KOSHKA MASHKA— A Luxury Ready-to-Wear Parisian Fashion Brand That You Can Shop Online!
A luxury Parisian ready-to-wear brand you need to know about.
Wearing a Koshka Mashka lace dress.
Los Angeles Welcomes Parisian Fashion Brand
Koshka Mashka
for their valentine’s day weekend
trunk show.
koshka moshka:
Where Luxury fashion
Meets Conscious Fashion
Meets Ready-to-Wear fashion.
Koshka Mashka arrived from Paris to Los Angeles on Valentine’s Day 2020 weekend and held their trunk show event at The London West Hollywood Hotel. Their trunk show featured never before seen pieces of next season’s looks and a few of their hand crafted beaded designs.
Koshka Mashka is a fashion brand for the elegant, yet sophisticated, and fashion-forward woman. Koshka Mashka is an authentic French brand, designed exclusively in Paris, France and made 100% in France. Their fabrics are constructed from the finest materials and are ethically sourced. It is a Parisian luxury line who’s pieces can be worn during the day.
SOME STYLES SEEN IN KOSHKA MASHKA’S LINE :
Sheer, elegant, romantic lace dresses, with the finest details.
Parisian and modern jumpsuits, even those made of 100% wool.
100% silk dresses.
Light and feminine blouses. Blouses made of 100% silk in eye catching hues such as blue. Blouses made of crepe. Backless blouses made of 100% cotton, while remaining sophisticated and feminine.
100% Leather jackets with silk lining.
Parisian chic 100% Cotton trench coats.
100% Italian leather skirts with a refined ruffle detail.
Over-the-knee 100% leather skirts with a discrete slit.
Pants that bring a name to “elegant street fashion.” Pants made of 100% leather that remain ready-to-wear, or can be dressed up.
KOSHKA MOSHKA’S VALENTINE’S DAY 2020 TRUNK SHOW SNEAK PEEKS:
2 Looks that I loved from koshka mashka’s trunk show!
I love these shorts because they are very high waisted, which allows for a short top to be paired with them very comfortably. The 100% wool, combined with the white as choice, and the very high waist make these shorts a sophisticated yet fashion-forward look. The blouse carries the signature feel of Koshka Mashka’s blouses—delicate, feminine, and unique.
I love this sheer black lace dress. I named this piece “the dress” at the trunk show. The attention to design and detail on this piece deserves its own name. Again, this piece can be worn during the day with sandals, or dressed up at night with your choice of heels. A quality I love of Koshka Mashka’s line is the top quality of material and design, with the option of relaxed elegance.
(Pictured above) Mari, the designer of Koshka Mashka, at the London Hotel before Koshka Mashka’s next round of trunk shows.
—> Shop the pants seen on the designer HERE.
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INSTAGRAM: @KOSHKA_MASHKA
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Xx,
Laura
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Happy Valentines! Here is an Easy Valentines Day Look!
Bronze, pink, and pearls.
A SIMPLE VALENTINE’S DAY LOOK:
Pink, Bronze, and Pearls.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2020! Posted below are the steps to recreate the look that’s posted. You can pull this pink and bronze-y look off in a few easy steps.
HERE IS WHAT I’M WEARING IN THE PICTURES:
FOR THE FACE: YOUR FAVORITE FOUNDATION AND BRONZER.
Apply your favorite foundation and your favorite bronzer. I used liquid foundation CHANEL PERFECTION LUMIÈRE VELVET SMOOTH-EFFECT MAKEUP BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 15 SUNSCREEN. This foundation gives a velvety and dewy finish. I applied a bronzer (without shimmer) right underneath my cheekbones, along my jawline and the two outer corners of my forehead,
FOR THE CHEEKS: PINK BLUSH. Julie Hewett Cheekie: Cheek and Lip Shine Pot - Posie.
Next, dust pink blush onto your cheeks. Choose a pink blush color that is in a similar hue of pink and “strength” of pink as the pink lip color. I dusted Julie Hewett’s pink blush in “Posie” from her “Cheekie Pot” collection. This “cheekie pot” is actually multi-use, so you COULD use this “Posie” on your lips, too.
FOR THE EYES: BLACKEST BLACK BUILDABLE AND VOLUMIZING MASCARA. Then, WHITE SHIMMER ON BROW BONE AND INNER CORNERS OF THE EYES. Le Volume De Mascara - # 10 Noir.
Next, I dusted on a white shimmer cream onto my brow bones and inner corner of the eyes. No eye shadow was used. Then, simply apply the blackest black and buildable mascara you can find. I love Chanels Le Volume De Mascara- #10 Noir because this formula allows you to build and volumize your lashes until they literally look like fake lashes (but healthy).
FOR THE LIPS: PINK LIP BALM. Julie Hewett Los Angeles camellia ruby lip balm.
Apply a pink lipstick or balm, in the same “strength” and hue of pink as the blush. I used Julie Hewett’s Ruby Lip balm, this lip balm includes Camellia oil, a hydrating and moisturizing ingredient for the lips.
FOR THE BODY: BRONZEY BODY OIL. NUXE Huile Prodigieuse OR Multi-Purpose Dry Oil.
Don’t forget your body! Swipe on a dry bronze body oil for a subtle shimmer and color.
I chose NUXE Huile Prodigieuse OR Multi-Purpose Dry Oil. I originally found this oil in the pharmacy of France, but you can actually order this product from NUXE off Amazon! NUXE Huile dries onto your body with a DRY finish—not with sticky oil finish. The finish also leaves a subtle bronze-y hue with gold flecks, and it smells like perfume. NUXE Huile contains botanical oils, such as Camellia oil and Borage oil. It is also a multi-purpose oil, which means this product serves more than one purpose. You can dust this bronze-y gold oil into your hair, or even mix a few drops into your foundation.
Check out my post Raiding Products in the Pharmacy in France! to read more about NUXE Huile.
FOR THE HAIR: MIRACLE FRUIT OIL. MIRACLE FRUIT SEED OIL TREATMENT.
After my hair air dried, I applied a few drops of MIRACLE FRUIT SEED OIL TREATMENT to smooth my hair out and strengthen it. Check out this study and read about the effect miracle fruit seed oil has on the hair! Miracle fruit seed oil helps repair damaged hair AND helps it grow.
