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TROUSERS I’VE BEEN WEARING LATELY

I don't know about y'all, but I'm really really loving the trends & styles right now, trousers being up there as a favorite. I've loved reaching for them to elevate an outfit OR to make something feel more effortless. That sounds contradictory but truly, with how the trend is playing out, I think you can accomplish both. Personally, I've been wearing them mostly with chunky sandals but also love the look of them with sneakers. It's nice to change things up from jeans and if you shop right, they can be even more comfortable. Keep reading for my favorite trousers broken down by category. ...

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My Favorite $8 Mascara

Admittedly, I tend to buy pricey cosmetics. You know I can't pass up a Sephora run. But I have found an $8 drugstore mascara that honestly works better than the expensive stuff. Trust me when I tell you I've tried many (many) brands and this is the one I keep going back to. ...

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5 Fall Candles I’m Loving Right Now

Not going to lie, this post makes me REALLY excited. I know I'm early but I'm one of those people who always jump the gun on fall because I simply can't help it. Find me burning all the candles, wearing all the sweaters (truly, here's what I've been wearing) and doing all the fall things, even while it's 100 degrees in Dallas. ...

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My #1 Tip for Glowy Foundation

It's no secret I want glowy, hydrated skin. Aside from skincare (which is most important IMO) the best way to achieve glowy skin is when you mix foundation with a liquid highlighter. I love the Valentino Beauty V-Lighter in Rosa for that glowy foundation look and I knew I had to test it out when I saw it had over 2.4K reviews. ...

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Tips for Dressing a Larger Chest + The Best Bras

As promised, I wanted to share some of my best tips for dressing a larger chest. When I first mentioned that I was going to be getting a breast reduction, a lot of y'all said you were shocked because you hadn't noticed my large chest before. And honestly, it's because I've spent the last 15+ years doing my best to hide my chest. I know everyone feels differently about their own body and I'm not saying there's anything wrong with a large chest (obviously), but for me, it was always an area of discomfort - both literally and figuratively. I never liked the attention that sometimes comes with a large chest so I did my best to essentially hide and minimize them. ...

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How I’m Recovering From My Breast Reduction + FAQs on the Surgery

I've been working on this post for about a week now because I wanted to make sure it was as comprehensive and helpful as possible. I also wanted to give my healing a couple weeks so that I would be better equipped to fully answer a lot of the questions, and to see how recovery went after the initial few days.  ...

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The Nordstrom Sale Is Ending—Don’t Miss These Picks

Alright y'all, it's officially last call for the 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I've already covered the sale somewhat extensively but if you haven't had time to shop the sale, now is the time since it ends on the 31st. ...

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A “Coastal Grandma Chic” Look On a Budget

 Despite the Texas heat, I am loving the "coastal grandma chic" vibe. Which basically includes linens, light sweaters, relaxed silhouettes and comfortable footwear. Whether you're escaping the heat this summer or visiting Italy (like the rest of Instagram), this look will get you through fall. ...

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HOSTESS GIFTS TO HAVE ON HAND

I've been meaning to write this post since the holidays LAST YEAR but you know how things go. After writing out What to Gift New Mamas, I thought it would be helpful to also curate some of my favorite hostess gifts to have on hand. We're all busy and I find it nice to stock up on a few things so that I always have something to bring the host, without stressing about it last-minute. I hope you find these ideas helpful and would love if you could leave anything you like to gift in the comments. ...

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My Thoughts After Using a Personal Trainer for 6 Months

2022 was finally the year that I wanted to stop putting things off, including a serious workout routine. As a mom to young boys, a business owner, a wife, a friend...you know how it goes, it was feeling like I had so many things that I wanted to do but would reserve them for 'next year'. Even with my breast reduction (which I'll be recovering from by the time you read this), it was something I had wanted for literally decades but never made the appointment...until I did. ...

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