Fay Schaeffer
Fay lives, writes, and teaches in Washington, DC, where she is getting her doctorate in 20th century English Literature. You can usually find her exploring the District on long runs, enjoying strong coffee, or revisiting her California roots by means of good tequila and outdoor living. A lover of fashion and gardening, her writing explores ways to make everyday life more lovely. Fay Schaeffer is her pen name.
Winter Hospitality: Intentional Hostessing
Lean into the home-bound nature of winter, and open your home to others
Month by Month: An Incremental Approach to New Year, New You
Making resolutions stick with a one-month-at-a-time approach
Luxe through Life: Pieces You’ll Wear Past the Holidays
Go-to pieces that can be worn for almost any occasion
Giving Back: Sharing in the Humanity of the Homeless
There is a craving for community and acknowledgement that is universal
Thanksgiving Capsule Wardrobe: Minimizing Packing, Maximizing Style
Breezy style tips to help you look fashionable while keeping the holiday stress at bay
Growing in Gratitude: Preparing for a Thankful Thanksgiving
Arriving at the turkey dinner having already thought of what you are grateful for can add meaning to the holiday
Deep Delight: Poetry for November
November is the month of “Beauty stiffened, staring up at the sky!”
Decorating for Fall: Creating a Cozy, Neutral Canvas
Seasonal decorating that works with all the upcoming holidays
Navigating Fashion When You’re Dating
“What to wear?” doesn’t always have to exclude the man in your life.
Making a Fresh Start: Preparing for Fall
A few "to-do's" to make the best of this crisp season
True to Form, Princess Diana Foreshadowed Our Current Street Fashion
Princess Di being the ultimate trending hipster
Dressing with the Pre-Fall, Post-Summer Season
The line between seasons makes for a fun wardrobe change.
Traveling with Friends: Should You? How to?
Gal Pal Getaways can make or break a friendship—check out these tips for success.
The Art of Traveling in Comfort without Sacrificing Style
Bonus: you probably already have these pieces in your closet!
Structure and Spontaneity: Learning to Make the Most of Your Travels without Overextending Yourself
Avoid "vacation burnout" by planning realistically.
Combatting Idealism: Dorothea Brooks, Mary Garth, and George Eliot’s Middlemarch
Lessons from literary heroines
How to Dress Like a Woman If Your Style Isn't Girly
You don't need to change your style to embrace your feminine side.
I Loved That 'Roma' Showed (and Didn't Tell) about Real Women's Empowerment
If you haven't seen it yet, clear your calendar.
Living Life in Widening Circles: Finding New Friends Through Old Ones
Keep yourself open to new relationships.
