Not Yet.

That’s what I find myself whispering when I see pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween displays popping up already. Not yet. Finally, after a summer that was more raincoat than sundress, the sun has shown up and I’m holding onto these hot, golden days as long as I can.

This summer, I poured my energy into the two things that bring me the most joy: tending to my garden and tending to my words. I’m happy to share that the manuscript for the second edition of Wear Your Life Well is complete. It’s now officially moving into production, with a release date of January 3.

Why that date? Because it’s exactly nine years to the day since the first edition was born. And like any good anniversary, this one feels worth celebrating.

The new edition of Wear Your Life Well is more than just a refresh. It’s deeper, fuller, and even more vulnerable. I’ve added new essays, fresh insights, and hard-won lessons gathered from these past years of living, loving, and learning. This will be the most personal body of work I’ve written yet, and it asks a lot of me. But I’m ready.

My hope is that you’ll join me on the journey to gather all the pieces of your own story. The grief, the triumphs, the betrayals, and the small everyday moments, and weave them back together to celebrate yourself. And because what we wear is often the most visible reflection of who we are, the Fashion Your Style section of the book invites you to see style not as something superficial, but as an essential part of your identity—how you express yourself, carry yourself, and step confidently into the world.

I can’t wait for you to hold it in your hands. For now, consider this your little end-of-summer teaser. More details, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes stories are on the way.

Because while the seasons may be changing faster than we’d like, one thing remains: the best is still ahead.

Copyright: 2025 Helene Oseen