FOR THE HAIR: “PEARL” HEADBAND. LONEEDY 4 PCS Pearl Beaded Headbands, Bridal Hair Accessories Party for Women and Girls.
Finally, I stacked some “pearl” headbands to finish my Valentine’s Day 2020 Look. I found these stackable “pearl” headbands on Amazon!
FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE PICTURE TO THE TOP:
(BOTTOM): a swatch of JULIE HEWETT POSIE CHEEKIE.
(TOP): a swatch of Julie Hewett Los Angeles camellia ruby lip balm.
<3
PRODUCTS USED:
LIPS- "Camellia RUBY BALM"
BLUSH- "POSIE"
HAIR
BODY OIL
EYES-"10 NOIR"
HAIR: MIRACLE FRUIT OIL.
LINKS:
SHOP MORE JULIE HEWETT LA AT WWW.JULIEHEWETT.NET
Happy Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day!!
Xx,
Laura
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Disclaimers:
I am not a doctor, physical therapist, dermatologist, or nutritionist. My blog posts are not meant to give advice but purely to share my own experience and to entertain. I cite references taken from my own online research and post them to routines that I choose to move forward with. What I use may not work for you. We all have unique health conditions and concerns. Always do your own additional research.
I am an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am providing links to products I mentioned in this post for your convenience. I personally use these products. They work for me but might not work for you. So please do your own research.
I purchase all products used in my posts and I am not sponsored by any company.
Morning Chocolate Bone Broth Smoothie!
You will love this chocolate bone broth recipe.
You may have heard of bone broth soup, but have you heard of a chocolate bone broth smoothie?
I decided to try a morning chocolate bone broth smoothie after I watched Dr. Axe’s video “Dr. Axe’s Morning Smoothie” (video posted below). Raw cocoa, blueberries, organic unsweetened coconut milk, cinnamon, and goji powder (or acai powder) are ingredients I already know and love. I appreciate the fact that bone broth protein comes from a source of pure and natural protein, and, I never tried it before. I didn’t know you could add bone broth into your morning smoothie….in a chocolate flavor….and I LOVE chocolate, so I gave it a try.
Dr. Axe’s morning smoothie tastes chocolate-y and amazing, and I’ve been enjoying having it with my breakfast the last week! I like how I can pack in a ton of nutrients into a smoothie and feel good the rest of the day.
RECIPE, “Dr. Axe Morning Smoothie”:
1 cup frozen cherries or blueberries.
1 cup coconut milk or almond milk.
1 teaspoon of Chia Seed powder.
Bone broth protein in ancient nutrition- Chocolate flavor.
1 tablespoon Goji berry powder or acaii powder.
Add a little cinnamon
1 tablespoon raw cacoa powder.
1 scoop MSM powder (not in Dr. Axe’s video tutorial).
I also added in a teaspoon of MSM powder into my smoothie due to the benefits documented of MSM:
*Sources posted about MSM at the bottom of this post.*
MSM supplementation appears to benefit skin health and gene expression. #1
MSM appears to dampen the release of inflammatory molecules in response to exercise, resulting in a less incendiary environment, allowing cells to still have the capacity to mount an appropriate response to an additional stimulus after exercise. #2
Initial human exercise studies have suggested that MSM supplementation may reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress and muscle damage. #3
“Dr. Axe’s Morning Smoothie”:
PRODUCTS USED:
Hope you enjoy your chocolate bone broth morning smoothie!
Xx,
Laura
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Sources:
Dr. Axe’s Morning Smoothie | Ancient Nutrition, Youtube.com
https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-017-0181-z #3
Disclaimers:
I am not a doctor, physical therapist, dermatologist, or nutritionist. My blog posts are not meant to give advice but purely to share my own experience and to entertain. I cite references taken from my own online research and post them to routines that I choose to move forward with. What I use may not work for you. We all have unique health conditions and concerns. Always do your own additional research.
I am an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am providing links to products I mentioned in this post for your convenience. I personally use these products. They work for me but might not work for you. So please do your own research.
I purchase all products used in my posts and I am not sponsored by any company.
Wide Long Legged Straight Cut Jeans- New Favorite Style!
Jeans that are fashion-forward yet comfortable.
I just bought a pair of WIDE LONG LEGGED STRAIGHT CUT JEANS and am already in love.
This style of jean is very versatile for dressing up or down.
For going out, you can pair this style of jean with a dressy top and heels, and the jeans make for a relaxed, fashion-forward feel for a night out.
For daytime, you can pair this style of jean with some sneakers and a turtleneck, for a classy/relaxed look, or with a comfy casual T for a boho chic look.
There are tons of looks you can pull off with a pair of wide long wide straight cut jeans, and comfortably fashion forward.
-Links for clothing posted below.-
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CLOTHING LINKS:
The jeans pictured: https://www.fashionnova.com/products/mel-pleated-wide-leg-jean-medium-wash
Wide Straight Legged Cut Jeans on Amazon:
*Note: Not the exact jeans pictured, but these are the same style.
XX,
laura
Little black Sabo Skirt in Malibu.
Malibu dress edition.
A day at the beach in Malibu is the cure for anything. Especially in a little black backless dress.
~Clothing details are linked at the bottom.~
SHOP THIS LOOK:
Lipault Paris backpack.
~REVERSIBLE UPF HAT~
Dress: https://us.saboskirt.com/
Xx,
Laura
A313 Vitamin A Pommade from France! What you need to know!
A313 vitamin A pommade—everything you need to know and where to buy it!
What is A313?
A313 is a coveted pommade from France filled with vitamin A. The little aluminum tube carries 200,000 UI concentrate of vitamin A. It has been compared to the European version of tretinoin or retin-A (but no prescription is needed). A313 claims to treat everything from wrinkles, pigmentation, actinic keratosis, acne, and oily skin.
History lesson: A313 is the new formulation of the product “Avibon.” Before, people needed to stock up on A313 while visiting France, just as you do with their sunscreen, but now you can buy it on Amazon! (worldwide shipping with overseas packaging included! see a picture of my package below!)
