I got to try Simply Earth’s monthly Essential Oil Recipe Box. Read through for my exclusive promo code for a $40 gift card and a review with photos of my first experience. Continue reading
Category Archives: Shopping & Deals
Craft City Slime Kit by Karina Garcia: Unboxing Video
Lucy and I open up a box full of goodies from Craft City by Karina Garcia. Video just ahead.
Barneys New York to Open First Florida Location
Shoppers rejoice: Barneys New York is headed to Bal Harbour with their first Florida location. Slated to open in 2023, the 53,000 s/f store will anchor Bal Harbour Shops as part of a $400 million expansion. Photos and renderings just ahead.
A Guide to Shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Fall is likely the last thing on anyone’s mind right now as Miami turns into the swampiest mosquito playground in the country. But the end of June also signals the onset of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, an annual shopping event, happening in July, that looks ahead to fall with brand new styles priced at big discounts. (Though July 17th is the official start date for the public, Nordstrom card holders get in as early as July 9th.) I’ve been shopping this sale for years with my personal shopper (and now very good friend, Rosi). So this year, I’ve decided to share some of my tips with anyone who wants to take advantage of the sale. Ready to update your look? Read ahead for some tried and true methods. Happy shopping! Continue reading
Luxe on a Budget
Miami is known for many things, but being budget-friendly isn’t necessarily one of them. Still, being born and raised in this city within pretty modest means will undoubtedly make you a bit of a deal hunter, like it or not. And if you’re one of the tribe that believes nice things don’t necessarily always have to be out of reach, then it’s likely you’ve figured out some of these tips for yourself. Continue reading
Review: Wantable Style Edit
I never thought I’d be one for a monthly styling subscription (being a “pear shape” isn’t easy!). But because I find myself shopping online these days pretty much 95% of the time (and often returning a good portion of what I’ve purchased), I decided to give the new Wantable Style Edit a try. I’d used them (and reviewed them) before, so when they released their first styling service for apparel recently (their intimates box has been one of my favorites for a few months now), I figured I’d give it a shot. Read ahead for all the details & pics.
Festive Finds: A Foodie Gift Guide
When Nespresso and Sur la Table asked me to participate in their Festive Finds campaign for the holidays, I knew it’d be a treat for my food-loving, coffee-consuming heart. Here’s what I found after a day of sipping espresso and shopping for home goods to make this holiday really special.
Favorite Finds: Adore Me
My inner pinup is reveling in Adore Me, a Favorite Find offering lacy lingerie, comfy sleepwear, and everything in between. Read on through for a review with pics from my first selection and info on special pricing.
BCA: 11 Ways to Shop for a Cure
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means many retailers and designers are participating by donating proceeds from certain items in support of the cause. This disease affects entirely too many men and women to let it pass without showing support, even in some small way. If you’d like to contribute or get involved, there are many ways to do so, which you can find here. But you can also do some good while you shop. Here’s a roundup of items you can purchase in support of Breast Cancer Awareness this month.
Anjolee: The Art of Custom Jewels
Few things excite as much as the endless possibilities of customizing my own piece of jewelry. Oh, Anjolee… I’ll be on your site for days.