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1 week ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
Hi there! I hope your Saturday is off to a great start. Weekend Reading is up on the blog. This week’s list is a good one. A full list of the 2025 James Beard winners and a stunning Montmartre villa. What to watch this weekend. How Chat GPT could be making you lazy and dumb. The literary bag trend I’m loving. Steak salad recipes to get excited about and a yummy summer pasta I’m dying to make. Plus, a big round-up of the best summer cocktails.
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1 week ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
One of my favorite parts of my job is testing and trying allllll of the products. It is the best—something I really enjoy and find to be fun! Brands send me a lot to try but I buy even more! I consider it part of my job to be up to date on what’s current, so that when a reader says, “Have you tried XYZ,” I can respond with an educated answer. Not everything makes the cut. A lot is passed on to friends or family who have different skin or hair.
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1 week ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
As I write this, it is Sunday, Father’s Day. I typically work pretty far ahead, but left this post until the last minute because I didn’t really have a formal “topic.” I kept thinking that inspiration would strike, that I’d have some big, grand epiphany or some exciting thought to share with you. (It didn’t.)This month’s post is more of a hello, a life catch-up. Think of it as cozy letter from a friend. As a reminder, my “unfiltered” series is just for paid subscribers.
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2 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
Hi! Weekend Readingis up on the blog. I had fun (as always) making this list. Vogue’s guide to layering jewelry. How to make more money without working harder. Millennials are cool again. ;) The best 25 new beach reads, and the NYT’s summer reading quiz. Why cozy content is king for stressed-out young adults, how acting differently can make you happier. 32 completely free things to do this summer. How to get rid of a sunburn, fast. Queer thrillers to read. The most beautiful places in Europe.
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2 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
I bought a video camera and want to do more “vlogs” for my paid tier. I’m still getting the hang of it, but since I’ve gotten so many questions about my house, I thought I would start here. (Thanks in advance for bearing with me; this isn’t exactly AD.) In this video, we’ll cover my downstairs, screen porch, and backyard! I'll also talk about my favorite pieces of furniture and show you my (messy, lol) pantry. I hope you enjoy it.
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2 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
I am a proud maximalist and 100% not a capsule wardrobe girl, but if I were, this list would be as close as I’d ever get to it. I love a colorful caftan or a bold print, but I also love great basics. Most days, I’m in shorts and a tank if it's just me at home. These pieces are the tried-and-true basics I reach for on a daily basis: easy tees and tanks, the very best cut-offs, a hair claw that can hold all of my hair (doubled into a twist) without breaking, and more.
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2 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
We are back with a big round-up of outfits from over the past few weeks. I just learned the term “May-cember,” which is spot on. Besides Spoleto, there are so many events, parties, and social things before the heat kicks in and everyone leaves and/or hibernates! Charleston is about to get slow; I’m ready for it. Above: Movie night with friends. I always pack a sweater! You can take 15% off my dress with GRACE15.
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3 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
Hi :) Weekend Reading is up on the blog. A few highlights: The worst way to reply to a party invite. The midlife crisis comes for millennials. (OOF) The best movies of 2025 so far, and a new satire about tech bros. The best fashion exhibits to see this summer and the most anticipated summer books. Can influencer brands survive influencers? A frozen espresso martini recipe. How to make your bedroom feel like a fancy hotel. A brilliant $150 bathroom makeover, where to travel in October, and so much more.
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3 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
I used to lament the languorous summers in the South, but I’m learning to embrace them. Half of my friends leave for the whole season, and it gets very hot and humid. That being said, it’s the perfect time to slow down. I like how quiet the city becomes, that I can easily get a reservation anywhere, and that there’s less pressure to be social. I have two trips to France planned (one for a retreat, one with friends), and I’ll be in L.A. a bit, but otherwise I will be here in Charleston.
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3 weeks ago | 
graceatwood.substack.com | Grace Atwood
Oh my — I guess it had been a minute since my last Beauty Empties post! I hadn’t realized how full my empties bag had gotten. There is a lot. In fairness, this is nearly 7 months’ worth of product, including winter (I tend to use a lot more moisturizer on my face and body) during the cooler temps. Buckle up, there is a lot to discuss!Scratch Pad by The Stripe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.