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I Changed My Mind About Military Style

A lot of thoughts on how to wear camo, bomber jackets, and other tactical gear without looking cop-adjacent.

Jun 8 • Em Seely-Katz

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I, Personally, Love Boosters

Boots Riley's "I Love Boosters" suggests that the aesthetics of socialist organization need not be dismal.

Jun 1 • Em Seely-Katz

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May 2026

Can Barefoot Shoes be Stylish? (Part 2: The Looks)

From the best-looking barefoot shoe to the best for pounding the pavement, I made them all work (I think).

May 21 • Em Seely-Katz

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Can Barefoot Shoes be Stylish? (Part 1: The Contenders)

From Vibram FiveFingers to Alohas ballet flats, the superlatives that define seven pairs of barefoot-friendly footwear I road-tested, plus others I want…

May 11 • Em Seely-Katz

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The Designers Defining Summer '26

Artists are creating ingenious new style codes, and they can inspire looks at truly accessible prices.

May 4 • Em Seely-Katz

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April 2026

How to Dress Like a Character From Archie Comics

Summer stylings via Riverdale and the obviously superior choice in the Betty/Veronica binary.

Apr 22 • Em Seely-Katz

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Substack's Biggest Loser

I'll never make it in the fashion world, sweetie!

Apr 15 • Em Seely-Katz

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Summer of Snooki + a Bad Influence Shoe

Adidas x Pharrell invented the first shoe that smokes cigarettes + our Jersey Shore summer plans.

Apr 6 • Em Seely-Katz

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March 2026

Objects of Quotidian Romance

From Hangyodon to half-assed DIYs to high-end scrunchies and more.

Mar 30 • Em Seely-Katz

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Perfumes That Bring Me to My Knees

From Serviette to agar olfactory with a focus on the Midwest.

Mar 15 • Em Seely-Katz

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Everything I Want for My Birthday Costs Less Than $50

A Björnament, old toothbrushes, the smell of Skype, a very satisfied hippo, and more. All under $50.

Mar 2 • Em Seely-Katz

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February 2026

How to Smell Like My Current Favorite Books

Capturing the essences of ten works by Jackie Ess, Lydia Kiesling, Mona Awad, David Graeber, and more.

Feb 17 • Em Seely-Katz

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