Why It’s Okay Not to Go Home for the Holidays (and 7 Ways to Handle It)
Finals are coming to a close, you’re setting your out-of-office notification, and Christmas Eve is rapidly approaching — which means traveling home to family is imminent for many. The anticipation of...
View ArticleHow to Prioritize When Your To-Do List Wants to Kill You
You sit down at your computer, grab your favorite notepad, and begin jotting down a to-do list for the day: Answer that email; check on the progress of an existing project; reach out to a new...
View ArticleShop Our Closets: The Winter Coats Our Editors Can’t Stop Wearing
Baby, it’s cold outside! Winter is in full swing here at The Everygirl office in (freezing) Chicago. One of things I like most about winter (and probably the only thing I like) is being able to finish...
View Article25 Last Minute Gifts You Can Order on Amazon Prime
Woah… it’s already the middle of December!!? In the words of The Grinch, “Tomorrow is Christmas. It’s practically here!” So maybe Christmas isn’t tomorrow quite yet, but you know how fast the season...
View ArticleHoliday Home Tour: Emily Sappington’s Modern Southern Abode
There’s nothing like a real Christmas tree to get your home in the spirit of the holiday season, and to give you a reminder of it every time you walk through the door with its unmistakable scent —...
View ArticleYour Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist
So, you’re engaged (or about to be engaged, or are on a wedding researching tangent after binging Say Yes to the Dress) — whichever way, congrats! Being engaged is such an exciting time in your life —...
View ArticleWardrobe Refresh: How to Style Your Classic Sweater & Jeans for Any Occassion
When it’s cold outside, the last thing I care to do is take time to pick out a stylish and unique outfit from head to toe — instead, I stay cozy under my covers until the last second possible...
View ArticleOur Favorite Cheesy, Romantic Holiday Movies (That You Can Stream on Netflix!)
It’s the middle of December, and in between skipping down the street with hot chocolate listening to All I Want For Christmas Is You, ice skating in pom hats, and making batches of Christmas cookies...
View ArticleHow to Save and Organize Your Photos
We spend all this time trying to get the perfect picture, but if we can’t hold onto it forever, what’s actually the point? There’s something so amazing about tangible photographs, but they’re not...
View Article6 Ways to Cope With the Holidays When You’re Sad
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for almost everyone. The holidays are supposed to be a time of love and cheer, but for those dealing with difficult family dynamics, loss, or spending the...
View Article20 Easy Breakfast Recipes for Christmas Morning
As magical as Christmas morning is… it can also be pretty hectic. Opening presents, getting ready for the day, and preparing your contribution to your Christmas party can make Christmas morning...
View ArticleLaying on the Floor Completely Changed My Life
DAMN. Life is better with yoga. Moving and breathing. Feeling and healing. But what many don’t expect is that I practice yoga specifically for Savasana — aka corpse pose. In fact, it is renowned as the...
View ArticleHoliday Home Tour: A Dreamy Barn-Turned-Event-Venue
For the past few years, traditional wedding venues have been taking a backseat to vintage, rustic ones — which are mixing country-inspired vibes with totally chic elements for the perfect, welcoming...
View ArticleMy Favorite, Underrated Skincare Hacks
If you’ve taken up any interest in skincare, by now you should know to remove all our makeup before bed and drink a lot of water throughout the day to keep our skin hydrated. In addition to your...
View ArticleChristmas Dinner for Two in Less Than Two Hours
Preparing Christmas dinner is a massive undertaking. On a day when you are celebrating the season with the one you love, you don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen lamenting over the stove. That’s why...
View Article8 Tips for Meeting Your Partner’s Family During the Holidays
Although first impressions aren’t always an accurate representation of who we are, they’re a way for people to create an idea of who they deem us to be. While the holidays are meant for feeling...
View ArticleThe Everygirl’s Go-To Holiday Outfits
Can you believe it’s December?! I truly don’t know what to do with this information besides start ~freaking out~ that I still have so many gifts to buy, so what I’ll do instead is continue to plan my...
View ArticleHoliday Home Tour: Courtney Shultz’s Family Home in Michigan
It’s no easy feat to make your home gasp-worthy… but when we saw Courtney Shultz’s home on Instagram, we did just that. Her home is one that if we lived in, we’d never leave… it’s bright, inviting, and...
View ArticleOnline Dating as a Transgender Woman Isn’t Always Ideal—Here’s Why
At this point, most single individuals, no matter their age, are either familiar with digital dating, have tried it, or are bonafide pros. And while many see online courtships as a standard now, there...
View ArticleDon’t Forget Your Neck: How to Protect & Treat This Delicate (But Forgotten)...
As much as we love our skincare around here, we have to admit that we’re far from perfect all the time. We’re diligent about layering, exfoliating, hydrating, and applying daily SPF, and we’re damn...
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