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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Hello Pretty Ladies, I have shared with you that we are getting ready to list our home and researching ways to make the processes easier and faster. Here are “7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready” Put on your seatbelts – we are going on a crazy ride! Selling your home right now is a great idea financially, but it can also be very overwhelming to do. You might be wondering, “where do I even start?” I’m here to help! Here are a few ways to get your home sell-ready:

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Fix any issues

First up: fix any issues before you consider listing them. You could tackle this two ways: only fix the issues that are very apparent (like holes in the walls) so that prospective buyers are more attracted to the home and make a better offer. Or fix as many issues (seen and unseen) that you know of to have a better inspection report come back. I prefer only to tackle sight seen issues because once you get the inspection report back, they will make repair requests…and even if you fix a lot beforehand, you WILL have things that pop up on your inspection, so you might as well fix only what you have to unless there is an actual serious issue that could deter buyers.

 

Meet with your agent and figure out a price

Once you prepare your home, your next step is to meet up with your agent (if you are using one!) to figure out a price. Right now, prices are wild, and it can be tough to know what price you should list your home at, so I recommend trusting a real estate agent that knows what they are doing. Of course, you want the most bang for your buck, and pricing it yourself could land you a bad deal. However, at the end of the day, any deal that YOU think works for you is a good deal.

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Get everything deep cleaned.

Right before your listing goes on the market, you will want to declutter, de-personalize, and get your home deep cleaned so that it shines and looks its best! Of course, if you don’t have the time for this or want it in tip-top shape, you could always hire this out. Professional cleaners have the potential to do WONDERS when it comes to making your home look (and smell) great! This is definitely a must before letting people into your home when they are making a potentially life-changing offer.

 

Post your home on Facebook

When everything is live, go ahead and post your listing on Facebook. You could even post before your home goes live to gain traction and potentially get an off-market deal. However, doing this runs the risk of you getting less money overall because when it is on the market right now, you will (without fail!) have a bidding war, which will up the total price you get for the sale of your home. Nevertheless, posting on Facebook is always a great thing to quickly get people in the door!

 

Negotiate once you have a potential buyer

Once you have found a buyer, it’s time for negotiations! Everything can be negotiated, so don’t leave anything on the table. At the end of the day, it’s a seller’s market, and you have the option to get back-up offers, just in case something falls through. During negotiations, be kind, but make sure you are not bending to make an unreasonable request. This is the hardest part. You’ve got this!

 

Find a new home

Once you get through the hardest part, it’s not time for the fun! Finding a home of your own! Make your list of what you need and what you want, then set up an official home search. To make a competitive offer in this market, talk with your agent. With a lot of homes, they are moving quickly, and they are only willing to accept the best offer with a clean contract. Keep that in mind when house hunting, but make sure you don’t settle for something less than great!

 

Move!

Last but not least, the final step in this entire process is moving! This can be overwhelming and stressful, and nobody LOVES to do it themselves. To take care of that, hire it out instead. There are great companies out there that can help you with the moving process – like Movin’. They are residential movers and office movers in Salt Lake City, and they go above and beyond to ensure that all of their clients are 100% satisfied. After all, word-of-mouth reviews are their best reference! They say, “Moving is never fun. From the packing to the heavy lifting, it’s a big project that’s tough to handle on your own. So when you need to enlist the help of local movers headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, Provo-Orem, UT Metropolitan Statistical Area, and surrounding areas, you’ll want to find an experienced and well-equipped company to handle your move. When searching for moving companies near you, look no further than Movin’.”

 

Here are a few things, I have found that help your home smell good, I use them for cleaning and Items I organized to have cupboards and closets looking clean and tidy!

Shop below:

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready”  I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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7 Mother’s Day Gift Guides You Need

7 Mother’s Day Gift Guides You Need

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

Hello Pretty ladies,

I can’t believe we are nearing the end of April already and fast approaching May. This means Mother’s day is right around the corner. We’re right at the two-week mark before Mother’s day. So, I thought I would share 7 Mother’s Day Gift Guides You Need to help you pick the best gift for your mom, sister, or motherly figure in your life you adore. 

I’ve always loved giving gifts that I love, use, and enjoy. With this in mind, I created 7 Mother’s day gift-giving guides you really can’t go wrong with choosing an item or two from. You might even want something for yourself. 

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

Gifts under $50.

  1. Charlotte Tilbury= Pillow Talk Lipstick, Liner
  2. Beaded Hoop earrings I wear a couple of times a week, Lightweight and in several colors.
  3. Capri Blue Volcano candle= The best selling candle when I had my stores and remains a best seller for me on my blog and Ltk. A scent everyone loves, works all year long, and burns for over 80 hours.
  4. Glass Match Holders– Not only pretty on a bookshelf, functional for your home. 3 colors are available. 
  5. Uncommon James= Square hoop earrings, these come in two sizes, and I own both sizes and one of my most worn earrings. It’s a fun play on a hoop and looks great with all outfits.
  6. Tarte Glow Pallet=A Great highlighter, bronzer, and glow pallet, that every Beauty lover would love.

Shop My favorite gifts below:

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

Have a little higher budget?  Your mom would love these Bestsellers

  1. New Balance tennis shoes= I can’t say enough about these shoes! So comfy goes with everything, and comes in several colorways.
  2. Pillow case= Every mom needs a satin pillowcase. Helps with wrinkles and a goodnight’s sleep.
  3. Soft Throw= Barefoot dreams dupe throw. Feels just like the real thing with significant savings.
  4. Colleen Rothschild=, Any Beauty kit from CR will make mom happy!
  5. Mama Sweatshirt= I purchased a similar one last year and have worn it to death! Your mom will love it too!
  6. The Perfect Maxi dress= I mean that! Finally, a dress mom will wear a Spring and Summer!