I decided to order a tube of A313 on Amazon and test it out! After I waited about 3-4 weeks, my A313 package finally arrived! The return address even says “Spain!”
The A313 package looks a little beaten up, like it definitely travelled a long distance. I could not wait to open the tube and test out the feel of the product.
What does A313 feel like?
The consistency feels like vaseline. It feels more emollient and light than I expected it to be. It has a strong smell, like glue. The after-feel is slightly sticky.
My take on it:
The formula of A313 is not as strong as the prescription Tretinoin or Retin A, therefore this could be great for skin types that want a more emollient formula of vitamin A.
Check out these A313 videos below for an in-depth overview!
Xx,
Laura
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Sources:
Youtube: Dr. Dray, “A313 Pommade”
Youtube: Hot and Flashy, “A313, Better than Retin-A??”
Disclaimers:
I am not a doctor, physical therapist, dermatologist, or nutritionist. My blog posts are not meant to give advice but purely to share my own experience and to entertain. I cite references taken from my own online research and post them to routines that I choose to move forward with. What I use may not work for you. We all have unique health conditions and concerns. Always do your own additional research.
I am an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am providing links to the products I mentioned in this post for your convenience. I personally use these products. They work for me but might not work for you. So please do your own research.
I purchase all the products used in my posts and I am not sponsored by any company.
6 Cute Hats for Sun Protection that aren’t Beach Hats and Perfect for Los Angeles!
Cute hats w/ UPF 50+ fabric!!!
ADDITIONALLY—
CLICK THE VIDEO BELOW AND FOLLOW A SIMPLE TUTORIAL ON HOW TO IRON ON AN IRON-ON PATCH TO A BUCKET HAT.
6 cute hats that are casual and easy to wear during Fall/Winter in Los Angeles. 5 hats contain upf 50+ sun protection!
It’s important to protect your skin from the sun year-round, even during the Fall/Winter months. The problem is the difficulty in finding cute hats with UPF 50+ fabric that aren’t beach hats! When Fall and Winter arrive, pairing your favorite wide brim beach hat with your leather jacket just doesn’t look right.
It was surprisingly hard to find cute bucket hats and casual hats with UPF 50+ fabric! However, I found 6 hats off Amazon that are casual and cute and WILL work with Winter and Fall outfits! (See them all below!)
—>What is UPF+ fabric and why is it importanT for Additional sun protection?
UPF is like adding sunscreen SPF to your clothing.
UPF measures the amount of UV rays that penetrate fabric and reach your skin. UPF measures both UVB and UVA rays, while SPF measures only UVB.
What you need to know: A fabric must have a UPF of 30 to qualify for The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation. A UPF of 30 to 49 offers very good protection, while UPF 50+ rates as excellent.
Most beach hats have UPF coverage, but most bucket hats, or any other type of hat, don’t contain UPF fabric.
REVERSIBLE WIDE BRIM DENIM/CREAM BUCKET HAT WITH UPF 50+
This bucket hat has a wider brim, which offers more sun protection, AND contains UPF 50+ fabric. The denim is a nice touch since denim can easily pair with many outfits. The cream on the reverse is a nice contrast. Made of cotton.
2. REVERSIBLE WIDE BRIM BUCKET HAT WITH CUTE EMBROIDERY UPF 50+
This wide brim reversible bucket hat is super cute! I’m not a huge fan of embroidery, but this hat turned out to be one of my favorites. The design gives off the feel like you’re traveling to Mexico, or Palm Springs. The fabric contains UPF 50+ fabric.
3. BLACK BUCKET HAT WITH UPF 50+
This black bucket hat has a shorter brim and contains UPF 50+ fabric. This hat is one of my go-to’s since it goes with most everything and is casual and simple.
4. REVERSIBLE COTTON BYCKET HAT WITH UPF 50+ (BLACK + GREY)
This reversible wide brim bucket hat contains the UPF 50+ fabric and has a pretty contrast of black on one side and grey on the other. I plan to iron on a patch on the back to give it a little more personality.
5. CUTE SHINY LIGHT PINK RAIN HAT. *NO UPF 50+ INCLUDED. but STILL CUTE.
This shiny light pink bucket hat is actually a rain hat. It’s glossy, simple, and chic. The color says khaki online, but actually it is light pink in person. There’s a shiny black one, too, which I have my eye on.
6. BLACK FLOPPY HAT WITH TAN BOW IN COTTON, UPF 50+
This lightweight floppy cotton hat with UPF 50+ is elegant and chic. I could see myself wearing this to a brunch. The cute tan drawstring in the back is for tightening, just in case you need to ride in a convertible ;)
These 6 hats are easy to wear during the Winter and Fall months in Los Angeles and will offer you the sun protection that a beach hat does! Hope you enjoyed them!!!
Xx,
Laura
Sources:
Disclaimers:
I am not a doctor, physical therapist, dermatologist, or nutritionist. My blog posts are not meant to give advice but purely to share my own experience and to entertain. I cite references taken from my own online research and post them to routines that I choose to move forward with. What I use may not work for you. We all have unique health conditions and concerns. Always do your own additional research.
I am an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am providing links to products I mentioned in this post for your convenience. I personally use these products. They work for me but might not work for you. So please do your own research.
I purchase all products used in my posts and I am not sponsored by any company.
How to Use an Aerial Silks Trapeze! Plus—Benefits, Pros and Cons!
An anti-gravity routine for home!
Aerial Silks Trapeze:
A relaxing, anti-gravity exercise routine for home!
Stretching, hanging and posing on an aerial silks trapeze is one of my favorite things to do at home.
Aerial trapeze is a form of anti-gravity exercise, which has a host of benefits (which is posted below). It also feels amazing to stretch out after a long day, and once you get started, you will want to stretch on this daily. The trapeze is actually easier then it looks once you get the hang of it. After you have given it a shot it becomes addicting!
Simply hanging upside gives gravity a chance to elongate, relax and stretch out your back. Gravity pulls our back down daily in the opposite direction while we are sitting and standing upward, and hanging upside down releases it.
There are a ton of different positions on the trapeze I like to stretch to and benefit from.
