New & Noteworthy // 09.20.2025
Lots of new product launches that caught my eye, the books I am reading and some great sale finds.
Happy Saturday. I hope everyone is having a lovely September weekend. I am back with another edition of New & Noteworthy, where I highlight a range of new product launches that catch my eye, as well as some great sale finds and more. There are a LOT of fun new launches, so this post is a bit longer than normal. You may have to click ‘view entire message’ if you receive this by email to see the post in full.
Happy browsing / shopping! xo Nan
BOOKSHELF
I read Mansion Beach by Meg Mitchell Moore last week. I had heard it described as a modern Great Gatsby set on Block Island… I think comparing it to The Great Gatsby was quite generous; it really is a quick beach read, and candidly, it was not my favorite.
I gave it 2.5 stars out of 5 on my Fable Reading List.
Now I am about to finish reading Everyone is Lying to You by Jo Piazza and enjoying it more than Mansion Beach. The fictional novel certainly feels inspired by the idea of Ballerina Farm and/or ‘Trad Wife’ influencers, which I did not know when I started the book but is sort of interesting element. I would say it is a light thriller; you are curious about the final storyline, but not at all scared.
NEW ARRIVALS
Dorsey, the jewelry brand, launched a new Georgian Collection, and the Cecilia Earrings look beautiful.
I wear my Lucien Earrings (size Medium) from the brand all the time (I am wearing them as I write this) so I figure I would wear this new style just as much — I am eyeing the 2.5 carat size in gold vermeil.
Doen launched new fall styles on Thursday and so many items caught my eye.
I am very tempted by this cableknit cardigan (how many cardigans can one girl have..?!) and this floral blouse.
Loeffler Randall launched a range of new arrivals - how fun is this cardigan? I am tempted to order their Dina travel tote in this fun gingham pattern. (The last thing I need is another tote but I know so many people who LOVE this bag!)
Margaux is celebrating 10 years of being in business (!) and launched a new ballet flat style last week, the Fonteyn Flat.
They kindly sent me a pair in the fun leopard pattern and I am really impressed. It feels just as comfortable as their Demi Flat that we all love - but this style feels a bit more modern with a square toe.
Sizing - I got the same size in the Fonteyn as I wear in the Demi, US 12/ EU43M.
See my Leopard Fonteyn Flats in action in this Instagram Reel.
Versed launched a new moisturizer, the Daily Recovery Rich Barrier Cream. They kindly sent me an early sample. I have been using it for about a week and have to say, it feels lovely on my skin! It could be a great option if you have dry skin and are looking for a new everyday cream that is less than $20.
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Last week, Julia Amory restocked one of my favorite event looks, their Cartagena Wrap Skirt in Nior.
I own this exact black skirt and it is such a staple in my closet, a chic piece that you can wear for really any dinner or event. See me in the skirt here. Sizing: True to size, mine is XL.
Also, this new embroidered jacket they just launched is stunning!
Hill House has launched a range of beautiful pieces in the past few weeks (!) and, as always, countless items stood out to me.
The team kindly gifted me this black jersey maxi dress - and I am so impressed by it! Hill House describes this as the Cosima’s sophisticated older sister. The dress features a bra-friendly high-neck and a body-hugging, stretchy jersey fabric.
Candidly, I normally shy away from anything that hugs my body too closely, but this cut somehow works for me! I feel like this is one of those dresses that you will reach for all the time, especially in the winter months.
Sizing: true to size, I am in size XL.
If you are petite, I love the look of this red little shift dress; it could be so great for holiday parties this winter.
I am 5’11, so I know it will be WAY too short on me, but for someone who is shorter, it could be really fun.
I am tempted to order this reversible jacket - it just looks so cute paired with jeans and feels like a great autumn layer.
MAE New York’s Fall Collection is now available for purchase (you might remember me mentioning this collection a month or two ago when it launched for pre-order). When I was in New York the other week, I went and visited the Mae NYC showroom to try some pieces on in person!
