SHE BUILT IT ANYWAY—Character 2 of 4: The Joanna

SHE BUILT IT ANYWAY—Character 2 of 4: The Joanna

The Quietly Successful One Who Can’t Explain Why It Works A Story About 'The Joanna' I saw her name in a local publication, and everything I thought I knew about her shifted. ───────────────────────────── I met...
Spring Fashion Preview: What to Expect

Spring Fashion Preview: What to Expect

WAIT! It’s February... Yes yes, I’m just keeping you in the loop, friend. It’s kinda my job. 😅 (Remember: warm weather getaways and Spring break planning is happening now).  Pairing Quinnessentials down to a capsule...
SHE BUILT IT ANYWAY—Character 1 of 4: The Dana

SHE BUILT IT ANYWAY—Character 1 of 4: The Dana

The Almost-Ready Launcher A Story About 'The Dana' She had unmanicured nails and unmistakable proof. She just couldn't see it yet. ───────────────────────────── This is the first in a series I'm calling She Built It Anyway....
This Year, I'm Subtracting

This Year, I'm Subtracting

A guide to navigating fashion, beauty, and your sanity—without buying another thing. I keep hearing two messages everywhere I look. The first one sounds like this: "I made millions and you need to buy my...
Your Visual Brain is a Superpower... Here’s How to Actually Use It

Your Visual Brain is a Superpower... Here’s How to Actually Use It

I was probably six years old when I fell in love with visuals. Not in some artistic, paint-on-canvas kind of way. I’m talking about sprawling across my bedroom floor, completely consumed by those massive bridal...
A Friend-to-Friend Life Update

A Friend-to-Friend Life Update

I’m going to be honest with you, my friends... I’m staring down the last few miles of a triathlon that I didn’t fully realize I’d signed up for. December is always like this for me. Not...
New Year, New Goals: What If Your Next Chapter Started Right Now?

New Year, New Goals: What If Your Next Chapter Started Right Now?

Questions That Will Change How You Think About Moving Forward There’s a phrase that makes some people lean in and others immediately scroll past. Goal setting. Depending on where you are in life, those two...
Fall Into Winter: What’s In, What’s Out

Fall Into Winter: What’s In, What’s Out

As we roll into October, take stock of this season’s fashion and beauty trends. Fall-winter fashion brings texture, layering, and a few unexpected surprises. Here’s what’s catching my eye now!  Fashion Trends to Watch Two...
Holiday Style Trends, Made Easy

Holiday Style Trends, Made Easy

The holidays are the perfect time to lean into texture, luxury, and a little bit of sparkle. From Diane Keaton-inspired layers to modern, sleek makeup looks, this season’s style is at QE. Here are our...