Let’s talk 40’s….Woman in our 40’s..Ready? It’s getting real!

Outfit details: Off the shoulder top on sale here, embroidered Jeans, Sandals sold out similar here, trench coat Similar here, sunglasses here, handbag sold out similar here

Ok, let’s get real…. You know I am 46 and age hasn’t really never mattered to me. My best friend Danielle is 10 days older then I am (yes..I enjoy saying that! hehe) We have enjoyed many of our Birthday’s together…. Sweet 16, our right to vote 18, Our mom’s taking us to gamble at 21 and with each one she was a little terrified of whats was to come. She really didn’t want to turn 25 (no real reason why?) Our 30th birthday I think was her hardest (my mom said that was her hardest too) I never had a thought of our age at any year and would just giggle at her and told her “we never look our age.. it’s all good” Did you have a birthday you dreaded? Then comes then one most people dread 40…Do you know our 40th Birthday she didn’t even flinch or say one comment about turning 40…Could it have been, we finally really get comfortable about who we are at 40?

I have enjoyed every age, each has it’s plus and minus. I remember my mom saying back when I was a teenager ” I loved being a teenager but you couldn’t pay me to go back!” At that time I thought why? you loved it, it’s such a fun time and carefree…. ( it’s different being a teenager now!) Now, as I am raising young adults, I get what she was saying. I also had great teenage years and I would not go back either. I have truly embraced every age and all the lessons and joy! BUT… and there is a BIG BUT…40’s has some of the Biggest changes…some good, some challenging and some funny if you can laugh at yourself!

After 40, some funny things that happen to you that doesn’t always get talked about. Some things are kind of funny ( like the arm reach out with the menu, that we teased our parents about!) My eye’s just started having issues this year. After 46 years of 20/20 vision my mom said “D’Arcy Michelle are you wearing readers?” yup, yup I am! Cute ones here🙂 for $6.99

At 40 I noticed I was gaining weight (I was lucky and never really had a weight issue, yes everyone always wants to lose 5-10 lbs in the Summer!) but really never anything more then that. At 40 I really was struggling and my Ob Gyn Dr. said I was fine and all my blood work was fine…but I didn’t feel fine? It wasn’t until I turned 43 that I knew I wasn’t fine and searched out a solution to help me! It was having my Hormones done by a hormone specialist, let me tell you it was life changing! ( I have talked more about this in prior post Here) our hormones change at different times for each individual but most of us notice a difference in our weight, hair, skin and tiredness starting at 40. Once my hormones were regulated I felt like my old self. Hormone changes is something more woman need to share with each other and know it’s ok to talk about! It’s 2018 we can share what’s going on with our bodies at any age!

After 40 our hair thins out, yet we get more on our FACE! What…. Nobody tell’s you you’ll need these…Unless you have a make-up artist sister! “Please someone, when I can’t see any more.. pluck the hair out of my mole!” This has become a joke with a few of my girlfriends!

Skin changes not just the tightness of our skin, or the creepiness but the dryness! In the last year my skin is so dry and I can’t seem to get enough moisturizer on my face & neck. (some night’s all slather on Vaseline!) For other’s it can be the on set of adult acne, REALLY? Didn’t we already go through that as teenagers? Here is a product my girlfriends with this issue are loving! I found these couple product’s really do help with dryness Here and Here. Also drinking a ton of water helps and I have been adding this to mine, but you do really have to have a morning and night beauty routine. No more going to bed with out washing your face. I love this product to remove make up!

Our kids are older ( depending on when you had them) Which gives us freedom and our lives back with our hubby’s…. But sadly there is no more Santa clause or egg hunts! This was our first year Santa didn’t come and our first Easter without having an egg hunt. Heartbreaking “No more little’s” Don’t get me wrong as sad as that sounds… I loved those day’s and will cherish the memories…but getting to actually lay on a lounger and drink a cocktail next to my husband by the pool is quite relaxing, not having to be in the water all day and hear “mommy look at me, watch me!” and turn into a wrinkled prune:) We’ll miss those day’s without “Littles” for the brief time before our children start to have children and we get to play with those darling grand babies….it could be a short window of time for some, so take joy in that time you get to have a little time for yourself and your spouse. See 40’s isn’t that bad!

40’s can bring your periods back like when you were a teenager!! Lucky they have a procedure called an ablation. Which makes it so you won’t ever have another period without effecting your hormones. I have had several girlfriends go this route and love it! “Couldn’t do that as a teenager!”

Sleeping changes in our 40’s and a lot of it has to do with our hormones…. Progesterone help’s us sleep and we started losing it in our 30’s…. If you have issues have them check that, before reaching for sleeping aids! (once my hormones were regulated…I started sleeping like a teenager again!)

Sex…Yes I said it! Sex can be the best you’ve ever had! See 40’s has some plus’s! I won’t go into detail…but this I am guessing has a big part to do with being comfortable in your own skin…you know who you are at 40….I am sure you can take where I am going with this from here:) wink!

