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Nadine West Review | Is it worth it?

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you ever wondered how a clothing subscription box works? Nadine West offers an affordable-style subscription service.

I have shared my outfits from Nadine West for three years now on my blog (read the posts here). Nadine West sent me this box for my consideration for review but I was not paid to write this post and as always all opinions are my own.

Nadine West Unboxing

What is Nadine West?

NadineWest.com is a company that sends you an outfit to try on and you keep only what you love. The outfit is a surprise, but you take a style quiz and the stylists get to know your style more each month. The outfits are affordable with pieces costing about $10-$30 each, which is very affordable compared to other similar services.

How Does Nadine West Work? 

On the Nadine West website, you take the style quiz so that the stylist can get to know what you are looking for in an outfit. You will receive a pink package in the mail with your personalized outfit. Try on the outfit and keep what you love and send back what you don’t.

My Thoughts On Nadine West 

The style quiz was super easy to do, which was great because I wanted something that didn’t take too much time but I was still able to make notes to make sure the stylist knew my preferences. I really loved the surprise aspect of this, and it was like opening up a girly gift from a really stylish friend. I cannot stand having to return things, it is such a bummer, but I LOVE the way this company does it because your outfit comes with return shipping.

Nadine West Coupon Code 

Use the referral code “Nadine” on NadineWest.com (not an affiliate code for me, just sharing the one they currently have on their website) to waive your shipping fee which means you’ll get your outfit in the mail without paying anything!

Nadine West Unboxing

Unfortunately, I have been returning and donating a lot of my boxes lately. However, when I find a gem they’re often some of my favorite and most worn items. I will keep reviewing the boxes.

Nadine West Final Thoughts

I would love to get fewer pants and more sweaters in neutrals.

Have you tried any fashion boxes like this? Have you tried Nadine West? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

Have a wonderful rest of your week! Thank you for reading! xx

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Top Amazon Purchases of 2021 | Amazon Gifts Under $25

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you done your Spotify Wrapped 2021? I’ve listened to a lot of Taylor Swift, The Weekend, and The Beatles. That adds up. I thought, while we are in the spirit of sharing our top artists, I’d share my top Amazon purchases of 2021. These Amazon finds are my favorite and most-used, and all under $25.

Amazon Gifts Under $25

What are your favorite Amazon gifts and Amazon finds of 2021?

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The Best Drugstore Mascara | 2021

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I was looking for a new drugstore (to me) mascara to try, and I found an article where Kim Kardashian said that the L’Oreal Voluminous mascara was her favorite. I tried it and had to share this super short and sweet post to tell you that you NEED this mascara.

L’Oreal Voluminous Waterproof Mascara

This mascara volumizes and separates, and it is a nice and wet mascara, which I really enjoy and find helps to avoid flakey application, but do be careful when applying so you don’t get it on your skin (*Tip: If you do, just wait until it is dry and use a Q-Tip to dab it).

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Gift Guide For Men | Amazon Gift Ideas For Men 2021

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Men can be hard to shop for, but these Amazon gift guide for men picks will have you done with your shopping in no time. These Amazon Black Friday deals and Prime offers are affordable gifts for men.

Amazon Gift Ideas For Men Black Friday Amazon Deals

Echo Dot

Camping Lantern

Smart Wi-Fi Outlet

Amazon Fire Stick

Roomba (this price is bananas!)

Portable Massage Gun

23&Me

Nespresso Machine

Video Doorbell

Hydro Chiller

RayBan Sunglasses

Butane Kitchen Torch

Headlamp

What are your gift ideas for men? I would love to hear your suggestions in the comments!

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How-To Make a Hot Cocoa Bar | DIY Gift Idea

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

For the past several years I have been making a DIY Hot Cocoa Bar and a personal friend asked me to share what I use for my hot cocoa bar, so today I am going to share how to make a hot cocoa bar. This hot cocoa bar is also a great DIY Christmas gift idea that would be perfect as a Christmas gift basket.

How To Make a Hot Cocoa Bar

I slowly collected things over time, mostly from the Target Bullseye Playground (a.k.a Dollar Spot) but will link as many items as possible below.

Hobby Lobby Items:

Tier Tray (but linking from Amazon for a great price!)

Gingerbread galvanized signs

“Hot cocoa box”

“Hot chocolate” sign

“Cuddle in a cup” sign

Hot cocoa spoons

Santa espresso cups

Target Items:

“Hot cocoa” sign

“Cookie house” cookie jar

“Believe” ornament

Tea towels/Decorative towels

Gingerbread mug

Mrs. Claus ceramic trivet

“Mrs. Claus” ornament

“Mrs. Claus Bakery” ornament

Paper straws

TJ Maxx Items:

Santa bowl

“Gingerbread” cookie jar

Walmart Items:

Sugar canister

Gingerbread measuring spoons

Gingerbread measuring cups

“Cocoa” canister

Gingerbread house candy jar

Cocoa mixes, syrups, Cocoa Hershey Kisses, K-Cups, and Marshmallows

Dollar Tree Items:

Peppermint edible spoons

Family Fare Items:

Holiday tea

Meijer Items:

Holiday mini whisk

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Just Fab Block Heel Pump | The Perfect Holiday Heel

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I needed a pair of black pumps with a block heel, and because I had a credit at Just Fab I started there. I purchased these heels for a costume, but I am so thrilled and I have already lined them up for several of my looks for the upcoming holiday season.