Shop the post below:

 

 

A few more Cute mom Sweatshirts below:

 

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

 

Shop Gifts for Entrepreneurs:

 

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

Shop the guide for Beauty lovers:

 

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

  1. Tocca perfume sampler= Every mom loves good-smelling & pretty things. A great collection of Perfume
  2. Designer Book set= A collection of 4 fashion design house mini books, perfect for styling a bookshelf or for that designer=loving mom. 
  3. Beautiful pitcher= Perfect for the entertaining mom. Serve a yummy lemonade or hold pretty flowers.
  4. Colleen Rothchild= Hand cream is the best hand cream ever.
  5. Planter=Fun & unique planter for the plant-loving mom
  6. Fuzzy slippers= so good and fluffy and a steal at $12
  7. Apple Watch= Something I didn’t know I would love so much!
  8. Mama bracelet stacks= Boy mama, girl mama, grandmother…. the perfect little arm candy stack MOM30 for 30% off 
  9. Hobo Wallet= Lauren wallet is the best wallet you could ever own. Holds everything, has plenty of compartments, and even holds a phone and lip gloss. I love it has double sides. Best gift! ( this was one of my shop’s best sellers year after year.)

Shop Mother’s day favorites below:

 

 

 

Shop clothing mom will love below:

 

 

7 Mother's Day Gift Guides You Need

Fresh Flowers purchase Here

Vase purchase Here

 

Places to Shop in Louisianna 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a recap of our Live “7 Mother’s Day Gift Guides You Need” See what Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “7 Mother’s Day Gift Guides You Need!”  I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

Hello Pretty ladies, Spring is here, which means Summer is around the corner! This means spending more time outdoors, and Beach & Lake Vacations are fast approaching. I love nothing more than spending time on the water. Whether poolside or beachside. How about you? Do you have a warm-weather vacation coming up? I have 4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life you will love, not only because they’re so cute but because they pack well too.

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

Cabana Life resort wear is perfect for the whole family. Clothing that protects you, Spf 50, and UV ray protection. Who doesn’t want a little more protection from the sun? 

I love that Cabana Life clothing can take you from the beach to lunch. It’s fashionable and practical.  Every piece travels well, along with not taking up a lot of space. Personally, I love that every collection has a matching swimsuit. I am making packing even more effortless.

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

I took several pieces to Palm Beach, Florida, and it helped me pack and organize my outfits. It can also mix and match some of the collections, like in this outfit above: From the Jetties & Nantucket Collection. The colors work together. Even though the patterns are different, it makes for a fun combination. Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns. As long as the colors are the same, it works out great.

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life
4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life
4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

Shop My Cabana Life Looks below:

 

Shop Cabana Life and SAVE 20% with code DARCY20

The terry cloth tunics have long been one of my favorite pieces from Cabana Life. I love how you can wear it as a  bathing suit cover-up and a dress…. But it’s even cute, worn as a tunic paired with linen pants. A very versatile piece that takes you from the pool to the street.

Fashion tip: It’s always a good rule of thumb to think of 3 ways you can wear a piece of clothing before purchasing it! 

 

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life

Easy breezy summer dresses! Yes, please! This – dress from the – Collection is a style that looks great on every figure. Perfect for a lunch date or pull-on over a swimsuit. You can’t go wrong with this piece. Add a denim jacket on a cool night. Takes a look from day to evening. The colors in this collection -are the prettiest shade of blue. 

Try Cabana life for your next Tropical vacation. You won’t be disappointed. 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “4 Vacation looks from Cabana Life!” I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah Tv Segment 

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah

Hello pretty ladies,

Today, I am so excited to share. I will be on Good Things Utah sharing: A Fashion Segment on “Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women.” You can watch the segment HERE or Live at 10:00 am Mnt. On local channel 4/KTVX.

 Below: I am sharing a complete list of all the items I am sharing from White House Black Market, along with MY TIPS: on Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife. I hope you enjoy it! Ox ( I will enter photos from today, after the show)

 

Sharing a few Spring Fashion Fixes for dressing Chic at any age.. is something I try to share with you, as it is my main goal to help Midlife women look and feel good at any age. We are not the Golden girls anymore!

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah

-Aging doesn’t mean you have to lose your sense of style. If anything, we have finally figured out who we are and what our style is.

-Age shouldn’t dictate what we wear. However, it may dictate what you are comfortable in. And, like many women, your style probably has developed more over time. Finding what you really love and what works for your body is most important.

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah

 

                                     4 of my most significant fashion FIXES:

#1-Always wear what you love. When you wear what you love, you feel good.

#2-Wear what works on your body and makes you feel great, no matter the trend! Clothes that don’t work on your body type DON’T Flatter you. 

#3-Accentuate, your body’s good features, tiny waist, great legs, flat tummy or pretty shoulders, whatever that may be… show it. Don’t let aging defy you.

#4- It’s ok to wear seasonal trends. Mix them in with your classic pieces. So often, when ladies approach midlife, they think they can’t wear fashion trends! So, False! Adding in subtle trending details updates your wardrobe and gives it a “FRESH look,” and a lot of the time, the most affordable way to update a wardrobe. 

                    Here are a few Spring Fashion Fixes that are trending:

                                       White| Flares| High Waisted| Belts| Blazers| Braided Sandals|

                                         Layered Jewlery|Pattern Pop| Stud details| 

All great ways to “FIX” your midlife Fashion. And below are ways to incorporate them.

 

Color WHITE|

-White is always chic and timeless for Spring and Summer… (One of the perks of midlife, no little hands to get you dirty 😂), and Neutrals are trending in a BIG way this Spring! We love this Bag and This top.

Jeans|

Add a pair of white jeans, skinny or High waisted Flares Shown below are from White House Black Market. 

All jean styles are “in style” right now, from straight legs, cropped flares, and mid-rise to high rise. There’s no wrong style right now. Most importantly, wear what you feel good in!

Below are two Jean styles trending:

 

 

White Skinny Jeans|

The skinny jean is flattering on every figure, great worn dressed down or up. Perfect with flowy Summer tops and this season’s ruffled detailed tops. 

Two STYLE FIXES BELOW: 

Style Fix #1.

