Between managing her cafe-studio Sweet Fire Brooklyn, fostering a community for artists, celebrating with the people she loves, and always dressing to impress, she finds time to pause for gratitude.
Sometimes, that looks like sitting down to reflect on the year and all of her accomplishments. Other times, it’s as effortless as reaching for long-lasting, always-on-trend cotton—from the wear-anywhere dresses she keeps on rotation, to the gifts she buys, to the crocheting party she’s throwing at Sweet Fire to cultivate connection this season.
Through it all, her go-to tip for holiday style is simple. “Make sure you are enjoying yourself first,” she says. “I believe putting your emotional well-being before the outfit is what essentially builds the outfit. Dress how you feel and everything else works.” See for yourself—and then follow her tips for a more mindful, fashionable season.
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Whether you’re bundled up with a coffee, out shopping for gifts, or dressing for a festive soiree, these classic cotton pieces will keep you cozy and comfortable holiday season after holiday season.
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The season’s socializing can feel stressful. A simple and sustainable way to minimize that? Invest in one versatile outfit that works for hosting *and* attending as a guest—and plan your looks ahead of time.
Avoid reaching for rolls of single-use paper. Instead, wrap your presents in a lightweight cotton scarf that can be worn year-round. Consider it a double gift.
Stay grounded through the season by finding time for sustainable acts of service. Treat someone to coffee, deliver warm cotton clothes to a local shelter, or offer to help a friend clear out their closet.
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‘Tis the season of standing in winding checkout lines, scrambling before your dinner guests arrive, and small-talking with coworkers at the annual company party. It’s the most wonderful time of the year… right?
Here’s an idea: Instead of getting totally overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle, let’s take a different approach. At its core, this time of year is all about comfort, joy, and community—and together with Cotton, the natural and sustainable fabric, we’re bringing back those feel-good vibes.
We tapped three conscious creators to help you fill your home, your wardrobe, and your self-care routine with a new kind of holiday spirit that’s focused on getting joyfully grounded and present. Make their tips your most important holiday to-dos and pass them on to someone you love, because holiday break starts now. Welcome.
How does multi-hyphenate style icon Micaéla Verrelien navigate the holidays?
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Want to get more intentional about your space this season? Taylor’s high-quality cotton essentials elevate every at-home holiday moment, from hosting to lounging (and they’re great as gifts, too).
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As the cofounder and creative director of Heather Taylor Home, she loves to make space—literally and figuratively—for warmth, comfort, and connection throughout the season.
From hosting festive gatherings to curling up on the couch with her family, bringing people together is what matters most to Taylor. “It’s about making intentional choices that help you slow down and really savor the season,” she says—and her cotton table settings, blankets, and holiday accents help keep things simple yet elevated (and always sustainable).
“Make your home feel like a cozy celebration and everything else will fall into place. I try to plan ahead and let go of perfectionism,” Taylor says. So invest in some holiday dining staples, pull out the cotton throw pillows, and take note of how Taylor creates a mindful holiday home.
When the holidays arrive, Heather Taylor has one house rule: “Only bring in items that truly spark joy.”
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Using cotton at home this time of year is all about comfort and warmth. It encourages us to slow down and appreciate the quality of natural materials, bringing ease and connection to both holiday gatherings and quiet nights in.
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Swap disposable tableware for long-lasting cotton tablecloths and napkins. Prediction: These special touches will become heirlooms you use year after year.
When it comes to decor, less is more. Add a plaid throw and a few seasonal pillows to the living room, pair them with natural accents like candles and greenery, and settle into your simple, festive aesthetic.
Homemade gifts are always a good idea. Try your hand at a new craft, or whip up your go-to cookie recipe and tie a fresh-baked stack in a seasonal tea towel or a cotton tote.
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PhD candidate and sustainable trendsetter Chloé Stowell Colón says—so practicing self care is key. For her, that looks like slower mornings, seasonal cooking, and lots of cozy hobbies.
“Although the holidays can be stressful, they’re also a huge opportunity to explore my imagination about the [season] and plan to have really special experiences,” Colón says. Thoughtful giving is one of her favorite ways to tap into that mindset *and* offer it to others—and choosing cotton essentials makes the practice seamless (and seriously soft).
