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NADINE WEST REVIEW | IS IT WORTH IT?

February 10, 2020 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

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

Before we dig in, a little housekeeping, I now offer social media coaching as well as social media management.

I have shared my outfits from Nadine West for two 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.

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 month was a BIG hit for me! I loved all three pieces of jewelry: A delicate t style necklace with two small gold bars hanging vertically, a pair of clear and blue rhinestone stud earrings set in gold metal, and a gold a pearl cuff bracelet. I also got a navy t-shirt dress that will be perfect in the summer for an easy, comfortable look. I think a simple dress with great sneakers will be a go-to look for me this summer. I received a navy and white striped v-neck that is a great basic piece for me, and think it will be a great transition piece paired with white bottoms as we enter spring and then summer. My favorite item this month was a pair of high-waisted black pants with white pinstripes and a beautiful bow at the waist.

Nadine West Final Thoughts

I love getting my Nadine West box each month! Most months I get a few things that I love, but I do wish that there was a simple form to update style preferences or check-in each month to see what I’d like to find in my box. I hope that I will continue to get neutral pieces that fit my style and delicate jewelry that works with my sense of style. I would love to see some simple, neutral-colored maxi dresses for spring, too. I would rather receive two or three nicer items than a lot of pieces that aren’t as nice of quality.

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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Pom-Pom Sweater Trend

January 27, 2020 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have been seeing the pom-pom sweater tread on Instagram for the past year and I finally jumped on the bandwagon after I had a Just Fab credit that I wanted to use.

Pom-Pom Sweater by Just Fab

I am a big fan of shoes (boots especially) from Just Fab but this is the first time ordering any clothing and I was pretty nervous. I purchase affordable, but if the quality isn’t there or it looks and feels cheap, I won’t wear it. I have been pleasantly surprised by the quality! I will now be sure to check out the clothing when I have a Just Fab credit (I usually am good about skipping the months, but I forget about twice a year). The sweater I got is sold out but I found a lot of similar ones that I will link.

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Nadine West Unboxing | Affordable Outfit Subscription Box

January 20, 2020 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

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

Before we dig in, a little housekeeping, I now offer social media coaching as well as social media management.

What is Nadine West?

How Does Nadine West Work?

My Thoughts On Nadine West

Nadine West Coupon Code

Nadine West Unboxing

I know that the crisscross style on the top of shirts and dresses is popular, but it just isn’t for me. I think they often look great on others, but it isn’t a look I like on myself. I also don’t like cold shoulder tops anymore. So, because of that, three of the items I got in my box were immediately no-gos for me. I will say that I really love the colors of these tops and Nadine West has done a great job listening to me lately and giving me neutral colors that I love. I got a pair of thick dress pant style leggings that I love because I will be able to wear them when I want to wear leggings but still look a bit more dressy or put together. I got a pair of gold circle stud earrings that aren’t shown, but I love them because stud earrings are my everyday jewelry uniform.

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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THE BEST WINTER COAT FOR $60! | Women’s Artic Parker – Universal Threads Target

January 13, 2020 & Leave a Comment

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I think sometimes my most used products and my most functional items don’t get the love they deserve on here. A coat that I bought this season and is still available online needs to be brought to your attention because it’s the cost per wear has already gone below $1.

Women’s Artic Parker – Universal Threads Target

I was at Target with my mom in October, tried this on, and we both LOVED it, but because we already had a cart full of stuff I put it back. I couldn’t stop thinking about it and neither could my mom, so she went and found it at her local Target (she really is the best!). I love this jacket because of the long line (it fully covers my bum and I am 5’7) and it isn’t bulky but still keeps me warm on most midwest winter days. I do still reach for my North Face Parka when it’s below zero, but typical errands, outdoors for shorter periods of time when it’s 50-15 degrees Fahrenheit. The waist can be sinched in, which is nice, though I don’t find myself using that often. I LOVE the deep pockets, they’re functional to keep my hands warm, and easily hold a small wallet, keys, my phone, gloves, and whatever other random things my Little Loves hand me. The hood is removable and has a pretty faux fur trim and incredibly soft brown fuzzy lining in the hood. The coat has over 80 reviews, almost all of them 5 Stars and is also available in Gray, Black, and Olive. I would guess that over the past 90 days I have worn this jacket 75 of those days. It is so good!

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Where do you purchase your winter coats? Let me know in the comments! Have a wonderful week! xx

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NADINE WEST UNBOXING AND REVIEW

December 23, 2019 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

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

Before we dig in, a little housekeeping, my course BOUNDARY SETTING FOR ENTREPRENEURS is ON SALE for 50% off! Get it before the price goes up in 2020!

