Ask the Editor: Vol. III, No. Twelve

This week, on Ask the Editor, we’re tackling the tough questions.  Okay, not really.  Let’s talk about fashion and beauty and home and stuff.  (Yep, stuff.)

Hello!

Do you have a recommendation for a chic desk lamp? Or perhaps somewhere to look for one?

Thank you! BN

Wayfair always has a lot of choices for home decor.  This all white desk lamp has a modern look.  This brass one also caught my eye. Target has this unique globe lamp (so cool) and this wooden base mini lamp.  And don’t forget about Etsy, this origami table lamp and this very unique Heng Balance Lamp.

Abra,

I can’t find a decent no-show sock.  The three brands I’ve tried are all cheap and wear out quickly.  Can you help me find a sock to keep my feet dry that don’t fray to get holes after two wears?

Good luck on the bar! Ellen

I buy these Wernies no-show socks to wear with moccasins.  They don’t wear out quickly, but they’re not as sturdy as I would like.  But I’m told by another blogger who I trust that these thicker, cushion socks hold up better.

Hi Abra,

Longtime reader here! You completely saved me from freezing on the metro and looking like an Ann Taylor mannequin when I moved from San Diego to DC for work.I’m hoping you can work your magic for an upcoming work trip I have.

I have to go to Hawaii and the end of May and I need to look professional but weather and locale appropriate. My job allowed me to move back to SD and work remotely so the only work clothes I have are still ones from DC which will not work. I will be there for a week and I’m trying to look “business casual,” but still polished. Any advice is greatly appreciated (petites greatly appreciated)!

Thank you, Kirina

I have never been to Hawai’i, but I understand it’s hot and humid most of the time.  Thus, I would skip pants and go for dresses made with natural materials.

Boden has both misses and petites sizes.  This floral maxi is a great choice.  This cut-work shirt dress comes in two colors.  This lemon print dress is also fab.

Banana is another great place to shop for petites.  This poplin shirt dress is sleek and business casual.

Not petite?  Faherty Brand has this white cotton voile maxi dress and this floral print cotton dress are both gorgeous.

Hi Abra,

Can you help me find a face wipe that works for sensitive skin?  Burt’s Bees and all of the micellar water wipes did not work for me.  I tried the Makeup Eraser but I don’t do laundry enough to make it workable.

Stella

For me, the only makeup removing wipe I use is the Honey Pot wipe for sensitive skin (also at Target).  Honey Pot is a Black-owned brand that makes really fantastic feminine care products.

If you liked the Makeup Wipes, or if readers are looking for a waste-free makeup removal solution, try the 7-piece set.  No need to worry that you’re not washing it enough when you have a new one every day.

Hello, 

Sephora discontinued my favorite eyeliner.  Do you have a suggestion for a liquid liner that is easy to apply and really black?  

DK

My favorite splurge-priced liner is this Charlotte Tilbury Feline Flick Liner (also in dark brown).  For a drugstore product, this Wet-n-Wild liner is a great option.

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