Check out the chart below for more stretching poses. There are tons more positions to explore on Pinterest, try searching “yoga trapeze positions.” Also, there are videos I sometimes like to follow along to on Youtube.
History of Inversion Therapy and Zero-Gravity Positions
*Citations included. The corresponding sources are linked at the very bottom of this post.
According to this journal on Inversion Therapy & Zero Gravity, inversion therapy was actually used for health benefits back from Ancient times. In 3000 BC the humans used inversion poses and it shows on the first drawings discovered by archaeologists. “They use value of inverted poses of the body to re-balance the body, to increase blood circulations, stimulate the brain, relieve pressure on abdominal organs. In 400 BC The Father of Medicine, Hippocrates hoists up a patient on a ladder with ropes and pulley to harness the force of gravity in an effort to stretch patient and relieve their ailments.” (1.)
Inversion therapy on an aerial silk trapeze is a form of zero gravity concept (weightlessness) developed by NASA for astronauts. Gravity is the cause of many compressive negative effects on the body over time, such as sagging organs, compressed joints, and discs, varicose veins, baggy eyes, decreased height of half-inch every 20 years, and a long term effect of pulling the body downward. Scientific research showed that zero-gravity positions minimized the huge gravitational stresses astronauts experience during takeoff. Also, inversion postures (a form of zero-gravity positions) help relieve and neutralize the negative effects of gravity on the body by allowing proper heart, back, and leg alignment. (1., 2.)
Pros + Cons and Precautions of Inversion Therapy
It’s really important to understand the pros and cons before starting any form of wellness routine or exercise. Below, I have listed a few points I have found through my own research before continuing with the aerial silk trapeze. Of course, do your own research before beginning and ask your doctor. There might be something that is left out from the points below that pertains to you.
Pros:
Inversion therapy is used to cure back pain caused by degenerative or herniated discs, spinal stenosis or other spinal conditions. (1.)
Inversion therapy increases the space and reduces pressure between the vertebrae and nerve roots in the spine. (1.)
Inversion therapy helps sciatica, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, muscle spasm, and even lymphedema. (1.)
Inversion therapy can result in a realignment of the vertebrae, rehydration of the invertebral discs, relaxation of the muscles and reduction of recovery time. (1.)
Inversion therapy has been shown to stimulate venous return and the lymphatic system, increase oxygen flow to the brain, help maintain our original body shape, help maintain correct posture, contribute to overall general good health, and avoid prolapsed internal organs. (1.)
Increases joint mobility and flexibility. (1.)
Increases mobility of the spine. (1.)
The weightlessness position takes the forces of gravity away from the spine and produces relaxation of the spine and extremities muscles. (2.)
The direct benefits of the inversion therapy are improving of the lymphatic system and increase of venous return produce facilitation of the autonomic nervous system and its baroreceptors increasing oxygen flow to the brain centers and remove of the waste products into the venous system, inhibit the spasmed and tight muscles in scoliosis, spinal muscles spasm leading to improve of original body posture and decreasing of recovery time. (2.)
Removes wastes from the spine. (4.)
Decreases inflammation (4.)
Increases blood circulation through surrounding muscles. (4.)
Cons and Precautions:
It can be dangerous, and even deadly, to hang upside down for too long as blood pools to the head. Start hanging in a moderate position for 30 seconds to 1 minute at a time. Then increase the time by 2 to 3 minutes.
Listen to your body and return to an upright position if you don’t feel well. (4.)
Invert for a short period of time (static 1 - 3 minutes, intermittent 5 - 10 minutes per session. (2.)
It takes time to adjust to inversion therapy. It’s best to start off in shorter increments (slowly building from one-minute sets to three) to get used to the process. This can help reduce side effects such as dizziness or muscle strain. Be careful not to overdo it. (4.)
Invert slowly then return slowly and progress slowly. (2.)
Invert only to a comfortable angle. Full inversion to 90 degrees isn’t required for all patients. (2.)
If you have inner ear problems, glaucoma, or a retinal detachment, an inversion table can make it worse, even to the point of causing bleeding from the eyes if there is too much pressure. You should also avoid inversion if you have a heart condition, fracture, osteoporosis, or hernia. (3.)
Even if it is helpful, the effects of inversion therapy won’t be long-term. (3.)
It can increase your blood pressure. (3.)
It can make some pre-existing conditions worse. You should also avoid using an inversion table if you have a heart condition, fracture, osteoporosis, or hernia. Inversion can be dangerous for those who are overweight or pregnant. (3.)
There’s no evidence to support that inversion is more beneficial than performing inversion in standing or sitting positions (4.)
I love my aerial trapeze and basically have it hanging all the time so that I can use it whenever in passing :) Below is linked the aerial trapeze that I have used the last 2 years, and am happy with. Of course, there are many different brands to choose from, too.
What you’ll need:
Scroll down for further reading in “SOURCES.”
Xx,
Laura
Disclaimers:
I am not a doctor, physical therapist, dermatologist, or nutritionist. My blog posts are not meant to give advice but purely to share my own experience and to entertain. I cite references taken from my own online research and post them to routines that I choose to move forward with. What I use may not work for you. We all have unique health conditions and concerns. Always do your own additional research.
I am an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I am providing links to products I mentioned in this post for your convenience. I personally use these products. They work for me but might not work for you. So please do your own research.
I purchase all the products used in my posts and I am not sponsored by any company.
10 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Adults!
Wouldn’t you like to receive any of these?
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All products are on Amazon.
1. A quality, nourishing conditioner.
2. A handy Vitamin D and K2 mouth spray that ensures you’re getting enough vitamin D during the Winter. (1,000 IU per spray!)
3. A cute beanie for women.
4. A handy and basic beanie for men.
5. A quality makeup brush for women. This brush is versatile, compact, travel friendly, and made of Takelon bristles (high-grade synthetic fibers to maximize product application and is more sanitary than animal hair.)
This product as mentioned and detailed in my blog post “7 Beauty Products I Love Right Now.”
