You guys know I’m a loyal Biossance user (you can read my full review here) but I’m also a skincare junkie and love to try out ALL the products. I’m also always on the hunt for clean skincare products that deliver results. This had led me to cash in my Sephora points over the years for Drunk Elephant samples so… View Post
Everlane Favorites: My Most Worn Items
One of my goals for 2021 is to help you make more informed and intentional purchases. My hope is that we only buy things we love as to avoid overconsumption and excess. I figured a good way to do that would be to share the items I wear the most in my closet! I’ve been buying from Everlane for YEARS… View Post
Easy Ways to Be Less Wasteful and More Eco-Friendly!
*Originally published in 2020. Updated for 2021! (Scroll to the bottom to see what eco-friendly practices I successfully implemented in 2020!) I’m not one to make New Year’s Resolutions because I NEVER keep them. But there’s one area of my life that I’ve been wanting to make an update to and that’s reducing the amount of waste I produce in… View Post
Winter Skincare Routine for Dry Skin Featuring Clean Skincare Products
Lately, I’ve noticed that my skin is extremely dry. I thought maybe I wouldn’t have to deal with dry skin this winter because I live in California and it doesn’t get cold here – but I was wrong! The air is still dry and it’s having an effect on my skin! The past few weeks I started to notice some… View Post
Lounge in Luxury with Washable Silk Pajamas from Lunya
*Pieces gifted in collaboration with Lunya We’ve all been spending more time in our pajamas and loungewear this year (at least I have!) so why not lounge in luxury? I first noticed Lunya last year around the holidays and fell in love with their washable silk pajama sets. I immediately put their pj’s on my wishlist! Fast forward to this… View Post
A French Girl Holiday Outfit Featuring Sézane
I know that most of us are staying in this holiday but that doesn’t mean that I’m going to forget about my holiday wardrobe! I actually bought this skirt last holiday when I was pregnant with the hopes that I’d eventually be able to fit in it! I’m happy to report that a year later I can finally squeeeze into… View Post
The Green Floral Prairie Dress of My Dreams from Christy Dawn
I’ve been a fan of Christy Dawn for a couple years now but never bit the bullet and purchased anything. But that all changed over Black Friday when I took advantage of their 30% off sale! I fell in love with this gorgeous green, floral prairie dress and had to add it to my cart. It’s not technically called a… View Post
Mott + Bow Denim Review
I’ve had to replace all of my denim recently because I no longer fit in them! I’m 11 months postpartum so I’m still a little bigger than my usual size. Thankfully, Mott + Bow asked me if I wanted to try out a pair of their denim so I was able to pick something out in me new size! Mott… View Post
A Long Camel Coat + Fall Colors Outfit
I LOVE fall coats but sadly, it hardly ever gets cold enough in California to wear them. That doesn’t stop me from buying them though! I picked up this long camel coat from & Other Stories last year when it was on major sale and I’m so glad I did! It really is a closet staple that will go with… View Post
DÔEN Fall Floral Top Review with Everlane Straight Leg Pants
I have a weakness for fall floral prints and DÔEN always gets it right. I recently posted about another floral DÔEN top, which I love, but the dark floral print on this Plum Top might be my favorite. I paired it with my Everlane Straight Leg pants to complement the fall colors in the blouse and I think it’s the… View Post
A Structured Shoulder Sweater with Mom Jeans
I’ve been obsessed with NAADAM ever since I tried out their lightweight cashmere dresses so I was really excited to add one of their sweaters to my collection. What drew me to this sweater was the structured shoulder. I think it’s a really cool update to the classic cable knit. Structured Shoulder Sweater This sweater is 90% wool and 10%… View Post
Small Businesses and Black-Owned Businesses to Shop
Now more than ever, it’s important to support small businesses! I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite small businesses and more specifically, Black-Owned small businesses to shop this holiday. (P.S. There’s still a lot of small businesses listed in my original Black Friday Post). Sometimes it’s impossible for small businesses to give discounts but as you’ll see below,… View Post
My Favorite Black Friday + Cyber Week Sales
The sales have started early this year which is why this post is going up today! It’s time to finish up your holiday shopping and get the best deals from your favorite brands! My Black Friday + Cyber Week post contains all the deals from my favorite brands, affiliate partners, and brands I’ve been wanting to buy from. This list… View Post
Schoolgirl Chic: A Houndstooth Mini Skirt and Cashmere Sweater
My school days may be over but this outfit has me feeling like I should be heading off to University in the fall! There’s just something about a houndstooth mini skirt that makes me think of schoolgirl uniforms. Hopefully, I’ve managed to elevate the schoolgirl look for my age but I’ll let you be the judge of that! Schoolgirl Chic… View Post
Easy DIY Cinnamon Stick Tea Light Candle Holder
There’s something about the holidays that gets me in a crafty mood! I think it’s so fun to put on some Christmas music, grab a festive drink, and get to crafting! I first saw this easy DIY HERE and thought it would be the perfect project for me because I love Oui Yogurt and I’m down for any excuse to… View Post
Naadam Dress Review: A Lightweight Sweater Dress for Fall
I’m a huge fan of NAADAM pieces and I’ve mentioned them many times on the blog already. I swear by their lightweight tank dresses in the summer (which I’ve worn 9 months pregnant AND when I’m not pregnant). So I was excited to add this long sleeve version to my closet! NAADAM Dress Review Material This dress is a blend… View Post
Holiday Outfit Ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas
Even though holiday celebrations might look a little different this year, I still think that we need to dress for the occasion! I’m kind of an expert at this because most years I don’t have any parties to go. Most of the time I end up celebrating at home but I still dress up. It’s an instant mood booster and… View Post
DIY Dried Stovetop Potpourri for Holiday Gifts
I’m continuing with my crafty Christmas DIY’s and today I’m bringing you a DIY Stovetop Potpourri idea! I didn’t know what stovetop potpourri was until I was researching for this recipe but it’s either dried or fresh fruits/herbs/spices that you simmer in a pot on the stove. It will have your house smelling like Christmas all day! I just tried… View Post
Self-Care Gift Guide: Treat Yourself This Holiday Season
*This post is sponsored by ThirdLove. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting brands that support this blog! I think that we can all agree that this year has been…challenging, to say the least. I think women especially have had a lot on their plate this year with having to deal with taking care of their families at home… View Post
Holiday Crostini Recipes: Cranberry Brie Crostini and Roasted Tomato + Pesto Crostini
If you are looking for easy appetizer ideas for the holidays then I’ve got you covered! These crostini recipes only take a couple of minutes to put together and they taste AMAZING. The only difficult part is not eating them all before the guests arrive. Now, I know that holiday gatherings might be smaller and more laid back this year… View Post
$50 and Under Gift Guide for Men and Women
When I did a poll on Instagram the other day, most of you wanted to see a gift guide with options around $50. So I’ve rounded up more of my favorite things $50 and under! I have some of these items already and everything else are things I’d love to receive! A lot of these items are unisex and would… View Post