Retail Diary: This Will Be Quick 12.12.23
Everything I'm tuned into this week....from "why clothes suck" to luxury card games and 90210 prom vibes for NYE.
Short format newsletter - what is worth noting RIGHT THIS MINUTE! Recommendations and things that I text my closest friends.
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What I’m listening to….. 🎧
So excited that
has a new podcast, Culture Study Podcast. (I was a big fan of Work Appropriate.) The first episode of Culture Study Podcast was a great look at “Why Do Clothes Suck Now” with The Atlantic journalist Amanda Mull. Mull, who fittingly wrote the article everyone was talking about and reading recently, “Your Sweaters are Garbage.”What I’m reading….. 📚
What had me in stitches 😂 Legit sent to everyone I know - so you might be seeing for the second time now. McSweeney’s “Your 2023 WebMD Wrapped”
What I’m watching….. 📺
Pantone Color of 2024 - Peach Fuzz. Recently, I dove into the fascinating world of Pantone, and let me tell you, it's more than just picking the color of the year. I stumbled upon a gem from the Wall Street Journal – a quick, less-than-10-minute exploration into Pantone's rich history and business. It's incredible to learn how this iconic company has turned “color” into both the authority and a business. Definitely a must-watch for anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes magic at Pantone!
Shopping Note….. 🛍️
The NYTimes published an article about both the art and science behind the Gift Guide curation. Wrapping up the end of Holiday Gift Guide season with some interesting fashion finds:
For the most stylish bébé you know or a fashionista gamer. Pucci Memory Card Game.
Just in time for New Year’s Resolutions, Ikea launches a home workout collection that feels very Bala-esque.
Looking for a NYE outfit? All I think of with this mini dress is 90210 prom.
What’s Next?
How many puns did I fit into this newsletter?1
This Thursday marks the final Retail Diary deep dive of 2023! 📬 Expect a jam-packed update in your mailbox or Substack feed—think collabs, hot launches, 2023 trends, and juicy predictions for 2024. Big plans are brewing for Retail Diary in 2024 – new updates, fresh focus, and the inside scoop on all things fashion and retail! Get ready for a stylish journey ahead! Thanks for joining me.
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