Life over 40….I personally feel you know who you are in your 40’s and you can be in “your own skin” Nobody to impress, your career is on it’s way, your family is established, hopefully your marriage is strong and you’ve established your true friends and support system and if your really lucky your parents are still around and healthy to enjoy them too. Let’s face it as we age they do too.

Life will always have up’s and downs, twist and turns but really age is just a number…embrace it & laugh as you go….Just make sure to look Chic at every age:) WINK:) OX, D’Arcy

Are you experiencing something you didn’t know you would or think we should talk about? Comment below let’s help each other out:)

All opinions are my own, I am not a Doctor so please seek advice from a physician. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in and this may contain affiliate links. Thank you for taking the time to read and for your support.

Spring Beauty round up & A Fresh floral outfit

Spring jacket similar here, and an affordable one here Summer dress similar here, and a floral one I love Here White wedge sandals similar here and must have bag here and another one I think you would love here!

Cult Gaia Bamboo hand bag & old Juicy ring similar one here

Hello Beautiful’s,

Today I want to share with you some of my favorite products and some new favorite’s I have found for Spring. I am having Spring fever with all this rain and grey skies in Utah, I thought I would also share my latest “ready for Spring outfit” a fresh floral look I wore over the weekend and had tons of compliments on my jacket (that is over 20 years old!) It looks new because I really do only wear it a couple times every spring…It just screams SPRING with it’s bright colors and helps cure the blues! The colors make me happy and the large flowers reminds me of the 70’s which takes me back to my childhood! I really think you should buy clothing that speaks to you and if it brings back a memory even better! Now to my Spring beauty round up….I know you will love these products like I do and I hope if you grab a couple you’ll come back here and comment your thoughts.

The perfect mask to make your skin glow! Bare minerals face mask

The product that gives your skin a little shimmer, while giving you moisture your skin needs! BodyGlow by Kopari Beauty

You know I love anything coconut and this product is perfect for a light weight oil that helps give you moisture with out being sticky. BodyOil By Kopari

A Perfect product to help you Contour like a pro….Bare minerals bronzer & highlighter

We all need a great bronzer for Summer and this one you can use all over! Buxom Bronzer

I am a sucker for a good lip gloss & it’s a plus if it has a plumper! I love all the colors and that it’s not sticky! Buxom lip gloss

I love a great nude palette, it’s perfect for that “no make up” look Buxom eyeshadow pallet

All hair types need a great hair oil to keep our hair in tip top shape, special after the dry WINTER…. kerastase-elixir-ultime-original-oil-huile-sublime-hair-oil

kerastase resistance ciment therimque hair serum

Strengthening leave-in treatment for weak, over-processed and damaged hair.

Shopping some of my personal Favorite products perfect for Spring! (really any season) I linked all the products above but I am linking the shopping sites below as well. So many great products sometimes it’s hard to choose. Happy Shopping!

Buxom Cosmetics, Kerastase, Kopari, BareMinerals

Musely Collagen & Multivitamin powder

Hello Beautiful by Musely is a collagen & multivitamin powder that you can add to coffee or your water bottle. That is suppose to increase skins firmness by 23%. We start loosing our collagen in our 20’s and because great skin doesn’t just happen with what you slather on top- it comes from within… I plan on using for 40 days and will report back to you. As I post this I noticed their having a SALE $26 instead of $35… Grab a box or 2

Are you guy’s getting Spring fever or Spring cleaning? I started Spring cleaning over the weekend as well as organizing to get ready to sell our home to down size (I shared some of my organizing in my instagram stories view in highlights) This is the longest we have lived in a house (12 years) in our 25 years together and we decided now is the time to sell and build our dream smaller house (I already started sketching) …. Just in time for Spring cleaning! Oh…the stuff I have collected over the last 12 years not to mention having owned 3 clothing stores….My props and seasonal items are out of control! So needless to say I have been working like crazy cleaning out, donating, organizing and down scaling (I’ll make sure to do a post on the whole house and every room before I de -personalize it)….I know some of you are saying “didn’t you just build your DREAM kitchen?” Yes..Yes I did and it took me years…and the counter tops go in a few day’s and I will share with you the finished product! It really is beautiful and I will miss not being able to enjoy it….sometimes that’s just the way live goes. Great things are always worth the wait!

As they say Spring is a fresh start….BOY are we getting them…. exciting things happening…..Our oldest is graduating college, I am starting a new career and we’re selling our home! Good things happen in 3’s:) I did have to keep telling my self this a couple of months ago when bad thing’s happened in 3’s & happing in our life… Every time I turned around something big was breaking…I would remind myself “good things are happening, good things are happening!” Stay positive in the mist of a storm! It’s hard to do a lot of the time, I just kept putting my faith in God and knowing he was putting us on the right path. Boy..Sometimes his timing just takes sooo long:) So as I sit here rambling on, know what ever is happening in your live good or bad there’s always a fresh path or a “Spring” start no matter the season.

May you have a wonderful Monday and go buy yourself a Spring treat you deserve it! OX, D’Arcy

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Microneedling To Transform your skin & Help with Fine Lines!