6. Starbucks gift cards! How could you go wrong?
7. A quality shaving cream for men.
8. Something fun to add. Champagne bath bombs. Or a bath bomb of your choice.
9. A palm tree bottle opener.
10. A multipurpose and handy power strip with USB, Anker PowerPort Cube with 3 Outlets and 3 USB Ports, Portable, 5 ft Extension Cord, Overload Protection for iPhone Xs/XR, Compact for Travel, Cruise Ship and Office.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Xx,
Laura
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10 Places To Go in Los Angeles Over the Holiday Season!
What's going on in L.A. in December?FA LA LA LA LOS ANGELES
10 Places to go in Los Angeles During Christmas time <3
1. Beverly Hills Hotel for dinner at The Polo Lounge
The Beverly Hills Hotel by Dorchester Collection is dressed for Christmas every year and even has its own “Festive Season.” It’s a must-see to visit this iconic Los Angeles hotel dressed in their signature Christmas trees, lights, wreaths, and garland. Their Polo Lounge even offers a four-course Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day brunch!
2. Ice skating at “ICE at Santa Monica”
The outdoor ice skating rink at “ICE at Santa Monica” is super cute and lighted with gold stars, Christmas trees, and strings of Christmas lights. “ICE at Santa Monica” even has a little hot chocolate stand outside by the rink. This rink is located in downtown Santa Monica near 3rd Street Promenade which has its own Christmas decorations, shopping, and restaurants. :)
3. The Grove Beverly Hills for Christmas shopping
When The Grove in Beverly Hills gets decorated, I know it’s Christmas time. The Grove transforms into a Winter Wonderland and does not take its Christmas theme lightly during the holiday season in Los Angeles. Their decorations remind me of Disneyland, complete with a huge gingerbread house for Santa Claus, a huge beautiful Christmas tree, spontaneous Christmas events (like a LIVE Dancing with the Stars performance) on their outdoor stage (set up only during Christmastime for random Christmas shows), “snowfall” and their signature trolley, decorated. Aside from the awesome Christmas decorations, The Grove also offers some of the best Christmas shopping in Los Angeles.
4. The Beverly Hilton Hotel for brunch
The Beverly Hilton Hotel is another iconic Los Angeles hotel that decorates during the Christmas season. The Beverly Hilton Hotel is known for hosting The Golden Globes, Grammy’s after-parties, among other events, so you can imagine their Christmas decorations are set to impress.
—> See my post “Day in the Life in L.A.: One Day/One Night in Los Angeles” with another post about The Beverly Hilton Hotel.
5. Strolling around the Venice Canals
Christmas in LA is also not complete without walking around the historic Venice Canals during the Christmas season. The Venice canal bridges are decorated with festive Christmas garlands and the Christmas lights shine at night :) Abbott Kinney Blvd. is also close by which is great to do a little Christmas shopping afterward, or go to dinner. :)
6. Chinese Lantern Festival
The Chinese Lantern Festival happens once a year in L.A., and that’s during the holiday season. The outdoor Chinese Lantern Festival is held outside. Thousands of intricately made Chinese Lanterns are displayed, as well as food trucks, and hot coffee.
—> See my post “Chinese Lantern Festival” from last year :)
7. The Enchanted Forest of Light
The Enchanted Forest of Light is held outside in the historic Descanso Gardens of Los Angeles. Once a year the Descanso Gardens sets up a one-mile walk through their park, with glowing lanterns and sights, and interactive light-up experiences.
8. Sample sales around Los Angeles
This is one of my favorite things during December and January in Los Angeles. As various designers and brands clear the way and get ready for their Spring edition, they clear out the current Winter and (sometimes last Springs) wear. The sample sales are usually held in warehouses downtown, where you hunt through big brown boxes of beautiful clothing at a huge discount. Definitely go, and set aside some cash.
Schedules: CHICMI CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER
9. Walk around downtown Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, then go to Beverly Hills BOLD Holidays #BOLDBH!
Downtown Beverly Hills and the iconic Rodeo Drive is also decorated every year during Christmas. Beverly Hills sets up a huge Christmas tree, a hanging Santa and reindeer, Christmas garlands, and more. It makes it so fun to have a latte and stroll around while Christmas shopping, or, just enjoying. Beverly Hills also hosts a BOLD Holidays in downtown Beverly Hills every Friday and Saturday with music, entertainment, and shopping.
10. The Montage Hotel Laguna Beach for dinner or after-dinner drinks
The gorgeous Montage in Laguna Beach right on the ocean is decorated every year for Christmas. The set up a huge Christmas tree right by the ocean, and it’s truly unique and beautiful to see. The Montage Hotel in Laguna Beach has its own holiday season schedule and was ranked recently as one of the most beautiful hotels in the world to visit during Christmas. The shopping in downtown Laguna Beach is also decorated and fun to walk around and enjoy.
—> See article “15 hotels that go all-out for Christmas”
For more ideas things to do for Christmas in Los Angeles, check:
XX,
LAURA
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What to Get for Someone Who Has Everything!?
What can you get for someone who has everything? Here’s a unique gift idea that will benefit more people than just one!
You know the person. What could you get them??
You may be reading this post because you have a friend, family member, or someone who you’d like to buy a gift for, but they already have everything. It also seems like a waste to buy something they don’t need that will likely end up in storage or the trash. So what to do??
In this case, a great gift idea that will only go to good use is a donation to a charity in their name. The charity could be in a topic that they feel passionate about, or it could be a charity you know and trust.
Then, you could throw in a bottle of wine or champagne with the card.
Need suggestions of reputable organizations?
3 organizations that truly put donated money directly into their cause are Border Kindness, I Stand with my Pack and Chihuahua Rescue Group of San Diego.
—> Click here for the links and a brief summary of each organization! <—
XX,
LAURA
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Sister, Wife, Mom!—“For Her”
Last-minute gift ideas FOR HER that she will actually like! All on Amazon. Christmas 2019.
Gifts she will like!
Christmas gift ideas for women, 2019, all on Amazon.
Gifts for wellness aficionados.
A bath caddy.
Gifts for wellness aficionados.
A mini-refrigerator for storing skincare products.
Gifts for chefs.
A Himalayan salt cooking block.
Gifts for chefs.
A pasta maker.
Gifts for chefs.
The new “Cravings” cookbook by Chrissy Teigen.
Gifts for chefs.
