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September 15, 2015

My Q3 Bonus Box

Disclaimer: This blog post contains a crap ton of affiliate links.

I don’t try to hide that I use affiliate networks and links on my blog. But I would have never thought I’d get to try another type of “subscription” box from an affiliate network.

The Bonus Box by Rakuten Affiliate Network is totally free and they only select 50 affiliates to receive it!

What is the Bonus Box?
A quarterly collection of samples from some of the Rakuten Affiliate Network advertisers.

This past weekend I did my first Periscope sesh and unboxed my Bonus Box. I don’t want to double dip by just telling you what the contents are, so this is also what I think of each of them.

Even though I don’t live in the green mountain state anymore, this is now the softest tee shirt I own. LookHUMAN has tons of other clever tees and tanks. Seriously, SO many…

The Ole Henriksen vitamin C complex is a product that I would seriously hoard samples of any chance I got. Part of why I even tried to get my hands on the Bonus Box was because of a sneak peek they shared on Instagram of the box. I knew exactly what it was and wanted it. Bad.

The other two products were a bonus. Nice to have, they work great, but I could live without them.

Even though I will never purchase Birchbox Man for the manfriend again. Ever. I still like getting samples to make him try. I really like the way that Lacoste L!ve smells. I can’t describe as anything other manly.

If oily bothers you then I don’t know that this Nourish Organic cream-to-oil skin solve is for you. But if you’re like me and hate having dry skin it’s worth it! I won’t be keeping this in my purse (for fear of accidentally not closing it properly and getting everything greasy), but I don’t really have to because it works that well. I recommend for use before bed, but that’s my personal preference.

While TATCHA Dewy Skin Mist feels very much like any other facial spray, it made my face look… Well, dewy. The spray looks milky, smells super fancy and spray lightly, but evenly.

I know if oil cleansers are still having a moment or not, but I’ve tried them and didn’t have the best experience. It was messy. With DHC that wasn’t the case at all!

Just a few drops got off the makeup that I forgot to clean off from the day before.

Rinse and you’re clean, not even the slightest bit of oily residue.

This is a total bias, but the Laura Geller GlamLASH mascara was my favorite item in this box! I love mascara in general and was excited to try it. The wand doesn’t look like it does very much but don’t let it fool you. Zero clumps!

This keychain is cute. I would love to live in NYC someday, but until then this will hang on my inspiration board.

Overall this was an amazing box. I won’t know what to do with myself if I’m not selected for the Q4 Bonus Box…

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September 11, 2015

The 10 Songs I Have on Repeat

I noticed that my more productive days are the ones where I’ve been listening to music while I work. I going to guess that it’s not just me. Music, for many, is a huge part of life.

So, I wanted to share the 10 songs that I am currently loving and listening to all of the time.

They seriously make me feel all the feels. I don’t necessarily like all of the videos (I’m looking at you Ariana Grande), but I refuse to pay for Spotify…

Black Magic | Little Mix

Corny but cute.
Kind of like me.

What Do You Mean | Justin Beiber

I don’t care what anyone says, this song gives me life. Whenever I am listening to Pandora and it comes on, I know that Pandora really does get me.

Fight Song | Rachel Platten

This is my fight song. If I’m down or overwhelmed, I know that this will remind me not to give up and to keep on fighting the good fight. One match, you guys…

Should’ve Been Us | Tori Kelly

Love her voice. Plus, she’s coming to Connecticut for the Next Big Thing!

Here | Alessia Cara

As social as I can be, I am definitely and introvert. I know, shocker! But this song perfectly sums up my mood most of the time. And I just found out that she’ll be in CT with Tori Kelly.

Like I’m Gonna Lose You | Meghan Trainor ft. John Legend

The first time I heard it on the radio, I turned off the radio and hummed it until I got home, because I was driving and didn’t want to forget it.

Stiches | Shawn Mendes

I don’t relate to this, but I like it.

One Last Time | Ariana Grande

This entire album.
Seriously.
I bought it on iTunes.