Microneedling to Transform your skin & Help with Fine Lines! Shown here my First Micro-needling, no makeup

1st micro-needling procedure. They suggest a series of 3

After 1st micro-needling procedure. Pink like sunburn and a little peeling.

Day after 1st Micro-needling. Pinkness is gone and no peeling. My skin was glowing!

2nd series micro-needling procedure

3rd series micro-needling procedure before

3rd series micro-needling procedure after, We went deeper than the 2 times before! My face looked very red and felt like a sunburn. Also, a little peeling.

3rd in the series micro-needling procedure Day after! Redness is gone, no peeling, and my black dot in my brown spot are gone. Brown spot smaller!

The Finished series of 3 micro-needling, 1 week later, no filter taken in sunlight. My skin is clearer, my brown spot is smaller, and the black spot went out of the center! My skin is dryer than normal; however, I learned this would disappear in a couple more weeks. I think overall, my skin looks clearer and less blotchy.

Skin texture after the 3 part series was finished! No filter

I had the opportunity to work with Lashed in South Ogden to experience the new trend in facials Microneedling. They should not be confused with the Vampire facial, which is similar but different because they apply a serum after the procedure with micro-needling. But after the vampire facial, they apply your own blood that has had the plasma spun. And a vampire facial has to be done by a doctor, where micro-needling needs to be done by a certified professional. I really enjoyed working with Lashed to learn more about the process.

Microneedling is a facial. It is not plastic surgery. You ask: “Then what is Microneedling? The micro-needling treatment uses a handheld needle pen to create controlled depth micro-injuries to the skin. As a result, This stimulates the skin’s natural repair process to produce collagen and elastin. Microneedling can transform your skin by increasing collagen, reducing wrinkles, shrinking pore size, decreases acne scars, even skin tone, and improve overall skin texture.

You can treat and improve many conditions with the micro-needling, such as:

-Mild to moderate acne scarring

-fine lines and wrinkles

-loose & lax skin

-skin tone and texture

-Pore size

-Sun-damaged skin

-Superficial pigmentation

-Hypo-pigmentation

-Surgical scars

-Stretch mark

-Hair loss

Depending on your goals and what problem you’re trying to fix will depend on how many treatments you’ll need. A single procedure will make a nice change, but a series of 3-6 treatments is ideal for optimal results. And Within 2 weeks, you will start to see a change that will continue for 3 months. Of course, some treatments like hair loss or stretch marks take the 6 treatments and a little while longer to see the results. Still, with minimal downtime, 12-24 hours, your skin will love you!

“Does it hurt?” You have a numbing cream applied for about 20 minutes before the procedure, and I have to say I was nervous; however, it really didn’t hurt. Because the machine’s noise sounds like going to the dentist, if that noise bothers you, you might want earplugs, but otherwise, it’s pretty quick and feels like a microdermabrasion facial. (a little sandy)

“What did I notice”… I noticed my brown spot with a black center faded a little after each process and by the 3rd was noticeably smaller and lighter. However, my skin got even dryer, and lines appeared on my cheeks, which I learned happens to some people and is part of rebuilding collagen. I was told it would go away, and my skin will be tighter in a couple of months! My skin glowed for a couple of days after the procedure, which I loved. As a result, my skin has a clearer complexion, smaller lines around my eyes and lips (I am a straw user).

“Would I recommend and would I do it again?” I would recommend this procedure to anyone looking to improve skin. And I will do this procedure again, However not every 6 weeks, but I would do it to replace a professional facial, which I do every couple of months. So, therefore, to maintain, I would do it a couple of times a year, thinking quarterly.

“How many times is recommended for a series?” For example, the first time a series of 3, unless used for hair loss or stretch marks, 4 to 6 is needed. After that, a series is done 5-6 weeks apart from each other.

Recommended Maintenance can be done every 6-9 weeks.

Price? $150 per session, but you may purchase a 3 pack for $400, so it’s a savings of $50

For more information, check out the Lashed website!

I hope you enjoyed this information and that you may have glowing skin at any age!

Here are a couple of other posts I thought you might enjoy:

7 Tula Beauty products you’ll love

12 Beauty Items I Used Up This Summer

7 At Home Beauty Hacks

This post was a collaboration with Lashed. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in! Thank you for the support.

Note: I am not a doctor, and this is all my personal opinion.

Fuel your day with Jamba Juice

Happy Saturday beautiful’s!

I am lucky to partner with Jamba juice to share with you Jamba juices new “Fuel your day the Jamba way” Campaign! It’s so important to start your day off with eating something more important to start your day fueling your body with something healthy! Many of us are rushed and just don’t have time to make something at home. I was so excited to learn about Jamba Juices new “Fuel you day menu” Healthy options to start your day off right. Breakfast sandwiches, wraps and oatmeal.

