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Reader: Italy honeymoon must haves!
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Remi: This sounds like a dream! Whether your itinerary includes lots of urban exploration or laid-back beach days, no well-packed suitcase is complete without a good pair of sneakers. A pair of Vejas ($175) is the perfect balance of fashion and function for wherever your travels take you. I’d also bring lots of lightweight, flowy dresses that can take you from lounging in the sand to drinking aperol spritzes and slurping spaghetti. Ciao Lucia, Reformation, and Rouje have the most dreamy dresses for summer. It sounds like you’d also benefit from a good beach bag or tote too. This one from Mar y Sol is gorgeous and has more than enough space for all the essentials and then some.
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Reader: Any recommendations for cute summer pajamas?
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Remi: I love a matching pajama set, so you are definitely in the right place. My go-to for cute, breezy PJs is always Eberjey. The fabric is beyond buttery-soft, stretchy, lightweight, and drapey. The Gisele Relaxed Short PJ Set ($128) is the perfect fit for summer– I’m wearing it right now! If you want to keep it lightweight, but still want full body coverage and some more warmth definitely check out TEKLA. The 100% poplin sets have an old-school menswear feel with long-sleeve, button-up shirts and matching pants. There are 30 colors and patterns to choose from, all of which feel supremely stylish for pajamas. I’ve also been eyeing all of the sleep sets from Printfresh. They’re made from lighweight cotton poplin and come in the most unique, vibrant patterns. The brand also has an inclusive range of sizes (XXS to 6X) which we love.
Reader: I'm looking for a pregnancy pillow. Can you help?
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Remi: If you’re struggling to find a sleeping position that feels comfortable, the Yana 360 Body Pillow ($199) can help. The u-shape design ensures you’re enveloped in plush, pillowy goodness whichever way you turn. It can be molded and folded into all different shapes to support you however you like to rest. It’s quite supportive too, with either a latex-free cooling gel or natural latex fill. If you want a pillow that just fits in with the rest of your pillows, the Parachute Down Alternative Body Pillow Insert ($79) also comes highly recommended. It’s filled with a fluffy (and hypoallergenic!) microfiber. Many mamas-to-be say this one is soft, cooling, and perfect for adjusting to side-sleeping. Since it’s an insert you can switch up the covers whenever you want which is fun. And if you’re looking for even more inspo, check out the roundup my colleague Victoria wrote in March for a comfy sleep in every trimester.
Reader: Anything for pregnancy/postpartum/baby registry? Baby registry is overwhelming!
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Remi: Moms really do know best. That’s why I entrusted the responsibility of answering this question to the lovely moms of TQE. We’ll go from smaller ticket items to the big ones. The Baby Bundle ($73) from Tubby Todd has all the gentle skin and body products needed to keep baby clean. For maternity clothes mom can wear during and after pregnancy, check out Hatch. They also have a great selection of pregnancy-safe beauty products. TQE moms love The Chair ($235) from Lalo, the Colugo Baby Carrier ($145), and Newton Crib Mattress ($300). The Ceres Chill Breastmilk Chiller ($69) makes pumping and traveling with breastmilk much easier. For big ticket items, the Doona Car Seat and Stroller ($550) goes from stroller to car seat quickly and swiftly. If you live a city, travel often, or are always on the move, this stroller will definitely make your life easier. The SNOO Smart Sleeper Bassinet ($1,695) helps baby get some rest with sounds and motions designed to soothe them to sleep. It’s also quite chic.
Reader: I'm celebrating my 3 year anniversary with my husband. What should I get him?
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Remi: I recently learned that every wedding anniversary comes with a set of gifting traditions. The 3rd wedding anniversary is all about leather. You’ve proved your relationship can weather life’s storms and with time, it just keeps getting better– sounds like leather, right? I think this tradition is a fun and easy way to get some gifting inspiration, especially because it has an added layer of meaning. If he’s into jewelry, I love the idea of gifting a leather bracelet. The Juno Leather Bracelet ($85) from Miansai is simple and subtle; it’s a nice gateway piece for guys that don’t wear jewelry or a nice addition to the collection for the guys that do. If he’s more of the practical gift type, you can’t go wrong with a great leather wallet. The Slim Bifold Wallet ($225) at Shinola is durable, beautifully-crafted, and a major upgrade from his money clip or rubber band.
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