Leah Tackles

Camp Collage | Camp Trunk Decor

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Our daughter, Hailey, attended her first sleepaway camp a few weeks ago and we wanted to do everything we could to make it memorable. In a newsletter from the camp, there was information about Camp Collage and as soon as I saw it I knew I wanted us to get one for Hailey.

Camp Collage

Camp Collage was founded by the Willoughby family after Darla, the mother, had made her three children collages for years. It is a family business founded in 2021 and I can tell already, they’re just getting started.

Camp Collage is an App that allows you to upload pictures straight from your phone into a collage that is then printed and ready for you to attach to the inside of your camper’s trunk, on the wall, or to the bunk. You can have the photos auto-populate or arrange them yourself, or do what I did which is autofill and then edit as wanted/needed. You can pick 15,25, or 35 images. I love that this is an affordable way to have a perfectly sized and nicely printed collage without having to deal with the hassle of making it yourself. Hailey LOVED having pictures of friends and family up while away at her first camp. She told us that her friends and counselor asked her about her college, and it helped with homesickness. As soon as we got home, she hung it in her room, and I love that it has the year because she can hang get one each year as a special tradition.

If you have a camper in your life, I think this is a fantastic gift idea!

Have you been to summer camp? I’d love to hear about it!

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Under Eye Mask | How Do Eye Look Hydrogel Eye Mask Créme

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have dark circles (genetics and I am a mother of three) and wanted to look refreshed for a special dinner with my husband. I used the How Do Eye Look? Rested Hydrogel Under Eye Patches by Créme and I was so excited by how refreshed I looked. The undereye looked brighter and I didn’t have any bagging (my bigger issue is dark circles).

How Do Eye Look? Rested Hydrogel Under Eye Patches

Benefits

  • Helps brighten and protect from UV damage
  • Helps revive dullness
  • Helps fade dark spots

Key Ingredients

  • Retinol – Stimulates new cell production while fading dark spots
  • Vitamin C – Helps increase elasticity and brighten skin
  • Caffeine – Wakes up tired eyes and helps reduce the appearance of dark circles

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Eras Tour Outfit | Taylor Swift Concert Outfit

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I saw Taylor Swift for the Era Tour about a week ago and it was magical. I still haven’t gotten over the fact that it’s over. I want to share my Eras Tour outfit incases you need a Taylor Swift concert outfit idea.

Sweater Tank (*similar)

Purple Levi’s Shorts

Clear Bag (the best!)

Frye White Leather Sneaker (the best white sneaker EVER. Elevated)

Have you been to Eras Tour? Are you going? I *need* to hear it in the comments! If you’re still waiting for your concert date, I am so excited for you and so jealous.

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My No Buy/Low Buy Update

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

We are halfway through 2023 already, and it’s time for me to update on my no buy/low buy for 2023.

I have so far followed all of my rules, but I have definitely pushed it a little bit. For example, I asked my mom for clothing and shoes for my birthday, and I had a few gift cards, and when I used those I would pay the difference and allow that. For example, I had a $50 gift card but spent $70. I also bought myself a Mother’s Day Gift that I picked which is what I told my husband I wanted.

Shopping Triggers

Shopping definitely gives a little happy boost, and fashion is my weakness. I notice that I want to shop when I’m really stressed, or sad, and sometimes just when I see a great piece that I think will be impactful in my closest.

What I’ve Learned

While I haven’t been perfect, the no buy / low buy has stopped me from buying things right away and made me pause. And a lot of times the “must have it” feeling will fade. Having to be creative with gifts and gift cards has also ensured I really research what I want. It helps me to save a web browser and I can always go back to the item later. It also helps me to organize what I do have, for example organizing my shorts or all of my hats. I also like putting together outfits from my closet instead of seeing a new item and putting an outfit together in my head with the new item.

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Spring Capsule Wardrobe Staples

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Hi there! Happy Monday! And here in the U.S., Happy Memorial Day.

