StyleKentucky Derby Hats: How to Choose Yours (and Wear It to the Preakness)
A guide to Kentucky Derby hats — the tradition behind them, how to pick a brim that flatters you, and why Marylanders get a second chance to wear one at the Preakness.
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StyleFive Preppy Staples for a Maryland Spring
The classic, do-it-all pieces I reach for the moment the dogwoods bloom, from the perfect shirtdress to the sandals that survive a soccer sideline.
Home & EntertainingSetting a Pink & Green Easter Table
My go-to formula for a tablescape that feels special but takes one trip to the garden, plus the linens and little touches that make guests linger.
MotherhoodSlow Mornings: The Routine That Saved My Sanity
How a few small shifts turned our chaotic school-day scramble into something that almost feels calm, most days anyway.
RecipesThe Maryland Crab Dip Worth the Hype
Warm, bubbly, and gone in minutes. The hot crab dip I bring to every Chesapeake gathering, with the one ingredient most recipes get wrong.
Maryland LivingA Perfect Day in Annapolis
Our family-tested itinerary for the prettiest little capital in America: where to get the best crab cake, the dock to watch the boats, and the ice cream worth the line.
MotherhoodMore Classroom Valentine Ideas: Sweet, Easy, and Allergy-Friendly
Non-candy classroom valentine ideas kids can help make — punny printables, little crafts, and allergy-safe favors that work for a whole class without the sugar crash.
TravelA Long Weekend on the Eastern Shore
Crossing the Bay Bridge with three kids and a cooler: where we stayed, what we packed, and how to actually relax on a family trip.
MotherhoodA Lilly-Inspired Baby Shower and Nursery in Pink and Green
A Lilly Pulitzer-inspired baby shower and nursery in classic pink and green — palette, decor, a safe nursery layout, and easy hostess ideas for a preppy Maryland celebration.
Home & EntertainingThe Perfect Preppy Party: A Hostess Playbook
How to throw the perfect preppy party — classic palette, a proper place setting, monogrammed touches, and easy hostess tips that work from Annapolis to Chevy Chase.
StyleA Preppy Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping Guide
Skip the doorbuster chaos. My calm, classic approach to Black Friday and Cyber Monday: what is actually worth buying, when to shop, and how to give better gifts without losing your mind.
Home & EntertainingDIY Lilly Pulitzer Pumpkins: A Preppy Fall Craft
Turn a plain pumpkin into a punchy, pink-and-green Palm Beach print. A simple, kid-friendly DIY Lilly Pulitzer pumpkin tutorial for the prettiest porch on the block.
Maryland LivingFall, I've Decided I Like You: An Autumn Love Letter to Maryland
Sweater weather, mums on the porch, and the prettiest leaf season in the Mid-Atlantic. Why fall in Maryland wins me over every single year, and exactly where to go to catch it at its peak.
Home & EntertainingChalk One Up: Charming Chalkboard Ideas for Your Home
A little chalkboard goes a long way. Easy, pretty chalkboard decor and hand-lettering ideas for the kitchen, the entryway, and every party you host, plus the trick to lettering that actually looks good.
Maryland LivingThe Dog Days of Summer: Where the Name Comes From, and How to Survive Them
Why we call the hottest stretch of summer the dog days, plus a vet-backed guide to keeping real dogs cool and safe through a humid Maryland August.
RecipesBusy-Day Make-Ahead Corn on the Cob
The make-ahead corn on the cob trick that frees up your grill and your sanity. How to cook sweet corn early and keep it hot and perfect for hours, ideal for cookouts and busy summer nights.
Maryland LivingTop 5 Tips to Keep Cool: Surviving a Maryland Summer in Style
Beat the Mid-Atlantic heat and humidity with five practical, mom-tested tips to stay cool all summer — from hydration tricks to the best shady escapes around the DMV.
Home & EntertainingA 4th of July Party Favor Everyone Will Actually Keep
A simple, charming DIY 4th of July party favor — kraft cones of red, white, and blue — plus where to catch the best fireworks around Maryland and how to send guests home happy.
StyleQuiz: Which Lilly Pulitzer Print Are You?
Take the quiz to find your Lilly Pulitzer print personality — coastal, bold floral, citrus-and-palm, or classic pink and green — with a fun decision map and the story behind the prints.
StyleWedding Color Picks: The Palettes I Keep Coming Back To
From classic pink and green to soft champagne and emerald, here are the wedding color palettes I love most, plus a foolproof way to pick yours without second-guessing.