9 excellent winter things

Try these this week.

Feb 02, 2026

In the last couple of years I’ve started to revel in the quiet that winter brings. A chance for introspection and art and a really, really good reason to not go anywhere.

In the spirit of winter, and in hopes of bringing some lightness to a dark world, here are a few things worth checking out.

A donation to ACLU Minneapolis: First things first because good god how lucky are we to even have the resources and safety to consider these eight other items.
A good book: I checked out Natalia Theodoridou’s “Sour Cherry” from the library and it’s checking all the boxes—feminist, spooky, a little weird and dreamy. Nothing calms my nervous system like reading (even if it’s on the subway while I’m commuting).
A lip mask: Because it’s cold and dry almost everywhere, and this one from LA-based MAKE is a long-standing favorite.
A good leather jacket: For the not-so-distant days where a jacket and sweater will suffice. I just ordered this one from Nour Hammour to try (and maybe return). Also adore these from TWP and Saint Laurent.
A good tea: Nothing feels more sacred than a hot cup of tea. I’m particularly drawn to herbal in winter to revel in the still of it all (and balance out the copious amounts of coffee I drink.)
A pink sweater: A sweet look forward to spring to lighten the mood.
A vintage hat: So many good pillbox and faux/vintage fur options. Good prices, supporting an independent seller, what’s not to love?
A meditation course: I recently tried Benshen and it’s been great. Nothing like manifesting/being a witch on a cold winter’s day.
A tarot deck: My first! New hobby alert.