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Amazon Favorites: My Top Picks For Fall Boots

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Hello queen. 

 I’ve been on Amazon, per usual and came across some really cute inexpensive boots for the fall. Fall is my favorite time of year because I’m able to layer my pieces and add a bit more texture to my wardrobe. Think flannel, suede, knits, and more. Its especially my favorite time of year because I can pull out some of my favorite boots. Ankle, knee, and thigh high, boots are a staple in everyone’s wardrobe. Amazon has some affordable options for the fall and winter.

I have another wishlist I will be adding to the blog soon with a higher price point but I wanted to share some budget friendly options as well. I clearly can’t stay away from Amazon. Additionally, I recently found some amazing eyelashes from Amazon that I can’t stop raving about. I’m saving money updating my wardrobe and I’m sharing all my fashion finds. Be sure to check out my post about me saving money on my ever growing perfume collection.

Amazon Eyelashes You Need In Your Makeup Collection

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Amazon Eyelashes

Lashes are a must have in everyone’s beauty routine and mine is no different. As a pageant queen they are essential to my day to day life thus, I go through quite a bit of them. 

I do try and reuse them as often as I can but depending on the eye makeup and quality sometimes it’s not worth the hassle. And to be honest I’m too lazy to clean eyelashes. I just don’t want to do it. 

I was on Amazon, per usual and found a variety pack of individual lashes and decided to give them a try. They are 3D mink lashes in 10 different styles. I came across a few Amazon eyelashes but these are by far the best I’ve used. They are only $24 dollars and come in a pack of 30. You can’t beat that deal. That’s less than $1 per lash. 

The great thing about these Amazon eyelashes are they are a variety of different styles to choose from. Even better, I love each style in the pack. Ranging from 10 mm to 19 mm. Since I’m a queen, pageant queen that is I love the dramatic look the 19 mm gives me. 

I recently went to a pageant and the makeup artist touched up my makeup and complimented me on my lashes. When I told her Amazon she wanted the link immediately. So I thought maybe you all would love them too. For the past few weeks I have used these lashes for my photoshoots and pageant appearances so I can attest to the quality and longevity. They are just so pretty. 

Another thing I want to mention is how easy they are to apply. They are not cheap and flimsy by any means and I average 6-8 wears per lash before I toss them out. The band is a bit on the thicker side however, the lashes are dense. If you have hooded eyes like myself these are great for enlarging the eye without feeling too heavy. 

By far one of the best items I’ve purchased from Amazon and one that I get the most usage from. Certainly a lot of bang for my buck. 

Post Surgical Bras You Need Now

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After any breast surgery the number one concern is comfort and support. The bra you choose makes all the difference in your healing process and I know first hand all surgical bras are not made equal. During my recovery from reconstructive breast surgery I have gone through about 20 different post op, compression, surgical bras. So the bras I’ve picked are top notch and budget friendly.

The biggest challenge I faced was not finding a bra that would fit long term and would be comfortable. Most surgical bras are a bit low cut. For me, the issue was my breast was completed reconstructed and I had sutures covering the entire breast. So I needed a bra that would give me complete coverage and not irritate the healing skin. I went through quite a bit of styles before I was able to get bras that fit properly.

I wanted to share with you some of my favorite surgical bras I’ve purchased over this year. Some I still wear to this day because of the comfort and support they supply. My surgery was very invasive thus I needed bras that would help me heal and give me the coverage I need to feel comfortable. I hope these help you on your journey.

Here are my top picks

I also have a post of all of the things I needed before surgery HERE and after my breast surgery HERE. Also, If you want to learn more about my breast health journey I have another post HERE as well. 

The Perfect Off White Suit Under $100

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Me and white do not get along. I mean I love white and wear it all the time but trying to keep it spotless has become a part time job and at this point I deserve a check. 