The Night is Still Young | Nicki Minaj

A friendly reminder to have fun.
And because Moscato.

Love Myself | Hailee Steinfeld

A song with a message.

I didn’t know this until looking up this song for this post, but does her voice sound kind of familiar? She was the new girl in Pitch Perfect 2! Yes, the flashlight one! Don’t know what I’m talking about?

Flashlight | Jessie J

This song, except image that Hailee Steinfeld is singing it instead of Jessie J.

Since that was technically 11 songs, what’s one more?

Levels | Nick Jonas

New hotness.

When do you like to listen to music?

What are some of your current favorite songs?

Share in the comments!

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September 10, 2015

Styled by 5 featuring & Apparel

Last month, myself and four other boss blogger babes teamed up for the first ever Styled by 5.

Each month the five of us will style the same piece of clothing and since we all look and think differently from each other (hair, religion, location, skin, size, height, style…all of the above), you’ll get five totally different looks. That means you’ll get to see what I style, on other body types so you can find something that is best for you!

Don’t forget to check out how Deidre, Kaylynn, Jacque, and Sarah styled this Varsity V-Neck from & Apparel too.

And make sure to lookout for something styled by the five of us every month!

This top is one that I will be wearing over and over and over and over (you get the point) again.

That being said, I wasn’t exactly sure how I wanted to style it, but opted to pair it with leather shorts from Zara.

To keep it casual? Chucks.

Even though I’m not exactly thrilled that summer is “unofficially” over, this outfit is the perfect way for me to start (slowly) transitioning my look for the fall.

That and ice cream.

Ice cream helps.

And, because I know you’re all wondering, my adorbs necklace (which is adjustable) is from Conflicted Pixie.

If you buy one, tell them Bethany sent you. You won’t get anything, but how cool did that sound?

Don’t forget there’ll be another Styled by 5 next month!

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September 9, 2015

The Electric Challenge

YOU GUYS! Did you know that there was an electric challenge?!

Well, I didn’t.

And, even though I don’t ever really use it, I have the Urban Decay Electric Palette.

I’m definitely more of a nudes kind of girl.

And even though I like makeup, I’m not a makeup artist. While I do blog about beauty, I wouldn’t really consider myself to exactly be a beauty blogger. At least not the makeup tutorial type. I mean, I have done the occasional palette swatch…

But that being said, I am up for the challenge.

I mean why not, right?

September 8, 2015

My Second Rocksbox

Getting the chance to try Rocksbox was a complete and total dream come true!

I always find myself admiring different pieces of jewelry, but don’t invest in it as much as I would like to. Rocksbox allows you try it and then buy only what you truly love.

I liked by first Rockbox, but the Jenny Bird collar I got this time around was something that seriously challenged my willpower.

At $110, I can’t afford it right now, but it’s definitely being added to my Keep jewelry wishlist!

The Perry Street earrings were something I requested, but I ended up not wearing them. I like the way the looked, I just didn’t go anywhere I wanted to wear them to and wasn’t exactly sure what I would wear them with.

OK, so the Gorjana cuff was not my favorite item, but it was so simple and goes with everything. I wore it SO much that I’m looking to take the plunge and get a similar one from the Birchbox Shop.

Why the Birchbox Shop?

Points. It’s all about the points.

I canceled my Rocksbox, but not because I didn’t like it. This is one box that is at the top of my list to reconsider in the future.

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September 4, 2015

e.l.f. Mini Haul

Online sales with free shipping are the BEST!
You don’t have to get out of bed and you save money by not have to use gas.

e.l.f. Cosmetics’ prices make it easy to get a bit carried away, but I was able to get three great buys for under $12! I’m calling this a mini haul, because I’m proud that I was able to show some serious restraint.

After finding out via Pinterest that e.l.f. Cream Eyeliner makes for an excellent Dipbrow dupe, I wanted to try it. Partly because of my inexplicable brow obsession, but mostly because I’d never tried Dipbrow.

