Leah Tackles

We moved…saying goodbye to our house

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Yesterday we said goodbye to our first house. The house where we brought all of our kids home. The house where our kids grew up. The house where we grew up. We bought it straight out of college, and now 11 1/2 years later, we say goodbye. Our starter home, that we’ve finally outgrown. Home doesn’t stay with the house, it goes with the people in it. But goodness we’ll miss it.

How many times have you moved?

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The NEW French Manicure is the Same but Different | 2022 French Manicure

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

In high school, at an inexpensive mall nail salon, I got my first manicure. It was 2002, so what do you think I got? A french manicure with airbrushed tips, of course. And now, in 2022, the french manicure is back and it’s the same but different.

The NEW French Manicure is the Same but Different | 2022 French Manicure

So, what’s the new style? It’s almost anything you want that is a bit different than the old classic. Colored tips, reverse french, embellished tips, or what I did which is the white french bordering the entire nail edge as opposed to only the tip.

My nails were done at a salon. My nails are a gel full set. I do still use my gel manicure kit for doing my own pedicures.

Have you tried this style? What do you think?

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The BEST No-Makeup-Makeup Foundation | L’Oréal Infallible Fresh Wear Foundation

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Hi there! Happy Monday! And Happy Memorial Day.

For years I was a matte makeup gal, and then a few years ago I switched to using only concealer and very rarely wearing foundation. Last week I had a special event and wanted to wear a foundation, so I tried the L’Oréal Infallible Up to 24 Hour Fresh Wear Foundation after seeing it mentioned in a YouTube video, and I can’t wait to share it with you.

Infallible Fresh Wear Foundation

I have combo/oily skin, and I always stuck with matte products. Lately, I have been liking the on-trend look of a more fresh or dewy makeup but didn’t think that was an option since I have to blot my face a few times most days. This foundation is the first foundation I’ve ever worn that truly doesn’t feel like foundation. It lasted all day on me from 7a.m when applied until after midnight when I removed it. This foundation is my new favorite, no contest. I applied it with a beauty sponge and then achieved an airbrushed look by using this foundation brush before lightly setting it with a pink loose powder.

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L’Oreal Fresh Wear Foundation

IT Brushes Airbrush Blurring Foundation Brush (it’s THE BEST)

Eco Tools Makeup Sponge

e.l.f Halo Glow Setting Powder

Please tell me if you try this foundation! It’s SO SO SO good.

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Towel Terrycloth Summer | Summer 2022 Trends

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Back in high school, I had a few items in towel terrycloth and I adored them. I’ve bought my daughter swim coverups in terrycloth over the years because I’ve always loved it so much, and I was so happy to see that it’s back in style for grownups. Today I will share a few of the towel terry pieces I’m loving and the one I picked up.

Towel Terry Cloth Summer 2022

C&C California Terry Polo (my pick!)

Gap Towel Terry Vacay Shirt

Have you tried the terrycloth trend yet this year? Let us know in the comments!

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Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Crayon Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I’m all about the no-makeup makeup, especially in the warmer months. I received a deluxe size sample of the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Color Eye Crayon in Strapless as a birthday gift from Sephora and today I want to review it for you. It’s a cream shadow that dries to a powdery feel.

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Crayon Review

If you want a fast makeup routine for the summer, this is your answer for eye makeup. I love it because I can apply it without a brush to my lid and then I like to do a bit on my lower lash line and it’s firm enough that it isn’t messy but soft enough that it doesn’t tug the delicate skin around my eyes. I use this synthetic brush to lightly blend the edges so there aren’t any harsh lines. Some days I then take a shadow brush and put a bit of a shimmery eye shadow on top, focusing on the center of the lid, and some days I only wear the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick.

Have you tried a shadow stick?

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My Favorite Bodysuits + Why I Love Them

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you tried a bodysuit yet? Are you wondering if you should? If you would like it? Or why you might want to try them? I still vividly remember in 2009 seeing one come through the stockroom at Hollister and being confused as to why a leotard was in the boxes, but jokes on me because I love them. I’ve been wearing bodysuits regularly for a few years now, and today I want to share my favorites with you.

Why I Love Bodysuits

Bodysuits are awesome because they don’t crease if you wear them under blazers or jackets as a tank or t-shirt would, and you don’t have to constantly tuck them in. Yes, it’s true that it does take a bit longer to use the bathroom but I find the tradeoff worth it. I prefer thong bodysuits, which all but one I have tried have been and I think is more common than a cheeky-cut.

My Favorite Bodysuits

I have several bodysuits from Abercrombie, one from Hollister, one from Express, and one from Target. My favorite brand for bodysuits that I have tried is hands-down Abercrombie.