I love a good oatmeal! My way maybe not so healthy because I love Brown sugar, butter and milk! Jamba Juice offers steel cut organic oatmeal with soy milk and you can customize with any 2 toppings which you can pick from….Blueberries, apples, strawberries, fresh bananas, nuts, brown sugar, shredded coconut and honey. Mix any combination for a healthy boost of energy to start your day. I choose Apples and brown sugar, Delicious! (oatmeal with soy milk is 200 calories before adding toppings)

The breakfast sandwiches sounded delicious and I will go back and try a few. Here is what they added to the line up… A turkey sausage, roasted red pepper & Gouda breakfast sandwich, 2nd is a bacon, roasted tomato & spinach breakfast sandwich, 3rd is a Spinach and cheese wrap, 4th is a Turkey sausage and cheese wrap. All made with Whole food ingredients for “a whole lot of goodness!” All under 300 calories

Jamba juice also added cold brew coffee blend smoothies to their menu for those of you that needs that little jolt in the morning! Two choice for you coffee lovers…

The Lotta Horchata which is a cold brew coffee with cinnamon, chia seeds, honey, almond milk and non fat yogurt. A small has 210 calories. Sounds super yummy right?

The 2nd is called the La Vida Mocha which is also a cold brew coffee with chocolate moo’d nonfat frozen yogurt. A small is 290 calories. My hubby is a big coffee fan and he loved this drink!

Really running short on time? You can place your order online and have it ready for a quick pick up! www.Jambajuice.com

$2.00 off right now if you order a breakfast sandwich and smoothie. Coupon on website orders.

I hope you have a wonderful Saturday and that you get a chance to go try Jamba Juices new items! OX, D’Arcy

In Partnership with Jamba Juice. All opinions are my own.

Staying “Well” through Flu season!

flu season remedy

Hello Beautiful’s!

February… normally a cold and dark Winter month. This year Utah really hasn’t had a Winter! I heard the other day its been 70 years since Utah has had a winter with this little snow! But no snow doesn’t mean that the flu season would stay away too! Even though we all wish it would stay away! Yuck, Nobody wants to be sick and I haven’t been sick in over 8 years. I have found a way to keep that flu away….even in the full swing of flu season! I learned about Oscillococcinum by Boiron from a friend 8 years ago and it’s changed how my family and I get through flu season! Oscillococcinum is a Homeopathic medicine that is safe for ages 2 -up. It reduces the duration and severity of flu symptoms and if you take it just as you are feeling worn down or have the start of a flu symptom you can avoid the flu all together, special if you take a Zinc and up your Vitamin C.

Oscilloccinum is a product you can get anywhere really. The market, Target, CVS, even Costcos has it. It is Quick dissolving pellets that taste like sugar. I swear by this product and tell everyone I know about this crazy named medicine! Note: It’s an expensive product but totally worth every penny! It say’s on box take every hour, I do not take every hour! I take 1 or 2 a day depending on how I am feeling.

At the market or Drug store it’s $34-37 for a box of 30 I linked you to a deal for $24.23

Vitamin C is great for immune health and an essential nutrient that not only supports immune system but helps Cardiovascular and bone health. I use the Spring Valley brand, 1000mg with rose hips. Because I can buy a huge jar of it a Costco. So really you can use what ever brand you like

Costcos is $12-14 I linked you to a best selling brand on amazon $19.99

Zinc cold remedy is also a homeopathic product you take at the first sign of a cold. It melts in your mouth and you cannot drink anything for 15 min. I swear this product takes away a sore throat! You can purchase Zinc anywhere medicine is sold and I always buy the generic brand because its 1/2 the price!

You can find these at every price point so I linked you to a Best seller on Amazon.

I hope you can stay healthy this season and for many more. OX, D’Arcy

Please note: I am not a Doctor, this is just a tip I wanted to share with you on how my family and I stay healthy.

Men’s gift guide for Valentine’s Day

1.Happy Socks 7 Pack Day Of The Week Gift Box

HOUSEOFFRASER.CO.UK Happy Socks 7 Pack Day Of The Week Gift Box Dress socks. who doesn’t want fun printed socks? Happy feet with Happy socks! Grabbing this fun collection of socks for your man will make his week!

2. Ray-Ban Aviator ‘RB3025’ Unisex Gold Frame Light Brown Gradient Lens $134 OVERSTOCK.COM Treat a friend or partner with a stylish and useful gift with these unisex aviator sunglasses, sporting a timeless, old-fashioned look which doesn’t fail to win compliments. These glasses feature brown gradient lenses with 100 percent UV protection to provide strong protection.

3. EAZO – Leather Laptop Bag WOLFANDBADGER.COM

Crafted from the vintage-look leather, this highly functional laptop bag is designed to tote your laptop and some accessories. It is large enough for storing a laptop (up to 14”). And it has other interior pockets for storing things like your charger, a few books, and mobile phone. This

4. Mens Personalized Leather Bracelet, Custom Initial Tag, Gift for Man

$72 ETSY.COM

Rugged and masculine, these beautiful, leather braided bracelets make the perfect gift for your guy on any occasion! The texture combined with our rustic, handmade, sterling silver pendant is fabulous! The dog tag pendant edges are rustic and textured, hand carved and can be personalized. Make a perfect gift for the man in your life.