A cheese board and knife set.
Gifts for adventurers.
A picnic basket.
Gifts for adventurers.
A phone tripod set for capturing moments.
For adventurers.
A cute fanny pack for hikes, walks, or on-the-go.
Gifts for wellness aficionados.
A purse to wear to the gym/pilates that won’t get ruined.
Gifts for beauty buffs.
A UPF (built-in SPF) hat for extra skin protection that’s still fashionable.
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!
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Xx,
Laura
pictured wearing the last item “UPF (built in SPF) hat for extra skin protection that’s still fashionable.”
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Holiday Gift Ideas on Amazon for Him 2019!
Holiday Gift Ideas on Amazon For Him that he will like! Amazon Black Friday 2019 prices are included!
Amazon Black Friday 2019 Deals Included!
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Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah!
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Laura
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Holiday Gift Ideas on Amazon For Her 2019!
Holiday Gift Ideas on Amazon For Her that she will actually like! Amazon Black Friday 2019 prices are included!
Amazon Black Friday 2019 Prices Included
Gifts your wife, sister or mom will actually like! <3 <3 <3
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Xx,
Laura
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K-Beauty Skincare Shopping Finds in Koreatown, Los Angeles!
Korea is known for their beautiful, glass, baby faced skin and their “K-Beauty” skincare routine. I decided to hit up Koreatown in Los Angeles to go straight to the skincare source. It was sooo worth it! Here are the products I saw. the products I picked and where I went!
What is K-Beauty?
“K-Beauty” is short for Korean Beauty and deserves its own category in the beauty and skincare industry. Korea is well known for its innovative beauty products and in-depth skincare routines.
They are also known for their beautiful, glass, baby faced skin. It might be partly due to genetics, but their dedication and knowledge of skincare and wellness may also have something to do with it!
To Korean’s, their 10-step skincare routine is as normal as brushing their teeth. Korean’s 10-step skincare routine includes:
Oil cleanser
Water-based foam cleanser
Exfoliator (1-2x per week depending)
Toner
Essence for skin regeneration
Serum
Sheet mask
Eye cream
Sleeping mask
SPF
And they do this every day. Usually, they are taught how to do a 10 step skincare routine when they learn how to brush their teeth. So, Koreans definitely know a thing or 2 about skincare, and their skin shows it!
I decided to hit up Koreatown in Los Angeles to go straight to the skincare source. It was sooo worth it.
The places I went skincare shopping in Koreatown are Palace Beauty, The Face Shop and Nature Republic. If you love skincare and beauty, shopping in Koreatown LA is definitely a thing to do.
At the very bottom of this post are posted the skincare products I picked.
Aisles and aisles of sheet masks. At Palace Beauty, Koreatown, Los Angeles. (Inside the Galleria Mall)
There were sooo many different types of sheet masks, including shea butter sheet masks, bamboo sheet masks, egg white sheet masks, collagen sheet masks, green tea sheet masks and other types of tea sheet masks, stem cell sheet masks, and soo many more. The price was $2 per sheet mask.
The sale of skincare products outside of Palace Beauty in the Galleria Mall.
Snail cream with SPF 50 sunscreen with a tint. In the sale items outside of Palace Beauty!
What is snail slime used for in skincare?
The slime left by snails contain ingredients such as glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and glycolic acid. These ingredients in the form of snail slime are said to penetrate the skin very well.
Concealer cushions with sunscreen are popular in Koreatown. At The Face Shop.
A concealer cushion with SPF in a compact. At The Face Shop.
Chia Seed used in a toner and lotion. At Palace Beauty, Koreatown, Los Angeles.
These facial and body massage rollers deliver gentle microcurrents to the skin for blood flow, toning, and anti-aging. The lady who helped me at Palace Beauty was nice enough to let me one. I did feel my facial muscles activated and slightly shocked. The larger rollers fit around your jawline, arms and legs! The smaller rollers fit around the under-eye area. This same product and brand is actually sold at Sephora.
THE PRODUCTS I PICKED! <3 <3 <3
WINE EXFOLIATING PADS!
This is the first time I’ve seen wine and exfoliation together in one product. You use these exfoliating wine pads 1-2x per week after cleansing. These pads are great for gentle exfoliation and antiaging. Wine is known for the antiaging ingredient resveratrol.
Read my post Raiding Products in the Pharmacy in France and scroll to Caudalie products to learn more about the antiaging ingredient resveratrol.
Found it on Amazon!
2. OIL AMPOULE MIST WITH CAMELLIA OIL!
I was inspired to look for ampoule products in Koreatown after I watched a few of Korean beauty guru’s UNA BEAUTY CLOUD’s Youtube videos. Ampoule products are stronger and more concentrated than serums. Since this mist contains camellia oil in ampoule form, this means the camellia oil is more concentrated than a mist containing camellia oil that isn’t in ampoule form. Ampoules are used as intensive treatments, as needed, or 1-2 times a week.
UNA BEAUTY CLOUD mixes ampoule products with aloe vera and applies it to a cut sheet of unwoven cotton as an intensive hydrating eye mask, so I needed to do this, too.
P.S. -She’s 40.
Read my post “Laura Dern of ‘Big Little Lies’ Shares Her Beauty Truths!” to learn more about the benefits of camellia oil!
3. PEPTIDE SHOT (AMPOULE)!
Since these are peptides in an ampoule, this means the peptides are more concentrated than a regular peptide serum. After I used this serum just one night, I noticed my complexion looked brighter and healthier the next morning compared to an expensive serum I just bought from my dermatologist!
Found it on Amazon!
4. SNAIL GALAC PERAL SHINING B.B. WHITENING AND ANTI-WRINKLE WITH SPF 50/PA+++ IN NO. 21!
This product was sitting outside of Palace Beauty on their SALE table full of products. I had to get this. I have never used snail in skincare before, and the slime of snail has natural hyaluronic acid, antioxidant activities, glycolic acid and glycoproteins. I also love how tinted sunscreen (with a high SPF!) is mixed with snail.
I already tried it, and I’m actually wearing it right now, and I love it. I’m so happy I got this. The formula has a consistency of a whipped foundation and it leaves my skin with a glassy look. If I choose to wear this during the day, I still wear my usual sunscreen underneath.
