Leah Tackles

Leah Tackles Turns 10! | What now?

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I turn 37 tomorrow and 10 years ago tomorrow I started this blog. Because of this blog, I’ve had opportunities and then began YouTube, and then that led to becoming a social media manager, and now I’m a social media strategist and account manager. I still love this blog, I don’t get it much energy, but I am SO DARN PROUD I’ve never missed a week. I have practiced writing every. single. week for a decade. Little Leah would be proud. Will I keep writing? For now, yes. But I plan to allow myself the freedom to post when I feel called to, when I receive a PR product that I think is worth sharing, or when I have something that I’d share with my girlfriends.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for your support over the past DECADE. Please follow me on Instagram for daily outfit inspiration, gratitudes, and behind-the-scenes.

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The Best White Button-Up | Everlane Shirt

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have had the same button-up from Everlane shirt in my wardrobe for years and what I love about it is that it’s soft and feels good with only a bra under it. I prefer to use steamer (don’t let the fact that it needs a steam deter you, it takes 2 minutes max) and I wear this dressed casually with jeans and shorts or dressed up under a a blazer with trousers.


The Silky Cotton Relaxed Shirt

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Murder On The Dance Floor Party Theme Outfit

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

One of our dear friends had a Murder On The Dance Floor (song by Sophie Ellis Bextor) birthday party and this is my Murder On The Dance Floor-themed outfit.

Big Love Bodysuit by Free People This bodysuit is SO GOOD. The black is currently back-ordered (shipping in March) but is available in a blush pink (gorgeous!) and a white that would be perfect for a bachelorette party outfit. I purchased an XS because the Small was out-of-stock when I placed the order, and it did fit, but if I wanted to wear it on the shoulder or one shoulder up, I’d go for the size small. I am between sizes, it depends on the garment, and if that’s you I suggest ordering your bigger if available.

Vegan Leather High Rise Pant by Abercrombie & Fitch I borrowed these pants from a friend but have them in two other colors. I love them and now want a pair in the black. Comfortable, stylish, and on sale!

Black Velvet Heeled Boots* This pair is very similar to my boots, my boots are about five years old and they’re a go-to for me and a wardrobe staple.

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neuBROW Brow Serum | Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I’ve talked about how much I love the neuLASH by Skin Research Laboratories and I was so excited to try neuBROW and so was my daughter.

neoBROW Brow Serum

I was already applying neuLASH on my brows but neuBROW is the way if you want brow growth. Now, do I suddenly have gorgeous perfectly quaffed caterpillars on my face? No, but I have noticed new growth at the start of my brow where I usually fill in little hairs with a brow pen.

My routine is simple, at night after I finish the rest of my skincare routine I apply this to my brows and brush through with a spooli brush. I am really excited about this product!

What it does: The award-winning serum is formulated with proteins, peptides, essential oils and vitamins for fuller, healthier-looking natural brows. It is crafted with a science-backed combination of proteins, peptides and hydrating ingredients to promote fuller- and thicker-looking brows in just 4-6 weeks. Formulated with Dual-Weight Protein Complex® to add shine and flexibility, neuBROW pampers your brows with vitamin-fortified conditioning ingredients for bold, beautiful, more defined-looking brows. Gleaming in an elegantly redesigned, crystal-like container.

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Natural Whitening Toothpaste | Dr. Plotka’s Mouthwatchers Natural Whitening Toothpaste Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I did a post years ago on Dr. Plotka’s Mouthwaters Toothbrush and I was excited to try Dr. Plotka’s Mouthwatchers Natural Whitening Toothpaste.

Dr. Plotka’s Mouthwatchers Natural Whitening Toothpaste.

I really liked it. A little bit goes a long way and it foams up nicely. I like that the ingredients are natural and it is so nice for sensitive teeth. I plan to use Dr. Plotka’s Natural Whitening Toothpaste when I use teeth whitening kits instead of the other sensitivity toothpaste I’ve used in the


NATURAL TOOTHPASTE Sensitive teeth need sensitive care, and our toothpaste without fluoride is made in France, with mineral-rich Thermal Spring Water. Known for its soothing and relieving benefits, it can calm and alleviate oral irritations. Ideal for those with sensitive teeth and gums. Our all-natural toothpaste is Vegan, Non-GMO, SLS Free, and Paraben Free.
STAIN REMOVAL Dr Plotka’s stain removal toothpaste is the best whitening toothpaste, using no harsh chemicals to produce that bright smile! Silica and Hydroxyapatite re-mineralize the teeth, which lowers the risk of erosion and restores your teeth to their natural whiteness. Our custom formula contains No glycerin, No sugar, No artificial dyes, flavors, preservatives, or artificial binders.
REFRESHING MINT TOOTHPASTE Organic Mint gives your mouth and breath long lasting freshness. For the ultimate in natural, beneficial oral hygiene, pair with Dr Plotka’s toothbrushes! Our toothpaste is not only good for you, it’s good for the environment too – made of 100% naturally sourced ingredients, with fully recyclable eco-friendly packaging. USDA Certified Organic.
MOUTHWATCHERS was founded over 15 years ago by Dr. Ronald Plotka, DDS, a nationally renowned dentist with over 40 years of dentistry leadership. Dr. Plotka was determined to offer his patients the very best innovations in dental care. Mouthwatchers Manual Toothbrushes and Natural Toothpaste are the stunning result of Dr. Plotka’s breakthrough in oral hygiene.

