<script data-pm-proxy="intercept"></script><?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Cool Girls Club by Sisi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cool Girls Club, your cool girl - fashion, beauty, wellness and overall lifestyle weekly edit. 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Lately, I&#8217;ve been craving things that make me feel inspired to actually live my life, rather than a never-ending routine. I&#8217;ve been creating moments and inspiring pockets of time that instantly elevate my everyday.  Uplifting music while I get ready and, to be honest, all the time. Clothes that make me smile when I catch myself in the mirror. A little tinted sunscreen instead of a full face. Fun eye pencils. Hours lost browsing Vinted for the perfect vintage find. And, most importantly, actually making things again.  There&#8217;s something about this time of year that makes me want to romanticize my routines, refresh my surroundings and get back into the things that make me feel like myself.  So whether you&#8217;re curating your closet, reworking your routine, or just in the mood for a little inspo&#8230; you&#8217;re in the right place.  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Let&#8217;s dive into the rotation." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hW9w!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F287387be-3c4f-4a31-91c0-32456ad2f917_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hW9w!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F287387be-3c4f-4a31-91c0-32456ad2f917_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hW9w!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F287387be-3c4f-4a31-91c0-32456ad2f917_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hW9w!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F287387be-3c4f-4a31-91c0-32456ad2f917_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em><strong><span>A little edit of everything currently making life feel more fun, colorful and creatively inspired.</span></strong></em></p><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been craving things that make me feel <strong><span>inspired to actually live my life</span></strong>, rather than a never-ending routine. I&#8217;ve been creating moments and inspiring pockets of time that instantly elevate my everyday.</p><p>Uplifting music while I get ready and, to be honest, all the time. Clothes that make me smile when I catch myself in the mirror. A little tinted sunscreen instead of a full face. Fun eye pencils. Hours lost browsing Vinted for the perfect vintage find. And, most importantly, actually <em><span>making things</span></em> again.</p><p>There&#8217;s something about this time of year that makes me want to romanticize my routines, refresh my surroundings and get back into the things that make me feel like myself.</p><p>So whether you&#8217;re curating your closet, reworking your routine, or just in the mood for a little inspo&#8230; you&#8217;re in the right place.</p><p>Let&#8217;s dive into the rotation.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em><strong><span>Current Soundtrack: Uplifting Playlists</span></strong></em></h3><p>Music has such an underrated ability to completely change the energy of your day.</p><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been putting on uplifting playlists on YouTube while I get ready, work, clean, create or just move around the house. Nothing revolutionary, but somehow everything feels better when there&#8217;s a good soundtrack playing in the background.</p><p>I love <a href="https://youtu.be/mdJU5ogrPMY?si=aSz92GLbbk7vIB4X">2h playlists of classical music</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/1QS9jbvlEU8?si=i98t3VLjQ9-ragMl">jazz and house</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/CyqHICzufP8?si=uHgGTVoKObKVhjoQ">instrumental movie-style playlists</a> that feel like a soundtrack of my life rather than just a collection of songs. Something dreamy in the morning, something a little more energetic when I need to get things done, and something that makes me feel like the main character while getting dressed.</p><p>It&#8217;s such a simple way to make the everyday feel more cinematic.</p><p>And honestly, I think we underestimate how much music influences how we feel. A good playlist is basically an instant mood upgrade, and I&#8217;m here for it.</p><h3><em><strong><span>Current YouTube Comfort Channel: Homeworthy</span></strong></em></h3><p>If you&#8217;re anything like me and can spend an unreasonable amount of time looking at beautiful homes, you need to know about <strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Homeworthy"><span>Homeworthy</span></a></strong>.</p><p>I&#8217;ve been loving their videos for that very specific combination of interiors, architecture, lifestyle and <em><span>I-want-to-live-there </span></em>inspiration.</p><p>There&#8217;s something about seeing how other people actually live in beautiful spaces that feels so much more inspiring than scrolling through endless perfectly curated Pinterest images.</p><p>It makes me think about how much our environments influence our creativity and, honestly, how much I want my own home to feel like an extension of my personality and to feel bolder.</p><p>A little bit luxurious, a little bit unexpected, very considered, but never too perfect.</p><p>Basically, another excuse to mentally redecorate my entire life.</p><h3><em><strong><span>Fashion Obsession: Dopamine Dressing</span></strong></em></h3><p>I think I&#8217;m officially coming back around to <strong><span>wearing clothes for the joy of wearing clothes</span></strong>.</p><p>I just moved back to my home country, and after 3 and a half years of grey, sad weather, I feel like I lost some of the joy in styling and expressing myself through fashion.</p><p>However, I&#8217;m back! Bold, colorful and maximalist outfits have been calling my name lately, especially after spending so much time thinking about clothes in a practical sense rather than a form of creativity.</p><p>Color. Feathers. Sequins Fringes. Texture. Interesting silhouettes. A slightly ridiculous accessory that somehow makes the entire outfit.</p><p>I love a neutral look as much as anyone, but there&#8217;s something so refreshing about putting on something that makes you <em><span>feel something</span></em>. I actually shared some of my current ways of elevating my existing pieces in <strong><a href="http://"><span>The Cool-Girl Craft Edit: DIY Fashion Projects to Turn Your Wardrobe Into Wearable Art</span></a></strong>.</p><p>The goal is to feel joy and have fun with fashion every day. To make the most of every mundane task and to romanticize every moment.</p><p>Less dressing for what makes sense and more dressing for what makes me happy.</p><div><hr></div><h2>The Certified Cool Girl</h2><p>If you like being the girl who always knows about the good stuff, you&#8217;ll probably feel at home here.</p><p>The <strong>Certified Cool Girl</strong> is where I share the deeper cuts: the things I&#8217;m discovering, making, wearing, reading and dreaming about, plus a little more of the creative life behind the scenes.</p><p>Think of it as your <strong>inside track to a more creative, curious and beautifully curated life.</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Join the club.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><em><strong><span>Beauty Favorites: Tinted Sunscreen &amp; Fun Eye Pencils</span></strong></em></h3><p>My beauty routine has been getting very low-maintenance lately, but I&#8217;ve been making room for one thing that makes it a lot more fun: <strong><span>colored eye pencils</span></strong>.</p><p>I love the ease of tinted sunscreen for everyday. But then I&#8217;ll add a pop of color around my eyes, and suddenly the whole look feels intentional.</p><p>I have hazel eyes, so I&#8217;ve been having fun experimenting with shades that bring out the different little flecks of green, gold and brown. Plum, burgundy, olive, bronze, even the occasional unexpected pop of color. It&#8217;s such a small detail, but it can completely change the way your eyes look.</p><p>Tinted sunscreen for the effortless days. Fun eyeliner for when I feel like playing.</p><h3><em><strong><span>Shopping </span></strong><span>Fixation</span><strong><span>: Vinted</span></strong></em></h3><p>My relationship with Vinted is becoming slightly dangerous.</p><p>There is just something about finding <em><span>the piece</span></em> secondhand that feels so much more exciting than buying something brand new.</p><p>I love the hunt. Scrolling through pages of clothes, finding something unexpected, imagining how I would style it and then getting that little rush when you realise you&#8217;ve found something genuinely good.</p><p>It also makes getting dressed feel more creative because you&#8217;re not just choosing from whatever happens to be trending right now.</p><p>You&#8217;re curating.</p><p>Vintage pieces, older collections, stunning fabrics, weird little accessories, something that has clearly had a previous life. Those are often the pieces that end up making an outfit feel personal.</p><p>And considering how much I love fashion, styling and finding things that feel a little different, Vinted has basically become one of my favourite places to browse for inspiration.</p><h3><em><strong><span>Creative Obsession: Having Hobbies Again</span></strong></em></h3><p>And finally, probably my favorite obsession lately: <strong><span>hobbies, crafts and experimenting.</span></strong></p><p>Beading, sewing, experimenting with materials, starting projects without necessarily knowing where they&#8217;re going.</p><p>I&#8217;ve been trying to counteract becoming a passive consumer: watching, saving, scrolling&#8230; but never actually <em><span>making</span></em> anything with it.</p><p>I want more of the opposite.</p><p>More hobbies. More experimenting. More sitting down and making something with my hands. More projects that don&#8217;t need to become a business, a post or anything particularly productive.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;fb23d661-aa2c-4583-ad08-561b4cad8809&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Let&#8217;s be honest: in a world where self-care is often packaged as expensive facials, five-step morning routines, or trendy supplements that cost more than dinner, the humble hobby doesn&#8217;t get enough c&#8230;&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:null,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Wellness, But Make It Fun: How Hobbies Quietly Improved My Life&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:151492302,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Sisi PV&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;designer, fashion lover &amp; writer over on - The Cool Girls Club &#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;&quot;,&quot;photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2fb09b27-0c29-4a88-a21a-d8e6c7583e2c_2099x2099.jpeg&quot;,&quot;is_guest&quot;:false,&quot;bestseller_tier&quot;:null}],&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2025-04-19T17:02:13.832Z&quot;,&quot;cover_image&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/06cceedb-4324-494b-b721-55d089ad4dcf_6000x3375.jpeg&quot;,&quot;cover_image_alt&quot;:null,&quot;canonical_url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/p/wellness-but-make-it-fun-how-hobbies&quot;,&quot;section_name&quot;:null,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:161668850,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:118,&quot;comment_count&quot;:2,&quot;publication_id&quot;:3984493,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;Cool Girls Club by Sisi&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2vFl!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eaf26c-dcd2-42fa-a551-bef7b97bcdbb_1080x1080.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><p>Just making for the sake of making.</p><p>I actually wrote more about this in my latest post, <strong><a href="http://"><span>The Cool-Girl Craft Edit: DIY Fashion Projects to Turn Your Wardrobe Into Wearable Art</span></a></strong>, and why getting back into hobbies and creative play has been such a big part of shifting my mindset from consuming to creating.</p><p>Because sometimes the most inspiring thing you can do is simply put your phone down and make something.</p><p>And I think that&#8217;s the energy I&#8217;m taking with me into this next season: <strong><span>more color, more creativity, more curiosity and a lot less overthinking.</span></strong></p><p>Until next time, stay stylish, notice something beautiful, make something from it, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Cool-Girl Craft Edit: DIY Fashion Projects to Turn Your Wardrobe Into Wearable Art]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joyful, creative, and totally cool-girl coded, welcome to my ever-growing list of things I want to make, customize, and turn into art.]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/the-cool-girl-craft-edit-diy-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/the-cool-girl-craft-edit-diy-fashion</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:07:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg" width="728" height="409.5" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:728,&quot;bytes&quot;:399356,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;I&#8217;ve followed my own advice &#8212; take action and create all the things you want to see in your wardrobe and in life.  Right now I&#8217;m in a creative flow, discovering all kinds of mediums and materials, and turning my pieces into art&#8212;I feel like fashion should be wearable art, and for that reason, here are all the crafts I want to do this month to make my wardrobe and life more stylish and exciting.  And lately, I&#8217;ve been thinking about how much more fun it is to actually make the things I&#8217;m constantly saving, screenshotting, pinning, and admiring.  So, in the spirit of making my life more creative and my wardrobe more interesting, here is my current summer craft edit.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212951708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="I&#8217;ve followed my own advice &#8212; take action and create all the things you want to see in your wardrobe and in life.  Right now I&#8217;m in a creative flow, discovering all kinds of mediums and materials, and turning my pieces into art&#8212;I feel like fashion should be wearable art, and for that reason, here are all the crafts I want to do this month to make my wardrobe and life more stylish and exciting.  And lately, I&#8217;ve been thinking about how much more fun it is to actually make the things I&#8217;m constantly saving, screenshotting, pinning, and admiring.  So, in the spirit of making my life more creative and my wardrobe more interesting, here is my current summer craft edit." title="I&#8217;ve followed my own advice &#8212; take action and create all the things you want to see in your wardrobe and in life.  Right now I&#8217;m in a creative flow, discovering all kinds of mediums and materials, and turning my pieces into art&#8212;I feel like fashion should be wearable art, and for that reason, here are all the crafts I want to do this month to make my wardrobe and life more stylish and exciting.  And lately, I&#8217;ve been thinking about how much more fun it is to actually make the things I&#8217;m constantly saving, screenshotting, pinning, and admiring.  So, in the spirit of making my life more creative and my wardrobe more interesting, here is my current summer craft edit." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!T8vE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F02d2af67-dc05-4184-9db0-585e2bae188e_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>I&#8217;ve followed my own advice: take action and create the things you want to see in your wardrobe and in your life.</p><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been in a particularly creative flow, experimenting with different mediums and materials and turning my clothing pieces into wearable art. I&#8217;ve always believed fashion should feel like art, and right now, I&#8217;m having a lot of fun figuring out what that looks like for me.</p><p>I&#8217;ve saved, screenshotted, pinned, and admired so many things that I&#8217;ve finally reached the point of asking myself: why not just make them?</p><p>So, here&#8217;s what&#8217;s currently on my end of summer craft agenda.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi! 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There&#8217;s something so chic about the simplicity of the shape, especially when it&#8217;s made in an exciting pattern and paired with dramatic fringes or beads.  I&#8217;m imagining vintage florals, animal print, vibrant satins, maybe something slightly out there.  The kind of bag that looks even better because it doesn&#8217;t look like you tried too hard.  I want them to be the main character in some of my outfits and to play with patterns and colors when styling.  Here&#8217;s the videos I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - 1 &amp; 2. &quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212951708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff82b6320-978d-4405-923d-e2dfbdd86c38_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="The Japanese Knot Bag  I have a feeling the Japanese knot bag is about to become the 2026 bag.  There&#8217;s something so chic about the simplicity of the shape, especially when it&#8217;s made in an exciting pattern and paired with dramatic fringes or beads.  I&#8217;m imagining vintage florals, animal print, vibrant satins, maybe something slightly out there.  The kind of bag that looks even better because it doesn&#8217;t look like you tried too hard.  I want them to be the main character in some of my outfits and to play with patterns and colors when styling.  Here&#8217;s the videos I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - 1 &amp; 2. " title="The Japanese Knot Bag  I have a feeling the Japanese knot bag is about to become the 2026 bag.  There&#8217;s something so chic about the simplicity of the shape, especially when it&#8217;s made in an exciting pattern and paired with dramatic fringes or beads.  I&#8217;m imagining vintage florals, animal print, vibrant satins, maybe something slightly out there.  The kind of bag that looks even better because it doesn&#8217;t look like you tried too hard.  I want them to be the main character in some of my outfits and to play with patterns and colors when styling.  Here&#8217;s the videos I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - 1 &amp; 2. " srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!i-Zb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff82b6320-978d-4405-923d-e2dfbdd86c38_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!i-Zb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff82b6320-978d-4405-923d-e2dfbdd86c38_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!i-Zb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff82b6320-978d-4405-923d-e2dfbdd86c38_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!i-Zb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff82b6320-978d-4405-923d-e2dfbdd86c38_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em>The Japanese Knot Bag</em></h3><p>I have a feeling the Japanese knot bag is about to become <em>the</em> 2026 bag.</p><p>There&#8217;s something so chic about the simplicity of the shape, especially when it&#8217;s made in an exciting pattern and paired with dramatic fringes or beads.</p><p>I&#8217;m imagining vintage florals, animal print, vibrant satins, maybe something slightly out there.</p><p>The kind of bag that looks even better because it doesn&#8217;t look like you tried too hard.</p><p>I want them to be the main character in some of my outfits and to play with patterns and colors when styling.</p><p>Here&#8217;s the videos I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mccarthyross_/video/7668774084347497759?_r=1&amp;_t=ZG-99HcWxTgmob">1</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinekimstudio/video/7647194766769245471?_r=1&amp;_t=ZG-99HdFwbMZCC">2</a>. </p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:1241319,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beading Everything  I&#8217;ve always been fascinated with beads, everything shiny and colorful and beads are just that. I&#8217;m currently obsessed with the idea of beading my clothes, and about everything I see on site.  I want to learn how to do bead embroidery&#8212;and that&#8217;s one of my many &#8220;to-do&#8221; this month.  For my first projects, I&#8217;m interested in those tiny details that make you look twice &#8212; a few beads around the collar of a top. A little cluster on a pocket. Something sparkly at the cuff. An otherwise basic piece suddenly feeling completely different.  It&#8217;s basically the fashion equivalent of adding jewelry to an outfit.  Except the jewelry is sewn directly onto the clothes.  Which, to me, feels even better.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212951708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beading Everything  I&#8217;ve always been fascinated with beads, everything shiny and colorful and beads are just that. I&#8217;m currently obsessed with the idea of beading my clothes, and about everything I see on site.  I want to learn how to do bead embroidery&#8212;and that&#8217;s one of my many &#8220;to-do&#8221; this month.  For my first projects, I&#8217;m interested in those tiny details that make you look twice &#8212; a few beads around the collar of a top. A little cluster on a pocket. Something sparkly at the cuff. An otherwise basic piece suddenly feeling completely different.  It&#8217;s basically the fashion equivalent of adding jewelry to an outfit.  Except the jewelry is sewn directly onto the clothes.  Which, to me, feels even better." title="Beading Everything  I&#8217;ve always been fascinated with beads, everything shiny and colorful and beads are just that. I&#8217;m currently obsessed with the idea of beading my clothes, and about everything I see on site.  I want to learn how to do bead embroidery&#8212;and that&#8217;s one of my many &#8220;to-do&#8221; this month.  For my first projects, I&#8217;m interested in those tiny details that make you look twice &#8212; a few beads around the collar of a top. A little cluster on a pocket. Something sparkly at the cuff. An otherwise basic piece suddenly feeling completely different.  It&#8217;s basically the fashion equivalent of adding jewelry to an outfit.  Except the jewelry is sewn directly onto the clothes.  Which, to me, feels even better." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l0jb!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd6e2faab-c491-4e6f-9d63-85860847b7c2_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em>Beading Everything</em></h3><p>I&#8217;ve always been fascinated by beads. Everything shiny, colorful, and slightly sparkly has my attention, and beads are just that.</p><p>I&#8217;m currently obsessed with the idea of <strong>beading my clothes, and pretty much everything I see on site</strong>.</p><p>I want to learn how to do bead embroidery, and that&#8217;s one of my many &#8220;to-dos&#8221; this month.</p><p>Here&#8217;s the videos I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@annabroderie/video/7498372432588262678?_r=1&amp;_t=ZG-99HcqqVTKsq">1</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@zzakiyyahh/video/7440100898790984993?_r=1&amp;_t=ZG-99Hd13407l2">2</a>.</p><p>For my first projects, I&#8217;m interested in those tiny details that make you look twice. A few beads around the collar of a top. A little cluster on a pocket. Something sparkly at the cuff. An otherwise basic piece suddenly feeling completely different.</p><p>It&#8217;s basically the fashion equivalent of adding jewelry to an outfit.</p><p>Except the jewelry is sewn directly onto the clothes.</p><p>Which, to me, feels even better.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:1499078,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;The Safety Pin Situation  I want to make ridiculously beautiful safety pins.  Think oversized pins covered in beads, charms, pearls, shells, tiny pendants, whatever I can find that feels good, adds interest, and is a way of giving character to your clothing without making it permanent.  Then I want to pin them onto everything.&#8212; A blazer. A sweater. A denim jacket. A bag.  There&#8217;s something very cool about taking an object that is normally completely functional and making it decorative.  A little punk, a little maximalist, a little I made this while sitting on my floor listening to music.  Exactly my kind of thing.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212951708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="The Safety Pin Situation  I want to make ridiculously beautiful safety pins.  Think oversized pins covered in beads, charms, pearls, shells, tiny pendants, whatever I can find that feels good, adds interest, and is a way of giving character to your clothing without making it permanent.  Then I want to pin them onto everything.&#8212; A blazer. A sweater. A denim jacket. A bag.  There&#8217;s something very cool about taking an object that is normally completely functional and making it decorative.  A little punk, a little maximalist, a little I made this while sitting on my floor listening to music.  Exactly my kind of thing." title="The Safety Pin Situation  I want to make ridiculously beautiful safety pins.  Think oversized pins covered in beads, charms, pearls, shells, tiny pendants, whatever I can find that feels good, adds interest, and is a way of giving character to your clothing without making it permanent.  Then I want to pin them onto everything.&#8212; A blazer. A sweater. A denim jacket. A bag.  There&#8217;s something very cool about taking an object that is normally completely functional and making it decorative.  A little punk, a little maximalist, a little I made this while sitting on my floor listening to music.  Exactly my kind of thing." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7hiE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6537755c-6616-4757-aa5c-2eb348709fc0_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em><strong>The Safety Pin Situation</strong></em></h3><p>I want to make <strong>ridiculously beautiful safety pins</strong>.</p><p>Think oversized pins covered in beads, charms, pearls, shells, tiny pendants, whatever I can find that feels elevated, adds interest, and gives character to your clothing without making it permanent.</p><p>Then I want to pin them onto everything. A blazer. A sweater. A denim jacket. </p><p>There&#8217;s something very cool about taking an object that is normally completely functional and making it decorative.</p><p>Here&#8217;s a video I plan to use as my &#8220;guide&#8221; - <a href="https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGdx35dtP/">1</a>.</p><p>A little funky, a little maximalist, a little <em>I made this while sitting on my floor listening to music</em>.</p><p>Exactly my kind of thing.</p>
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/__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84a45761-24dd-4765-94c2-7a6f546fcf05_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!wsBg!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84a45761-24dd-4765-94c2-7a6f546fcf05_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!wsBg!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84a45761-24dd-4765-94c2-7a6f546fcf05_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!wsBg!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84a45761-24dd-4765-94c2-7a6f546fcf05_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" 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a long time, I thought I needed more.</p><p>More inspiration. More experiences. More content. More things to watch, read, save, buy and listen to. More places to go and more ideas to collect.</p><p>And somehow, the more I consumed, the less inspired I felt.</p><p>We live in a time where inspiration is everywhere. You can open your phone and instantly see beautiful homes, outfits, careers, destinations, art, opinions and lifestyles. There is always something new to look at.</p><p>But eventually, I realised that constantly consuming other people&#8217;s ideas was leaving very little space for my own.</p><p>I wasn&#8217;t lacking inspiration.</p><p><strong>I was lacking presence.</strong></p><p>And one of the biggest things that helped me find it again was nature.</p><p>Going for walks without constantly checking my phone. Looking at the trees. Watching the sky change. Noticing the architecture, flowers, colors and textures around me.</p><p>The more I paid attention to my surroundings, the more creative I became.</p><p>And I started to realise that nature might just be the ultimate inspiration&#8212;not because it gives you something to consume, but because it teaches you how to <em>look</em>.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi! 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Consuming is easy. You scroll, watch, listen, save and move on. You see an idea, save it to Pinterest and five minutes later you&#8217;re onto the next one.  I&#8217;ve definitely been guilty of this, multiple times.  Walking? Podcast.  Cooking? YouTube.  Waiting? Instagram.  Feeling uninspired? Pinterest.  And while I love all of these things, I realised I was filling every quiet moment with something external. I was constantly taking things in without giving myself enough time to process them.  Creating requires something different.  You have to notice. You have to develop an opinion. You have to sit with an idea long enough to ask yourself, Why do I like this? What does it make me feel? What could I make from it?  You need a little silence for your own ideas to appear.  So I started leaving more space.  And nature became one of the easiest ways to do that.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212406803?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F73030b74-c1b4-4641-8b79-a745ae5101b6_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="The Difference Between Consuming and Creating  There is a subtle difference between constantly filling your mind and actually giving yourself space to think.  Consuming is easy. You scroll, watch, listen, save and move on. You see an idea, save it to Pinterest and five minutes later you&#8217;re onto the next one.  I&#8217;ve definitely been guilty of this, multiple times.  Walking? Podcast.  Cooking? YouTube.  Waiting? Instagram.  Feeling uninspired? Pinterest.  And while I love all of these things, I realised I was filling every quiet moment with something external. I was constantly taking things in without giving myself enough time to process them.  Creating requires something different.  You have to notice. You have to develop an opinion. You have to sit with an idea long enough to ask yourself, Why do I like this? What does it make me feel? What could I make from it?  You need a little silence for your own ideas to appear.  So I started leaving more space.  And nature became one of the easiest ways to do that." title="The Difference Between Consuming and Creating  There is a subtle difference between constantly filling your mind and actually giving yourself space to think.  Consuming is easy. You scroll, watch, listen, save and move on. You see an idea, save it to Pinterest and five minutes later you&#8217;re onto the next one.  I&#8217;ve definitely been guilty of this, multiple times.  Walking? Podcast.  Cooking? YouTube.  Waiting? Instagram.  Feeling uninspired? Pinterest.  And while I love all of these things, I realised I was filling every quiet moment with something external. I was constantly taking things in without giving myself enough time to process them.  Creating requires something different.  You have to notice. You have to develop an opinion. You have to sit with an idea long enough to ask yourself, Why do I like this? What does it make me feel? What could I make from it?  You need a little silence for your own ideas to appear.  So I started leaving more space.  And nature became one of the easiest ways to do that." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!RRVZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F73030b74-c1b4-4641-8b79-a745ae5101b6_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!RRVZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F73030b74-c1b4-4641-8b79-a745ae5101b6_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!RRVZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F73030b74-c1b4-4641-8b79-a745ae5101b6_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!RRVZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F73030b74-c1b4-4641-8b79-a745ae5101b6_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em>The Difference Between Consuming and Creating</em></h3><p>There is a subtle difference between constantly filling your mind and actually giving yourself space to think.</p><p>Consuming is easy. You scroll, watch, listen, save and move on. You see an idea, save it to Pinterest and five minutes later you&#8217;re onto the next one.</p><p>I&#8217;ve definitely been guilty of this, multiple times.</p><p>Walking? Podcast.</p><p>Cooking? YouTube.</p><p>Waiting? Instagram.</p><p>Feeling uninspired? Pinterest.</p><p>And while I love all of these things, I realised I was filling every quiet moment with something external. I was constantly taking things in without giving myself enough time to process them.</p><p>Creating requires something different.</p><p>You have to notice. You have to develop an opinion. You have to sit with an idea long enough to ask yourself, <em>Why do I like this? What does it make me feel? What could I make from it?</em></p><p>You need a little silence for your own ideas to appear.</p><p>So I started leaving more space.</p><p>And nature became one of the easiest ways to do that.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:596920,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Nature Became My Favorite Source of Inspiration  Nature doesn&#8217;t ask you to consume anything.  It just asks you to look.  And when you start looking, you start noticing.  The texture of a tree. The color pallete of the garden. The shapes in a cloudy sky. The way sunlight hits an old building. The contrast between someone&#8217;s outfit and the architecture behind them.  Suddenly, your everyday life becomes an endless moodboard.  And those observations start following you.  You see color combinations in nature that influence what you wear. You notice textures that inspire your work. You start looking at architecture, ceramics, interiors and fashion differently.  This is where I think creativity really starts.  Not necessarily by sitting down and trying to be creative, but by becoming someone who pays attention.  Because creativity isn&#8217;t just about making something.  It&#8217;s about having something to make from.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/212406803?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Nature Became My Favorite Source of Inspiration  Nature doesn&#8217;t ask you to consume anything.  It just asks you to look.  And when you start looking, you start noticing.  The texture of a tree. The color pallete of the garden. The shapes in a cloudy sky. The way sunlight hits an old building. The contrast between someone&#8217;s outfit and the architecture behind them.  Suddenly, your everyday life becomes an endless moodboard.  And those observations start following you.  You see color combinations in nature that influence what you wear. You notice textures that inspire your work. You start looking at architecture, ceramics, interiors and fashion differently.  This is where I think creativity really starts.  Not necessarily by sitting down and trying to be creative, but by becoming someone who pays attention.  Because creativity isn&#8217;t just about making something.  It&#8217;s about having something to make from." title="Nature Became My Favorite Source of Inspiration  Nature doesn&#8217;t ask you to consume anything.  It just asks you to look.  And when you start looking, you start noticing.  The texture of a tree. The color pallete of the garden. The shapes in a cloudy sky. The way sunlight hits an old building. The contrast between someone&#8217;s outfit and the architecture behind them.  Suddenly, your everyday life becomes an endless moodboard.  And those observations start following you.  You see color combinations in nature that influence what you wear. You notice textures that inspire your work. You start looking at architecture, ceramics, interiors and fashion differently.  This is where I think creativity really starts.  Not necessarily by sitting down and trying to be creative, but by becoming someone who pays attention.  Because creativity isn&#8217;t just about making something.  It&#8217;s about having something to make from." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XcyM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51c76cb8-8207-4729-8b59-cf4e25d5013e_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em>Nature Became My Favorite Source of Inspiration</em></h3><p>Nature doesn&#8217;t ask you to consume anything.