I have shared my outfits from Nadine West for well over a year 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.

What is Nadine West?

How Does Nadine West Work?

My Thoughts On Nadine West

Nadine West Coupon Code

Nadine West Unboxing

I was underwhelmed when I first dug into my box, but I ended up finding some incredible basics that I really love. I have been conscious over the past couple of years to buy things that are neutral and fit into my capsule wardrobe, so these basics will get a lot of use. I got a stunning gold chain necklace with a simple pearl that is very much my style, and I adore how delicate it is. A pair of linen material ankle pants with a tie waist will be used a lot in the spring and summer, and I love the way they look with a tee and a pair of loafers or sneakers. I also got a pair of black and white plaid pants, and they are the most comfortable, legging-like, buttery soft pant, but they’re dressy! WIN! I got a tee shirt dress with pockets in a rust color that will be so comfortable in the summer with a pair of white sneakers. I also got a simple burgundy v neck tee that I love for this time of year. I am such a black, brown, tan, gray, white, cream, navy…a.k.a neutral-toned gal, but I will wear some colors if they’re solids ; )

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! MERRY CHRISTMAS if you celebrate! Thank you for reading! xx

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OGX Nourishing Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist | Review

December 16, 2019 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

As I’ve been getting ready for various events this holiday season (but no office party, entrepreneur probz) I thought that one product I reach for nearly every time I style my hair, deserved its own blog post: OGX Nourishing Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist.

OGX Nourishing Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist

Described on a website of a blend of lightweight coconut oil to nourish strands along with hydrating bamboo extract for softer hair. An infusion of lightweight coconut oil to nourish strands along with hydrating bamboo extract that adds shine and touchable softness

Directions For Use

Apply OGX Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist generously to clean towel-dried hair and style as desired. It can also be applied to dry hair to tame fly-a-ways and add shine throughout your day.

My Thoughts

I use the OGX Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist is a very simple way, so without any fluff, here is it: I spray this on dry hair at the lower 1/3 of my hair, focusing on the ends. I love this product because it takes any split ends or dry ends and makes them look so much better after curling. It completely hides dry ends, and it is the must-do finishing touch for me. I do like the added shine, but I am careful to only use a bit so that my hair doesn’t appear oily.

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Tarte Knockout Tingle Treatment Toner | Worth the Hype?

December 9, 2019 & Leave a Comment

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If you pay attention to beauty-hype, you’ve probably heard about AHA a lot in the past couple of years, but what is it? AHA stands for alpha hydroxy acids, and they are a class of chemical compounds that are made up of a carboxylic acid substituted with a hydroxyl group on the adjacent carbon… Yeah, that. They may be naturally occurring or synthetic. I had heard amazing things about Knockout by Tarte and decided to try it out in place of my regular evening toner. I waited to do this post for MONTHS so I could give you a full review.

About Tarte Knockout Tingle Treatment Toner

A vegan, skin-tingling toner treatment that acts as a complexion workout in a bottle to help resurface your skin and balance its pH.

Main Ingredients
– Water: Delivers and retains the skin’s natural moisture.
– Salicylic and Lactic Acids: Gently exfoliate, support cell renewal, and clear skin.
– Sulfur, Niacinamide, and Glycerin: Improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles, pores, and redness.

Knockout Tingling Treatment transforms your skin while you sleep with a 10 percent acid complex. It helps minimize the appearance of pores and control oil with salicylic and lactic acids while working to clarify, soothe, and hydrate with sulfur, niacinamide, and glycerin.

My Thoughts

Reading some of the reviews I noticed people mentioned tingling and highlighted the vinegar scent. I had already been using the Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution by The Ordinary without irritation, so I was not nervous to bump up to a slightly more intense version. I usually roll my eyes when people notice a difference “immediately” but this was a product where I felt like my skin looked better the next morning. When using this I am careful to be sure I do don’t slack with my moisturizing, and I am already religious 365 about my S.P.F. After using this my pores, and I’ve got large pores that get clogged, a lot, look so much smaller and so much more clear. My skin is baby soft, and it has made the overall tone and texture of my skin a ton better. I still get the occasional breakout, but as a whole, my skin looks better and I require less foundation/a little foundation because of this product. I will continue to use this product, and because a little goes a long way it lasts a long time and is worth the price. I do wish the bottle was clear so could see how much I had left (the shake method isn’t that accurate for me!). I purchase my Tarte Knockout Toner at Sephora and try to snag a couple during the VIB sales.