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Makeup Revolution Contour Palette | Best Affordable Contour Palette

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I wear very minimal makeup most days, and I love having a grab-and-go palette that works for my contour, bronzer, highlight, and eye shadow. I’ve been using the Makeup Revolution Roxi Highlighter and Contour Palette for weeks and it is SO GOOD.

Makeup Revolution Roxi Highlighter and Contour Palette

My daughter dances competitively and we had the Makeup Revolution Roxi Highlighter and Contour Palette for her competitions last year, and after it sat virtually unused in my makeup drawers for months I pulled it out and I’ve been using it ever since. It’s fantastic because it has both warm and cool contour and bronzer shades and I’ve been using them along with the highlight shades as my eyeshadow. I love using my bronzer color in the crease of my eye for that seamless, even look. This palette is $15 on Amazon and I think it’s a great one for any makeup lover, or for anyone who needs a good contour palette that doubles for eye shadow. If you follow my Instagram you can see me daily and what my makeup looks like.

What’s your favorite affordable makeup item? I’d love to hear about it!

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My Favorite Wool Coat | Abercrombie Wool-Blend Dad Coat

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

A few weekends ago I was in Chicago with my mom and my youngest for his birthday. It was BITTER cold and “the Hulk” (Chicago wind) was living up to its name with a -28 degree windchill. I brought one coat to Chicago, the Abercrombie Dad Coat, and it kept me warm.

Abercrombie Wool-Blend Dad Coat

Do you have a good wool coat?

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How-To Fix a Snag In Your Clothes | Snag Nab-It |The Style Tool You Didn’t Know You Needed

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I recently shared the Snag Nab-It on my Instagram because I got a new pair of jeans for Christmas and they got a snag. I didn’t want to snip it with scissors because I was worried that they’d get a hole, so after some quick Googling I discovered this video and I was sold! I was able to repair the snag and I know this will be a useful tool for our business, Gumseat Productions, and at home. And it’s less than $5.

Snag Nab-It

Have you this tool? If you buy one, let me know!

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The BEST electric toothbrush ever | Oral B iO 7

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

My brother gave me the best Christmas gift ever, the best electric toothbrush ever the Oral B iO 7. I haven’t had an electric toothbrush in years and this is far and away the best electric toothbrush I’ve ever used.

Oral B iO 7

I love that the Oral B iO 7 toothbrush has an incredible app that coaches you (more pressure, reduce pressure, how much time in each area, when you have 100% coverage, etc). If you don’t use the app the toothbrush will vibrate every 30 seconds so that you move to a different area of your mouth.

Features:

  • You will receive 1 Oral-B iO Series 7 Sapphire Blue Alabaster Electric Toothbrush, 2 Oral-B iO Ultimate Clean Replacement Brush Heads, and a premium travel case
  • 5 Smart Modes for personalized brushing: Daily Clean, Whitening, Gum Care, Sensitive, and Intense
  • Interactive display for real-time coaching
  • AI recognizes your brushing style and guides you to better brushing every day
  • Compatible with Oral-B iO Replacement Brush Heads
  • Connects to the Oral-B app using Bluetooth to help you track your brushing habits

The Oral-B iO Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush combines powerful, but gentle micro-vibrations with Oral-B’s unique dentist-inspired round brush head design for a professional clean feeling every day. The Smart Pressure Sensor helps to keep you from brushing too hard to protect your gums and enamel. AI Recognition using an interactive display helps guide you to your best clean for all areas of the mouth. A 2-minute quadrant timer comes built-in that pulsates every 30 seconds, ensuring a complete clean.

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Angels and Tomboys Plant Based-Beauty For Tweens and Teens | Teen Girl Gift Guide

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Our daughter is 12 and getting more into her skincare, so when Angels and Tomboys reached out to see if I wanted to try a few products for review I was excited.

Angels and Tomboys was started by two teenage sisters and it featured plant-based ingredients and trendy packaging. The body butter is so thick and soft, that a little goes a long way, and when I tried a little I didn’t want to give the rest to my daughter (but I did). The body wash smells nice and my daughter was excited to have something of her own in the shower for bodywash beyond the usual shared family cleansers.

Fluffy Body Butter by Angels and Tomboys


Champion Body Wash by Angels and Tomboys

My daughter has loved these and it was fun seeing her so excited to use them.

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