</p><p><strong>It just asks you to look.</strong></p><p>And when you start looking, you start noticing.</p><p>The texture of a tree. The color pallete of the garden. The shapes in a cloudy sky. The way sunlight hits an old building. The contrast between someone&#8217;s outfit and the architecture behind them.</p><p>Suddenly, your everyday life becomes an endless moodboard.</p><p>And those observations start following you.</p><p>You see color combinations in nature that influence what you wear. You notice textures that inspire your work. You start looking at architecture, ceramics, interiors and fashion differently.</p><p>This is where I think creativity really starts.</p><p>Not necessarily by sitting down and trying to <em>be creative</em>, but by becoming someone who pays attention.</p><p>Because creativity isn&#8217;t just about making something.</p><p>It&#8217;s about having something to make <em>from</em>.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vHkE!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F485d6c28-a2fc-409a-8afb-701298be40e7_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vHkE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, 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/__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F485d6c28-a2fc-409a-8afb-701298be40e7_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vHkE!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F485d6c28-a2fc-409a-8afb-701298be40e7_1920x1080.jpeg" width="1456" height="819" 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/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vHkE!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F485d6c28-a2fc-409a-8afb-701298be40e7_1920x1080.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3><em>Romanticizing Your Life Makes You Notice More</em></h3><p>I know &#8220;romanticize your life&#8221; has become a bit of an internet clich&#233;, but I genuinely think there is something powerful underneath it.</p><p>To me, romanticizing your life isn&#8217;t pretending everything is perfect.</p><p>It&#8217;s deciding that the ordinary parts of your life are worth experiencing.</p><p>It&#8217;s putting on your favorite perfume even when you&#8217;re not going anywhere. Wearing the outfit you&#8217;ve been saving but felt like &#8220;life is not a fashion show&#8221; &#8212; well, it is! Buying yourself flowers. Doing the bold eye make-up. Putting music on while you cook and actually sing and dance like no one is watching. Taking the long way home because the weather is beautiful. Sitting outside with a book and actually reading it.</p><p>It&#8217;s making your Tuesday feel a little bit like a movie instead of waiting for the weekend to start living.</p><p>And I think there is something deeply creative about this.</p><p>Because when you romanticize your life, you stop waiting for life to become interesting.</p><p><strong>You become interested in your life.</strong></p><p>You start noticing what makes you feel good, what colors you love, what places inspire you, what music changes your mood and what little things make you feel most like yourself.</p><p>And eventually, those preferences become your taste.</p><p>Your taste becomes part of your creativity &#8212; and you create.</p><div><hr></div><h2>The Certified Cool Girl</h2><p>If you like being the girl who always knows about the good stuff, you&#8217;ll probably feel at home here.</p><p>The <strong>Certified Cool Girl</strong> is where I share the deeper cuts: the things I&#8217;m discovering, making, wearing, reading and dreaming about, plus a little more of the creative life behind the scenes.</p><p>Think of it as your <strong>inside track to a more creative, curious and beautifully curated life.</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Join the club.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!COX7!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc0174665-c4d2-4165-b1ba-c189b7dbd460_1920x1080.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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wanted to recreate, but ideas that actually felt like mine.</p><p>I started noticing what made me curious, emotional or excited. I started trusting my own taste instead of constantly looking for external validation.</p><p>This is, in many ways, how I found my way into being an artist.</p><p>There wasn&#8217;t one huge moment where I suddenly decided, <em>I&#8217;m going to become an artist.</em></p><p>It happened gradually.</p><p>I started paying attention to what fascinated me. I started collecting observations instead of just content. I started creating instead of endlessly consuming. And slowly, I realised that creativity wasn&#8217;t something I needed to find.</p><p><strong>It was something I needed to make space for.</strong></p><p>I didn&#8217;t need to feel ready, another course, another kit or another perfectly planned project.</p><p>I needed to start.</p><p>Because sometimes the difference between having an idea and becoming a creator is simply acting on the idea before you have time to overthink it.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/18777d50-aad8-4065-8536-fa53c1b173e0_1080x1080.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e36d93e5-469a-4b5a-9cc3-7516bda9eb32_1080x1080.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Your Life Can Become Your Creative Practice  I think we often separate &#8220;creative people&#8221; from everyone else.  Artists create. Writers write. Musicians make music. Designers design.  And everyone else just lives their life.  But creativity is fundamentally about how you see things.  Your morning walk can inspire an idea. A conversation can become a story. A strange outfit can become a visual concept. A song can completely change your mood. A trip can shift your perspective.  Even boredom can become useful because it gives you something the internet rarely does: space.  And you don&#8217;t necessarily need to go somewhere extraordinary to become more creative.  You might just need to stop rushing through where you already are.  Your life is already full of material.  The colours you notice. The places you visit. The people you meet. The things that make you emotional. The things that make you stop and think, that&#8217;s beautiful.  You just have to be present enough to collect them.&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7532190c-5d13-494f-ba96-c7878636f76e_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><h3><em>Your Life Can Become Your Creative Practice</em></h3><p>I think we often separate &#8220;creative people&#8221; from everyone else.</p><p>Artists create. Writers write. Musicians make music. Designers design.</p><p>And everyone else just lives their life.</p><p>But creativity is fundamentally about how you see things.</p><p>Your morning walk can inspire an idea. A conversation can become a story. A strange outfit can become a visual concept. A song can completely change your mood. A trip can shift your perspective.</p><p>Even boredom can become useful because it gives you something the internet rarely does: space.</p><p>And you don&#8217;t necessarily need to go somewhere extraordinary to become more creative.</p><p>You might just need to stop rushing through where you already are.</p><p>Your life is already full of material.</p><p>The colors you notice. The places you visit. The people you meet. The things that make you emotional. The things that make you stop and think, <em>that&#8217;s beautiful.</em></p><p>You just have to be present enough to collect them.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;3360c8fb-ef4a-4033-a9fd-90a4ba19de3c&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;2025 has been a rollercoaster, and not the fun kind with cute photos at the end. Between the nonstop news cycle, digital burnout, and the general what is even happening anymore energy, &#8230;&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:null,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The Art of Romanticizing Your Life: The Ultimate Survival Guide for 2025 Chaos&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:151492302,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Sisi PV&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;designer, fashion lover &amp; writer over on - The Cool Girls Club &#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;&quot;,&quot;photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2fb09b27-0c29-4a88-a21a-d8e6c7583e2c_2099x2099.jpeg&quot;,&quot;is_guest&quot;:false,&quot;bestseller_tier&quot;:null}],&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2025-04-02T18:46:28.230Z&quot;,&quot;cover_image&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/bff00258-361e-423e-8a71-cff5f79bb650_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;cover_image_alt&quot;:null,&quot;canonical_url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life&quot;,&quot;section_name&quot;:null,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:160433917,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:73,&quot;comment_count&quot;:3,&quot;publication_id&quot;:3984493,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;Cool Girls Club by Sisi&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2vFl!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eaf26c-dcd2-42fa-a551-bef7b97bcdbb_1080x1080.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><h3><em>Maybe You Don&#8217;t Need More Inspiration</em></h3><p>Maybe you need less noise.</p><p>Maybe you don&#8217;t need another podcast, another Pinterest board or another &#8220;day in my life&#8221; video.</p><p>Maybe you need to go outside.</p><p>Sit somewhere beautiful. Let yourself be bored. Notice what catches your attention. Is it the birds? The flowers? The people? All combined?</p><p>And instead of immediately scrolling past it, stay with it for a moment.</p><p>Ask yourself why you like it.</p><p>Ask yourself what it makes you feel.</p><p>Ask yourself what you could create from it. What mediums could you use? Does it ask for oil pastels? Watercolor? Collage? Sewing? Mixing audios?</p><p>Because I truly believe your life is already full of inspiration.</p><p>You just have to be present enough to notice it and brave enough to start without expecting perfection. </p><p>And maybe that&#8217;s the real shift from consuming to creating:</p><p><strong>Stop constantly looking for something to inspire you, and start paying attention to what is already inspiring you.</strong></p><p>Romanticize the walk.</p><p>Romanticize the coffee.</p><p>Romanticize the boring Tuesday.</p><p>Romanticize getting dressed.</p><p>Romanticize the sunset.</p><p>Romanticize being alone.</p><p>Not because your life is perfect, but because it is yours.</p><p>And somewhere between paying attention to the world around me and creating from what I noticed, I realised something:</p><p>I wasn&#8217;t just finding more inspiration.</p><p><strong>I was finding my own perspective.</strong></p><p>And I think that&#8217;s one of the best forms of wellness there is.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;go outside, notice something beautiful and make something from it and always romanticize your cool-girl life<strong>.</strong> </p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi! 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A full reinvention. The Glow Up of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.  These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective and routine.  Today I&#8217;m talking about real feel-good wellness&#8212;the kind that makes your life feel lighter and your mind feel quieter? It doesn&#8217;t need to be loud, expensive, or performative. It lives in the smallest, softest parts of your day. The rituals you return to not for content, but for your own satisfaction. The way you remind yourself: you don&#8217;t need to earn your peace.  This is my version of that kind of wellness.A gentle summer reset.Not because it&#8217;s trendy, but because it actually helped me feel more like myself again.  In this post, I&#8217;m sharing the exact summer reset habits that have softly detoxed my life and gotten me ready for the second half of the year.  They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but they&#8217;ve changed everything.I hope they inspire you to build your own version of a mindful, doable summer reset&#8212;one that feels like a love letter to you.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/166807104?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31c6769c-1452-4b99-a14f-b5592a3e0e07_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="There was a time I thought resets had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The Glow Up of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.  These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective and routine.  Today I&#8217;m talking about real feel-good wellness&#8212;the kind that makes your life feel lighter and your mind feel quieter? It doesn&#8217;t need to be loud, expensive, or performative. It lives in the smallest, softest parts of your day. The rituals you return to not for content, but for your own satisfaction. The way you remind yourself: you don&#8217;t need to earn your peace.  This is my version of that kind of wellness.A gentle summer reset.Not because it&#8217;s trendy, but because it actually helped me feel more like myself again.  In this post, I&#8217;m sharing the exact summer reset habits that have softly detoxed my life and gotten me ready for the second half of the year.  They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but they&#8217;ve changed everything.I hope they inspire you to build your own version of a mindful, doable summer reset&#8212;one that feels like a love letter to you." title="There was a time I thought resets had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The Glow Up of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.  These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective and routine.  Today I&#8217;m talking about real feel-good wellness&#8212;the kind that makes your life feel lighter and your mind feel quieter? It doesn&#8217;t need to be loud, expensive, or performative. It lives in the smallest, softest parts of your day. The rituals you return to not for content, but for your own satisfaction. The way you remind yourself: you don&#8217;t need to earn your peace.  This is my version of that kind of wellness.A gentle summer reset.Not because it&#8217;s trendy, but because it actually helped me feel more like myself again.  In this post, I&#8217;m sharing the exact summer reset habits that have softly detoxed my life and gotten me ready for the second half of the year.  They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but they&#8217;ve changed everything.I hope they inspire you to build your own version of a mindful, doable summer reset&#8212;one that feels like a love letter to you." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UOUB!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31c6769c-1452-4b99-a14f-b5592a3e0e07_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UOUB!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31c6769c-1452-4b99-a14f-b5592a3e0e07_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UOUB!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31c6769c-1452-4b99-a14f-b5592a3e0e07_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UOUB!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31c6769c-1452-4b99-a14f-b5592a3e0e07_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>There was a time I thought resets had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The <em>Glow Up</em> of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.</p><p>These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective and routine.</p><p>Today I&#8217;m talking about real feel-good wellness&#8212;the kind that makes your life feel lighter and your mind feel quieter? It doesn&#8217;t need to be loud, expensive, or performative. It lives in the smallest, softest parts of your day. The rituals you return to <em>not</em> for content, but for your own satisfaction. The way you remind yourself: you don&#8217;t need to earn your peace.</p><p>This is my version of that kind of wellness.<br>A gentle summer reset.<br>Not because it&#8217;s trendy, but because it actually helped me feel more like myself again.</p><p>In this post, I&#8217;m sharing the exact summer reset habits that have softly detoxed my life and gotten me ready for the second half of the year.</p><p>They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but they&#8217;ve changed everything.<br>I hope they inspire you to build your own version of a mindful, doable summer reset&#8212;one that feels like a love letter to <em>you</em>.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><h2><em><strong>The 2025 Summer Reset</strong></em></h2><p>If there's one thing that helps me realign, it&#8217;s creating seasonal rituals that feel intentional&#8212;but not overwhelming.<br>This summer, I&#8217;m not interested in pressure&#8212;just peace, presence, and routines that support who I&#8217;m becoming.<br>Here&#8217;s how I&#8217;ve been resetting lately, softly and mindfully:</p><h3><em>1- Revisit Your Goals &amp; Vision</em></h3><p>A seasonal reset starts with reflection. I&#8217;ve been journaling my summer intentions and writing down my goals for the second half of the year&#8212;nothing intense, just a grounding way to check in with myself.</p><p>I also created a new moodboard to reconnect with the energy and vibe I want to carry into the next few months.<br>Big main character energy&#8212;but make it mindful.</p><h3><em>2- Edit Your Summer Wardrobe</em></h3><p>Before buying anything new, I took a look at what I already have. I asked myself what I <em>actually</em> want to wear this summer. I decluttered, donated, and sold the pieces I&#8217;ve outgrown.</p><p>Now, my closet feels fresher and more aligned with the version of me I&#8217;m stepping into.<br>Style is self-expression&#8212;let it reflect who you are <em>now</em>.</p><h3><em>3- Stay Hydrated (But Make It Cute)</em></h3><p>Warm weather = hydration on high priority. I got a huge water bottle (yes, the ones that make you feel like all the influencers), and it seriously changed the game.</p><p>Little things like this make it easier to meet your needs&#8212;without overthinking it.</p><h3><em>4- Movement That Matches the Season</em></h3><p>I&#8217;ve been keeping up with my gym routine, but since summer usually includes travel and slower mornings, I&#8217;ve also added in YouTube workouts I can do from anywhere. <em>(My go-tos: <a href="https://youtu.be/cbCt69XAUKA?si=Rl5ldWzDHa2o3Gsp">abs</a> and <a href="https://youtu.be/_GcL_CjGJck?si=jzKphttWBD4RPhHq">legs</a>.)</em></p><p>It&#8217;s all about flexibility and finding a flow that works for <em>this</em> season&#8212;not forcing it, just adjusting to what life looks like right now.</p><h3><em>5- Romanticize Your Nutrition</em></h3><p>Let&#8217;s be real: convenience is everything in summer. But I still want to feel nourished and energized, so I made a <a href="https://pin.it/8q10HYM8v">Pinterest board</a> filled with easy, healthy recipes to keep me inspired.</p><p>Meal prepping when I can helps me avoid decision fatigue on busy days. Think: salad bowls, fresh wraps, and snack plates that feel both aesthetic <em>and</em> doable.</p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer Reset, Chic Outfits & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grounded, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/summer-reset-chic-outfits-and-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/summer-reset-chic-outfits-and-everything</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:13:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b96d3238-fd7a-489a-ae53-6de964e37d5f_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:13536235,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  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It&#8217;s about slipping into a monochrome look that makes your errands feel editorial, building little rituals that bring you back to yourself, and actually enjoying the process of getting dressed, getting ready, and getting clear.  Think: structured blazers over lace slips, all- white looks, iced matcha in hand, and skincare that doubles as self-care. It&#8217;s about starting fresh without losing the aesthetic &#8212; and this week&#8217;s edit is a love letter to all the little things making life feel more luxe, grounded, and you.  So whether you&#8217;re curating your closet, reworking your routine, or just in the mood for a little inspo&#8230; you&#8217;re in the right place.  Let&#8217;s dive into the rotation." title="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  We&#8217;re setting the tone for summer: soft, intentional, and effortlessly chic.  I&#8217;m in my reset era &#8212; not the kind that&#8217;s rigid or overwhelming, but the kind that feels like a deep breath. It&#8217;s about slipping into a monochrome look that makes your errands feel editorial, building little rituals that bring you back to yourself, and actually enjoying the process of getting dressed, getting ready, and getting clear.  Think: structured blazers over lace slips, all- white looks, iced matcha in hand, and skincare that doubles as self-care. It&#8217;s about starting fresh without losing the aesthetic &#8212; and this week&#8217;s edit is a love letter to all the little things making life feel more luxe, grounded, and you.  So whether you&#8217;re curating your closet, reworking your routine, or just in the mood for a little inspo&#8230; you&#8217;re in the right place.  Let&#8217;s dive into the rotation." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g7TS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0648fb08-305e-4a20-9c0d-94ef360d21fa_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em><strong>Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.</strong></em></p><p>We&#8217;re setting the tone for summer: soft, intentional, and effortlessly chic.</p><p>I&#8217;m in my <em>reset era</em> &#8212; not the kind that&#8217;s rigid or overwhelming, but the kind that feels like a deep breath. It&#8217;s about slipping into a monochromatic look that makes your errands feel editorial, building little rituals that bring you back to yourself, and actually enjoying the process of getting dressed, getting ready, and getting clear.</p><p>Think: structured blazers over lace slips, all- white looks, iced matcha in hand, and skincare that doubles as self-care. It&#8217;s about starting fresh without losing the aesthetic &#8212; and this week&#8217;s edit is a love letter to all the little things making life feel more luxe, grounded, and <em>you</em>.</p><p>So whether you&#8217;re curating your closet, reworking your routine, or just in the mood for a little inspo&#8230; you&#8217;re in the right place.</p><p>Let&#8217;s dive into the rotation.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:16504311,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Quietly luxe. Unapologetically put-together. Always with a little twist.  Colors, textures, and silhouettes are speaking loud and clear this week&#8212;and I&#8217;m fully here for the elevated simplicity of it all. Lately, I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward monochromatic looks that whisper &#8220;I have my life together&#8221; even when I&#8217;m just grabbing a matcha.  This isn&#8217;t about being boring or basic&#8212;this is about polish with personality. Think crisp whites layered in different fabrics, caramel tones with unexpected shimmer, and soft pink tailoring that feels equal parts romantic and runway-ready. A matching blazer and mini skirt? Iconic. Oversized trousers paired with a second-skin tank? That&#8217;s the move.Accessories are where the magic happens&#8212;gold stacks, a shoulder bag with just the right amount of sparkle, and shoes that walk the line between cool-girl and classic. Whether it's a pointed mule or a sleek ballet flat, it's all about balance.  The vibe? Chic, effortless, and slightly undone in the best way. Style that feels considered without trying too hard. It&#8217;s the art of wearing one color and still making it look like a moment.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/166305702?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Quietly luxe. Unapologetically put-together. Always with a little twist.  Colors, textures, and silhouettes are speaking loud and clear this week&#8212;and I&#8217;m fully here for the elevated simplicity of it all. Lately, I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward monochromatic looks that whisper &#8220;I have my life together&#8221; even when I&#8217;m just grabbing a matcha.  This isn&#8217;t about being boring or basic&#8212;this is about polish with personality. Think crisp whites layered in different fabrics, caramel tones with unexpected shimmer, and soft pink tailoring that feels equal parts romantic and runway-ready. A matching blazer and mini skirt? Iconic. Oversized trousers paired with a second-skin tank? That&#8217;s the move.Accessories are where the magic happens&#8212;gold stacks, a shoulder bag with just the right amount of sparkle, and shoes that walk the line between cool-girl and classic. Whether it's a pointed mule or a sleek ballet flat, it's all about balance.  The vibe? Chic, effortless, and slightly undone in the best way. Style that feels considered without trying too hard. It&#8217;s the art of wearing one color and still making it look like a moment." title="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Quietly luxe. Unapologetically put-together. Always with a little twist.  Colors, textures, and silhouettes are speaking loud and clear this week&#8212;and I&#8217;m fully here for the elevated simplicity of it all. Lately, I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward monochromatic looks that whisper &#8220;I have my life together&#8221; even when I&#8217;m just grabbing a matcha.  This isn&#8217;t about being boring or basic&#8212;this is about polish with personality. Think crisp whites layered in different fabrics, caramel tones with unexpected shimmer, and soft pink tailoring that feels equal parts romantic and runway-ready. A matching blazer and mini skirt? Iconic. Oversized trousers paired with a second-skin tank? That&#8217;s the move.Accessories are where the magic happens&#8212;gold stacks, a shoulder bag with just the right amount of sparkle, and shoes that walk the line between cool-girl and classic. Whether it's a pointed mule or a sleek ballet flat, it's all about balance.  The vibe? Chic, effortless, and slightly undone in the best way. Style that feels considered without trying too hard. It&#8217;s the art of wearing one color and still making it look like a moment." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Dz8k!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff413ac46-a6b0-4b05-aba8-d4b8191b4927_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Monochromatic Looks</strong></em></h4><p><em>Quietly luxe. Unapologetically put-together. Always with a little twist.</em></p><p>Colors, textures, and silhouettes are speaking loud and clear this week&#8212;and I&#8217;m fully here for the elevated simplicity of it all. Lately, I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward monochromatic looks that whisper &#8220;I have my life together&#8221; even when I&#8217;m just grabbing a matcha.</p><p>This isn&#8217;t about being boring or basic&#8212;this is about polish with personality. Think crisp whites layered in different fabrics, caramel tones with unexpected shimmer, and soft pink tailored set that feels equal parts romantic and runway-ready. A matching blazer and mini skirt? Iconic. Oversized trousers paired with a second-skin tank? That&#8217;s the move.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Accessories are where the magic happens&#8212;gold stacks, a shoulder bag with just the right amount of sparkle, and shoes that walk the line between cool-girl and classic. Whether it's a pointed mule or a sleek ballet flat, it's all about balance.</p><p>The vibe? Chic, effortless, and slightly undone in the best way. Style that feels considered without trying too hard. It&#8217;s the art of wearing one color and still making it look like a <em>moment</em>.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18570359,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Weekly Obsessions: Summer Reset- Self Care Routine  Right now, I&#8217;m all about romanticizing the everyday&#8212;especially when it comes to beauty rituals that feel like a little love note to yourself. For me, self-care isn&#8217;t just reserved for the end of the day&#8212;it&#8217;s the fuel that carries me into my daily and productive routine. Little things that feel indulgent but are, at their core, just good habits in a pretty package.  Think: a morning gua sha session with dewy skin and soft music in the background, a mid-afternoon spritz of facial mist as a reset, or a slow moment spent massaging in serum that actually works. I&#8217;ve been loving the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask (yes, even in summer&#8212;it&#8217;s that good), and I swear by my cooling quartz roller for a quick refresh that feels spa-level luxe.  It&#8217;s not just about skincare either&#8212;it&#8217;s about the vibe. Lighting a candle while journaling, sipping matcha while reading something that nourishes your mindset, and building a routine that feels aligned instead of forced. I&#8217;ve been swapping endless scrolls for soul-nourishing reads like Letting Go by David R. Hawkins or 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest&#8212;and let me tell you, the shift is real.  This season, I&#8217;m leaning into rituals that soothe, inspire, and reset me from the inside out. Because when your mind, body, and spirit feel taken care of&#8212;that&#8217;s the real glow.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/166305702?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Weekly Obsessions: Summer Reset- Self Care Routine  Right now, I&#8217;m all about romanticizing the everyday&#8212;especially when it comes to beauty rituals that feel like a little love note to yourself. For me, self-care isn&#8217;t just reserved for the end of the day&#8212;it&#8217;s the fuel that carries me into my daily and productive routine. Little things that feel indulgent but are, at their core, just good habits in a pretty package.  Think: a morning gua sha session with dewy skin and soft music in the background, a mid-afternoon spritz of facial mist as a reset, or a slow moment spent massaging in serum that actually works. I&#8217;ve been loving the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask (yes, even in summer&#8212;it&#8217;s that good), and I swear by my cooling quartz roller for a quick refresh that feels spa-level luxe.  It&#8217;s not just about skincare either&#8212;it&#8217;s about the vibe. Lighting a candle while journaling, sipping matcha while reading something that nourishes your mindset, and building a routine that feels aligned instead of forced. I&#8217;ve been swapping endless scrolls for soul-nourishing reads like Letting Go by David R. Hawkins or 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest&#8212;and let me tell you, the shift is real.  This season, I&#8217;m leaning into rituals that soothe, inspire, and reset me from the inside out. Because when your mind, body, and spirit feel taken care of&#8212;that&#8217;s the real glow." title="Beauty Weekly Obsessions: Summer Reset- Self Care Routine  Right now, I&#8217;m all about romanticizing the everyday&#8212;especially when it comes to beauty rituals that feel like a little love note to yourself. For me, self-care isn&#8217;t just reserved for the end of the day&#8212;it&#8217;s the fuel that carries me into my daily and productive routine. Little things that feel indulgent but are, at their core, just good habits in a pretty package.  Think: a morning gua sha session with dewy skin and soft music in the background, a mid-afternoon spritz of facial mist as a reset, or a slow moment spent massaging in serum that actually works. I&#8217;ve been loving the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask (yes, even in summer&#8212;it&#8217;s that good), and I swear by my cooling quartz roller for a quick refresh that feels spa-level luxe.  It&#8217;s not just about skincare either&#8212;it&#8217;s about the vibe. Lighting a candle while journaling, sipping matcha while reading something that nourishes your mindset, and building a routine that feels aligned instead of forced. I&#8217;ve been swapping endless scrolls for soul-nourishing reads like Letting Go by David R. Hawkins or 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest&#8212;and let me tell you, the shift is real.  This season, I&#8217;m leaning into rituals that soothe, inspire, and reset me from the inside out. Because when your mind, body, and spirit feel taken care of&#8212;that&#8217;s the real glow." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2s7_!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe1d11877-89e5-4665-af64-c7a74a42e10b_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em>Beauty Weekly Obsessions: Summer Reset- Self Care Routine</em></h4><p>Right now, I&#8217;m all about romanticizing the everyday&#8212;especially when it comes to beauty rituals that feel like a little love note to yourself. For me, self-care isn&#8217;t just reserved for the end of the day&#8212;it&#8217;s the fuel that carries me into my daily and productive routine. Little things that feel indulgent but are, at their core, just good habits in a pretty package.</p><p>Think: a morning gua sha session with dewy skin and soft music in the background, a mid-afternoon spritz of facial mist as a reset, or a slow moment spent massaging in serum that actually works. I&#8217;ve been loving the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask (yes, even in summer&#8212;it&#8217;s <em>that</em> good), and I swear by my cooling quartz roller for a quick refresh that feels spa-level luxe.</p><p>It&#8217;s not just about skincare either&#8212;it&#8217;s about the <em>vibe</em>. Lighting a candle while journaling, sipping matcha while reading something that nourishes your mindset, and building a routine that feels aligned instead of forced. I&#8217;ve been swapping endless scrolls for soul-nourishing reads like <em>Letting Go</em> by David R. Hawkins or <em>101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think</em> by Brianna Wiest&#8212;and let me tell you, the shift is real.</p><p>This season, I&#8217;m leaning into rituals that soothe, inspire, and reset me from the inside out. Because when your mind, body, and spirit feel taken care of&#8212;<em>that&#8217;s</em> the real glow.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:13021472,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Summer Reset - Morning Routine  There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.  Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my soft summer era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  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One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows." title="Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Summer Reset - Morning Routine  There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.  Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my soft summer era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2l0U!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F03a14896-7933-4bdd-bf2e-2041b8f25900_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Summer Reset - Morning Routine</strong></em></h4><p>There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.</p><p>Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my <em>soft summer</em> era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.</p><p>It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.</p><p>Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From <em>&#8220;I have to&#8221;</em> to <em>&#8220;I get to.&#8221;</em></p><p>To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.</p><p>Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.</p><p>It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.</p><p>Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Habits That Help Me Stay Positive on the Hardest Days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mindful, effortless, and totally cool-girl coded&#8212;welcome to the wellness habits that help me stay positive even when everything feels like it&#8217;s falling apart]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/7-habits-that-help-me-stay-positive</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/7-habits-that-help-me-stay-positive</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:34:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e1a9aa72-9249-4cc0-af77-884dd52544de_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FDv2!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffb470997-9f99-48cb-a672-4ca0a4f22074_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FDv2!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, 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/__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffb470997-9f99-48cb-a672-4ca0a4f22074_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FDv2!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffb470997-9f99-48cb-a672-4ca0a4f22074_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" 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6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;there are days when it all feels like <em>too much</em>. The to-do lists, the missed texts, the what-am-I-even-doing-with-my-life spirals. But positivity, I&#8217;ve learned, isn&#8217;t about pretending everything&#8217;s okay. It&#8217;s about choosing peace over panic, presence over pressure. </p><p>These seven habits are my lifelines on the days I want to crawl under the covers and disappear. They bring me back to myself&#8212;every single time.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em>1- <strong>Gratitude First, Always</strong></em></h3><p>Even when everything feels like it&#8217;s going wrong&#8212;there&#8217;s always something that&#8217;s going right. And that something is what I anchor into. Whether it&#8217;s a warm shower, the way my matcha foamed perfectly, or the one friend who always texts me back&#8212;gratitude reframes everything.</p><p>I like to ask: <em>What&#8217;s one thing I would miss if it disappeared tomorrow?</em> That question always drops me right into the moment.</p><p><em><strong>Gratitude isn&#8217;t toxic positivity&#8212;it&#8217;s powerful clarity.</strong></em></p><h3><em>2- <strong>Taking Care of My Body Like It&#8217;s My Job</strong></em></h3><p>When my mind feels chaotic, my body becomes my grounding place. A slow walk. A sweaty pilates class. Even just stretching on the floor. It reminds me that I&#8217;m here. I&#8217;m alive. And I deserve to feel good.</p><p>I don&#8217;t move to punish&#8212;I move to <em>soothe</em>.<br>I don&#8217;t eat to control&#8212;I eat to <em>nourish</em>.<br>I don&#8217;t sleep because I &#8220;should&#8221;&#8212;I sleep because rest is sacred.</p><p><em><strong>Sometimes, we just have to shake it off!</strong></em></p><h3><em>3- <strong>Speaking to Myself Like I Would My Best Friend</strong></em></h3><p>Some of the things we say to ourselves? We&#8217;d never say them out loud. So why is it okay inside our heads?</p><p>When I&#8217;m spiraling, I pause and ask: <em>Would I say this to someone I love?</em> If not, I reframe it.<br>Instead of: &#8220;You&#8217;re falling behind,&#8221; I say: &#8220;You&#8217;re doing your best. Keep going.&#8221;<br>Instead of: &#8220;You messed this up,&#8221; I say: &#8220;You&#8217;re learning. Try again.&#8221;</p><p>Positivity starts with your internal dialogue. The narrative in your head matters more than anything.</p><h3><em>4- <strong>Connecting with Me and Muting the Noise</strong></em></h3><p>On the hardest days, I go inward. I journal. I breathe. I stare at the ceiling. I ask myself questions like:</p><p><em>-What do I need right now?</em></p><p><em>-What would feel good today?</em></p><p><em>-Is this mine&#8212;or did I absorb it from someone else?</em></p><p>The truth is: when the world gets loud, our own voice gets buried. So I&#8217;ve made it a practice to <em>tune back in</em>. Because no one else knows what I need more than I do.</p>
