TODAY IS THURSDAY, SEP 18
WHAT TO EXPECT
• stories: fall date night looks, skipping breakfast,
• this week’s read: The Nightmare Before Kissmas
• recent articles: chic accessories you need to elevate your style
• quote: on romance
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• recipes to try: chicken & wild rice soup
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FASHION: FALL DATE NIGHT INSPIRATION
Fall date nights are all about effortless polish—think leather skirts, silk dresses, wide-leg trousers, and crisp shirts styled with refined accessories. The magic is in balancing style with comfort so you can move easily from dinner to a late-night walk, a jazz lounge, or even a gallery. With neutral tones, sleek silhouettes, and just the right amount of layering, these looks keep you chic, cozy, and confident wherever the evening takes you.
WELLNESS: IS SKIPPING BREAKFAST BAD FOR YOU?
Not feeling hungry in the morning is common and can be due to things like hormone fluctuations, late-night eating, or even a strenuous morning workouts — but it’s not necessarily a problem. But nutrition experts say it’s still a good idea to eat something within an hour or two of waking up, even if it’s just a small snack since having breakfast can help kickstart your metabolism, provide important nutrients, stabilize your blood sugar, and reduce overeating later in the day.
BEAUTY: PDRN AKA SALMON SPERM CELLS ARE AMAZING FOR SKIN
Salmon sperm skincare might sound bizarre, but it’s the science-backed K-beauty trend that’s quickly hitting U.S. shelves under the name PDRN. Derived from purified salmon DNA, PDRN is praised by dermatologists for its ability to boost collagen, smooth texture, fade dark spots, and speed up skin healing—without being harsh, even on sensitive skin. Whether through serums, masks, or in-office treatments, it’s shaping up to be more than just a fad, with decades of research suggesting real staying power.
The Prince of Christmas forms a secret, forbidden crush on the Prince of Halloween—scandalous! And just as he’s expected to compete for the hand of his best friend, the Easter Princess, the actual love interest of his brother. That messy situation adds up to a very sweet, pretty spicy story that’s a true delight to read.
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The new ‘Spresso Energizing Eye Balms have launched at Cafe TULA! They’re powered by caffeine + probiotic extracts, and instantly cool & brighten while helping to de-puff over time.
Pink – a gorgeous rosy glow that instantly brightens
Cappuccino – a warm golden glow for a lit-from-within look
Americano – a bronzed glow that adds warmth + radiance
Iced – a pearlescent glow for that cool, luminous finish
ON ROMANCE: Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze. — Elinor Glyn
Romance isn’t about grand gestures alone, but about how love can transform ordinary, everyday experiences into something magical. The “dust of everyday life” can be something as simple as routine, chores, and the mundane tasks that you feel drag along your day-to-day. Romance is kind of like a filter that makes those same ordinary moments feel special + full of warmth—turning them into “a golden haze”.
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, thickly sliced
• 1 medium sweet onion, diced
• 2 ribs celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 6 cups chicken stock
• ¾ cup wild rice blend
• 1 bay leaf
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups diced butternut squash or sweet potato
• ½ bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
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