The balance of a flowy top and a tight bottom has a slimming effect (significant for those with a tummy). 

Style Fix #2.

Another great way to style skinny jeans is with a Blazer or Moto jacket over a button-up blouse or graphic tee. Dress up for work or down for play.

 

 

White High rise Flares|

High-rise jeans can have a love-hate relationship, depending on your figure and how you wear them. Some love them, and some hate them. On the other hand, they can be great for hiding a muffin top and bad on your backside.

 So, styling them correctly is key. If you’re like me and don’t have a backside and carry your weight in the middle, they are great styled with a blazer. They hold the tummy in, hide a muffin top, and the blazer covers the backside. Also, they can make you look taller if you’re on the shorter side. To name a few body types. Otherwise, I could go on and on.

Three Style Fix below:

-Style Fix #1.

wearing a flare is on-trend and can really elongate your legs.

Style Fix #2.

  • High-waisted is also on-trend and can be great with a bodysuit and blazer.

Style Fix #3.

  • Wearing high-waisted with some of the Cropped trending sweaters and tops is also helpful to be on-trend without showing skin.

Here are a Few white jeans I love from White House Black Market Below:

 

Belt|

Belts come and go in Fashion. We have been seeing belts trending for a while now, especially with the designer logos. This Spring, we see all belts, with the WIDE belts being hot hot hot! 

Three Style Fix below:

Style Fix #1.-Belts show off a waist: Accentuates a small waist or gives an illusion of a waist. 

Style Fix #2.– Belts add shape to a shirt dress or Maxi tee dress.

Style Fix #3.– Belts can add detail to simpler outfits.

Here are some Favorites from the White House Black Market Below:

 

 

Blazers|

Adding some spring trends with your classic pieces helps keep your wardrobe from looking dated. A dated wardrobe ages you, and nobody wants to look older😂

Below are 3 styling Fixes for wearing Blazers

Styling FIX #1. A Tee-shirt dress with a Blazer shown here is classic yet “ON Trend” with the Spring Blazer craze that’s going on.

Styling FIX #2. Another great way to wear a blazer is with a graphic tee and shorts.

Styling FIX #3. Wearing a blazer is as simple as dressing up in a tee and jeans.

Some of our favorite flattering Blazers below from White House Black Market:

 

 

Accessories| Braided| Layered Jewlery| Pattern pop| Studded detail

Accessories are a great way to add in a Subtle trend without being too trendy. Accessories FIX a dated wardrobe.

HERE are a few of this season’s accessory trends below.

 

Braided Sandal Trend|

Shown below, the braided sandal is hot this season. WHBM has a couple of cute ones to add in Here & Here

 

 

Layered Jewelry|

Layered jewelry has been on trend for a couple of seasons. Wearing several of your favorite necklaces at once adds detail. Creating this look is simple with this necklace by White House Black Market, as all the layering is done for you in one simple piece. Great to dress up a simple tank top or tee.

Crystals are trending from Fashion to home decor. They have great energy and give any outfit a great “statement.”

Below are a couple of pieces I love:

 

 

 

Pattern Pop|

Pop of leopard is always a fun addition to any outfit. Leopard truly never goes out of style. Now, wearing too much of it at once can be overdone. Just a pop will do!

Fashion Fix: Add a pop of leopard to your outfit with a great leopard bag to make a statement. Or even a pair of Leopard shoes can create an interest in a simple outfit.

Some great Leopard pieces from WHBM:

 

 

Studded detail|

 Studded detail is also “Trending” it is a fun little detail to add to an outfit without being too youthful yet adding an “on-trend” update to your look. This detail once associated with punk rock is no longer! Instead, it’s a detail Valentino has been sporting for a while and is one you need to add to your wardrobe.

Style Fix: The stud element adds texture to an outfit. You can add the stud detail with a bag or shoes shown below. It’s also being used as a detail on clothing. A Fun element that takes your outfit up a notch.

I love this Bag and these sandals by WHBM:

 

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah
Cammi’s outfit Details
Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah
White and neutral

 

Today’s Model is my good friend, Cammi, from Cammi’s Happy Place.

Cammi’s Outfit details are below:

 

 

 

Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah

My Outfit details are below:

 

 

Items also showcased on Good Things Utah that are perfect wardrobe builders for Spring:

 

 

Sunglasses are a great outfit accessory! Shop the Show below:

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post.

“Spring Fashion Fixes for Midlife Women…Good Things Utah Tv Segment” I would love you to leave a comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

*ALL pieces are from White House Black Market, and we’re showcased on My Fashion Fix Segment on Good Things Utah today: Wednesday, April 13.2022 Watch the segment HERE For Live streaming at 10:00 am Mnt. Time

 

 

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Your Guide to the LTK Sale!

Your Guide to the LTK Sale!Your Guide to the LTK Sale!

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

It’s that time of year again… The LTK sale! A sale only for Like to know it, where Hot brands offer great deals just for our followers! Below are the 15 Businesses that we all love, offering great sales on all the latest merchandise. I have rounded up some of my favorite things I’ve purchased or have bought in the past that I love. 

This is a great time to pick up Mother’s Day gifts, stock up on beauty favorites, and grab a couple of pieces for your Spring and Summer wardrobe. You won’t want to miss Style Collection’s sale of $4.00 jewelry (normally $48)      I grabbed gifts, stocked up for Mother’s day, and even picked up some early Christmas shopping.

Your Guide to the LTK Sale! Happy Shopping

 

Your Guide to the LTK Sale!

