I shoot most of the outfit detail photos for Glassespeaks on my phone, often at the kitchen table or propped up against a stack of books — no tripod, no studio lights, just whatever I have to hand. Over time I’ve learned little tricks that make a big difference: sharper images, more flattering angles, and photos that feel intentional rather than thrown-together. If you want crisp,...
I used to feel guilty about mornings. Between getting dressed, packing lunches, and answering an already-buzzing email...
I used to arrive from long-haul flights looking like I’d been dunked in a puddle of jet lag: puffy face, swollen...
I’m unusually picky about shoes. They’re the pieces I reach for every day, the ones that carry me through errands,...
Choosing a sunscreen that actually sits happily under makeup is one of my tiny but persistent beauty quests. I’ve...
Denim is one of those wardrobe staples that feels personal — it’s the fabric you wear on coffee runs, holiday...
I always treat a red-eye like a mini ritual rather than an endurance test. After years of late-night flights for work...
I used to find online secondhand shopping exhausting: scrolling through endless pages, losing track of what I actually wanted, and accidentally falling in love with things that didn’t fit my life. Over time I developed a few habits and search tricks that keep the hunt fun, focused and — dare I...
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I keep a ten-minute facial massage in my weekly repertoire because it feels like a tiny ritual that actually makes a difference. Some mornings I do it to wake up, other times I do it at night to help my skin settle after a long day. It’s simple, portable (you can do it in the bath, at your desk,...
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Some mornings I have five minutes and a face full of congestion that feels like a mystery I need to solve before I start my day. Other mornings I have more time and the same skin still looks a bit dull and clogged. Over the years I’ve learned a short, consistent morning routine can make a huge...
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I’ve been thinking a lot about self-care lately — the kind that slips easily into real life rather than feeling like a luxury you need a weekend for. This little challenge is something I designed for myself when days felt full but not very nourishing: ten small evening rituals to do each night...
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I love the idea of a wardrobe that feels calm, useful and a little bit inspired — not overflowing with options, but full of pieces that actually make getting dressed enjoyable. Every few months I do what I call a gentle closet purge: a slow, intentional sift through my clothes to decide what to...
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I’ve been oil-curious for years — the kind of person who’ll try a drop of marula, a squeeze of squalane, or a splash of rosehip if it promises brighter skin or fewer late-night breakouts. A few months back I made a conscious switch to Centifolia Rose Hip Oil, and after six weeks of using it...
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I collect scarves the way some people collect postcards — small pieces of pattern and story that are easy to tuck into a drawer and impossible to forget. Over the years I've learned that a vintage scarf can lift a plain outfit, feel like a secret, and act as the kind of sustainable style shortcut...
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