Field Notes

Birkenstocks: Hype or Hell No?

A Merchandiser’s Take on the Sandal Debate

Aug 19 •

I Almost Threw Them Away

How A Forgotten Jewelry Box Became My Most Meaningful Collection

Jul 22 •

Intro to Stripes at Sturm University

A New Course on the Basics of Why Stripes Work and Why I Love Them

Jul 8 •

The Starting Lineup: My Closet’s Most Valuable Pieces

From Milestone Splurges to Secondhand Steals — the Real Champions of My Wardrobe

Jun 10 •

How I Finally Found My Forever Jeans

Give Me The Hang Jean From Frame or Give Me Death

May 13 •

It's Not Easy Building Your Empire

Running Through Injuries, Rewriting Career Scripts, and Hitting Publish — The Good Life Asks More of Us, Which is Exactly Why it Matters

Apr 22 •

The Tip Jar #7: I’ve Got a Family Spring Break Trip to Pack For — What Am I Packing?

The only two hats you need for beach hangs, flight delays, and every vacation hair moment in between

Apr 15 •

The Tip Jar #6: How to Borrow from Menswear

A Women’s Guide to Shopping Menswear, Featuring the Best Brands for Every Budget and Style

Mar 18 •

The Tip Jar #5: Building the Ultimate Spring & Summer Shoe Collection

Sharing the Top 3 Shoes to Maximize Your Wardrobe and Effortlessly Adapt to Every Occasion

Feb 11 •

The Tip Jar #4: How to Make an Impactful Impression with Date Night Looks

Inject personality into your wardrobe with elevated statement tops and unique accessories

Jan 7 •

Behind the Seams: Clint Ramos on Dressing Maybe Happy Ending for Broadway

From Sketches to Stage: Clint Ramos on Designing Maybe Happy Ending and Building a Career in Storytelling

Dec 17, 2024 •

The Tip Jar #3: What to Wear to the Office in 2024: A Style Dilemma for Modern Professionals

From courtrooms to presentations, nail the modern office look with timeless, versatile pieces.

Nov 19, 2024 •

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