QUALITY OVER QUANTITY: CURATING A WARDROBE THAT LASTS

In a world of online shopping and social influence, it can be easy to click “add to cart” every time something great pops up and offers a great price! But sometimes those prices can seem too good to be true, and with fast-fashion, it is.

Fast-fashion is becoming a household term more and more, and refers to the cheaply made, trendy pieces that aren’t built to last more than a season. You can find fast-fashion pieces in big retailers and online shops. And fast-fashion is tempting. But at SETAERASO, we encourage you to look past fast-fashion this year — and instead, focus on curating a wardrobe that fits your lifestyle year after year. 

ASSESS YOUR CURRENT WARDROBE.

Consider doing a yearly (or even seasonal!) cull of your wardrobe — what pieces do you no longer wear? What pieces do you lean to season after season? Getting to know your wardrobe and patterns can help you decide what pieces are best to invest in. Love that black sweater? Try a beautiful cashmere one. Wearing a structured blazer more than once a week? It might be time to invest in one that is of higher quality.

BE SELECTIVE.

When shopping for your wardrobe, carefully choose your boutiques and shops — where do they source their product? What does that environment look like? What quality is the material? Being more aware of all of these things can help you select more sustainable, long-lasting pieces for your wardrobe.

PAY MORE TO GET MORE.

You might experience sticker shock the first few times you decide to purchase investment pieces, but instead of the large sum, focus on the cost per wear. Will that $20 top last through multiple washings and wearings, or even through a whole season? But that piece you purchased for $100 has a guaranteed lifetime that equates to far less than that original $20.

CHECK THE FABRIC AND STITCHING OF YOUR ITEMS.

You’ll find that many fast fashion pieces are already starting to come apart at the seams. Stitching should always be even and taut, and test each piece by pulling apart the seams — bad stitching will show gaps.

Better fabric just…feels better! Rub the piece over an area of sensitive skin, like your inner wrist — is it scratchy or smooth and soft? A good quality fabric should feel nice to the touch, and feel substantial in thickness.

Our collection has been built around this mindset and lifestyle — each of our pieces has been lovingly and carefully crafted in a family-owned factory in Turkey. You’ll find that our prices truly reflect the quality of each piece, and the collection is designed to stand the test of time, both in style and quality.

Diastasis Recti During and After Pregnancy

During pregnancy, there are a number of symptoms, complications, side effects, and more that a woman needs to worry about, along with the help of her medical provider. Many of them are commonly known, like morning sickness, hyperemesis gravidarum, preeclampsia, etc. However, there’s always a handful that pregnant women are surprised to learn about during their pregnancy. The symptoms that aren’t household names, and can feel a little more taboo to talk about!

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Ways to Use Less Energy

When you make the leap to living on your own, a lot of things can come as a surprise, or be new to you! For many, a lot of those surprises come when the bills arrive -- especially utility bills as they can change month to month. In our current economic climate, gas and energy prices are rising, so you might be wondering what you can do to trim down those bills.

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Creating a Price List for Your Wedding Business

One of the most frequently asked questions for wedding planners is: what do I charge? Pricing can make a lot of people squirm, and there are a lot of opinions and thoughts out there about what wedding planning should cost. Between hearing the entrepreneurial crowd insist you charge what you’re worth, and brides balking at additional costs in their budgets, it can be a daunting task to even start setting your price list. But the bottom line is that pricing a wedding planning business isn’t a one size fits all process. Instead, we’ll walk you through the steps of creating a price list for your wedding business that suits you and your clients.

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The Best Indoor Plants for Apartments

In apartment living, plants are the new pets! Not only do they add some coloring to your space, but they can also help build routines, detoxify the air in your apartment, and even use feng shui to add positive energy to your apartment! If you’re ready to step into plant parenthood, make sure you consider what plants are best for your space – to help, we’ve got the best indoor plants for apartment living!

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5 Things to Include in a Client Welcome Package

So you’ve landed a new or potential client – congrats! To effectively onboard them to your services, a great next step is to send them a client welcome package. If you’re unfamiliar with the product, it’s simply a packet that helps outline your services, set expectations, and get you and the client on the same page from start to finish. By offering them a guide to their experience with you, you’re setting a great foundation for your working relationship! Below, we’re outlining the top 5 things you should include in your Client Welcome Package.

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4 Instagram Post Ideas for Wedding Planners

By now, everyone knows the importance of utilizing social media when marketing your business, especially in the wedding industry. But when it comes down to planning and creating content, you can feel a bit stuck on where to start and what to post! If you’re ready to spice up your Instagram feed, we’ve got you covered on how to get started creating content. We’ve rounded up the top Instagram post ideas for wedding planners to get you started on your social media journey!