I am not an fan of ink liners. I want to be, but they either dry up way too soon for my liking or just don’t provide the bold look that I’m hoping for.

I’m glad I was able to try the e.l.f. Studio Intense Ink Eyeliner in Blackest Black, because it was only $3. While I couldn’t nail a thick line, I like it for when I need to line my eyes in a pinch.

So, the e.l.f. Studio Blending Sponge wasn’t something I actually needed, but I couldn’t find the one I have, and wanted one for pictures…

This one is pretty and pink, so I got it.

This was such a great deal, that I will definitely be posting more e.l.f. hauls in the future!

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September 3, 2015

Hot Air Balloon Festival

I met up with Sprinkles and Booze, Crushing Midlife, and One Woman’s Style at the Hot Air Balloon Festival that the Plainville Fire Company puts on every year.

It was so great meeting up with other CT bloggers to support our local community.

We will definitely be doing more of this!

As for the Hot Air Balloon Festival itself?

Magical.

And after missing out on Independence Day fireworks, I was happy we stayed until the end. Plus, this was hands down, the best firework show I’ve ever experienced. SO close!

I overheard that this was the last one, but I really hope that was just a rumor.

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September 2, 2015

5 Ways to Use BAGGU

It should come as no surprise that I am obsessed with totes. I like them because they can be used for so many different things. And if you’re a girl who is always on the go, BAGGU has the perfect everyday tote for you!

I use my BAGGU Duck Bag for pretty much everything…

Gym

I won’t lie and say that I go to the gym often, but I was a Personal Trainer for a bit in college and I still enjoy working out.

Mostly classes.

Yoga, kickboxing, and Spinning are my faves.

Travel

When on budget, every little road trip counts.

A day trip to the beach, anyone?

Errands

From getting groceries, to picking up the dry cleaning.

Get. Stuff. Done.

Like the boss babe that you are.

Work

Whistle while you hustle. And look stylish doing it.

But first?

Coffee.

Play

All work and no play? Never!

Make time for what matters and meet up with your besties for brunch.

Mimosas are a must!

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Super grateful to collab with BAGGU for this post.

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September 1, 2015

My August Julep Maven Box

I pulled a Britney, and OOPS…

I did it again.

I totally forgot to skip my August Julep Maven box.
But I’m not going to lie, this time I’m really happy that I did!

One reason, being the Brave Pretty campaign.

The other? What I got in my box.

Mari, a pretty holographic pink and Sophia, a brilliant bright blue, alone made the box worthwhile.

But after trying baked blush, I was maybe a little too excited to try this Skip the Brush blush crayon.

It’s so easy to apply and great to bring with you in your purse, because you don’t need a makeup brush to use it! Just apply directly and blend with your fingers.

Julep Maven boxes almost always include a little treat which is usually candy, but this month, they switched it up with tiny metallic temporary hand tattoos!

I will most definitely be rocking these.

Another perk?

I now have enough Jules to get the September box for free!

You can sign up to be a Julep Maven here.

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August 28, 2015

Birchbox Book Club: Current Reads

Some people are really good at reading two books at once.

Not me. I can’t even read in the car.

As big a mistake as it might be for me to try doing either of those, I still do…

I’ve had Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin and Yes Please by Amy Poehler tucked away on a shelf in my bookcase for the longest. Too long.

I received both books from Birchbox and wanted to get caught up with the Birchbox Book Club, so I finally started reading Yes Please. I got a decent way through it and just stopped. Not for any reason, just did.

But then, instead of picking it back up, I started Better Than Before.

I don’t know why I would think that was a good idea. My plan is to finish Better Than Before and then go back and finish Yes Please. They’re both really good reads and if you haven’t read either one of them, you should add them to your reading list!

Next on my reading list is one of the many fantasy novels that the manfriend has. He has a blog, and is sharing on going chapters of what he’s been writing. Maybe I’ll be supportive and start with his…

Maybe.

For anyone who has read Better Than Before, I’m a rebel, what are you?