When I first started this blog, my idea of a "professional photoshoot" involved a bathroom mirror, fluorescent lighting, and a mediocre camera. Things have come a long way since then and though I've done plenty of shoots for other brands, the one for our Cupcakes and Cashmere ...read more
I've always drifted towards delicate, white blouses, but I wasn't aware of the extent to which I favor them until I did a closet inventory and realized they make up half my overall blouse collection. It's easy to understand why—they're crisp but breezy, and romantic but ...read more
1. Fels-Naptha stain remover. A few months back, Sloan discovered a tube of my lipstick, which she promptly smeared all over one of her best blouses. Despite my best stain-removing attempts, a large pink blob remained firmly planted on her sleeve. It wasn't until I told my friend ...read more
1. Chic sculptural book ends. 2. Edgy pearl earrings. 3. Mixed crystal statement necklace to dress up basic sweaters. 4. Brass peace sign hand. 5. The most stunning organic glass bowl. 6. Super cool ring. 7. Obsessed with this polished brass carafe and matte black swizzle stick ...read more
1. A rose-scented candle that's smoky-scented, not cloying. 2. The cutest ice cream cone vase ever.3. Cozy plaid scarf with fun details. 4. Gold dash planter. 5. Festive cross body bag. 6. Cozy woven sweater. 7. Glazed ice bucket with leather strap. 8. Gorgeous hexagonal trivet. ...read more
Receiving a gift basket is one of those things that brings a level of joy disproportionate to its size. Like an Easter basket, Christmas stocking, or—throwing it back to childhood birthday parties—a goody bag, there's an unparalleled excitement about a vessel carrying a bunch of ...read more
When you have a little girl and love both the holidays and fashion in equal measure, the joy of choosing outfits for special occasions is limitless (see: Sloan as a dinosaur this Halloween). My style advice for holiday dressing has always been about balance, which becomes even ...read more
Over the past 18 months, we’ve been working on our biggest project to date, one that reflects the true soul of the site and shows the evolution of the brand. On July 6, we’re launching a Cupcakes and Cashmere clothing line, selling exclusively at Nordstrom and ShopBop. The ...read more