5. Jack Black Power Trip Travel Set

$52 BELK.COM

Jack Black Power Trip Travel Set. A well-rounded skin care travel set that includes our best-selling products to keep your looking and feeling his best for any itinerary. Everything you need for the face, beard, body, and lips. My men love this travel set and makes a great Valentine’s day gift for the men in your life.

6.Calvin Klein Euphoria, Eternity and Obsession Mens Fragrance Set

$40 SAKSOFF5TH.COM

This set is the perfect gift to help your man smell amazing this Valentine’s day. Set includes: Euphoria men, 0.5 oz.; Eternity for men, 0.5 oz.; Eternity for men (aqua), 0.5 oz.; Obsession, 0.5 oz. Made by Calvin Klein.

7.Orange Teal & Black Oversize Fuzzy Blanket Scarf

$13 LUXURYDIVAS.COM

Words can simply not describe how amazingly soft and luxurious this blanket scarf really is. Made from fuzzy material, this scarf promises to become one of your winter favorites you will continually reach for again and again.. Plush and luxurious, stay warm without compromising on style with this fashionable blanket scarf.. The simple neutral color pattern makes this scarf easy to pair with all your outerwear. This scarf is ideal for both men and women, and presents itself as a wonder gift when received. Living in Utah my Hubby and boys do like a nice scarf, specially one that is soft & cozy.

8.Nature Lover Gift Oak Moss, Candle Oak moss Candle, Earthy Candle

$13 ETSY.COM

Oak moss: Oak moss is a complex aromatic scent, for men and women alike. This scent has mild jasmine and rose, oak and patchouli, and a slight hint of musk. All a to z candles are made with high quality 100 non-genetically modified soy wax, cotton wicks, and premium fragrance oils. Their products are always cruelty-free and vegan. Wax will always be naturally colored, they don’t use added chemicals. Candle specs: size: 4oz 2 5/8′ h x 2 1/4′ d burn time: 30 hours single wick size: 9oz 3 1/2′ h x 2 3/4′ d burn time: 70 hours single wick size: 16oz 4 1/4′ h x 3 3/4′ d burn time: 100 hours double wick this fragrance is also available in: tin candles tea lights wax melts car fresheners reed diffusers room body sprays head over to their main shop page at atozcandles.etsy.com

Nothing is more romantic then a candle for Valentine’s day and this masculine candle makes for a great gift.

9.Sawdust Is Man Glitter 11oz White Mug

$15 ETSY.COM

These designs are high quality printed in the USA and won’t wear off like other printing methods can. Their mugs are microwave and dishwasher safe fda approved 11 and 15 ounces design printed on front and back made from the highest grade ceramic printed and sublimated in the united states. All of their mugs are made to order so give yourself enough time when ordering.

10.Personalized monogram gift sports water bottle

$22 ZAZZLE.COM

Personalized monogram gift sports water bottle. Black and white Stainless steel metallic color. Sporty gift idea for coach, players, team mates and sports fans. Modern typography design with custom name, funny quote, slogan or monogram. Create your own unique monogrammed drink bottle. Suitable for men women and kids / children. Cute Birthday party presents for dad, son, grandson, father, friend, mom, boy, girl, business partner, co worker etc. Available in different colors and size. 18oz or 24 oz drink ware for athletic team, basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, golf, baseball, softball, swimming, dancing etc. Who doesn’t need a great water bottle?

11. 24 pc. Signature Chocolate Truffles Gift Box | GODIVA

$52 GODIVA.COM

Godiva Chef Chocolatiers used their creative expertise and the latest techniques along with the finest ingredients to create an intense flavor experience. Featuring the finest dark chocolate and milk chocolate , these chocolate truffles are bound to impress anyone. Pay special attention to the intricacies of each unique truffle in this gift box. For example, the Aztec Spice cocoa truffle features flavorful spices and is topped with red cocoa. This and other pieces make this one of the most delicious chocolate truffles gift boxes to give someone (or enjoy on your own). My hubby and boys just love chocolate and this big box of truffles wouldn’t last long in our home!

12. Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa MiX

Ghirardelli’s Sweet Ground Chocolate & Cocoa Mix offers a wonderfully rich and complex chocolate flavor
Serve as a hot or cold beverage, or use in your favorite recipes for a sweet, rich taste that’s unforgettable
The gold standard for making exceptional mochas and amazing baked goods. Made with real Ghirardelli chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla.
Hot coco is a perfect winter drink to cozy up with this Valentine’s day and makes a great gift to add to the above mug. You can never have to many cute mugs & hot coco.

I have a house of boys so finding fun Valentines gift’s that they will enjoy and be able to use throughout the year is a task. (except food items….those last about a day!) I created this list from items I have given them or plan on giving them. I know they’ll love whats on this list, I hope you do too!