I post my outfit each day on my Instagram. I wear neutrals and many of the pieces I have I have had for years because they are classics. Today I am going to share a few of my favorites from my spring capsule wardrobe.

A Classic Trench Coat

Olive Pull-On Shorts

Short Sleeve Linen Shirt

Denim Jacket

Classic Navy Shirt

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Full Brows |The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have decent eyebrows, they’re fairly full and I thankfully missed the overpluck of the ’90s, but I decided to try a hair growth serum to try to fill in the more sparse areas and get a little bit more fluffy brow hairs. The brow serums tend to be expensive, so I wondered if the well-reviewed hair growth serum from The Ordinary, a company I love, and I have loved the results. I love The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density.

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

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The Best Lip Gloss of All-Time |Buxom White Russian Lip Gloss

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Today I want to shout out my favorite and most-reached-for lip gloss, Buxom White Russian Full-On Plumping Lip Polish. I love that lip gloss is on trend, it makes my ’90s girl heart so happy! I still remember applying Bonnie Bell Sparkle Lip Smacker in Vanilla Frosting (now a cool $100 on Mercari…) during commercial breaks during T.G.I. Fridays. Ah, the simple days. And I love that lip gloss offers a youthful, fresh look, or can be applied over lipstick to add dimension.

Buxom White Russian Lip Gloss

This lip gloss isn’t too sticky but lasts well, and the smell is pleasant. I love the color White Russian because it is the perfect pinky nude.

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Denim On Denim 2023 | In Style 2023 Trend

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am a big fan of denim on denim, and it wasn’t gone that long but now it’s back in a big way for 2023. I love any monochrome, tone-on-tone, dressing, and denim on denim is a fun look. Some people are worried that they’ll look like they’re rocking a “Canadian tuxedo” or be imitating Brit and Justin circa 2001 (IYKYK), but if you give it a chance it can be an easy, pulled-together look.

Denim On Denim 2023

I styled my Abercrombie 80’s Mom Jeans with an old denim (chambray) shirt worn open (similar one linked here) and wore a green-gray neutral tank (similar).

What do you think of this trend? Are you into all this denim? Let me know in a comment below! You can view my outfit daily on my Instagram.

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Coolest Addidas Sneaker 2023 | Adidas Ozweego

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

In late 2022 I got a pair of green Adidas Track Pants and decided that I should have a pair of Adidas sneakers. I read a ton of reviews and decided that I wanted a pair of Adidas Ozweego sneakers. These are the coolest Adidas sneakers.

Adidas Ozweegos

I ended up getting these in one of my favorite shades of green, a sage color that is totally neutral to me. And the sage Ozweego Sneakers are on major sale! I have worn these snappy casual with a blazer, and very casual with a T-shirt and jeans. These are a bit of a clunky and wide shoe, but not so much that they overtake the rest of your outfit. They’re incredibly comfortable! I did size down 1/2 a size because I have quite narrow feet and these are wide.

What are your favorite casual sneakers? I reach for my New Balance 574s, Nike Air Force Ones, and now my Adidas Ozweegos quite often, especially now that there is no snow but it isn’t always sandal weather.

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Using Differin Gel For Anti-Aging | Over-The-Counter Retinoid

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Today I want to talk to you about Differin Gel as an anti-aging product. I enjoy my mid-30s skincare routine and some of my favorite items that I don’t talk about often because they aren’t new but they are things I use daily. I have used Tretinoin in the past but if you need an over-the-counter, affordable retinoid, I want to encourage you to try Differin Gel.

Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Retinoid

Differin contains the ingredient adapalene which is a retinoid that fights fine lines, dark spots, and dull skin. Differin stimulates collagen production and helps with dark spots by exfoliating the skin. It also helps with clogged pores and acne, which is what I originally used it for in the early aughts when it was by prescription only. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. You do need to ease into it, and you only need a pea-sized amount. I use it every other night and tretinoin on the “off” night. I apply it after my toner and before my moisturizer. It is very important to use S.P.F. when using a retinoid (but really, all the time! 365!).

Do you use a retinoid? Have you tried Differin Gel?

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