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We&#8217;re talking sequin skirts styled with baby tees, unapologetically bold accessories, buttery yellow nails with gem-like accents (yes, really), and interiors that channel the stunning Versailles Palace&#8212;in the best and semi-obtainable way. Nothing is too precious&#8212;everything is curated, fun, and slightly offbeat in the coolest way possible.  So whether you&#8217;re here to revamp your wardrobe, elevate your space, or just indulge in a scroll-worthy serotonin boost&#8212;you&#8217;re in the right place. Welcome to this week&#8217;s rotation of everything stylish, soulful, and completely cool-girl coded.  Let&#8217;s get into it" title="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Right now, I&#8217;m deep in my seasonal reset era. 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Let&#8217;s get into it" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HHUw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9796a8b3-e6be-426a-894c-de4ababe0474_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HHUw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9796a8b3-e6be-426a-894c-de4ababe0474_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HHUw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9796a8b3-e6be-426a-894c-de4ababe0474_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HHUw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9796a8b3-e6be-426a-894c-de4ababe0474_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em><strong>Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.</strong></em></p><p>Right now, I&#8217;m deep in my seasonal reset era. Think romantic but never predictable style; interiors that feel like art you can live in; and daily rituals that turn ordinary moments into main character ones. This week&#8217;s lineup is a little fashion fantasy, a little home inspo, and a whole lot of aesthetic joy.</p><p>We&#8217;re talking sequin skirts styled with baby tees, unapologetically bold accessories, buttery yellow nails with gem-like accents (yes, really), and interiors that channel the stunning Versailles Palace&#8212;in the best and semi-obtainable way. Nothing is too precious&#8212;everything is curated, fun, and slightly offbeat in the coolest way possible.</p><p>So whether you&#8217;re here to revamp your wardrobe, elevate your space, or just indulge in a scroll-worthy serotonin boost&#8212;you&#8217;re in the right place. Welcome to this week&#8217;s rotation of everything stylish, soulful, and completely cool-girl coded.</p><p>Let&#8217;s get into it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:23204469,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160141924?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." title="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples</strong></em></h4><p>Colors, textures and style are having <em>a moment</em> in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or <a href="https://theprintedclub.etsy.com/listing/1881188550">baby tees</a>, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.</p><p>Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? <em>Essential.</em> A perfectly oversized button-up? <em>Non-negotiable.</em></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.</p><p>From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:16198934,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Fun Nails   There&#8217;s just something about fresh nails that makes the whole day feel elevated. Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with nails that look like wearable art&#8212;think jelly pinks, soft ombr&#233;s, star-dusted sheers, and playful pops of unexpected color. It&#8217;s the kind of beauty that doesn&#8217;t try too hard but still makes a statement. You know, like you just have good taste.  Summer is the perfect time to have fun with it. Glossy finishes, dreamy pastels, Y2K sparkle&#8212;there are no rules except &#8220;make it fun, make it pretty.&#8221; The goal? Nails that look like they belong in a moodboard. They add that little hit of joy to your look, whether you're clutching an iced matcha or scrolling through Pinterest with dangerously cute fingers.  Because honestly? You are nicer when you like your nails. And it&#8217;s your sign to book that appointment (or DIY it with your favorite polish and podcast combo). Either way, let your fingertips do the talking this season.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/165400968?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Fun Nails   There&#8217;s just something about fresh nails that makes the whole day feel elevated. Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with nails that look like wearable art&#8212;think jelly pinks, soft ombr&#233;s, star-dusted sheers, and playful pops of unexpected color. It&#8217;s the kind of beauty that doesn&#8217;t try too hard but still makes a statement. You know, like you just have good taste.  Summer is the perfect time to have fun with it. Glossy finishes, dreamy pastels, Y2K sparkle&#8212;there are no rules except &#8220;make it fun, make it pretty.&#8221; The goal? Nails that look like they belong in a moodboard. They add that little hit of joy to your look, whether you're clutching an iced matcha or scrolling through Pinterest with dangerously cute fingers.  Because honestly? You are nicer when you like your nails. And it&#8217;s your sign to book that appointment (or DIY it with your favorite polish and podcast combo). Either way, let your fingertips do the talking this season." title="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Fun Nails   There&#8217;s just something about fresh nails that makes the whole day feel elevated. Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with nails that look like wearable art&#8212;think jelly pinks, soft ombr&#233;s, star-dusted sheers, and playful pops of unexpected color. It&#8217;s the kind of beauty that doesn&#8217;t try too hard but still makes a statement. You know, like you just have good taste.  Summer is the perfect time to have fun with it. Glossy finishes, dreamy pastels, Y2K sparkle&#8212;there are no rules except &#8220;make it fun, make it pretty.&#8221; The goal? Nails that look like they belong in a moodboard. They add that little hit of joy to your look, whether you're clutching an iced matcha or scrolling through Pinterest with dangerously cute fingers.  Because honestly? You are nicer when you like your nails. And it&#8217;s your sign to book that appointment (or DIY it with your favorite polish and podcast combo). Either way, let your fingertips do the talking this season." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XECZ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc7173f46-2e28-4664-8679-5f9678aa6fd7_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Fun Nails </strong></em></h4><p>There&#8217;s just something about fresh nails that makes the whole day feel elevated. Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with nails that look like wearable art&#8212;think jelly pinks, soft ombr&#233;s, star-dusted sheers, and playful pops of unexpected color. It&#8217;s the kind of beauty that doesn&#8217;t try too hard but still makes a statement. You know, like <em>you just have good taste</em>.</p><p>Summer is the perfect time to have fun with it. Glossy finishes, dreamy pastels, Y2K sparkle&#8212;there are no rules except &#8220;make it fun, make it pretty.&#8221; The goal? Nails that look like they belong in a moodboard. They add that little hit of joy to your look, whether you're clutching an iced matcha or scrolling through Pinterest with dangerously cute fingers.</p><p>Because honestly? You <em>are</em> nicer when you like your nails. And it&#8217;s your sign to book that appointment (or DIY it with your favorite polish and podcast combo). Either way, let your fingertips do the talking this season.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:9715735,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Interiors that Have Soul and  Inspire  This week&#8217;s lifestyle obsession? Spaces with soul. I&#8217;m officially saying no to sterile minimalism and yes to interiors that move you&#8212;think grand libraries, historic tiles, dramatic light play, and rooms that whisper stories (instead of echoing silence). The vibe? Less &#8220;tech startup,&#8221; more &#8220;artful escape.&#8221;  We&#8217;re talking spaces that inspire just by existing. Where the walls are painted with history, the light hits different, and even the furniture feels like it has a past life. There&#8217;s a romantic rebellion in choosing rooms that aren&#8217;t just functional&#8212;they&#8217;re emotional, alive, and totally unforgettable.  Because life is too short to be surrounded by beige rectangles and greige everything. Give me stunning curtains, frescos on the ceiling, and chandeliers that sparkle like they&#8217;ve seen some things. Spaces should stir something in you. This week, I&#8217;m letting beautiful architecture be part of my self-care routine.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/165400968?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Interiors that Have Soul and  Inspire  This week&#8217;s lifestyle obsession? Spaces with soul. I&#8217;m officially saying no to sterile minimalism and yes to interiors that move you&#8212;think grand libraries, historic tiles, dramatic light play, and rooms that whisper stories (instead of echoing silence). The vibe? Less &#8220;tech startup,&#8221; more &#8220;artful escape.&#8221;  We&#8217;re talking spaces that inspire just by existing. Where the walls are painted with history, the light hits different, and even the furniture feels like it has a past life. There&#8217;s a romantic rebellion in choosing rooms that aren&#8217;t just functional&#8212;they&#8217;re emotional, alive, and totally unforgettable.  Because life is too short to be surrounded by beige rectangles and greige everything. Give me stunning curtains, frescos on the ceiling, and chandeliers that sparkle like they&#8217;ve seen some things. Spaces should stir something in you. This week, I&#8217;m letting beautiful architecture be part of my self-care routine." title="Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Interiors that Have Soul and  Inspire  This week&#8217;s lifestyle obsession? Spaces with soul. I&#8217;m officially saying no to sterile minimalism and yes to interiors that move you&#8212;think grand libraries, historic tiles, dramatic light play, and rooms that whisper stories (instead of echoing silence). The vibe? Less &#8220;tech startup,&#8221; more &#8220;artful escape.&#8221;  We&#8217;re talking spaces that inspire just by existing. Where the walls are painted with history, the light hits different, and even the furniture feels like it has a past life. There&#8217;s a romantic rebellion in choosing rooms that aren&#8217;t just functional&#8212;they&#8217;re emotional, alive, and totally unforgettable.  Because life is too short to be surrounded by beige rectangles and greige everything. Give me stunning curtains, frescos on the ceiling, and chandeliers that sparkle like they&#8217;ve seen some things. Spaces should stir something in you. This week, I&#8217;m letting beautiful architecture be part of my self-care routine." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BlJt!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F08cea416-2c79-41f4-b1c8-0bb5da8836a8_6000x3375.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: </strong>Interiors that Have Soul and  Inspire</em></h4><p>This week&#8217;s lifestyle obsession? Spaces with soul. I&#8217;m officially saying no to sterile minimalism and yes to interiors that move you&#8212;think grand libraries, historic tiles, dramatic light play, and rooms that whisper stories (instead of echoing silence). The vibe? Less &#8220;tech startup,&#8221; more &#8220;artful escape.&#8221;</p><p>We&#8217;re talking spaces that inspire just by existing. Where the walls are painted with history, the light hits different, and even the furniture feels like it has a past life. There&#8217;s a romantic rebellion in choosing rooms that aren&#8217;t just functional&#8212;they&#8217;re emotional, alive, and totally unforgettable.</p><p>Because life is too short to be surrounded by beige rectangles and greige everything. Give me stunning curtains, frescos on the ceiling, and chandeliers that sparkle like they&#8217;ve seen some things. Spaces should stir something in you. This week, I&#8217;m letting beautiful architecture be part of my self-care routine.</p><p>So that&#8217;s the vibe this week: art in motion, beauty in the details, and style that speaks before you say a word. From sequined skirts that shimmer with every step, to nails that double as mini masterpieces, and interiors that actually make you <em>feel</em> something &#8212; it&#8217;s all about surrounding yourself with things that inspire.</p><p>Whether it&#8217;s what you wear, how you decorate, or the tiny ways you show up for yourself, this is your reminder that life is the ultimate canvas. Curate it like you mean it.</p><p>Until next time &#8212; stay artistic, stay bold, and never underestimate the power of a cool-girl like yourself.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Simple Concepts That Completely Changed My Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mindful, effortless and totally cool girl coded, welcome to the simple concepts that shifted my perception and changed my life]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/10-simple-concepts-that-completely</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/10-simple-concepts-that-completely</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:51:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8e260f67-5098-4067-ad6c-e7f40612ebaa_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:20685641,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;There was a time I thought growth had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The Glow Up of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.  These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective&#8212;a sentence you read, a moment of clarity, a concept you finally get.  These are the quiet truths. The ones that hit you on a walk, while journaling, mid-conversation with a friend, or during a cry-laugh breakdown on FaceTime.  So here are 10 concepts that completely and effortlessly changed my life. They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but don&#8217;t mistake that for small. These are the ideas that unlocked peace, confidence, and softness. The kind that feels like dancing while getting ready, or reading outside on a golden day.  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The ones that hit you on a walk, while journaling, mid-conversation with a friend, or during a cry-laugh breakdown on FaceTime.  So here are 10 concepts that completely and effortlessly changed my life. They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but don&#8217;t mistake that for small. These are the ideas that unlocked peace, confidence, and softness. The kind that feels like dancing while getting ready, or reading outside on a golden day.  This is for the girlies protecting their peace, living intentionally, and taking their power back&#8212;one mindset shift at a time." title="There was a time I thought growth had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The Glow Up of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.  These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective&#8212;a sentence you read, a moment of clarity, a concept you finally get.  These are the quiet truths. The ones that hit you on a walk, while journaling, mid-conversation with a friend, or during a cry-laugh breakdown on FaceTime.  So here are 10 concepts that completely and effortlessly changed my life. They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but don&#8217;t mistake that for small. These are the ideas that unlocked peace, confidence, and softness. The kind that feels like dancing while getting ready, or reading outside on a golden day.  This is for the girlies protecting their peace, living intentionally, and taking their power back&#8212;one mindset shift at a time." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QA-F!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2855f58-b928-413f-8ddb-f71cbb246ac7_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>There was a time I thought growth had to be dramatic. A full reinvention. The <em>Glow Up</em> of the century. But the truth is, those transformations are usually so drastic they become unsustainable.</p><p>These days, I much prefer quiet, slow shifts in perspective&#8212;a sentence you read, a moment of clarity, a concept you finally <em>get</em>.</p><p>These are the quiet truths. The ones that hit you on a walk, while journaling, mid-conversation with a friend, or during a cry-laugh breakdown on FaceTime.</p><p>So here are 10 concepts that completely and effortlessly changed my life. They&#8217;re simple&#8212;but don&#8217;t mistake that for small. These are the ideas that unlocked peace, confidence, and softness. The kind that feels like dancing while getting ready, or reading outside on a golden day.</p><p>This is for the girlies protecting their peace, living intentionally, and taking their power back&#8212;one mindset shift at a time.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em><strong>1- Let Them (Mel Robbins&#8217; Rule That Saved My Sanity)</strong></em></h3><p>Let them misunderstand you. Let them post passive-aggressively. Let them judge. Let them be wrong about you.</p><p>Seriously&#8212;let them.</p><p>I used to over-explain, justify, clarify, overthink. But the truth? People will believe what they want. Trying to control their perception is emotional cardio with no payoff. Once someone makes up their mind about you, it&#8217;s hard to change it&#8212;and that perception is often clouded by their own struggles and insecurities.</p><p>The &#8220;Let Them&#8221; rule became a permission slip to release. To stop fighting for approval or fairness or understanding&#8212;and to start protecting my peace instead.</p><p>Because the real flex? Is peace over performance. Why care? It does <em>nothing</em> positive for you.</p><h3><em><strong>2- Life Isn&#8217;t Unlimited &#8212; Spend It Like It Matters</strong></em></h3><p>Here&#8217;s the uncomfortable truth: you don&#8217;t have forever. And neither do the people you love.</p><p>That doesn&#8217;t mean spiral into existential dread&#8212;it means <em>wake up.</em></p><p>Say &#8220;no&#8221; more. Work on something you actually enjoy. Study what lights you up. Draw. Wear that stunning look. Text that friend you&#8217;ve been thinking about. Stop performing for people who wouldn&#8217;t even notice if you went silent. Call the people who matter. Hug a little tighter.</p><p>Time is the most valuable thing we own. Spend it like you know that.</p><h3><em><strong>3- You Can Change Your Life </strong></em></h3><p>No, you don&#8217;t have to throw everything away and move to Paris (unless you want to). But you <em>do</em> have the power to change your trajectory.</p><p>I used to think life just happened to me, and I had to adapt. That&#8217;s <em>partly</em> true&#8212;but we have way more influence over our path than we often admit. Now I know: life responds to how we move, and to the decisions we make.</p><p>If you&#8217;re not where you want to be&#8212;good news. You&#8217;re not stuck. You&#8217;re just ready for change. Get clear on what you want and take small, consistent steps toward it. Momentum is everything.</p><p>Change isn&#8217;t always dramatic. Sometimes, it&#8217;s just a softer morning, a boundary that holds, or a thought you choose <em>not</em> to overthink.</p><h3><em><strong>4- Nothing Is That Deep (Most Things Are Reversible)</strong></em></h3><p>Here&#8217;s a concept I wish more people understood: <em>you&#8217;re allowed to change your mind.</em></p><p>We put way too much pressure on every decision. But the truth? Most things aren&#8217;t permanent. You can pivot. You can start over&#8212;again and again.</p><p>That &#8220;friend&#8221; you dread meeting? Cancel.<br>That major you hate? Switch it.<br>That choice that no longer fits? Undo it.</p><p>Sure, change is hard&#8212;and not always simple&#8212;but staying stuck is harder. You don&#8217;t want to be 40 resenting a decision you could&#8217;ve changed in your 20s. And quitting? Doesn&#8217;t make you a failure. It means you&#8217;re pivoting, and choosing not to waste more time.</p><p>We treat every moment like the final scene of a movie&#8212;but 9 out of 10 times? It&#8217;s not that serious. Life is full of exits, detours, and redo buttons.</p><p>Spoiler: Freedom lives on the other side of &#8220;What if I just <em>tried</em>?&#8221;</p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accessories, Being Present & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Present, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/accessories-being-present-and-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/accessories-being-present-and-everything</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2025 18:27:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e3be69b1-6d18-4704-bae2-edf4872e4cb7_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3I2X!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F879b7045-dfe6-461f-83cc-49a398dc5bba_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 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Present, stylish, and fully cool-girl coded. We&#8217;re talking accessories that do all the talking (hello, embellished bags and unapologetically fun shoes), a mindset rooted in being here <em>now</em>, and that soft glam energy that makes everything feel just a little more luxe.</p><p>I&#8217;m currently in my &#8220;enjoy the moment&#8221; era&#8212;and it shows. Whether it&#8217;s slipping into a pair of stunning sling backs that feel like wearable poetry, or layering gold jewelry like armor for the soul, every detail has its place. I&#8217;m letting myself indulge in the power of dressing up <em>just because</em>, and the magic of anchoring into the now&#8212;yes, even if that means turning a Tuesday into a moment.</p><p>This edit is part love letter to the little things (a killer heel, a fuzzy cow-print mule) and part reminder that being present is the <em>real</em> flex. Accessories that feel like personality pieces? I&#8217;m in. A good quote that hits like a mini therapy session? Even better.</p><p>So whether you&#8217;re here for the fashion, the vibes, or the pause-and-soak-it-in energy&#8212;consider this your invitation to slow down, dress up, and lean into everything chic, intentional, and just a little bit extra.</p><p><em>Let&#8217;s get into it.</em></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u3WU!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8b622bfc-263d-40b2-a227-32e8e3aad40b_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u3WU!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, 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/__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8b622bfc-263d-40b2-a227-32e8e3aad40b_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u3WU!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8b622bfc-263d-40b2-a227-32e8e3aad40b_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u3WU!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8b622bfc-263d-40b2-a227-32e8e3aad40b_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u3WU!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8b622bfc-263d-40b2-a227-32e8e3aad40b_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Accessories Lover</strong></em></h4><p>Let&#8217;s talk fashion&#8212;specifically, my current obsession: <strong>statement accessories</strong>. This week, it&#8217;s become even more clear to me that the real magic in styling lives in the details. A perfectly chosen piece&#8212;whether it&#8217;s a chunky ring, a bold belt, or a playful pair of shoes&#8212;has the power to transform even the most basic look into something <em>intentional</em>, expressive, and cool-girl approved.</p><p>I&#8217;ve been reaching for accessories that do all the heavy lifting: satin vintage kitten heels that feel like art, animal-print mules that scream personality, and textured bags that turn heads without trying too hard. These aren&#8217;t just outfit add-ons&#8212;they&#8217;re the main character. A great shoe or bag instantly sets the tone, telling a story before you even say a word.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been pairing classic silhouettes (like relaxed denim, <a href="https://theprintedclub.etsy.com/listing/4303351241">baby tees</a> and oversized blazers) with a rotation of accessories that bring it all to life. Think vintage-inspired jewelry, statement clutches, and heels that make you want to walk just a little slower, purely to show them off.</p><p>It&#8217;s not just about aesthetics&#8212;it&#8217;s about energy. The right accessory adds confidence. It says, &#8220;I showed up for myself.&#8221; And that, to me, is the core of good fashion. So yes, the clothes matter&#8212;but it&#8217;s the accessories that seal the deal.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xUWQ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdb312b7c-7681-4685-8c77-a385672f1de3_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xUWQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdb312b7c-7681-4685-8c77-a385672f1de3_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xUWQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, 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No heavy layers, no over-the-top glam&#8212;just skin that looks like skin, makeup that enhances rather than hides, and the quiet confidence that comes from truly liking what you see in the mirror.</p><p>Glowy, effortless beauty is the vibe. Dewy skin, flushed cheeks, and barely-there makeup that makes you feel like you, just a little more radiant. But beyond the products, it&#8217;s about embracing who we are&#8212;our features, our quirks, the little things that make us unique. There&#8217;s something powerful about feeling at home in your own skin, about finding beauty in what&#8217;s already there rather than trying to change it.</p><p>I guess I&#8217;ve been feeling like there&#8217;s nothing more empowering than getting your power back by not feeding into the cycle of insecurities and mass production. &#8220;Improving&#8221; with makeup or skincare because you want to, not because you feel like you need to. Being okay with having flaws&#8212;being human.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!KYA3!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa02dcad0-d417-49e7-9cf8-89801f640475_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!KYA3!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa02dcad0-d417-49e7-9cf8-89801f640475_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!KYA3!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, 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We spend so much time waiting for the &#8220;next best thing,&#8221; the next version of ourselves, or the next perfect moment, that we forget the beauty of what&#8217;s already here. The cute mug filled with your favorite tea, the messy hair after a long bath, the playlist that hits just right at golden hour&#8212;this is <em>it</em>. This is the moment.</p><p>I&#8217;ve been gently unlearning the need to optimize every second and instead giving myself permission to <em>just be</em>. To breathe, to feel, to enjoy the chaos and calm in equal measure. Life isn&#8217;t flawless, but that&#8217;s never been the goal. It&#8217;s about joy in the in-between.</p><p>The quote that&#8217;s been on loop in my mind? <em>&#8220;Stop measuring days by degree of productivity and start experiencing them by degree of presence.&#8221;</em> It&#8217;s a mantra and a reminder that joy doesn&#8217;t arrive when everything&#8217;s perfect&#8212;it blooms in the cracks, in the softness, in the now.</p><p>So here&#8217;s your nudge to stop chasing and start living. <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">Romanticize the ordinary</a>. Celebrate the moment. The future is for dreaming, but the present is for living. And honestly? It&#8217;s more than enough.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Wellness Habits That Helped Me Improve My Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mindful, effortless and totally cool girl coded, welcome to my morning routine habits that helped me improve my life]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/morning-wellness-habits-that-helped</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/morning-wellness-habits-that-helped</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 10:55:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b509ee70-7e7f-48f8-9793-3510d69657fb_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:13716299,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness and morning routines these days have become just another performance. Curated, extended, and often unrealistic routines. Overpriced smoothies. A new &#8220;that girl&#8221; routine every two weeks.  But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.  This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the doable, daily morning habits that have slowly and softly improved my life, and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise.My Morning Routine Habits  1- Wake up at a scheduled time (no snooze button, ever)  Let me be real&#8212;the snooze button used to be my toxic friend. Now, I use the Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule. As soon as my alarm rings and I&#8217;ve done my daily gratitude exercise, I count backwards: 5-4-3-2-1, and I get up. That&#8217;s it. It&#8217;s the micro-moment that sets everything else in motion. Getting up with intention&#8212;even if I feel a little groggy&#8212;makes me feel like I&#8217;ve already accomplished something.  Cool Girl Tip: Set your alarm for a time you can actually commit to. Start with consistency before aiming for &#8220;early.&#8221;  2- Gratitude check-in &#8212; while still in bed  Before I touch my phone or even get up, I lie in bed and mentally list what I&#8217;m grateful for: people, opportunities, small joys like my morning tea or cozy sheets. It&#8217;s a quiet, grounding moment that reminds me&#8212;I already have so much to be thankful for.  This habit has rewired my brain to look for good things first, instead of stress or urgency.  3- Make tea, clean my face, ice roll, and make my bed  My &#8220;soft launch&#8221; into the day. I start by brewing my tea (green tea is my go-to), then do a light skincare routine and ice roll. The sensation of the cold roller on my skin is like an espresso shot for my face. Then I make my bed&#8212;it instantly makes the room feel more organized and signals to my brain: we&#8217;re done sleeping, it&#8217;s time to live.  4- No phone for the first 30 minutes  This has been revolutionary. The world can wait. I don&#8217;t want the first thing I see to be a text, an awful news alert, or someone complaining. Besides, nothing urgent will add anything valuable to my morning. That first half hour is sacred&#8212;just me and my thoughts. Offline is the new luxury&#8212;and it&#8217;s free.  5- Move my body  Some days it&#8217;s a long, slow Pilates session. Others, it&#8217;s a sweaty gym workout. And when I don&#8217;t really feel like it&#8212;just a 10-minute at-home Youtube workout. It doesn&#8217;t have to be intense&#8212;it just has to happen. Movement reminds me that I&#8217;m alive. It reconnects me to my body and clears out mental fog. I don&#8217;t work out to change my body&#8212;I do it to recharge and, most importantly, as an act of self-love.  6- Shower, skincare, and affirmations  While I get ready, I play affirmations or music that lifts me up. My current playlist is a mix of jazz and inspiring instrumentals that put me in such a joyful place&#8212;I love it. Some mornings, I need confidence boosts or help reprogramming limiting beliefs. Other days, I need softness and inspiring sounds.  7- Eat a nourishing breakfast  Always. This is non-negotiable. Whether it&#8217;s avocado toast with eggs, a Greek yogurt bowl with fruit, or a delicious wrap paired with a smoothie, I eat something that makes me feel strong and nourished. Food is fuel, but it&#8217;s also joy&#8212;and I deserve both. I try to stay away from overly sugary options, but when I want something sweet, I just go for it. I never restrict myself. Our relationship with food can be complex, and I want mine to feel intuitive, not restrictive.  8- I&#8217;m ready. Let&#8217;s go.  No rushing. No stress. I feel clear, grounded, and ready to take on my day&#8212;not because it&#8217;s perfect, but because I gave myself the space to show up for me  Why My Morning Routine Changed Everything  When you win your morning, you win your day. And when you win enough days, you start to change your life.  For me, a morning routine isn&#8217;t about productivity for productivity&#8217;s sake. It&#8217;s about sovereignty&#8212;claiming the first part of the day for me, before the world makes demands.  Having a consistent, mindful morning practice has helped me reduce anxiety, boost my energy, stay emotionally balanced, and feel deeply connected to myself. It made me realize that wellness doesn&#8217;t have to be loud or Instagrammable&#8212;it just has to work for you.  A Gentle Reminder Before You Start  Don&#8217;t try to change everything at once&#8212;that&#8217;s the fastest path to burnout. Start with one habit, like waking up at the same time each day without snoozing. Once that feels easy, layer in another habit. Let your routine evolve with you. Let it be fluid, intuitive, and supportive.  This isn&#8217;t a prescription&#8212;it&#8217;s a love letter.To mornings.To rituals.To the tiny decisions that build a beautiful life.  