When it's your job to shop for, test out, and review fashion pieces, new items are always hitting your doorstep. Dozens of new pieces come across our desks in the span of a month, so you can imagine that collectively, our entire fashion team has tried hundreds of pieces this year alone. Since it can be downright intimidating to peruse what's out there in the hopes of making a little wardrobe update, we figured we'd do the hard work for you and dish on our fashion obsessions of the past ye...

Instantly recognized by insiders everywhere.Polène bags are stand-alone sculptural masterpieces, but once on the arm of the wearer, they become instantly reflective of taste and character. Started by three siblings, the French fashion house sources its leather from Spain and Italy, and production takes place in the Spanish town of Ubrique. Such inimitable, sleek shapes at an under-$500 price point are rare, so it's no surprise fashion savants quickly recognized the brand as a street style ...

I'll admit it—shopping online for beauty products can be somewhat of a daunting task. Finding all of your favorite items in one place is one thing. Ensuring that they get delivered on time to replenish your routine is another. Few retailers can check both boxes and boast a well-curated selection of high-low products.In my humble opinion, Nordstrom is one of the best. With a massive spectrum of beauty products to choose from, there's something for every budget, preference, and concern—whet...

My friend told me she has a $150 gift card to Nordstrom, but she hasn't spent it because she doesn't know what to get. She's an intentional shopper, meaning she likes to plan out her purchases and typically buys high-quality pieces she knows she can get a lot of good wear out of. She's also partial to the quiet luxury aesthetic, generally preferring pieces that are well-made and understated in design. While $150 is a considerable amount of money, given the fact that a pair of designer jeans ty...