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Spring 2020 Fashion Trends

As we wish away winter and watch as snowy days become a thing of the past, we’re looking forward to spring and embracing the fashion trends that come with it! The changing of seasons is such an exciting time in fashion, and here at SETAERASO is no different!

Looking to change things up for the warmer season? We’ve got you covered on the hottest trends and how to make them work off the runway and into your closet.


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Power suits, blazers, slacks, and patterned sets aren’t going anywhere! Whether you layer them in a set, over a work outfit, or something for date night, oversized jackets are going to be huge for spring! We love the oversized fit of The Tiffany, the sleek styling of The Holly, or the faux leather accents of the Olivia.

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THE 70’S, BABY

You heard right, the 70’s are back, and in a big way! Think color blocking, bright patterns, and neon colors. Not into the intensity of color blocking or monochrome outfits? We get it! We love the idea of pairing neutral and basic pieces with bright pops of neon or patterns! Grab a dress like the Melania and go wild with accents or jacketing — floral, neon, or geometric patterns are all big wins! Feeling a little braver? Try the Holly over a loud print dress! For a more muted color blocking look, try the Andrea!

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MIDI DRESSES

They’re here to stay! We love the classy look of midi dresses paired with a bootie or fun heel — such a feminine look for spring! We love the flowy Scarlett, the unexpected Andrea, or the feathery Miranda for this look!

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STATEMENT SLEEVES

Puffy, patterned, lacy, loud! Any way you prefer it, exaggerated sleeves are here to make a statement this spring! The puffy, tulle sleeves have been out in a big way this winter, but expect patterns to make a big coming out, and we love the way the Emily makes a big statement with their beautifully detailed sleeves!

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We have to know — what spring trends are you most excited to try out?


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Styling Ideas: Jackets & Blazers

True style is not just in the clothing you purchase, but in the unique way you choose to wear and style each piece. Hundreds of women may own the same article of clothing, but it’s possible that no two wear the article the same — that is style over fashion.

Styling pieces in different ways is easier than it seems! We’re hitting the blog today to show you how you can style blazers and jackets to make them work where you do!

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We love the way Katy from Out and About Blog styled the Holly jacket — the leather belt adds a flattering shape and a casual touch to an otherwise dressy jacket. Try this for date night, in a casual office setting, or just out with the girls!

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Jessica from The Davis Standard takes an edgier approach to an oversized jacket and styles the Olivia as a dress! Button your jacket up over a collared or high neck top, add leggings (or tights if you’re extra daring!) and some statement boots for an eye-catching evening look!

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Hannah from Oh What a Sight to See shows how versatile a great oversized jacket like the Tiffany can be! A neutral jacket with statement accents look just as fab over a tshirt, jeans, and understated clutch as it does over a blouse, slacks, and structured bag!

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One Piece, Four Ways: The LBD

Is there anything more versatile than the LBD? No matter the occasion, it can feel like the perfect go-to — a quick cocktail date? LBD. Forgot to grab a wedding guest dress? LBD. Not feeling great in anything for work? LBD. It’s one of the classic must-haves for every woman, and we have the perfect one…The Melania.

The Melania is stunning on its own, with a dramatic side slit, flattering cinched waist, and fun notched sleeves, but we’re going to show you a few ways to make that piece go from the office to happy hour, to a party, and more!

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  1. Casual Chic. We just love the look of a chunky sweater paired with a slinky dress — a little bit casual, a little bit elegant, perfect for Happy Hour, and easy to throw on in a pinch! Accessorize with a low heel and a pair of fun earrings for the perfect, “oh, this old thing?” type of outfit.

  2. Cocktails or Date Night. This is the perfect time to let The Melania really shine all on her own! A flattering heel, statement earrings, and a fun clutch bring this together for any nice evening date.

  3. The Office. You might not think the LBD would be the perfect office wear, but you might be surprised! With a clean-cut blazer, simple earrings, black tights, and a modest bootie, you’ll be hitting the office in style.

  4. Events. As the colder months continue, there will still be plenty of parties and events to step out for! Throw a chic coat over your LBD, grab a pair of statement heels, a simple clutch, and shimmery earrings for an appearance that will turn heads. TIP: Add a bold lip for an even stronger statement!

