aren’t t-shirts or button-downs. I have a knit halter that I love from my grandmother, and while this feels very different, it also feels, well, similar.
My favorite jeans just came out in a light wash. By now you know I’m devoted to Buck Mason denim, my “Actually, Outfit Dissecting, Myself” makes it clear how often I’m wearing them, in fact, I’m wearing a pair (rigid original) right this moment. I'm going to wear these a lot with a white shirt, I just know. Both the Roper and Original in a light wash with my daily t-shirt and tank top.
original, roper I, like every other girl, have rediscovered capri leggings. My current pair is from Los Angeles Apparel, a mostly cotton style that feels more appropriate for wearing as part of an outfit (big shirt, flats) than for working out. So, because I’m on an elliptical kick, I’m going to get these from Lululemon. This striped pair from Splits59 also looks good. That said, I am wearing my current pair to workout and go for a walk.
I’ve been using the Sofie Pavitt face wash for a while now, and she recently launched a sunscreen and gel moisturizer. I’d sent both to my mom when it launched and had it on my list for when I ran out of my current product. She sent some over, and I’ve actually been wearing sunscreen because it’s that good. And, Gel moisturizer has been a theme of my routine, starting with the Soft Services Speed Soak. Jelly summer!
I JUST LIKE A BELT! Surprise, surprise.
I’d wear this skirt with a white tank top and tan Castañers. A simple, yet just-dressed-up-enough outfit for dinner. A fun bottom is my preferred, as you can tell by how often I talk about wanting more “tops.” (That said, you do need tops too, because jeans and a tank top don’t work all the time, apparently.)
A few things I’m enjoying:
The Other Bennet Sister. I watched this with my mom and sister when I was in England, but it’s now available on Prime (with BritBox). I’m also watching The Forsytes.
Gracie Wiener just launched her Substack, Party Line. I added Savory Tofu Bowl at Fong On to my ongoing list of “places to go” from her recommendation in Goodie Bag. Speaking of food, we went to the new Morgenstern's on Friday, I can’t stop thinking about the Chocolate Olive Oil Sorbet. I had to go back last night and get a pint!
Saltyface sent me some products. I was especially excited because Nancy and I have been sending the ads back and forth for a year now. And, the ads are correct; it works that well (face set, body set). They sent me a code. If you’re also captivated by the ads, LULUG10.
I just followed Shakayla Felice. I saved the Sardines and Custard Cream of Buckwheat “Grits” and Creamsicle Chia Pudding. You can use my code LULU10 for 10% off Fishwife (Sardines).
I just ran out of my FAVORITE dish soap. In March I said “I actually think this dish soap and spray puts me in a good mood when I clean. The smell is incredible.” It’s still true, I’m in a good mood, and I’m ordering more.
Savory Tofu date soon PLZ