Let your routine reflect who you are becoming, not just who you&#8217;ve been.  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This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the doable, daily morning habits that have slowly and softly improved my life, and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise.My Morning Routine Habits  1- Wake up at a scheduled time (no snooze button, ever)  Let me be real&#8212;the snooze button used to be my toxic friend. Now, I use the Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule. As soon as my alarm rings and I&#8217;ve done my daily gratitude exercise, I count backwards: 5-4-3-2-1, and I get up. That&#8217;s it. It&#8217;s the micro-moment that sets everything else in motion. Getting up with intention&#8212;even if I feel a little groggy&#8212;makes me feel like I&#8217;ve already accomplished something.  Cool Girl Tip: Set your alarm for a time you can actually commit to. Start with consistency before aiming for &#8220;early.&#8221;  2- Gratitude check-in &#8212; while still in bed  Before I touch my phone or even get up, I lie in bed and mentally list what I&#8217;m grateful for: people, opportunities, small joys like my morning tea or cozy sheets. It&#8217;s a quiet, grounding moment that reminds me&#8212;I already have so much to be thankful for.  This habit has rewired my brain to look for good things first, instead of stress or urgency.  3- Make tea, clean my face, ice roll, and make my bed  My &#8220;soft launch&#8221; into the day. I start by brewing my tea (green tea is my go-to), then do a light skincare routine and ice roll. The sensation of the cold roller on my skin is like an espresso shot for my face. Then I make my bed&#8212;it instantly makes the room feel more organized and signals to my brain: we&#8217;re done sleeping, it&#8217;s time to live.  4- No phone for the first 30 minutes  This has been revolutionary. The world can wait. I don&#8217;t want the first thing I see to be a text, an awful news alert, or someone complaining. Besides, nothing urgent will add anything valuable to my morning. That first half hour is sacred&#8212;just me and my thoughts. Offline is the new luxury&#8212;and it&#8217;s free.  5- Move my body  Some days it&#8217;s a long, slow Pilates session. Others, it&#8217;s a sweaty gym workout. And when I don&#8217;t really feel like it&#8212;just a 10-minute at-home Youtube workout. It doesn&#8217;t have to be intense&#8212;it just has to happen. Movement reminds me that I&#8217;m alive. It reconnects me to my body and clears out mental fog. I don&#8217;t work out to change my body&#8212;I do it to recharge and, most importantly, as an act of self-love.  6- Shower, skincare, and affirmations  While I get ready, I play affirmations or music that lifts me up. My current playlist is a mix of jazz and inspiring instrumentals that put me in such a joyful place&#8212;I love it. Some mornings, I need confidence boosts or help reprogramming limiting beliefs. Other days, I need softness and inspiring sounds.  7- Eat a nourishing breakfast  Always. This is non-negotiable. Whether it&#8217;s avocado toast with eggs, a Greek yogurt bowl with fruit, or a delicious wrap paired with a smoothie, I eat something that makes me feel strong and nourished. Food is fuel, but it&#8217;s also joy&#8212;and I deserve both. I try to stay away from overly sugary options, but when I want something sweet, I just go for it. I never restrict myself. Our relationship with food can be complex, and I want mine to feel intuitive, not restrictive.  8- I&#8217;m ready. Let&#8217;s go.  No rushing. No stress. I feel clear, grounded, and ready to take on my day&#8212;not because it&#8217;s perfect, but because I gave myself the space to show up for me  Why My Morning Routine Changed Everything  When you win your morning, you win your day. And when you win enough days, you start to change your life.  For me, a morning routine isn&#8217;t about productivity for productivity&#8217;s sake. It&#8217;s about sovereignty&#8212;claiming the first part of the day for me, before the world makes demands.  Having a consistent, mindful morning practice has helped me reduce anxiety, boost my energy, stay emotionally balanced, and feel deeply connected to myself. It made me realize that wellness doesn&#8217;t have to be loud or Instagrammable&#8212;it just has to work for you.  A Gentle Reminder Before You Start  Don&#8217;t try to change everything at once&#8212;that&#8217;s the fastest path to burnout. Start with one habit, like waking up at the same time each day without snoozing. Once that feels easy, layer in another habit. Let your routine evolve with you. Let it be fluid, intuitive, and supportive.  This isn&#8217;t a prescription&#8212;it&#8217;s a love letter.To mornings.To rituals.To the tiny decisions that build a beautiful life.  Let your routine reflect who you are becoming, not just who you&#8217;ve been.  You&#8217;re already doing better than you think." title="Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness and morning routines these days have become just another performance. Curated, extended, and often unrealistic routines. Overpriced smoothies. A new &#8220;that girl&#8221; routine every two weeks.  But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.  This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the doable, daily morning habits that have slowly and softly improved my life, and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise.My Morning Routine Habits  1- Wake up at a scheduled time (no snooze button, ever)  Let me be real&#8212;the snooze button used to be my toxic friend. Now, I use the Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule. As soon as my alarm rings and I&#8217;ve done my daily gratitude exercise, I count backwards: 5-4-3-2-1, and I get up. That&#8217;s it. It&#8217;s the micro-moment that sets everything else in motion. Getting up with intention&#8212;even if I feel a little groggy&#8212;makes me feel like I&#8217;ve already accomplished something.  Cool Girl Tip: Set your alarm for a time you can actually commit to. Start with consistency before aiming for &#8220;early.&#8221;  2- Gratitude check-in &#8212; while still in bed  Before I touch my phone or even get up, I lie in bed and mentally list what I&#8217;m grateful for: people, opportunities, small joys like my morning tea or cozy sheets. It&#8217;s a quiet, grounding moment that reminds me&#8212;I already have so much to be thankful for.  This habit has rewired my brain to look for good things first, instead of stress or urgency.  3- Make tea, clean my face, ice roll, and make my bed  My &#8220;soft launch&#8221; into the day. I start by brewing my tea (green tea is my go-to), then do a light skincare routine and ice roll. The sensation of the cold roller on my skin is like an espresso shot for my face. Then I make my bed&#8212;it instantly makes the room feel more organized and signals to my brain: we&#8217;re done sleeping, it&#8217;s time to live.  4- No phone for the first 30 minutes  This has been revolutionary. The world can wait. I don&#8217;t want the first thing I see to be a text, an awful news alert, or someone complaining. Besides, nothing urgent will add anything valuable to my morning. That first half hour is sacred&#8212;just me and my thoughts. Offline is the new luxury&#8212;and it&#8217;s free.  5- Move my body  Some days it&#8217;s a long, slow Pilates session. Others, it&#8217;s a sweaty gym workout. And when I don&#8217;t really feel like it&#8212;just a 10-minute at-home Youtube workout. It doesn&#8217;t have to be intense&#8212;it just has to happen. Movement reminds me that I&#8217;m alive. It reconnects me to my body and clears out mental fog. I don&#8217;t work out to change my body&#8212;I do it to recharge and, most importantly, as an act of self-love.  6- Shower, skincare, and affirmations  While I get ready, I play affirmations or music that lifts me up. My current playlist is a mix of jazz and inspiring instrumentals that put me in such a joyful place&#8212;I love it. Some mornings, I need confidence boosts or help reprogramming limiting beliefs. Other days, I need softness and inspiring sounds.  7- Eat a nourishing breakfast  Always. This is non-negotiable. Whether it&#8217;s avocado toast with eggs, a Greek yogurt bowl with fruit, or a delicious wrap paired with a smoothie, I eat something that makes me feel strong and nourished. Food is fuel, but it&#8217;s also joy&#8212;and I deserve both. I try to stay away from overly sugary options, but when I want something sweet, I just go for it. I never restrict myself. Our relationship with food can be complex, and I want mine to feel intuitive, not restrictive.  8- I&#8217;m ready. Let&#8217;s go.  No rushing. No stress. I feel clear, grounded, and ready to take on my day&#8212;not because it&#8217;s perfect, but because I gave myself the space to show up for me  Why My Morning Routine Changed Everything  When you win your morning, you win your day. And when you win enough days, you start to change your life.  For me, a morning routine isn&#8217;t about productivity for productivity&#8217;s sake. It&#8217;s about sovereignty&#8212;claiming the first part of the day for me, before the world makes demands.  Having a consistent, mindful morning practice has helped me reduce anxiety, boost my energy, stay emotionally balanced, and feel deeply connected to myself. It made me realize that wellness doesn&#8217;t have to be loud or Instagrammable&#8212;it just has to work for you.  A Gentle Reminder Before You Start  Don&#8217;t try to change everything at once&#8212;that&#8217;s the fastest path to burnout. Start with one habit, like waking up at the same time each day without snoozing. Once that feels easy, layer in another habit. Let your routine evolve with you. Let it be fluid, intuitive, and supportive.  This isn&#8217;t a prescription&#8212;it&#8217;s a love letter.To mornings.To rituals.To the tiny decisions that build a beautiful life.  Let your routine reflect who you are becoming, not just who you&#8217;ve been.  You&#8217;re already doing better than you think." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!MNZI!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddaa5c33-a491-4e81-9916-7ed49a25436c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness and morning routines these days have become just another performance. Curated, extended, and often unrealistic routines. Overpriced smoothies. A new <em>&#8220;that girl&#8221;</em> routine every two weeks.</p><p>But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.</p><p>This is a love letter to <em>that</em> kind of wellness&#8212;the doable, daily morning habits that have slowly and softly improved my life, and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><h2><em><strong>My Morning Routine Habits</strong></em></h2><h3><em><strong>1- Wake up at a scheduled time (no snooze button, ever)</strong></em></h3><p>Let me be real&#8212;the snooze button used to be my toxic friend. Now, I use the Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule. As soon as my alarm rings and I&#8217;ve done my daily gratitude exercise, I count backwards: 5-4-3-2-1, and I get up. That&#8217;s it. It&#8217;s the micro-moment that sets everything else in motion. Getting up with intention&#8212;even if I feel a little groggy&#8212;makes me feel like I&#8217;ve already accomplished something.</p><p><em><strong>Cool Girl Tip:</strong> Set your alarm for a time you can actually commit to. Start with consistency before aiming for &#8220;early.&#8221;</em></p><h3><em><strong>2- Gratitude check-in &#8212; while still in bed</strong></em></h3><p>Before I touch my phone or even get up, I lie in bed and mentally list what I&#8217;m grateful for: people, opportunities, small joys like my morning tea or cozy sheets. It&#8217;s a quiet, grounding moment that reminds me&#8212;I already have so much to be thankful for.</p><p>This habit has rewired my brain to look for good things first, instead of stress or urgency.</p><h3><em><strong>3- Make tea, clean my face, ice roll, and make my bed</strong></em></h3><p>My &#8220;soft launch&#8221; into the day. I start by brewing my tea (green tea is my go-to), then do a light skincare routine and ice roll. The sensation of the cold roller on my skin is like an espresso shot for my face. Then I make my bed&#8212;it instantly makes the room feel more organized and signals to my brain: <em>we&#8217;re done sleeping, it&#8217;s time to start the day.</em></p><h3><em><strong>4- No phone for the first 30 minutes</strong></em></h3><p>This has been revolutionary. The world can wait. I don&#8217;t want the first thing I see to be a text, an awful news alert, or someone complaining. Besides, nothing urgent will add anything valuable to my morning. That first half hour is sacred&#8212;just me and my thoughts. <em>Offline is the new luxury&#8212;and it&#8217;s free.</em></p><h3><em><strong>5- Move my body</strong></em></h3><p>Some days it&#8217;s a long, slow Pilates session. Others, it&#8217;s a sweaty gym workout. And when I don&#8217;t really feel like it&#8212;just a 10-minute at-home Youtube workout. It doesn&#8217;t have to be intense&#8212;it just has to happen. Movement reminds me that I&#8217;m alive. It reconnects me to my body and clears out mental fog. I don&#8217;t work out to change my body&#8212;I do it to recharge and, most importantly, as an act of self-love.</p><h3><em><strong>6- Shower, skincare, and affirmations</strong></em></h3><p>While I get ready, I play affirmations or music that lifts me up. My current playlist is a mix of jazz and inspiring instrumentals that put me in such a joyful place&#8212;I love it. Some mornings, I need confidence boosts or help reprogramming limiting beliefs. Other days, I need softness and inspiring sounds.</p><h3><em><strong>7- Eat a nourishing breakfast</strong></em></h3><p>Always. This is non-negotiable. Whether it&#8217;s avocado toast with eggs, a Greek yogurt bowl with fruit, or a delicious wrap paired with a smoothie, I eat something that makes me feel strong and nourished. Food is fuel, but it&#8217;s also joy&#8212;and I deserve both. I try to stay away from overly sugary options, but when I want something sweet, I just go for it. I never restrict myself. Our relationship with food can be complex, and I want mine to feel intuitive, not restrictive.</p><h3><em><strong>8- I&#8217;m ready. Let&#8217;s go.</strong></em></h3><p>No rushing. No stress. I feel clear, grounded, and ready to take on my day&#8212;not because it&#8217;s perfect, but because I gave myself the space to show up for <em>me.</em></p><h3>Why My Morning Routine Changed Everything</h3><p>When you win your morning, you win your day. And when you win enough days, you start to change your life.</p><p>For me, a morning routine isn&#8217;t about productivity for productivity&#8217;s sake. It&#8217;s about <em>sovereignty</em>&#8212;claiming the first part of the day for <em>me</em>, before the world makes demands.</p><p>Having a consistent, mindful morning practice has helped me reduce anxiety, boost my energy, stay emotionally balanced, and feel deeply connected to myself. It made me realize that wellness doesn&#8217;t have to be loud or Instagrammable&#8212;it just has to work for <em>you</em>.</p><h3><em>A Gentle Reminder Before You Start</em></h3><p>Don&#8217;t try to change everything at once&#8212;that&#8217;s the fastest path to burnout. Start with one habit, like waking up at the same time each day without snoozing. Once that feels easy, layer in another habit. Let your routine evolve with you. Let it be fluid, intuitive, and supportive.</p><p>This isn&#8217;t a prescription&#8212;it&#8217;s a love letter.<br>To mornings.<br>To rituals.<br>To the tiny decisions that build a beautiful life.</p><p>Let your routine reflect who you are <em>becoming</em>, not just who you&#8217;ve been.</p><p>You&#8217;re already doing better than you think.</p><p>Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blazers, Morning Routine & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mindful, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/blazers-morning-routine-and-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/blazers-morning-routine-and-everything</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 14:01:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e2e5afab-dc06-48be-b7e4-39cbafef451c_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:17415376,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m letting you in on everything currently living in my brain rent-free&#8212;because when I&#8217;m loving something, you know I have to share.  Think structured layers, skincare rituals that feel like therapy, and morning habits that leave me feeling instantly energized and centered.  I&#8217;m talking oversized blazers that instantly make you feel polished, cleansing oils that turn your skincare routine into a spa moment, and those small joys that make your day feel more intentional&#8212;without the effort.  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing routine again. It&#8217;s giving childhood throwback, when our days were scheduled down to the minute&#8212;from recess to reading time. Except now, it&#8217;s slower mornings, stretching while the tea brews, and carving out space for the things that truly fill your cup. Structure, but make it adult&#8212;and effortless.  From cool-girl closet staples to mindful rituals that keep me grounded, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/163123597?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Today, I&#8217;m letting you in on everything currently living in my brain rent-free&#8212;because when I&#8217;m loving something, you know I have to share.  Think structured layers, skincare rituals that feel like therapy, and morning habits that leave me feeling instantly energized and centered.  I&#8217;m talking oversized blazers that instantly make you feel polished, cleansing oils that turn your skincare routine into a spa moment, and those small joys that make your day feel more intentional&#8212;without the effort.  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing routine again. It&#8217;s giving childhood throwback, when our days were scheduled down to the minute&#8212;from recess to reading time. Except now, it&#8217;s slower mornings, stretching while the tea brews, and carving out space for the things that truly fill your cup. Structure, but make it adult&#8212;and effortless.  From cool-girl closet staples to mindful rituals that keep me grounded, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it." title="Today, I&#8217;m letting you in on everything currently living in my brain rent-free&#8212;because when I&#8217;m loving something, you know I have to share.  Think structured layers, skincare rituals that feel like therapy, and morning habits that leave me feeling instantly energized and centered.  I&#8217;m talking oversized blazers that instantly make you feel polished, cleansing oils that turn your skincare routine into a spa moment, and those small joys that make your day feel more intentional&#8212;without the effort.  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing routine again. It&#8217;s giving childhood throwback, when our days were scheduled down to the minute&#8212;from recess to reading time. Except now, it&#8217;s slower mornings, stretching while the tea brews, and carving out space for the things that truly fill your cup. Structure, but make it adult&#8212;and effortless.  From cool-girl closet staples to mindful rituals that keep me grounded, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!QLx8!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F84439ce1-1adc-4e76-9a54-7ca4e379d3f4_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em><strong>Today, I&#8217;m letting you in on everything currently living in my brain rent-free&#8212;because when I&#8217;m loving something, you know I have to share.</strong></em></p><p>Think structured layers, skincare rituals that feel like therapy, and morning habits that leave me feeling instantly energized and centered.</p><p>I&#8217;m talking oversized blazers that instantly make you feel polished, cleansing oils that turn your skincare routine into a spa moment, and those small joys that make your day feel more intentional&#8212;without the effort.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing routine again. It&#8217;s giving childhood throwback, when our days were scheduled down to the minute&#8212;from recess to reading time. Except now, it&#8217;s slower mornings, stretching while the tea brews, and carving out space for the things that truly fill your cup. Structure, but make it adult&#8212;and effortless.</p><p>From cool-girl closet staples to mindful rituals that keep me grounded, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:21508877,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Fashion Obsession of the Week: Oversized Blazers   If there&#8217;s one piece currently doing all the heavy lifting in my wardrobe, it&#8217;s the oversized blazer&#8212;the kind that instantly makes you look like you&#8217;ve got your life together, even if you&#8217;re just wearing a tank top, jeans, and sneakers.  There&#8217;s a quiet power in a strong shoulder, a relaxed silhouette, and that perfectly lived-in fit. It&#8217;s giving effortless. It&#8217;s giving structured. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;I&#8217;m on my way to a meeting&#8230; or maybe a matcha date&#8230; or maybe both.&#8221;  Right now, I&#8217;m loving the mix of masculine tailoring with soft, feminine touches&#8212;slouchy blazers over dainty tops, boxy cuts paired with ballet flats and delicate jewelry. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between undone and put-together.  And let&#8217;s talk versatility: whether you&#8217;re throwing it over jeans and a tee, layering it with a mini skirt and button-up, or styling it with tailored trousers and kitten heels&#8212;it works. Every. Single. Time.  It&#8217;s not just a jacket. It&#8217;s a statement. A mindset. A main character moment.  This spring, oversized blazers are my personal uniform. Because when you find a piece that makes you feel confident, cool, and just a little bit like a French editor on her way to brunch&#8212;you don&#8217;t question it. You wear it on repeat.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/163123597?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Fashion Obsession of the Week: Oversized Blazers   If there&#8217;s one piece currently doing all the heavy lifting in my wardrobe, it&#8217;s the oversized blazer&#8212;the kind that instantly makes you look like you&#8217;ve got your life together, even if you&#8217;re just wearing a tank top, jeans, and sneakers.  There&#8217;s a quiet power in a strong shoulder, a relaxed silhouette, and that perfectly lived-in fit. It&#8217;s giving effortless. It&#8217;s giving structured. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;I&#8217;m on my way to a meeting&#8230; or maybe a matcha date&#8230; or maybe both.&#8221;  Right now, I&#8217;m loving the mix of masculine tailoring with soft, feminine touches&#8212;slouchy blazers over dainty tops, boxy cuts paired with ballet flats and delicate jewelry. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between undone and put-together.  And let&#8217;s talk versatility: whether you&#8217;re throwing it over jeans and a tee, layering it with a mini skirt and button-up, or styling it with tailored trousers and kitten heels&#8212;it works. Every. Single. Time.  It&#8217;s not just a jacket. It&#8217;s a statement. A mindset. A main character moment.  This spring, oversized blazers are my personal uniform. Because when you find a piece that makes you feel confident, cool, and just a little bit like a French editor on her way to brunch&#8212;you don&#8217;t question it. You wear it on repeat." title="Fashion Obsession of the Week: Oversized Blazers   If there&#8217;s one piece currently doing all the heavy lifting in my wardrobe, it&#8217;s the oversized blazer&#8212;the kind that instantly makes you look like you&#8217;ve got your life together, even if you&#8217;re just wearing a tank top, jeans, and sneakers.  There&#8217;s a quiet power in a strong shoulder, a relaxed silhouette, and that perfectly lived-in fit. It&#8217;s giving effortless. It&#8217;s giving structured. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;I&#8217;m on my way to a meeting&#8230; or maybe a matcha date&#8230; or maybe both.&#8221;  Right now, I&#8217;m loving the mix of masculine tailoring with soft, feminine touches&#8212;slouchy blazers over dainty tops, boxy cuts paired with ballet flats and delicate jewelry. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between undone and put-together.  And let&#8217;s talk versatility: whether you&#8217;re throwing it over jeans and a tee, layering it with a mini skirt and button-up, or styling it with tailored trousers and kitten heels&#8212;it works. Every. Single. Time.  It&#8217;s not just a jacket. It&#8217;s a statement. A mindset. A main character moment.  This spring, oversized blazers are my personal uniform. Because when you find a piece that makes you feel confident, cool, and just a little bit like a French editor on her way to brunch&#8212;you don&#8217;t question it. You wear it on repeat." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1p02!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F323fab5b-a893-44a5-87c1-0b6c2466977d_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Fashion Obsession of the Week: Oversized Blazers </strong></em></h4><p>If there&#8217;s one piece currently doing all the heavy lifting in my wardrobe, it&#8217;s the oversized blazer&#8212;the kind that instantly makes you look like you&#8217;ve got your life together, even if you&#8217;re just wearing a tank top, jeans, and sneakers.</p><p>There&#8217;s a quiet power in a strong shoulder, a relaxed silhouette, and that perfectly lived-in fit. It&#8217;s giving effortless. It&#8217;s giving structured. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;I&#8217;m on my way to a meeting&#8230; or maybe a matcha date&#8230; or maybe both.&#8221;</p><p>Right now, I&#8217;m loving the mix of masculine tailoring with soft, feminine touches&#8212;slouchy blazers over dainty tops, boxy cuts paired with ballet flats and delicate jewelry. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between undone and put-together.</p><p>And let&#8217;s talk versatility: whether you&#8217;re throwing it over jeans and a tee, layering it with a mini skirt and button-up, or styling it with tailored trousers and kitten heels&#8212;it works. Every. Single. Time.</p><p>It&#8217;s not just a jacket. It&#8217;s a statement. A mindset. A main character moment.</p><p>This spring, oversized blazers are my personal uniform. Because when you find a piece that makes you feel confident, cool, and just a little bit like a French editor on her way to brunch&#8212;you don&#8217;t question it. You wear it on repeat.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18220044,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; K-Beauty   If glowing, effortless skin was a personality trait, I&#8217;d be making it part of my  identity right now. This week, it&#8217;s all about looking naturally radiant&#8212;dewy, fresh, and like you&#8217;ve just walked out of a spa (even if you&#8217;ve just rolled out of bed).   K-beauty is still holding the crown for that girl skincare, and if you&#8217;re new to the game, let me put you on: iUNIK is the ultimate beginner-friendly brand. Simple, affordable, effective, and packed with skin-loving ingredients, their products make it easy to achieve that no-makeup glow. The Centella Calming Gel Cream? A dream for soothing sensitive and stressed skin. Their Calendula Cleansing Oil? Melts everything off without stripping. It&#8217;s giving hydration, it&#8217;s giving glow, and most importantly&#8212;it&#8217;s giving your skin, but better.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/163123597?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; K-Beauty   If glowing, effortless skin was a personality trait, I&#8217;d be making it part of my  identity right now. This week, it&#8217;s all about looking naturally radiant&#8212;dewy, fresh, and like you&#8217;ve just walked out of a spa (even if you&#8217;ve just rolled out of bed).   K-beauty is still holding the crown for that girl skincare, and if you&#8217;re new to the game, let me put you on: iUNIK is the ultimate beginner-friendly brand. Simple, affordable, effective, and packed with skin-loving ingredients, their products make it easy to achieve that no-makeup glow. The Centella Calming Gel Cream? A dream for soothing sensitive and stressed skin. Their Calendula Cleansing Oil? Melts everything off without stripping. It&#8217;s giving hydration, it&#8217;s giving glow, and most importantly&#8212;it&#8217;s giving your skin, but better." title="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; K-Beauty   If glowing, effortless skin was a personality trait, I&#8217;d be making it part of my  identity right now. This week, it&#8217;s all about looking naturally radiant&#8212;dewy, fresh, and like you&#8217;ve just walked out of a spa (even if you&#8217;ve just rolled out of bed).   K-beauty is still holding the crown for that girl skincare, and if you&#8217;re new to the game, let me put you on: iUNIK is the ultimate beginner-friendly brand. Simple, affordable, effective, and packed with skin-loving ingredients, their products make it easy to achieve that no-makeup glow. The Centella Calming Gel Cream? A dream for soothing sensitive and stressed skin. Their Calendula Cleansing Oil? Melts everything off without stripping. It&#8217;s giving hydration, it&#8217;s giving glow, and most importantly&#8212;it&#8217;s giving your skin, but better." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!mMDf!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9a702c9a-a962-497a-979b-dbf153ab4f95_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; K-Beauty </strong></em></h4><p>If glowing, effortless skin was a personality trait, I&#8217;d be making it part of my  identity right now. This week, it&#8217;s all about looking naturally radiant&#8212;dewy, fresh, and like you&#8217;ve just walked out of a spa (even if you&#8217;ve just rolled out of bed). </p><p>K-beauty is still holding the crown for <em>that girl</em> skincare, and if you&#8217;re new to the game, let me put you on: <strong><a href="https://www.iunikcos.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorK4WEdAlOU8oBedM_6RRlPYf0r7yguqjdmJ897vvpfaHbsG9ia">iUNIK</a></strong> is the ultimate beginner-friendly brand. Simple, affordable, effective, and packed with skin-loving ingredients, their products make it easy to achieve that no-makeup glow. The Centella Calming Gel Cream? A dream for soothing sensitive and stressed skin. Their Calendula Cleansing Oil? Melts everything off without stripping. It&#8217;s giving hydration, it&#8217;s giving glow, and most importantly&#8212;it&#8217;s giving <em>your skin, but better.</em></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:13023801,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Morning Routine  There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.  Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my soft structure era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  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One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows." title="Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Morning Routine  There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.  Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my soft structure era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.  It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.  Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From &#8220;I have to&#8221; to &#8220;I get to.&#8221;  To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.  Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.  It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.  Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YohQ!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F11d9fa91-520a-4478-ac86-9a3f4480fe12_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: Morning Routine</strong></em></h4><p>There&#8217;s something magical about the early hours&#8212;the stillness, the softness, the clean-slate energy. I&#8217;ve been leaning into slow, intentional mornings lately, and let me tell you: it changes everything.</p><p>Gone are the days of chaotic alarms and rushing out the door. I&#8217;m in my <em>soft structure</em> era&#8212;designing a routine that supports me, not controls me. One that feels just as luxurious as it is grounded.</p><p>It starts the moment I wake up: no snoozing, no scrolling. Just a few quiet moments reflecting on everything and everyone I&#8217;m grateful for.</p><p>Gratitude is a non-negotiable. A simple &#8220;I&#8217;m grateful for this moment&#8221; sets the tone for the day. It shifts the energy from pressure to presence. From <em>&#8220;I have to&#8221;</em> to <em>&#8220;I get to.&#8221;</em></p><p>To actually start those daunting tasks, I&#8217;ve been using the 5-Second Rule (thank you, Mel Robbins) to cut through the overthinking. Five seconds&#8212;that&#8217;s all it takes to move from resistance to action. Whether it&#8217;s getting out of bed, doing my skincare, or reaching for my journal instead of my phone&#8212;it&#8217;s the easiest mindset reset.</p><p>Then comes movement&#8212;whether it&#8217;s Pilates, stretching, hitting the gym, or just a few deep breaths on the mat. Suddenly, the day feels like yours again.</p><p>It&#8217;s not about perfection. It&#8217;s about tiny rituals that ground you: herbal tea in your favorite mug, a clean bathroom counter with your go-to skincare lineup, jazz playing softly as you get ready. These details matter&#8212;they anchor your day in intention.</p><p>Because when your morning is aligned, the rest of your life follows.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! 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That&#8217;s about to be the least stressful part. Whether you're heading to a beachside ceremony, a garden sunset moment, a black-tie city soir&#233;e, or a dreamy countryside affair, this guide is basically your fairy godmother (but make it fashion).  Let&#8217;s get into it!1- Start with the Setting: Where and When Matters (More Than You Think)  Before you start filling your cart with dreamy dresses, zoom out and consider the bigger picture:  Is it a beach wedding? Flowy fabrics and breezy silhouettes are your best friends.  City rooftop? Think structured, sleek, and a little bit glam.  Countryside or garden party? Romantic textures (like chiffon or silk) and soft, earthy tones are the move.  Golden Rule: Always match your energy to the environment &#8212; it&#8217;s the ultimate &#8220;I&#8217;m always prepared&#8221; move.  2- Maxi Dresses Are Your Best Friend  There&#8217;s something about a long dress that just feels right for a wedding.Maxi and floor-length styles automatically read polished and intentional, even if the rest of your look is chill. Plus, they give you that effortless \&quot;I'm a little ethereal but also ready to dance all night\&quot; vibe we&#8217;re all after.  Pro tip: If you&#8217;re worried about looking too formal, balance it out with relaxed hair or playful accessories.  3- Color Codes: Read the (Unwritten) Rules  The biggest cool girl no no&#8217;s  you can make? Wearing white, off-white, super pale pastels, or anything that could even hint at bridal territory. It's giving \&quot;trying too hard,\&quot; and we&#8217;re better than that. Plus, you don&#8217;t want to be confused or even remotely upset the bride. It is her day and she has a lot on her mind. Besides, have fun with your color palette.  Also, proceed with caution around black (unless it's a chic city wedding where that&#8217;s the vibe) and bright, bold reds (they can feel too attention-grabby and sometimes a little tacky unless styled  right).  Instead: Think color stories like vibrant jewel tones, soft mid-tones, sunset ombr&#233;s (like the pink/orange fade moment in the inspo photo), or muted pastels with edge.  Moodboard it like you&#8217;re starring in a Summer &#8216;25 Pinterest board.  4- If You&#8217;re Close to the Bride, Get the Inside Scoop  Nothing screams &#8220;best guest energy&#8221; like actually checking in.If you're close to the bride, send her a quick text asking what the vibe is &#8212; formal, semi-formal, beach boho, cocktail ethereal? This tiny move earns major points and avoids any awkward \&quot;Ohhh you didn't get the memo?\&quot; moments.  Trust: Cool girls over-communicate.  5- Seek Out The Detail That Makes It Special  What separates a good wedding guest dress from a legendary one?The detail. The styling. The posture.  - A scarf tied at the neck - Major style and such a cool-girl move. I&#8217;m impressed!  -A one-shoulder asymmetry - Wow! Sensual yet appropriate, love!  -An unexpected color combo - From the Pinterest board to life, so cool!  -A textured or pleated fabric moment - Party ready and major styling queen vibes!  -An open back that catches just enough of a breeze - Omg, how elegant and cool girl of you!  Small things = maximum style and cool girl effect. We don&#8217;t want to stand out for our bold and obnoxious dress pattern but not that effortless cool-girl detail that makes the look.  Think: It's simple but everyone asks you where you got it.  6- Rewearability is Essential (No Dust Collectors Allowed)  Gone are the days of buying a dress that sits in the closet, never to be seen again.Your perfect wedding guest dress should be a dress that you can re-wear:  - Style it with sandals and a clutch for a summer vacation party.  - Layer it under a blazer and some sexy heels for a date night.  - Throw it under a turtleneck  and a belt for fall evening look.  If you can't immediately think of at least another 2 ways of wearing it, let&#8217;s keep searching because chances are you will not be wearing it again.  7- Shoes Should Support, Not Steal  In this case, I think that with all the gorgeousness happening up top, your shoes need to play a supporting role.Nude, metallic, thin straps, soft pastels &#8212; whatever feels light and effortless.Bonus points for comfort: you're gonna want to dance, trust me.  (And if you&#8217;re not ready to commit to stiletto pain? A chic block heel or even a fun ballet flat is 100% cool girl approved.)  8- Accessories = Where the Rest of the Fun Really Happens  This is your chance to bring more personality into the look.  Bold jewelry if your dress is minimal.  A statement bag (think fringe, sequins, a fun texture or a metallic tone) to complete you super cool girl outfit; This is my favorite move!   A silk scarf in your hair or neck if you're feeling playful.  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Let&#8217;s get into it!1- Start with the Setting: Where and When Matters (More Than You Think)  Before you start filling your cart with dreamy dresses, zoom out and consider the bigger picture:  Is it a beach wedding? Flowy fabrics and breezy silhouettes are your best friends.  City rooftop? Think structured, sleek, and a little bit glam.  Countryside or garden party? Romantic textures (like chiffon or silk) and soft, earthy tones are the move.  Golden Rule: Always match your energy to the environment &#8212; it&#8217;s the ultimate &#8220;I&#8217;m always prepared&#8221; move.  2- Maxi Dresses Are Your Best Friend  There&#8217;s something about a long dress that just feels right for a wedding.Maxi and floor-length styles automatically read polished and intentional, even if the rest of your look is chill. Plus, they give you that effortless &quot;I'm a little ethereal but also ready to dance all night&quot; vibe we&#8217;re all after.  Pro tip: If you&#8217;re worried about looking too formal, balance it out with relaxed hair or playful accessories.  3- Color Codes: Read the (Unwritten) Rules  The biggest cool girl no no&#8217;s  you can make? Wearing white, off-white, super pale pastels, or anything that could even hint at bridal territory. It's giving &quot;trying too hard,&quot; and we&#8217;re better than that. Plus, you don&#8217;t want to be confused or even remotely upset the bride. It is her day and she has a lot on her mind. Besides, have fun with your color palette.  Also, proceed with caution around black (unless it's a chic city wedding where that&#8217;s the vibe) and bright, bold reds (they can feel too attention-grabby and sometimes a little tacky unless styled  right).  Instead: Think color stories like vibrant jewel tones, soft mid-tones, sunset ombr&#233;s (like the pink/orange fade moment in the inspo photo), or muted pastels with edge.  Moodboard it like you&#8217;re starring in a Summer &#8216;25 Pinterest board.  4- If You&#8217;re Close to the Bride, Get the Inside Scoop  Nothing screams &#8220;best guest energy&#8221; like actually checking in.If you're close to the bride, send her a quick text asking what the vibe is &#8212; formal, semi-formal, beach boho, cocktail ethereal? This tiny move earns major points and avoids any awkward &quot;Ohhh you didn't get the memo?&quot; moments.  Trust: Cool girls over-communicate.  5- Seek Out The Detail That Makes It Special  What separates a good wedding guest dress from a legendary one?The detail. The styling. The posture.  - A scarf tied at the neck - Major style and such a cool-girl move. I&#8217;m impressed!  -A one-shoulder asymmetry - Wow! Sensual yet appropriate, love!  -An unexpected color combo - From the Pinterest board to life, so cool!  -A textured or pleated fabric moment - Party ready and major styling queen vibes!  -An open back that catches just enough of a breeze - Omg, how elegant and cool girl of you!  Small things = maximum style and cool girl effect. We don&#8217;t want to stand out for our bold and obnoxious dress pattern but not that effortless cool-girl detail that makes the look.  Think: It's simple but everyone asks you where you got it.  6- Rewearability is Essential (No Dust Collectors Allowed)  Gone are the days of buying a dress that sits in the closet, never to be seen again.Your perfect wedding guest dress should be a dress that you can re-wear:  - Style it with sandals and a clutch for a summer vacation party.  - Layer it under a blazer and some sexy heels for a date night.  - Throw it under a turtleneck  and a belt for fall evening look.  If you can't immediately think of at least another 2 ways of wearing it, let&#8217;s keep searching because chances are you will not be wearing it again.  7- Shoes Should Support, Not Steal  In this case, I think that with all the gorgeousness happening up top, your shoes need to play a supporting role.Nude, metallic, thin straps, soft pastels &#8212; whatever feels light and effortless.Bonus points for comfort: you're gonna want to dance, trust me.  (And if you&#8217;re not ready to commit to stiletto pain? A chic block heel or even a fun ballet flat is 100% cool girl approved.)  8- Accessories = Where the Rest of the Fun Really Happens  This is your chance to bring more personality into the look.  Bold jewelry if your dress is minimal.  A statement bag (think fringe, sequins, a fun texture or a metallic tone) to complete you super cool girl outfit; This is my favorite move!   A silk scarf in your hair or neck if you're feeling playful.  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Golden Rule: Always match your energy to the environment &#8212; it&#8217;s the ultimate &#8220;I&#8217;m always prepared&#8221; move.  2- Maxi Dresses Are Your Best Friend  There&#8217;s something about a long dress that just feels right for a wedding.Maxi and floor-length styles automatically read polished and intentional, even if the rest of your look is chill. Plus, they give you that effortless &quot;I'm a little ethereal but also ready to dance all night&quot; vibe we&#8217;re all after.  Pro tip: If you&#8217;re worried about looking too formal, balance it out with relaxed hair or playful accessories.  3- Color Codes: Read the (Unwritten) Rules  The biggest cool girl no no&#8217;s  you can make? Wearing white, off-white, super pale pastels, or anything that could even hint at bridal territory. It's giving &quot;trying too hard,&quot; and we&#8217;re better than that. Plus, you don&#8217;t want to be confused or even remotely upset the bride. It is her day and she has a lot on her mind. Besides, have fun with your color palette.  Also, proceed with caution around black (unless it's a chic city wedding where that&#8217;s the vibe) and bright, bold reds (they can feel too attention-grabby and sometimes a little tacky unless styled  right).  Instead: Think color stories like vibrant jewel tones, soft mid-tones, sunset ombr&#233;s (like the pink/orange fade moment in the inspo photo), or muted pastels with edge.  Moodboard it like you&#8217;re starring in a Summer &#8216;25 Pinterest board.  4- If You&#8217;re Close to the Bride, Get the Inside Scoop  Nothing screams &#8220;best guest energy&#8221; like actually checking in.If you're close to the bride, send her a quick text asking what the vibe is &#8212; formal, semi-formal, beach boho, cocktail ethereal? This tiny move earns major points and avoids any awkward &quot;Ohhh you didn't get the memo?&quot; moments.  Trust: Cool girls over-communicate.  5- Seek Out The Detail That Makes It Special  What separates a good wedding guest dress from a legendary one?The detail. The styling. The posture.  - A scarf tied at the neck - Major style and such a cool-girl move. I&#8217;m impressed!  -A one-shoulder asymmetry - Wow! Sensual yet appropriate, love!  -An unexpected color combo - From the Pinterest board to life, so cool!  -A textured or pleated fabric moment - Party ready and major styling queen vibes!  -An open back that catches just enough of a breeze - Omg, how elegant and cool girl of you!  Small things = maximum style and cool girl effect. We don&#8217;t want to stand out for our bold and obnoxious dress pattern but not that effortless cool-girl detail that makes the look.  Think: It's simple but everyone asks you where you got it.  6- Rewearability is Essential (No Dust Collectors Allowed)  Gone are the days of buying a dress that sits in the closet, never to be seen again.Your perfect wedding guest dress should be a dress that you can re-wear:  - Style it with sandals and a clutch for a summer vacation party.  - Layer it under a blazer and some sexy heels for a date night.  - Throw it under a turtleneck  and a belt for fall evening look.  If you can't immediately think of at least another 2 ways of wearing it, let&#8217;s keep searching because chances are you will not be wearing it again.  7- Shoes Should Support, Not Steal  In this case, I think that with all the gorgeousness happening up top, your shoes need to play a supporting role.Nude, metallic, thin straps, soft pastels &#8212; whatever feels light and effortless.Bonus points for comfort: you're gonna want to dance, trust me.  (And if you&#8217;re not ready to commit to stiletto pain? A chic block heel or even a fun ballet flat is 100% cool girl approved.)  8- Accessories = Where the Rest of the Fun Really Happens  This is your chance to bring more personality into the look.  Bold jewelry if your dress is minimal.  A statement bag (think fringe, sequins, a fun texture or a metallic tone) to complete you super cool girl outfit; This is my favorite move!   A silk scarf in your hair or neck if you're feeling playful.  Basically: Accessories are your &#8220;I didn&#8217;t even try, I&#8217;m that stylish&#8221; flex . 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That&#8217;s about to be the least stressful part. Whether you're heading to a beachside ceremony, a garden sunset moment, a black-tie city soir&#233;e, or a dreamy countryside affair, this guide is basically your fairy godmother (but make it fashion).</p><p>Let&#8217;s get into it!</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em>1- Start with the Setting: Where and When Matters (More Than You Think)</em></h3><p>Before you start filling your cart with dreamy dresses, zoom out and consider the bigger picture:</p><p><em>-Is it a beach wedding?</em> Flowy fabrics and breezy silhouettes are your best friends.</p><p><em>-City rooftop?</em> Think structured, sleek, and a little bit glam.</p><p><em>-Countryside or garden party?</em> Romantic textures (like chiffon or silk) and soft, earthy tones are the move.</p><p><strong>Golden Rule:</strong> Always match your energy to the environment &#8212; it&#8217;s the ultimate &#8220;I&#8217;m always prepared&#8221; move.</p><h3><em>2- Maxi Dresses Are Your Best Friend</em></h3><p>There&#8217;s something about a long dress that just feels right for a wedding.<br>Maxi and floor-length styles automatically read <em>polished and intentional,</em> even if the rest of your look is chill. Plus, they give you that effortless "I'm a little ethereal but also ready to dance all night" vibe we&#8217;re all after.</p><p>Pro tip: If you&#8217;re worried about looking <em>too</em> formal, balance it out with relaxed hair or playful accessories.</p><h3><em>3- Color Codes: Read the (Unwritten) Rules</em></h3><p>The biggest cool-girl no-no? Wearing white, off-white, super pale pastels, or anything that might even <em>hint</em> at bridal territory. It's giving &#8220;trying too hard,&#8221; and we&#8217;re above that. Plus, you don&#8217;t want to risk upsetting the bride&#8212;she&#8217;s got enough on her mind.</p><p>Also, proceed with caution around black (unless it&#8217;s a chic city wedding) and bold reds (they can read as attention-grabby or tacky unless styled <em>just</em> right).</p><p><strong>Instead:</strong> Think color stories like vibrant jewel tones, soft mid-tones, sunset ombr&#233;s (like the pink/orange fade moment in the inspo photo), or muted pastels with edge.</p><p>Moodboard it like you&#8217;re starring in a <em>Summer &#8216;25</em> Pinterest board.</p><h3><em>4- If You&#8217;re Close to the Bride, Get the Inside Scoop</em></h3><p>Nothing screams &#8220;best guest energy&#8221; like actually checking in.<br>If you're close to the bride, send her a quick text asking what the vibe is &#8212; formal, semi-formal, beach boho, cocktail ethereal? This tiny move earns major points and avoids any awkward <em>"Ohhh you didn't get the memo?"</em> moments.</p><p>Trust: Cool girls <em>over-communicate</em>.</p><h3><em>5- Seek Out The Detail That Makes It Special</em></h3><p>What separates a good wedding guest dress from a legendary one?<br><em><strong>The detail. The styling. The posture.</strong></em></p><p>-A scarf tied at the neck &#8211; major style moment.</p><p>-A one-shoulder silhouette &#8211; sensual yet classy.</p><p>-An unexpected color combo &#8211; straight from the Pinterest board.</p><p>-Pleated or textured fabric &#8211; party-ready perfection.</p><p>-An open back that catches the breeze &#8211; elegant and effortless.</p><p><strong>Small things = maximum cool-girl effect.</strong> You don&#8217;t need to stand out with a loud pattern&#8212;just the right <em>detail</em> that makes people ask, &#8220;Where&#8217;d you get that?&#8221;</p><p><strong>Think:</strong> It's simple <em>but</em> everyone asks you where you got it.</p><h3><em>6- Rewearability is Essential (No Dust Collectors Allowed)</em></h3><p>Gone are the days of buying a dress that sits in the closet, never to be seen again.<br>Your perfect wedding guest dress should be a <strong>dress that you can re-wear</strong>:</p><p>- Style it with sandals and a clutch for a summer vacation party.</p><p>- Layer it under a blazer and some sexy heels for a date night.</p><p>- Throw it under a turtleneck  and a belt for fall evening look.</p><p><strong>Can&#8217;t think of at least two rewear options?</strong> Keep looking.</p><h3><em>7- Shoes Should Support, Not Steal</em></h3><p>With all the magic happening up top, your shoes should play a supporting role. Think: nude, metallic, thin straps, or soft pastels&#8212;whatever feels light and effortless.</p><p><strong>Bonus points for comfort:</strong> You&#8217;ll want to dance, trust me.</p><p>(And if you&#8217;re not here for stiletto pain? A chic block heel or cute ballet flat is totally cool-girl approved.)</p><h3><em>8- Accessories = Where the Rest of the Fun Really Happens</em></h3><p>This is your moment to bring in the personality.</p><p>-Bold jewelry if your dress is minimal.</p><p>-A statement bag (think fringe, sequins, metallics) to tie it all together&#8212;this one&#8217;s <em>my</em> fave move.</p><p>-A silk scarf in your hair or around your neck for a playful finish.</p><p><strong>Basically:</strong> Accessories are your &#8220;I didn&#8217;t even try, I&#8217;m just this stylish&#8221; flex.</p><h3><em>A Quick Cool Girl Commandment Recap:</em></h3><p>&#10083;&#65039; Match the vibe.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Pick a long yet flattering dress.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Be strategic with color.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Communicate if you&#8217;re close to the bride.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Choose dresses with details that elevate and feel <em>you</em>.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Plan for rewears (future you will thank you).<br>&#10083;&#65039; Keep shoes neutral.<br>&#10083;&#65039; Accessorize like you run a Pinterest board.</p><p><em>At the end of the day, the best dress is the one that feels like you, just a little more elevated, a little more magical, and ready to be captured in one of the most important moments of your loved ones!</em></p><p>Until next time, stay stylish, stay chic, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackets, Podcasts & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Insightful, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/jackets-podcasts-and-everything-im</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/jackets-podcasts-and-everything-im</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 14:18:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/87c008c0-fe35-4e5b-becb-a0b270eeae36_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7zYC!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:16710031,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m sharing everything that&#8217;s been living rent-free in my mind this week&#8212;because when I fall in love with something, you know I have to bring you along.  Think oversized jackets, rituals that actually recharge you, and podcasts that feel like a conversation with your coolest, most insightful friend. It&#8217;s about finding those little anchors that make life feel both elevated and grounded.  Right now, jackets are basically my entire personality&#8212;leather, suede, structured but lived-in. Throw one over a basic outfit, and suddenly you&#8217;re that girl without even trying. It&#8217;s giving minimal effort, maximum style.  Beyond the wardrobe, I&#8217;m deep in my &#8220;protect your energy&#8221; era: slow mornings, skincare that feels luxurious without being extra, and choosing to consume media that fuels, not drains. I&#8217;m all about swapping endless scrolling for thought-provoking podcasts and creating me-time moments that feel sacred.  From stylish outerwear to mind-clearing podcasts, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/162046708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F244eadf6-347a-4bc6-ab09-b4075a6222ff_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Today, I&#8217;m sharing everything that&#8217;s been living rent-free in my mind this week&#8212;because when I fall in love with something, you know I have to bring you along.  Think oversized jackets, rituals that actually recharge you, and podcasts that feel like a conversation with your coolest, most insightful friend. It&#8217;s about finding those little anchors that make life feel both elevated and grounded.  Right now, jackets are basically my entire personality&#8212;leather, suede, structured but lived-in. Throw one over a basic outfit, and suddenly you&#8217;re that girl without even trying. It&#8217;s giving minimal effort, maximum style.  Beyond the wardrobe, I&#8217;m deep in my &#8220;protect your energy&#8221; era: slow mornings, skincare that feels luxurious without being extra, and choosing to consume media that fuels, not drains. I&#8217;m all about swapping endless scrolling for thought-provoking podcasts and creating me-time moments that feel sacred.  From stylish outerwear to mind-clearing podcasts, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it." title="Today, I&#8217;m sharing everything that&#8217;s been living rent-free in my mind this week&#8212;because when I fall in love with something, you know I have to bring you along.  Think oversized jackets, rituals that actually recharge you, and podcasts that feel like a conversation with your coolest, most insightful friend. It&#8217;s about finding those little anchors that make life feel both elevated and grounded.  Right now, jackets are basically my entire personality&#8212;leather, suede, structured but lived-in. Throw one over a basic outfit, and suddenly you&#8217;re that girl without even trying. It&#8217;s giving minimal effort, maximum style.  Beyond the wardrobe, I&#8217;m deep in my &#8220;protect your energy&#8221; era: slow mornings, skincare that feels luxurious without being extra, and choosing to consume media that fuels, not drains. I&#8217;m all about swapping endless scrolling for thought-provoking podcasts and creating me-time moments that feel sacred.  From stylish outerwear to mind-clearing podcasts, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. 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It&#8217;s about finding those little anchors that make life feel both elevated and grounded.</p><p>Right now, jackets are basically my entire personality&#8212;leather, suede, structured but lived-in. Throw one over a basic outfit, and suddenly you&#8217;re <em>that girl</em> without even trying. It&#8217;s giving minimal effort, maximum style.</p><p>Beyond the wardrobe, I&#8217;m deep in my &#8220;protect your energy&#8221; era: slow mornings, skincare that feels luxurious without being extra, and choosing to consume media that fuels, not drains. I&#8217;m all about swapping endless scrolling for thought-provoking podcasts and creating me-time moments that feel sacred.</p><p>From stylish outerwear to mind-clearing podcasts, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m obsessed with right now. Let&#8217;s get into it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/dace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:20684774,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Jacket  If there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m reaching for on repeat right now, it&#8217;s a good jacket. Not just because the weather is playing games (sunny one second, chilly the next), but because nothing pulls a look together faster.  There&#8217;s just something about throwing on a structured suede or oversized leather jacket that instantly upgrades even the simplest outfit&#8212;jeans, a tee, ballet flats&#8212;and suddenly it&#8217;s giving effortless cool-girl energy without even trying.  Right now, I&#8217;m obsessed with pieces that feel a little vintage, a little borrowed-from-your-boyfriend, but still polished. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between laid-back and intentional&#8212;the kind of staple that makes transitional dressing feel exciting instead of chaotic. Whether it&#8217;s a stunning brown suede moment, a boxy leather jacket, or something classic and minimal, jackets are my number-one style hack for feeling put-together during these in-between seasons (even when I&#8217;m lowkey spiraling over what to wear).  Let&#8217;s just say: this jacket era? I&#8217;m fully living in it.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/162046708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Jacket  If there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m reaching for on repeat right now, it&#8217;s a good jacket. Not just because the weather is playing games (sunny one second, chilly the next), but because nothing pulls a look together faster.  There&#8217;s just something about throwing on a structured suede or oversized leather jacket that instantly upgrades even the simplest outfit&#8212;jeans, a tee, ballet flats&#8212;and suddenly it&#8217;s giving effortless cool-girl energy without even trying.  Right now, I&#8217;m obsessed with pieces that feel a little vintage, a little borrowed-from-your-boyfriend, but still polished. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between laid-back and intentional&#8212;the kind of staple that makes transitional dressing feel exciting instead of chaotic. Whether it&#8217;s a stunning brown suede moment, a boxy leather jacket, or something classic and minimal, jackets are my number-one style hack for feeling put-together during these in-between seasons (even when I&#8217;m lowkey spiraling over what to wear).  Let&#8217;s just say: this jacket era? I&#8217;m fully living in it." title="Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Jacket  If there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m reaching for on repeat right now, it&#8217;s a good jacket. Not just because the weather is playing games (sunny one second, chilly the next), but because nothing pulls a look together faster.  There&#8217;s just something about throwing on a structured suede or oversized leather jacket that instantly upgrades even the simplest outfit&#8212;jeans, a tee, ballet flats&#8212;and suddenly it&#8217;s giving effortless cool-girl energy without even trying.  Right now, I&#8217;m obsessed with pieces that feel a little vintage, a little borrowed-from-your-boyfriend, but still polished. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between laid-back and intentional&#8212;the kind of staple that makes transitional dressing feel exciting instead of chaotic. Whether it&#8217;s a stunning brown suede moment, a boxy leather jacket, or something classic and minimal, jackets are my number-one style hack for feeling put-together during these in-between seasons (even when I&#8217;m lowkey spiraling over what to wear).  Let&#8217;s just say: this jacket era? I&#8217;m fully living in it." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Uxk9!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdace2ed7-a7b0-46b1-8123-0780e8368049_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Jacket</strong></em></h4><p>If there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m reaching for on repeat right now, it&#8217;s a good jacket. Not just because the weather is playing games (sunny one second, chilly the next), but because nothing pulls a look together faster.</p><p>There&#8217;s just something about throwing on a structured suede or oversized leather jacket that instantly upgrades even the simplest outfit&#8212;jeans, a tee, ballet flats&#8212;and suddenly it&#8217;s giving effortless cool-girl energy without even trying.</p><p>Right now, I&#8217;m obsessed with pieces that feel a little vintage, a little borrowed-from-your-boyfriend, but still polished. It&#8217;s that perfect balance between laid-back and intentional&#8212;the kind of staple that makes transitional dressing feel exciting instead of chaotic. </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Whether it&#8217;s a <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/brown-suede-self-care-tips-and-everything?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">stunning brown suede moment</a>, a boxy leather jacket, or something classic and minimal, jackets are my number-one style hack for feeling put-together during these in-between seasons (even when I&#8217;m lowkey spiraling over what to wear).</p><p>Let&#8217;s just say: this jacket era? I&#8217;m fully living in it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:14113592,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Obsession &#8211; At Home Spa ft Face Masks   This week&#8217;s obsession? Face masks. And honestly, it&#8217;s been game-changing.  There&#8217;s something so powerful about the ritual: slipping on a plush headband, scooping out a bit of Lush&#8217;s Beauty Sleep Mask (love the exfoliating beads), and letting your skin soak up all the goodness while you mentally check out. I&#8217;ve also been reaching for The Ordinary&#8217;s Salicylic Acid 2% Masque when my skin&#8217;s feeling congested&#8212;it&#8217;s that deep-cleansing reset that makes you look like instantly better.   It&#8217;s these small, easy rituals that are making me feel the most grounded lately. No huge time commitment, no pressure&#8212;just little layers of care that add up to a softer, glowier version of me.  It&#8217;s become my non-negotiable weekly ritual: face mask on, hair up, candles lit, and full main character energy. Self-care doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated to feel magical&#8212;and a good mask is proof.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/162046708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Obsession &#8211; At Home Spa ft Face Masks   This week&#8217;s obsession? Face masks. And honestly, it&#8217;s been game-changing.  There&#8217;s something so powerful about the ritual: slipping on a plush headband, scooping out a bit of Lush&#8217;s Beauty Sleep Mask (love the exfoliating beads), and letting your skin soak up all the goodness while you mentally check out. I&#8217;ve also been reaching for The Ordinary&#8217;s Salicylic Acid 2% Masque when my skin&#8217;s feeling congested&#8212;it&#8217;s that deep-cleansing reset that makes you look like instantly better.   It&#8217;s these small, easy rituals that are making me feel the most grounded lately. No huge time commitment, no pressure&#8212;just little layers of care that add up to a softer, glowier version of me.  It&#8217;s become my non-negotiable weekly ritual: face mask on, hair up, candles lit, and full main character energy. Self-care doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated to feel magical&#8212;and a good mask is proof." title="Beauty Obsession &#8211; At Home Spa ft Face Masks   This week&#8217;s obsession? Face masks. And honestly, it&#8217;s been game-changing.  There&#8217;s something so powerful about the ritual: slipping on a plush headband, scooping out a bit of Lush&#8217;s Beauty Sleep Mask (love the exfoliating beads), and letting your skin soak up all the goodness while you mentally check out. I&#8217;ve also been reaching for The Ordinary&#8217;s Salicylic Acid 2% Masque when my skin&#8217;s feeling congested&#8212;it&#8217;s that deep-cleansing reset that makes you look like instantly better.   It&#8217;s these small, easy rituals that are making me feel the most grounded lately. No huge time commitment, no pressure&#8212;just little layers of care that add up to a softer, glowier version of me.  It&#8217;s become my non-negotiable weekly ritual: face mask on, hair up, candles lit, and full main character energy. Self-care doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated to feel magical&#8212;and a good mask is proof." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pmBW!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4f81e27a-759e-428c-85d2-2f2b3dae48b1_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Beauty Obsession &#8211; At Home Spa ft Face Masks </strong></em></h4><p>This week&#8217;s obsession? Face masks. And honestly, it&#8217;s been game-changing.</p><p>There&#8217;s something so powerful about the ritual: slipping on a plush headband, scooping out a bit of <em>Lush&#8217;s Beauty Sleep Mask</em> (love the exfoliating beads), and letting your skin soak up all the goodness while you mentally check out. I&#8217;ve also been reaching for <em>The Ordinary&#8217;s Salicylic Acid 2% Masque</em> when my skin&#8217;s feeling congested&#8212;it&#8217;s that deep-cleansing reset that makes you look like instantly better. </p><p>It&#8217;s these small, easy rituals that are making me feel the most grounded lately. No huge time commitment, no pressure&#8212;just little layers of care that add up to a softer, glowier version of me.</p><p>It&#8217;s become my non-negotiable weekly ritual: face mask on, hair up, candles lit, and full main character energy. Self-care doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated to feel magical&#8212;and a good mask is proof.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18786620,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Mindset &amp; Positivity as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Lately, podcasts have seriously become my secret weapon for growth. It&#8217;s wild how just popping in my AirPods while on a walk or cleaning the kitchen can turn into these deep, transformational moments.  I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward shows that don&#8217;t just hype you up&#8212;but actually make you pause, reflect, and rethink the way you move through the world. The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes has been a total game-changer for me&#8212;every episode feels like a mini masterclass in mindset, leadership, and living with more intention. And then there&#8217;s The Mel Robbins Podcast... Mel just gets it. Her tough love advice and real-talk moments have sparked some of the biggest mindset shifts for me lately.  It&#8217;s like having a personal coach tucked in your pocket, ready to serve up the motivation (and the mirror checks) you didn&#8217;t even know you needed.  Honestly, the biggest takeaway? Growth doesn&#8217;t always have to look like some massive, loud breakthrough. Sometimes it&#8217;s just the quiet, consistent habit of tuning into ideas that stretch you, challenge you, and slowly but surely, shift you into a stronger, calmer, more aligned version of yourself.  And that&#8217;s a wrap on everything I&#8217;m currently loving &#8212; from the jackets that instantly upgrade every outfit, to the skincare rituals that turn an ordinary night into a mini spa retreat, to the podcasts filling my days with so much perspective and positive energy.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/162046708?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Mindset &amp; Positivity as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Lately, podcasts have seriously become my secret weapon for growth. It&#8217;s wild how just popping in my AirPods while on a walk or cleaning the kitchen can turn into these deep, transformational moments.  I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward shows that don&#8217;t just hype you up&#8212;but actually make you pause, reflect, and rethink the way you move through the world. The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes has been a total game-changer for me&#8212;every episode feels like a mini masterclass in mindset, leadership, and living with more intention. And then there&#8217;s The Mel Robbins Podcast... Mel just gets it. Her tough love advice and real-talk moments have sparked some of the biggest mindset shifts for me lately.  It&#8217;s like having a personal coach tucked in your pocket, ready to serve up the motivation (and the mirror checks) you didn&#8217;t even know you needed.  Honestly, the biggest takeaway? Growth doesn&#8217;t always have to look like some massive, loud breakthrough. Sometimes it&#8217;s just the quiet, consistent habit of tuning into ideas that stretch you, challenge you, and slowly but surely, shift you into a stronger, calmer, more aligned version of yourself.  And that&#8217;s a wrap on everything I&#8217;m currently loving &#8212; from the jackets that instantly upgrade every outfit, to the skincare rituals that turn an ordinary night into a mini spa retreat, to the podcasts filling my days with so much perspective and positive energy." title="Mindset &amp; Positivity as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Lately, podcasts have seriously become my secret weapon for growth. It&#8217;s wild how just popping in my AirPods while on a walk or cleaning the kitchen can turn into these deep, transformational moments.  I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward shows that don&#8217;t just hype you up&#8212;but actually make you pause, reflect, and rethink the way you move through the world. The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes has been a total game-changer for me&#8212;every episode feels like a mini masterclass in mindset, leadership, and living with more intention. And then there&#8217;s The Mel Robbins Podcast... Mel just gets it. Her tough love advice and real-talk moments have sparked some of the biggest mindset shifts for me lately.  It&#8217;s like having a personal coach tucked in your pocket, ready to serve up the motivation (and the mirror checks) you didn&#8217;t even know you needed.  Honestly, the biggest takeaway? Growth doesn&#8217;t always have to look like some massive, loud breakthrough. Sometimes it&#8217;s just the quiet, consistent habit of tuning into ideas that stretch you, challenge you, and slowly but surely, shift you into a stronger, calmer, more aligned version of yourself.  And that&#8217;s a wrap on everything I&#8217;m currently loving &#8212; from the jackets that instantly upgrade every outfit, to the skincare rituals that turn an ordinary night into a mini spa retreat, to the podcasts filling my days with so much perspective and positive energy." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kzeO!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff2777f9-ab1e-42de-aa35-9689d7ca7ca4_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Mindset &amp; Positivity as the Highest Form of Self-Love</strong></em></h4><p>Lately, podcasts have seriously become my secret weapon for growth. It&#8217;s wild how just popping in my AirPods while on a walk or cleaning the kitchen can turn into these deep, transformational moments.</p><p>I&#8217;ve been gravitating toward shows that don&#8217;t just hype you up&#8212;but actually <em>make you pause, reflect, and rethink</em> the way you move through the world. <em>The School of Greatness</em> by Lewis Howes has been a total game-changer for me&#8212;every episode feels like a mini masterclass in mindset, leadership, and living with more intention. And then there&#8217;s <em>The Mel Robbins Podcast</em>... Mel just gets it. Her tough love advice and real-talk moments have sparked some of the biggest mindset shifts for me lately.