Author: awrensays
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In memoriam to my favorite part of the hotel experience: The mini shampoo
As a child, my favorite part of staying in a hotel was getting the tiny bottles of shampoo. It was like a free souvenir (that my parents definitely paid for). As an adult, I continued to revel in having the little takeaways from my journeys. Only now, that is becoming a rarer and rarer pleasure.…
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You look like a tourist
It is often used pejoratively. “You look like a tourist.” It means that you look like you don’t know what’s going on, or you stand out too much from the local culture. Which, if you are in fact a tourist, both things are likely true of you. When I travel, I do my best to…
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Barcelona has a tourist problem
Imagine. You just got settled in for your dream Spanish vacation. You are excited to explore the historic streets of Barcelona. Of all the things that could happen during your trip, you never imagined that being the target of protests would be one of them. Recently, Barcelona locals, and those in other Spanish cities, have…
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How I fared with this AHA product from Thrive Causmetics
After applying playing with some makeup for the day, I could notice some flaky texture showing through. It was definitely time to exfoliate. The perfect time to try out the Overnight Sensation Gentle Retexurizing Solution from Thrive Causmetics I immediately planned to use the AHA serum that night. After thoroughly cleansing my skin, or rather…
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Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue is a summertime classic
I needed a fragrance that whispered, “Summer is finally here.” In walks Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue for women. A soft citrusy fragrance for those who are fragrance shy. It is citrus without screaming, “I am a lemon!,” and a perpetual classic for a reason. It is well rounded and refreshing. Dolce & Gabbana Light…
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Have or can
It was a mindset shift. I walked into the kitchen to use the microwave. “Why can’t I keep this thing clean?” Just as quickly I got hit with a reframe, “Why haven’t I done it?” It is a simple idea. There is a difference between can and have. Can is related to ability. By asking…
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A Saks and Neiman’s merger just might happen
If you go back in my posts, you will see that I wrote about the whispers of a Saks and Neiman Marcus merger. As of late, the brands have agreed to a deal to bring the two mega luxury department stores under one roof, so to speak. In my previous post, I questioned what that…
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Ketchup couture from Heinz
Of all the collabs I have seen in fashion of late, I did not see this one coming. Heinz Ketchup has partnered with Kate Spade. You can now demonstrate your love for the condiment by not just putting it on everything but also wearing it. You might, like I did think, “What?” or “That’s ridiculous.”…
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Your favorite designer fragrance isn’t really made by who you think it is
Dior, Chanel, Tom Ford. All of those big names of very expensive designer brands. You just want a little piece of it so you invest in a bottle of fragrance, which in comparison is moderately priced. Your little bottle of Chanel is your piece of the company, how you can wear it on your skin…
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What should we hope to see from Max Mara fragrances?
I have seen multiple news sources covering the story that Shiseido has been granted the license to product Max Mara fragrances. My thought was, “Wait, they make fragrance?” The brand known for the Teddy coat and luxury outerwear generally, they make fragrances? As of now there is no fragrance on their website. But looking deep…
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