Block Heel Pump

These heels are so comfortable, and even have a bit of cushioned arch support, and the thick 3 1/2 inch block heel makes them easier to walk in. I wish they had them in more colors!

My feelings on Just Fab are sometimes a love/hate. The shoes are SO cute, my favorites are the boots, and I typically have great luck with fit and comfort. I set up reminders on my phone, and *almost* always remember to skip the month, so I end up purchasing only about 4 times each year. I do get frustrated when I have a credit for months I forget to skip and get charged (valued at $39) and can’t use it towards more expensive items or use it for a less expensive item. I have noticed lately that the shoes I like are either $10 more or less than that value. I won’t sugarcoat it, that is annoying.

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Daphne Block Heel Pump (my shoes)

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Cute and Affordable Chelsea Boots | Just Fab

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have been a fan of Chelsea boots for years, in fact here is a post from three years ago about them. I think they’re super cute, and THE BEST PART? I can slip them! No lacing or buckling is required and when I’m rushing out the door or want to run outside with my kids, I can do so easily. I’m not alone here, am I?

Vernetta Chelsea Boots

I needed to spend a credit with Just Fab which I’ve been upfront about my thoughts: “It’s sometimes a love/hate. The shoes are SO cute, my favorites are the boots, and I typically have great luck with fit and comfort. I set up reminders on my phone, and *almost* always remember to skip the month, so I end up purchasing only about 4 times each year. I do get frustrated when I have a credit for months I forget to skip and get charged (valued at $39) and can’t use it towards more expensive items or use it for a less expensive item. I have noticed lately that the shoes I like are either $10 more or less than that value. I won’t sugarcoat it, that is annoying.

UPDATE: I love these boots so much. However, they did get a scrap that peeled off a small 1/2 inch spot with pretty minimal wear. Great boots, go with everything, but that is something worth noting.

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How-To Wear a Sweater Vest | 3 Ways to Wear the Sweater Vest Trend

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

One of the trends in 2021 that I saw a bit in the spring and is now EVERYWHERE this fall is the sweater vest. Today I want to share three easy ways to wear a sweater vest.

How-To Wear a Sweater Vest

  1. Wear a sweater vest alone as a sleeveless top

2. Wear a sweater vest over a long sleeve button down

3. Wear a sweater vest over a t-shirt

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My sweater vest

I am OBSESSED with this one:

Super cute and classic:

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10 Minute Makeup | What I’m really using 2021

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I have talked a lot the past couple of years about how I wear very minimal makeup [for me, anyway, it’s all relative isn’t it?] especially compared to the 2016 heyday when I knew every palette release and bought an entire line of lipsticks. Today I want to share the products I’m really wearing on a day-to-day basis and apply in about 10 minutes flat at 6 a.m before the kids are at my heels.

10 Minute Makeup | What I’m really using

Primer- Monistat Care Chafing Relief Powder Gel

Under Eye Concealer- Maybelline Age Rewind Eraser in Brightener

Under Eye Concealer-Wet n’ Wild Mega Last Incognito in Fair

Face Concealer- Wet n’ Wild Mega Last Incognito in Light Beige

Loose Power – Airspun in Translucent Extra Coverage

Bronzer/Contour/Blush/Light light/Eye Shadow -Physicians Formula- All-Star Face Palette

Brows-L’Oreal Micro Ink Pen in Light Brunette

Liner- Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Mad Max Brown

Lashes- Maybelline Falsies Lash Lift Waterproof in Very Black

Lips- Balm or a Sephora Collection Lipstick

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Nadine West Outfit Subscription Box

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Hi there! Happy Monday! I hope you are enjoying a day off today in the U.S for Labor Day (or, at least, holiday $!)

Have you ever wondered how a clothing subscription box works? Nadine West offers an affordable-style subscription service.

I have shared my outfits from Nadine West for three years now on my blog (read the posts here). Nadine West sent me this box for my consideration for review but I was not paid to write this post and as always all opinions are my own.

Nadine West Unboxing

What is Nadine West?

NadineWest.com is a company that sends you an outfit to try on and you keep only what you love. The outfit is a surprise, but you take a style quiz and the stylists get to know your style more each month. The outfits are affordable with pieces costing about $10-$30 each, which is very affordable compared to other similar services.

How Does Nadine West Work? 

On the Nadine West website, you take the style quiz so that the stylist can get to know what you are looking for in an outfit. You will receive a pink package in the mail with your personalized outfit. Try on the outfit and keep what you love and send back what you don’t.

My Thoughts On Nadine West 

The style quiz was super easy to do, which was great because I wanted something that didn’t take too much time but I was still able to make notes to make sure the stylist knew my preferences. I really loved the surprise aspect of this, and it was like opening up a girly gift from a really stylish friend. I cannot stand having to return things, it is such a bummer, but I LOVE the way this company does it because your outfit comes with return shipping.

Nadine West Coupon Code 

Use the referral code “Nadine” on NadineWest.com (not an affiliate code for me, just sharing the one they currently have on their website) to waive your shipping fee which means you’ll get your outfit in the mail without paying anything!

Nadine West Unboxing

This wasn’t a great month for me. I do love the front of this tank, but I am not a fan of most lace like this. It feels cheap to me, and while it looks pretty I just can’t get past it. The necklace I am wearing is a beautiful Nadine West piece I wear often.

Nadine West Final Thoughts

Have you tried any fashion boxes like this? Have you tried Nadine West? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

Have a wonderful rest of your week! Thank you for reading! xx

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