</p><p>It&#8217;s like having a personal coach tucked in your pocket, ready to serve up the motivation (and the mirror checks) you didn&#8217;t even know you needed.</p><p>Honestly, the biggest takeaway? Growth doesn&#8217;t always have to look like some massive, loud breakthrough. Sometimes it&#8217;s just the quiet, consistent habit of tuning into ideas that stretch you, challenge you, and slowly but surely, shift you into a stronger, calmer, more aligned version of yourself.</p><p>And that&#8217;s a wrap on everything I&#8217;m currently loving &#8212; from the jackets that instantly upgrade every outfit, to the skincare rituals that turn an ordinary night into a mini spa retreat, to the podcasts filling my days with so much perspective and positive energy.</p><p>It&#8217;s all about finding those little luxuries, the small-but-mighty moments that make life feel a little richer, a little more <em>you</em>. Whether it&#8217;s slipping into the perfect jacket, layering on a favorite face mask, or getting lost in a conversation that shifts your whole mindset, it&#8217;s these tiny choices that build a life that feels stylish, grounded, and <em>aligned</em>.</p><p>Here&#8217;s to looking good, feeling even better, and always making space for the things (and the habits) that move us forward.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and always a cool-girl<em>.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! 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But here&#8217;s my hot take: hobbies might just be the most underrated form of wellness.  Because when life gets overwhelming, when your brain is foggy from too much scrolling, when you&#8217;re tired of every app yelling at you to hustle or \&quot;glow up\&quot; &#8212; your hobbies are there. Quietly waiting. Ready to reconnect you to yourself.Hobbies: The Ultimate Wellness Hack  There&#8217;s something incredibly healing about doing something just for the joy of it. Not for money. Not for content. Not for anyone else&#8217;s approval. Just because it feels good.  Whether it&#8217;s painting, pilates, sewing, baking, dancing around your kitchen, writing in a journal, rearranging your bookshelf, or learning how to crochet &#8212; hobbies ground you. They get you out of your head and into your body. They remind you that you're a person, not just a productivity machine.  And remember when we were younger and had entire schedules filled with joyful activities? Dance class at 5, piano at 6, arts and crafts on Saturdays. There was a structure that supported creativity. Fun was non-negotiable. Maybe it&#8217;s time to bring that back&#8212;just with a soft, adult twist. You don&#8217;t need a color-coded planner, but carving out intentional time for hobbies can bring a gentle rhythm to your week. An effortless kind of structure that protects time for what actually fuels you.  Make a Joy List (Yes, Really)  If you don&#8217;t know where to start, make a joy list. Literally, write down all the little things that make you feel calm, happy, inspired, or energized. Things that make you lose track of time in the best way. Here's a pick in my joy list:   Singing  Photography  Reading a book in the sun  Putting outfits together   Stretching and exercising   Drawing  Playing Tennis   The goal? Sprinkle those things into your day. Even just 10 minutes of doing something that brings you joy can shift your whole vibe.  Fill Your Free Time With You  Let&#8217;s talk about what we usually do when we have downtime. Scroll TikTok. Watch Netflix. Refresh Instagram. It&#8217;s easy. It&#8217;s addictive. But does it really make you feel better afterward? Or just more drained?  Instead of defaulting to the dopamine slot machines, choose you. Choose joy. Choose presence. Maybe that looks like painting your nails while listening to your favorite playlist. Or finally starting that beginner French course. Or going on a walk and taking photos of flowers like you&#8217;re in a Wes Anderson movie.  Starting Small Is Still Starting  You don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you. Let me say that again for the perfectionists in the back: you don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you.  When I started writing, I didn&#8217;t think it would lead to anything. Same with painting and sewing. I just needed an outlet. A way to feel something that wasn&#8217;t just... stress. Years later, those hobbies became not just healing rituals but the foundation for my creative business.  But even if they hadn&#8217;t? They still would&#8217;ve been worth it.  Identity Capital Is Real  There&#8217;s a concept I love: identity capital. It&#8217;s the collection of experiences, skills, and passions that make you, well, you. When you pursue your interests with curiosity instead of pressure, you build that capital. And it shows up in your confidence, your creativity, your conversations. Not just your job nor \&quot;title\&quot; but the things that make you an interesting people, because \&quot;interesting people are interested\&quot;. In the world. In ideas. In their own weird little passions.  So if no one&#8217;s told you lately: go be weird and passionate. Start the hobby. Reignite an old one. Create just to create.  True Wellness Isn&#8217;t a Trend  True wellness isn&#8217;t about having a perfect morning routine, drinking a green juice or owning the latest fitness tracker. It&#8217;s about finding little ways to come home to yourself.  And hobbies? They&#8217;re one of the sweetest, simplest ways to do that. No algorithm. No audience. Just you, your curiosity, and something that makes you feel alive.  So next time you&#8217;re tempted to scroll, pause. Ask yourself: what do I actually want to feel right now?  Then go do something that brings you there.  Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.  xx,Sisi&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/161668850?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F493ede21-8369-4124-a151-a620b226f741_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Let&#8217;s be honest: in a world where self-care is often packaged as expensive facials, five-step morning routines, or trendy supplements that cost more than dinner, the humble hobby doesn&#8217;t get enough credit. But here&#8217;s my hot take: hobbies might just be the most underrated form of wellness.  Because when life gets overwhelming, when your brain is foggy from too much scrolling, when you&#8217;re tired of every app yelling at you to hustle or &quot;glow up&quot; &#8212; your hobbies are there. Quietly waiting. Ready to reconnect you to yourself.Hobbies: The Ultimate Wellness Hack  There&#8217;s something incredibly healing about doing something just for the joy of it. Not for money. Not for content. Not for anyone else&#8217;s approval. Just because it feels good.  Whether it&#8217;s painting, pilates, sewing, baking, dancing around your kitchen, writing in a journal, rearranging your bookshelf, or learning how to crochet &#8212; hobbies ground you. They get you out of your head and into your body. They remind you that you're a person, not just a productivity machine.  And remember when we were younger and had entire schedules filled with joyful activities? Dance class at 5, piano at 6, arts and crafts on Saturdays. There was a structure that supported creativity. Fun was non-negotiable. Maybe it&#8217;s time to bring that back&#8212;just with a soft, adult twist. You don&#8217;t need a color-coded planner, but carving out intentional time for hobbies can bring a gentle rhythm to your week. An effortless kind of structure that protects time for what actually fuels you.  Make a Joy List (Yes, Really)  If you don&#8217;t know where to start, make a joy list. Literally, write down all the little things that make you feel calm, happy, inspired, or energized. Things that make you lose track of time in the best way. Here's a pick in my joy list:   Singing  Photography  Reading a book in the sun  Putting outfits together   Stretching and exercising   Drawing  Playing Tennis   The goal? Sprinkle those things into your day. Even just 10 minutes of doing something that brings you joy can shift your whole vibe.  Fill Your Free Time With You  Let&#8217;s talk about what we usually do when we have downtime. Scroll TikTok. Watch Netflix. Refresh Instagram. It&#8217;s easy. It&#8217;s addictive. But does it really make you feel better afterward? Or just more drained?  Instead of defaulting to the dopamine slot machines, choose you. Choose joy. Choose presence. Maybe that looks like painting your nails while listening to your favorite playlist. Or finally starting that beginner French course. Or going on a walk and taking photos of flowers like you&#8217;re in a Wes Anderson movie.  Starting Small Is Still Starting  You don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you. Let me say that again for the perfectionists in the back: you don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you.  When I started writing, I didn&#8217;t think it would lead to anything. Same with painting and sewing. I just needed an outlet. A way to feel something that wasn&#8217;t just... stress. Years later, those hobbies became not just healing rituals but the foundation for my creative business.  But even if they hadn&#8217;t? They still would&#8217;ve been worth it.  Identity Capital Is Real  There&#8217;s a concept I love: identity capital. It&#8217;s the collection of experiences, skills, and passions that make you, well, you. When you pursue your interests with curiosity instead of pressure, you build that capital. And it shows up in your confidence, your creativity, your conversations. Not just your job nor &quot;title&quot; but the things that make you an interesting people, because &quot;interesting people are interested&quot;. In the world. In ideas. In their own weird little passions.  So if no one&#8217;s told you lately: go be weird and passionate. Start the hobby. Reignite an old one. Create just to create.  True Wellness Isn&#8217;t a Trend  True wellness isn&#8217;t about having a perfect morning routine, drinking a green juice or owning the latest fitness tracker. It&#8217;s about finding little ways to come home to yourself.  And hobbies? They&#8217;re one of the sweetest, simplest ways to do that. No algorithm. No audience. Just you, your curiosity, and something that makes you feel alive.  So next time you&#8217;re tempted to scroll, pause. Ask yourself: what do I actually want to feel right now?  Then go do something that brings you there.  Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.  xx,Sisi" title="Let&#8217;s be honest: in a world where self-care is often packaged as expensive facials, five-step morning routines, or trendy supplements that cost more than dinner, the humble hobby doesn&#8217;t get enough credit. But here&#8217;s my hot take: hobbies might just be the most underrated form of wellness.  Because when life gets overwhelming, when your brain is foggy from too much scrolling, when you&#8217;re tired of every app yelling at you to hustle or &quot;glow up&quot; &#8212; your hobbies are there. Quietly waiting. Ready to reconnect you to yourself.Hobbies: The Ultimate Wellness Hack  There&#8217;s something incredibly healing about doing something just for the joy of it. Not for money. Not for content. Not for anyone else&#8217;s approval. Just because it feels good.  Whether it&#8217;s painting, pilates, sewing, baking, dancing around your kitchen, writing in a journal, rearranging your bookshelf, or learning how to crochet &#8212; hobbies ground you. They get you out of your head and into your body. They remind you that you're a person, not just a productivity machine.  And remember when we were younger and had entire schedules filled with joyful activities? Dance class at 5, piano at 6, arts and crafts on Saturdays. There was a structure that supported creativity. Fun was non-negotiable. Maybe it&#8217;s time to bring that back&#8212;just with a soft, adult twist. You don&#8217;t need a color-coded planner, but carving out intentional time for hobbies can bring a gentle rhythm to your week. An effortless kind of structure that protects time for what actually fuels you.  Make a Joy List (Yes, Really)  If you don&#8217;t know where to start, make a joy list. Literally, write down all the little things that make you feel calm, happy, inspired, or energized. Things that make you lose track of time in the best way. Here's a pick in my joy list:   Singing  Photography  Reading a book in the sun  Putting outfits together   Stretching and exercising   Drawing  Playing Tennis   The goal? Sprinkle those things into your day. Even just 10 minutes of doing something that brings you joy can shift your whole vibe.  Fill Your Free Time With You  Let&#8217;s talk about what we usually do when we have downtime. Scroll TikTok. Watch Netflix. Refresh Instagram. It&#8217;s easy. It&#8217;s addictive. But does it really make you feel better afterward? Or just more drained?  Instead of defaulting to the dopamine slot machines, choose you. Choose joy. Choose presence. Maybe that looks like painting your nails while listening to your favorite playlist. Or finally starting that beginner French course. Or going on a walk and taking photos of flowers like you&#8217;re in a Wes Anderson movie.  Starting Small Is Still Starting  You don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you. Let me say that again for the perfectionists in the back: you don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you.  When I started writing, I didn&#8217;t think it would lead to anything. Same with painting and sewing. I just needed an outlet. A way to feel something that wasn&#8217;t just... stress. Years later, those hobbies became not just healing rituals but the foundation for my creative business.  But even if they hadn&#8217;t? They still would&#8217;ve been worth it.  Identity Capital Is Real  There&#8217;s a concept I love: identity capital. It&#8217;s the collection of experiences, skills, and passions that make you, well, you. When you pursue your interests with curiosity instead of pressure, you build that capital. And it shows up in your confidence, your creativity, your conversations. Not just your job nor &quot;title&quot; but the things that make you an interesting people, because &quot;interesting people are interested&quot;. In the world. In ideas. In their own weird little passions.  So if no one&#8217;s told you lately: go be weird and passionate. Start the hobby. Reignite an old one. Create just to create.  True Wellness Isn&#8217;t a Trend  True wellness isn&#8217;t about having a perfect morning routine, drinking a green juice or owning the latest fitness tracker. It&#8217;s about finding little ways to come home to yourself.  And hobbies? They&#8217;re one of the sweetest, simplest ways to do that. No algorithm. No audience. Just you, your curiosity, and something that makes you feel alive.  So next time you&#8217;re tempted to scroll, pause. Ask yourself: what do I actually want to feel right now?  Then go do something that brings you there.  Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.  xx,Sisi" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y9rr!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F493ede21-8369-4124-a151-a620b226f741_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y9rr!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F493ede21-8369-4124-a151-a620b226f741_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y9rr!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F493ede21-8369-4124-a151-a620b226f741_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y9rr!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F493ede21-8369-4124-a151-a620b226f741_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Let&#8217;s be honest: in a world where self-care is often packaged as expensive facials, five-step morning routines, or trendy supplements that cost more than dinner, the humble hobby doesn&#8217;t get enough credit. But here&#8217;s my hot take: hobbies might just be the most underrated form of wellness.</p><p>Because when life gets overwhelming, when your brain is foggy from too much scrolling, when you&#8217;re tired of every app yelling at you to hustle or "glow up" &#8212; your hobbies are there. Quietly waiting. Ready to reconnect you to yourself.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em>Hobbies: The Ultimate Wellness Hack</em></h3><p>There&#8217;s something incredibly <a href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/p/wellness-daily-habits-that-helped?r=2i707i">healing about doing something just for the joy of i</a>t. Not for money. Not for content. Not for anyone else&#8217;s approval. Just because it feels good.</p><p>Whether it&#8217;s painting, pilates, sewing, baking, dancing around your kitchen, writing in a journal, rearranging your bookshelf, or learning how to crochet &#8212; hobbies ground you. They get you out of your head and into your body. They remind you that you're a person, not just a productivity machine.</p><p>And remember when we were younger and had entire schedules filled with joyful activities? Dance class at 5, piano at 6, arts and crafts on Saturdays. There was a structure that supported creativity. Fun was non-negotiable. Maybe it&#8217;s time to bring that back&#8212;just with a soft, adult twist. You don&#8217;t need a color-coded planner, but carving out intentional time for hobbies can bring a gentle rhythm to your week. An effortless kind of structure that protects time for what actually fuels you.</p><h3><em>Make a Joy List (Yes, Really)</em></h3><p>If you don&#8217;t know where to start, make a joy list. Literally, write down all the little things that make you feel calm, happy, inspired, or energized. Things that make you lose track of time in the best way. Here's a pick in my joy list: </p><ul><li><p>Singing</p></li><li><p>Photography</p></li><li><p>Reading a book in the sun</p></li><li><p>Putting outfits together </p></li><li><p>Stretching and exercising </p></li><li><p>Drawing</p></li><li><p>Playing tennis </p></li></ul><p>The goal? Sprinkle those things into your day. Even just 10 minutes of doing something that brings you joy can shift your whole vibe.</p><h3><em>Fill Your Free Time With You</em></h3><p>Let&#8217;s talk about what we usually do when we have downtime. Scroll TikTok. Watch Netflix. Refresh Instagram. It&#8217;s easy. It&#8217;s addictive. But does it really make you feel better afterward? Or just more drained?</p><p>Instead of defaulting to the dopamine slot machines, choose you. Choose joy. Choose presence. Maybe that looks like painting your nails while listening to your favorite playlist. Or finally starting that beginner French course. Or going on a walk and taking photos of flowers like you&#8217;re in a Wes Anderson movie.</p><h3><em>Starting Small Is Still Starting</em></h3><p>You don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you. Let me say that again for the perfectionists in the back: <strong>you don&#8217;t have to be good at something for it to be good for you.</strong></p><p>When I started writing, I didn&#8217;t think it would lead to anything. Same with painting and sewing. I just needed an outlet. A way to feel something that wasn&#8217;t just... stress. Years later, those hobbies became not just healing rituals but the foundation for my creative business.</p><p>But even if they hadn&#8217;t? They still would&#8217;ve been worth it.</p><h3><em>Identity Capital Is Real</em></h3><p>There&#8217;s a concept I love: <em>identity capital</em>. It&#8217;s the collection of experiences, skills, and passions that make you, well, <em>you</em>. When you pursue your interests with curiosity instead of pressure, you build that capital. And it shows up in your confidence, your creativity, your conversations. Not just your job nor "title" but the things that make you an interesting people, because "interesting people are interested". In the world. In ideas. In their own weird little passions.</p><p>So if no one&#8217;s told you lately: go be weird and passionate. Start the hobby. Reignite an old one. Create just to create.</p><h3><em>True Wellness Isn&#8217;t a Trend</em></h3><p>True wellness isn&#8217;t about having a perfect morning routine, drinking a green juice or owning the latest fitness tracker. It&#8217;s about finding little ways to come home to yourself.</p><p>And hobbies? They&#8217;re one of the sweetest, simplest ways to do that. No algorithm. No audience. Just you, your curiosity, and something that makes you feel alive.</p><p>So next time you&#8217;re tempted to scroll, pause. Ask yourself: what do I <em>actually</em> want to feel right now?</p><p>Then go do something that brings you there.</p><p>Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sequins, Prioritizing Peace & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peaceful, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/sequins-prioritizing-peace-and-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/sequins-prioritizing-peace-and-everything</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:31:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3996f8eb-c8f1-4d9b-b33a-d05104664407_6000x3375.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YK1o!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/071796ed-1b25-4e65-8eec-58ca615d3fae_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:15987653,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  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It&#8217;s about showing up for yourself daily, building the small habits that keep you feeling at ease, and unapologetically choosing peace over pressure.  So whether it&#8217;s a flashy sequin outfit or a quiet space for your mind to reset, I&#8217;m sharing everything that&#8217;s been lighting up my world this week. Let&#8217;s dive in." title="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Imagine sequins catching the light just right&#8212;a subtle reminder to always find moments of joy amidst the chaos. Think luxe textures, mindful self-care, and those everyday habits that make life feel effortlessly elevated.  I&#8217;m talking about merging style with intentional peace&#8212;like rocking a statement sequin piece paired with a calm, signature routine that keeps you centered, even when the to-do list is a mile long.  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Think luxe textures, mindful self-care, and those everyday habits that make life feel effortlessly elevated.</p><p>I&#8217;m talking about merging style with intentional peace&#8212;like rocking a statement sequin piece paired with a calm, signature routine that keeps you centered, even when the to-do list is a mile long.</p><p>This week, it&#8217;s all about balancing chic moments with intentional self-care. Because when you're living in your <em>inner peace era</em>, it&#8217;s not about constantly hustling&#8212;it&#8217;s about aligning with what truly matters. From sparkling sequins that elevate my wardrobe to quiet moments of reflection that bring calm to the chaos, it&#8217;s been a blend of style, simplicity, and slowing down.</p><p>I&#8217;ve entered my <em>soft power</em> phase&#8212;less frantic energy, more graceful structure. It&#8217;s about showing up for yourself daily, building the small habits that keep you feeling at ease, and unapologetically choosing peace over pressure.</p><p>So whether it&#8217;s a flashy sequin outfit or a quiet space for your mind to reset, I&#8217;m sharing everything that&#8217;s been lighting up my world this week. Let&#8217;s dive in.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:22324687,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/161451542?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." title="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!s_88!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F598702ce-0a22-4cf8-ad19-7f9b5eb1482c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em>Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples</em></h4><p>Spring colors and style are having <em>a moment</em> in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or <a href="https://theprintedclub.etsy.com/listing/1881188550">baby tees</a>, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.</p><p>Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? <em>Essential.</em> A perfectly oversized button-up? <em>Non-negotiable.</em></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.</p><p>From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18570839,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Weekly Obsessions: The Importance of a Night Routine  Let&#8217;s talk beauty and self-care!  Now more than ever, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing my night routine&#8212;because honestly, ending the day with intention makes all the difference. There&#8217;s something so calming about unwinding with a mini at-home spa moment&#8212;think a Gua Sha massage, a cooling quartz roller, and the ultra-hydrating Laneige water sleeping mask for that effortless morning glow. It&#8217;s all about small rituals that feel indulgent but are actually just good self-care.  I&#8217;ve also been making space for self-improvement reading before bed (with a soft, dreamy playlist in the background)&#8212;whether it&#8217;s a mindset-shifting book or something that sparks creativity. Swapping endless scrolling for a good read has been such a game-changer. My current favorites? Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins, 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest, and Atomic Habits by James Clear.  Prioritizing rest, relaxation, and little luxuries? That&#8217;s the kind of beauty routine I&#8217;m here for.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/161451542?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Weekly Obsessions: The Importance of a Night Routine  Let&#8217;s talk beauty and self-care!  Now more than ever, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing my night routine&#8212;because honestly, ending the day with intention makes all the difference. There&#8217;s something so calming about unwinding with a mini at-home spa moment&#8212;think a Gua Sha massage, a cooling quartz roller, and the ultra-hydrating Laneige water sleeping mask for that effortless morning glow. It&#8217;s all about small rituals that feel indulgent but are actually just good self-care.  I&#8217;ve also been making space for self-improvement reading before bed (with a soft, dreamy playlist in the background)&#8212;whether it&#8217;s a mindset-shifting book or something that sparks creativity. Swapping endless scrolling for a good read has been such a game-changer. My current favorites? Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins, 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest, and Atomic Habits by James Clear.  Prioritizing rest, relaxation, and little luxuries? That&#8217;s the kind of beauty routine I&#8217;m here for." title="Beauty Weekly Obsessions: The Importance of a Night Routine  Let&#8217;s talk beauty and self-care!  Now more than ever, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing my night routine&#8212;because honestly, ending the day with intention makes all the difference. There&#8217;s something so calming about unwinding with a mini at-home spa moment&#8212;think a Gua Sha massage, a cooling quartz roller, and the ultra-hydrating Laneige water sleeping mask for that effortless morning glow. It&#8217;s all about small rituals that feel indulgent but are actually just good self-care.  I&#8217;ve also been making space for self-improvement reading before bed (with a soft, dreamy playlist in the background)&#8212;whether it&#8217;s a mindset-shifting book or something that sparks creativity. Swapping endless scrolling for a good read has been such a game-changer. My current favorites? Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. Hawkins, 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest, and Atomic Habits by James Clear.  Prioritizing rest, relaxation, and little luxuries? That&#8217;s the kind of beauty routine I&#8217;m here for." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BsFN!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa3792507-1761-4135-a0c8-7f727d08ccb6_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em>Beauty Weekly Obsessions: The Importance of a Night Routine</em></h4><p>Let&#8217;s talk beauty and self-care!</p><p>Now more than ever, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing my night routine&#8212;because honestly, ending the day with intention makes all the difference. There&#8217;s something so calming about unwinding with a mini at-home spa moment&#8212;think a Gua Sha massage, a cooling quartz roller, and the ultra-hydrating <em><strong>Laneige water sleeping mask</strong></em> for that effortless morning glow. It&#8217;s all about small rituals that feel indulgent but are actually just good self-care.</p><p>I&#8217;ve also been <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/effortless-wellness-daily-habits?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">making space for self-improvement</a> reading before bed (with a soft, dreamy playlist in the background)&#8212;whether it&#8217;s a mindset-shifting book or something that sparks creativity. Swapping endless scrolling for a good read has been such a game-changer. My current favorites? <em>Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender</em> by David R. Hawkins, <em>101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think</em> by Brianna Wiest, and <em>Atomic Habits</em> by James Clear.</p><p>Prioritizing rest, relaxation, and little luxuries? That&#8217;s the kind of beauty routine I&#8217;m here for.</p><iframe class="spotify-wrap playlist" data-attrs="{&quot;image&quot;:&quot;https://image-cdn-ak.spotifycdn.com/image/ab67706c0000da84d08f0ee20a9bdd0a97ecf4ea&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Spa Music 2025&#127811;&quot;,&quot;subtitle&quot;:&quot;By Impakt Records&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Playlist&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5EsjbD20Kzq8ONeJyHJoW9&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;noScroll&quot;:false}" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/playlist/5EsjbD20Kzq8ONeJyHJoW9" frameborder="0" gesture="media" allowfullscreen="true" allow="encrypted-media" loading="lazy" data-component-name="Spotify2ToDOM"></iframe><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:14529132,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Prioritizing Peace and Starting Hobbies as a Way of Self-Love  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing the idea of doing things just for me&#8212;no pressure, no performance, just joy. Like picking up photography again, not for the feed or the likes, but for the quiet satisfaction of freezing a moment in time, capturing beauty just because it made me feel something. Hobbies have this underrated power to anchor you&#8212;little rituals that pull you out of your head and drop you right into the present. And honestly? It&#8217;s been such a reset for my nervous system.  At the same time, I&#8217;ve fully stepped into my &#8220;peace is the priority&#8221; era. That means leaning into softness, saying no without guilt, and letting go of anything that disrupts my calm. I&#8217;ve been loving Mel Robbins&#8217; &#8220;Let them&#8221; theory&#8212;if they want to leave, misunderstand, overstep&#8230; let them. Protecting your peace isn&#8217;t passive, it&#8217;s powerful. And the relationship I&#8217;m focusing on the most right now? The one I have with myself. Because when that&#8217;s rooted in love, intention, and grace, everything else starts to flow.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/161451542?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Prioritizing Peace and Starting Hobbies as a Way of Self-Love  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing the idea of doing things just for me&#8212;no pressure, no performance, just joy. Like picking up photography again, not for the feed or the likes, but for the quiet satisfaction of freezing a moment in time, capturing beauty just because it made me feel something. Hobbies have this underrated power to anchor you&#8212;little rituals that pull you out of your head and drop you right into the present. And honestly? It&#8217;s been such a reset for my nervous system.  At the same time, I&#8217;ve fully stepped into my &#8220;peace is the priority&#8221; era. That means leaning into softness, saying no without guilt, and letting go of anything that disrupts my calm. I&#8217;ve been loving Mel Robbins&#8217; &#8220;Let them&#8221; theory&#8212;if they want to leave, misunderstand, overstep&#8230; let them. Protecting your peace isn&#8217;t passive, it&#8217;s powerful. And the relationship I&#8217;m focusing on the most right now? The one I have with myself. Because when that&#8217;s rooted in love, intention, and grace, everything else starts to flow." title="Prioritizing Peace and Starting Hobbies as a Way of Self-Love  Lately, I&#8217;ve been romanticizing the idea of doing things just for me&#8212;no pressure, no performance, just joy. Like picking up photography again, not for the feed or the likes, but for the quiet satisfaction of freezing a moment in time, capturing beauty just because it made me feel something. Hobbies have this underrated power to anchor you&#8212;little rituals that pull you out of your head and drop you right into the present. And honestly? It&#8217;s been such a reset for my nervous system.  At the same time, I&#8217;ve fully stepped into my &#8220;peace is the priority&#8221; era. That means leaning into softness, saying no without guilt, and letting go of anything that disrupts my calm. I&#8217;ve been loving Mel Robbins&#8217; &#8220;Let them&#8221; theory&#8212;if they want to leave, misunderstand, overstep&#8230; let them. Protecting your peace isn&#8217;t passive, it&#8217;s powerful. And the relationship I&#8217;m focusing on the most right now? The one I have with myself. Because when that&#8217;s rooted in love, intention, and grace, everything else starts to flow." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jrYH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F67ffc380-1bc0-40d3-a311-05035253d2bb_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Prioritizing Peace and Starting Hobbies as a Way of Self-Love</strong></em></h4><p>Lately, I&#8217;ve been <a href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life?r=2i707i">romanticizing the idea of doing things </a><em><a href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life?r=2i707i">just for me</a></em>&#8212;no pressure, no performance, just joy. Like picking up photography again, not for the feed or the likes, but for the quiet satisfaction of freezing a moment in time, capturing beauty just because it made <em>me</em> feel something. Hobbies have this underrated power to anchor you&#8212;little rituals that pull you out of your head and drop you right into the present. And honestly? It&#8217;s been such a reset for my nervous system.</p><p>At the same time, I&#8217;ve fully stepped into my &#8220;peace is the priority&#8221; era. That means leaning into softness, saying no without guilt, and letting go of anything that disrupts my calm. I&#8217;ve been loving Mel Robbins&#8217; <em><strong>&#8220;Let them&#8221;</strong></em> theory&#8212;if they want to leave, misunderstand, overstep&#8230; let them. Protecting your peace isn&#8217;t passive, it&#8217;s powerful. And the relationship I&#8217;m focusing on the most right now? The one I have with myself. Because when that&#8217;s rooted in love, intention, and grace, everything else starts to flow.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay positive, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wellness Daily Habits That Helped Me Detox My Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mindful, effortless and totally cool girl coded, welcome to my wellness daily habits that helped me detox my life]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/wellness-daily-habits-that-helped</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/wellness-daily-habits-that-helped</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 20:22:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/58ed195a-1563-4e65-b481-2f990cd1bf94_6000x3375.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18728932,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness these days has become another performance. Curated green smoothies, overpriced yoga sets, and a new &#8220;that girl&#8221; routine every two weeks. But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.  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How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.  This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the daily habits that slowly, softly detoxed my life and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise." title="Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness these days has become another performance. Curated green smoothies, overpriced yoga sets, and a new &#8220;that girl&#8221; routine every two weeks. But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.  