I’ll be sharing more things to make your Valentine’s day special in the upcoming day’s make sure to check back. Is there anything you would like to see ? OX, D’Arcy

5 Things to do for the perfect & easy girl’s weekend!

Main street, Park City, Ut.

Sisters… Girlfriend’s weekend day in Park City for Sundance!

Girl’s weekend=Sundance, Park City, Ut. for a day of shopping, photoshoots, and yummy food!

Soft Pretzel, Beer cheese, and Blue moon beer

I adore black and white stripes… A restaurant that serves a Black and white stripe straw is a winner in my book! Sometimes it really is just the small things!

Chicken burger and fries at The Spur in Park city

Epic Hydrating mask

Last weekend we had an impromptu girl’s weekend at home! Not planned in any way, and I sometimes feel that’s the best kind! My sister Tiana was in town on business for Sundance, and we realized her Friday night and Saturday were free. So I called two of my other girlfriends and said, “come over for a simple dinner & drinks” they said they’d love to! (they happen to be kid-free!) YAY! No planning went into it at all. I used what I had at home, Quiche, soup, and some rolls. Super easy and no extra fuss. We even said, “wear something cozy and bring an overnight bag just in case!” This led to a fun night of good talks, laughter, and even a few good tears staying up until 1 am, leading to a sleepover.

We woke up on Saturday to Sharon making scone’s a mix that she brought from her home served with yummy jam. Delicious! We stayed in our Pj’s being lazy ALL day on the couch… watching the Hallmark channel. I tried out some home beauty treatments (full treatment steps here), then we made a quick & easy dinner and planned our Sunday in Park City. Still in our Pj’s…

Our Sunday plans really weren’t all that big…A little shopping, (Park city’s Tjmax has great finds) My sister said we should all buy these, (Which of course we’re going to take her beauty advice and all bought a set!) cafe’ sitting with people watching, a photoshoot, shopping the main street and finding a place we haven’t tried YET to eat! (WINK) we love to head over to Park City a lot for a change of scenery. My Sister had appointments in the morning, so she had to meet us just a touch later. With no set schedule, we just rolled with how the day took shape. When you have a small group of 2-4, it’s easy to roll with the punches and not set a schedule.

The girlfriend bond is so important and really special when you can share your heart with no judgment. I am lucky to have a great group of girls that truly are a blessing in my life, and I love it when we can have lunch, a movie night, or even a quick drink on the deck. Having a whole weekend is rare, and I think really important for our girl bonding and that little break from family life. I think it helps us to be better moms and wives.

Here are my 5 Things to do for the easy perfect girl’s weekend!

Don’t plan too much… It Makes for no stress and an easy weekend.
Use food from your pantry, maybe have a girlfriend bring something she has on hand.
Plan to stay in your pj’s and be lazy for 1 whole day.
Drag out your masks, facial creams, and manicure stuff.
Have an outing, a hike, a day trip, or a meal out.

Doing these 5 things will ensure you have a relaxing, well-rounded weekend with the girls.

A much-needed weekend with just the girls was just what I needed to relax, refocus and share stories to catch up—the perfect amount of laziness and girl time.
If you haven’t had a day or weekend with just the girls, you really need to treat yourself.

Need any other Girl’s weekend tips or ideas? Leave a comment below; I’d love to help!

*I wish I would have taken more photo’s over the weekend. (you would have liked our pj’s and face masks) I didn’t think I would write about it, and then I realized it’s a great topic. Who doesn’t want affordable idea’s to do something fun with the girlfriends?

Found… My New Favorite Jeans!

Vince Camuto booties and Kut from the Kloth Jeans

Embroidered Jacket, Velvet top, Connie ankle jeans, Chanel Sunglasses similar and Studded booties

Winter outfit, cozy cream sweater with side zip, leopard fur vest, cream Gianni Bini booties

Connie Side Slit ankle skinny jeans by Kut from the Kloth

Grommet sleeve detail sweatshirt, Connie Skinny jeans by Kut from the Kloth, boots by Freebird, leopard clutch and turquoise jewelry

Grommet Detail sleeve sweatshirt, Connie Skinny jeans by Kut from the Kloth, leopard clutch and Turquoise jewelry, lace up boots Freebird

Side zipper detail sweater paired with Connie dark skinny jeans and cream bootie

Faux fur sweater, Cream sweater, Denim connie ankle jeans, cream suede booties Gianni Bini,Heart sun glasses, Giving key necklace

Found…My New Favorite Jeans!

Finding your new favorite jeans at an affordable price just got easier….

You know I love the brand Kut from the Kloth! I have made references prior. Here is a detailed prior post… I love that Kut from the Kloth is a brand that Chic Style Clothing boutique carries and they make sure to carry ALL the new releases for each season along with the Boutique exclusives. Last season Kut made the Connie frayed Ankle skinny in a dark wash with modell in it! It feels like butter and fits like a glove. I fell in love and grabbed 2 pairs of the frayed bottom cuties….WELL….For Spring they designed this FAB jean with a cute side slit and unstructured hem, perfect paired with booties. This jean fits amazing and truly fits every body type from 0-14 petite or tall and looks great with anything you pair with it. I love the way it fits, feels and that you can go from casual to dressy with its dark wash. Do yourself a favor and grab a pair or two!

