It’s that time of year – time for the annual round-up of the most popular posts of the year on Dandelion Chandelier. Here are the 10 most popular posts on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelionchandelier.com in 2021. What does this say about us? Read on and find out.
why even bother with a list of the most popular posts of the year?
Lots of publications share their lists of the Best of, the Most Read, the Most Emailed, and other superlatives at this time of year. We’re not exactly sure why.
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Is it because they want to be sure that if we missed something, we have a chance to go back and read it?
Is it because the staff is on holiday, and round-up stories are really quick and easy to write?
Or could it be that the process of analyzing and sharing the most popular topics of the year tells us something important about ourselves – as a community, as a publication, as individuals?
Your call – we suspect that it’s a combination of all three.
our most popular posts of 2021
Whatever the motivation, we like the idea. In fact, we’re all in, and we’re sharing our own list of the most popular posts of the year. The people have spoken, and these are the winners.
We’re counting backwards, New Year’s Eve Times Square ball drop style.
10. the best brands of luxury tennis clothes.
Tennis is always high on the list of popular posts on our site. Maybe it’s the natural social distance that the sport supplies (meaning that even COVID cannot keep us from it). Or perhaps its that the clothes are so cute. It could also be because tennis stars are among the most inspiring athletes that we know of (looking at you, Naomi Osaka). Whatever the reason, Julie’s updated piece about the best luxury tennis apparel, accessories and gear remains in the top 10 for the second straight year.
If you’re in the market for new on-trend tennis togs, this is the place.
9. the best new book releases of the month.
Every month, we scour the trade publications for news of the most buzzed-about and best-reviewed new novels, poetry collections, memoirs and other non-fiction books. Then we cull the list and share the new releases that we can’t wait to read.
The most popular posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: the best new book releases of the month.
Fellow bookworms of the world, unite! If they keep writing, we’ll keep reading.
8. the best baby products and luxury gifts for a haute mama.
The arrival of a new little one is a cause for joy and celebration. And gifts! We love curating gift shops here at Dandelion Chandelier, and this one was one of our favorites. Our own Abbie Martin Greenbaum – who has been to a baby shower or two – created a thoughtful list of perfect presents to pamper new babies – and their moms.
The top 10 posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: top baby products and gifts for new moms.
From chic diaper bags to the best and most beautiful crib to the coolest stroller, these are the gorgeous items every Haute Mama deserves.
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7. the best luxury faux fur brands.
Cruelty-free fashion is no longer a trend – it’s a requirement for responsible brands who are listening to the voices of their consumers. Especially when it comes to fur. Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy covers the go-to brands in her piece on the 10 best luxury brands in the world for faux fur.
The top 10 posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: best brands for faux fur and shearling.
Check it out and discover the faux fur and shearling coat, jacket, vest and gilet you may want to have on your shopping list this season.
6. why “gorpcore” may be the best fashion trend of 2021.
The fashion world has been off-kilter ever since the Quarantine Years began. So perhaps it should come as no surprise that some quirky fashion trends defined the aesthetic of 2021. There were lots of “core” trends – like “Zizmorcore,” “mysterycore” and more. But for our readers, the one that resonated most deeply – or at least was the most interesting one – was “gorpcore.”
The top 10 posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: Gorpcore.
Our correspondent Funto Omojola unwrapped the crunchy confluence of camping and street style, also known as hikingcore and “camping chic.” And shared tips from expert stylists on how to make it work.
5. the most coveted home décor buys in the maximalist aesthetic.
Since lots of us were still spending many hours at home thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, home décor was top of mind for many. And it was all about extra. My reporting on the top 5 most coveted home décor buys in the maximalist style rounds out our top 5.
The top 10 posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: the must-have home décor buys in the maximalist aesthetic.
It’s that ’70’s show, and its definitely still running.
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4. the best luxury florists and flower shops.
In a tough world, the naturally resilient among us often crave fresh flowers. What better way to remind ourselves and others that hope springs eternal? And that beauty is all around us, even in the depths of winter? Jillian Tangen‘s piece on the best luxury florists and flower shops in the world makes the top 5 for 2021.
The most popular posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: the best florists and flower shops in the world.
Glamorous, architectural and minimalist, or fresh from the farm – whatever your aesthetic, there’s a perfect florist near you.
3. the top 5 cities for millennials on the move.
2021 was unique in many regards – not the least because it marked the start of The Great Resignation. And also the acceleration of the “work from anywhere” norm that began as COVID-19 took hold. It’s unsurprising, then, that fellow millennial and explorer Abbie Martin Greenbaum‘s piece on the top 5 cities for millennials on the move took the number three spot.
The most popular posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: where millennials are moving right now.
Spoiler alert: think natural beauty, temperate climates, outdoor sports and a chill vibe. No gigantic metropolis in sight (sorry, New York).
2. the Best luxury Cakes and Bakeries.
Our runner up for most popular post of 2021 is all about one of our favorite micro-luxuries: cake. Tastemaker Jillian Tangen‘s round up of the 12 best bakeries in the world for a luxurious cake takes the number 2 spot.
The most popular posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: the best cakes and bakeries in the world.
Wedding cakes? Birthday cakes? Holiday cakes? Just ’cause cakes? They’re all here.
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1. Where to Go Shopping in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
And the winner is . . . The most popular post of 2021 on our site was Where is the Best Luxury Shopping in Williamsburg?
The most popular posts of the year 2021 on our luxury lifestyle website Dandelion Chandelier: where to shop in Williamsburg.
Our ace local correspondent, former fashion executive and all-around style maven Julie Chang Murphy shared the post-COVID-19 scoop on where and how to shop in one of the coolest neighborhoods in New York. And where to get an outstanding cup of coffee after.
so what have we learned?
What does this list of the most popular posts of the year tell us? Well, it strikes us that at Dandelion Chandelier, we are a community engaged in living life to its fullest – and doing it with confidence and élan.
We love to shop, read, and spend as much time as possible outdoors.
We love beautiful confections, creating a gorgeous home, flowers, and fashion. Also giving gifts and supporting brands that share our values.
That sounds about right, actually.
Our continuing aim is to be a source of smart, fresh, elegant, and optimistic ideas and information. We’re grateful for your time and for your support. And we’re really glad that you’re a part of our community.
Happy New Year, dear reader. Here’s to a brilliant 2022.
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Pamela Thomas-Graham is the Founder & CEO of Dandelion Chandelier. A Detroit native, she has 3 Harvard degrees and has written 3 mystery novels published by Simon & Schuster. After serving as a senior corporate executive, CEO of CNBC and partner at McKinsey, she now serves on the boards of several tech companies. She loves fashion, Paris, New York, books, contemporary art, running, skiing, coffee, Corgis and cats.
