It’s officially here. Yes, I’m referring to the first drop of J.Crew’s fall collection. As expected, it’s good—like really good. I honestly can’t get over the chicness after scrolling through the pages of new merchandise. I mean, just look at the skirt above featured on J.Crew’s creative director, Olympia Gayot. Wow.
Virgo is a sign that likes effective time management and getting shit done. “During this new moon, you may feel a stronger urge to get organised, whether it’s in your personal life, work, or home environment,” says Hillary Coke, astrologer and tarot expert at Nebula Platform. “It’s an excellent time for decluttering and streamlining your routines.” Be realistic, though — Rome wasn’t built in a day, and your new-and-improved routine won’t be as foolproof as you want it to be during the glow of a new moon.
Jodie Turner-Smith is a gift to us all — just check out her latest look for all the proof you need. On Sept. 14, the model and actor strolled up to Vogue World in London wearing a black thong bodysuit adorned with an enormous satin bow that couldn’t be missed. The giant adornment extended from her right shoulder down to encircle her left elbow and incorporated a large side cutout. The leg-baring number hails from Viktor & Rolf’s fall 2023 haute couture collection, which debuted on the runway in Paris two months ago.
If you know me, you’re probably aware of my keen interest in trends that many would consider controversial. There’s the hot pants, of course, and underwear worn with just tights (no pants). I wear more low-rise jeans than high-rise ones these days and were fond of wedges before they came back. Though I often describe my style as classic and minimal, my obsession with out-there pieces and styling techniques would beg to differ. So, it should come as no surprise that a particular item caught my eye at Tory Burch’s spring/summer 2024 runway show earlier this week—an item that, for those who dressed themselves in the early to mid aughts, might bring with it some minor backlash.
If you feel this cannot be resolved, ask yourself if this relationship has served its purpose. We can’t make ourselves small for the sake of staying in a relationship. This is different from compromise or becoming more flexible: Denying a deep core part of yourself for the comfort of your partner is painful, and these talks with yourself and your partner are vital for both your health, wellbeing, and self worth. Perhaps the relationship will thrive as you find your new path forward, or perhaps you both will arrive at a new honest place that comes with some truthful conversations. Either way, the part of you that you lost, I hope you find it, celebrate it, love it, and feel connected to the community that will welcome you back with open arms.
