Two of my favorite brands are having pretty big sales right now, and I thought the sales deserved to be highlighted on their own post! Today (and thru the weekend) you can get 25% OFF at both Avara (site-wide) and Colleen Rothschild (on their best sellers)!!!
AVARA SALE
The Avara sale opens to the public tomorrow, but they have given us early access today! You can beat the crowds today (before things start selling out) with the code SHEAFFER25. Click HERE to go check out everything for yourself because they have tons of NEW ARRIVALS.
Let’s get started…
Darling. This striped flutter sleeve top is absolutely DARLING. The bold stripes on the body, the banded hem, and the pin striped flutter sleeves are all fabulous. This top really makes a statement, but it does so without being totally over the top. It’s a super soft tee, but the sleeves totally elevate it. They are so special!
I would suggest sizing down in this top because it’s very roomy. I’m in a medium and there’s a lot of extra fabric (even though you can’t really tell in this picture). The arm holes are also too big, which is another reason I think a small would be better on me.
Don’t forget to use the code SHEAFFER25.
striped flutter sleeve top / denim shorts / multicolor earrings / coin toggle necklace / bracelet stack / sandals
So the above top runs big, but I think the below top runs small across the chest. I’m in a medium, and even the medium is a bit snug (as you can tell). But if you don’t have big boobs and a big rib cage, I think it will fit you just fine, and I still wanted to show it because I think it’s a great top! The color combo is so vibrant and fun, and I love the square neck and shorter length. This is the perfect top for those of y’all that don’t love a 1/2 tuck. Think how great it will be with white denim too!
embroidered top / denim shorts / multicolor earrings / coin toggle necklace / bracelet stack / sandals
Everything I’m featuring today is darling and bright and happy and will have you totally ready for spring and summer. I will be wearing these pieces to church, to girl’s lunches, to showers, to graduation parties… and I will be feeling OH SO CUTE in all of them. Some of the pieces would also be great on vacation!
Actually, the Madelyn dress is absolutely made for vacation! The colors are gorgeous, and the print contains palm trees, sail boats, blue waters, and colorful beach houses. It’s a classic belted dress, but it also has a double ruffle sleeve and v-neckline. It’s incredibly flattering, will look great with a tan, and can be dressed up or down. You could pair it with sneakers and a denim jacket, but I love it dressed up here with my favorite clear wedges. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. If my chest was just a tad smaller, I think I would have preferred a small.
Madelyn dress / gold hoops / bracelet stack / clear wedges
The above dress might have been made for a beach vacay, but the Harlow dress could be worn to a wedding, a shower, a graduation, a garden party, a lady’s luncheon, or even to church on Easter Sunday. The colors are muted, and the floral print is so lovely. It is pretty short (but y’all know I like that). If length is an issue for you, this might not be your dress. Other beautiful details include the eyelet embroidery and the powder blue rick-rack details on the sleeves and hem. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
I’m telling you, it’s totally giving Tuckernuck and looks like it could be a $300 dress.
Harlow dress / gold hoops / bracelet stack / clear wedges
This pink sweater is a wonderful closet basic with a little bit of flare. I love this shade of pink, I love the relaxed fit, and I really love the multicolor embroidered accents all over. It’s super soft and between and light and medium weight. I love that it doesn’t hug the body, but it still has the banded sleeves and hem to make it flattering. I’m loving it here with my cream jeans, but I know I’ll also be wearing it with white jeans and regular denim. I’ll pair it with denim shorts too. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
We all know wide leg jeans are very on trend, and these cream wide leg jeans are so good and you can use the SHEAFFER25 code for them too! They’re Kut from the Kloth (a denim brand we know and trust), and I really like the stretch and overall fit. They’re definitely wide leg, but they still manage to be flattering. For size reference, I’m wearing a 4.
pink sweater / cream wide leg jeans / gold hoops / colorful beaded necklace / bracelet stack / clear wedges
Here it is with regular denim…
I love these raw hem crop jeans and now own them in two colors. Below I’m wearing the “medium blue”. They’ve got stretch in them, but not too much stretch, so they hold their shape. They’re a good medium weight and are both comfy and flattering.
The raffia buckle sandals are from last year, but I was thrilled to see that they have them again this year. I LOVE THEM. Comfy, true to size, and super cute with jeans, shorts, skirts, and dresses.
pink sweater / multicolor necklace / matte bracelet stack / raw hem crop jeans / raffia buckle sandals
If you like an oversized and swingy fit, stop what you’re doing and hit “add to cart” right now. This white and blue floral blouse is absolutely made for you. It’s cut very generously and has tons of room. I would recommend sizing down and feel certain you will still have plenty of room. For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
white and blue floral blouse / cream wide leg jeans / gold hoops / bracelet stack / clear wedges
Here it is with denim shorts…
These denim shorts are from Nordstrom and fabulous. They have a 4 1/2″ inseam, a finished hem, and no distressing. I’m wearing my regular size 4.
