TODAY IS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12
WHAT TO EXPECT
• stories: air hunger, Gap x Summer Fridays, delete things
• this week’s watch: Champagne Problems
• in collaboration with: Tula Skincare
• extra stories
• recent articles: elegant gifts for the ultimate entertainer
• the GG Edit
• quote on: inner strength
Stories
WELLNESS: DO YOU EXPERIENCE AIR HUNGER?
If you’ve ever experienced that unsettling feeling that you can’t get a full breath, you’ll be glad to know that there’s a name for it, air hunger, & it’s a surprisingly common anxiety symptom (well, that last part isn’t fun). Experts explain that even though it feels physical, it often stems from stress, shallow breathing, or hyper-vigilance around bodily sensations. The reassuring takeaway is that it’s usually not dangerous, and learning grounding techniques or breath work can help your body reset and restore a sense of calm.
BUSINESS: GAP X SUMMER FRIDAYS
Gap and Summer Fridays just teamed up for the coziest collab of the season — and yes, it’s Summer Fridays’ first-ever apparel drop. Think soft knits, dreamy fleece sets, PJ’s in their signature shades (hello Jet Lag blue), plus giftable accessories and an exclusive beauty bundle. Launching today, it’s basically self-care you can wear — and the perfect excuse to stay in. (PS. If you like stories like this. You’ll want to join our Smart & Stylish newsletter here.)
GAP
LIFESTYLE: DELETE TEXTS, EMAILS, AND DMS
Deleting old texts, DMs, and emails can feel like a radical act of decluttering — not just for your phone, but for your mind. Clearing out years of digital history can lift emotional weight, quiet old storylines, and create space for who you’re becoming now. It’s a reminder that sometimes the simplest reset (a clean inbox, an empty thread, a fresh start) can make life feel lighter and more intentional.
If you’re craving something cozy and romanticChampagne Problems (Netflix’s newest rom-com starring Minka Kelly and Tom Wozniczka) delivers exactly that. Think Emily in Paris meets The Holiday, with champagne.
Sydney, an executive sent to Paris to acquire a famous champagne house before Christmas, makes one mistake: she falls for a charming Parisian stranger who turns out to be…the founder’s son. Between vineyard strolls, holiday festivities at Château Cassell, and a bookstore-meets-wine-bar straight out of a fantasy, the story unfolds into a sweet, funny, perfectly predictable (in the best way) Christmas romance.
IN COLLABORATION WITH
TULA understands that a busy life can take a toll on skin — their name even means “balance” in Sanskrit. That’s why their doctor-founded skincare is designed to replenish what’s lost. Each formula features a super blend of probiotic extracts and nourishing ingredients, clinically proven to revive tired skin, boost hydration, and restore balance for a healthy, radiant glow.
Take advantage of their current special offers:
- get a free mystery bundle valued at $100+ with orders $100+
- save 40% on ‘Spresso
- save up to 50% on best seller bundles
- up to 40% off holiday kits
🤳🏻 the teen phone crackdown is here
🍿 binge these netflix shows this month
🥂 no…drinking has not really decreased
🌲 a Ralph Lauren Christmas? Sign me up!
👯 this is starting to feel like a lot of work
One lucky winner will receive a dreamy lineup of treats from some of our favorite brands — each chosen to inspire the goodness we want more of in the year ahead.
The Prize Bundle Includes:
• $600 Gift Card — Joybird
• $500 Gift Card — Mantels Direct
• $400 Gift Card — Cariloha
• $400 Gift Card — L'Avant
• $600 Gift Card — Saint Jane Beauty
• $250 Gift Card — Bloomist
• Reese’s Book Club Bundle ($300 value)
• $300 Gift Card — Gazette Gal
It’s a curated mix of self-care indulgence and thoughtful finds.
The best hosts always make sure gatherings feel lively and effortless. Although they may already have the perfect lineup of items to host a successful event, there is plenty of space to grow this collection. Whether the host in your life enjoys having people over for a cozy night in, or a themed dinner part this gift guide cover a wide variety of options that are perfect for any type of gathering they choose to host.
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Quote
ON INNER STRENGTH: What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Your past and your future, the things you’ve done, are worried about, & hope for, are small compared to the strength, character, and resilience you already carry inside you. Work on shifting your focus from external circumstances to inner capacity. What truly shapes your life isn’t what has happened to you or what might happen next, but the courage, values, creativity, and determination you bring to every moment.
