What To Do During An 'Ugly Phase'

do you ever go through a phase where you just feel, well…ugly?

THE WEEKLY EDIT:
Following: The Cook’s Atelier
I love following this family of cooks teaching French cooking in the heart of Burgundy, France. Everything they do feels effortless, simple and beautiful. Nothing contrived and all very dreamy. A delight in my feed!

Cookbook: Le Sud: Recipes from Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Speaking of France, ‘Le Sud: Recipes from Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur,’ from James Beard Book Award finalist Rebekah Pepplerlooks looks stunning and delicious! Moules in aioli, market day roast chicken, pasta near the sea, yum!

Excited for: Looks at Cannes Film Festival
In more news from France, Cannes Film Festival kicked off this week! And I’m excited to consume all the red carpet glamour and street style. Who else?

Trending: Sailing Details
Is it just me or does it feel like “coastal grandmother” is head on a sailing excursion this year? Sailor collars (I own this top!), sailor stripes, rope details, etc. are everywhere. From J. Crew, which shot their campaign in St. Tropez, to FRAME, it’s safe to say a nautical summer is ahead.

Launching: GAP x DÔEN
Mark your calendars, GAP x DÔEN launches tomorrow at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT on gap.com! The 51-piece collection is brought to life via DÔEN’s feminine take on Gap’s iconic styles, rooted in denim and khaki. The assortment includes matching sets, dresses, denim, matching tops and skirts, loungewear, and accessories featuring floral prints, eyelet, and flowy silhouettes. Retailing from $19.95 to $158 and available in adult sizing, the collection has shared styles and prints perfect for matching moments in kid, toddler, and baby sizing.  

Kids: Walkie Talkies
I need to update my ‘100+ Kids Activities Without a Screen’ list to include walkie talkies because my girls are obsessed! They’ve been playing with them nonstop since they got them a few weeks ago. So great for spring/summer!

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ALRIGHT, LET’S GET INTO IT:
What To Do During An 'Ugly Phase'

I’m convinced everyone has a mirror face - you know that expression you make when you catch your reflection. Some more Zoolander than others, but we all have them! And for periods of time, when you catch your reflection and make your mirror face, you may feel quite pleased. Perhaps you think “Damn, I look good!” Your hair lies just right, your skin is glowy and clear, your clothing choices feel good, and your confidence levels are somewhere between average and above average. And other times, you may feel ugly. Plain old ugly. Or, as I like to say, you’re in an ugly phase.