I really tried to show you several types of outfits you could wear with these fabulous jeans, hoping to show you how versatile they really are. Come Spring they’ll look great with tees and tanks paired with your favorite wedges and kicks.

All of the Clothing Above is from Chic Style Clothing boutique in South Ogden. You can shop local to grab your unique pieces or call the shop at 801-749-0664 and order over the phone as their website is always changing and has some of their best sellers.

Hoping you have a wonderful week! Have any question? Please leave a comment below and I’ll be happy to try to help! OX, D’Arcy

This is my personal opinion. In collaboration with Chic Style Clothing boutique.

2018 Active Wear Trends That’ll Take you from the Studio to the Street

Senita Agility long sleeve

Senita fierce workout pants

Senita easy cardigan active wear

Senita High waisted Capris

Senita High waisted capris…. I love the pocket detail & large enough to hold your phone! Brilliant!

Senita keyhole tee…Great movement for the studio, yet stylish for streetwear!

Senita Space between top….perfect for your favorite class & cute enough to dress up with a lace bralette and leather jeans

Love your Melon
Beanie smoked speckled pom pom beanie

Love your Melon
natural beanie

Love your Melon
knit headband

Misfit Shine 2 Fitness & Sleep Monitor

Hello Beautiful’s,

Activewear is still strong and making big trends in 2018. I am loving this brand Sentia

With life being busy and many liking the minimalist trend it’s nice to get multiple uses out of items in our closet. That doesn’t stop in active wear, ONE of the big trends in active wear is having piece’s that will take you from the studio to the street with ease.

It’s all in the detail’s….Cute cutouts, great fabrics that fit well yet have special details. Sentia is a company owned by sister’s and ran by all woman, they understand what woman want and the attention to detail in their sportswear line shows.

Leggings with mesh details add style yet breathable and add that Fashionable detail you can wear with a cute sweater perfect for the street. You can wear sneakers or your Ugg boots. Cute cut out tee’s and mixed fabrics make a work out shirt perfect to pair with jeans. I’ve been living in my easy cardigan, just enough to keep me warm after a workout and cute enough to layered over my favorite rocker tee’s for running errands or heading to the movies.

Love your Melon

Knit beanies have been all the rage for a couple of years NOW. Who doesn’t love a super soft beanie or headband to keep your head warm or wear on a bad hair day! What I love even more then super soft beanie is a product that gives back. Love Your Melon worked to develop a beanie that is soft enough for children battling cancer. Fifty percent (50%) of profit from the sale of all Love Your Melon products is given to Love Your Melon’s nonprofit partners in the fight against pediatric cancer. Their nonprofit partners work in the field of pediatric oncology, fund cancer research initiatives and provide immediate support for families of children battling cancer. All of their products are made in the United States of America.

Now taking that beanie from working out to the street comes with ease, their too cute to wear just to work out it! I have been wearing mine all Winter from outside work outs to Casual date nights. So soft you’ll want several colors.

Misfit Shine 2

Automatically tracks steps, distance, calories, and light and restful sleep

Vibration alerts for call and text notifications, movement reminders, and alarms

Smart button enabled to control connected household devices

Swim proof, anodized aluminum disc with multicolor LED progress display and time

Non-charging, replaceable battery last up to 6 months

Reflective band option features a sleek, reflective accent that reflects light in even the dimmest conditions – so you can stay safe and in style at all times.

I have been using this awesome fitness tracker for a couple of months now. I love it! I love keeping track of my daily steps, it helps keep me motivated if I haven’t moved enough that day to get up and walk. It’s easy to wear, looks fashionable and I find it interesting to see how I really sleep, with the sleep tracker and best of all I don’t have to charge it. What no charging? Has a battery like a regular watch… Brilliant!

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Did you catch our Segment on Fox13 The Place?

Here’s the Link incase you missed it. Studio to Street

Have a great day! OX, D’Arcy

Fox13 The Place sportswear segment featuring, Senita, Misfit and love your melon

My model’s Katie Brown & Britney Beus

Top 10 Favorite Beauty & lifestyle products from 2017

14 day Teatox, a Daytime Detox, and a bedtime cleanse for weight loss.

Skinny Pop sea salt popcorn in its own movie microwave box

Md complete Anti aging, Retinol Vitamin C and 3 Day Booster pack

Creek Baby, Coconut body cream

Cyantific skin care line, 3 piece skin care system

Boh Tea, A Gold blend of rich golden Cameron Highlands smooth flavor tea.

Good Virtues co. Hair products, Happy & Heavenly Clarifying shampoo, Helpful & Delightful Clarifying conditioner

Arawak Face powder, Handcrafted & Organic translucent powder

Fancy Feet foot petals

All natural Whitening Toothpaste perfect for everyday use

Hello Beautiful’s!