blouse / multicolor necklace / matte bracelet stack / denim shorts / raffia buckle sandals
Adorable is the word I would use to describe this white floral blouse. The print is so eye catching, and the colors are so bright and happy. I do want to mention that after comparing the top I’m wearing to the top featured on the site, it looks like every blouse will be a bit different with a different part of the pattern highlighted. But don’t worry, I think all of them will be cute. The collar is ruffled and banded, and the sleeve have a nice puffiness to them (that isn’t overwhelming). For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
white floral blouse / cream wide leg jeans / gold hoops / bracelet stack / clear wedges
And now with denim…
white floral blouse / matte bracelet stack / raw hem crop jeans / raffia buckle sandals
This pink palm printed top is a gorgeous pink and red combo with a playful pattern. The decorative embroidery around the neckline and banded sleeves adds some nice design detail, and if worn out you will see a wide band pattern at the bottom of the hem that makes it great worn out as well (see it worn out on the site). For size reference, I’m wearing a medium, but I think a small would be a better fit.
pink palm printed top / cream wide leg jeans / gold hoops / bracelet stack / clear wedges
Recent pieces you’ve seen that are still available…
This long sleeve floral dress is giving Zimmerman. The details are GORGEOUS. The pleating, the open eyelet details, the ruffle collar, the banded hem, the tiny little belt! I LOVE it ALL! Fully lined and seriously beautiful. This might have been my favorite dress from all of last year. It looks much more expensive than it is, and I just feel great wearing it! For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
If you don’t need a dress, but you love the vibe, you can grab the blouse HERE.
Gretchen dress / heart toggle necklace / matte gold tone bracelet stack / heeled sandals
If you prefer a dress with a totally relaxed fit and lots of room (it’s very billowy), this poppy dress is your dress. Cute and comfy, you can see it looks great here with heels, but it would also be cute worn super casually with a pair of white sneaks.
This one runs really really big, so size down. I’m wearing a small and it’s still quite roomy. In fact, I could probably have done the x-small.
poppy dress / heart toggle necklace / matte gold tone bracelet stack / heeled sandals
I love a belted dress. I think this type of dress is flattering on so many different body types, and I like to always have at least 1 in my closet. They’re just great for so many different types of occasions.
This palm print is of course perfection for a vacation look, but the print is abstract enough that I’ll also be wearing this in good ol’ McKinney, Texas. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
belted dress / colorful earrings / clear wedges
I’ve got another great printed tunic dress for y’all. The shift silhouette with the wide bands on the cuffs and hem are darling together, and I love the classic blue and white color combo. It does run on the short side, so if you are 5’7″ or above it might be too short for you. I happen to love the length. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
printed tunic dress / colorful earrings / clear wedges
This beautiful blouse is just my style. The colors are absolutely gorgeous, and the print is so fun. It’s a gauzy fabric with a relaxed fit, and I think you’ll be able to style it several different ways. It’s very lightweight. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium (but I think a small would have been fine).
blouse / cream wide leg jeans / colorful earrings / clear wedges
**********
COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD SALE
All of their BEST SELLERS are 25% OFF right now, no code needed!!!
The Radiant Cleansing Balm totally changes the taking off your makeup game, and I’m telling you, you won’t even dread washing your face at night. I KNOW. That’s a big claim, but I stand behind it.
This balm truly has a cult following. For those of you that haven’t tried it yet, it’s different than any other cleanser I’ve ever used.
HOW TO USE: First of all, I apply it to a dry face. I scoop out a small amount of the balm with dry hands and slather it on to my dry face. As I rub it on my face, the heat from my hands changes the balm into more of an oily texture and it just feels incredibly luxurious. It melts my makeup away, leaves my skin feeling amazing and hydrated, and the light citrus smell is PERFECT. And it’s so gentle that you can even open your eyes as you are using it! A muslin cleansing cloth comes with it that is made with 100% cotton that gently exfoliates while you’re cleansing. It’s incredible. I just pop my cloth in the wash every several days. And listen, if you’re concerned about the price, don’t be. This jumbo tub lasts me around 9 months!
After cleansing my face, I use the peel pads. I’ve been using the Glycolic Acid Peel Pads for probably 4-5 years now, and I absolutely swear by them. After adding them to my weekly routine years ago, I’ve never looked back. These pads contain glycolic and lactic acid, both used for cell turnover. AND AT MY AGE, I NEED ALL THE HELP WITH CELL TURNOVER THAT I CAN GET. These pads boast a spa-strength treatment formula that helps to dissolve skin-clogging dirt and debris. The pads target fine lines, hyperpigmentation and imperfections. My skin needs help in all of these areas, and using these pads reveals a fresher, brighter, more even complexion.
The pads are large, so I sweep the pad all over my face, neck, and chest after cleansing. Paying attention to your neck and chest is so important!
I used to use a pad every 3-4 days, but then I went to every 2 days, and now I use them every single night. I notice such a difference that I just want to always be using them. There are 60 pads per order, so the jar lasts me 2 months (using one every day).
Cleansing Balm / Glycolic Acid Peel Pads
The Face Oil #9 is a product that I absolutely cannot live without. Like I would absolutely freak out if they ever discontinued it. If you’ve never tried it, you really need to! I’ve given it as a gift several times, and everybody that I’ve ever given it to is now a devoted user.
