LINK-END ROUND-UP: September 8, 2023

LINK-END ROUND-UP: September 8, 2023

LINK-END ROUND-UP: September 8, 2023 | STAINED COUTURE

How was your first full week of September? Did you finally start to get what day of the week it was yesterday or are you better than me? Those 3-day weekends stay playing with my sense of time, but I’m starting to enjoy them! The only badside of my Labor Day weekend was that it felt longer than usual, which made that first day back in the office rough.

One good thing that has happened is that second summer is finally wrappng up and cool mornings are back! The highs have been in the upper 80s for the past couple of days, which is making start to evaluate and plan my fall and winter wardrobe. I guess I’m about to login into my Pinterest account this weekend and get to pinning some inspiration. Another thing I’m going to be pinning is fall decor for apartment balconies. My new nighbor has done an amazing job decorating her balcony by hanging witch hats from the ceiling. I’m not doing all that, but I am going to try to do more than just a couple of pumpkins on the ledge.

Today is also my BFF’s daughter’s birthday, which means I have a birthday party to go to this weekend. It’s mermaid theme and it’s going to be fabulous! Also, it’s finally full on football season and I’m hyped. I guess I have a busy weekend after all. I hope you all have a great weekend and check out the reads in this week’s LINK-END ROUND-UP!

LINK-END ROUND-UP: September 8, 2023

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EMPTIES: August 2023

EMPTIES: August 2023

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I have to be honest, it’s taking me some time to get back into the swing of things since my vacation. Also, it doesn’t help that Labor Day weekend felt longer than the vacation. However, I’m trying to do better and decided to start by posting a new Empties post. This is definitely progress since I usually don’t get around to posting it until the middle of the month -if not later.

Still, keep reading to see all of the products I used up last and my final opinion of each product.

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LUST-HAVE LIST: September 2023

LUST-HAVE LIST: September 2023

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Happy September! If you know me, then you already know that September is my favorite month of the year. The main reason is that it’s my birthday month and the kick off of my favorite season; Fall. It’s also the beginning of fall festivals and cooler weather. So, the whole month is pretty much a vibe!

Even though the whole month has a lot going on, the main star for me is still my birthday. Therefore, every September edition of my Lust-Have List is pretty much my birthday wishlist. Usually, I get 1 or 2 things off the list, but I’m challenging myself to get at least 3 of things. No need to wonder, because I’m going to share which ones I’m aiming to grab this month. So, check out the things I’m wanting and aiming to get from this month’s Lust-Have List.

LUST-HAVE LIST: September 2023

  • Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo – I’ve been using the 5-minute mask acidic bonding mask from Redken for about a month and it’s so good! So much so, that I feel like I need to get the shampoo to see if they are going to be my new hair cleaning duo. This is one of the the items I’m definitely getting this month.
  • Coach Lana 23 Colorblock Purse – Another item I’m aiming to get is this super fab bag from Coach. The shape is so good and it’s my favorite color; greem. I thought a new Apple was going to be my big gift to me, but not anymore. Honestly, I think I need this bag like air!
  • Arizona Big Buckle Shearling Lined Sandals – I think 21 year old me wouldn’t get fur-lined sandals, but 41 year old me thinks will feel amazing!
  • Oversized Sweatshirt Dress – I’m going through a bit of a weightloss phase thanks to casual daily weight training. So, clothes are fitting looser and I’m not sure if I’m ready to try smaller sizes at moment. So, oversized tops and dresses like this sweatshirt dress are going to be my fall uniform. Looks super cozy, too!
  • Faux Tree Trunk – I’ve been obsessed with this tree trunk potter for a couple of weeks. The uniqueness speaks to me!
  • Burberry Goddess Perfume – I’ve never wanted to smell a perfume as much as I want to smell this one. I  just know once I smell it, I’m going to want to immediately buy it, which is why it’s the final thing off this month’s list that I’m planning to actually buy.
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Biore’ UV Aqua Rich Sunscreen Review

Biore’ UV  Aqua Rich Sunscreen Review

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If you have been around here for a minute, then you should know that I’m an SPF girl. I’m definitely not one of those people that forget to wear sunscreen, because it’s the star of my morning skincare routine. Even if I would forget to apply some before leaving my apartment, I wouldn’t be without some for long. I keep a tube of sunscreen in my car, purse, and even on my desk at work. However, I don’t think I wiill ever have enough and I’m always down to try a new one.

I recently received Biore’ UV Suncreen and have been trying it for about a month now. So, I think it’s time to give my review of these Biore’ sunscreens. Keep reading for my thoughts.

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LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 11, 2023

LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 11, 2023

LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 11, 2023 | STAINED COUTURE

Happy Friday, folks! I know I know most people always look forward to Friday – me, included. However, I’m extra excited because today is my last Fridy before my vacation. So, I’m probably staying late to work to make sure I tie up all my loose ends. Doing this will help prevent anxiety and allow me to enjoy my long overdue vacation.

I don’t leave until Wednesday, which gives me time to relax before the vacation. Honestly, I tell everyone you need to take a couple days off before vacation and before going back to work. Use the pre-trip days to pack, beauty maintenence appointment, and clean before leaving. Coming back to a clean home always hits. The only maintenence appointment I have is a nail appointment on Tuesday.I rescheduled my hair appointment to the Saturday after I get back. I didn’t want pool and ocean water messing up my color touch-up.

This weekend, I plan to deep clean my apartment and finalize what I’m bringing. Since this is going to be a short beach vacation – the less stuff the better. While I’m trying to get my life and home together this weekend, check out the links in this week’s Link-End Round-Up. I’m still trying to figure out if I want to do a funny away message or not.

LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 11, 2023

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