Ukiyo-e inspired Silk Sneakers

The Nova set is the thing I change into the second I get home—and somehow I still feel okay wearing it out for coffee. The fabric’s soft without that sweaty fleece feel, and the fit is relaxed but not sloppy. I’ve mixed the top with jeans and the pants with a tank for errands, then worn the full set for a Sunday drive. Washes well, no shrinking or weird pilling so far. It’s the outfit that makes me look like I tried when I definitely didn’t.

I’ve worn the Mabel Heels to three things now—a work event, a friend’s wedding, and a dinner out—and they’ve officially replaced my “backup flats.” I’m not a high‑heel person, but these feel steady and I don’t wobble getting out of an Uber. They’ve already survived a spilled drink and a rainy sidewalk without looking beat up. I keep reaching for them because they go with everything and I don’t have to think about it. Would buy the same pair again if anything happened to them.

This dress just hits right. The fabric has a nice weight so it hangs clean and doesn’t cling, and the shape makes me look put together without trying. I threw it on for a Friday dinner and got a couple of “where’d you get that?” compliments. It came out of the package with a few creases but a quick steam fixed it. Works with sandals or sneakers, and it’s comfy enough to wear all day. Feels like something I’ll keep reaching for.

Wore the Isla to brunch and ended up keeping it on the rest of the day. The neckline is flattering, the sleeves give it a little something, and the skirt has that swishy feel when you walk. The print looks sharp in person—got a “where’d you buy that dress?” at the coffee line. It’s light and comfy but not see‑through, and it works with sandals or heels. Just an easy, pretty dress I don’t have to think about.

I didn’t buy these to baby them—I needed a pair I could put miles on. First test was a street fair, two subway rides, and chasing my kid at the park. No hot spots, no “why did I wear sandals” regret. The footbed has a springy feel and the arch hits in the right place, so I’m not shifting around to get comfy. The elastic makes them easy to slip on but they don’t flop, and the little sparkle reads more “polished” than “blingy.” They’ve replaced my sneakers for quick runs to the bodega and evening walks. If they vanished, I’d re‑order the same day.

I didn’t realize how often I’d reach for this until laundry day. The print is soft and pretty without feeling cutesy, and the little notch at the collar gives it shape so it doesn’t read like a plain top. It’s light enough for a warm commute, then I throw a cardigan over it in the office and it still sits flat. Coffee drip on Monday—spot cleaned and it was fine. Looks good half‑tucked with jeans or fully tucked for meetings. It’s become the one I hang back up instead of tossing in the chair because I know I’ll wear it again this week.