It’s Friday, so y’all know what that means! It’s time to link up with Erika and Andrea to let everybody know what some of my favorite things are right now.
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SHOPPING WITH SHEAFFER
I’ve got a handful of new items from a handful of retailers for y’all today.
This first outfit actually combines pieces from Nordstrom, Social Threads, Amazon, and Walmart. You’ve seen the tee, the jewelry, and the sandals tons of times before… but the skirt and the denim jacket are new, so let’s talk about them.
First of all, the denim jacket! It’s only $32, it has near perfect reviews, and it has a perfect amount of stretch in it. It also has a tiny little puff shoulder that makes it modern and extra cute. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
The skirt is a jersey knit with a ruched waistband, and you will be hard pressed to not fall in love with it. It’s obviously super comfy, but it’s still flattering.
white tee / denim jacket / black skirt / turquoise necklace / multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack / woven slide sandals
This red and creamy white boho top is darling. I’m obsessed. It’s super lightweight and airy with a split neck and smocking up top. The sleeves are a little longer and a tiny bit voluminous. I’m in love. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. I was told that the shipment was small, so I’m guessing it is going to go fast.
red and creamy white boho top / hammered hoop earrings / bracelet / denim shorts / barely there flip flops
This ruffle hem dress is just lovely. It works for summer because it’s lightweight with super feminine detailing. and I think it’s great with with nude heels, but it would also be great with more casual wedges. And because of the colors, I think you could also roll into fall with it as well. Throw on boots and a leather jacket and you’ll be ready for cooler temps!
ruffle hem dress / hammered hoop earrings / bracelet / studded heeled sandals
This tiered mini dress has a super relaxed and somewhat swingy fit. It’s easy, breezy, and made for summer. It is lined, which is great. I’m wearing a small.
tiered mini dress / hammered hoop earrings / bracelet / barely there flip flops
I always love a graphic tee, and on my first trip to Nashville a couple of years ago, it quickly became one of my favorite places. So this Nashville graphic tee is right up my alley, total bonus that it’s super soft. I’m wearing a medium.
Nashville graphic tee / hammered hoop earrings / bracelet / denim shorts / barely there flip flops
This white eyelet dress is adorable. ADORABLE. It’s 100% cotton, fully lined, and can easily be dressed up or down. It’s well made and I love the fit. I mean, there’s just not much better than a white eyelet dress in the summer. It’s so classic. It also comes in black. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. And I’m carrying the super fun pom pom bag from the Under $50 collage on Wednesday (and it’s actually under $40).
eyelet dress / raffia hoops / pom pom bag / gold bracelet stack / TB Miller sandals
These cutie shorts are from Amazon and are ON SALE! They are Democracy, so they too have the Ab-Solution technology! On the site, they are shown with a small double cuff, but I prefer to just turn up the small hem the one time.
- Mid rise 5″ Short
- Inseam: 7″ Cuffed to 5″
- 54% Cotton, 25% Rayon, 19% Polyester, 2% Spandex
Again, you’ll see on the model online that these shorts are cuffed twice, but I prefer this pair cuffed once, although the versatility is nice. They are so soft, so comfy, very stretchy, and did I mention comfy? For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 4.
And it’s hard to see the detail on this twist sleeve tee since it’s a dark color, but you’ll see the sleeves better in the picture below this one. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
twist sleeve tee / denim shorts / heart necklace / hoop earrings / bracelet stack / TB sandals
Here’s the same tee in pink. Just look how cute the sleeves are!
twist sleeve tee / denim shorts /chunky hoop earrings / gold and pearl necklace / bracelet / sandals (light makeup)
How about a summer sweatshirt? It comes in TONS of great color combos, and in addition to this “papaya”, I also really love hot pink/green/yellow option and the “plum purple” option. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
crewneck sweatshirt / denim shorts / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack / woven slide sandals
And once again, check out the bracelets that I find myself reaching for basically every dang day. They make every outfit cuter.
multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack
My exact tee is sold out, but you can check out several options that are still available with “Loves Jesus and America Too” on them.
Loves Jesus and America Too tee options / white sunglasses / beaded star earrings / bracelet stack / denim shorts / studded sandals
I think this one looks great, and it comes in several colors. I almost always get a men’s medium in Amazon tees.
