5-3-2026 MY INSPO: contraseason

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 last week i read a harper's bazaar from november 2023 and was interested in whether i can translate mid-fall trend into spring terms. check it out!

the bazaar

flight school
market memo: cropped aviator jackets

why don't you... 
top it all with a pair of wire-rimmed sunglasses

swing time
market memo: circle skirts

why don't you...
give it a whirl in a pair of slingback kitten heels


sweet spot
the vault: statement earrings
maximalist drop earrings with rich candy-colored gems are the perennial pop stars of any jewelry collection.

shopping list
fall statement pieces - spring edition?
the colorful parka
the abstract patterned dress
the novelty belt buckle
the embellished combat boot
the chunky chain bracelet
the beaded shoulder bag
the mixed-stoned earrings

why don't you...

the month of may in culture and style

1. discover what 'emily' has to say. with the devil wears prada 2, i recommend checking out plum sykes' writings - her substack ps by plum sykes, or her chick lit, bergdorf blondes and the debutante divorcee.

2. experience the rebel's rage. kid cudi is coming to blossom on may 15, with m.i.a. as one of the openers. 

3. cozy up on the chloe tomato couch. this new piece of furniture has been on each girls' substack moodboard. if you're looking for a spring redecoration moment for your living room, some veg-themed items will get you cooking.

4. witness immersive art at the wildwood cultural center on may 16. experience art firsthand by viewing an asian indian dance performance and artist demonstrations, interacting with local artists, and more.

5. put some pep in your step by joining the cleveland girls who walk park walks. check out their instagram for the may calendar!

6. see the michael movie, starring jaafar jackson.
7. get your honey-colored alligator stilettos, according to the it girls, they add length to your legs.

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