January Forecast - Julia Berolzheimer

Happy 2026! The shift into a new year always feels momentous on paper, and then January 1 arrives and looks a lot like the day before. I woke up a bit underwhelmed, as if I expected the calendar to do more heavy lifting. Of course, it doesn’t. Real change tends to be quieter than a countdown.

Still, looking back at January 1, 2025 compared to January 1, 2026, the difference is undeniable. So much has moved forward, gradually and deliberately. They take consistency, care, and a willingness to keep showing up even when the progress is subtle.

This year, we have a lot we’re excited to build, with a clear focus on this community. We’re not interested in simply doing more. We’re far more focused on doing better, and making sure what we share genuinely adds something to your day, your closet, your home, your thinking. Over the past few months, we’ve sharpened our point of view: why we share, what we share, and what we hope it offers you. Whether it’s the blog, Substack, the paid subscriber chat and posts, our newsletters, or Instagram, the goal is for it to feel worth your time: thoughtful, useful, and occasionally surprising in the best way.

With that, here’s what’s happening this month, along with what I’m wearing, buying, and eyeing.

What We’re Doing

We’re hosting our first-ever style challenge in the paid Subscriber chat. It’s intentionally simple, but the prompts are designed to spark fresh ideas and make getting dressed feel interesting again. Join in if you want a smart reset for the month.
It’s Goldie’s birthday month, and I genuinely can’t wrap my head around the fact that she’s turning four. She’s stepping into full little-girl territory with strong opinions and a sweet confidence, and I’m loving every bit of it. She requested a princess tea party, so a princess tea party it is.
My siblings will all be together for the first time in a while, and I’m counting the days.
Thomas and I are heading to Palm Heights later this month for a quick, kid-free getaway. This Grand Cayman hotel has been on our list for a while, and after a friend’s rave review, we finally booked it. I’m excited for warm air, long swims, and a little uninterrupted conversation.
I’m going on a work retreat with a group of women at the end of the month. The last one was clarifying and energizing, so I’m looking forward to stepping away from the day-to-day and getting back into that kind of exchange, even if it’s for 48 hours.
I really want to go see Marty Supreme.

What I’m Wearing

What I’m Buying

What I’m Eyeing

I’m most excited to see Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel collections roll out. Currently on my wishlist:
Mark Davis jewelry– I love the color and sculptural feel of his bangles.
Thalita Hamaoui art stopped me mid-scroll.
A coat that reads very Chanel-adjacent (still expensive, but not $10k).
I saved almost every room in this home, and now I’m considering animal print for a room we’ll work on this year:
I’ve never been a nail art person, but I am into this.