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Caitlin Abber

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Caitlin Abber is the Brand Editor at M.M. LaFleur, and an award-winning writer and content creator. Over the last decade she has held senior editorial positions at MTV, Women's Health, Public Radio International, and Bustle, and has bylines at InStyle and OprahMag.com.

Does Your Nail Polish Need to Match Your Outfit?

December 23, 2021

Does Your Nail Polish Need to Match Your Outfit?

When you’re ready to dip your toes (or fingers) into some fun new nail polish colors, it’s only natural to have some questions.

M.M.LaFleur’s 2021 Year-in-Review

December 17, 2021

M.M.LaFleur’s 2021 Year-in-Review

Find out what M.M. customers—and employees—wore, watched, and did this year.

How to Dress Like Your Favorite Nancy Meyers Character

November 03, 2023

How to Dress Like Your Favorite Nancy Meyers Character

Yes, turtlenecks are involved, but it’s more than that.

Tell Us Your Favorite Thing About Winter, and We’ll Tell You What to Wear

November 24, 2021

Tell Us Your Favorite Thing About Winter, and We’ll Tell You What to Wear

If your vision board includes sipping champagne or cranberry punch by a fire while fresh snow engulfs the pine trees outside, we know exactly what you should wear right now.

The Ultimate Night-in Outfit, Depending on How You Like to Relax

November 12, 2021

The Ultimate Night-in Outfit, Depending on How You Like to Relax

Make your time inside a little more fun by perfecting your at-home wardrobe.

“Succession” is Finally Back—and the Outfits Are Better Than Ever

November 03, 2023

“Succession” is Finally Back—and the Outfits Are Better Than Ever

The women of “Succession” are some of the most stylish, elegant, and terrifying characters on TV. Here’s how to dress like them.

8 Work Emails That Give Us Nightmares

October 29, 2021

8 Work Emails That Give Us Nightmares

There’s something about receiving emails with subject lines like “Quick TB” that really sends shivers down our spines.

5 All-Black Outfits for When You’re Feeling Witchy

October 29, 2021

5 All-Black Outfits for When You’re Feeling Witchy

Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Either way, you’re going to need a great all-black outfit.

10 On-Sale Styles for Any Budget

November 19, 2021

10 On-Sale Styles for Any Budget

Whether you want to spend $50 or $300, here’s what we think you should buy from our end-of-year sale.

The Best Shoes to Pair with Every Type of Pant

October 16, 2021

The Best Shoes to Pair with Every Type of Pant

M.M. stylists weigh in on the best heels, flats, and boots to wear with wide-leg, skinny, cropped, and loungewear pants.

How to Set Financial Goals You’ll Actually Stick With

October 16, 2021

How to Set Financial Goals You’ll Actually Stick With

If you’re struggling with making time and space—and, you know, room in your budget—for all the things you want to do in life, it might be time to realign your budget and your values.

An Easy Outfit Formula for How To Layer in Transitional Weather

January 05, 2023

An Easy Outfit Formula for How To Layer in Transitional Weather

Getting dressed for temperature fluctuation and surprise precipitation often means wearing as many layers as possible—which can lead to a lot of bulk. Here’s a formula for building a smart and sleek outfit that won’t weigh you down.

12 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want to Find Your Purpose

October 09, 2021

12 Questions to Ask Yourself if You Want to Find Your Purpose

This is what you should know about yourself before making a major change in your career or your life.

7 Fresh Ways to Style M.M.’s Best-Selling Jewel Tone

October 01, 2021

7 Fresh Ways to Style M.M.’s Best-Selling Jewel Tone

Deep sea is the moody but versatile color M.M. customers just can’t get enough of.

10 New Styles from Our Holiday Collection You’ll Want to Wear Now

October 23, 2021

10 New Styles from Our Holiday Collection You’ll Want to Wear Now

You have our permission to ring in the season a little early with silk charmeuse, plush cashmere, and your favorite styles in festive new colors.

How to Embrace the Best Parts of Fall Fashion

September 25, 2021

How to Embrace the Best Parts of Fall Fashion

Think colors inspired by foliage, nap-worthy sweaters, and our personal favorite: jaunty transitional jackets.

6 TV-Inspired Looks That Will Make You Feel Like the Main Character

September 17, 2021

6 TV-Inspired Looks That Will Make You Feel Like the Main Character

Inspired by Rebecca from “Ted Lasso?” Want to look like a chic but collegiate English professor, à la “The Chair?” Here’s how to steal your favorite TV character’s style.

A 3-Part Formula for Eliminating Awkward Small-Talk at Work

September 17, 2021

A 3-Part Formula for Eliminating Awkward Small-Talk at Work

Whether you’re heading back into the office or still stuck on Zoom, chances are your small-talk skills could use a tune-up.

How to Wear Black and Brown Together

August 11, 2023

How to Wear Black and Brown Together

A user-friendly guide to combining two of our favorite neutrals—black and brown—to make 6 chic and polished outfits.

The 10 New Pieces M.M. Employees are Most Excited to Wear This Fall

September 03, 2021

The 10 New Pieces M.M. Employees are Most Excited to Wear This Fall

These are the plaid suits, cashmere sweaters, date-night tops, vegan leather jackets, and over-the-knee boots from our new fall collection that make us wish it was October already.

5 Ways to Wear Leopard Print to Work

August 27, 2023

5 Ways to Wear Leopard Print to Work

Dresses are making a comeback, inching their way into our top-seller lists and popping back up as an item our customers are frequently searching for.

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