Brand Awear: Gallagher

June 6, 2019

ethical black dress

Location: Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

If you have followed me on my ethical fashion journey for any amount of time, you know that I’m a dress person. I will choose a dress over pants any day of the week. You can imagine my excitement when Sarah Gallagher, co-founder of Gallagher, reached out and asked if we could collaborate.

Gallagher, founded by two sisters, specializes in beautiful, made-to-order dresses to fit any occasion. What I love about this brand is that they have given careful consideration to every step of the process in making their dresses. Read more about their mission and production process here.

I chose the Emily dress in black for its chicness and versatility for our travels in Europe. I’ve worn it during the day while exploring (as shown here) as well as out to a nice dinner. The craftsmanship of the dress is what sets it apart from other dresses, and the attention to detail is impeccable. My favorite part is the bow tied in the back.

I talk often about buying less, but better – quality over quantity. As a stylist, I tell clients about the Cost Per Wear (CPW) analysis. Divide the cost of an item by how many times you will wear it over the course of several years, and that is your CPW.

This is one of those dresses that is timeless, and I know I’ll wear for years to come.

Flying Internationally with a Baby

June 3, 2019

Booking: Try and book the most direct flight to your destination. Trust me, it is worth spending the extra money to book the quickest and most direct flight as opposed to having a long layover somewhere. Depending on the airline, some lap children are free while others charge up to 10% of the cost of your ticket. Call ahead to… Read More

Brand Awear: Trove

May 22, 2019

ethical summer dress

Location: Nice, France We arrived in the South of France last week and are spending some quality time in one of our favorite cities – Nice. The last time we were here was in 2015 on our honeymoon and we knew we wanted to make it back here one day. Nearly four years of marriage and an infant later, we… Read More

Vintage Holiday

February 1, 2019

Back in December, my husband and I spent a night away from bébé at the lovely Greenbrier Resort. Neither of us needed or wanted any gifts for Christmas so we opted for a relaxing getaway for the two of us. The Greenbrier, nestled in the mountains of West Virginia, has roots that date back to 1778. And once you step… Read More

Smockbox

September 20, 2018

As a new mom, it is important for me to pass on the same ethos of ethical fashion to my son; however, finding the time to research baby brands that are in line with my values is hard. The newborn phase is simultaneously blissful and stressful–quite the adjustment to say the least.

Tips on how to shop responsibly for maternity wear

July 26, 2018

As this pregnancy journey is coming to a close, I wanted to share some tips on navigating the maternity fashion space. Not only from a sustainable/ethical viewpoint, but also with regards to cost savings. I’ve stated several times that quality maternity wear is lacking in general – layer the responsible piece on top of that, and it’s relatively non-existent. Hopefully… Read More

The Instagram Conundrum

June 6, 2018

I have always been attracted to aesthetically pleasing things, and before you say, “of course April – aren’t we all?” hear me out. From a very early age, I would spend hours sifting through magazines and books cutting out images that inspired me. As I moved  into adulthood, the fascination with beauty continued. Often this came in the form of… Read More

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  • I thought I would take a lot more (outfit) photos on this trip showing how I’ve reworn the same clothing items over and over again. But honestly, the thought of getting “Instagram” ready has seemed too exhausting and superficial. I have a 10 month old so naturally I have food, snot, etc. on my clothes at any given time. So here is a picture taken this evening on an impromptu evening stroll with my mom. Not worrying about hair, makeup, or being picture ready.
  • I’ve truly been captivated by the beauty here in Porto. The tile can be found on every corner, and is a wonder to behold. Check my stories for some of my favorites that I have found through exploring this city. 💙
  • When it comes to putting outfits together during this trip, I’ve really had to use my stylist skills in order for it not to feel like I’m wearing the same things over and over again. Case in point - this outfit here is an @eileenfisherny dress that I converted to a skirt and tied the pink top over it. I’ve worn this black dress more times than I can count, but it’s been the most comfortable and versatile dress I own. . . . . . . . #sustainablychic #ethicalfashion #ethicalfashionblogger #ethicalootd #sustainablefashion #sustainabletravel #capsulewardrobe #travelstyle #summerstyle #minimalstyle
  • That Friday Feeling 💃🖤 We are headed to the beach today to soak in our last couple of days here in Nice.
  • When the perfect LBD is not only chic, but also ethical. 👌Meet @shopgallagher - dresses for every occasion. Needless to say I was super excited when they reached out to collaborate. This dress has been a staple piece in my travel wardrobe here in France. To read more about Gallagher, click the link in my bio. . . . . . . . . . #sustainablychic #ethicalfashion #ethicaldress #ethicallymade #sustainablefashion #lbd #travelstyle #dressfortheoccasion #pursuepretty #summerstyle #frenchriviera #villefranchesurmer #southoffrance #ethicalootd
  • In case you missed it, I wrote a blog post on flying with a baby internationally. Many of you have reached out with questions, and I hope this will provide some answers and reassurance. In short, just do it. ✈️👶🧸 Link in bio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . #flashesofdelight #villefrancesurmer #frenchriviera #summer2019 #travelingwithkids #travelingwithbaby #babytravel #havebabywilltravel #flyingtips #pinkflashesofdelight #southoffrance #ethicalbaby #sustainablychic #pursuepretty
  • Found a pink villa perched high above the French Riviera. Please have my mail forwarded - I’m not coming home. 💕 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #southernfrance #travel_captures #sustainabletravel #seetheworld #summer2019 #frenchriviera #summerstyle #sustainablychic #sustainablefashion #villarothschild #ethicalootd #ethicalclothing #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #pinkflashesofdelight
  • Almost every morning Atlas and I go for a walk around Nice so Paul can get some work done. I soak in the beauty of this city while he takes a nap in the carrier. I often go without a phone which I’ve come to prefer. It allows for time of reflection and being present. As I walk, I see many tourists with their phones and cameras out taking photo after photo that they may or may not ever look at again. This is not a criticism - I too do the same thing. It’s made me reflect on why we (I) feel the need to capture and share so much information. Sometimes life needs just to be experienced.

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