Snail Galac Pearl Shining B.B. Whitening and Anti-Wrinkle with SPF 50/ PA+++ in No. 21.
Found it on Amazon!
5. KOREAN SHEET MASKS!
I chose a snail mask, ginseng mask, a Pearl Hydrating Essence Mask, and a soothing Cucumber mask.
I was on the look out for ginseng since UNA BEAUTY CLOUD mentions ginseng and an important antiaging ingredient in Korea. She also buys fresh ginseng and mixes it with honey in a jar, and then adds it to hot teas.
Since ginseng is a popular skincare ingredient in Korea, I needed to get a ginseng sheet mask while in Koreatown, and of course, a snail mask, too.
—Off to try out new skincare!
If you liked this post, check out “Noninvasive Face Lifting Treatment from South Korea” and “An Easy Way to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup”!
XX,
LAURA
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An Easy Way to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup!
Here is an easy way to reapply sunscreen over makeup and original sunscreen without washing your face! You must know how to put together your own “sun pack.”
Espresso, Kombucha, (Purple) “sun pack,” and sunscreen, at Verve, Melrose <3
An easy way to reapply sunscreen throughout the day over makeup.
make your own “Sun Pack” for on-the-go easy sunscreen touch-ups.
I always wondered how to reapply sunscreen during the day when I’m already wearing makeup, and now there is finally a simple, easy, solution.
After I watched South Korean Beauty Youtuber UNA Beauty Cloud’s video “How to touch up,” (see link for the vid at the bottom of this post) I was inspired to make my own “sun pack” (the purple compact) for on-the-go sunscreen touch-ups.
Here are the steps: *by una beauty cloud youtube
SPRAY A HYDRATING MIST ONTO SKIN (and over original makeup and sunscreen) FOR PREP— Spray a soothing mist over your makeup. You could use those little Evian bottle misters. I chose an antioxidant mist ampoule with camellia oil.
USE TISSUE TO GENTLY BLOT YOUR SKIN AFTER SPRAYING— This step helps set the facial spray into your skin and prepare a fresh canvas for the sunscreen.
APPLY SUNSCREEN— Apply the sunscreen you used in the morning over your makeup.
USE A MAKEUP POOF TO SMOOTH AND BLOT IN SUNSCREEN— Use a makeup sponge your choice to gently blot sunscreen over your makeup. That’s it!
SEE VISUAL STEPS BELOW:
Spray facial spray over makeup and lightly blot facial spray into the skin using a tissue.
2. Apply sunscreen on top makeup.
3. Smooth and blot sunscreen using a makeup poof or sponge.
4. Smooth and blot sunscreen using a makeup poof or sponge.
HOW TO make YOUR OWN “SUN PACK”
But how can you carry tissue and a makeup sponge around with you every day in an easy, compact and sanitary way? This is where the “SUN PACK” comes in, see steps below.
put together your own “SUN PACK” steps:
Pick a compact with enough space inside to hold a few organic tissues and one make up sponge or poof. (Maybe you already have a spare! I bought mine for $8.99 in Koreatown, Los Angeles.)
Pick a make up sponge with the type of finish you want. For example, a denser and smoother sponge will give a heavier finish, while a lighter sponge will give a lighter finish.
Insert a few organic tissues on one side and one makeup sponge on the other side, and this makes your compact “sun pack.”
If you don’t have a spare compact, organic tissues or flat makeup sponge, consider my suggestions at the very bottom.
visual “Sun Pack” Steps:
All the products needed to reapply sunscreen over makeup. Skin hydrating mist (facial spray), sunscreen, organic tissue, make up sponge, a compact.
STEP 1: A compact that comes with a divider is super helpful to divide the tissues and makeup sponge. This compact came with a poofy sponge (not the finish I want for the sunscreen) so I replaced it with my own denser sponge, which is a non latex makeup sponge.
STEP 2: Insert the organic tissues on one side of the divider.
STEP 3: Insert the makeup sponge on the other side of the divider.
STEP 4: Your “sun pack” is ready to go and throw into your purse! Add your sunscreen and facial spray into your purse, too :)
Here are product suggestions via amazon that work for making your “sun pack”
options For the Compact:
These compacts have a divider to separate tissue and sponge.
for the tissue:
FOR THE MAKEUP SPONGE:
FOR FACIAL SRAY:
That’s it! This is a simple solution for reapplying sunscreen on your face throughout the day over makeup.
LINKS:
To check out South Korean Beauty Youtuber UNA BEAUTY CLOUD’S video which inspired this post, “How to touch up,” CLICK HERE.
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~ME~ sans sunscreen, only makeup :)
Xx,
Laura
Brad Goreski & Indagare Reveal Style and Travel Tips at Tory Burch (Rodeo Drive)
Celebrity stylist Brad Goreski (also of Fashion Police) and Elise Bronzo, Head of Member Experience at Indagare, hosted a lovely event on the Tory Burch (Rodeo Drive) rooftop and discussed travel tips and style inspiration with champagne and sparkling water. A sneak peek of Tory Burch’s Resort Wear Line 2020 was also revealed for the first time.
Celebrity stylist Brad Goreski (of Fashion Police on E! network) and Elise Bronzo, head of member experience at Indagare, hosted a lovely event at the Tory Burch on Rodeo Drive rooftop to discuss style travel tips and Tory Burch’s Spring 2020 line. Brad Goreski also touched on Tory Burch’s key looks in her current Fall 2019 collection.
Ruffles, pantsuits, asymmetrical hems, and color blocking are all stunning are a few statements that describe Tory Burch’s current Fall 2019.
Sparkling water and champagne was served, as the discussion and sneak peek show began.
—> Goreski’s tips on how to wear ruffles, pantsuits, asymmetrical hems, and color blocking:
Wear ruffles as details in your outfit. Around the collar, or along the hem of your blouse.
Get to know and love pantsuits. Pantsuits are versatile because the pieces can be worn separately.
Add different textures to unexpected asymmetrical layering.
A sneak peek runway revealed three different looks from Tory Burch’s Resort Wear 2020 collection.
