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THE *BEST* BODY SPRAY EVER? | ARIANA GRANDE CLOUD

August 29, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have heard that Cloud by Ariana Grande is a dupe for Baccarat Rouge 540, the iconic and incredibly expensive perfume that has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. I do not own Baccarat Rouge 540 but knowing that Cloud by Ariana Grande was considered to be a dupe made me excited to try the Ariana Grande Cloud body spray.

I wanted a bodyspray because I enjoy having a body spray to spritz on myself when I want a very light fragrance or in the evenings (especially after sunless tanning) when I want to smell and feel nice but don’t want my everyday perfume fragrance. I will say this body spray does fade quickly, but for my needs, this still works. My husband LOVES this scent, and I think I’ll end up getting the perfume. The base notes are musky and woodsy and the softer notes are sweet and vanilla.

Do you use body sprays? Let me know your favorites!

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How-To Look Pulled Together as a Mom

August 1, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

As a mom, you have to go from soccer camp to a meeting to (if you’re lucky) girls’ night and back home to make dinner and it can be hard to look pulled together since all of these things require a different wardrobe. Today I want to share my best tips for looking like I have it together as a mom, even when I don’t.

Create a Capsule Wardrobe

I started dressing in neutrals several years ago, and have been working overtime to be more conscious about what I’m buying. I began by grabbing things from Target and H&M, places I still love especially for basics, and now try to buy investment pieces as sustainably as possible. Having a capsule wardrobe means almost everything I have matches.

Plan Your Outfit the Night Before

I know, you’ve heard this before but it’s a GAMECHANGER! Each evening I think about what I’ll be doing the next day, what the weather is, and set out all of the clothes the night before. And I mean everything, including undergarments and socks. If I’m running I set out my running gear, and whatever outfit I’ll wear. If I need to change midday, I’ll grab those items too.

Add a “Third Piece”

A shirt and jeans are clothes, but toss on a hat or a great blazer and you’ve got an outfit.

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My FAVORITE Blazer

Gorgeous Wool Hat

Steve Madden Bootie

Do you have a go-to style? Or a wardrobe piece that is a can’t-miss?

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Ponytail-Friendly Sunhat Visor -Amazon Find

July 25, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I love a hat, and a summer straw hat, but when I’m at the beach or the pool I want to be able to have my hair up AND have my face covered by a cute hat. I found this woven sun visor that rolls up and is less than $20 and is available in tons of colors and I’m telling you, it’s a MUST HAVE.

Ponytail-Friendly Sunhat Visor

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The BEST Light Coverage Brightening Concealer | elf Flawless Brightening Concealer

July 18, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

It’s summer and I am wearing very little makeup. I’ve switched up my concealer to the elf Flawless Brightening Concealer.

elf Flawless Brightening Concealer

About the Product

  • Hyaluronic Acid – helps provide hydration by locking in moisture and reducing water loss resulting in a plumped up, bouncy complexion.
  • Vitamin C – Antioxidant that helps brighten and rejuvenate the skin.

Luminosity is a click away! Create a brightened, flawless complexion with a flick of a pen. Use this buildable, brightening concealer to highlight all over your face. This luxurious but lightweight formula brightens and highlights your key features. Infused with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C, this formula works to conceal uneven skin tones.

All e.l.f. products are free from phthalates, parabens, nonylphenol ethoxylates, triclosan, triclocarban, and hydroquinone. All skincare is also free from sulfates.

My Thoughts

I love the clickable pen and I love that it isn’t thick or heavy for summer. I put it where I have undereye darkness and a bit on the outside corners of my eye. I use a brush to pat the concealer in and then like to set it with a pink powder. I wear Fair 10C

Have you tried this concealer?

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My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Picks | N Sale 2022

July 11, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

The Norstrom Anniversary Sale 2022 is going on now (depending on your tier) and I’ve never shopped it before. Today I want to share a few of the items I am loving, and this isn’t a list of all the amazing things (there are incredible fashion influencers doing that so so well) but a list of some of the items that are actually on my wishlist. I won’t buy all of these, but hopefully, when my tier opens I can snag at least one.

My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Wishlist

Steve Madden Booties

PURA

Fendi Sunglasses

Free People Sweater

Dagne Dover Bag

Nordstrom Blanket

*NOTE* Some of these items are currently sold out but they do re-stock as the different tiers open.

Public access is July 15-31st. Early access ends July 14th.

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Arched Mirror | Amazon Find

June 27, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have an office. This is huge. And I have to decorate it. I started with an arched mirror. I LOVE the anthropology mirror [me and apparently, everyone else, maybe I’ll get over it before we buy our next home] but for my office at our Gumseat Productions shop, I knew it was time for a mirror. Let me explain.

I create social media content for a living, and I’m taking a larger role in our screen printing and embroidery business, so having a large mirror that I can use to film reels for social media tips, fashion styling, and business content. I didn’t want to spend a lot but wanted something that looked nice and would function well. I read alllllllll the reviews on affordable arched mirrors and I am so happy with what I ended up with.

Amazon Arched Gold Full Length Mirror

I love that this mirror is full length, can be mounted (has D rings), or stands very well with the folding stand that has an anti-slip mat.

Do you have a full-length mirror? What’s your home decor style?

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How-To Wear a Jumpsuit | Jumpsuit Styling

June 20, 2022 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am currently in the chaos of our move and I wore a jumpsuit the other day because most things are in boxes scattered all over our new bedroom floor and it was easy to grab a one-piece and toss it on. I received multiple compliments on it, which was nice especially because I felt anything but put together.

How-To Wear a Jumpsuit | Jumpsuit Styling

Jumpsuits are wonderful because they can be dressed up or down. I wear the same jumpsuits with casual sandals, heels, and sneakers. I will link a few of my favorites below!

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Olive Heartloom Jumpsuit (similar to mine, mine is also Heartloom)

Black Lulus Wideleg Jumpsuit

Brown Abercrombie Jumpsuit (I have this and love it)

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We moved…saying goodbye to our house

June 13, 2022 & Leave a Comment

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

June 6, 2022 & 1 Comment

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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Towel Terrycloth Summer | Summer 2022 Trends

May 23, 2022 & Leave a Comment

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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