Full Sale Details

Abercrombie & Fitch| 25% off Site Wide w/CODE AFLTK

 

The Styled Collection| 50% Off Site-Wide w/Code LTK 50

 

Aerie| 10% Off Site Wide w/Code AERIELTK10

 

Express| $10 Off Purchase of $100 or More w/Code 2327

 

Petal & Pup | 25% off Sitewide w/code LTKP&P

 

Victoria Emerson | BOGO w/code BOGOLTK

 

MADEwell | $15 Off of $75 or more w/Code LTK15

 

Colleen Rothschild | 25% off sitewide w/Code LTKSPRING 

 

Shutterfly | 50% off for new customers, 40% off for  existing customers w/code LTK50

 

Forever 21 | Extra 20% off w/code LTK20 

 

Armani Beauty | 25% off site Wide w/code LTKKARMANI

 

Tarte | 25% off + free Shipping w/code TARTLTK25

 

IT Cosmetics | 30% off site Wide w/ Code LIKEITKeihls | 25% Off Site Wide W/Code LTK25OFF

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “Your Guide to the LTK Sale! I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

“Whether I’m wearing lots of makeup or no makeup, I’m always the same person inside.”

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Need help with Shopping for the Sephora SALE? I am here to help!  I had so much fun shopping for the sale this year. However, there were some items I wanted to try and didn’t really want to pay the full price for. So making it the perfect time to pick them up Now. 12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale!

Charlotte Tilbury “Pillow talk line has been a big talk of the town!” I love her products, as I use her eyebrow line, and I love her lip liner. I really wanted to try the  Filmstar Bronze & Glow, the Pillow talk eye palette and eye pencil, and her Super nudes lipstick in Cover Star. Along with stocking up on some of my regulars, her Brow lift pencil, Gel, and Lipliner.

I also heard rave reviews on the Isle of Paradise self-tanning drops and mist. My sister has raved about all the Tatcha products, and I thought I pick one up. But, no, better time to try out new products and stock up on favorites. 

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

Here’s what was in my Shopping Bag✔️ 

Shop My Bag Below:

 

SHOPPING BAG Items Details ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

  Charlotte Tilbury 

-Film-star (small ) Highlighter Pallet, A travel-size contour and highlighter duo that creates killer cheekbones and candlelit skin on the go. (large) Pallet

-Pillow Talk Eyeshadow pallet A four-step eyeshadow quad with buildable, non-creasing formulas and pigmented shades for the day to tonight.

–Eyeliner  A new, creamy-matte, high-pigment eyeliner in the iconic Pillow Talk smoky berry-brown shade.

–Lip Liner = A rich, velvety lip liner to reshape, resize, and balance the look of lips.

Charlotte Tilbury = Super Nudes lipstick in Cover Star =A collection of lip liners in universally flattering, nude-pink, romantic Pillow Talk hues fit for every complexion.

-Brow lifts a Brown pencil. A refillable brow shader mimics a full, fluffy hair effect with up to 16 hours of a long-wear natural finish.

–Eyebrow gel =A clear brow gel for all hair colors that sets, defines and holds brows in place for up to 24 hours.

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

Shop my Charlotte Tilbury Purchases below:

 

 

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

The Isle of paradise medium self- Tanner oil mist

Isle of Paradise self-tanning, Drops are great for the Face. The self-tanning Mist comes in a water mist or Oil Mist. The oil mist is great for dry skin and helps moisturize, and gives a glowy sheen.

Shop to photo below:

 

Sephora Collection 30% off to everyone

The Sephora collection has great basic make-up, tools, and everyday products from $7-12 dollars on a regular day; Now, you can get 30% off for the Spring sale. Great time to stock up on basics and really fun Easter basic stuffers.

Long-lasting eyeliner in deep brown= Long lasting Kohl pencil in deep brown. I love a good Eyeliner, and I thought I would give this Sephora collection a try and compare it to my Favorite Teddy by Mac. ( I also Picked up the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow talk eyeliner to do the same) I can’t wait to let you know the comparison.

Tatcha

Silk Canvas Protective Primer– (my sis said to try) it’s Fab, she said!

 

 

Sol de Janeiro

Brazilian Bum bum Body Cream–

 

 

 

Sephora’s Top sellers: I have a fun Instagram Live Interviewing a Sephora Manager on the Items that are Hot right NOW that they can’t keep in stock!  Watch it to get all the details!

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale

Shop the photo Below:

 

 

The sale goes From April 1–11,  promo code SAVE SPRING.* Rouge members get 20% off starting April 1, VIB members get 15% off starting April 5, and Insiders get 10% off starting April 7 until 11th

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale” I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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4 Favorite Affordable Self Tanners

4 Favorite Affordable Self Tanners

4 Favorite Affordable Self Tanners

4 Favorite Affordable Self Tanners

Hello Pretty ladies, 

With warmer weather and outfits that show a little skin fast approaching, I am sharing some of my favorite self-tanners, and I tried out a couple of new ones. Watch my reel on Instagram HERE to see some of the results and how to apply tips. 

What makes a great Self Tanner in my book!

  1. It doesn’t have that yeast-like smell.
  2. Doesn’t streak easily
  3. It gives a golden brown tan 
  4. Last after a shower

Below are the self-tanners I have used and or tested that fit the criteria above.  

4 Favorite Affordable Self Tanners

 

Under $15, Self Tanner’s

Loreal  Sublime Bronze Self Tanning water mousse in Medium= L’Oreal Paris Hydrating Lightweight Bronzing Self-Tanning Water Mousse – Instantly gives skin a natural-looking tan with a sunkissed glow and even finish. Ultra-lightweight water mousse disappears into your skin for an easy to apply, streak-free quick, drying tan.

Jet Set Sun mousse = Get a streak-free tan, immediate, natural-looking glow, Natural-looking tan. Lasts from 3 to 5 days.

Jet Set Sun Spray mist=Instant results., An extremely natural-looking tan, No self-tanner smell, Our rich, non-sticky tanning formula adapts to every skin tone for a tan as deep or as subtle as you wish, Streak-free, Cruelty-free. I apply it in the shower.

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Under $20, Self Tanner’s

Maui Babe Browing Lotion (not a self-tanner) gives you an all-natural fast dark tan but is tinted, so when you apply, it gives you color. This lotion is my secret to a beautiful summer glow. Smells amazing, and I have been using it for 20 years. $16.99

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Under $35, Self Tanner’s

Isle of Paradise self-tanning Drops are great for the Face- The self-tanning Mist comes in a water mist or Oil Mist. The oil mist is excellent for dry skin and helps moisturize, and gives a glowy sheen.