America The Beautiful tee / white sunglasses / beaded star earrings / bracelet stack / denim shorts / studded sandals
This puff sleeve top could easily be paired with a pair of nice pants for the office, but I think it’s super cute styled casually with cut-offs too. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
puff sleeve top / sunglasses / rattan earrings / denim shorts / studded sandals
This blue tee is a regular ol’ crew neck at first glance, but look at the sleeves! They’re a little special! For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
blue tee / white sunglasses / denim shorts / studded sandals
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SOME SHORT SETS I’M LOVING
I’ve become straight up devoted to comfy shorts sets from Amazon. DEVOTED. I’ve tried a lot. Like probably more than 10, and there are several I like, but there are 2 sets that have risen to the top.
So let’s talk about my 2 favorite short sets…
This sweatshirt set is one I wear around the house allllllllllllllllllllllllll the time. Like it’s pretty much all I want to wear around the house. It’s a bit pricey, but for me, it’s been 1000% worth it. I like that I can wear it and look somewhat pulled together, but still living my most comfy life. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
sweatshirt set / progressive readers
The sweatshirt from the set is also cute with denim shorts.
sweatshirt from set / denim shorts / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack / woven slide sandals
Here are my bracelets that I’ve already shown you around 328 times, but I’m showing them yet again because I highly HIGHLY recommended both sets.
multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack
My other favorite set (perhaps my VERY favorite), is this little quilted number. I wear this one at home of course, but I also wear this one all around town. It has a perfectly relaxed fit, and you can wear the top out, but I like wearing it with a half tuck. It washes beautifully, which I was worried it wouldn’t, but I’m telling you I’ve washed it several times and it looks brand new. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
loungewear set / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack / woven slide sandals
This top looks good with denim shorts as well.
loungewear set (part of set) / denim shorts / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / multicolor beaded bracelet stack / matte gold bracelet stack / woven slide sandals
Here’s another one I only wear at home. I would describe this material as a heavy waffle knit. It’s absolutely perfect for lounging around the house, being super comfy, and still looking cute! For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
I would wear with the top with shorts around town, but I wouldn’t wear the whole set together around town.
I showed you this next set on me several weeks back, but I wanted to show you a different way to style it. This outfit is so fun and colorful.
shorts set / beaded earrings / striped tote / lip oil / cognac sandals
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COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD SALE
There’s a BIG SALE going on over at Colleen Rothschild today, and it’s all about HYDRATION.
Click HERE for all of the HYDRATION HEROS available in the sale!
The Face Oil #9 is one of my ride or die products that I literally cannot imagine not having in my product arsenal (and it is in the sale!). It’s a Top 10 product for me for sure, but it’s actually probably TOP 3 for me. And it’s one of the miracle products that seems to work on every skin type including dry, oil, and combination. It’s MAGIC.
It used to be too much for my skin, but now I can’t imagine it not being a part of my routine. I used to only use it at night, but now I use it both a.m. and p.m. A little bit goes a really long way, and my skin drinks it up as it works on radiance, texture, and fine lines. Colleen touts it as the ultimate in skin luxury, and I have to agree. It improves radiance. RADIANCE! Who doesn’t want to increase their radiance?!?
I put 1 to 2 full pumps in my hand with the Extreme Recovery Cream (also seen below and also in the sale) at night and apply it all over my face and neck. It hydrates and plumps like nothing else I’ve ever used. The Extreme Recovery Cream is thick, rich, and ultra-creamy. This special little cocktail is such a treat for my skin, and I look forward to using it every night. In the morning, I combine the Face Oil with my Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream because it’s lighter.
Face Oil #9 / Extreme Recovery Cream
And although I haven’t tried it, my mom’s newest favorite is the Universal Rescue Balm (also in the sale!). She absolutely swears by it for her cuticles AND her fingernails. She thinks it’s made her fingernails less brittle and that it’s helping them not to split because it’s the only thing she’s changed and she thinks her nails are markedly better.
