The Zoe Report

Anna Buckman

Anna is the Shopping News Editor at The Zoe Report. She lives for a sale, loves being to first to know about new vintage stores, and rarely buys anything that could go out of style.

The Romantic Date Night Dress That Won’t Leave You To Freeze This Valentine’s Day

You already know Feb. 14 is cold. It's obviously hard to ignore, and even harder to plan a romantic look when you have to cover yourself head-to-toe in order to maintain even a semblance of warmth. It's not impossible, though — it just takes the…
By Anna Buckman

Valentine’s Day Jewelry Gifts Can Be Stylish & These Pieces Are Proof

Pam Beesly once said on The Office that heart-shaped jewelry is not something a woman buys for herself, implying that no one *actually* wants any of the made-for-Valentine's-Day jewelry that often hits the market in the new year. But what Pam didn't…
By Anna Buckman

The Leggings That 5 TZR Editors Own (& Love)

Finding the perfect pair of leggings is basically the equivalent of finding a needle in a haystack. It's not that good ones don't exist, it's just that with so many options catering to so many different wants, needs, and activities, the right person…
By Anna Buckman

The Jewelry Brands You Haven’t Heard Of Yet (But Will Definitely Love)

Is there anything better than stumbling across a cool new jewelry brand you've never heard of before? For diehard accessory enthusiasts, not really, especially if that label makes pieces as fresh and exciting as the brand itself. Finding them is…
By Anna Buckman

The One Product That Changed My Hair For The Better Isn’t A Shampoo

To put it frankly, I think I have pretty weird hair. It used to be fine — good, even — but once I entered my 20s, that quickly ended. My blonde color darkened, the texture felt dry and damaged, and I suddenly had a weird, unexplainable waxy feeling…
By Anna Buckman

The Genius Organization Hack I Use To Keep My Tiny Closet In Check

When you're finding an apartment in New York, you have to sacrifice something. Maybe you choose to live 45 minutes from work but have more space; maybe you opt for laundry in the unit, but your apartment is tiny. Personally, I went for convenience,…
By Anna Buckman

Lupita Nyong’o Wore $45 Shoes To The Golden Globes — & They're Still In Stock

It's obviously fun to see all the shoes at awards shows, but unfortunately for all the footwear-obsessed shoppers out there, they're not always the most affordable options. Which is why when celebs wear a pair that are worthy of their custom-made…
By Anna Buckman

All The 2019 Golden Globes Shoes You’ll Be Lusting Over Well After The Show Ends

If the only thing you pay attention to at awards shows are the dresses, you're seriously missing out. Yes, they're obviously stunning, but the shoes are often just as (if not more) even more beautiful — it's just that they're often missed thanks to…
By Anna Buckman

These Leggings Are The Secret To Looking Polished Without Sacrificing Comfort At All

The new year might be thought of as a time to start fresh and make lofty resolutions, but let's be real here — it's January, and all anyone really wants to do is stay inside, wear comfortable clothes, and hide until the worst of winter has run its…
By Anna Buckman

6 Last-Minute New Year's Eve Outfit Ideas That Are As Chic As They Are Effortless

It seems like the anticipation for the holidays lasts for months, only to be over in what feels like a few minutes. And thanks to the lightning-fast speed they fly by, it often happens that New Year's Eve and its celebrations show up more quickly…
By Anna Buckman

Aritzia’s Sale Has Everything You Need To Stock Your Wardrobe For The Rest Of The Season

Thought you already scored all the best deals of the holiday season? Think again. Aritzia's winter sale has arrived, and with it comes some serious steals on pieces you've no doubt had your eye on all season. And while the many, many sales leading…
By Anna Buckman

I Never Return Gifts — Here’s How I Avoid It Every Year

I love stuff. Some of my earliest memories are of me begging my mom to take me to the nearest mall and showing my first grade teacher my latest shopping finds, and honestly, that lifelong obsession with owning new things has shaped me into who I am…
By Anna Buckman

15 NYE Outfits To Shop If You Hate Mini Dresses

Holiday parties may be fun, but it's the New Year's Eve parties that really take the cake. Not only do they literally require you to stay up past midnight (no 10 p.m. bed times here), they also give you the perfect excuse to get decked out in…
By Anna Buckman

How To Wear Pearls Every Day Of Your Life, No Matter The Occasion

Let's take this back to my middle school days, which is precisely when my obsession with pearls began. Though I strove to be one of the first to experiment with trends in my small hometown, I also frequently succumbed to buying what everyone else…
By Anna Buckman

16 Thoughtful Gift Ideas For Every Stage Of The Relationship

Gifts for your significant other can be seriously difficult to find. And for the holidays, when it's down to the wire and you still want to get them something that shows how much you love them? It's a problem many have, but few know just how to…
By Anna Buckman

17 Gift Ideas For Lifelong Friends, Because You Can’t Get Them Just Anything

You probably know your best friend better than you know yourself, so finding a gift for them doesn't sound like it would be that difficult. But honestly, when you're trying to find a meaningful gift for anyone right before the holidays, the stress…
By Anna Buckman

23 Gift Ideas For Moms That Are As Thoughtful As They Are Luxurious

Whether your mom already has everything or you just really, really want to treat her this holiday season (or both), an expensive gift for your mom will definitely do the trick. But if you want to get her something that feels more luxurious and more…
By Anna Buckman

Your Mom Definitely Has These Useful Gifts On Her Wishlist

If your mom is the kind of mom who has everything, you might be hesitant to buy her something for the holidays that has the possibility of sitting around and collecting dust in her house. You know that it's not that your mom won't appreciate your…
By Anna Buckman

13 Gifts For Dads Who Want Nothing, Because You Should Probably Still Get Them Something

Can you think of a time when you've asked your dad for his wishlist and he's actually responded with what he wants? You probably can't, because it seems like dads never want anything when the holidays roll around. Which means when it comes time to…
By Anna Buckman

9 Gift Ideas For Antique Lovers That Don’t Require You To Buy Actual Furniture

Antique lovers know their style. Their homes are always perfectly curated and distinctly unique — but though they know exactly what they like, often no one else can guess. On top of that, antiques can be wildly expensive, and it's hard to know what…
By Anna Buckman