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a holiday-ish outfit

December 18, 2021 by Em
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em’s ethical gift guide | 2021

November 15, 2021 by Em
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my cold weather staple outfit

November 11, 2021 by Em
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a classic denim jumpsuit

November 2, 2021 by Em
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em’s list: ethical + sustainable shoes

October 2, 2021 by Em
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happy golden swing dress

October 1, 2021 by Em
  • handmade + dyed silk scarf

    We are truly in the heat of the summer, y’all. (Young the Giant reference, for those who are wondering).…

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    on running + grief

    There are several kinds of runs I go on. The pent-up-energy run, the gotta-fit-in-a-workout run, the don’t-want-to-pay-for-an-Uber run, the…

  • 30 before 30

    June 11, 2021 – In my early twenties, I made a decision to travel to 30 countries before I…

  • my favorite sustainable swim suit

    June 10, 2021 – Y’all. I have recently returned from a glorious long, long weekend vacation in Puerto Vallarta…

  • spring things + neighborhood walks

    May 19, 2021 – Hi friends! I’m getting so excited because this spring weather keeps getting warmer and also…

  • the coziest wool poncho

    April 19, 2021 – Hooray! We’ve made it to my first official ethical fashion post. It’s a big deal,…

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OK I’m in my feelings, so get ready.. 🥹 10 y OK I’m in my feelings, so get ready.. 🥹

10 years ago, this bright, vivacious girl ran home to our sorority. We went out to dances and bars, spent nights in rehashing college drama, learned to love straight tequila, and then we graduated. 

A year and a half later, we both met the loves of our lives (who both happened to be Gujarati men) just a week apart. 🤯

Now, we’ve traded in bars for flights to see each other, nights in for texts and voice memos, and we’ve learned to love Indian food (which wasn’t nearly as difficult as the tequila 😉). 

I’m so thankful for the beautiful intertwining of our journeys over the course of a decade, and even more for the opportunity to witness such a monumental piece of your story this past weekend. 

Love you, Lil Bil! I can’t wait to see what the next decade has for us 💕

P.S. the second photo is to keep us humble 😂 #glowup
Shiv’s birthday is always a lifestyle 🕺 Than Shiv’s birthday is always a lifestyle 🕺

Thanks to everyone who helped make this karaoke bash a success and kept the surprise! 💙

#karaoke #karaokechicago #birthdayparty #lincolnkaraoke #hbd #surpriseparty #surprisebirthday
Where are all my indecisive girlies who can never Where are all my indecisive girlies who can never finish a beverage?? 😂☕️🍵🥤

I always feel bad throwing out a perfectly good coffee/tea, but the result is a beverage graveyard in my fridge.. and living across from a Dunkin definitely doesn’t help! 

We are ready for some spring cleaning this weekend!!
💐🛍️ Your spring reminder to shop your clos 💐🛍️ Your spring reminder to shop your closet! 

I dug deep into the archives recently for this bridal shower look when I wasn’t feeling a sundress..

🙏 So grateful for mid-2000s trends coming back and HS Emily’s refusal to get rid of clothes! lol 

Details: 
Top & blazer are old
Jeans are @madewell 
Shoes are @targetstyle
Purse is @amazonfashion (from my wedding!)

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#ootd #outfitinspiration #outfitinspo #styleinspiration #bridalshower #easter #springstyle #whitejeans #springfashion #ethicalblogger #shopyourcloset #chicagoblogger
32 years of this man that I love. Happy birthday, 32 years of this man that I love. Happy birthday, Shivkumar! ❤️
BFSWWIL Weekend ™️ featuring coordinating ou BFSWWIL Weekend ™️ 

featuring coordinating outfits, fruity pebbles ice cream, many walks, couch hangs, homemade açaí bowls, monuments, an escape room, sunshine, DOGS, brews, a vat of queso, scenic TN views, and sweet sweet friendship! 🧡
🛳️🛳️🛳️ #EmbraceTheExcess 🛳️🛳️🛳️ #EmbraceTheExcess
Although it’s not official-official yet (this pr Although it’s not official-official yet (this process is lengthy 😅), I am changing my last name! 

But don’t worry, @emlajolie isn’t going anywhere 😉

#namechange #morjariamerger #emlajoliegetsmarried
ATX photo dump 🤘 1. Kayaking with @lonestarkay ATX photo dump 🤘

1. Kayaking with @lonestarkayaktours on the windiest day of the year 
2. Yuzu and matcha ice cream cookies at @dipdipdiptatsu_ya 
3. Late afternoon coffee at @codependentatx 
4. One of the best stand-up shows we’ve seen at @falloutcomedyatx #surethingcomedy 
5. Sunset walks around the neighborhood 😌
6. Breakfast tacos + juice at @veracruztacos 
7. Funky mural of Rama in East Austin
8. Camote sundae with cardamom ice cream and marshmallow at @comedortx 🤤
9. Homemade espresso creations c/o @jura_coffee 
10. Coffee shop co-working at @thedomainaustin 

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#atx #austintx #ladybirdlake #austineats #austinfood #austincomedy #thingstodoinaustin
My first weekend of 2023 was spent in Breckenridge My first weekend of 2023 was spent in Breckenridge for a fabulous reunion with my study abroad roommates, Emily & Cassie! 

Shiv and I attempted skiing and had the most exquisite meal at @aurumbreckenridge (sexy wine included 😂) to celebrate our friendship over 9 years despite the distance. 

I left Colorado with a sore stomach from all the laughs and that early-onset nostalgia you get when a weekend you know you’ll remember comes to a close.. 

Cheers to fresh mountain air, Aussie slang, and friendships that pick up right where they left off! ❤️
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