When shaken, potent actives hyaluronic acid, glycerin, squalane, and a vitamin-rich sea kelp base, combine with seven nourishing oils, including argan, grape seed, and avocado, to lock in moisture for up to 24 hours. Self-Tanning Oil Mist provides your most natural-looking, longest-lasting glow, guaranteed. The easy-to-apply mister gives a streamlined, streak-free, full-body application in under two minutes.

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

Hello pretty Ladies,

It’s no secret that I love Neutrals, and I can’t tell you how happy I am. Neutrals are a big trend this spring. A Neutral palette makes it easy to mix and match to create chic outfits with ease. So today, I am sharing 6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring with you.

You can easily get inspiration from these looks, try to think what you have in your closet that is similar, and create the outfit from what you may already have in your wardrobe. Of course, Adding a couple of new pieces to your wardrobe every season is fun. I provided the shopping links as well.

6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

High-waisted, wide-leg jean looks great with the Spanx bodysuit. The fitted bodysuit helps balance the wide leg of the jean. Also, notice how the cropped Free people sweater is tapered at the waist, again adding balance. This is a great “rule” to follow when wearing a high waist and a wide leg.

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

A classic Spring a Summer look, White jeans, and a denim shirt. Again I am wearing the Spanx white bodysuit. It really is a great basic layering piece. I love good white jeans (I actually own several styles of white jeans). They are slightly cropped with a baby flair, great with a strappy sandal. This Denim Shirt HERE

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

Nothing says Spring like a jersey dress (this cami slip jersey dress is a deal at $15). A great way to dress it up and add some style is to layer with this year’s Spring trend =Faux Leather. I Found this fab faux leather shacket in Nola, and I knew it was a piece I would wear for years. This piece is so affordable under $50. Layering Neutrals adds texture and a richer feel. 

Note* These are a must-have shoe and have been a BEST seller for me for the last three weeks! So comfortable, and I have been wearing them on repeat! They look good with everything. 

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

Here are a couple of my favorite pieces from last year that have been restocked! The Free people Dupe, white button-up $20 I purchased two of them last year because they’re that good! Another staple piece from last year brought back is the Maggie jean. These high-waisted distressed cropped jeans come in several colors and washes (I own at least 4 of them). I love pairing a classic preppy style or feminine look with the distressed.  Also restocked from last year is the Braided kitten heal and on SALE $38

The vest was huge this fall, and it works great for Spring. Just layer with Neutrals for a fresh look. 

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

Classic all white linen layers over the Spanx bodysuit (again). White linen pants you’ll wear on repeat (can you believe these are the old navy pants?) A great tip to dress up basics, Add a great bag, shoes, and accessories. 

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6 Easy Neutral Outfits for Spring

The Flaired jean-Risen jeans are $69, so affordable for great quality jeans. Super soft, great stretch (size down). I would normally suggest wearing a fitted top with flared jeans. Here’s the one exception, A Boho vibe allows for a little flowy, this top hits at the hip bone, which helps balance the wide bottom.  (Note my best selling shoe) I could have worn this shoe with every one of the outfits above. 

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Places to Shop in Louisianna 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a peek into Spring. See what Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

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What I’ve Purchased Lately

What I’ve Purchased Lately

 

What I've Purchased Lately

 

Hello pretty Ladies,

Today, I am sharing a few items, “What I’ve purchased lately” Pieces for our home, a couple of Items Cozy items to wear perfect for Spring weather, and a cute Jumpsuit for that upcoming warm-weather vacation. 

I love a little refresh for Spring for our home and my wardrobe. In Utah, it’s still cold until the end of April, and you do need layers, sometimes just light layers. So  I added in a couple of warm and cozy pieces in my favorite neutral shades. I found a cute jumpsuit for Spring break and something I’ll wear all Summer long. I love getting a new pair of house slippers for the season, and I found these cute slippers in white for $12.00. Our home needed a couple of little pieces,s and Spring is the perfect time for a little freshen up. 

  1. Office Lamp= As you know, I moved my home office upstairs, and I have been adding finishing touches to the space. I found this tremendous chic and straightforward lamp that adds the light I need to my desk and the communication of gold and marble base for that stylish feminine touch I am looking for. 
  2. The Perfect Mirror= Something on my Wish list is this Large Anthropology mirror I will get for our new home. Meanwhile, I purchased the small one for my office, and I adore it! Perfect for checking your makeup or those hats I love. 
  3. Candle– Capri Blue Volcano candle is one of my all-time favorite scents. It smells excellent any time of the year. I usually burn them in the Spring and Summer as I like fall and winter scents for those seasons. You will not be disappointed in this long-burning candle. 
  4. Water bottle=The water bottle that keeps you on track hourly. If you had a goal to drink more water this year? This bottle is for you! It fits in your car’s drink holder, is easy to hold, and keeps track of your water hourly. I have loved this water bottle compared to the one I purchased a couple of years ago. 
  5. Turtleneck tunic= A Super soft and lightweight Tunic in Cream and the perfect weight for Spring in Utah. I received one from Avara in Blush in January and loved it so much I purchased it in Cream. 
  6. Jumpsuit= This strapless jumpsuit is flattering and cute for Spring and Summer. I love the crisp white, cropped wide leg and flattering strapless top—a great wide belt to accentuate the waist. 
  7. Slippers= Who doesn’t want new slippers for each season, especially when you can get these cuties for under $12. I purchased it in white.
  8. Cozy Cardigan=, The perfect shade of oatmeal, goes with almost everything and is a much-needed layering piece for Spring. I have worn over my pj’s at home and on travels, thrown on over everyday outfits, and it’s cute over tee shirt dresses and a shirt dress. You’ll love this cozy soft layering piece.
  9. Laundry basket= I finally found a laundry basket that looks beautiful sitting out and has the function I need. You’ll love it too. 

