Halfdays Spring & Summer Activewear Review: for Hiking, Tennis, and More

Halfdays Spring & Summer Activewear Review: for Hiking, Tennis, and More

As a beginner hiker and avid skier, I am grateful that Halfdays has created their range of spring and summer outdoor hiking clothing. While outfitted in key pieces from their core activewear collection, I felt well-equipped and prepared for my summer trip to ski and hike in the French Alps. Read more to discover everything I loved about their technical and performance fabrics, and how I mixed and matched styles for ultimate versatility.

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Perfect Moment Skiwear: A Review of My Jacket After 4+ Years

Perfect Moment Skiwear: A Review of My Jacket After 4+ Years

Iโ€™ve been so happy with the Perfect Moment ski jacket I purchased 4+ years ago, that I just bought the updated version of my same jacket in a fun pattern. In this article, I describe all the features that I love most about my Oversized Parka from Perfect Moment, and why I decided to get the Maya Jacket too.

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My Favorite Vintage Shops in Paris

My Favorite Vintage Shops in Paris

As any vintage shopper knows, the experience of visiting a physical store can be hit-or-miss, but in the last few years that Iโ€™ve lived in Paris I've found my favorite shops that have consistently inspiring curations. These shops are also clean, easy to find, conveniently located, and sometimes found within iconic shopping destinationsโ€“ so even if you donโ€™t find something that perfectly suits you, youโ€™ll still have an enjoyable experience. Discover my favorite vintage shops for women in Paris.

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Ski Gear and Equipment: What is Unisex and What Isn't?

Ski Gear and Equipment: What is Unisex and What Isn't?

If you are shopping for ski gear, you may be wondering if the differences between womenโ€™s and menโ€™s equipment actually matters. Having tried and tested numerous brands for skis, equipment, and accessories, Iโ€™ve compiled a list of the types of gear that could be considered unisex, and the types that are truly better geared toward women or men. Discover the differences and similarities Iโ€™ve found to be important when it comes to ski gear, along with my personal recommendations.

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Ski Gear: What to Buy Second Hand, and What to Buy Brand New

Ski Gear: What to Buy Second Hand, and What to Buy Brand New

In my years of skiing and testing different brands for apparel, gear, and accessories, Iโ€™ve learned which items are best to buy brand new, and which items you could search for on a second hand market to score some big savings. Discover a few of my tips for shopping for ski gear either directly from retailers or on resale sites, along with my personal recommendations.

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Essentials for Doing Laundry While Traveling

Essentials for Doing Laundry While Traveling

Traveling with a few essentials for doing laundry on your trip can help you maintain freshness and be better prepared for accidental food-spills or other unexpected surprises that can happen. Read on to discover my list of must-have accessories and essentials for doing laundry while I travel. Each item mentioned here is under $15, and is also compact and easy to travel with to any and all destinations.

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Halfdays Skiwear Review: The Aston Jacket and Alessandra Pant

Halfdays Skiwear Review: The Aston Jacket and Alessandra Pant

A review of my experience testing the Halfdays Aston Jacket and Alessandra Pants on a ski trip to Finland. In this article, I describe my favorite features and what I love about each piece, and share how theyโ€™ve held up after a few seasons. Read on for more tips, details, and where to shop for Halfdays skiwear.

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The Best Websites to Find Stylish Skiwear On Sale

The Best Websites to Find Stylish Skiwear On Sale

Skiing can be expensiveโ€” costs can certainly add up when you take accommodations, transportation, equipment, lift tickets, and lessons all into consideration, but there are clever ways to save money without sacrificing style or quality. Luckily for skiers that love high-quality, stylish apparel, itโ€™s possible to save considerably on skiwear by shopping end-of-season sales or resale sites. Discover my list of favorite platforms and websites to search when shopping for skiwear on sale.

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Ski Road Trip Essentials to Keep in Your Car

Ski Road Trip Essentials to Keep in Your Car

Iโ€™ve driven to and explored discover dozens of ski stations across the US, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Austria, and have compiled a list of the essential gadgets and tools I keep in my car to keep my ski road trips safer and more convenient. Read on to discover my list of must-haves of your next ski road trip.

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Ski Trip Skincare - Only Four Essentials to Protect Your Skin in Winter

Ski Trip Skincare - Only Four Essentials to Protect Your Skin in Winter

While my skin benefits from clean mountain air, it definitely suffers from the harsh elements during continuous days and weeks of skiing each winter. I prefer to keep my skincare routine as simple and effective as possible, so when Iโ€™m planning a trip to the mountains I make sure to bring these four essentials: a sunscreen, a windburn protectant, and a restorative cream. Read on to discover my favorites.

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