I ended up buying this stunning tweed jacket (size XXL) and these classic black pants (size 16.)
I also really loved this brocade jacket…so I am adding it to my to-buy wishlist. (Size XL fit me best in this.)
Inner Child Shop launched new patterns in their cute makeup bags.
I own these toiletry bags in one of their original patterns, and the fun pattern always makes me smile!
LAKE relaunched their forest green colorway of their Relax Pant Set.
You all know I swear by this set as my go-to pajamas. I own this set in 4 colorways, and it is more or less all I wear as pajamas. I am just constantly rotating through my pairs. The fabric is just so soft and cozy.
Sizing: True to size, I take size XL
Fewer Finer launched a beautiful new clover-engraved gold ring that I quickly added to my to-buy wishlist.
I have always loved a four-leaf clover symbol because don’t we all want a little bit of luck ~~ you can spot clovers in my new branding!!
I already own a similar style ring from Fewer Finer, their Fig Leaf Ring. I wear it on my pinky finger and always get compliments on it.
**Also, if you are a jewelry gal like I am, I highly suggest spending $7 on this ring sizer so you can easily check your ring size at home. (I bought this on the suggestion of Madison, the founder of Fewer Finer, and have used it so much more than I ever would have expected.
KRB (one of my favorite home decor stores in NYC) launched beautiful leather trays in 10 different colorways. These feel so chic for your desk or anywhere within your home. I am thinking I might need to buy one once I move back into my apartment!
Furbish Studio and The Mahjong Line teamed up on a few fun needlepoint pillows. These would make such a great gift for any mahjong pals.
Speaking of The Mahjong Line, my travel-size Mahjong Set I pre-ordered from them last month arrived and it is really cute!
SALES TO SHOP NOW!
Frame - 25% off site wide for their annual Friends & Family sale until 9/28. (There are some products excluded.)
You all know I love their Le Slim Palazzo Jean.
I own the black pair and am always impressed by how comfortable yet flattering the jeans are. (Sizing: I size down 1-2 sizes in this style because it has a good bit of stretch, I get size 32.)
During this sale, I ordered another colorway of this Le Slim Palazzo Style, the Rinse colorway, which looks like a great dark blue wash.
Saks Friends & Family Sale - 25% off a wide assortment of products
This easy, flowy minidress that I own in navy is more than $100 off. I love wearing this in the summer or on vacation, it just feels simple and classic.
Sizing: size down. I wear size 14 in this when I am usually a 16 in most dresses.
Some other sale styles that caught my eye:
my favorite t-shirt in green
classic Free City sweatpants
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Shopbop - 20% off sitewide at Shopbop for first-time customers with the code: NEW20
I am such a Shopbop gal, but find that my mom and her generation do not shop there as much as my age group seems to — the online retailer sells countless brands we all love with fast shipping and easy returns.
Shop all my favorite Shopbop items here - I continually update this hearts page with all my favorite new shopbop finds.
What have I ordered from Shopbop lately?
This waxed jacket that I tried on in New York the other week and could not stop thinking about (size down, it runs big, I bought size L)
and these everyday sneakers (order based on your EU size)
Jenni Kayne is running a sale where a range of items are on sale from 25 - 40% off, including many of their classic sweaters!
My favorite Cooper Cardigan (I own this in ivory and grey) is 30% off. (True to size, I wear a XL.)
I also own and love this black cotton midi skirt (25% off) - this runs big, size down 1 size (mine is a Large, not my usual XL).
AS SEEN ON INSTAGRAM
find links to everything I shared over the past week HERE
I wore a fun green cardigan and some new accessories earlier in the week — see the outfit in action and shop the full look here.
I shared my Evening Skincare Routine on instagram - shop all the products here or read about my skincare routine in more detail in this substack post.
I then posted another quick outfit video, the full outfit details can be found here.
I mentioned two phone chargers that I love — this portable version and this green retractable charger.
Thanks for posting the mahjong site! Perfect gifts for my mom’s birthday and Christmas!