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What We Wore On Our Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Are you ready for some fun Spring fashion? The second blog post on our New Orleans trip is about what we wore. The Brands we worked with, and some fun Fresh Spring Styles. We were lucky to work with some great Small business brands launching their brand New Spring arrivals and bring them to you first. We also worked with some well-known larger brands to bring you a variety. All the Chic Chat Chic Girls’ styles should be in stock and ready to ship. Perfect for you to take on your next trip, or add some Spring to your wardrobe! 

 

Social Threads

A fun small business that carries great quality clothing and accessories at affordable prices. All of us girls are wearing the BEST selling Risen jeans in the same style, a vegan messenger bag in various colors, and a fun printed bag strap. (Look how cute the straps are! They make the bag!) Of course, we each got to pick a top of our choice as well. 

Our Risen Jeans are soft, easy to wear, run big, and size down. The fun frayed hem gives edgy detail, great to pack on a trip, with so many ways to style. You’ll want this bag for your next vacation, as it holds everything hands-free and stays close to your body. 

Social Threads gets new merchandise weekly, has several restocks on their best sellers a month, and has great fast shipping.  Everything I get from Social Threads I wear on repeat. You’ll love supporting small by shopping with them.

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Vegan Messanger Bag
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Risen Jeans
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Bag Straps & Messanger

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What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

Showing how I styled the Risen jeans, Paired with Social Threads super-soft Sprint weight tunic. You can wear off the should or boat neck style, comes in two colors. I chose the small messenger bag in black and leopard strap, as I knew it would work with a lot of my outfits and works well with so many looks. I finished the look with Valentino slides and a great hat adorned with the Gucci headband and gold accessories. 

 

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Avara

This cute online boutique has a storefront in Texas with darling and affordable clothing and accessories. It was easy to find cute items to share with you, and you know I love supporting and sharing Women-owned small businesses.

I hope you will check them out next time you want a little something new. Here are 5 New Spring looks you’ll love from Avara.

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
The Bag Detail
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Avara Top & Jeans
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Sleeve Detail

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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PrintFresh

Printfresh | 100% GOTS Organic Cotton Pajamas & Robes Shop All Shop our range of handcrafted, eco-conscious sleep and loungewear. With short sets, long sets, robes, nightgowns, sleep shirts, and separates, most available in sizes XXS – 6X, Spring releases are now in stock, and I know they’ll be your new favorite pajamas!

Print fresh just opened their first storefront in NYC, and you can shop conveniently online. 

We love their fresh and fun, whimsical prints and mix and match separately. 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
New Spring Realease
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
This Bold Cheerful Stripe
Girls Trip New Beauty & Hair Products
3 Fun Prints

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Evy’s Tree

Another great small business and also woman-owned. She started out designing sweatshirts and grew to create a brand specializing in easy-to-wear pieces for women—great quality pieces at affordable prices. New arrivals often, with great customer service. 

Each girl was able to choose three pieces to style for you. (make sure to check out their blog post for more styling details.) I choose a cute army jacket with a hood, an oversized White button-up (I’ll share on our next post), and this darling blush-colored sequins jacket. Perfect for dressing up or down with jeans. Each piece was True to size. 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Soma

Soma, owned by the Chico’s group, really does have the best bras and great loungewear/ Pj’s. If you haven’t tried anything from this line, you really should. I highly recommend all most everything from this brand. They have the only bra I’ll wear in every color. Here and I adore their lounge sets and pj’s. So very soft. 

The cool night’s pj’s are perfect for midlifers. 

Here’s what we choose from the new spring line…

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Soma Leopard Lounge set
Add Denim Jacket
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Add Tennis Shoes

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Vionic shoes

Vionic shoes for women and men provide arch support technology in the most up-to-date styles. Made with high quality and breathable materials such as durable leather and soft suede, our footwear is created for all-day wear so that your feet can be comfortable no matter where you are going. 

Vionic can be purchased online and major retailers like Dsw, Zappos, etc.

Below we showcased their NEW Spring slippers with arch support. 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Spanx

Did you know Spanx makes more than shapewear?  They do and let me tell you, their clothing line is amazing, and every piece flatters the body. Below we are all wearing the Spanx Denim flares. I hope you like how all of us choose to style them. 

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Spanx Flare
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Details
What We Wore On Girls Trip?
Flared Denim

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Cabana Life

Cabana Life Founded by a skin cancer survivor, Cabana Life has been on a mission to provide sun-safe and stylish solutions for nearly 15 years. Our line of sun-protective clothing, swimwear, and accessories is designed to keep the whole family protected from the sun without sacrificing style. Instead, we design fashion that works just as hard as you do…

All clothing is Spf 50 +Uv protection.

 

What we wore in New Orleans

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WHBM

White House Black Market is an American women’s clothing retailer headquartered in Florida. The multichannel brand, founded in 1985, specializes in upscale clothing.

White House Black Market owns various clothing and accessories boutiques in the United States and Canada. They sell their tops, dresses, skirts, pants, jackets, outerwear, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. Since 2003, White House Black Market has operated as a subsidiary of Chico’s

WHBM, Chico’s, and Soma are all found online and in Malls. We were able to pick out one complete outfit from head to toe. including, Layers, shoes, and accessories. (How fun, right) check out what we chose and how we styled it below.

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

What We Wore On Girls Trip?

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Joining me in Sharing “What we wore” The Chit Chat Chic girls. Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs and see their outfits and what they shared.

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

Photography provided by the talented Shey Allen @Sheyallenfilms.

 

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D’Arcy

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Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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🍋🍃Lemon Pesto Burrata Torchietti Pasta
 
🐓With my homemade Lemon pepper pesto grilled chicken 

🥗Served with a Arugula & fresh greens and Italian Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad

Homemade Garlic bread🥖 

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TJ Lemon Pesto 
Fresh basil 
Olive oil
Fresh garlic 
Pine nuts
Zest of lemon
Red pepper flakes
Italian seasoning 
Fleur de salt 
Pepper 
Italian cheeses
Burrata cheese
Torchietti Pasta 
2 chicken breasts pounded  thin

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Greens of your choice 
Red onion diced fine 
Green onion
Tomato dice fine
Cucumber dice fine
Feta cheese 
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It’s an affordable tip that goes a long way, if you have A solid color china.

