Direction. Intentionality. Resolve. 

These three words mark the heart of Darling Issue No. 9: a collection of beautiful images and heartfelt, honest essays that will reframe your vision, confirm your value and challenge your heart to forget the “lack” and revel in the “have.” In a season that naturally draws in discipline, the words found here celebrate the fact that good things always take time; that dreams are built one red brick at a time and that intentionality can’t help but foster excellence. In a world full of messages, we hope the ones in these pages are those that truly rest upon you.

Here’s a sneak-peek of what you can expect inside our ninth issue:

Inside the Stylist | a feature and photo shoot with Aimee Song from Song of Style about how to bring your own style to work.

Inside The Explorer | a feature on Kristen Bell and her work with This Bar Saves Lives. 

“Stories paint the true picture, adding brushstrokes of pain, loss and heartache. But they also paint a picture of hope—a splash of optimism on the otherwise bleak canvas of world nutrition.”  – Kristen Bell & Ryan Devlin

Inside The Hostess | a collection of healthy and artistic fall recipes from renowned LA-based catering company, Heirloom.

Inside The Achiever | an essay by best-selling author Dr. Henry Cloud about healthy boundaries.

There are two words that can change everything: create and allow. Here is how they work: The reality is that most times, whatever state I find myself in, I am either creating that state of affairs or I am allowing it to exist.” – Dr. Henry Cloud

Pre-Order your copy of Issue No. 9 here! If you haven’t yet, this fall would be a great time to become a Darling subscriber, ensuring you receive your copy as soon as it’s available. Shipping begins the first week of September.
Cover photograph by Frank Terry