You could say I’m a little obsessed with astrology, horoscopes, and anything that helps explain the unexplainable. I’m a Sagittarius after all — which means I love spirituality and trying new things (not necessarily in that order).
As Lunar New Year started creeping closer, I wanted it to feel meaningful — not just personally, but for the business too. I found myself thinking about what I wanted to shed in the Year of the Snake, so I could move more freely into the Year of the Horse. And maybe — just maybe — I took that idea a little too literally when planning our February collection.
Putting a collection together takes months. When we realized our February drop would land right around Lunar New Year, I felt this urge to move quickly, to “gallop” ahead, without fully stopping to ask whether it was the right time to do so.
A few months ago, I probably bit off more than I could chew. I made a list of everything I felt was missing from my closet and decided… let’s launch all of it in February. And now, as we’re prepping emails, social posts, and content — in the shortest month of the year — it’s definitely making our heads spin.
With so many new things to talk about, all at once – we don’t know where to start or what to share with you first.
But as Lunar New Year approaches, the clarity of the Year of the Horse is finally coming into view. Clarity around what’s been holding me back. What I’ve been afraid of. And what I’m ready to let go of as I head into 2026.
This clarity also mirrors my personal journey as I move into menopause — a phase that’s been about putting myself first in a way I never really did before. I’m entering this new year focused on finding what lights me up, what brings me joy, and what helps me feel fully like myself — leaving behind a long era of people-pleasing and comparison.
Which brings me back to this collection. No apologies — just clarity. And this got the team and I excited.
When I thought about what my closet was missing a few months ago, I wanted it all. You may have already met the Harley Jacket — a design I’ve been quietly obsessed with for over a year, and I’m so happy it’s finally here.
Then there’s Cooke and Coral — our double knit pants that work for, well… everything. Work, weekends, and all the moments in between. We found a new fabric vendor, and this is our smoothest, stretchiest double knit yet — so bringing them back felt like a non-negotiable.
With the rest of the February collection launching soon, we’ll be bringing back the Bobbi Top. If you’ve been with us for years, you know how special she is. A collared shirt made in our Soft Ponte fabric that gives you structure and softness. It’s the perfect layering piece and I have a feeling it’s about to become your favorite collared shirt because it’s so soft and comfy.
And how could I launch a new jacket and button down shirt without the perfect layers to go underneath. That meant bringing back the Kelly Tank — a super comfortable, flattering racerback. And introducing our newest top, Aidan! A slightly more fitted cap-sleeve top for anyone who prefers not to go sleeveless. Both are amazing layered under Bobbi, our Remy Cover Up, or the Harley Jacket.
So yes — maybe we galloped ahead before everything felt perfectly clear. But honestly? That feels true to my Sagittarius spirit and this season of choosing joy and curiosity over perfection.
I’m excited about this collection — and right now, that feels like enough.
-Allison