10 ways to use the balm:
- Restore Rough Elbows
- Repair Cracked Heels
- Nourish Parched Skin
- Hydrate Brittle Cuticles
- Soften Course Beards
- Smooth Frizz and Flyaways
- Protect Cheeks from Windburn
- Tame Rough Eyebrows
- Soothe Flaky Scalp
- Revive Crepey Knees
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SOME SUMMER ESSENTIALS
The cover up is my 3rd color to buy in as many years. I got the black one last year, and the I got the watermelon, and then I got a neutral. It’s one size fits all (which always mystifies me), but it’s a magical cover up and seems to fit all shapes and sizes. This watermelon red one is so fun and will go with all sorts of patterned and floral suits. The black and the dark beige are totally chic and would look so expensive styled with a black suit and gold accessories. It’s such a great cover up, and it’s an awesome price point right at $20.
cover up / sunglasses / demi stud earrings / neoprene beach tote / flip flops / quick dry towels
This neoprene beach tote was one of my favorite Amazon finds several years ago, and it remains a favorite this year.
Now, since it doesn’t have a zipper closure I wouldn’t say it’s completely waterproof, but I love it nonetheless. It holds A TON and I only have the Large, but it comes in an X-Large too!
neoprene beach tote / quick dry towels
And you can see here how much larger the tote can get when you unsnap the sides. I stuff it full with towels, sunscreen of all sorts, water bottles, and even some beach toys (like Carter’s waterproof football that’s a total must if traveling with boys).
neoprene beach tote / quick dry towels
cover up / sunglasses / demi stud earrings/ neoprene beach tote / flip flops / quick dry towels
Now let’s talk towels. I saw several other girls talking about these towels, and it didn’t take much for me to be #influenced. They come in several stripes and solids. The site bills them as being multipurpose for baths, swimming, fitness, sports, and yoga. They are thin (which makes them great for travel), incredibly soft, and fast drying. They are 100% microfiber and can absorb 7x their weight in water. And the reviews are FANTASTIC.
I couldn’t believe how much I loved these towels, and everybody else on the trip thought they were awesome too. We’re now using them as our pool towels because I love that they also take up less room in the washer.
These sunglasses have been my favorites for around 4-5 years now. I absolutely adore them. They look SUPER SIMILAR to the famous $250 Karen Walker sunglasses, but these babies are only $16.99. You can also get a 2 pack with this tortoise pair and a black pair for ONLY $24.99. WOW. I have both, so I recommend getting the 2 pack for sure. I LOVE THEM.
cover up / earrings / similar swimsuits / bracelets /striped tote / rose gold flip flops
This next cover up just might be one of my very favorite cover ups that I’ve ever owned. It’s one size fits all, and I never understand how that works, but it fits me perfectly. It’s actually VERY wide, but when you cinch in the waist with the drawstring, it’s super flattering. Here I have it styled for the 4th with red, white, and blue accessories.
cover up / sunglasses / beaded star earrings / bracelet stack / flip flops
But here I’ve just got it styled with summer accessories. These rattan earrings quickly became a favorite of mine when I got them a couple of months ago, but this bracelet stack is NEW and awesome!
cover up / sunglasses / rattan earrings / bracelet stack / flip flops
Seriously! LOOK HOW CUTE! This is the “yellow” colorway. They’re acrylic and perfect for a pool or beach day.
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I GET ASKED ABOUT AMAZON BEAUTY ALLLLLLLLLLLL THE TIME
I get asked about Amazon beauty products all the time. I have so many products that I now get on Amazon, and I feel like I talk about them a lot, but I’m going to talk about some of my current favorites again today.
I got the Amika products last month because when I got my haircut, my girl Amanda used them on me, and I could not get over how amazing they smelled, and they seemed to perform really well too.
I’ve been using them at home for about 5 or so weeks now (I ordered them immediately after getting home from my last haircut) and I will definitely be reordering both. The mousse gives my hair a bit of grit which helps to hold the curl, and then the hairspray is light but totally efficient. And remember, the products smell incredible.
Amika perfect body mousse / Amika touchable hairspray
So now that it’s summer, I’ve switched up my makeup routine again. I’ve simplified it for summer! Now I’m using a simple combination just about every day of Unseen Sunscreen as my base layer, and then the Lumi Glotion on top.
I know I’ve talked a lot about elta MD sunscreen, and I do still use it and will be using it again come fall, but right now I’m using the Unseen Sunscreen. Not a day goes by that I don’t wear it. It’s just so light and it feels like a makeup primer going on. NONE of that yucky sunscreen feeling. This stuff is incredible. It’s velvety in texture and it totally just glides on your skin, even over your makeup. I initially apply it under my makeup, but I can reapply it over my makeup with great results too!