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What in the World is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

Before even becoming pregnant, most women already know the symptoms related to the 9 month stretch — fatigue, swelling feet and ankles, hormonal mood swings, and the most notable, morning sickness.  But even when prepared for morning sickness, it can hit you like a freight train — making it hard to eat, smell foods you used to love, and sometimes even get out of bed in the morning. And for about 2% of women, that morning sickness may be even more severe, and fail to subside around that trusty 12 week mark.

For that 2%, they are likely suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum.  A condition that sounds like something straight out of a Dr. Seuss book, hyperemesis gravidarum is actually a completely debilitating side effect or symptom of pregnancy — it’s marked by rapid weight loss, lack of nutrition, and severe dehydration, all caused by severe bouts of nausea and vomiting.  Worried you’re being affected? Read on, Mama, we’ve got the scoop on hyperemesis gravidarum for you.

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What If You Don't Love Pregnancy?

There’s a lot of talk around pregnancy surrounding glowing, baby kicks, and general delight at carrying a tiny human inside of you!  But what is often less talked about is that some women really just…don’t enjoy pregnancy. For some expecting mamas, they have to endure the 9 months instead of enjoy them, and that’s okay.

If you don’t love pregnancy, you don’t have to feel guilty.  Some women experience morning sickness that lasts all day and much longer than the first trimester, some women hate feeling swollen, some hate no longer recognizing their body, and some just don’t love it.  Whatever the reason, if you’re feeling down about the next 9 months, you’re not alone. And while holding your little bundle will make the whole experience worth it, here are a few ideas to help you cope with the next trimesters!

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Midwife, Doctor, or Doula? How to Choose

When deciding how to have your baby, you might be surprised to find out how many things you’ll need to make choices on!  Your birth plan, where you want to have them, the list goes on…but one of the most important things you’ll need to choose is what medical professional you’ll have on hand to deliver your little one!  The location of your birth may determine this for you, but for most expecting mamas, the choice is all theirs — will you choose your doctor, a midwife, or a doula?

If you’re feeling a little lost on which one to choose, it’s important to know each one’s strengths, their weaknesses, and your own pregnancy.  Here’s what you need to know.

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Types of Birth Plans & How to Choose the Right One for You

Preparing to welcome your little one into the world is an incredible experience, whether it’s your first or your fifth!  And one of the most important parts of that preparation is deciding how you want to welcome them into the world…..your birth plan.  

In recent years, birth plans have gained a lot of attention, but it’s always something expecting mamas put a lot of thought into — what best fits her beliefs and needs, what she believes is best for the health of her baby, and so on.  As a lot goes into creating a birth plan, it can seem a little overwhelming, but we’ve got you covered! We’ve got the lowdown on what to consider as you plan the arrival of your bundle of joy!

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Choosing Between a Hospital and a Birthing Center: What's Right for You?

As the due date of your little one creeps closer, you might start to think about how your birth experience is going to go!  You and your partner will need to discuss the birth plan and if you want a home birth, water birth, natural birth, caesarean section, or birth with epidural.  But beyond all of this, you’ll also need to decide where your child is born.

Some mothers opt to go with a home birth, while others find the very idea very uncomfortable.  For the latter, there are two main other options: having Baby in a hospital, or having them in a birthing center.  Hospitals are the more traditional approach, but birthing center births are becoming more and more common — a birthing center can give the feel of a cozy home birth while still being around medical professionals.  But before you decide, it’s important to know the advantages and disadvantages of each, so you can choose the option that better fits your family and needs!

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Why is Skin to Skin Time So Important?

Getting ready to meet that little one, Mama?  As you wait for delivery day, you might be dreaming of what it will be like to see Baby’s face, snuggle them close, and be able to start your new life as a family!  When preparing for all of this, you’ll likely see a lot about skin-on-skin or skin-to-skin time — it’s one of those buzz-worthy motherhood phrases that aren’t always explained in full!

Skin-on-skin time is pretty self explanatory — it’s the act of holding, snuggling, and spending time with your little one without any barriers.  Just your skin against Baby’s skin. But what’s not discussed as often is whyyou should practice this, and why you should make it a priority!  Skin to skin time offers a lot of benefits to both you and baby — we’ve got the details!

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Pregnancy During the Holidays: What You Can Expect

November officially kicks off the most wonderful time of the year!  Once Halloween has passed, the family festivities for Thanksgiving and Christmas can begin!  And if you’re pregnant during the holiday season, it can be a totally different experience — the holidays can be a stressful time on their own, but even more so if you’re growing a tiny human.

We’re on the blog today to give you the good, the bad, and the tips on surviving pregnancy during the holiday seasons!

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