the strict list

the strict list

The Strict List: #43

We're back with another Strict List full of late summer joys, dopamine dressing, the places I'm getting a sweet treat (strictest & newest matcha & froyo) in NYC, and how I reset & prep between trips!

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denna
Aug 20, 2025
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Dopamine Dressing: Strict Stuff I’m Obsessing Over

  1. Dorsey Paracord isn’t restocking and I’m especially obsessed with the red.

  2. This necklace I haven’t taken off in weeks and you guys keep asking me about!!!

  3. These Tae Park tops. We all know there is a shortage of cool tops and I’m loving this baby blue one you can wear a bunch of ways and this incredible cream one. A brand to watch for sure.

  4. The best sneakers ever in the best new colors (red, lilac, and maybe the chicest option of all…navy). I don’t even want to say the F word (fall) but they’ll be the best shoe for all your ~transitional~ outfits.

  5. SC collection necklaces. I love her stuff and this one inspired by a Henri Toulouse-Lautrec painting is on it’s way to me and I couldn’t be more in love.

  6. Nomasei tri-colore loafers in this new baby blue colorway are just so cool and I can’t wait to style for F**.

  7. Strict Inn trucker hat and bag OFC!!! The tees are sold out, but a few more of these are left if you wanna match. The bag is truly my new travel bestie and I can’t go anywhere without it. And the hat is perfect for a late summer beach day or long walk in the city.

  1. Bode everything. But especially this yellow riding sweater (one sale), canvas tote (on sale), and this rugby-esque red long sleeve (also on sale!)

  2. Missoni everything. My mom has the most incredible collection of vintage Missoni and I have been absolutely loving styling some of her pieces this summer. Let me know why these bags are literally so cool?? You already know how I feel about the robes and towels. I can’t stop talking about them.

  3. Oversized aviator everything. Glasses shape of the year. I am addicted to my aviator shape blue light glasses and I think these are next. I also need a pair of chunky sunglasses and my eyes are on this pair.

  4. Just got a pair of SeaVees and I’m HOOKED. My new fav walking to yoga or around town sneakers. So comfy and come in the best colors. Best high volume and great price.

  5. For a splurge moment…these are the perfect fun printed mary janes.

  6. Perfect white shorts for the beach or with little socks and loafers. Love the gingham too (and the matching top). Always getting questions about my vintage white tops and this matching one gives a similar vibe.


Au Courant: Good Stuff Radar — Sweet Treat Edition

I’m always gonna be down to get a sweet treat and plotting my next indulgence. More on this in the Daydream portion of today’s letter, but I when I am home in between busy travel schedules I’m honestly not dashing to the hot new restaurant. I’m laying low, getting a fun bevy and cooling down with my daily sweet treat.

// Where I’m Getting Coffee & Matcha

You should know the best is still Montauk General Store at home (launching soon!!)…or IRL if you’re in the Hamptons. But the NY scene is on fire rn and there are so many spots I have to try as a matcha obsessed girl who has so far been deeply disappointed by the NYC matcha options:

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