Plus a salad plate could also be used for a bread or dessert plate. 

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I have said it before …that I didn’t like barrel jeans on my shape, as I’ve tried several and they just weren’t flattering on my ruler shape body….

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I am 54 Here’s 8 Affordable,Natural And Clean- Ord I am 54
Here’s 8 Affordable,Natural And Clean- Ordinary Products I use To look and feel great✔️

I replaced a lot of my Beauty Regimen with these Unexpected affordable products,
You might already have in your pantry or medicine cabinet. 

My skin and skins texture has never looked better✔️✔️✔️

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Do you use any of these CLEAN beauty options?

Clean beauty/ Ordinary household items/ simple is better/ non- toxic beauty/ simple beauty

#over50women # cleanbeauty #nontoxicskincare
What a fun date night Ben and I had on Friday…. W What a fun date night Ben and I had on Friday….

We had paddle and pickle ball lessons at the New @utahcityracquetclub 

We were treated to the VIP pre-grand opening by @redhead_marketing_pr with lessons, great Dj music,snacks, yummy mocktails, fun photos and a great swag bag including a Pickle ball racket🏓🎾👟 

We enjoyed it so much, I think we were some of the last ones to leave✔️

Then we took the scenic drive home through Provo Canyon 🚘🏔️ 

If you’ve been want to learn Paddle or Pickle ball and or tennis 🎾 You’d love this experience..

If you’ve just want a fun datenight activity book a session today… Ben and I loved the Paddle ball, which is very popular in Europe. It’s like tennis and racket ball played outside ✔️

Do you play any of these fun Racket sports? 🎾🏓👟

Like my outfit I have a discount code in my link ⬇️

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#utahblogger #utahcityracquetclub #datenightideas #midlifejourney
You’ve ask for Dress & Shirts with sleeves for sum You’ve ask for Dress & Shirts with sleeves for summer.. ..

—Style over 50–

Here’s a dress I know you’ll love💙
From its darling perfect length sleeve and sweet elbow ruffle detail, to having pockets  and hitting at the knee. (I am tall 5’91/2) so longer depending on height .

The embroidered linen dress with embellishments in center of flowers is perfect for so many of Summers social seasons events✔️

Pair with 
White or nude sandals, wedges, heels or lace-up ankle espadrilles for cute summer looks

I love a statement earring with a dress that doesn’t need a necklace… wearing these cute shades of blue flower earrings. 

Do you love a dress with a pretty sleeve?

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Summer dresses/ dresses with sleeves/ over50 style/ utah influencer / summer style

#summerdresses👗 #over50style #utahinfluencer #summersocial
Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸 Americas Nation Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸

Americas National Potluck initiative 

Bringing people together through food

Individuals & Families are invited to gather and share a meal on 
Sunday July 5th 2026🍽️🇺🇸❤️

Or encouraged to plan community or neighborhood potlucks to celebrate America’s 🇺🇸 250 year Anniversary 

By bringing people together around the table we can celebrate our freedoms we share along with our strengths, and the Sense of belonging that holds us together.

What will you bring to the potluck?

🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸

Thank you to @lees_marketplace  for providing a beautiful sample of dishes ideas and recipes you could bring🍽️🇺🇸 along with providing a n amazing event .
Along with a full reusable grocery bag of food, snacks and gift card🇺🇸❤️💙

Thank you to @americaspotluck @america250utah for the intuitive and to @missamericaut  @slchildrenschoir for amazing and beautiful voices for entertainment, to @cocacola for providing swag and exclusive America250 items and to our host @jbcookinghost 

🇺🇸Fun fact @cocacola  products are made locally in Utah and they created mini cans specially for America250 with unique designs for each US STATE
I’d love to see what each states looks like.. I’ll share Utahs design in my stories today. 🇺🇸❤️💙

Ways you can join in or learn more on: Americaspotluck.org 

🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙

#americaspotluck #america250utah #america250 #utahinfluencer
I don’t know about you but I love a full service S I don’t know about you but I love a full service Selfcare day✔️

I am 54 and feel like I could have them weekly🤣🤣 Wouldn’t that be a dream..

 A weekly blow out
- manicure 
-pedicure 
- Mini facial
A yummy drink and some shopping… sign me up!

Ok back to reality, I am happy to head to @nailed.boutique for my monthly Selfcare day and thrilled I can do it all in one stop✔️

You can too✔️ If  you live in Utah or come to visit✔️

You’ll love their  top notch services and friend staff… 

Not to mention NO drills or dust! They also have clean beauty nail polish options✔️

Make your appointment today… 
What’s your favorite selfcare service?

I’ll go first I love a great foot & leg rub❤️

#nailed #nailedboutique #saltlake #utahinfluencer
🌸I am 54 and these Affordable Summer Sets & Sunni 🌸I am 54 and these 
Affordable Summer Sets & Sunnies &
Sandals are a must this Summer..

Perfect for errands, travel and great for watching and running around with grand kids✔️

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The details:
This cute comfy bold strip set comes in several colors, is soft and easy to wear, fits tts 

Like the $900  version….
Sandals are so good and under $60 comes in a couple colors tts & comfortable 

The sunnies come in a two pack under $14

Vegan leather tote under $100
One of my most used bags for over 5 years

The hydrating lipstick balms are so good and going viral- wearing English Rose
Clean beauty

Bracelet stack Allie Bess- save 20% with code DARCY20

#summersets #midlifestyle #affordablefashion #utahinfluencer
Don’t like to show your arms? I’ve got the perfec Don’t like to show your arms?

I’ve got the perfect pretty white dress for you….

