The Best Outfits to Wear on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a big celebration. It doesn’t have to be this amazing day where you spend time with your other half. You don’t have to have a husband, significant other, or boyfriend to celebrate Valentine’s Day. And even if you have any of the above, you don’t necessarily need to go out to a fancy dinner or have grand plans. You can spend the day with your girlfriends, your cat, or even by yourself.
How to Set an Intention
For some people, their permanent jewelry may be a reminder to exercise every day, eat more veggies, practice mindfulness, or even just take five minutes to breathe every now and then. Whatever the case may be, the powerful thing about setting an intention with your bracelet is that you’re making an agreement with yourself.
New Year, New Trends
I’ve always been good about creating a timeless look that lasts through the years, and I’ve always done decent with my Instagram. But with TikTok and Reels, there’s always something new to learn, and it seems like trends spread even faster through the fashion community. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good trend—super glad I got to bring out my hair clips and bell bottoms again—but trends typically outcome accompany fast fashion.
Year of the Mushroom
Netflix’s “Fantastic Fungi;” the New York Times labels mushrooms as a potential ingredient of the year; micro-dosing gains popularity, and mushroom motifs are appearing everywhere on runways. Over the last year, we’ve seen a lot of mushrooms, and it seems like they’re having a major moment in science and in fashion.
Reflections from 2022
And just like that, the 2022 season comes to an end…I can't help but reflect on what a turbulent ride 2022 was. It was a year filled with extreme highs and extreme lows, but we did it. We made it through the year, through ups and downs, and now we’re ready for a new year.
The Best Christmas DIY: Christmas Smudges
They say Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and it may be cliche. But I think so too. This is one of my favorite holidays, and I love to celebrate with fun, eco-friendly DIY projects. So this year, to celebrate Christmas and spread some eco-friendly joy we’ve decided to make some DIY Christmas smudges.
Get Meadow Connected!
I’m sure you’ve heard of forever jewelry or “get zapped” from friends by now, or maybe you’ve seen it on TikTok. If not, the idea is that it’s permanent jewelry. Your bracelet is literally welded on your wrist. There’s no way to take it off without breaking the bracelet. After doing some thinking, I’ve decided to have my own version of “forever jewelry” or “zapped” at the shop in Miami, Meadow Connected.
Thankful for you.
There is no better time to give thanks and reflect on all the things you are grateful for than Thanksgiving week, and lately, I’ve been doing some thinking. You are the reason Meadow Collective exists, and I’m so grateful for each and every one of you. Without you there is no us… and because of you, we are headed into our 5th holiday season.
The Best Thanksgiving Outfits
Thanksgiving is only a couple days away, and we’re so excited. So, to celebrate the upcoming holiday at the shop, we’ve pulled together a few of our favorite Thanksgiving outfits that are sure to look good in the family pics.
5 Best Christmas Gifts
The holidays are coming up, and we’re super excited over at the shop! This is easily one of my favorite times of the year. But sometimes I forget how quickly the season comes up! So, to help streamline your Christmas shopping, we’ve selected some cute, easy gifts for all the gals in your life.
How to Enjoy the Little Things in Life: Our Favorite Candles
When life gets too much, I try to focus on the little things that bring me joy: a walk in the park, eating one of my favorite meals, rollerskating, unwrapping new shipments to the shop, the smell of a nice candle. It’s these little things that keep me going amidst all the chaos. And I know it sounds ridiculous, but those are really the things that keep me sane…especially with the holiday season coming up.
The Best DIY Last-Minute Halloween Costumes and Decorations
Is it just me or has October flown by? I can’t believe Halloween is right around the corner. Between the shop, family, and everything else, I feel like I haven’t had much time to enjoy Halloween. So in a last-minute effort to share some Halloween fun and DIY last-minute Halloween costume ideas, me and the girls made some fun, easy Halloween decor and costumes with some stuff from the shop!
How to Support Slow Fashion: Meadow Collective’s Roots
Long before I opened up the doors of my little shop in Miami, I had a shop in Costa Rica. My shop now is very different from the one I had in Costa Rica. Both had the same values of sustainability, slow fashion, and of course, super cute boho looks. But with my first shop, I actually made most of the stuff I own.
Shower Affirmations: How to Start Your Week Off Right
Sometimes during the day, I feel like my shower is the only time I have to myself away from the stresses of everyday life, and lately, I’ve been using these cards to remind myself to slow down and take a minute. It may not seem like a lot, but it’s a little self-care ritual I’ve come to love.
The Best Brunch and Happy Hour Outfits
I love the idea of brunch and happy hour with some good girlfriends. It’s a time to kick back, relax, and do something for yourself. And more than that, I love being able to put together an outfit that makes me feel good about myself, an outfit that makes me feel a little special. So, that’s why I’ve put together some of my favorite brunch and happy hour looks.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Hammies
You may have already seen a pair of Hammies shorts while scrolling through the depths of Instagram or Tiktok due to their popularity with rollerskaters. But if you haven’t, then allow me to explain why they’re one of my favorite brands. Born in Southern California, Hammies shorts exemplify the laidback Californian beach culture of the 70s and 80s.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Nine Lives Bazaar
I’m excited to announce a new brand that we’ll be carrying! Nine Lives Bazaar is an Australian brand that makes amazing, vintage-inspired pieces with the environment in mind. And besides the fun 70s style prints and retro designs, Nine Lives Bazaar makes each of its pieces with the idea that they’ll be able to last generation after generation.
What It Feels Like To Be a Small Business Owner
What It feels like to be a small business owner…Brainstorming with my little team my girl thought it was a good idea for me to write a blog post about what it feels like to be a small business owner. I thought… yes what a great idea. I thought about it. I was thinking about all these great empowering feelings.
Why Is Cotton Better Than Polyester?
For this blog, I want to explain the importance of choosing natural fibers and why they are better for you, the environment, and your closet. Let’s take cotton and polyester. Since the 70s, polyester has come a long way. It’s virtually used in every clothing industry from athletic wear to breezy sundresses.
Our Sustainable Brands Featuring Cape Porpoise Trading Co.
You can still look chic and stylish while dressing in clothes that are good for the environment and last a long time. And you can still wash your clothes, clean your dishes, brush your teeth, and decorate your home while using products that are better for our Earth. For this post, I’d like to bring up a new sustainable brand that I just started carrying in the shop: Cape Porpoise Trading Co.