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Letter from my 20s

Friday, September 11, 2026

Fall Fashion So Far: What People Are Actually Buying

Published by Alencha 🤎☕️

Autumn style is officially in full swing, and the FYP is moving fast. If you're trying to figure out what's actually worth grabbing right now, here is the ultimate roundup of what everyone is hunting down:


1. The TJ Maxx Hunter Boot Score

Everyone is rushing to TJ Maxx to grab those viral Hunter rain boots (including sleek chocolate and dark brown colorways) for around $100 before they're entirely cleared out.






2. Lululemon's Miu Miu-Style Jacket

Lululemon dropped their own take on that viral, luxury Miu Miu zip-up jacket look, and it's easily the most sought-after piece of the season.

→ Shop the Lululemon jacket





3. Brandy Melville Fall Staples

You can't do a proper fall haul without Brandy Melville—everyone is living in their cozy cardigans, effortless layering basics, and plaid skirts right now.

→ Browse cute fall clothes on Pinterest

4. Plaid Checks, Stripes, & Raglan Tees

We are leaning heavily into rich autumn patterns—think vintage plaid statement pieces, anything with bold stripes, and classic raglan long-sleeve t-shirts.

→ Shop the raglan top





5. Animal Print & Tall Uggs

Leopard print details are having a massive moment as the ultimate neutral accent piece, paired right alongside massive, tall Ugg boots.

→ Shop the tall Uggs




🔗 Shop the Full Look

I’ve rounded up all my exact finds, wishlist pieces, and direct links over on my ShopMy page.

What are you grabbing first this season? Let me know in the comments below! ✨

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Hello autumn, and hello to you. 🍂 
 Dear reader,
 If you’re reading this, you’ve somehow stumbled into this little digital corner of mine so grab a warm drink from the coffee bar to your left, get comfortable, and stay a while. 
 I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it means to be in your twenties. Everyone always talks about this decade like it’s a race you have to win, or a puzzle you need to solve overnight. But sitting here today, watching the leaves just barely start to turn crisp at the edges, I’m realizing it’s much more like a collection of quiet moments. It’s messy, it’s beautiful, it’s full of unanswered questions, and honestly? It's kind of magical.
 This space is going to be my digital scrapbook. A place where I can pin up my thoughts, share the little things that bring me comfort, and figure out who I am one messy diary entry at a time. 
 If you're also navigating this wild, beautiful chapter of life, I'd love to know you're here. Leave a comment, brew a fictional latte, or just sit quietly with me.
 Talk to you in the next letter, 
  Alencha ☕

Fall Fashion So Far: What People Are Actually Buying Published by Alencha 🤎☕️ Autumn style is officially in full swing...