I’ve always wanted to own a white suit. In my mind it’s the ultimate power color and it’s just so clean and sharp. It takes the girl boss vibe to another level. A woman in white is not only beautiful but strong and empowered. 

A few weeks back I did a photo shoot for my book Girl Yes and I was looking all over for a white suit that was cut to fit my curvy figure. Additionally, I also wanted the suit to provide a level of stretch that was comfortable. After going from store to store I decided online might be my best bet. 

Is it me or is it harder to shop in stores now? They typically only have 2 items available per style, now varying sizes, and no employees working. 

I wasn’t looking for anything too expensive, just something that would photograph well, fit properly, and make me feel confident. I also wanted quality material. That’s also another issue I’ve been running into lately.  These Instagram and online boutiques will have you spending an arm and a leg and getting dish rags for clothing. After one wash the fabrics are ruined and the clothes are two sizes too small. I was delighted when after more than a week of searching I found something. 

It came in the form of an off white suit from PrettyLittleThing. My online shopping typically only happens when there is a sale going on and this time was no different. I scored this suit for 65% off. I had to purchase each piece separately however it was still under $100. Not bad for a boss lady suit. 

The crop pants fit me like a glove and hang perfectly over my hips. Although I am tall, the length of the pants was also great. The blazer is my favorite. I decided to wear it without a shirt because well, I can and it was the look I was going for. Bold and ambitious, the #GirlYes way. 

I am also thinking of ordering this same suit in blue for a new project I have coming up. Prettylittlething has sales very often so I’m sure I will pick up quite a few pieces from the site. I’ll be adding items to my chart in the meantime.

The Look

Blazer: Here, Pants: Here, Shoes: Here,

 

How I Scored The Biggest Sale on Niche Perfumes Online

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Parfum De Marly Delina

You won’t believe the deal I scored on my latest niche perfume. I’ve found a way to score up to 30% off niche perfumes online from a REAL store we all shop at. Yes you read that right. I just found a $325 perfume I’ve wanted from Sak’s for months online for 30% off. Wait until you see who sells it. I’m in complete shock right now. 

A friend of mine was kind enough to give me a ton of perfume samples from his collection. This included scents of Tom Ford, Baccarat Rouge, and many more. I fell in love with a few, including one from Parfum De Marly called Delina. 

Delina is one of their signature fragrances and retails for over $325 for a 2.5 oz bottle. I was going to wait until the yearly sale on Sak’s.com. They usually have a black friday sale or after the holidays however I was getting antsy. So I did a little digging. 

I remembered a few years back when I first started collecting perfumes that I found a few designer perfumes online for a heavy discount on Target.com. So I decided to see if there was a possibility they would have niche perfumes available as well. I didn’t have any luck on Target’s website but I did find it somewhere else. 

Niche perfumes are perfumes that are made by actual perfume companies. In contrast to fashion houses and brands that make scents and name them after celebs or the brand. Example, Gucci is a fashion brand that also makes perfumes, cosmetics and more. Niche brands solely make perfumes so they are typically made with higher quality ingredients by professional perfumers.They also tend to use scent profiles not available in other perfumes on the market . They are one of a kind, unique, and expensive because of it.  

Now where did I get this amazing deal… 

WALMART!

Can you believe it. I was able to get Delina which is one of the most coveted niche perfumes for women 30% off at Walmart.com. They also have Parfums De Marly Delina Exclusif which is also a best seller.

I also came across a few other niche brands on the site. I mean I am really in shock because this is an amazing price. I just placed my order and I will probably do an updated video via Instagram or TikTok. For now I’m going to enjoy the savings and create my list of perfume must haves. Head over to Walmart if you’re looking for scents from Parfums De Marly and more. If you have your eyes on anything you may be in luck, I found quite a few on my list. Below I listed a few other options I was looking into as well. Just for price comparison. As you can see the discounts are amazing. Remember, research everything you purchase online. Money does not grow on trees and we need to be sure we are saving as much as we can.