The Best Abercrombie and Fitch Bodysuits

Seamless Rib Fabric Scoopneck Bodysuit in Orange

If you’re only going to get one bodysuit, this is my favorite. I love that it is ribbed because the seamless bodysuits (which I will talk about in a minute) are stunning but the rib is less likely to pill or snag. I got the orange color, which is a beautiful light and I am a neutral gal who thinks that this passes as a neutral.

Double-Layered Seamless Fabric Square Neck Bodysuit

The double-layered seamless bodysuits are incredible. They are so smooth, they hold you in, and I don’t need to wear a bra with them. I do wear nipple covers. I do wash these on delicate in a laundry bag and hang them to dry because I do find them more likely to pill.

Double-Layered Seamless Fabric Corset Bodysuit

One-Shoulder Essential Bodysuit in Brown

I am *here* for the one-shoulder making a comeback (Shoutout to my mom for letting me wear these at 14 which I absolutely rocked to school with a zip-up track jacket over it). This bodysuit is not double-lined, hence the lower price (compared to other Abercrombie bodysuits). I wear it with the best strapless bra ever by Soma.

Long-Sleeve Seamless Mockneck Bodysuit

This is on clearance and in limited sizes but there are other similar ones on their website. It is PERFECT under blazers, and cardigans.

The Best Basic Bodysuit from Express

Body Contour Scoop Neck Bodysuit

If you need one bodysuit that can be worn alone, as a layer, dressed up, and dressed down this is it. It’s beautiful, holds you in while still being comfortable, and comes in so many color ways.

The Best Affordable Bodysuit from Target

Double Scoop Bodysuit

If you’re on a budget but want to see if you like the look of a bodysuit, I suggest this one. It doesn’t suck you in as much as the pricier options, but it still offers other benefits of the bodysuit such as avoiding the need to tuck in or flatten out fabric wrinkles. This is a bikini cut bodysuit, and while I prefer a thong cut this isn’t uncomfortable to wear. I love the line A New Day from Target for basic tanks and this bodysuit is no exception.

Have you tried any bodysuits? I’d love to hear which ones in the comments!

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You Need a Belt Bag [a.k.a Fanny Pack]

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Alright, it’s time. You need a belt bag, a.k.a a fanny pack. They’re trendy, but also functional. Today I want to share a few of my favorites.

The Best Belt Bags

Sling Fanny Pack -Target (I have the old version of this and use it daily!)

Everywhere Belt Bag – Lululemon (THIS is what I’m spending my Lululemon gift card on)

The Mini Belt Bag -Lululemon

Have you tried a belt bag?

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Abercrombie Essentials Collection Sale

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

If you follow my Instagram you may know that I wear a lot of Abercrombie and Fitch, and one of the things they do well is their Abercrombie Essentials Collection. Currently, Abercrombie is running a sale where if you buy two pieces from the Abercrombie Essentials collection they are 15% off and if you buy three pieces they are 25% off.

Abercrombie Essentials Collection Sale

Everyday Crew Essential Tee

I love this top so much that I’ve bought it 3 times. You can untie the knot and tuck it and the way the fabric is cut it tucks in so well the knot is also a cute look that isn’t quite cropped but looks nice with higher rise jeans.

Ribbed Essential Crew

This top is so cute. I love it with an oversized cardigan over it paired with jeans. 

One-Shoulder Essential Bodysuit

I am here for the comeback of the one-shoulder top! I remember these were so popular in the early aughts and I would wear zip-up track jackets over them to high school. This bodysuit is not as thick as the double-lined bodysuits by Abercrombie, so I do prefer to wear this one with a strapless bra and not braless or with nipple covers. 

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Drink More Water | Best Gallon Water Jugs

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I’ve been on the drink-a-gallon a day train for years, thanks largely to my husband, so the concept isn’t new to me, but when I got sick recently and didn’t have more than a few sips of Gatorade in a day WOW was I reminded of just how important it is. Here are a few of my favorites that either I have used or Stephan has used.

The Best Gallon/Half Gallon Water Jugs On Amazon

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NYX Filler Instinct Review | NYX Filler Instinct Beach Casual

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

A few weeks ago I shared my thoughts on the NYX Filler Instinct Plumping Lip Gloss and today I want to share my thoughts on the NYX Filler Instinct Plumping Lip Color in Beach Casual.

NYX Filler Instinct Lip Color in Beach Casual

The NYX Filler Instinct Lipstick in Beach Casual is the perfect nude-y pink color and I love how I can swipe it over my lips, even without a mirror, and get the best your-lips-but-better lip color. It feels good on the lips. As far as plumping? I don’t notice the tingling sensation as I do with the NYX Filler Instinct Lip Polish, but maybe a slight cooling or minty feel. I love to apply the Beach Casual with no lip liner, no muss no fuss, and then add a bit of the NYX lip gloss over the top.

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