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Drunk Elephant Gift Guide 2019

November 18, 2019 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Over the past few years, I have transitioned from spending the bulk of my beauty money on makeup and the latest palettes to investing in skincare. I have spoken before about how much I enjoy Sunday Riley and Drunk Elephant, but if the prices stop you before you even explore the brand, you aren’t alone! I am right there with you! I love the holiday kits for these brands because it gave me an affordable way to dip my toe in but come with large enough sizes that I can have time to see if the product is worth the splurge to me.

Drunk Elephant Precious Cargo

This kit stood out to me immediately because people LOVE Sukari BabyFacial (a 25% AHA + 2% BHA Mask) and this kit comes with four deluxe size samples in addition to the BabyFacial for only $8 more. I do not have this kit, but Santa if you’re ready this, I would be thrilled ; )

This Set Contains:
– 1.69 oz/ 50 mL T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial™ 25% AHA + 2% BHA Mask
– 0.1 oz/ 3 mL Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil
– 0.16 oz/ 5 mL Shaba Complex™ Firming Eye Serum
– 0.5 oz/ 15 mL Lala Retro™ Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides
– 1 oz/ 30 mL Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser

Drunk Elephant Shelf Control

I love this set because it is beautifully packaged and it takes the guesswork out of a nighttime skincare routine. This would be a WOW! factor gift for anyone on your list who appreciates high-end beauty and skincare. I also have LOVED the T.L.C Framboos Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum and this is a great way to try that along with four other products for just $8 more.

This Set Contains:
– 1 oz/ 30 mL T.L.C. Framboos™ Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum
– 0.27 oz/ 8 mL Virgin Marula Antioxidant Face Oil
– 0.5 oz/ 15 mL Lala Retro™ Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides
– 1 oz/ 30 mL Beste™ No. 9 Jelly Cleanser
– 0.16 oz/ 5 mL C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream

Drunk Elephant NightBright

I love this set because it makes a brand like Drunk Elephant accessible to people (myself included!) who otherwise would hesitate because of the high price-point. This is substantial enough to be a standalone gift, but it would also be a wonderful stocking stuffer or as part of a curated gift basket. I have purchased this and will purchase it again.

– 0.27 oz/ 8 mL T.L.C. Framboos™ Glycolic Night Serum
– 0.27 oz/ 8 mL Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil

Have you tried anything from Drunk Elephant? Will you be snagging any of these for yourself or another person on your list?

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Turban Knot Headband | How-To Wear It

October 28, 2019 & Leave a Comment

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A trend that I’ve seen on the pages of Harper’s Bazaar, on the runways, and (the most relatable and attainable of them all) on the tables of my local Target.

How-To Wear Turban Headbands

The turban-style headband or turband (get it?) reminds me of the 1960’s images of Elizabeth Taylor in the 1960s. I opted to pick a neutral camel colored velvet headband to ease myself into the style, but I had so much fun and felt so chic in this, I’d like to add a few more of the gorgeous jewel tone styles to my fall and winter wardrobe. I would suggest starting with a smaller knot, like the one in my photo, and a neutral color. I received a lot of compliments, and it is a great “third piece” to add to any outfit.

Why I Love Turban Headbands

Because I prefer to dress in a “capsule” wardrobe (if you’d like me to do a post on my capsule wardrobe let me know in the comments) I appreciate on-trend pieces like a headband that I can add to the staples I reach for daily. I love that this style is accessible to everyone without a big investment, with headbands starting at less than $10 each.

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LUMIFY Redness Relief Eye Drops Review | Are they better than other redness drops?

October 21, 2019 & Leave a Comment

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I never suffered from red eyes terribly, but a few years ago I started using redness relief eye drops before special events or pictures to make the whites of my eyes POP. So, when I saw LUMIFY ads interrupting episode after episode of my Netflix-Binge nights, I decided to give it a try when I saw it on sale at my local drugstore.

LUMIFY Redness Relief Eye Drops

LUMIFY starts working in 60 seconds and lasts up to 8 hours. Lumify contains no bleach or dyes and is an FDA approved formulation. LUMIFY works by selectively targeting redness, alleviating some of the risks associated with other redness relievers, including rebound
redness, and loss of efficacy over time.

My Thoughts

I love how well this works! The difference, even on days when I don’t think my eyes look “that bad” is astounding. My mom tried is, and she is now hooked as well. I do not wear glasses or contacts and my mother wears glasses. I find that this works better than regular redness-reducing drops and definitely lasts way longer. I do not use these every day, but I use them whenever I have an event, meeting, know that I’ll have my picture taken, or when I look extra tired. I will definitely continue to purchase and use LUMIFY Redness Relief Eye Drops. I think that these are worth the few extra dollars over other redness relief drops because of the longer-lasting results and the whites of the eye are brighter with these than traditional redness relief drops like Visine.