On Agency, Adventure and Hitting the Road

Since deciding to go move to New York City almost ten years ago at age 17, my mantra has been, “If it doesn’t scare me, it’s not worth doing.” That mindset has taken me on planes across the ocean...

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 5.12.13

It’s been a few weeks since my last Fashion, Beauty, Boston and since then the weather has changed dramatically. Spring is in the air as are jean jackets, maxi dresses, blogging conferences and...

The History of Me

Growing up, I obsessively archived and chronicled everything from my first crush to fights with my mom to choosing a college. As an adolescent, I took to over a dozen journals to write down every...

3,885 Miles and Counting

After the Boston Marathon bombings and all the craziness that followed, I honestly didn’t know what to write here. I tried to find the right things to say, but everything came out wrong. The truth...

Why Community is More Than Just a Word

Whenever I’m asked what I love most about blogging, the answer is always the community, both with readers and with other bloggers. I’ve been thinking more about what community means to me...

Weekend Wear: Bridal Shower and Bachelorette Party

Last week I sat on a blogger panel at Emerson College (more on that later this week) and when asked to name my top three favorite blogs, my favorite Outfit of the Day Bloggers popped into my head....

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 4.12.13

It’s finally Friday! I have a lot coming up in the next two weeks, which is maybe why this week went by at a snail’s pace. That and I gave up caffeine cold turkey! I’ve been feeling great, but the...

Avoiding Thinspiration: My Quest for Healthy Body Image

Growing up, the back of my bedroom door was covered with photos of models and celebrities I had meticulously clipped from Seventeen, Teen Vogue and Elle. While I admired the dresses donned by the...

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 4.5.13

This latest edition of Fashion, Beauty, Boston is brought to you by an almost full recovered blogger! I’ve finally caught up on all my sleep and feel almost back to normal Here’s what’s been going...

Follow Me: Where to Find Those Graces on Social Media

I’m still recovering from my trip to Ohio. After driving 30 (!) hours in four days, I have to admit I’m still a bit dead to the world. But the trip was totally worth it, and I hope to have a post...

Let’s Talk: Share Your Opinion and Ask Away

Fashion, Beauty, Boston is on hold this week because I’m on my way to Ohio for a friend’s wedding! Road trips are one of my favorite things to do both with my husband and solo. There’s something...

Red Lipstick Lessons: Comfortable with Uncomfortable

As a teen, I was almost always comfortable with being uncomfortable. I found ways to stand out, not necessarily in how I dressed, but through my strong opinions on everything from sex education to...

Spring Classic: Red Lipstick and Sunglasses

I didn’t understand the depths of winter until I moved to New England after three years in South Carolina where “winter” temperatures rarely dropped below 60 degrees. All I can say is that I’m...

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 3.22.13

I’m sure you’re all sick of hearing me say this every Fashion, Beauty, Boston post, but I cannot stress how much I am just so ready for spring! In the (hopefully) last gasps of winter, Boston...

Domain Names and Web Hosting for Bloggers

Welcome to Part Two of My Blogging Journey Series! As a blogger, I often get asked how to get started blogging, how to pick a domain name, web hosting and blog design. I will cover the answers to...

StyleUp: Inspiring Your Next Outfit Choice

I remember the first time I saw Clueless, I watched in amazement that someone would ever want to be so well prepared that they plan their outfits via computer and revolving closet that specifically...

White, Black and Bling: Bachelorette Party Dresses

The bachelorette party is always one of the best parts of all the pre-wedding festivities. It’s also a great excuse to buy a new party dress. Deciding your bachelorette party style comes down to a...

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 3.15.13

If the Lovely Bloggers of Boston were a color this week, it would be green. Everywhere you turned, posts on mint green, emerald green, the Emerald Isle. Have you ever been to Boston’s St. Patrick’s...

My Mom’s Style Rules

My mother and I–we don’t always see eye to eye when it comes to fashion. She’s much more classic à la Jackie O., whereas I’m more Mary-Kate Olsen mixed with how Angela Chase might dress like if she...

Fashion, Beauty, Boston 3.8.13

Welcome to a brand new round up I’m dubbing Fashion, Beauty, Boston. Every Friday I’ll be sharing links from my favorite Boston bloggers. Many of you outside Boston may not know this, but Boston...

My Blogging Journey

A dapper Scottish man at a party recently asked me how long I’ve been blogging. I always have to pause before I answer this question. I’ve been blogging at Those Graces for almost three years, but...

How to Find the Best Eyeshadow Color for Your Eyes

When it comes to makeup, it’s easy to fall into comfort zones. You’re running late so you throw on a few swipes of cream eyeshadow. One minute and you’re ready to run out the door! If you’re...

On Learning to Go Places Alone

It would be a lie to say I’ve always been comfortable going out by myself. Truth is, it took years to be fine with shrugging my shoulders and accepting that I may very well end up at a party or...

Red Lipstick Challenge: Wearing Red Lipstick for a Year

I’ve been waiting to share this announcement. As the days passed by and I put off saying anything, I realized I needed to challenge myself in ways bigger than my mini-monthly challenges. So here it...

Red Lipstick Challenge: Wearing Red Lipstick for a Year

I’ve been waiting to share this announcement. As the days passed by and I put off saying anything, I realized I needed to challenge myself in ways bigger than my mini-monthly challenges. So here it...

Spring Wedding Wear: Save Your Sanity and Your Budget

With spring wedding season right around the corner, I’m sure a lot of you are starting to look for what to wear. Choosing the perfect outfit to wear to a bachelorette party, shower and wedding can...

Bundled Up for a Blizzard

Clarisonic Mia One Month Review

I spent a year plotting to acquire a Clarisonic Mia, the be all end all product for washing your face. Supposedly. When I first started using the Clarisonic, I was in love, however something inside...

How Red Lipstick Taught Me to Be Brave

The Red Lipstick Challenge has ended after over a month of wearing red lipstick almost every day. What started off as a fun challenge turned into an enlightening experience of bravery, boldness and...

Dressing Cute in the Cold

Last month I attended an event hosted by CakeStyle, a Chicago-based personal shopping service. After some mingling, we sat down for a Q&A with the stylists, who wanted to know if we had any issues...