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My No-Buy/Low-Buy For 2023

January 9, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I’m going on a no-buy/low-buy for 2023. We have significant financial goals, and I want to find more contentment while appreciating what I have, and figuring out what feelings I am processing when I might be inclined to shop.

My No-Buy/Low-Buy Rules

I will not be buying clothes. I will not be buying any makeup that isn’t replacing things like eyeliner, mascara, and concealer. I will not be buying skincare that isn’t replacing my basic skincare. I will not be buying any shoes. I am allowing myself to use gift cards or store credits. I have given myself one item/month, but I hope not to use this.

If you’d like to follow along or get updates, please let me know. And feel free to send me gift cards 😉 KIDDING. Nah, serious.

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My 3 Best Purchases of 2022

January 2, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy 2023!

I am going on a low-buy / no-buy in 2023. If you’d like to hear more about that stay tuned! With my no-buy in mind, I want to share my top 3 purchases of 2023.

Vegan Leather Straight Leg Pants I own these in a pinky brown and in cream and I LOVE them. They’re comfortable, often the source of compliments, and a nice way to get out of a jean rut.

Farmacy Honeymoon Glow AHA Resurfacing Night Serum This is pricy, but one bottle lasted me about 9 months using it every other night (alternating with my tretinoin) and it has made the most noticeable difference in my skin. If you’re around my age (35) I suggests this or a similar AHA.

New Balance Sneaker I wear these with sweatpants, trousers, jeans, leggings, and dresses. The absolute best and so comfortable.

What was your best purchase for 2022? I’d love to know!

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Christmas 2022 Outfits

December 29, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Belated Post. I enjoyed Monday 12/26 with family but didn’t want to miss a post. I never missed a post in 2014 (I started with 3 posts/week, then down to 2, and eventually 1 but I’ve never missed!) I hope you had a wonderful Christmas if you celebrate! And a joyous last week of 2022.

Chritsmas Outfits 2022

For Christmas Eve we went to mass with our dear friends and then to dinner at a Mexican restaurant. I t was certainly different than our plans but a snowstorm changed things and we ended up having a wonderful time!

Swiss Dot Top (I DIYed this by adding a velvet bow)

Vegan Leather Pants

Hanna Anderson Family PJs (the absolute best of the best. Stephan and I have had the same pair for YEARS and size the kids up, and I love it because they always have this print so it’s easy peasy + oh so cozy!)

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Fawn Beauty | Recovery & Glow Lip Oil Review

December 19, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I’ve wanted to try a lip oil for a while, but I didn’t want to spend $40 and the more affordable options didn’t have the best reviews. Then I remembered that I follow Fawn Beauty, owned by YouTuber Katie Fawn who has some gorgeous makeup tutorials and has all the deets on the best fragrances.

Recovery & Glow Lip Oil in “That’s Amazing”

Described as “a lip mask meets a lip oil” the recovery & glow lip oil from Fawn Beauty is vegan and features ingredients including camilla seed oil, kojoba oil, vitamin E, and coconut oil. I love that I can wear this alone or over the top of a lip color. The scent isn’t overpowering, and the lip oils do not feel sticky or greasy. The packaging is beautiful, I love how big the applicator is, and the way it wears is beautiful. I know it’s late for holiday shopping, but this is also a unique and special gift or add-on gift. I definitely want to get more colors now!

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e.l.f Power Grip Primer | YOU NEED THIS!

December 12, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Like my posts last week on the NYX NYX Professional Makeup Bare with Me Serum Concealer, this is a short and sweet post about the e.l.f Power Grip Primer and the very short version is: if you need a primer, buy this one.

e.l.f Power Grip Primer

It has 1,900 positive reviews on Target!

