At the Market: Gemstones, Yellow Boxers, and Kids Swim
They share something in common...
Welcome to At the Market, your place to browse what’s in season in the Land of Oaks and Roses.
These items feel like a random mix but they share something in common…they all feel joyful! Warm. Light. There’s a playfulness to style right now, and I think that’s because we all need it. I finished this one on my kids Spring Break so if you see typos you know why!
I love seeing gemstones everywhere. Their spiritual meaning and connection to the earth are a big yes for me. I also love that you can have the real thing without spending thousands of dollars (semi-precious just means there are more of them out there compared to other stones.)
I saw these stunning gemstones on two people, two different times, and stopped to ask where they were from. Once I learned they were from the same designer, I tracked her down to include in this story! If she were on ShopMy (the platform most of the influencers you follow use), I think you would see these everywhere. They are so special in person. The way Alyson color mixes is so so beautiful. She also turned out to be a mom in my town! Agate is associated with strength, stability, and protection, promoting emotional healing and balance while fostering a sense of security. Code Olivia15 for 15% off sitewide.
Another really pretty one. I love how rondelle cut stones give a surfer vibe. Aquamarine is tied to peace, courage, and healing.
I love this color. Carnelian is tied to boosting self-esteem and personal power.
Note on length: 16" will sit like a crewneck tee or even a bit shorter depending on your neck size. 17" or 18" will have a slightly more relaxed hang but still work well as your shortest layer with longer pieces.
I had this pair of Theory silk shorts in my 20s that I wore in endless ways: out with a going out top (RIP), to dinner with a sweater, to work with a blazer… They were so easy to style, and I always felt dressed in them. They had an elastic waistband like these boxer shorts so I have high hopes that these will become my late 30s version of the ones I loved before.
I want these for date night.
Honorable mention: these brown stripes that don’t come in yellow but are really good too!
Anyone else ramping up swim lessons this month?
I love Boden this year for girls swim. This is what my daughter chose. I also love this and this, which are priced the same as Primary now! I also had her pick a two-piece because they’re easier for bathroom trips.
Finally, a brand doing boys as well as girls. I love these cool little fish!
These are the easiest way to get kids from water to house! This zipper version is great too.
See you next week!
With much love,
Olivia
One Last Thing
A little something extra for paid subscribers. PR people can tell me if there’s a reason why but it feels like every bra brand did gifting this month. I tried on a lot of bras, and learned from it! These are my two winners.