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January 13, 2016

A Few of My Favorite Things

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While the new year is still young, I’d thought I’d share a few things that I’ve sunk into this week (pictured above) from creams and scrubs to a really, really, good book.

Alright I’ll admit it: I’m a coconut fiend! I can now get that coconut-y feeling on my face, thanks to the Yes to Coconut Face Collection, going for that deeply hydrating vibe with the Ultra Hydrating Facial Mask ($15,99), sustain that moisture all day with the Ultra Hydrating Facial Souffle Moisturizer ($14.99), and continuous cleansing with the Ultra Hydrating Cream Cleanser ($9.99). Coconut oil is such a great treat for the skin, that I’m thrilled to be able to use it consistently across several product categories in 2016.

Need to slough off some dead skin and start a new? The Ole Henricksen Truth Sugar Glow Polishing Mask ($42) utilizes natural ingredients such as raw sugar, pomegranate seeds, honey, rose hips, mandarin, orange, and grapefruit oils to not only cleanse and exfoliate but to sanitize, brighten, soothe, and nourish skin. It sets for 5-10 minutes, then is gently massaged and rinsed off for maximum effects. Sounds fancy? It is; and you deserve it!
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December 21, 2015

Setting Bag Boundaries

by Julia DiNardo

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In New York City, when your body functions basically as a car, using your own two feet to largely get you around, weaving in and out of human traffic and dodging any other obstacles in the way, carrying multiple bags is more of a hazard and less of a convenience. Especially on the subway when, at any point in time, you may be pressed against a minimum of four other humans, consolidating your stuff into one generously-sized bag is ideal.

In this week of extra chaos in the rush right before Christmas, I’ve been using the Dooney & Burke Newbury Suede Sloan Hobo bag in Brown, which neatly organizes and keeps secure my essentials, thanks to the its inside pockets, key hook, and zipper closure while channeling a slightly retro, ’70s vibe. There’s also plenty of room for a few extras, such as my workout clothes, a water bottle, and even space left over to conceal a small gift.

I can’t really predict what the new year may have in store for me or what to expect in 2016, but I do know that I can rely on this bag to contain whatever I need to be prepared for it!
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In This Look:

Talbots Camel Car Coat (c/o)

Dooney & Burke Newbury Suede Sloan Hobo bag in Brown (c/o)

Tourneau Watch (c/o)

Studebaker Metals Chevron Necklace (c/o)

Sorrelli Stud Earrings (c/o)

Vintage Bracelet Set

American Eagle Outfitters Chambray Shirt (c/o)

Athleta Tunic Top

Gap Navy Chinos (c/o)

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Ray-Ban Wayfarer

Lulu Frost Equine Ring

On Nails: Marc Jacobs Beauty Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish (c/o)
On Lips: Bite Beauty Luminous Crème Lipstick in Vibrant Magenta (c/o)

December 10, 2015

Finding Meaningful (and Useful) Holidays Gifts this Season

by Julia DiNardo

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[You never know what brands you’ll run into; it may just be one of your favorites!]

I’ve always had very, very good luck at knocking out a bunch of gifts in one fell swoop at T.J.Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods around the holiday season, and sometimes I enter the store with a mission and specific gift in mind, but occasionally I will just rely on the mix of inventory to hint at what I should get, which can be thousands of items each week. With that kind of ratio, gift inspiration is bound to strike! I love that I can discover quality gifts for newborns and 90-year-olds alike at one place, making it a year-round destination for presents for loved ones and of course, myself! I even outfitted my dog-niece, Beatrice, in an adorable reindeer outfit from T.J.Maxx last Christmas.

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[Holiday soaps and guest bathroom products can make a great hostess gift]
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December 9, 2015

The Camo Coat

by Julia DiNardo

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The military trend has been bigger than ever over the past year, and one of my favorite season-appropriate references from it is the camouflage coat. Styles range from bombers to hunting-style jackets, snowboarding styles to more city or slick variations, but is it weird to say that I love them all? I am a but of a camo fiend (see exhibit A), but I swear the style is versatile. The only catch? It never can go 100% formal. Subtle pops work here and there in an office setting, but in my opinion, you will be safe from the fashion police if you leave it resting at home for black tie events. See the collage above for some of my favorites, with the links to find them online below.

In This Collage (from left to right):

Boohoo Mya Camo MA1 Bomber Jacket

Carhartt Gallatin Jacket

Canada Goose Chelsea Coyote Fur Parka

Veronica Beard Hadley Camouflage Jacket with Moto Dickey

Barbour Cromwell Waxed Cotton Jacket

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