Life With Lottie

Confessions of a 20 something year old trying to navigate adulthood

One Word: Halloween

As soon as the fall leaves hit the ground and the air turns crisp, many of us start counting down to Halloween—the traditions, the decorations, and of course, the costumes. But as I enter adulthood (and I am using that word loosely), I’ve started to reflect on how Halloween has evolved throughout my 23 years…

Why I Continue to Choose The “Uncomfortable”

For the past five years, I’ve become immune to the question: “You’re from California? Why are you here?” Yes, I’m from California. Yes, I’m here. Not living in California doesn’t mean I don’t love it. I do—the perfect weather, the choice of beach or ski trip, the fashion, the overpriced food, and most of all,…

Stylish, Classic, Basic: A Post-Grad Fashion Reality Check

My mother always told me: you just need a few basics in your closet and you’re set. Naturally, I rolled my eyes. Basics? Boring. At least, that’s what I thought—until now. At 23, broke, and living in a one bedroom apartment, I’ve never appreciated my basics more. When I lived at home post-grad, I had…

Author: Charlotte de Arantes Oliveira

  • As soon as the fall leaves hit the ground and the air turns crisp, many of us start counting down to Halloween—the traditions, the decorations, and of course, the costumes. But as I enter adulthood (and I am using that word loosely), I’ve started to reflect on how Halloween has evolved throughout my 23 years…

  • For the past five years, I’ve become immune to the question: “You’re from California? Why are you here?” Yes, I’m from California. Yes, I’m here. Not living in California doesn’t mean I don’t love it. I do—the perfect weather, the choice of beach or ski trip, the fashion, the overpriced food, and most of all,…

  • My mother always told me: you just need a few basics in your closet and you’re set. Naturally, I rolled my eyes. Basics? Boring. At least, that’s what I thought—until now. At 23, broke, and living in a one bedroom apartment, I’ve never appreciated my basics more. When I lived at home post-grad, I had…