Kate Marin

If eating healthier is on your list of priorities for the new year, cooking more meals at home is the inevitable first step. It takes a bit more thought and planning than eating out, but it's the easiest way to guarantee you're getting the foods you…

Nowadays, it's nearly impossible to go through life without encountering at least one smart device: an iPhone, a voice-enabled system in your car, or even the app-controlled camera that lets you check in on your pet throughout the workday. These…

Black boots are truly the most versatile wardrobe staple. A great pair can effortlessly toughen up a breezy dress in the summer and will keep you warm through rain and snow all winter long. There really are few things better than a pair of shoes we…

December is the ultimate month for travel, and it's likely you've got a trip or two coming up on your calendar. Whether you're taking the train or hopping on a cross-country flight, having the right travel gear can make the journey so much more…

Social media is no doubt a source and catalyst for fashion trends and emerging brands. It's where I found out about Eloquii — a runway-inspired clothing brand for women size 14-28. Their styles tap into the latest trends with a fit-first approach,…

No matter how much you love the Thanksgiving Day spread, what's even better than the feast is the holiday dedicated to shopping that follows: Black Friday. It's the perfect day to stock up on gifts or treat yourself to something new at a…

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and although an extended amount of family time isn't something you can always mentally prepare for, Black Friday, on the other hand, is. This year, we're getting ahead of the shopping chaos by seeking out…

Every friend group has its designated foodie — the person who knows all about the best new restaurants, welcomes you into their apartment with a slice of homemade banana bread, brings the most decadent meals to work everyday, or (better yet) a…

I'll admit I'm not huge on makeup. I like to keep my daily routine as low-maintenance as humanly possible, so it's important to me that the products I actually use deliver maximum results. Call it minimal or call it lazy — the truth is, I'd rather…

Just like our closets or shoe collections, every so often it's necessary (and sometimes it's just fun) to retire old furniture and welcome in something a little more exciting. Whether it's a couch you've had since college or a rug that's seen better…

If you find yourself in the same situation year after year — giftless and stressed come December 1st — let this be a reminder that the holidays are on their way. The sooner you start shopping (or at least thinking about what you want to buy everyone…

No matter how much you love going out — whether it be weekend afternoons spent in the park or late Friday nights with friends — winter forces even the most steadfast of extroverts to pump the breaks on social obligations. For everyone else, winter…

As more and more clothing brands are starting to adopt sustainable practices — incorporating recycled fabrics, repurposing used water bottles for thread, and cutting back on leathers and furs — environmentally- and animal-friendly alternatives are…

If you've made the transition to clean beauty (or if you're in the process of doing so), you likely know by now that finding non-toxic versions of your favorite skincare products isn't always easy or affordable. Since many clean beauty products are…

Earlier this year, in the wake of new (and truly frightening) environmental reports, I took a good long look at the my habits as a consumer. From the foods I ate to the beauty products I bought on repeat, one of the main issues I realized about my…