Happy Friday!
This is the final Lauren Letter of 2025, which feels both impossible and deeply grounding all at once. What began as a small creative instinct has grown into the flagship of my work—an evolving labor of love shaped by ritual, curiosity, and a shared appreciation for the beauty tucked inside ordinary days.
Thank you for welcoming me into your inbox every Friday morning. Your time, your notes, your presence here mean more than I ever manage to say. As I look ahead to 2026, I feel nothing but excitement—for what’s next, and for continuing this conversation together.
If you feel so moved, consider this my quiet holiday wish: pass The Lauren Letter along to someone who delights in small luxuries, thoughtful living, and the kind of beauty that reveals itself in life’s most unassuming moments.
Here’s to a safe, warm, and wonderful holiday season for you and yours. And if this time of year feels heavy, I’ll leave you with Clarence’s words to George Bailey: “Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends.” If you’re here, you are my friend—and I’m very glad you are.
Wearing | Ralph Lauren Cashmere Cable Knit Sweater
It's an icon: The Ralph Lauren Cashmere Cable Knit Sweater, which I promptly sized up three to four sizes for the dreamiest, borrowed-from-him slouch. Cozy, classic, and exactly how I want to feel all season long.
Eating | Absolutely Everything In Sight
Because it’s the holidays, and joy belongs on the plate! Here is a thoughtful piece by Kara Lydon on how to navigate diet talk this time of year, which feels like a gift we can all give ourselves.
Reading | Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak
Think The Family Stone, but set in a snow-dusted British country manor. Warm, witty, slightly chaotic, and perfect for slow afternoons by the fire.
Watching | Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
I will never tire of these star-studded whodunits, and this installment felt especially cozy and deliciously confounding right up until the very end.
Listening | Maisie Peters’ Cover of Christmas Lights
This Coldplay song is one of my all-time favorite holiday tracks, and Maisie’s haunting soprano makes it feel even more tender and luminous.
Trying | Vivrelle
I am excited to announce my partnership with Vivrelle, an exclusive leader in the luxury goods rental space. Vivrelle is perfect for those who want to experiment with bolder styles or “test drive” a piece before committing. And the best news!? Use code LAURENT for your first month FREE!
Champagne | La Mer The Lip Balm
Yes, it’s sticker shock for “just” a lip balm. But trust and believe: my perpetually cracked lips drink this up. It melts in instantly, stays put all day, and leaves lips genuinely smooth, cushioned, and comfortable. One of those admittedly extravagant products that earns its keep the moment you start reaching for it daily.
Frites | Oak Essentials Conditioning Lip Balm
A beautifully formulated alternative from a brand known for thoughtful, high-quality ingredients. It delivers real nourishment and softness without the ultra-luxury price tag.
STORIES
The Lauren Letter Holiday Gift Guide 2025. By Lauren Tilashalski (that’s moi!)
Our Home for the Holidays 2025. By Lauren Tilashalski (that’s moi!)
Low-Effort Habits That Give My Brain More Breathing Space. By Hannah Bay for Midnight Crumbs
Retail Confessions: Ralph Lauren. By Amy Odell for Back Row
The History of Fortnum’s Hampers. By Fortnum & Mason
Why Pointe Shoes Cost the NYC Ballet Nearly $1 Million A Year. By Culture Insider
YOUR APPOINTMENTS
Your December Appointments. By Lauren Tilashalski (that’s moi!)
Your Christmas Week Appointments. By Lauren Tilashalski (that’s moi!)
CLOSET
Latest Finds | December 2025
Tuckernuck New Arrivals | December 2025
LJ of LJ Designs
LJ Greenway is in one word effervescent—bright, bubbly, and oh so talented. Her artwork stops you mid-scroll, her fashion is absolute candy for the eyes, and her creative world feels like stepping into a color-drenched daydream. Add in the fact that she’s genuinely sweet as sugar, and you’ll understand why following her is instant fizz for your feed.
