Because of Paris Fashion Week and the change in season (Yay FALL!!!) this week my inbox was flooded with tons of fashion articles. I included a few. Admittedly, I don’t follow trends. I wear whatever I feel comfortable, confident and classy in. Sooooo, whatever makes me feel like myself. Here’s what I’ve been reflecting on this week. As Haruki Murakam once said, “If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.” I believe this is applicable to everything we read.
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I own several of the styles listed. 15 Stylish Coats I Love for Fall and Winter 2022, Wit & Delight
The classic staples on this list I agree with but the more trendy items, no. Thoughts? 14 Fall Trends We’re Ready to Wear… Like, Now, Byrdie
Want to make sure you have options. 23 Wardrobe Staples Our Editors Are Wearing This Fall, Camille Styles
Doable. But is it too basic? It’s Here: The Everygirl’s Fall 2022 Capsule Wardrobe, The Everygirl
Which made me go back to this. The 9 Fashion Trends That Are Dominating Fall 2022, The Everygirl
Oh, yes they are. 7 Sisters Who Are Shaping the Conversation About Black Women’s Bodies, Sisters From AARP
Absolutely! Always! Do You Tell Your Friends ‘I Love You’?, Cup of Jo
Vogue’s November cover star! Michaela Coel on the Persistent Problem of Subconscious Prejudice, Vogue
LISTEN
As per ush, catching up on Jill Scott Presents: J.ill the Podcast
Writing
This made me pause and think. 21. Brute Force, A Writer’s Notebook
What I Do: I don’t have access or a subscription to various newspapers or magazines i.e. the New York Times. So, I checked with my local library. I’ve learned I have access to the New York Times free with my library card. Always check with your local library to see what offerings are available to you.