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The Truth Behind | Fashion Hauls

June 26, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Magazines, Pinterest, YouTube, and even the various people we cross paths with on the street spark inspiration for new trends, different styles and all things fashion. Recently, it has been brought to my attention that several famous youtubers and social media gurus spoke up about the fact that they buy items simply to use them as content. Fashion hauls are a huge part of this massive consumer issue of want, want, NEED. Titles such as “spending too much at Target” or “massive summer hauls” draw in a large crowd but why?

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Tool Roll DIY | Easy

June 12, 2019January 28, 2020D.I.Y.sLeave a Comment

Yes, I’m going to be completely stereotypical for this Father’s Day D.I.Y. only because this is something mine would actually use. No matter if you make this for dad or for yourself, it is very affordable. I came across this idea when I was searching for a tool roll store after store and kept coming out empty handed.

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Costco Clothing |Review & Haul

June 8, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Recently, I have been obsessed with shopping the clothing section at Costco. The deals are unbelievable but what about the quality overall? Whenever you shop no matter what the price tag says, there are a few things to check to make sure the tag matches the item’s quality worth. The type of material, origin it was made in, stitching and dying process all contribute to the actual garment’s quality rather than just paying for the brand itself.

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Easy Curly Hair Hairstyles

June 1, 2019January 28, 2020Beauty Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

As a member of the curly hair club I wanted to share with you five trendy hairstyles. These will all work no matter what your hair type is however, I am trying them all out on my natural curly hair. All of these styles were experimented on day two hair. Dirty hair is easier to work with than day one when it comes to styling at least. All of these looks are practical since each one keeps your hair out of your face while still being effortlessly on trend.

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Swimwear 2019 |Trends Cheap VS. Expensive

May 22, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Trends in swimwear go across the board from expensive to cheaper alternatives. When clothing is more expensive it does not mean that it is higher quality. Some of these dups are better then their counter parts so keep that in mind when shopping this season.

The Two Parter

One of my favorite trends this year is this two part swimsuit or bikini suspenders? Its unique flare adds something extra to this season’s selection. I would much rather add the yellow set to my collection. Plus it is not really two parts, it just looks that way. The lines are horizontal but since they vary in size it still has a sliming effect. In addition the color’s contrast which is a fun effect. On the right side the diamond swimsuit is cool but lacks vibrancy and a shape aid.

Aerie ~ Layered One Piece: $32.97

Free People ~ Charlie Bikini Top 2: $135 + Charlie Jumper 2: $180 = $315

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Curly Hair Transformation | Easy & Affordable

April 27, 2019January 28, 2020Beauty Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Time to confess, my hair had not been cut in over eight months, which means it was only two months’ overdue right? How often do you cut your hair? For the last couple of years whenever I go for a haircut my intention is for more than a little trim. This time I did something I have never done before, a three-inch haircut with a natural hairstyling. Any other time I would have my hairdresser blow dry and straighten or even curl my naturally curly hair. As I am trying to embrace more of my natural roots I wanted to see what magic my hairdresser could do. For some reason she always amazes me with how well and fast she styles my hair.

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Avengers Endgame Premiere Lookbook

April 24, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

What a bitter sweet weekend coming up, augh!! The very last Avengers movie, I can not honestly believe the series will be over. To celebrate the finale I decided to make it extra special with a full on outfit and makeup inspired look. Lucky my sister is a bigger nerd than I am with Avenger movies so these were already in her shopping cart before coming up with this idea. As I am not as diehard of a fan as my sister, I will most likely be wearing one of the shirts or sweatshirts for the premiere.

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Does Makeup Expire?

March 9, 2019January 28, 2020Beauty Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Simply put yes, it absolutely does. Similar to certain food products makeup has a sell by date rather than a strict expiration date. No, there are no rules or regulations that require beauty brands to place a physical deadline on their products. The reason why is simply the start date is determined whenever you first open it and place it on your face.

While they could place a small disclaimer saying the recommended expiration time frame, like some natural juice companies that say best if used in 7 days after opening, they don’t. There are other factors to consider which may be why: If you put on your mascara to make yourself feel more alive than you do on the inside, you probably shouldn’t put it back on your face again. The basic use by standards are placed below that scientists recommend due to the rate of bacteria growth on the products. In other words, your makeup could be making you sick.

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Valentine Look Book | 2019

February 9, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Pink and red everything hearts and candy galore. Who else is excited for all of the Hallmark holiday lovey dove movie specials? Valentine’s Day is such a versatile holiday depending on your mindset. At the store there are things for romantic relationships alongside Galentine’s day merchandise. Since I was little my sister, mom and I have exchanged valentines. This holiday should be more about love in all relationships. These looks pair well with various activities from the classic dinner date to a comfy movie date with the girls.

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Rainy Weather Essentials | 2019

January 9, 2019January 28, 2020Apparel Reviews, fashionLeave a Comment

Happy rainy season! In California the skies are grey and rain drops are frequently falling on my head. ha. It is a new year filled with new styles, the first one I want to discuss is of course essentials for this year’s rain season. I know in other parts of the world it is not winter so comment down below what season it is for you.

Upon drafting this post I was inspired to curate essentials for both the work day and the casual weekend, however when it comes to some things they tend to overlap. All of the jackets below I would wear to the office and on my day off. I have included jackets with various price points with two different length options. When looking for an office appropriate item my go to is making sure it is not too loud or offensive. Then again the too loud may waver depending on your occupation.

The shoes are the only item that I separated in terms of work versus play. If you are in a more professional environment or a more sassy fashionista stick to the work styles. Other items such as umbrellas, scarves, gloves and hats are not separated.

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