Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that changes for me every year. I always try to spend it with Ryan (he’s military so he’s hoping!) & last year was our first with Eloise. But it is also my parent’s wedding anniversary (awww sappy huh?) & there’s galentine’s day activities, friends, family, etc. So I thought it would be fun this year to gather up some of my favorite ideas for gifts that you can treat yourself or someone else with that AREN’T flowers or chocolates! Keep reading to check out 7 ideas & tell me what your plans are! [Read more…]
Ipsy Unboxing for June 2015 including Smashbox, NYC, & More!
Ipsy & I have had a tumultuous relationship lately…but I’m trying to get better about sharing it with you! I’ll admit right off the bat I’m pretty happy with this month though! Again I’m kind of bummed the Ipsy cards are lackluster in the information department…but I’ll tell you about the products myself below! [Read more…]
Ipsy Unboxing & Review for May 2015
Have you noticed it has been awhile since I showed an Ipsy bag? I kept thinking to myself Why would I bother reviewing these if I keep thinking I’m going to cancel? In retrospect… I probably should have kept showing you guys what I was getting since I’ve stayed subscribed. Getting back into the swing of things & being excited about mail…well now is the perfect time to start sharing again! This month I was really happy with my Ipsy bag so I’m actually pretty pumped to share it with you!
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Beauty Box 5 for May 2015 Unboxing & Review
This month my Beauty Box 5 again had an excellent variety! For those that don’t know…I had all four of my wisdom teeth out so I am basically losing my mind not being able to accomplish anything. I’m writing this while I can manage to keep my eyes open! The point? Mail has seriously made me SO happy!!! & presents in the mail (like I consider my surprise monthly subscriptions!) have been pretty much everything. Keep reading to see what was inside! [Read more…]
Why Scentbird is the Monthly Perfume Sample You’ll Love
Are you a fragrance aficionado? I was recently given the opportunity to try out Scentbird which is a new-to-me perfume subscription! I was able to use the website to find a new scent to try & now I’m ready to tell you guys what I think! I tried Tom Ford Black Orchid which is one I’ve had my eye on but haven’t been about to sniff in person…isn’t that the worst? Keep reading to check out my thoughts!
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My Monthly Stunning Nails Girly Nail Art + Subscription!
Are you a nail art newbie? Do you constantly search for ways to make nail art easier? Do step-by-step instructions make you squeal with joy? Well then this post may very well be for you!
My Stunning Nails was started by a nail tech who has a real passion for nail art. She even has a blog which you can read here! My Stunning Nails is a monthly subscription which contains all the items you need to create an awesome nail design. This month’s look is very girly & a classic brown + pink duo. It comes in a bigger box with a cute box inside. Everything was packaged quite nicely. [Read more…]
Ipsy Bag for October 2014 featuring Model Co., Nicole by OPI, & More!
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This month’s Ipsy bag is really cute- the contents not as thrilling as I would have liked though. There’s a good variety in this bag- eyes, lips, face, nails, body, & skincare. Keep reading to check out what’s inside! [Read more…]
Glossybox for October 2014 featuring Tarte, Nails Inc., & More!
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Glossybox pretty much hit it out of the park for me this month- & I’m getting harder & harder to impress. I’ve been doing subscriptions for years now so when I tell you guys I’m thrilled with a month I definitely mean it! This month we have multiple full sizes- & a new fragrance I can’t stop wearing! Keep reading to check it out! [Read more…]
Beauty Box 5 for October 2014 featuring Chapstick, Nanacoco, & More!
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Well my first box of October has arrived & I’m excited to share! Beauty Box 5 is one of my favorite monthly subscriptions- always introducing me to new-to-me brands & quirky products as well. This month the theme is “effortless allure” which goes hand in hand with the “less is more” guide of thinking. Keep reading to check out what was inside! [Read more…]