In this vlog I take you with me to Rosewood Miramar in Montecito, California—one of those stays that instantly feels homey and calm (and yes, you can literally hear the ocean from the room). I kept the day super relaxed with my husband: pool time, a little walk-and-decompress energy, and then the main event—shopping Chanel’s Matthieu Blazy Spring/Summer 2026 (26S) collection at the petite boutique right on property. Because it’s a resort location, they had special pieces that are sold out in many places, which made the whole experience feel extra intimate and not commercial. Then we go into the real talk: my honest thoughts on the 26S bags and what’s actually practical versus what just photographs well. I tried the “Chanel 26” (Preppy Coco) bag, the barrel, and other styles, and I share why some of them were a no for me (thin straps, slipping, comfort issues, and leather that didn’t wow me the way truly rich leather does). Finally, I do a triple unboxing: the duo-tone croc-embossed shoes I fell in love with, plus two ready-to-wear pieces—one from 26S and one from 26P—that I know I’ll genuinely wear. And yes, I also share the beautiful Caruso’s dinner experience, including a behind-the-scenes surprise in the kitchen.