My skin absorbs the Unseen Sunscreen very quickly (like IMMEDIATELY!) and there is NO TRACE of it. It’s not oily or greasy, it gives a matte finish, and it doesn’t leave any white residue behind either. Also, from reading reviews, it seems it’s awesome for people with super sensitive skin. I’m telling you, the product is absolutely incredible.
The Lumi Glotion (I get the medium.) was new to me last year, and I’m completely obsessed. Sometimes I use it like a tinted moisturizer and it’s all that I wear. That’s actually what I’ve been doing pretty much all summer. When I need more coverage, I combine it with my foundation. It gives some nice color and a healthy and beautiful glow, while still getting the coverage the foundation gives. I had my sister-in-law use it when we were at the ranch a couple of months ago, and she fell in love with it and ordered it immediately. It has over 2o,000 5 Star Ratings and it’s UNDER $18 all the time, but right now it’s ON SALE. If ordered today, most of you can have it in your hands (and on your face!) by tomorrow. #gottaloveprime
Lumi Glotion / Unseen Sunscreen
This is a product that I was without a doubt influenced on. I saw several people I follow talking about it, so I knew I had to give it a try. It’s paraben free, aluminum free, AND IT WORKS. It goes on smooth, and it smells AMAZING.
I bought these eye drops for the first time over 2 years ago now, and now I cannot imagine not using them. They make my eyeballs SO WHITE, which makes such a difference in overall appearance. After using the drops, the whites of your eyes will really pop! The reviews are absolutely outstanding. You should one thousand percent give them a try. They work better than any other eye drop I’ve ever used.
This mascara is under $10, and I bought it after just stumbling on it and reading the reviews. It has tens of thousands of 5-star reviews. I have some expensive mascara that I love too, but I also REALLY LOVE this mascara. It lengthens, it doesn’t clump, and it doesn’t flake!
Okay, real talk about the Divi scalp serum. Do y’all follow Dani Austin? She’s a big time influencer that dealt with hair loss out of college, and she and her husband started a company all about scalp health. They hired top scientists and created incredible products. There’s now a serum, a shampoo and conditioner, a dry shampoo, and hair vitamins.
You can buy all Divi products on Amazon HERE, or you can buy directly from Divi HERE (where you can also read about their research and data).
Now again, I haven’t been consistent with the serum, but I’m about to start being consistent because I have started to notice some thinning. If you read the reviews, people call it “life changing”, and the before and after pictures after consistent use are MIND BLOWING.
And some more tried and true favorites…
This Maria Badescu drying lotion is a product I was #influenced to try, and now I can’t live without it. The second I notice a blemish popping up, I dip a q-tip in the bottle (don’t shake the bottle up – keep the pink liquid on the bottom), pick up some of the pink solution, and dab it on the blemish. Carter uses it too, and it works wonders!
The NYX pore filler has been a game changer for me. I first found it when doing a sponsored beauty post with Macy’s years ago, and I fell in love. I have large pores on my nose, and this products “fills” them and filters them for a much smoother look. So, I ordered the first time from Macy’s, but all subsequent times I’ve ordered on Amazon. If you struggle with pore size, order this product immediately! It’s like a filter for your face!
Kenra blow dry spray was a product originally introduced to me by Amanda, my hair stylist. She sprayed it in my hair before starting to blow dry it, and I couldn’t get over how great it smelled. This was years ago, and I’ve been using it ever since. It gives heat protection, it reduces drying time, it adds shine, AND DID I MENTION IT SMELLS AWESOME?
Maria Badescu drying lotion / NYX pore filler / Kenra blow dry spray
And because I’m often wearing this as I’m applying these products…
I’m dying because this robe was sent to me a while ago. I hung it on a hook in my closet and forgot about it for months. Well, I put it on a couple of months ago AND FELL IN LOVE. The jersey knit is soooo stretchy, so comfy, and feels great against my skin (it almost feels cooling).
I showed it to you last year, but showing it again felt right because I wear it a lot.
Now if you remember, when I first went to grab the link for it last year, I realized it’s a maternity robe. 🙂
BUT HERE’S THE DEAL. I had no idea. It’s so stretchy, that I have no doubt that it would work with a bump and be fantastic post-partum, but I love it and will be continuing to wear it! I’m wearing the “vintage pink robe”, but it comes in lots of colors/patterns.
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Okay, that’s all for today y’all! Have a wonderful weekend with your people!
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