My Top 10 Favorite Beauty & lifestyle products from 2017.

I thought you would love a round up of some of my favorite products I was lucky to try, review or sample from 2017. I have been lucky to work with a lot of companies and brands that I have loved and some not so much over the last year. Please know I always give my honest review and truly share my thoughts and results. I really enjoyed a ton of products in 2017 and here’s my top 10 Favorite products that I am still using in 2018.

All of these products really helped my skin, my feet and a little help controlling my weight. With one little self indulgent… Tea, as a tea lover I found a brand that has me trying different teas and I am so enjoying it.

BooTea = A 14 day Tea cleanse= This cleanse is great for a Holiday detox or a jump start for a new diet. I did this last year after Christmas and it helped get me back on my regular eating habits after the indulgences from the Holiday’s. I will be starting it again this year in the Next week. It’s simple, drink a cup every morning and 1 night tea every other night for 14 day’s. You’ll be less bloated and your cravings from the Holiday’s will be lessened. I know mine sure did….I even lost about 5 lbs. Here’s to a jump start!
SkinnyPop
“Skinny Pop believes in snacking without compromise. That means using the fewest, cleanest and simplest ingredients possible to bring you the best tasting popcorn. Whole grain popcorn, natural sunflower oil and the perfect amount of salt combine together to give you a delicious snack that you can feel great about eating everyday @ 39 calories per cup” – That’s the Skinny! I like the Sea Salt pop corn and it really is a great snack that helps keep me full. If it’s a little to simple for you, you can sprinkle it with season salt. Seasonings a great alternative to using butter or oil.
Md Complete
- Simple 3-day regimen designed to replicate the benefits of professional peels
- Helps to even skin tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles, smooth rough texture, and brighten complexion.
- If you’ve been following me for a while, then you’ll know I love face masks. I do one every Sunday! It’s important to take care of your skin at every age. As we age our skin needs different products and has different concerns it’s important to find products that work for your skin and it’s ok to try out different products or try a new mask weekly.
- Retinol Vitamin C Concentrate
  - Unlike other serums this product is pure concentrate — it’s not diluted with water (which is often the first ingredient in other products).
  - Provides dermatologist levels of Retinol, as much as 5-10 times higher than other products.
  - Ideally suited for derma rolling, with naturally derived essential acids, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C.
  - I have been reading when we age our Skin really needs Vitamin C and to help with winkles Retinol in your skin regimen is very important so a combination of both in 1 bottle made great sense. I have noticed a difference in my skin since I’ve been using, the glow and the texture is improving specially on my neck.

4. Coconut Body cream . Creek Baby Coconut Body Crème is 100% Pure Organic Coconut Oil has no smell, which is great for moisturizing and then you can use your favorite fragrance. Tip: I use the coconut oil in the shower after I dry off and that helps keep me moisturized in the dry Winter. I do use it year round for soft skin.

5. Cyantific Skin care line- Each product not only helps to protect the skin from damage, but also hydrates to dramatically minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and leaves skin looking clearer, more radiant, helping to preserve beauty at every age. I used this line All summer and I loved what it did for my skin. I knew my mom would love it too. I gave this to my mom for her birthday in October and she loves it.

Something I have learned in my years is that its great to find skin care lines that you love and get great results with. Remember to change seasonally, I personally change brands and products with the season. It’s good not to use the same products for years. Step out of your comfort zone and try something new.

6. BOH Tea– It’s no secret I prefer tea over coffee. Having the chance to try a couple variety’s of BOH tea’s made me switch from good old Lipton and Tazo tea to the rich bold flavor of Boh’s cameron gold blend.

7. Good Virtues– Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner….I am a big Dry shampoo user and I was told it’s important to find a good Clarifying shampoo. It helps your scalp and hair from using hair products and dry shampoo. I have loved the smell and how it cleans my hair. This product is good to use 1-2 times a week.

8. Arawak Face powder– I have always used translucent powder and this organic powder works perfectly over your favorite foundation or without. Has a great natural powder blends with almost any skin tone and is a powerful acne treatment. Better than mineral makeup!

9. Fancy Feet– Give your favorite pair of shoes a comfortable makeover from the inside out. These cushions ease pressure on the ball of your foot and prevent your feet from sliding all over the place. Give your feet a “fancy” they’ll love you!

10. Whitening toothpaste– Whitening Fluoride Toothpaste lightens teeth without peroxide while preventing cavities and plaque formation. This gentle, vanilla mint formula freshens breath and provides a clean, just-brushed feeling that lasts all day. I have tried all kinds of whitening stripes, tablets, toothpastes and trays. All make your teeth super sensitive and cost a fortune. I’ve been using for 6 months now and keeps my teeth white with no sensitivity. My whole family uses this toothpaste and has lightened my husbands teeth 1 full shade. It’s safe to use pregnant, everyday and for kids. BUY IT NOW Here $20.00

I hope you enjoyed my recap of my favorite 10 products of 2017! Ox, D’Arcy

This is All my personal thoughts, feelings and personal opinion.

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