Sheer and nonsheer combinations, chevron velvet polka dot, showing skin while camouflaging skin at the same time, kitten heels, loose easy silhouette dress without losing the person behind it, and bright mini bags.
Tory Burch’s new evening bag is tongue and cheek yet still sophisticated and youthful.
Goreski’s tips on how to wear Tory Burch’s 2020 Resort Line:
Add a black turtleneck underneath the loose and flowy dress to mix it up.
You can still wear florals during Fall.
Elise Bronzo from indagare’s tips for EASY YET STYLISH TRAVEL:
Always pack a carry-on, it’s easier.
Buy beauty products at your travel destination to save on space (if needed).
Tory Burch’s Fall 2019 and Resort 2020 line is easy to pack, as it does not wrinkle.
To avoid travel fatigue and needing to take a vacation from your vacation, journal on your return flight to process your trip.
What was inside the Tory Burch party favor bag? A personalized Tory Burch blank sketch book complete with engraved Tory Burch colored pencils.
For more travel tips on packing light, check out my post “Packing Light for a Girls Trip! Which Essential Products I Picked!”
For travel inspiration, check out my posts “The Little Things of Europe” “A Remote Escape in Huatulco, Mexico” and “Raiding Products in the Pharmacy in France!”
To begin shopping Tory Burch, CLICK HERE.
XX,
Laura
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Favorite Organic Fruit & Vegetable Delivery Box <3
This large organic fruits and vegetables delivery box saves you money (only $22 per box), time, AND helps out the environment!
Imperfect Foods Delivery Box
I recently found new organic fruit, vegetable, pasture-raised meats, and dairy delivery box that I absolutely love. The Imperfect Foods box is filled with different organic fruits and vegetables that they change up weekly and is delivered right to my door every Monday (for my location)! This is a perfect way to switch up the variety of nutrients in your life from fruits and vegetables, especially if you normally shop for the same things, like me!
Because of this delivery box, I learned how to make Zucchini chips, and have tried and discovered new fruits and vegetables I would not buy at the store. Also, this large organic box filled has actually saved me money! Each of these boxes is only around $22!
The box is by the company Imperfect Foods. Imperfect Foods collects the fruits and vegetables that are tossed out by farmers due to a slight imperfection in either the shape of the vegetable or a blemish on top and then boxes them up and ships them to you. The farmers normally would toss these “imperfect” organic vegetables out into the trash because they can’t be sold in stores due to their imperfections.
The quality is still as great as any other organic fruit or vegetable, it tastes the same! And who really cares what your vegetable looked like when it’s chopped up anyway?
My Zucchini Chip Experiment <3
xx,
Laura
Literally waiting for my next Imperfect Foods box! Imperfect Foods texts you when they are almost outside your door!
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5 Ways to Wear Snakeskin Over the Knee Boots! Los Angeles Edition
Now that Fall 2019 is officially here, it’s time to bring out thigh-high snakeskin boots! Here are 5 ways to style over the knee snakeskin boots. 
Now that Fall has arrived, it is time to bring out thigh-high snakeskin boots!
Below are 5 outfits styled with snakeskin over the knee boots and Los Angeles Fall weather inspired….which is basically summer weather during Fall.
Below are 5 snakeskin thigh high boots outfit ideas.
Outfit #1
Mid length skirt paired with thigh high boots.
Also, What colors go with snakeskin boots?
You don’t always have to wear black or white with snakeskin.
You can explore color with snakeskin. However, 1) Stick to one color and wear it head-to-toe, and 2) Try earth tones like dark green, dark camel, cream, or chamoisee.
Earth tones you can pair with snakeskin:
Earth tone chart via wikipedia :)
Outfit #2
Minimal casual with a little detail.
Try pairing a casual dark jean and white tank outfit with a drapey, delicate, silver belt with snakeskin boots.
Outfit #2
Minimal casual with a little detail.
Outfit #3
Simple, dress blouse paired with snakeskin thigh highs keeps the look classy.
A white crisp blouse for day and a black one at night paired with a black mid-length hem coat, in a contrasting texture such as leather.
Outfit #4
Pair cargo pants with snakeskin boots. Again, you can stick with any earth tone for cargo or jean.
Many times people assume you can only wear skinny jeans or straight legged pant with thigh highs, but try mixing it up with cargos! Just keep the rest of the outfit simple.
Outfit #5
Classic flowy black skirt with thigh highs.
In order to keep your look classy, especially with thigh high snakeskin boots, try pairing your flowy skirt with a long sleeved top. In this case, a turtleneck :)
~The thigh high snakeskin boots~
Where did I shop for these over the knee snakeskin boots? I actually found these in a small boutique on Melrose Ave. They are not name brand or designer, but the quality has still held up well.
As long as you are comfortable and can walk easily!.. and the shape and material are on point, go for it.
Here are some thigh high snakeskin boots now available online:
Check out my blog post on an easy and resourceful way to maintain the shape of your boots (and purses) in How-To Maintain the Shapes of Your Purses and Boots with this Easy Easy Hack!
Xx,
Laura
INSTA: @ooohlalastone
How-To Maintain the Shapes of Your Purses and Boots with this Easy Easy Hack!
This is so easy!
Have you ever wondered what to do with old clothing that is too destroyed to donate or give away? I feel guilty about throwing these types of clothes away since they will most likely end up in landfill. Also, it can be another thing on your list of things-to-do i.e.: ordering bubble wrap or stuffing paper for filling your leather handbags and boots….
However, did you realize you can just cut up old clothing (that are too destroyed and stained to giveaway) and use THOSE instead? Old stained or torn clothes work perfectly to fill boots, purses, or any other item of clothing or accessory that needs its shape maintained while stored away in your closet.
Scroll down to see pics of the process!
That is seriously all there is to it! Now you can contribute to the landfill crises of fast fashion by abstaining throwing away your old clothes while filling your boots and purses instead. You’re welcome!
For more info on how to care for the specific material of your boots or purses, Giuseppe Zanotti’s website has a nice guide HERE.
XX,
Laura
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Your guide on how to wear lime green this Summer 2022. Plus current fashion trend pieces (Summer 2022) in shades of lime green for you to shop.