Despite the fact that I have a massive shoe collection, ashamedly, none of them really fit me right. For context, I'm anywhere from a size US 10.5 to a US 12. Add having wider feet than most on top of that, and it's a recipe for disaster when it comes to well-fitting footwear. Over the years, I've spent more money than I can fathom on shoes that pinch my toes, give me blisters, or end up being downright uncomfortable. So when a friend asked me for wide-width shoe recommendations the other da...

Each one tells a story.I don't wear perfume every day. I realize that might sound strange coming from a beauty editor, but it's true. In fact, there's only one fragrance that I wear often enough to call my "signature scent." All others I save for special occasions because I like the idea of a scent becoming intermingled with a memory. For example, I recently wore Nette's Rose Parade ($30) to my brother's wedding. Going forward, I know it will always remind me of that day.  Still, I love colle...

We've entered that time of year. No, we're not talking about the holidays. We're referring to the start of engagement season. Statistically speaking, we see the largest number of proposals between November and February. And for those who are planning a proposal (or awaiting one), it can be overwhelming. Perhaps the most trying aspect of all is finding the engagement ring. First of all, you have to address a learning curve when it comes to shopping for diamond rings, from understanding t...

I look at fashion all day every day (it's part of my job!), but despite being tempted by a whole host of chic clothing 24/7, I am generally not an impulsive shopper. In fact, I like to take time to think about what I’m purchasing before I hit the buy button. I guess you could say I'm pretty picky when it comes to the style, fit, silhouette, and quality of the clothes I buy.Being a picky fashion editor can be especially challenging when I'm on a budget. That's why I like to shop with somewhat ...