Whether it’s writing a love note, sliding into a robe for an at-home spa night, or tying on an apron for creativity in the kitchen, Colón’s self-care approach to the holidays can apply to anyone (yes, even you). Follow along as she navigates the season with intention—and see how she applies it to mindful gifting, too.
“The holidays can be a big time where pleasing people takes hold,”
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Early morning coffees at home, slow weekend breakfasts and walks, [and] early sunset wind-downs with a record on and a cozy dinner all make me feel like I am operating from a place of abundance in this season rather than survival.
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Thoughtfulness is the best gift. Pull out some cotton paper and your favorite colorful markers, pen a handwritten letter to someone you love, and treat the process as a mini friendship meditation.
Stay mindful this season by giving knitting a try. Tune into an online tutorial, start with a simple scarf or baby blanket, and say hello to the most giftable self-care practice ever.
Nothing says self care quite like turning in early. New cotton bedding is a thoughtful (and sustainable) way to encourage grounding for you or someone special on your list.
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Think: Managing her just-opened cafe-studio in Brooklyn, cultivating a creative community for artists, testing out new vegan recipes with her partner, and serving the streets of Brooklyn some serious looks. In other words, her life is full—and it moves fast.
Think: Managing her just-opened cafe-studio in Brooklyn, cultivating a creative community for artists, testing out new vegan recipes with her partner, and serving the streets of Brooklyn some serious looks. In other words, her life is full—and it moves fast.
But her intention in both opening Sweet Fire Brooklyn and sharing style inspo with her dedicated followers is to ease that pace and connect to the moment. To help manifest that state of mind, she outfits her wardrobe with cotton pieces—because cotton is classic and long-lasting, and it *never* goes out of style.
“I believe that fashion is infinite and always comes back around,” Verrelien says. “I have pieces that I’ve had from high school and they are still amazing to this day.” Peek inside her multi-hyphenate life and closet, and get inspired to dress more intentionally (and more sustainably) this summer.
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Using cotton at home this time of year is all about comfort and warmth. It encourages us to slow down and appreciate the quality of natural materials, bringing ease and connection to both holiday gatherings and quiet nights in.
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Swap disposable tableware for long-lasting cotton tablecloths and napkins. Prediction: These special touches will become heirlooms you use year after year.
When it comes to decor, less is more. Add a plaid throw and a few seasonal pillows to the living room, pair them with natural accents like candles and greenery, and settle into your simple, festive aesthetic.
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Heather Taylor Home Idyllwild Plaid Multi Tea Towel, $28
Heather Taylor Home Holly Plaid Multicolor Garland, $58
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Heather Taylor Home Mini Gingham Sunflower Heart Pillow, $68
Want to get more intentional about your space this season? Taylor’s high-quality cotton essentials elevate every at-home holiday moment, from hosting to lounging (and they’re great as gifts, too).
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Homemade gifts are always a good idea. Try your hand at a new craft, or whip up your go-to cookie recipe and tie a fresh-baked stack in a seasonal tea towel or a cotton tote.
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“I wanted to start a line of beautifully made and well-designed home accessories that would inspire people to slow down and enjoy special moments with family and friends,” she says.
Sustainable fabric is integral to Taylor’s collection of homegoods. From classic gingham pillows to brightly striped tablecloths, she relies on high-quality cotton as the foundation of her business and the key to a more mindful living space. Let her guide you toward that philosophy in your own home—and then settle in for a stay-present summer.
As the cofounder and creative director of Heather Taylor Home, Heather Taylor is all about making space for grounding, connection, and comfort.
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Chloé Stowell Colon
Early morning coffees at home, slow weekend breakfasts and walks, [and] early sunset wind-downs with a record on and a cozy dinner all make me feel like I am operating from a place of abundance in this season rather than survival.
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Thoughtfulness is the best gift. Pull out some cotton paper and your favorite colorful markers, pen a handwritten letter to someone you love, and treat the process as a mini friendship meditation.
Stay mindful this season by giving knitting a try. Tune into an online tutorial, start with a simple scarf or baby blanket, and say hello to the most giftable self-care practice ever.
Nothing says self care quite like turning in early.
New cotton bedding is a thoughtful (and sustainable) way to encourage grounding for you or someone special on your list.
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