Late August is a place where we infuse joy, connection, fun, delicious food, adventure and a touch of luxury to everyday life.

Remember when we were kids and summer was coming to an end? In late August, we would live each day to the fullest. The days were long and quiet. We played hard. The street lights flickering ended a day of adventure with friends. We were mesmerized by the sunsets and drank from the water hose. We rolled down hills and laid in the grass looking at the sky. We ran for the ice cream truck.

We lived to the fullest.

Somewhere along the way we lost that quest for life. Time happened. Netflix happened. But, that desire for fun, connection and adventure never went away. We simply didn’t prioritize it—until now.

Here at Late August, we’re reimagining those late summer vibes from our childhood into modern life. We’re not living life like our parents. We’re single longer. We’re married without kids for longer (or never!). We’re re-writing the rules—or throwing them out all together. 

We’re on a mission to inspire women to live their best lives on their own terms. From seasonal recipes, dinner parties, and the pursuit of fun to solo adventures and feeling good in our bodies and homes, we serve our community content that nourishes both the body and the soul.

If you want the full story behind Late August, check it out here.

We’re guided by the motto "Always chasing Late August vibes," which embodies the spirit of our mission. It reminds us to live in the present moment, to savor life's simple pleasures, and to seek out the beauty and adventure in the world around us.

Jamie Crain, Editor in Chief

Jamie Crain is an award-winning strategic communicator, community builder, and digital marketer with 20+ years of experience. She’s on a mission to create a life full of fun, adventure, deep connection, purpose and unexpected magic for herself and inspire women of all ages to do the same.

She’s a dog mom to an adorable husky, Meaka, an avid reader, and lover of all things entertainment. She currently splits her time between Chicago and Los Angeles.