I rarely buy things because I need them. Especially makeup. I have more than I need, donate frequently, & yet I still find myself in the “New” section of a long list of shopping websites. I have a noted weakness for eyeshadow palettes. Which is absurd because I learned very early on that my readers generally don’t have any interest in limited edition releases a few months after they are available. They sit in my collection & I rarely use them myself since I’ve already moved onto something new.
No-buys & low-buys are big right now. The reverse of consumer obsession & an introspective look at personal spending. People are fed up with being constantly “sold” to & I agree. It’s exhausting & there’s no way to keep up. If it is isn’t makeup it is hair products or innovative skincare releases or the newest, shiniest bath product. I’ve gone into debt trying to stay up to date & stay informed. That’s incredibly unhealthy & I’m not the only one feeling it.
Look to the beauty community & you’ll find more like me. Brooke of Blushing Noir who is incredibly creative but feeling drained. Jen Luvs Reviews who keeps us up-to-date on beauty news but also acknowledges the tidal wave of releases. Phyrra who has shaped the cruelty-free community but is constantly researching & trying to decipher new ingredients, brands, & releases. Then there’s countless YouTube videos with the same idea & blog posts floating around with the same sentiment. We’re all feeling the strain.
I’m tired of “limited edition” threats & brands pumping out so many releases that we can’t keep up. It makes me sad to see so many standout core items going unnoticed because NEW NEW NEW is being thrown around all the time. New doesn’t mean better necessarily but the ads don’t tell you that. Look into marketing & consumerism sometime & you’ll be hooked if you’re anything like me. Which colors make you spend? How do brands target a certain age bracket? Why aren’t products performing the same on you as they are in ads? Who actually is supposed to disclose advertisements, sponsorships, & mascara ads with 4 layers of falsies photoshopped in?
So what’s my plan? I’m going to shop my stash. I’m going to rediscover some items. I’m going to continue checking out new releases but I’m not going to immediately purchase. & I’m going to need to accept that I won’t be the first to review… if I review it at all. I’m not counting press samples as my low-buy items so I’ll still be showing what’s new but I’ll be able to focus again. Clear the calendar & start new. & get my head above water.
I’m also purging. I’ve been organizing & purging a lot behind the scenes. But I need to go harder to meet my life goals. Downsize & get my OCD & anxiety on a plan. & I need to get my head together. So that’s why I’m putting this out there into the universe while I’m making a plan. I recognize I have a problem & this is the start of my journey. Things don’t make me feel better long term. For those unfamiliar or if you don’t follow me on Home in High Heels I have (often debilitating) anxiety so this is also a mental health journey for me as well. On Home in High Heels (especially my instagram which you can see here!) I’ve been covering my INTENSE clothing collection & downsize as well.
Don’t think that I’m going to quit though! Although I have been feeling a bit burnt- I’m still here & working behind the scenes as a new mom to get things in order. This is still my passion & one of my favorite parts of my life. I think I just need some strategy & refocusing. & I’m really excited to share it with you. I’m going on a 6 month low-buy with a monthly budget in place so that I can rediscover & revive. But 6 months is a random number…who knows how long it will last! I am giving myself a splash more money in April…it is my birthday after all & who knows!
Are you feeling purchasing pressure? Have you ever done a no-buy or a low-buy? I’d love to hear tips, what you’d like to see from me, & what you have been passionate about lately!
One of my favorite things about fall is all the new releases. I know what I’m in for generally speaking- vampy lips, dramatic lips, & an endless array of new ideas! Because I pretty much rock vamp lip colors & edgy eye looks year-round…autumn is when everyone else is carrying even more of what I love! I attended a press brunch at the Neiman Marcus at the Fashion Show Mall on the Vegas strip & have lots of new things to report on! [Read more…]
Want a peek inside my gym bag? Then this is the post for you! If you’re coming up on a family trip or just always in a rush then you might pick up some lifestyle favorites too! Keep reading to check them out!
Since moving back to Las Vegas I’ve been able to see & do a lot more than before! Today I’m going to share a very special experience- a behind-the-scenes brunch at Neiman Marcus celebrating the best in beauty! I had the opportunity to check out new launches, brand new products, & exclusive Neiman Marcus goodies that I’m going to gossip with you guys about today! Keep reading to check it all out!
Today & tomorrow Neiman Marcus has an EXTRA 30% off clearance prices so I thought it’d be fun to show some of my favorites! I chose items that I use year after year as well as some that I’ve just been obsessed with lately. Get ready to shop because these deals are too good to miss- keep reading to check them out! [Read more…]
For more years than I can count, I am an intense Victoria’s Secret fan. I trust them with bras like no one else- once you find your perfect fit, resistance is futile. Seriously. I always have kind of a ridiculous amount of bras & such because they make me feel special & extra pretty. I’ve never understood buying a bra the wearer even finds boring when you can get a bra with some personality! I think most people with dull bras think that the more “fun” options will show under clothes- but that’s not usually the case! Bras have come so far from fabric to detailing & especially fit! Keep reading to check out two of my favorites & find out how you can find your perfect fit at Victoria’s Secret too! [Read more…]
This whole moving thing is for the birds. I’ve been totally drained & my anxiety is sky-high. You’d think I’d be better at moving after being married to someone in the military for so long? Well apparently being stationed here for four years straight really spoiled us! A military move is really involved- you have to go to classes, organize through about 100 different channels, & then sit around until everything somehow concludes itself. Seeing as I suffer from both high anxiety & OCD, I’m totally losing it! Tazeka Aromatherapy oils wandered into my life at exactly the right time- & today I’m sharing how Peaceful Slumber, Meditation Guru, & Nonstop Thoughts have been helping to keep me semi-sane.
When I was in middle school my grandparents bought me a stunning charm bracelet & ever since I’ve always had my eye on more. I don’t wear that bracelet often because I collected so many from our travels & I’m scared I’ll lose it. When I saw how the Soufeel bracelet stays closed & secure, I was really excited to give it a test run! I picked out some charms that represent something special to me & have been wearing my bracelet consistently. Keep reading to see what I think & what my picks were! [Read more…]
I’ve found that the older I get, the more me-time I need to take. I am constantly hearing about lack of free-time in our lives but I really have been trying to take 10 minutes for myself here & there. Today I thought it would be fun to see what I do & some of my favorite products to use along the way! [Read more…]
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I’m one of those people who is seriously attached to their phone. From the time I wake up to the time I get ready for bed I have it at the ready. Because I work from home this is actually pretty acceptable! I’ve been trying out a different phone & plan for awhile now so I thought it might be fun to check out some of my favorite apps & how I use it throughout the day. Keep reading to find out more!