Of all of the seasons, Spring is the toughest to dress for in the classroom here in New York. It’s cold in the morning, warm in the afternoon. The classroom temperature can change on a dime. So this means layers and Spring hues while still…
Work wear
This school year I have been finding joy wherever I can- and sometimes- it’s shopping for some new finds to add to the wardrobe rotation. Luckily I found a bunch of easy-to-wear pieces you can wear to work or for the weekend… all under $30!…
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is always an event and I tend to stock up on basics that I can wear to work or on the weekend. This year, there are a few closet staples that I think will do you quite well for years- and…
Here in New York we don’t go back to school until after Labor Day. While June can be pretty hot, for the most part, September is usually bearable. There is nothing like teaching in 90 degree heat with the humidity hitting 90% and air conditioning…
There is nothing worse than waking up late, feeling tired when you do, and then fumbling around trying to find something to wear. Like you, I have had many days where I have changed two or three times before walking out the door for school.…
We all have our vices. Coffee. Expensive bags. Facials. Over the last few years I’ve found one of my own: Golden Goose sneakers. I realize this isn’t exactly in the self-care category (maybe it is?) but since getting a pair of these they have become,…
There have been so many changes to all of our worlds the last few weeks. It’s hard to imagine a new normal, but inspiring to see how we evolve, change and adapt. Being an elementary school teacher has always had challenges, but it is safe…
Truth be told I don’t support the adage that wearing white only happens in Spring in summer. White is just another neutral that I wear year-round- but there is definitely something special to wearing it as the temperatures start to warm up. I love white…
There is nothing I love more than versatility. Since I started teaching I have really paired down my wardrobe and made sure that when I buy things, they can be worn pretty much anywhere. This post was created in collaboration with Nordstrom, all opinions are…
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again- if I could wear jeans and tee shirt every day to work I would. Luckily for me I’ve found it’s gotten easier over the years. The jeans have gotten fancy and the tees come in patterns…