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...

I'm an unapologetic lover of HGTV. (Yes, you may DM me if you have suggestions.) In one episode I watched recently, the husband-and-wife duo were discussing landscaping for a craftsman-style house they were renovating in the South, flower boxes in particular. It turns out there are three key types of plants to know about when it comes to flower boxes: thrillers, fillers, and spillers. Thrillers are the hero flowers of the season that are the main event, fillers are the low-key shrubs that fill i...