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My 40th Birthday Trip to Palm Springs.
From hotel picks to dinner reservations, here's how I planned an unforgettable 40th birthday trip to Palm Springs for a group of 18, including my favorite spots, hikes, and moments from the weekend.
More Than Models: A Peek Into Our Latest Photoshoot
At Yearly, we've always believed that the people who wear our pieces are far too thoughtful to be impressed by flash and hype. They care about things that last and items that carry meaning. Every Yearly purchase tells a story. So, when it came time to create our latest photoshoot, we knew exactly who we wanted to work with and why.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
From diamond studs to a hammered bangle, a cozy brunch to a basket of her favorite things — I'm sharing all of my top Mother's Day picks, including a few pieces I think every mom deserves to have in her collection.
What I Packed For A Family Trip To Miami & More
For our family Spring Break trip this year, we went to Miami. I had visited for work in January and loved the vibe, the food, and the weather. We were originally booked at the Andaz (where I stayed in January and would highly recommend!), but due to some weather-related travel issues, we had to move our dates back a few days and switch hotels. We ended up at the Ritz-Carlton South Beach (so thankful they fall under Marriott points!) and we had such a great time.
Ann's Jewelry Box: Guide to Building a Lifetime of Jewelry
A jewelry collection is something a woman builds her whole life, carries with her, and eventually turns into a part of her signature style and legacy. Whether it’s an inherited heirloom from a mother or grandmother, a special design purchased for herself, a childhood cross necklace, or a high school class ring, these pieces hold memories. They signify moments in time and represent the story that her life tells.
Simple, but Not Boring: Embracing Everyday Style
I’ve really enjoyed focusing more on my style over the last few years. I have always loved shopping and accessories, and there is no better feeling than when an outfit feels “put together” in a way that is deeply personal. Inside, I share how I put together effortless everyday outfits.
My Final Reconstructive Surgery
I had my (hopefully) final breast reconstruction on January 12th. This surgery involves liposuction of certain areas to harvest fat, which is then used around the implants to soften the look and feel, making the results more natural. Inside, I share my preparation and recovery experience from the surgery.
My Favorite Project I've Done at Yearly in a While
The planning of this shoot was so much fun and when we finally arrived we were buzzing with energy. Ben’s work had been so inspiring, the way he captured the movement, beauty, colors and depth of the landscape of the Western life was what made me want to work with him. I knew our jewelry would look and feel powerful, beautiful and special in this setting.
Valentine's Gift Guide: All Types of Love
Today, I’m sharing my Valentine’s Gift Guide! Whether you’re gifting to yourself, your mom, your sister, your friend, or your spouse, there is something here for all types of love.
Our 2026 Travel Plans + Q&A with our Travel Agent
Everywhere we plan to travel in 2026 + an exciting Q&A with the travel agency we use and love!
Intentions for 2026
This year my husband and I went to Southall and spent the night with the plan to escape our house full of Christmas decorations and cardboard boxes, and recap our 2025 + plan for 2026.
How (And Why) We Celebrate The Year At Yearly Co.
As this year draws to a close, my reflections are centered on profound gratitude for my family, friends, and the fulfilling work we do at Yearly Co. Looking ahead, 2026 holds significant milestones: we will celebrate Yearly Co.’s tenth year in business with a major celebration in June, and I will be turning 40 in April.
A Note on Being a ‘Cool Brand’
Logistically, being a “cool” brand can often involve a budget we simply don’t have—a budget from investors, a rapid growth plan, and margins and prices that allow for mass gifting in hopes of a tag and share. In fine jewelry, that’s not really possible.
The Ritual of Tea
The ritual of tea has become an important part of taking time each week to slow down and incorporate rest, peace, calm, and self-care into my life.
Small Joys: Gifts for Those Who Have Had a Hard Year
In the spirit of giving this holiday season, I’ve rounded up all the gifts I appreciated most during that year and the ones I’d recommend if you’re stuck on how to help a loved one through a hard time.
Grateful For…
This year has been a significant milestone for my personal life, for Yearly Co., and for my loved ones. Looking back, I’m reflecting on the year and so grateful to celebrate another holiday season with loved ones who have stood by me during my diagnosis and my business successes.
Holiday Gift Guides
Today, I’m sharing some exciting gift guides for the holiday season! Being diagnosed with breast cancer turned my world upside down, and it taught me that you can never be too generous with your loved ones that are going through a hard time. So, while I am sharing some typical gift guides, I also wanted to be sure to include my go-to gifts for those people in your life that need their spirits lifted now more than ever.
BravoCon Recap
I made some wonderful friends through my daughters’ school, and when we bonded over our shared love of Bravo shows, we decided to plan a trip to Las Vegas for BravoCon.
If you're unfamiliar, BravoCon is a three-day fan convention where all the “Bravo-lebrities” come together for panels, meet and greets, and live-recorded shows. Fans can attend to see them in person—and yes, it's just as wonderfully silly as it sounds, but I absolutely loved it!
Yearly Co. x Lizzie Mandler: LA Breast Cancer Event
Beautiful jewelry can take on such meaning. This collaboration is meant to inspire women who have faced breast cancer and to remind them that the life they lived before—the joys, passions, and things that they love—can still be there even during and after breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Q&A
Below, some frequently asked questions I’ve received about my journey with breast cancer.