After a week of looting and pillaging by cardholders, influencers, and frequent shoppers, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is finally open to the public. Here are the best pieces chosen from the remaining selection.

Sometimes you just need an outfit that works as is. No hunting the closet for pieces that match. No wondering if the proportions of this skirt are right with that top. Here is an outfit that is great for a girls’ night out, a conference dinner, or a casual date.

We had a wet spring, followed by a mild May and June. So I was not at all prepared for the triple digit heat that hit the Pacific Northwest like a freight train this week. Instead, I just feel lucky that we had any nice weather at all. But existing when it’s this hot is […]

Buckle up, ladies. It’s that time of year — the Anniversary Sale is here. Soon your inbox and your social feeds will be awash with influencer posts about Nordstrom’s once-a-year sale extravaganza. But, you know my rule: one post today, one post when the sale opens to the public.

How many shoes does a woman really need? All of them. But how many does she need to get by? According to TikTok, just five pairs.

Don’t think you can wear black in the summertime? You can if you choose a black print. This pretty, affordable dress is sure to be a wardrobe staple as we push through the summer months.

This weekend was a whirlwind. I spent most of it riding in a car keeping my 23-month-old Passenger Princess equipped with sticker books and snacks. But I did see a few things worth sharing. Here are the goods. Have you watched The Bear?  I haven’t started the new season, but after three years working in […]

The holiday week was so much fun. My nephews (3 and 5) love spending time with “Baby Cousin Sloane.” They ran in the sprinklers, ate watermelon, went exploring, and watched fireworks. The dogs also got to roam free in Montana, so everyone had good time. But I’m a little worn out, so let’s do something […]

Due to the short week, I thought I would answer a few more reader questions. I hope everyone has a safe and fun Independence Day holiday.