This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the daily habits that slowly, softly detoxed my life and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9cLp!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76453510-bf21-4def-8646-a253d5dca92d_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;wellness these days has become another performance. Curated green smoothies, overpriced yoga sets, and a new &#8220;that girl&#8221; routine every two weeks. But true wellness? The real kind that grounds you and brings you peace? That happens quietly. In the smallest moments. In how you speak to yourself. How you start your morning. How you protect your mind and energy from the chaos of the world.</p><p>This is a love letter to that kind of wellness&#8212;the daily habits that slowly, softly detoxed my life and reminded me who I really am beneath the noise.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em>1- The Beauty of Silence + Gratitude First Thing in the Morning</em></h3><p>Every morning, before I reach for my phone or check the time&#8212;I just sit in silence. I let my thoughts rise and settle without judgment. I tune into the gentle sounds around me: birds outside, the soft rustle of trees, the hum of my home waking up. And then, I list everything I&#8217;m grateful for.</p><p>Not just the big things&#8212;but the little ones that often go unnoticed: the way sunlight filters through my window, the feeling of my cloud-like bed, my healthy body, the people I love, a roof over my head. Gratitude doesn&#8217;t just shift your mindset&#8212;it reconnects you with the present. And that presence? It&#8217;s everything.</p><h3><em>2- No Phone for 30 Minutes (Minimum)</em></h3><p>For years, I used to wake up and immediately check my phone&#8212;emails, messages, notifications, the news, Instagram... it all hit me before my brain was even fully online. And surprise&#8212;it left me feeling anxious, scattered, and <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">overstimulated before the day had even begun.</a></p><p>Now, my mornings are sacred. I stretch. I breathe. I make tea. I do my skincare slowly and mindfully. Sometimes I read a few pages of a book or just sit and daydream a little (specially now that the sun has entered the chat). Only <em>after</em> I&#8217;ve spent some time with myself do I pick up my phone. And even then, with intention. Because I&#8217;ve learned that how you begin your morning is often how you live your day.</p><p>I&#8217;ve tried this new morning routine hack this month and I&#8217;ve really seen changes specially surrounded my positive levels that have massively increased while my stress and constant need to reach for my phone have massively decreased!</p><h3><em>3- Reevaluating the Content You Consume&#8212;Including Music</em></h3><p>This might sound dramatic, but it changed <em>everything</em>: I became super mindful of the music I was listening to. I started realizing how so many lyrics&#8212;even the ones on my &#8220;boss b*tch playlist&#8221;&#8212;were subtly negative, filled with toxic relationship energy, or straight-up misogyny. And yet I was singing them on loop like affirmations. Wild, right?</p><p>So I made the switch. More soft, empowering, expansive music. Sounds that uplift me, ground me, or spark joy. Because music leaves an imprint. And if I wouldn&#8217;t accept someone speaking those words to me in real life&#8212;why would I let them be screamed at me in surround sound?</p><h3><em>4- Digital Cleanse: Detoxing The Feed + Saying Goodbye to the Noise</em></h3><p>We&#8217;re long overdue for a conversation about brain rot and rage-bait. So much of our scrolling isn&#8217;t even entertaining anymore&#8212;it&#8217;s just numbing. It&#8217;s passive. It&#8217;s habitual. I did a full cleanse of who I follow, unfollowing anything that drained me, made me feel small, or kept me stuck in comparison loops.</p><p>I swapped doom-scrolling for inspiring podcasts, artful YouTube videos, and creators who make me want to be more <em>present</em>&#8212;not more <em>perfect</em>. The difference in my mood and mindset? Insane.</p><h3><em>5- Detoxing the Apps&#8212;Deleting Instagram (Yes, for Real)</em></h3><p>After nearly a decade of checking Instagram daily, I finally deleted it. (<a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/the-benefits-of-deleting-instagram?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">Actually did it two months ago</a>.) Not in a casual &#8220;I&#8217;m taking a break&#8221; style, but completely cold turkey &#8212; fully <em>gone</em>. And I have zero regrets.</p><p>I&#8217;ve also been off TikTok for the past week, and while I won&#8217;t lie&#8212;it&#8217;s been a little harder to resist&#8212;I can <em>feel</em> my brain decompressing. The fog is lifting.</p><p>I have more ideas. More clarity. I notice things again. I&#8217;m not constantly refreshing someone else&#8217;s life&#8212;I&#8217;m living my own. It&#8217;s wild how much time and mental space opens up when you stop checking in on everyone else&#8217;s highlight reel.</p><h3><em>6- <strong>Read Books&#8212;Not Captions</strong></em></h3><p>Books changed the way I think. Not in some pretentious &#8220;I only read classics&#8221; way&#8212;because I don&#8217;t. I mostly read self-help and self-improvement books&#8212;but they <em>slow you down</em>. They require your full attention. They make you feel something deeper than a quick quote or viral clip.</p><p>Reading helped me relearn how to focus. How to reflect. How to sit with myself. Every time I finish a book, I walk away with something that actually <em>stays</em> with me. Which is more than I can say for any TikTok video or reel I&#8217;ve ever scrolled past.</p><h3><em>7- <strong>Start the Hobby&#8212;Stop Just Romanticizing It</strong></em></h3><p>Here&#8217;s the truth: I wouldn&#8217;t be where I am today if I hadn&#8217;t started painting, writing, or sewing just for the fun of it. Those hobbies weren&#8217;t just a creative escape during law school&#8212;they became the foundation of the business I have today.</p><p>There&#8217;s so much power in building what I&#8217;ve seen called &#8220;identity capital&#8221;&#8212;the experiences and interests that make you uniquely you. <em>Interesting people are interested.</em> And the more I create, the more I feel connected to myself in a way no scroll can replicate.</p><h3><em>8- <strong>Move Intuitionally for Joy, Not Just a Goal</strong></em></h3><p>Yes, we all love the idea of 10K steps a day. But if you work from home like me, that&#8217;s not always realistic. Lately, I&#8217;ve been loving dance workouts on YouTube that make you forget you&#8217;re exercising. Some days I just freestyle around my apartment with music blasting&#8212;and let me tell you, it <em>counts</em>.</p><p><a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/effortless-wellness-daily-habits?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">Movement doesn&#8217;t have to be rigid or routine</a>. It can be playful. Flowy. Releasing. The goal isn&#8217;t perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s <em>energy</em>.</p><h3><em><strong>9- Reduce Negative Energy (People Included)</strong></em></h3><p>Some people bring light. Others bring a cloud. And while I&#8217;m not into the whole &#8220;cut everyone off&#8221; narrative, I <em>am</em> a big fan of protecting your peace.</p><p>These days, I&#8217;m selective about who gets access to my energy. If someone constantly drains me, I gently pull back. I&#8217;d rather sit in silence alone than in noise with someone who leaves me feeling worse. Your presence is valuable&#8212;treat it that way.</p><p>Especially now, as an adult, my time is limited. So let&#8217;s make it worthy&#8212;and inspiring.</p><h3><em><strong>10- Treat Yourself Like You Treat Your Best Friend</strong></em></h3><p>This mindset is <em>everything</em>. I ask myself: would I feed my best friend junk and then guilt her for being tired? Would I speak down to her if she didn&#8217;t feel productive? No? Then why would I do that to me?</p><p>I started cooking with more love, hydrating more often, speaking to myself with care. It&#8217;s not about being perfect&#8212;it&#8217;s about being <em>kind</em>. Consistently.</p><p>We spend 100% of our time with ourselves&#8212;from the day we&#8217;re born until the day we die. Why not make that relationship a priority?</p><h3><em>11- <strong>My (Peaceful) Breakup with Coffee</strong></em></h3><p>In law school, I was powered by caffeine. But eventually, that power came at a cost&#8212;anxiety, jitters, full-on dependency. If I didn&#8217;t have my morning latte, I&#8217;d spiral into a foggy, headache-y mess.</p><p>After graduation, I decided to break up with coffee. I switched to matcha and herbal teas. No more caffeine crashes, no more anxiety spikes. Two years later, I don&#8217;t even miss it. I feel so much more balanced. It was the most unexpected act of self-care.</p><p>Wellness isn&#8217;t a checklist. It&#8217;s a series of small, intentional choices made with love. It&#8217;s how you treat yourself when no one&#8217;s watching. It&#8217;s knowing you don&#8217;t need to buy another thing, hit another milestone, or post another aesthetic photo to be worthy.</p><p>You already are.</p><p>Detoxing my life didn&#8217;t make me someone new&#8212;it helped me become more <em>me</em>. And that&#8217;s the whole point.</p><p>So whether you&#8217;re ready to delete Instagram, drink more water, or just start stretching in the morning&#8212;know this: every little step matters.</p><p>Until next time, stay inspired, stay mindful, and always romanticize your cool-girl life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silk Pieces, Self Discipline & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grounded, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/silk-pieces-self-discipline-and-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/silk-pieces-self-discipline-and-everything</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:50:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/44f7c515-b47c-416b-b2c3-e7f5d11a4c36_6000x3375.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:13386417,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Think luxe textures, intentional self-care, and those little habits that make life feel effortlessly elevated.  I&#8217;m talking fluid silk pieces, clean routines, and mindset shifts that are less hustle-culture and more quiet power&#8212;the kind of stuff that makes you feel put-together, even when your to-do list is out of control.  Right now, silk is having a major moment in my wardrobe. It&#8217;s luxe, easy, and lowkey makes every outfit feel elevated and relaxed. Pair it with a tee or something vintage and slouchy, and you&#8217;ve got that effortlessly chic, everyday uniform.  But style aside, I&#8217;ve fully entered my discipline era&#8212;building habits that feel aligned, not forced. Small structure, soft living. Think: showing up for your morning routine, eating like you actually care about your body, and not skipping the self-talk that keeps your energy clear.  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I&#8217;m talking fluid silk pieces, clean routines, and mindset shifts that are less hustle-culture and more quiet power&#8212;the kind of stuff that makes you feel put-together, even when your to-do list is out of control.  Right now, silk is having a major moment in my wardrobe. It&#8217;s luxe, easy, and lowkey makes every outfit feel elevated and relaxed. Pair it with a tee or something vintage and slouchy, and you&#8217;ve got that effortlessly chic, everyday uniform.  But style aside, I&#8217;ve fully entered my discipline era&#8212;building habits that feel aligned, not forced. Small structure, soft living. Think: showing up for your morning routine, eating like you actually care about your body, and not skipping the self-talk that keeps your energy clear.  From silky staples to everyday rituals that bring calm to the chaos, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m loving right now. Let&#8217;s dive in." title="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Think luxe textures, intentional self-care, and those little habits that make life feel effortlessly elevated.  I&#8217;m talking fluid silk pieces, clean routines, and mindset shifts that are less hustle-culture and more quiet power&#8212;the kind of stuff that makes you feel put-together, even when your to-do list is out of control.  Right now, silk is having a major moment in my wardrobe. It&#8217;s luxe, easy, and lowkey makes every outfit feel elevated and relaxed. Pair it with a tee or something vintage and slouchy, and you&#8217;ve got that effortlessly chic, everyday uniform.  But style aside, I&#8217;ve fully entered my discipline era&#8212;building habits that feel aligned, not forced. Small structure, soft living. Think: showing up for your morning routine, eating like you actually care about your body, and not skipping the self-talk that keeps your energy clear.  From silky staples to everyday rituals that bring calm to the chaos, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m loving right now. Let&#8217;s dive in." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3W2B!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F101b9d8c-1927-4435-836d-377abe8add72_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em><strong>Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.</strong></em></p><p>Think luxe textures, intentional self-care, and those little habits that make life feel effortlessly elevated.</p><p>I&#8217;m talking fluid silk pieces, clean routines, and mindset shifts that are less hustle-culture and more quiet power&#8212;the kind of stuff that makes you feel put-together, even when your to-do list is out of control.</p><p>Right now, silk is having a major moment in my wardrobe. It&#8217;s luxe, easy, and lowkey makes every outfit feel elevated <em>and</em> relaxed. Pair it with a tee or something vintage and slouchy, and you&#8217;ve got that effortlessly chic, everyday uniform.</p><p>But style aside, I&#8217;ve fully entered my discipline era&#8212;building habits that feel aligned, not forced. Small structure, soft living. Think: showing up for your morning routine, eating like you actually care about your body, and not skipping the self-talk that keeps your energy clear.</p><p>From silky staples to everyday rituals that bring calm to the chaos, here&#8217;s everything I&#8217;m loving right now. Let&#8217;s dive in.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:15505207,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Silk Pieces  You know that one piece in your wardrobe that just hits every time? The kind of staple that makes even the simplest outfit feel intentional, effortless, and expensive? For me, that&#8217;s been everything silk. And let me tell you&#8212;I&#8217;m obsessed.  There&#8217;s just something about silk that gives the perfect mix of classic and cool. It&#8217;s officially entered its main character era in my wardrobe.  It&#8217;s that rare fabric that does it all&#8212;soft, strong, and effortlessly elevated. Whether it&#8217;s a lace-trimmed camisole layered under an oversized blazer or wide-leg silk trousers paired with a crisp white tee or a Y2K baby tee, it brings this soft luxury energy that makes me feel like I have my life together (even on the off days). Maybe it&#8217;s because I&#8217;m in my bride era, or maybe it&#8217;s just the warmer weather, but right now I&#8217;m gravitating toward creamy, neutral tones&#8212;champagne, ivory, soft mocha&#8212;that feel just as good as they look. They catch the light in all the right ways and move with you like a second skin. Add a sculptural gold earring or a perfectly worn-in shoulder bag, and suddenly you&#8217;re giving effortless style without saying a word.  Silk isn&#8217;t just a fabric&#8212;it&#8217;s a mood. And this spring, I&#8217;m living in it.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160933268?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Silk Pieces  You know that one piece in your wardrobe that just hits every time? The kind of staple that makes even the simplest outfit feel intentional, effortless, and expensive? For me, that&#8217;s been everything silk. And let me tell you&#8212;I&#8217;m obsessed.  There&#8217;s just something about silk that gives the perfect mix of classic and cool. It&#8217;s officially entered its main character era in my wardrobe.  It&#8217;s that rare fabric that does it all&#8212;soft, strong, and effortlessly elevated. Whether it&#8217;s a lace-trimmed camisole layered under an oversized blazer or wide-leg silk trousers paired with a crisp white tee or a Y2K baby tee, it brings this soft luxury energy that makes me feel like I have my life together (even on the off days). Maybe it&#8217;s because I&#8217;m in my bride era, or maybe it&#8217;s just the warmer weather, but right now I&#8217;m gravitating toward creamy, neutral tones&#8212;champagne, ivory, soft mocha&#8212;that feel just as good as they look. They catch the light in all the right ways and move with you like a second skin. Add a sculptural gold earring or a perfectly worn-in shoulder bag, and suddenly you&#8217;re giving effortless style without saying a word.  Silk isn&#8217;t just a fabric&#8212;it&#8217;s a mood. And this spring, I&#8217;m living in it." title="Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Silk Pieces  You know that one piece in your wardrobe that just hits every time? The kind of staple that makes even the simplest outfit feel intentional, effortless, and expensive? For me, that&#8217;s been everything silk. And let me tell you&#8212;I&#8217;m obsessed.  There&#8217;s just something about silk that gives the perfect mix of classic and cool. It&#8217;s officially entered its main character era in my wardrobe.  It&#8217;s that rare fabric that does it all&#8212;soft, strong, and effortlessly elevated. Whether it&#8217;s a lace-trimmed camisole layered under an oversized blazer or wide-leg silk trousers paired with a crisp white tee or a Y2K baby tee, it brings this soft luxury energy that makes me feel like I have my life together (even on the off days). Maybe it&#8217;s because I&#8217;m in my bride era, or maybe it&#8217;s just the warmer weather, but right now I&#8217;m gravitating toward creamy, neutral tones&#8212;champagne, ivory, soft mocha&#8212;that feel just as good as they look. They catch the light in all the right ways and move with you like a second skin. Add a sculptural gold earring or a perfectly worn-in shoulder bag, and suddenly you&#8217;re giving effortless style without saying a word.  Silk isn&#8217;t just a fabric&#8212;it&#8217;s a mood. And this spring, I&#8217;m living in it." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pHoj!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F983e1d38-ec91-4d5e-bae5-44322735bcf3_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Transitioning into Spring with the Perfect Silk Pieces</strong></em></h4><p>You know that one piece in your wardrobe that just <em>hits</em> every time? The kind of staple that makes even the simplest outfit feel intentional, effortless, and expensive? For me, that&#8217;s been everything silk. And let me tell you&#8212;I&#8217;m obsessed.</p><p>There&#8217;s just something about silk that gives the perfect mix of classic and cool. It&#8217;s officially entered its main character era in my wardrobe.</p><p>It&#8217;s that rare fabric that does it all&#8212;soft, strong, and effortlessly elevated. Whether it&#8217;s a lace-trimmed camisole layered under an oversized blazer or wide-leg silk trousers paired with a crisp white tee or a <a href="https://theprintedclub.etsy.com/listing/1869736149">Y2K baby tee</a>, it brings this soft luxury energy that makes me feel like I have my life together (even on the off days). </p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Maybe it&#8217;s because I&#8217;m in my bride era, or maybe it&#8217;s just the warmer weather, but right now I&#8217;m gravitating toward creamy, neutral tones&#8212;champagne, ivory, soft mocha&#8212;that feel just as good as they look. They catch the light in all the right ways and move with you like a second skin. Add a sculptural gold earring or a perfectly worn-in shoulder bag, and suddenly you&#8217;re giving effortless style without saying a word.</p><p>Silk isn&#8217;t just a fabric&#8212;it&#8217;s a mood. And this spring, I&#8217;m living in it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18447581,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Obsession &#8211; She&#8217;s in Her Goddess Era Makeup  Let&#8217;s talk beauty. This season, I&#8217;m leaning into a look that&#8217;s glowy, grounded, and undeniably powerful. Skin is fresh and radiant&#8212;almost like you&#8217;ve just stepped out of golden hour&#8212;and the lips? Red. Always red.  But here&#8217;s the thing: the red lip isn&#8217;t just about looking good (though, let&#8217;s be honest, it does that too). It&#8217;s a symbol. Worn by women through decades of resistance, seduction, rebellion, and reinvention, red lipstick is a quiet revolution in a tube. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;watch me take up space&#8221; energy. There&#8217;s something unapologetically bold about swiping on a red lip before facing the world&#8212;like armor, but make it chic.  Pair it with clean, hydrated skin (I&#8217;m loving a mix of Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter and a dewy SPF base), brushed-up brows, and just a whisper of bronzer for dimension. Add faux freckles if you&#8217;re feeling playful&#8212;Freck OG is still that girl&#8212;and a satin-finish red (like MAC Ruby Woo or Makeup by Mario&#8217;s MoistureGlow) to tie it all together.  This look isn&#8217;t about perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about power. Feminine, self-defined, and totally unbothered. Because sometimes, the softest glam makes the loudest statement.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160933268?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Obsession &#8211; She&#8217;s in Her Goddess Era Makeup  Let&#8217;s talk beauty. This season, I&#8217;m leaning into a look that&#8217;s glowy, grounded, and undeniably powerful. Skin is fresh and radiant&#8212;almost like you&#8217;ve just stepped out of golden hour&#8212;and the lips? Red. Always red.  But here&#8217;s the thing: the red lip isn&#8217;t just about looking good (though, let&#8217;s be honest, it does that too). It&#8217;s a symbol. Worn by women through decades of resistance, seduction, rebellion, and reinvention, red lipstick is a quiet revolution in a tube. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;watch me take up space&#8221; energy. There&#8217;s something unapologetically bold about swiping on a red lip before facing the world&#8212;like armor, but make it chic.  Pair it with clean, hydrated skin (I&#8217;m loving a mix of Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter and a dewy SPF base), brushed-up brows, and just a whisper of bronzer for dimension. Add faux freckles if you&#8217;re feeling playful&#8212;Freck OG is still that girl&#8212;and a satin-finish red (like MAC Ruby Woo or Makeup by Mario&#8217;s MoistureGlow) to tie it all together.  This look isn&#8217;t about perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about power. Feminine, self-defined, and totally unbothered. Because sometimes, the softest glam makes the loudest statement." title="Beauty Obsession &#8211; She&#8217;s in Her Goddess Era Makeup  Let&#8217;s talk beauty. This season, I&#8217;m leaning into a look that&#8217;s glowy, grounded, and undeniably powerful. Skin is fresh and radiant&#8212;almost like you&#8217;ve just stepped out of golden hour&#8212;and the lips? Red. Always red.  But here&#8217;s the thing: the red lip isn&#8217;t just about looking good (though, let&#8217;s be honest, it does that too). It&#8217;s a symbol. Worn by women through decades of resistance, seduction, rebellion, and reinvention, red lipstick is a quiet revolution in a tube. It&#8217;s giving &#8220;watch me take up space&#8221; energy. There&#8217;s something unapologetically bold about swiping on a red lip before facing the world&#8212;like armor, but make it chic.  Pair it with clean, hydrated skin (I&#8217;m loving a mix of Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter and a dewy SPF base), brushed-up brows, and just a whisper of bronzer for dimension. Add faux freckles if you&#8217;re feeling playful&#8212;Freck OG is still that girl&#8212;and a satin-finish red (like MAC Ruby Woo or Makeup by Mario&#8217;s MoistureGlow) to tie it all together.  This look isn&#8217;t about perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about power. Feminine, self-defined, and totally unbothered. Because sometimes, the softest glam makes the loudest statement." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R-HH!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0c839cbf-03aa-4fe1-82a8-92b9ac83375c_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Beauty Obsession &#8211; She&#8217;s in Her Goddess Era Makeup</strong></em></h4><p>Let&#8217;s talk beauty. This season, I&#8217;m leaning into a look that&#8217;s glowy, grounded, and undeniably powerful. Skin is fresh and radiant&#8212;almost like you&#8217;ve just stepped out of golden hour&#8212;and the lips? Red. Always red.</p><p>But here&#8217;s the thing: the red lip isn&#8217;t just about looking good (though, let&#8217;s be honest, it <em>does</em> that too). It&#8217;s a symbol. Worn by women through decades of resistance, seduction, rebellion, and reinvention, red lipstick is a quiet revolution in a tube. It&#8217;s giving <em>&#8220;watch me take up space&#8221;</em> energy. There&#8217;s something unapologetically bold about swiping on a red lip before facing the world&#8212;like armor, but make it chic.</p><p>Pair it with clean, hydrated skin (I&#8217;m loving a mix of Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter and a dewy SPF base), brushed-up brows, and just a whisper of bronzer for dimension. Add faux freckles if you&#8217;re feeling playful&#8212;Freck OG is <em>still</em> that girl&#8212;and a satin-finish red (like MAC Ruby Woo or Chanel Rouge Allure Intense in 99 Pirate) to tie it all together.</p><p>This look isn&#8217;t about perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about power. Feminine, self-defined, and totally unbothered. Because sometimes, the softest glam makes the loudest statement.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:18210912,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Mindset &amp; Discipline as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Let&#8217;s talk about discipline&#8212;not in the hustle-culture, punishment-coded kind of way, but as an act of radical self-respect. Lately, I&#8217;ve been reframing discipline as a quiet, powerful form of love. The kind that says: I care enough about myself to show up with intention&#8212;even when no one&#8217;s watching.  It&#8217;s in the choice to log off when the scroll starts numbing. To not reach for your phone for at least 30 minutes after waking&#8212;giving yourself space to be bored, to think, to create. To reach for water before coffee. To move your body not out of guilt, but because you get to.Self-discipline is about getting your power back and creating a life that supports your peace, not just your productivity.  And it&#8217;s not about restriction&#8212;it&#8217;s about alignment. Choosing what you want most over what you want now. A lifestyle that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good online. It&#8217;s saying no to chaos so you can say yes to clarity. It&#8217;s embracing routines that protect your energy and rituals that romanticize your everyday.  So yes, the matcha mornings and slow movement sessions are cute&#8212;but the real flex? Being the kind of woman who keeps the promises she makes to herself.That&#8217;s the version of me I&#8217;m investing in. And honestly? She&#8217;s thriving.  The vibe? Cool-girl confidence meets effortless wellness. Romanticize your life, lean into what makes you feel your best, and most importantly&#8212;make it all feel easy.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160933268?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Mindset &amp; Discipline as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Let&#8217;s talk about discipline&#8212;not in the hustle-culture, punishment-coded kind of way, but as an act of radical self-respect. Lately, I&#8217;ve been reframing discipline as a quiet, powerful form of love. The kind that says: I care enough about myself to show up with intention&#8212;even when no one&#8217;s watching.  It&#8217;s in the choice to log off when the scroll starts numbing. To not reach for your phone for at least 30 minutes after waking&#8212;giving yourself space to be bored, to think, to create. To reach for water before coffee. To move your body not out of guilt, but because you get to.Self-discipline is about getting your power back and creating a life that supports your peace, not just your productivity.  And it&#8217;s not about restriction&#8212;it&#8217;s about alignment. Choosing what you want most over what you want now. A lifestyle that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good online. It&#8217;s saying no to chaos so you can say yes to clarity. It&#8217;s embracing routines that protect your energy and rituals that romanticize your everyday.  So yes, the matcha mornings and slow movement sessions are cute&#8212;but the real flex? Being the kind of woman who keeps the promises she makes to herself.That&#8217;s the version of me I&#8217;m investing in. And honestly? She&#8217;s thriving.  The vibe? Cool-girl confidence meets effortless wellness. Romanticize your life, lean into what makes you feel your best, and most importantly&#8212;make it all feel easy." title="Mindset &amp; Discipline as the Highest Form of Self-Love  Let&#8217;s talk about discipline&#8212;not in the hustle-culture, punishment-coded kind of way, but as an act of radical self-respect. Lately, I&#8217;ve been reframing discipline as a quiet, powerful form of love. The kind that says: I care enough about myself to show up with intention&#8212;even when no one&#8217;s watching.  It&#8217;s in the choice to log off when the scroll starts numbing. To not reach for your phone for at least 30 minutes after waking&#8212;giving yourself space to be bored, to think, to create. To reach for water before coffee. To move your body not out of guilt, but because you get to.Self-discipline is about getting your power back and creating a life that supports your peace, not just your productivity.  And it&#8217;s not about restriction&#8212;it&#8217;s about alignment. Choosing what you want most over what you want now. A lifestyle that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good online. It&#8217;s saying no to chaos so you can say yes to clarity. It&#8217;s embracing routines that protect your energy and rituals that romanticize your everyday.  So yes, the matcha mornings and slow movement sessions are cute&#8212;but the real flex? Being the kind of woman who keeps the promises she makes to herself.That&#8217;s the version of me I&#8217;m investing in. And honestly? She&#8217;s thriving.  The vibe? Cool-girl confidence meets effortless wellness. Romanticize your life, lean into what makes you feel your best, and most importantly&#8212;make it all feel easy." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!byIw!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe0b1a2ee-66d5-4664-aa56-b5df011a7a20_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Mindset &amp; Discipline as the Highest Form of Self-Love</strong></em></h4><p>Let&#8217;s talk about discipline&#8212;not in the hustle-culture, punishment-coded kind of way, but as an act of radical self-respect. Lately, I&#8217;ve been reframing discipline as a quiet, powerful form of love. The kind that says: <em>I care enough about myself to show up with intention&#8212;even when no one&#8217;s watching.</em></p><p>It&#8217;s in the choice to log off when the scroll starts numbing. To not reach for your phone for at least 30 minutes after waking&#8212;giving yourself space to be bored, to think, to create. To reach for water before coffee. To move your body not out of guilt, but because you <em>get</em> to.<br>Self-discipline is about getting your power back and creating a life that supports your peace, not just your productivity.</p><p>And it&#8217;s not about restriction&#8212;it&#8217;s about alignment. Choosing what you want <em>most</em> over what you want <em>now</em>. A lifestyle that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good online. It&#8217;s saying no to chaos so you can say yes to clarity. It&#8217;s embracing routines that protect your energy and rituals that <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">romanticize your everyday</a>.</p><p>So yes, the matcha mornings and slow movement sessions are cute&#8212;but the real flex? Being the kind of woman who keeps the promises she makes to herself.<br>That&#8217;s the version of me I&#8217;m investing in. And honestly? She&#8217;s thriving.</p><p>The vibe? Cool-girl confidence meets effortless wellness. Romanticize your life, lean into what makes you feel <em>your best</em>, and most importantly&#8212;make it all feel <em>easy</em>.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Art of Romanticizing Your Life: The Ultimate Survival Guide for 2025 Chaos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delulu but mindful and totally cool-girl coded&#8212;welcome to all the benefits I&#8217;ve been soaking up since I started romanticizing my life in this chaotic year.]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/the-art-of-romanticizing-your-life</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:46:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/bff00258-361e-423e-8a71-cff5f79bb650_6000x3375.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9Ysa!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:15286921,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;2025 has been a rollercoaster, and not the fun kind with cute photos at the end. Between the nonstop news cycle, digital burnout, and the general what is even happening anymore energy, it&#8217;s easy to feel like life is just something to get through.  But what if we flipped the script?  What if, instead of waiting for the big moments to feel happy, we started turning the smallest things into something beautiful? That&#8217;s the magic of romanticizing your life&#8212;transforming the mundane into a mood, the everyday into an experience, and your world into something you actually want to wake up to.  Think: sipping your morning matcha like you&#8217;re in a dreamy Parisian caf&#233;, adding a spritz of perfume before bed just because, or taking slow sunset walks with the perfect playlist. It&#8217;s not about faking aesthetic perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about finding joy in what&#8217;s already around you.  If 2025 is chaos, romanticizing the little things is how we stay sane. Let&#8217;s talk about why this mindset shift is the wellness hack of the season.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160433917?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcea45415-32bf-4b8a-bafb-fc7470b780e3_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;2025 has been a rollercoaster, and not the fun kind with cute photos at the end. Between the nonstop news cycle, digital burnout, and the general what is even happening anymore energy, it&#8217;s easy to feel like life is just something to get through.  But what if we flipped the script?  What if, instead of waiting for the big moments to feel happy, we started turning the smallest things into something beautiful? That&#8217;s the magic of romanticizing your life&#8212;transforming the mundane into a mood, the everyday into an experience, and your world into something you actually want to wake up to.  Think: sipping your morning matcha like you&#8217;re in a dreamy Parisian caf&#233;, adding a spritz of perfume before bed just because, or taking slow sunset walks with the perfect playlist. It&#8217;s not about faking aesthetic perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about finding joy in what&#8217;s already around you.  If 2025 is chaos, romanticizing the little things is how we stay sane. Let&#8217;s talk about why this mindset shift is the wellness hack of the season." title="Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;2025 has been a rollercoaster, and not the fun kind with cute photos at the end. Between the nonstop news cycle, digital burnout, and the general what is even happening anymore energy, it&#8217;s easy to feel like life is just something to get through.  But what if we flipped the script?  What if, instead of waiting for the big moments to feel happy, we started turning the smallest things into something beautiful? That&#8217;s the magic of romanticizing your life&#8212;transforming the mundane into a mood, the everyday into an experience, and your world into something you actually want to wake up to.  