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May 9, 2024

The Current Best Fragrances for Spring

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There are two types of people. Ones who change up the fragrance they wear by season, and the ones who don’t.

Regardless of which of those people you are, here are my current favorite fragrances of some of the best fragrances for spring.

Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Black Opium Eau de Parfum

Black Opium Eau de Parfum has been my personal go to fragrance this season. The subtle coffee notes are energizing without being overpowering. It’s flirty and floral, I love it! If you’re looking for a bolder scent I also enjoy their Black Opium le Parfum, which is a deep vanilla scent.

NEST New York Turkish Rose Perfume Oil

I swear I love all of the NEST New York perfume oils, but in my opinion, the Turkish Rose is my favorite for spring. It’s floral, rosy and elevates my mood instantly. That said, I will switch this out for Seville Orange in the summer.

Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum

After attending the Parada pop-up at NYFW last year, I instantly fell in love with both Paradoxe Eau de Parfum and Paradoxe Intense Eau de Parfum. When you layer them together this are the epitome of perfection.

Glossier You

If I could only pick on scent for everyone to wear all the time, regardless of season, it would have to be Glosser You. It’s warm yet sheer in a way that makes it next level personal.

Snif Coco Shimmy

Coco Shimmy is a new fragrance and honestly probably less of a spring and more of a summer fragrance. However, I’ve been ready for summer since this past fall, and when I close my eye and sniff, I am teleported to the closest rooftop pool. I usually shy away from other similar scents, as they tend to smell overly sugary. Snif trulyt nailed the beach vibes with this one!

Do you have a fragrance you love for spring, or are you more of a same scent all year person? Either way, I’d love to know your favorite fragrances, and find out if you share any of the same as mine.

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February 16, 2022

Banana Republic Factory Spring Must-Haves

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I don’t know about you, but I’ve officially reached the point where I am so over winter and ready for spring. I’m excited for the return of longer days and warmer temperatures, and I’ll be celebrating by shopping for some spring must-haves at Banana Republic Factory!

Whether you’ll be doing a little spring cleaning and need to revamp your closet staples, or just looking for an excuse to buy some new spring pieces to add to your wardrobe, Banana Republic Factory is currently offering 50% off everything!

With 50% off everything + an extra 50% off clearance, you can stock up on lots of light layers! Ribbed tanks and sweaters for her, graphic tees and sweats for him, and jeans for everyone.

Spring Must-Haves for Her–

Spring Must-Haves for Him–

Regardless of who needs or wants what, you’ll find it and for 50% off or more!

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April 15, 2021

Nordstrom Made Spring Essentials Under $100

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Spring in New England is always an interesting time fashion wise. One day will feel like summer and the next will have you question whether or not you should have waited a little bit longer to put all your coats in storage. I personally am a fan of pieces that you can easily style, no matter how the weather decides to act. Ones that you can look just as chic in under a layer (or two), or solo. Luckily, Nordstrom has a ton of amazing options for under $100!

I’ve mentioned one of my favorite brands is actually Nordstrom Made brand, Treasure & Bond. Their graphic tees are a must buy for me, but they also have so much for than that!

I found some of the cutest spring essentials, including this white sweater dress. It’s lightweight enough to wear alone on warmer days, yet can be styled under a shirt, sweater, or jacket if there’s a chill in the air. The other aspect I like about this dress is that it can also easily be dressed up or down, making it the perfect addition for a potential spring capsule wardrobe.

In addition to the dress, I found this utility jumpsuit. I’ve been obsessing over this style and finding a light-weight one for under $100 seemed almost too good to be true! I love how great it goes with a pair of classic white sneakers.

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March 1, 2017

Spring Ready In Uniqlo’s New Collection

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Camisole and Gaucho Pants: Uniqlo

Jogger Pants: Uniqlo

Whenever I talk about Uniqlo everyone almost always thinks basics, I’m talking white t-shirts and black leggings basic. I’ve even been guilty of that assumption myself. But, after Uniqlo opened on Newbury Street, I quickly discovered that Uniqlo’s got more options that whatever you’re probably thinking.

Uniqlo’s new collection for spring, goes with so much that you already own. Since, in New England, it’s not quite spring yet, they’re great for layering.

Over, under, with, without…

If you can envision it, you can try it!

The two looks above are both neutral, classy outfits that can take you into spring without sacrificing (too much) warmth. I know I’m always cold, so heavier jackets are key. But, when the weather warms up, I’ll switch to something lighter like a trench jacket. I spotted some nice options while shopping around at Uniqlo, so that may have to happen. And hopefully sooner rather than later.

Add a cute purse (I prefer totes, but smaller one are what’s hot right now), a pair of heels (weather permitting), and you’re good to look good! Shop their new spring apparel here.

Photos by: Rachel Leiner Photography

April 15, 2016

How to Get the Perfect Pout for Spring

It is finally looking like New England is done with snow.

Which means it’s time to revive my lips for spring.

Literally.

When it comes to getting the perfect pout for spring, there are really only three lip products that I need. Lip scrub, lip liner, and lip cream.

Starting with Beauty for Real’s Lip Revival Lip Scrub, gently rub to remove any dead excess skin and reveal smooth kissable lips. Rinse and pat dry.

Now you’re ready to get really ready!

Line your lips with the D-Fine Lip Pencil, it’s great for all lip colors. Which brings us to lip cream.

I have been looking for a pretty pink that feels springy without making me look ridiculous. The Beauty for Real Lip Cream in Flash is the only non-sheer pink I haven’t felt like I had to combine with another color in order to wear it out of the house.

Plus, it really leaves my lips nice and soft.

The perfect pout!

March 8, 2014

Fitting Room Sesh: Old Navy

One of my New Year’s resolutions this year was to shop less. I knew that if I quit shopping cold turkey, that I end up blowing money on a massive shopping spree and that would kind of defeat the purpose. My goal was to cut out particular spending each month. So January, no clothes shopping, which continued into February. March is going to be no makeup shopping, and I’ll figure out the rest as I go. I also just generally tried to shop less than I normally would.

Aside from a few Poshmark hiccups in January, I have been doing really well with this. So to reward myself, I set today aside to go clothes shopping. I went to Old Navy and was pleasantly surprised by their spring collection this year. Normally I would go into every store, but part of my method of shopping less is pick a destination in advance to avoid mass impulse buying. Another part of my method is to try on everything first, this way I know if I like how it looks on and know for sure that it fits.

Even though I wanted it all, I ended up getting the black dress, the blush sweater, the blush top, a sweatshirt for a diy project that I saw on A Beautiful Mess, and a harness for one of my dogs (it was on clearance and so was the blush sweater).

See anything you like? What do you think I should have gotten?