Author: awrensays
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My dream skincare splurge: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream
La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream $555 for 1.7 oz A moisturizing cream enhanced with Swiss caviar extract to provide lift and firmness to the skin The product line that has been on my wish list ever since I heard of it is La Prairie. Specifically, I am intrigued by their Skin Caviar Luxe Cream.…
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Angel’s Share by Kilian is still one of my favorite fragrances
Angel’s share is a fragrance that I loved on first spray. It is sweet and cinnamon-y in a very enjoyable way. I absolutely loved wearing it throughout the fall and winter, particularly because the scent lingered on my sweaters, letting me enjoy it for days after the initial spraying. Angel’s Share by Kilian $210 for…
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To the smartest in the room
As the Twitter saga continues, I have been reflecting on the idea of genius. I have noted the news stories along the way. The level of firings that have happened indicate to me a man who is certain he is in fact the smartest person in the room, if not the world. And we are…
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Think outside American Express: Other cards with travel benefits
I think it is easy to think about American Express as the go to card for people who love to travel in style. But did you know that the other major brands also have special benefits as well? These perks include enhanced amenities at hotels, early or late check-in, airline fee credits and more. You…
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American Express cards aren’t really “levels” per se
I have been thinking more about how to travel better, which led me to look more into American Express. Previously, I thought that the American Express Platinum card was the crème de la crème, a serious upgrade from the other cards in the arsenal. But the more that I look into it, that’s not the…
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Is flying first class domestically worth it?
I had been asking around various people if first class was worth it. I have always been curious about it, what with all of the songs and allure. Everyone said, “No.” Even still the thought remained. I gave up on trying, and booked my cross country flight ticket in the economy cabin. And then, a…
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Ojai Valley Inn Room Review
I had the extraordinary pleasure of staying at the Ojai Valley Inn in November. Now that it is the holiday season, I can only imagine what the experience would be like now. My experience there was a part of a larger conference, which means that I can’t give a full review of the property, but…
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Give your dry feet some love: Patchology PoshPeel Pedi Cure Exfoliating Foot Peel Review
It will be officially winter in a few days here in the northern hemisphere, but it’s already cold. I’m wearing boots and socks constantly. Needless to say, I have been neglecting my feet. I hope they’ll forgive me. It’s time to show them some love. Today’s review is for the Patchology PoshPeel Pedi Cure Exfoliating…
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Experiencing Nest New York Fragrance Oils
For my trip to New Orleans, I took with me some fragrance oils from Nest New York. For one, they are smaller bottles, which help with packing for travel, and I just wanted to try something new. Nest New York Fragrance Oils $98 for 30 mL $35 for 6mL Right now I am wearing Madagascar…
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