Highlights

A gel-based, hydrating face primer
Gel formula grips makeup for long-lasting, all-day wear
Moisturizes, preps, and gives skin a soft-focus effect
Enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to retain moisture for a plump complexion
Goes on clear with a translucent finish for all skin types and skin tones
100% vegan, cruelty-free, and Leaping Bunny Certified

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The Best Drugstore Concealer of 2022 | NYX Professional Makeup Bare with Me Serum Concealer

December 5, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

The NYX Professional Makeup Bare with Me Serum Concealer is the best concealer of 2022. I have been wearing only concealer with no foundation for years now, and I typically use a foundation for my undereye and a different concealer for any spots or discoloration I want to cover or correct. I found this concealer from my dear friend Sunny’s recommendation and she is an aesthetician who has helped me completely revamp my skincare. This foundation is THE REAL DEAL! It looks like skin and has a serum in it, which I usually roll my eyes at “skincare makeup” but this one is different.

About NYX Professional Makeup Bare with Me Serum Concealer

(From the website) MEDIUM COVERAGE CONCEALER – The first NYX skincare serum that can be used as an undereye concealer, as well as, face and body. Provides up to 24-hour hydration with a non-cakey, smooth, natural finish and a lightweight feel for skin that looks like skin in an instantly.

APPLICATION: Get undetectable, mess-free medium coverage cream concealer in one pump for dark circles, acne, blemishes, redness, irritation and dry patches with this vegan formula featuring tremella mushroom, cica, and green tea. Available in 13 vegan shades.

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Cyber Monday and Holiday Must-Haves | Shopping Guide For 2022

November 28, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Cyber Monday!

Below are my Cyber Monday and Holiday Must-Haves and a Shopping Guide For Her. Gift yourself, a gift to those special to you. Many of these items are not clothing pieces that need to be sized, so they’ll fit no matter what!

Cyber Monday Must-Haves | Shopping Guide For Her 2022

Abercrombie Sherpa Bucket Hat

Abercrombie Sherpa Slippers

Hatch Restore Reading Light, Sound Machine & Sunrise Alarm Clock

Barefoot Dreams Socks

Sorel Boots (major sale!)

Apple AirPods Pros

Nespresso Machine

MI Football Sweatshirt (Sparty OR yes, that other team…)

Save The Great Lakes Shirt (free bottle opener)

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The Perfect Gift For The Guy Who Has Everything | Michigander Tailgater Bag

November 21, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Again, this is biased because MI Trading Post is our company, but I am beyond obsessed with the Michigander Tailgater Bag! It’s the PERFECT gift for guys, but really anyone because I love this too. I just say guys because guys can be so hard to shop for ; )

Michigander Tailgater Bag

Have you started your holiday shopping? Have you finished your holiday shopping?

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The PERFECT Michigan Beanies! | Holiday Gift Guide MI TRADING POST

November 14, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have found the perfect pom Michigan beanie and cuffed Michigan beanie. Now, I am 100% biased because I selected them and my husband created the NOMI (Nothern Michigan) tags. They turned out perfectly, and are so cozy. You can shop our whole shop HERE.

NoMi Chunk Twist Beanie

It’s getting cold out there. Stay warm and keep that NoMi spirit alive with this warm chunky beanie.

NoMi Waffle Cuffed Beanie

It’s getting cold out there. Stay warm and keep that NoMi spirit alive with this warm cuffed beanie.

Have you started Christmas shopping yet? Don’t forget to shop small this holiday season!

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Abercrombie Sweater Dress | Dressed Up and Down

November 7, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

First things first, I LAUNCHED A MI APPAREL BRAND WITH MY HUSBAND!! MI TRADING POST. Please give us a follow on INSTAGRAM and a “like” on FACEBOOK.

I’ve always loved the look of sweater dresses but didn’t feel like I would get much wear out of them because I lived in a very cold and snowy climate, and while I didn’t move *that* far we have had an unseasonably warm fall this year all-over Michigan and I love the sweater dress I bought so much that I need to share it with you.

Long-Sleeve Mockneck Mini Sweater Dress

I love this sweater dress because it can easily be dressed up or dressed down. I wore it belted with knee-high heeled boots to see Swan Lake and dressed down with loafers for an everyday look. I am so glad that the warmer fall prompted me to order this because now I am sure I’ll figure out ways to continue wearing it with tights as the weather cools down.

I purchased this in a size small and it has a relaxed fit. I did purchase a small tall one because at 5’7 I am right on the cusp of needing a tall, and for mini dresses, I prefer the bit of extra length.

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