Author: awrensays
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Quick review: Chris Collins Lost in Paradise
It is winter, so I need a bit of an escape. Lost in Paradise by Chris Collins takes me away to a tropical paradise. It smells of coconut without leaning too far in to the “sunscreen” territory. As it dries down on my skin, it becomes much more floral forward. If you like fragrances like…
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Vacation window shopping
I am sitting here, Google stalking the area around a hotel I have never been to, never booked a stay at, and barely know about. I had only learned about it and now have a desire to learn even more. So here I am, planning out the details for possible journey from the airport, any…
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And now on to Bianca Cesori’s outfit, if we can call it that
Bianca Cesori showed up to the 2025 Grammy Awards, arm in arm with Kanye West. As she stood for photos, I am sure photographers thought it was a retelling of the Emperor’s New Clothes. Cesori wore a dress so shear, she might as well have been wearing nothing at all. Perhaps she was able to…
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Demna’s own award show outfit: A plain black T
He received an amazing honor, and yet here I am focused on his outfit. Demna, creative director at Balenciaga, was awarded the he decoration of Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from the Ministry of Culture in France. To receive his reward, Demna showed up wearing a plain black t-shirt and black pants.…
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Gone is the Starbucks open door policy
Years ago, Starbucks had a PR problem. A group of Black cyclists had come into one of the cafes, were profiled. The brand then committed to an open door policies, saying that their stores (specifically the bathrooms) were for everyone. No one was to be kicked out. Years later now, in 2025, the brand did…
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It feels like I have nothing to do today
I have learned so much trivia as I scrolled social media. And it has been so easy to do it because I have nothing to do. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I have plenty of goals that I want to achieve, but I haven’t actually created any plans for how I would achieve them.…
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I definitely have some thoughts about this eye mask from Laneige
When I got the Laneige Bouncy & Firm Eye Sleeping Mask , it was not at all what I was expecting. And that’s on me. I was expecting a moisturizing cream. Something that hydrated my skin and left it feeling and looking plump. Nope I think the name was more so describing the product itself.…
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Donna Born in Roma Gold has some staying power
I am shocked at by the staying power Donna Born in Roma Gold. After trying some new fragrances that have faded fairly quickly from my skin, I thought it was me. Fragrances just don’t stay on my skin. But this solar floral is making me change my mind. Donna Born in Roma Gold eau de…
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Parking lot pet peeves
When the parking lot relatively empty, I like put a little cushion between me and the next car. I leave multiple spaces, I try to avoid parking right in front of others. If there is the room, why not use it. And yet, invariably, I return to my car to find my car flanked, and…
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Here’s a few restaurants to try in Boston’s South End
How about some quick travel content? Here are some restaurants to try if you happen to visit Boston’s South End. Kane’s – Delicious donuts. Be prepared to wait in line Clover Food Lab– Great option for vegetarian/vegan options. And the fries are so very good The Tradesman– Great breakfast sandwiches and ridiculous filled croissants The…
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