Author: awrensays
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Dior is celebrating Gris Dior in LA, so I decided to test the fragrance myself
Dior is making a big push for Gris Dior lately. The brand will be hosting their Enter the Grey Zone experience in LA April 13-16. I will not be in LA, so I have just been wearing the fragrance over the last few days, instead. (It is not the same thing at all. I want…
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You don’t have to believe in yourself
This idea, that you don’t have to believe in yourself, is not my original idea. I just listened to a podcast by Rob Dial, his Mindset Mentor. The episode was entitled, “How to Believe in Yourself,” in response to a listener question. His answer was essentially that you don’t have to. We often think that…
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Just an FYI, Made in the USA doesn’t mean it wasn’t made in a sweatshop
A recent report from the US Department of Labor revealed that many garment workers in California factories are essentially employed at sweatshops. As Adegeest writes in the article for Fashion United: “Division investigators unveiled one contractor paid garment workers as little as 1.58 per hour, nearly on par with the low wages received by Bangladeshi…
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Gucci’s newest fragrance is ecofriendly in a surprising way
The newest addition to the Gucci Alchemist’s Garden fragrance range is Where My Heart Beats, and one of its ingredients is monumental. The fragrance has notes of White Peony, Violet Leaves, and White Musk. It is marketed as a feminine fragrance that is floral and powdery. Alcohol, or ethanol to be exact, is a key ingredient…
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Deinfluencing, or brands’ shift from influencer marketing
The term I learned today? Deinfluencing. It refers to a backlash against influencer marketing. People have grown tired of viral products, sponsored posts, and disengenous product recommendations. Luxury brands are now pivoting away from their current influencer strategy towards something that connects better. When the so-called influencer came about, or was sought after by marketing…
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The appeal of the old money aesthetic
Maybe you’ve already seen it all over your social media: The old money aesthetic. You’ll see a collection of button downs, sweaters thrown over the shoulders, and crisp khaki pants. It is simple, a far cry from the flashy logo driven items that scream expensive. I came across the trend via styling videos, watching creators…
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Did Clinique Hydrosurge hydrate my dry skin?
I’ve got a quick review for you of the Clinique Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator. Okay, okay, I must admit that I have tried this product before and wasn’t impressed. I’m giving it another try for this quick review. The texture is a very light consistency, definitely erring closer to gel than cream. (The brand…
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First impressions: La Vie Est Belle and Oui La Vie Est Belle
Here is my first impressions about the differences between La Vie Est Belle and Oui La Vie est Belle. I wore them on two separate days. I would say that they had similar longevity rates on my skin, leaving a soft scent on me in the evening after a full day of wear. In my…
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Simply changing where I sat today was a big deal
I just switched my seat at Starbucks. I moved from a table in the interior of the store to a long bench. This is a milestone. Thank you for cheering for me. Let me explain. I chose to sit at a table in the middle of the place because someone was already sitting at the…
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This was my experience booking through Master Card Travel
I decided to book my stay at the Knickerbocker Hotel using the MasterCard site. If you are not aware, if your credit card is part of the Master Card World Elite program, you have access to use their site to book travel and other experiences. The reason I chose to book through the program rather…
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