When I first started using it years and years ago I only used it at night, but now I use it in the morning too. I just mix it with my moisturizer and my skin absolutely drinks it up. YOU WILL LOVE IT. It is a must have product for me for sure.
Colleen touts it as the ultimate in skin luxury, and I have to agree. It improves radiance. RADIANCE!
And maybe you want to restock a favorite or try the best eye cream of all time for the very first time. This eye cream is a true viral sensation. It was my personal #1 find when I first used it a couple of years ago, and it was actually in my Top 5 finds for the entire year! It’s been in y’alls Top 5 mannnnnnnnnny months as well for several years. YES, IT’S REALLY THAT GOOD.
It makes my under-eye area appear brighter and more youthful. TRULY! The formula specifically targets common issues that many of us deal with like tired and dull eyes, under-eye darkness, fine lines, dryness, and puffiness.
It’s really hard to capture how awesome the eye cream is in a picture, so you’re going to need to trust me. You can use it on its own on a fresh-faced day, but it also functions beautifully under makeup. I’m telling you, this eye cream is going to WOW you.
And just FYI: I don’t like concealer and never use it, but I think this eye cream not only does the job of an eye cream, but it also functions a bit like a concealer does. Here’s the difference though: it doesn’t settle into lines or crepiness (which is why I don’t like or wear concealer).
I obviously highly recommend this product. Like I said before, IT WILL WOW YOU.
Here’s what’s in it and what it does:
- Hyaluronic acid: helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
- Caffeine: targets puffiness and water retention.
- Pearlized pigments provide an instant brightening effect and create a radiant, glowing appearance.
- Peach coloring pigments neutralize blue undertones, helping to balance out skin tone and create a more even appearance.
- Peptites help smooth texture.
The Vitamin C Brightening Serum is one of the newer additions to my daily routine. I now use it every morning after my morning cleanse, and I put it on before I put on my moisturizer/face oil combo. It feels great going on, and I feel like it gives me a healthy glow. Plus, I know it’s just good for my skin!
It combines two skin-care superstars, 15% stabilized Vitamin C (THD Ascorbate) and the workhorse antioxidant Niacinamide. The synergistic blend helps improve the appearance of dark spots, smooth uneven skin texture, brighten dullness and defend against the impact of environmental aggressors. Over time skin appears radiant luminous, and healthy.
My mom turned me on to the Age Renewal Super Serum probably 3-4 years ago now. She uses tons of CR products, but this one is her tip top favorite. She swears that the deep smile lines she has on each side of her face were greatly reduced as a direct result of adding this product into her routine.
My mom used to not bat an eye at spending serious bucks on skincare. Like, SERIOUS bucks. She felt like her skin was important and it was worth the money to take care of it. However, after my dad retired, she started to become more mindful about the money she was spending and changed up her products. She was disappointed that her skin wasn’t looking as great as it had in the past, so she went back to the expensive lines. But after I introduced her to Colleen’s products, she was able to ditch the super pricey products, and now she only uses Colleen AND IS THRILLED WITH THE RESULTS.
So I use the Vitamin C Serum every morning, and I use the Age Renewal Super Serum every night.
Vitamin C Brightening Serum / Age Renewal Super Serum
Next up, the hair mask! DO NOT SLEEP on their hair products! THEY WILL CHANGE YOUR HAIR.
Before they came out with the conditioner, I would use small amounts of this mask as my daily conditioner. In fact, I loved how my hair felt so much after using it that I was pretty sure I wouldn’t love the conditioner as much, and I would just continue to use this mask as my conditioner.
HOWEVER, I fell in love with conditioner too, and now I use the mask more as an intensive hair treatment. My goal is to use it once a week, but the truth is, I just use it when I have some extra time to spend in the shower. Instead of using just a tiny bit like I used to, I now use a good amount, massage it all over my head, and I like to leave it in for a bit to get the full benefit. I like to leave it in for a minimum of 5 minutes, but a couple of times I’ve even been known to get out of the shower and vacuum the house or something with it in before rinsing it out.
And this mask is INCREDIBLE if your hair is really tangled for some reason. If I’ve worn a scarf or been out in wind, I always use this mask.
Quench and Shine Restorative Hair Mask
**********
AMAZON BIG SPRING SALE
Did you see my post yesterday on some of my sale picks? Click HERE if you missed it.
See all things HOME AND KITCHEN on sale HERE. Think cute Stanley’s, Dyson vacuums, coffee makers, and pillows. Stuff like that!
See all things BEAUTY on sale HERE. Think Medicube, Tula, Laneige, Laura Gellar, Supergoop, and more!
Click HERE for the Amazon outlet.
There are tons of Our Place deals on Amazon right now too! And Our Place products make great Mother’s Day gifts.
Oh! And if you need to put together some Easter baskets, click HERE!
Okay, that’s it for today y’all! See you back here tomorrow!
Shay Shull says
There are so many cute Easter dress ideas in this post!