

A Night Above It All: My Stay at the Four Seasons Philadelphia
I’ve stayed at the Four Seasons Philadelphia twice now—once for my birthday and again on New Year’s Eve—and both experiences were nothing short of incredible. Somehow, even a single night here feels like you’ve been away for a full week. It’s the kind of escape that completely resets you. Set high above the busy streets of Philadelphia, the hotel feels worlds away from the city below. Philly wouldn’t normally be my go-to for a getaway, but the moment you arrive, everything c
Dawn Del Russo
13 minutes ago2 min read


Tania Yan on Building Olive & Piper, Statement Jewelry, and Being the Occasion
There’s something so refreshing about hearing a founder’s story that doesn’t follow a perfectly polished path. Dawn chatted with Tania Yan , founder of beloved jewelry brand Olive & Piper , for a candid conversation about curiosity, courage, and creating sparkle—both in business and in life. Founded in 2012, Olive & Piper began as a passion project while Tania was working a marketing job—far from the career she once imagined after earning a degree in cell biology and genetic
Dawn Del Russo
6 days ago2 min read


The Glam Update : Retail Drama, Realness & What We’re Wearing Next
If it feels like fashion and retail are quietly (and sometimes loudly) reinventing themselves—you’re not imagining it. This week, we have the biggest shifts we’re seeing, from department stores under pressure to the aesthetics shaping how we shop, dress, and experience brands. Saks Files for Bankruptcy Protection — Now What? First things first: bankruptcy protection doesn’t mean Saks is disappearing. Think of it as a strategic reset rather than an ending. This move allows the
Dawn Del Russo
Jan 192 min read


Cara Cara: The Kind of Brand You Instantly Want in Your Closet
You know that feeling when you put something on and immediately know you need It In your closet? That’s Cara Cara. A pretty, print fashion brand founded in 2019 by three women — Julia Brown, Katie Hobbs, and Sasha Martin —Cara Cara was born from a shared desire to create something beautiful, intentional, and joy-filled. Each founder came into the brand with her own powerhouse background: Julia in fashion design, Katie in digital media and ecommerce, and Sasha in finance and m
Dawn Del Russo
Jan 181 min read


Style A Brown Suede Jacket For A Night Out
It is freezing outside, but we still want to look good for a night out. A perfect time to reach for a warm and stylish brown suede midi-length coat . Pair it over a long sleeve icy blue mini dress prefreably something knit. A great pair of matching suede heels and a brown suede bag completes the look just right. I love a piece you can keep on you; you don't have to feel like you need to remove it to "show" the outfit. It is the outfit . Styled By Dawn
Dawn Del Russo
Jan 171 min read