Think: sipping your morning matcha like you&#8217;re in a dreamy Parisian caf&#233;, adding a spritz of perfume before bed just because, or taking slow sunset walks with the perfect playlist. It&#8217;s not about faking aesthetic perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about finding joy in what&#8217;s already around you.  If 2025 is chaos, romanticizing the little things is how we stay sane. 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Between the nonstop news cycle, digital burnout, and the general <em>what is even happening anymore</em> energy, it&#8217;s easy to feel like life is just something to get through.</p><p>But what if we flipped the script?</p><p>What if, instead of waiting for the <em>big</em> moments to feel happy, we started turning the <em>smallest</em> things into something beautiful? That&#8217;s the magic of romanticizing your life&#8212;transforming the mundane into a mood, the everyday into an experience, and your world into something you actually <em>want</em> to wake up to.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>Think: sipping your morning matcha like you&#8217;re in a dreamy Parisian caf&#233;, adding a spritz of perfume before bed <em>just because,</em> or taking slow sunset walks with the perfect playlist. It&#8217;s not about faking aesthetic perfection&#8212;it&#8217;s about finding joy in what&#8217;s already around you.</p><p>If 2025 is chaos, romanticizing the little things is how we <em>stay sane.</em> Let&#8217;s talk about why this mindset shift is <em>the</em> wellness hack of the season. </p><h3><em>1- It Keeps You Present in a World That Feels Out of Control</em></h3><p>Right now, the world feels like a <em>Black Mirror</em> episode, and the temptation to doom-scroll is <em>real.</em> But here&#8217;s the thing&#8212;stressing about everything won&#8217;t fix it.</p><p>There&#8217;s real action that needs to be taken, and you and I can absolutely make an impact&#8212;by advocating, making intentional choices for a better future, surrounding ourselves with people who make us feel safe, staying informed, uncovering propaganda, and protesting when necessary.</p><p>But let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;these are also times of extreme stress and chaotic energy that can <em>consume</em> us if we&#8217;re not careful. The only way to reclaim your peace? <em>Anchoring yourself in the now.</em></p><p>Because your mind deserves rest and love, <a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/effortless-wellness-daily-habits?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">romanticizing the small things is a form of mindfulness</a>. It&#8217;s lighting a candle before journaling. It&#8217;s savoring your morning coffee instead of chugging it while checking emails. It&#8217;s noticing how fresh flowers brighten your space. It&#8217;s not reaching for your phone at least 30 minutes after waking up (tried it this week, and not only is it amazing for my mental health and productivity, but it&#8217;s also <em>eye-opening</em> to realize just how dependent we&#8217;ve become).</p><p>Anyway, the world might be chaos, but your little corner of it? That&#8217;s where you get to create your own calm.</p><h3><em>2- It Turns the Mundane Into Something Magical</em></h3><p>Let&#8217;s be real&#8212;most of life <em>isn&#8217;t</em> made up of grand, cinematic moments. It&#8217;s errands, work/ study, emails, and making dinner for the millionth time. But when you romanticize the small things, you turn routine into <em>ritual.</em></p><p>Your grocery run? It becomes an aesthetic little outing&#8212;a moment to get your steps in, choose fresh produce to nourish your body, and discover new recipes to elevate your meals.</p><p>Your shower? It&#8217;s a <em>spa escape</em>&#8212;essential oils, fluffy towels, and an <em>everything shower</em> that leaves you feeling <em>reborn.</em></p><p>Need to release some energy? Cue a solo karaoke party, complete with dramatic music video choreography.</p><p>Your night routine? It&#8217;s self-care&#8212;a cozy pajama moment, soft-lit lamps, a deeply moisturized face, a book that <em>actually </em>makes you feel something, and a playlist that soothes your soul.</p><p>When you add <em>intention</em> to your everyday, life stops feeling like something you&#8217;re just getting through.</p><h3><em>3- It Creates Natural Dopamine Without the Digital Drain</em></h3><p>We all love a little TikTok scroll&#8212;sometimes we even stumble across important insights. But let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;it&#8217;s the <em>junk food</em> of dopamine. A quick hit, then a crash, leaving you feeling more drained than before.</p><p><a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">The alternative? </a><em><a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false">Real</a></em><a href="/__u/open.substack.com/pub/sisimello/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and?r=2i707i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=false"> dopamine</a>. The kind that doesn&#8217;t overstimulate you but actually <em>fulfills</em> you.</p><ul><li><p>Moving your body in a way that <em>feels</em> good</p></li><li><p>Reading a book that pulls you in and actually makes you want to <em>live</em> and improve your quality of life</p></li><li><p>Setting the vibe with candles and music</p></li><li><p>Enjoying a <em>slow</em> morning instead of rushing out the door</p></li><li><p>Stepping outside for fresh air and sunlight</p></li></ul><p>These small shifts are an act of self-respect&#8212;because you deserve to feel good without needing a screen to do it.</p><h3><em>4- It Helps You Romanticize Yourself</em></h3><p>You know that <em>main character energy</em> everyone talks about? Yeah&#8212;<em>this</em> is how you unlock it.</p><p>Romanticizing your life means showing up as <em>her</em>&#8212;the version of you that glows from the inside out. The one who picks outfits that make her feel amazing, who speaks to herself with kindness, who looks in the mirror and <em>chooses</em> to love herself instead of picking apart flaws, who moves with confidence because she <em>knows</em> she&#8217;s the star of her own life.</p><p>This isn&#8217;t about being unrealistic&#8212;it&#8217;s about treating yourself like someone you <em>deeply</em> love. Because at the end of the day, you <em>are</em> your longest and most important relationship.</p><h3><em>5- It&#8217;s the Ultimate Act of Self-Preservation</em></h3><p>2025 is <em>testing</em> us. And while we can&#8217;t control everything, we <em>can</em> control how we show up for ourselves. Romanticizing the little things is a way of saying, <em>I deserve joy, even in the small moments.</em></p><p>So light the candle. Take yourself on coffee dates. Read that self-help book. Try that meditation. Romanticize your commute with a curated playlist. Wear <em>that</em> stylish outfit on a random Tuesday. Find magic in the <em>micro-moments</em>&#8212;because at the end of the day, <em>those moments are your life.</em></p><p>If the world is melting down, at least we&#8217;ll have <em>ourselves.</em> We won&#8217;t waste our lives being miserable and bitter. Because <em>this</em> is our life. And it&#8217;s about time we started <em>romanticizing our own existence.</em></p><p><strong>That&#8217;s the energy we </strong><em><strong>need</strong></em><strong> right now. </strong></p><p>And that&#8217;s a wrap on how we need to romanticize and give the half full cup mindset a try. From breaking free of the mindless scrolling to embracing the thrill of living, prioritizing mindful activities, and stepping into your <em>power</em>.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay stylish, protect your peace, and always romanticize your <em>cool-girl</em> life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring Fashion, Dopamine Menus & Everything I'm Currently Obsessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Balanced, stylish and totally cool girl coded, welcome to everything I'm loving this week]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/spring-fashion-dopamine-menus-and</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 19:28:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/288046b6-23a3-47c6-9e75-4970def4536c_6000x3375.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NFnS!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/aa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:19686855,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Right now, I&#8217;m deep in my spring awakening&#8212;think romantic but never outdated style, high-vibe habits, and those little indulgences that make life feel next-level. Consider this your VIP pass into my current rotation of everything stylish, intentional, and totally cool-girl coded.  Fashion-wise? It&#8217;s all about sequins paired with basics, romantic textures, and outfits that move as effortlessly as the season itself. Sheer fabrics? Always. Feminine details with a hint of edge? Absolutely. And let&#8217;s not forget the accessories&#8212;because a well-placed statement piece is the secret to making any look feel curated, not forced.  Beyond the wardrobe, my dopamine menu is fully stocked. Green tea-fueled mornings, rituals that keep my mindset locked in soft-yet-powerful energy, and self-care that feels like the ultimate luxury. Daily affirmations, a signature scent, and small habits that turn the mundane into magic? Non-negotiable.  So whether you&#8217;re here for the style inspo, the mindset shifts, or just a peek into what&#8217;s been on my radar, you&#8217;re in the right place. Let&#8217;s get into it.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160141924?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faa44501b-7b93-40be-9552-8e1d06a66708_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Right now, I&#8217;m deep in my spring awakening&#8212;think romantic but never outdated style, high-vibe habits, and those little indulgences that make life feel next-level. Consider this your VIP pass into my current rotation of everything stylish, intentional, and totally cool-girl coded.  Fashion-wise? It&#8217;s all about sequins paired with basics, romantic textures, and outfits that move as effortlessly as the season itself. Sheer fabrics? Always. Feminine details with a hint of edge? Absolutely. And let&#8217;s not forget the accessories&#8212;because a well-placed statement piece is the secret to making any look feel curated, not forced.  Beyond the wardrobe, my dopamine menu is fully stocked. Green tea-fueled mornings, rituals that keep my mindset locked in soft-yet-powerful energy, and self-care that feels like the ultimate luxury. Daily affirmations, a signature scent, and small habits that turn the mundane into magic? Non-negotiable.  So whether you&#8217;re here for the style inspo, the mindset shifts, or just a peek into what&#8217;s been on my radar, you&#8217;re in the right place. Let&#8217;s get into it." title="Today, I&#8217;m spilling everything that&#8217;s been living in my head rent-free this week&#8212;because when I&#8217;m obsessed, you know I have to share.  Right now, I&#8217;m deep in my spring awakening&#8212;think romantic but never outdated style, high-vibe habits, and those little indulgences that make life feel next-level. Consider this your VIP pass into my current rotation of everything stylish, intentional, and totally cool-girl coded.  Fashion-wise? It&#8217;s all about sequins paired with basics, romantic textures, and outfits that move as effortlessly as the season itself. Sheer fabrics? Always. Feminine details with a hint of edge? Absolutely. And let&#8217;s not forget the accessories&#8212;because a well-placed statement piece is the secret to making any look feel curated, not forced.  Beyond the wardrobe, my dopamine menu is fully stocked. Green tea-fueled mornings, rituals that keep my mindset locked in soft-yet-powerful energy, and self-care that feels like the ultimate luxury. Daily affirmations, a signature scent, and small habits that turn the mundane into magic? Non-negotiable.  So whether you&#8217;re here for the style inspo, the mindset shifts, or just a peek into what&#8217;s been on my radar, you&#8217;re in the right place. 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Consider this your VIP pass into my current rotation of everything stylish, intentional, and totally cool-girl coded.</p><p>Fashion-wise? It&#8217;s all about sequins paired with basics, romantic textures, and outfits that move as effortlessly as the season itself. Sheer fabrics? Always. Feminine details with a hint of edge? Absolutely. And let&#8217;s not forget the accessories&#8212;because a well-placed statement piece is the secret to making any look feel curated, not forced.</p><p>Beyond the wardrobe, my dopamine menu is fully stocked. Green tea-fueled mornings, rituals that keep my mindset locked in soft-yet-powerful energy, and self-care that feels like the ultimate luxury. Daily affirmations, a signature scent, and small habits that turn the mundane into magic? <em>Non-negotiable.</em></p><p>So whether you&#8217;re here for the style inspo, the mindset shifts, or just a peek into what&#8217;s been on my radar, you&#8217;re in the right place. Let&#8217;s get into it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:23204469,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  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This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." title="Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples  Spring colors and style are having a moment in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or baby tees, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.  Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? Essential. A perfectly oversized button-up? Non-negotiable.  And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.  From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0eaC!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff6f7a4f4-c477-4bf5-94b6-895bbc1308f2_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Fashion Obsessions of the Week: Dreamy Sequins &amp; Cool-Girl Staples</strong></em></h4><p>Spring colors and style are having <em>a moment</em> in my world right now, and I&#8217;m fully leaning in. This week, I&#8217;m craving a mix of soft romance and cool-girl edge&#8212;think sequin skirts with casual tanks or <a href="https://theprintedclub.etsy.com/listing/1881188550">baby tees</a>, vintage-inspired textures, and accessories that make every outfit feel intentional.</p><p>Pastels and earthy tones are ruling my wardrobe, but with a little glam treatment&#8212;embellishments, statement shoes, and luxe fabrics that feel just as good as they look. A well-loved designer bag? <em>Essential.</em> A perfectly oversized button-up? <em>Non-negotiable.</em></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="/__u/sisimello.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>And let&#8217;s talk shoes&#8212;because if there&#8217;s one thing I&#8217;m obsessed with, it&#8217;s footwear that makes a statement. Right now, pointed-toe heels and dainty ballet flats are taking turns in my rotation, effortlessly balancing feminine energy with a touch of vintage sophistication.</p><p>From high-shine details to timeless staples that suddenly feel fresh again, one thing&#8217;s for sure&#8212;the style and ethereal aesthetic are at an all-time high in my little world.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/def6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:16989807,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; Embracing Your Skin  When it comes to beauty, I&#8217;m in my natural era. No heavy layers, no over-the-top glam&#8212;just skin that looks like skin, makeup that enhances rather than hides, and the quiet confidence that comes from truly liking what you see in the mirror.  Glowy, effortless beauty is the vibe. Dewy skin, flushed cheeks, and barely-there makeup that makes you feel like you, just a little more radiant. But beyond the products, it&#8217;s about embracing who we are&#8212;our features, our quirks, the little things that make us unique. There&#8217;s something powerful about feeling at home in your own skin, about finding beauty in what&#8217;s already there rather than trying to change it.  I guess I&#8217;ve been feeling like there&#8217;s nothing more empowering than getting your power back by not feeding into the cycle of insecurities and mass production. &#8220;Improving&#8221; with makeup or skincare because you want to, not because you feel like you need to. Being okay with having flaws&#8212;being human.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160141924?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; Embracing Your Skin  When it comes to beauty, I&#8217;m in my natural era. No heavy layers, no over-the-top glam&#8212;just skin that looks like skin, makeup that enhances rather than hides, and the quiet confidence that comes from truly liking what you see in the mirror.  Glowy, effortless beauty is the vibe. Dewy skin, flushed cheeks, and barely-there makeup that makes you feel like you, just a little more radiant. But beyond the products, it&#8217;s about embracing who we are&#8212;our features, our quirks, the little things that make us unique. There&#8217;s something powerful about feeling at home in your own skin, about finding beauty in what&#8217;s already there rather than trying to change it.  I guess I&#8217;ve been feeling like there&#8217;s nothing more empowering than getting your power back by not feeding into the cycle of insecurities and mass production. &#8220;Improving&#8221; with makeup or skincare because you want to, not because you feel like you need to. Being okay with having flaws&#8212;being human." title="Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; Embracing Your Skin  When it comes to beauty, I&#8217;m in my natural era. No heavy layers, no over-the-top glam&#8212;just skin that looks like skin, makeup that enhances rather than hides, and the quiet confidence that comes from truly liking what you see in the mirror.  Glowy, effortless beauty is the vibe. Dewy skin, flushed cheeks, and barely-there makeup that makes you feel like you, just a little more radiant. But beyond the products, it&#8217;s about embracing who we are&#8212;our features, our quirks, the little things that make us unique. There&#8217;s something powerful about feeling at home in your own skin, about finding beauty in what&#8217;s already there rather than trying to change it.  I guess I&#8217;ve been feeling like there&#8217;s nothing more empowering than getting your power back by not feeding into the cycle of insecurities and mass production. &#8220;Improving&#8221; with makeup or skincare because you want to, not because you feel like you need to. Being okay with having flaws&#8212;being human." srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v_4n!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_auto, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdef6ab1c-c578-4ccc-9566-1af44d324fdb_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h4><em><strong>Beauty Obsessions of the Week: Natural Beauty &amp; Embracing Your Skin</strong></em></h4><p>When it comes to beauty, I&#8217;m in my natural era. No heavy layers, no over-the-top glam&#8212;just skin that looks like skin, makeup that enhances rather than hides, and the quiet confidence that comes from truly liking what you see in the mirror.</p><p>Glowy, effortless beauty is the vibe. Dewy skin, flushed cheeks, and barely-there makeup that makes you feel like you, just a little more radiant. But beyond the products, it&#8217;s about embracing who we are&#8212;our features, our quirks, the little things that make us unique. There&#8217;s something powerful about feeling at home in your own skin, about finding beauty in what&#8217;s already there rather than trying to change it.</p><p>I guess I&#8217;ve been feeling like there&#8217;s nothing more empowering than getting your power back by not feeding into the cycle of insecurities and mass production. &#8220;Improving&#8221; with makeup or skincare because you want to, not because you feel like you need to. Being okay with having flaws&#8212;being human.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uGvM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:21482670,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: The Dopamine Menu - The Shift That&#8217;s Making Every Day Feel Better Than Scrolling Ever Could  Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with prioritizing real dopamine&#8212;the kind that comes from doing, creating, and experiencing, not just consuming. We&#8217;re talking about the rush of finishing a book, the satisfaction of a deep stretch, and the little high from crossing something off your to-do list. The secret? A dopamine menu&#8212;a curated list of habits and rituals that fuel your happiness, naturally.  Instead of reaching for my phone first thing in the morning, I&#8217;m reaching for a tea and a good playlist. Instead of endless scrolling, I&#8217;m choosing movement, fresh air, and creative moments that actually energize me. Because let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;the quick hits from doom-scrolling and digital overload never really leave us feeling good.  So, here&#8217;s my new approach: intentional dopamine. A morning walk to clear my mind. Romanticizing my tea + gratitude journal ritual. A daily challenge that keeps me engaged (right now, it&#8217;s mastering meditation and my weighted pilates journey). And most importantly&#8212;disconnecting to reconnect with me.  At the end of the day, happiness isn&#8217;t something you stumble upon&#8212;it&#8217;s something you create, moment by moment. So, consider this your reminder to swap mindless consumption for mindful action. Build your own dopamine menu (here&#8217;s a video on &#8220;how to&#8221;). Romanticize the simple things. And most importantly&#8212;choose habits that make you feel truly alive.&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/i/160141924?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F14823cc7-4b15-4e3a-8c1f-6857341ee6de_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="Lifestyle Obsession of the Week: The Dopamine Menu - The Shift That&#8217;s Making Every Day Feel Better Than Scrolling Ever Could  Lately, I&#8217;ve been obsessed with prioritizing real dopamine&#8212;the kind that comes from doing, creating, and experiencing, not just consuming. We&#8217;re talking about the rush of finishing a book, the satisfaction of a deep stretch, and the little high from crossing something off your to-do list. The secret? A dopamine menu&#8212;a curated list of habits and rituals that fuel your happiness, naturally.  Instead of reaching for my phone first thing in the morning, I&#8217;m reaching for a tea and a good playlist. Instead of endless scrolling, I&#8217;m choosing movement, fresh air, and creative moments that actually energize me. Because let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;the quick hits from doom-scrolling and digital overload never really leave us feeling good.  So, here&#8217;s my new approach: intentional dopamine. A morning walk to clear my mind. Romanticizing my tea + gratitude journal ritual. A daily challenge that keeps me engaged (right now, it&#8217;s mastering meditation and my weighted pilates journey). And most importantly&#8212;disconnecting to reconnect with me.  At the end of the day, happiness isn&#8217;t something you stumble upon&#8212;it&#8217;s something you create, moment by moment. So, consider this your reminder to swap mindless consumption for mindful action. 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Because let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;the quick hits from doom-scrolling and digital overload never really leave us feeling good.  So, here&#8217;s my new approach: intentional dopamine. A morning walk to clear my mind. Romanticizing my tea + gratitude journal ritual. A daily challenge that keeps me engaged (right now, it&#8217;s mastering meditation and my weighted pilates journey). And most importantly&#8212;disconnecting to reconnect with me.  At the end of the day, happiness isn&#8217;t something you stumble upon&#8212;it&#8217;s something you create, moment by moment. So, consider this your reminder to swap mindless consumption for mindful action. Build your own dopamine menu (here&#8217;s a video on &#8220;how to&#8221;). Romanticize the simple things. 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We&#8217;re talking about the rush of finishing a book, the satisfaction of a deep stretch, and the little high from crossing something off your to-do list. The secret? A <strong>dopamine menu</strong>&#8212;a curated list of habits and rituals that fuel your happiness, naturally.</p><p>Instead of reaching for my phone first thing in the morning, I&#8217;m reaching for a tea and a good playlist. Instead of endless scrolling, I&#8217;m choosing movement, fresh air, and creative moments that actually energize me. Because let&#8217;s be honest&#8212;the quick hits from doom-scrolling and digital overload never <em>really</em> leave us feeling good.</p><p>So, here&#8217;s my new approach: <strong>intentional dopamine.</strong> A morning walk to clear my mind. Romanticizing my tea + gratitude journal ritual. A daily challenge that keeps me engaged (right now, it&#8217;s mastering meditation and my weighted pilates journey). And most importantly&#8212;disconnecting to reconnect with <em>me</em>.</p><p>At the end of the day, happiness isn&#8217;t something you stumble upon&#8212;it&#8217;s something you create, moment by moment. So, consider this your reminder to swap mindless consumption for mindful action. Build your own dopamine menu <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lindsay.adkinson/video/7407492681724661034?_r=1&amp;_t=ZN-8v5pwS27A2A">(here&#8217;s a video on &#8220;how to&#8221;)</a>. Romanticize the simple things. And most importantly&#8212;choose habits that make you feel truly <em>alive</em>.</p><p>The vibe? Cool-girl confidence meets effortless wellness. Romanticize your life, lean into what makes you feel <em>your best</em>, and most importantly&#8212;make it all feel <em>easy</em>.</p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay glowing, stay stylish, and most importantly, stay <em>you.</em></p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.&#129336;&#127996;&#8205;&#9792;&#65039;</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benefits of Controlling a Consumerist Mindset & How Massive Hauls No Longer Attract Me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stylish, mindful and totally cool girl coded, welcome to all the benefits I've been able to enjoy since stopping my constant need to consume]]></description><link>https://sisimello.substack.com/p/benefits-of-controlling-a-consumerist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://sisimello.substack.com/p/benefits-of-controlling-a-consumerist</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sisi PV]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:22:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/70ec6f7c-6e04-4511-ab15-87f8a206fc5e_6000x3375.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_424, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png 424w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_848, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png 848w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1272, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png 1272w, /__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/w_1456, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/c_limit, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/f_webp, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/q_auto:good, /__u/sisimello.substack.com/fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="/__u/substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rPld!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png" width="1456" height="819" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e86b3e5d-ddd1-4df5-92ef-cda610a10112_6000x3375.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:819,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:16868562,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;There was a time when I thought more was more&#8212;the thrill of a massive haul, the rush of unboxing, the fleeting high of a new purchase. But somewhere between chasing trends and overflowing closets, I realized: true style isn&#8217;t about having everything&#8212;it&#8217;s about curating what matters.  Now? I&#8217;m all about investing in timeless pieces, shopping secondhand like it&#8217;s a sport, and only bringing things into my wardrobe that I genuinely love. Less clutter, more intention. Less impulse, more style. And honestly? I&#8217;ve never felt chicer.  If you&#8217;re over the endless cycle of buy, regret, repeat&#8212;welcome. 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I&#8217;m all about investing in timeless pieces, shopping secondhand like it&#8217;s a sport, and only bringing things into my wardrobe that I genuinely love. Less clutter, more intention. Less impulse, more style. And honestly? I&#8217;ve never felt chicer.  If you&#8217;re over the endless cycle of buy, regret, repeat&#8212;welcome. Let&#8217;s talk about how controlling a consumerist mindset can make you more stylish, more mindful, and, ultimately, cooler than ever." title="There was a time when I thought more was more&#8212;the thrill of a massive haul, the rush of unboxing, the fleeting high of a new purchase. But somewhere between chasing trends and overflowing closets, I realized: true style isn&#8217;t about having everything&#8212;it&#8217;s about curating what matters.  Now? I&#8217;m all about investing in timeless pieces, shopping secondhand like it&#8217;s a sport, and only bringing things into my wardrobe that I genuinely love. Less clutter, more intention. Less impulse, more style. And honestly? I&#8217;ve never felt chicer.  If you&#8217;re over the endless cycle of buy, regret, repeat&#8212;welcome. 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But somewhere between chasing trends and overflowing closets, I realized: true style isn&#8217;t about having <em>everything</em>&#8212;it&#8217;s about curating <em>what matters</em>.</p><p>Now? I&#8217;m all about investing in timeless pieces, shopping secondhand like it&#8217;s a sport, and only bringing things into my wardrobe that I <em>genuinely</em> love. Less clutter, more intention. Less impulse, more style. And honestly? I&#8217;ve never felt chicer.</p><p>If you&#8217;re over the endless cycle of buy, regret, repeat&#8212;welcome. Let&#8217;s talk about how controlling a consumerist mindset can make you more stylish, more mindful, and, ultimately, <em>cooler than ever</em>.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><h3><em>1- Control the Mindless Shopping &amp; Comparison Trap</em></h3><p>We&#8217;ve all been there&#8212;scrolling late at night, adding to cart, convincing ourselves <em>this</em> purchase will finally make us <em>that </em>girl. Social media has turned shopping into a sport, and with every haul, every &#8220;you need this&#8221; post, and every perfectly curated OOTD, it&#8217;s easy to feel like you&#8217;re just <em>one</em> purchase away from unlocking your best self. Spoiler: You&#8217;re not. You already <em>are</em> the coolest&#8212;no polyester top is going to make you more stylish.</p><p>The truth? Mindless shopping isn&#8217;t just draining your wallet&#8212;it&#8217;s draining your energy. The constant cycle of buying, comparing, and craving more keeps you stuck in a loop of dissatisfaction. The second you get <em>that</em> new item, the next must-have is already on your feed. It&#8217;s a game you&#8217;ll never win.</p><p>The shift happens when you start seeing shopping for what it <em>is</em>&#8212;a tool, not a coping mechanism. Unfollow accounts that make you feel less-than. Pause before you buy and ask yourself: <em>Would I love this in a year? Would I wear it 30 times?</em> If the answer isn&#8217;t an immediate <em>yes</em>, let it go. True style isn&#8217;t about consuming endlessly&#8212;it&#8217;s about curating intentionally. And trust me, <em>that</em> is the real cool girl move.</p><h3><em>2- Making Fashion Exciting Again</em></h3><p>There&#8217;s nothing like the thrill of the hunt&#8212;the rush of scrolling through Vinted, eBay, or Depop and stumbling upon that <em>perfect</em> piece. A rare vintage gem, a designer bag at a fraction of the price, a pre-loved jacket that looks like it walked straight out of a &#8216;90s fashion editorial. Shopping this way feels less like mindless consumption and more like a personal treasure hunt. And honestly? It makes fashion <em>fun</em> again.</p><p>I used to walk into Zara, grab a few trendy pieces, and ride that temporary dopamine high. But over time, it started to feel&#8230; hollow. Don&#8217;t get me wrong&#8212;I still shop fast fashion here and there, but it doesn&#8217;t excite me like it used to. The more I learn about style&#8212;the <em>real</em> art of dressing&#8212;the more I crave uniqueness. The more I want pieces that <em>tell a story</em>, that actually feel like <em>me</em>.</p><p>Curating my closet through secondhand shopping hasn&#8217;t just elevated my wardrobe&#8212;it&#8217;s made me a smarter, more intentional shopper. No more impulse buys that sit unworn. Instead, every piece feels like a <em>find</em>&#8212;something that aligns with my aesthetic, my vision, and, let&#8217;s be real, my dream Pinterest board. Plus, knowing I&#8217;m shopping sustainably? Just the cherry on top.</p><h3><em>3- The Freedom of Buying Without Regret</em></h3><p>At some point, I had to ask myself&#8212;<em>do I actually want this, or have I just been conditioned to think I do?</em> Because the truth is, you don&#8217;t <em>need</em> all that. The constant cycle of buying, upgrading, chasing the next &#8220;it&#8221; item? Exhausting. And lately, I&#8217;ve been way more into saving for experiences, for actual life goals, rather than spending just to <em>keep up</em>.</p><p>I think this shift has been brewing for a while, but the whole Birkin craze really hit a nerve. Don&#8217;t get me wrong&#8212;I <em>love </em>handbags. But the idea of being <em>bullied</em> into spending thousands just to maintain your place on a waitlist? Having to buy whatever your sales associate suggests so you can prove you&#8217;re &#8220;worthy&#8221; of the <em>next</em> offer? It&#8217;s wild. The fact that this is even a thing in luxury shopping is insane to me.</p><p>The more I think about it, the more I realize&#8212;true style isn&#8217;t about buying whatever is deemed exclusive at the moment. It&#8217;s about confidence, creativity, and curating pieces that <em>actually mean something to you</em>. And honestly? Prioritizing financial freedom, travel, and moments that <em>add value</em> to life over playing into these manufactured status games? That&#8217;s the <em>real</em> flex.</p><h3><em>4- Creating Instead of Consuming</em></h3><p>One of the best things I&#8217;ve done for my personal style (and honestly, my peace of mind) is actually <em>playing</em> with the clothes I already own. Instead of constantly looking outward&#8212;scrolling, shopping, chasing the next best thing&#8212;I&#8217;ve been looking <em>inward</em>, into my own closet, and it has completely changed the game.</p><p>There&#8217;s something so refreshing about rediscovering old pieces, mixing and matching in ways I never thought of before, and getting <em>creative</em> with styling. It&#8217;s like shopping, but without the guilt or the hit to my bank account. And let&#8217;s be real&#8212;when you stop obsessing over the <em>next</em> thing to buy, you leave so much more space for <em>true style</em> to emerge.</p><p>Because here&#8217;s the truth: <em>consumption kills creativity</em>. When you&#8217;re constantly buying, there&#8217;s no reason to innovate with what you have. But when you take a step back, slow down, and start seeing your wardrobe as a playground instead of a never-ending to-do list? That&#8217;s where the real magic happens.</p><p>And that&#8217;s a wrap on redefining style, mindset, and what <em>actually</em> matters. From breaking free of the mindless shopping cycle to embracing the thrill of vintage finds, prioritizing mindful spending, and actually playing with fashion instead of just <em>consuming</em> it&#8212;this shift is all about stepping into your <em>power</em>.</p><p>Because let&#8217;s be real: you don&#8217;t need another haul to feel stylish, and you definitely don&#8217;t need to follow the masses to feel fulfilled. The <em>real</em> flex? Confidence, creativity, and a wardrobe that tells <em>your</em> story&#8212;not the algorithm&#8217;s.</p><p>So here&#8217;s to curating a life (and closet) that feels <em>good</em>, investing in things that <em>matter</em>, and saving for experiences that make your world <em>bigger</em>. </p><p>Until next time&#8212;stay stylish, protect your peace, and always romanticize your <em>cool-girl</em> life.</p><p>xx,<br>Sisi</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://sisimello.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Cool Girls Club by Sisi Mello! 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