Summer outfit Inspiration- perfect for Brunch, a baby shower, friends Anniversary party, vacation dinner etc

-White dress
Eyelet tie waist white dress fully lined with pockets and I have A DISCOUNT CODE for YOU!  In link

-Think of all the ways you can style this cutie all season long and achieve different looks.  Dress down with a flat sandal, make it western with cowboy boots, take it on vacation with wedges or espadrilles and a straw bag…

Do you like to show your arms or prefer not to?

How I styled it… For church then brunch:

-Turquoise chunky statement necklace 
-Turquoise beaded hoops

-Hobo leather clutch in turquoise 
(I love the pop of color) 

-Inez nude cross knot detail kitten heal- so very comfortable and a perfect height - A go with everything shoe

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Drop it like it’s HOT…. Balancing Menopause and m Drop it like it’s HOT….

Balancing Menopause and midlife can be tricky✔️

From weight gain, mood swings, sleepless nights, dry skin and lady parts, hair loss, eyesight issues, bone loss to personal summers (hot flashes)….. 

Boy hitting 40-50-60’s sounds fun 😅🤣 Actually, it really isn’t that bad, and life is what you make of it, Plus  getting old is a privilege….

In today’s time, we’re lucky because menopause is a Topic WE TALK about NOW, and we have more information and resources to HELP us, unlike our mothers.

Not everyone has every symptom nor do they experience every symptom. 

This is a topic I’ve shared a lot about over on my blog and in future more on my substack (join for free in my bio) 

Below ⬇️ are a few things I’ve found very helpful from my journey over the last 10 years to now, starting at about 44 years old.

-A Homeopathic Hormone replacement specialist- I went at 44 when I gained 12-15 pounds for no reason, had hair loss and wasn’t feeling like myself and went on Bio- identical hormone replacement for about 4 years and the weight feel off and I started to feel like myself again. I stopped I. 2020 due to not being able to get to doctors.. 

-Start a good clean supplement program (not a Doctor) but here’s what helped me.
Magnesium- zinc- Vitamin D3- vitamin K 
-a good women’s multivitamin - 
B-12 shots- Collagen- Colostrum- bone marrow- probiotic, a cranberry supplement and - creatine - NAD- primrose (I have a few others I take as well) full list is on blog 

- Doubled my water intake - (140-160 oz a day) added Fiber- chia seeds- pinch of salt to it … (I do 1/2 teaspoon baking soda twice a week) 

-Daily walks and I added a weighted vest about 4 years ago 

-A cup of warm lemon water to start the day 

- I shoot  for 100 grams of protein daily (I don’t always get this) I just try to get close

-Scalp treatments - Rosemary oil and rosemary supplements 

- Coolnight pjs and cooling sheets  I don’t get or experience hot flashes, but sleeping cooler help me sleep better❤️

- cleansing oil & after Shower oil help with dry skin

-Red light therapy mask helps facial skin and neck

- Derma-planing face helps skin texture and for products to sink in
Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey Here’s a couple thi Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey 

Here’s a couple things I’ve learned on my Journey that I thought I’d share with you I found interesting and very helpful..
 ( now, I am not a doctor) these are things I’ve researched and though I’d share my findings, but you can do your own research :) 

I share in hopes to bring awareness and the importance of getting your skin checked at least once a year.

‼️ 2 things:

-The importance of taking zinc— zinc supplements helps your body give off a natural defense to the suns rays.

⚠️ Like anything I need to stress how important it is to read your labels and start using clean Supplements.  You want to get what you’re paying for and not “fillers” verses the actual minerals and herbs.

- A clean beauty mineral based 
Sunscreen with a high level of Zinc! READ your labels and the ingredientsll

MOST sunscreens have harmful ingredients and hormone disruptors in them! I have 5 brands I love that me and my family use  over on my Liketoknowit or you can comment “shop” and I’ll send them to you.

To know:

⚠️ I get my skin checked twice a year and since being diagnosed with melanoma, I now go every 3 months.

Since my surgeries, I’ve had 2 laser’s treatments to help with scaring (shown in slide 2 is my 2nd surgery) done 6 weeks ago.
I actually should have my 3rd laser done this week, but I moved it to July 1st. 

To be honest I really am not in the head space to deal with another treatment this week! 🙏🏻 I told you I’d be very honest with you in this journey, and it is a roller coaster of emotions… Laser treatments sometimes trigger that for me.

- Laser treatment can be done every 6 weeks

⚠️I have 6 parts of my journey up in my feed, 3 of them pinned to top the others you’ll have to scroll through feed and I have detailed highlights as well. 

I hope you find these helpful

Have any questions you can dm me or leave a comment ⬇️ below.

Happy Monday pretty Lady, and may you
Have a week full of sunshine and gods blessings.

Midlife health journey/ skin cancer journey/ facial skin cancer/ over 50/ facial scars/ sharing life over 50/ cancer warrior

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POV: The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long POV:
The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long my family loves🥪

Not your ordinary Turkey, Avocado, tomato sandwiche🥪🥑🍅

First off the Key to these delicious sandwiches is warm crusty bread straight from the oven yet soft on the inside..

My tip is a French baguette ran under water (a tip my Mother in law taught me 33 years ago) placed in the oven for 5-7 minutes- seriously, makes it like you made it fresh… 

-Boards head spicy pepper Turkey freshly sliced from the deli
- Farm Fresh Tomatoes salt & peppered 
-Micro greens (or sprouts) 
- Peppered jack cheese (or your favorite)
-My Smashed Avocado spread 

Full recipe on my blog

A perfect summer meal to serve alfresco🪴🍽️
 
Serve with your favorite sides 
I served with my :
-Basil corn salad 
- a small charcuterie board
- my easy Blue cheese stuffed grape on a walnut appetizer

 A long  with your choice of sun tea - cucumber mint water or  a sparking water 🥤🍃

All Recipes on my blog ✔️

#recipe/ summer recipes/ family favorites/ entertaining/ summer style/ midlife/ dining alfresco/ turkey sandwich
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