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In case you don’t like looking around, here’s everything from new to the first beginnings of the blog. If you want it all, join me on the adventure of life. From distant travels and tastiest bites to a thinker’s musings and of course, a whole lot of minimal luxury fashion; don’t miss a moment with the entire journey through lifestyle, travel and fashion blog posts. Here’s everything that’s happening in a day in my dreams.

Announcement: Troubadour Backpacks Now Available in New Earthy Hues

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Read through the Troubadour Backpack review but haven’t made your purchase? Good news, you can now snag the Apex Backpack 3.0 in a range of new earthy hues. Named the “Best Laptop Backpack for Work” by Forbes, your daily grind just got a little fresher. After my first experience with Generation Leather Backpack by Troubadour, it’s clear why this startup brand is making waves in major publications with their innovative, fashionable work bags. Troubadour backpacks are sleek and functional, making them an excellent choice for the modern professional looking to upgrade their work bags. Features like waterproof materials, sealed zippers, tons of pockets and lightweight designs make them a real asset for those who use backpacks as a part of their daily routine. Modern silhouettes, thoughtful details, high quality hardware and uncomplicated lines make Troubadour backpacks a fashionable, versatile selection for those with sophisticated taste. Image credit: Troubadour Recently, co-founder Samuel Bail just announced big news for those who want a little more personalization in their daily aura. The Apex Backpack 3.0 is now available …

Want to Start a Beauty Blog? Here’s How you can Get Products for Beauty Reviews as Newbie Influencer

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Influencers are some of the most effective marketing assets in today’s digital age. In some cases, these individuals are actively driving the content creation industry for some brands, and how many micro trends are shaped and formed. Thanks to their ability to craft an aspirational lifestyle and test a wide variety of products in the market, influencers’ recommendations are highly valuable for brands and followers alike. This is why recent influencer surveys found that up to 57% of Gen-Z respondents and 41% of all adults surveyed want to be in this line of work. That said, being an influencer is easier said than done. Aside from constantly having to grind as essentially your own production company, being an influencer means you always have to have content ready. Without anything fresh to cover, you can easily get overlooked in favor of the millions of other hopefuls online, given that Linktree’s found that 200 million content creators monetize their work. For an aspiring beauty influencer, this means that you should have a steady stream of products to …

I Tried Two Pieces of Sachelle Collective Jewelry; Here’s the Review

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I’ve tried dozens of 14-24K gold plated jewelry brands. Here’s how Sachelle Collective measures up with a review of quality, style assortment, and packaging (aka gift-ability). So there are suddenly 284,398 real gold plated and vermeil jewelry brands on the market. Not sure where to start?  If you’re looking for modern, feminine jewelry with unique, delicate touches—read this Sachelle Collective Jewelry review to see if this brand is right for you.  First, here is some good info to have on Sachelle as a brand. Sachelle is a fairly young brand born in 2020. They specialize in gold plated and gold filled jewelry designed to make a certain level of “fine jewelry” attainable to many.  The jewelry designs are inspired around longevity and a sense of timelessness, making them a brand that is good for those seeking versatility in their jewelry designs.  I selected two necklaces for this Sachelle Collective review: A freshwater pearl choker with a 14K gold plated clasp and bead, and a birth flower and birth charm necklace that’s 14K gold filled. Since …

Benefits of a Fashion Blog: Learn About Quality, Earn Income, Discover Brands and More

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Here are some ways you can benefit from owning a fashion style blog, with real-life examples acquired over 10 years of blogging experience. Owning a fashion style blog has become increasingly competitive since its early beginnings. But there’s good news for those who are still trying to make it their career–you can still make money with a fashion blog, plus some other great perks. I have owned a fashion style blog for about 10 years, and made as much as $50,000 in a year–most of which time the blog was more of a hobby than a career.  This year, I clothed my entire family in adidas for a year, made some extra cash and worked primarily during “unused” hours of the day (aka insomnia streaks, road trips, waiting in lines, etc.) In this fashion blog “case study” with adidas, I’ll be serving examples of ways you can benefit from owning a blog as a side hustle, or even a full time career.   Learn about brand quality, which can help guide future purchases: adidas has …

2024 Fall Fashion Trends from Luxury Brands & Attainable Ways to Incorporate the Looks into your Wardrobe

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Want to update your wardrobe with fall fashion trends from the most iconic brand leaders? Discover key luxury fashion brands fall 2024 presented from the runway, with ways to incorporate their trends into your everyday wardrobe.  From Burberry fall fashion trends leading with elevated county essentials like the tweed blazer fall trend, to American sportswear style for fall 2024– discover how to update your wardrobe with a few key essentials you’ll be able to incorporate into your style for years to come. Image Cred: WWD: Burberry fall fashion 2024 ready to wear collection Weekend in the country: Ralph Lauren and Burberry fall fashion 2024 The urge for a simpler (but elevated) lifestyle continues with fall fashion trends leaning into upper class country feels. It’s the season to invest in fewer, high quality pieces that have a function in your everyday lifestyle. Image cred: WWD Ralph Lauren fall 2024 ready to wear Think tweed blazers, trench coats, luxe leather, riding boots, trousers, and cable knit sweaters for evenings by the fireside. Check out Burberry new fall …

Worth the Investment? Read The Jacket Maker Review Before Buying

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A little good, a little room to improve. Thinking about making a purchase from The Jacket Maker? Here’s what you’re going to want to know before buying, in a comprehensive review. If you like to shop leather stores for your leather jackets, The Jacket Maker offers an alternative with a wider range of style options and more sophisticated style. First impressions, The Jacket Maker offers a really nice selection of leather jacket styles that you don’t see at your typical leather shop.  You know the stores I’m talking about. You walk in to see some fringe leather bag, the smell of fresh leather fills the room with a rustic, earthy vibe. Their leather is always a bit heavy but good quality, and if you’re going in to find a basic jacket you may or may not find what you’re looking for.  The Jacket Maker is a good alternative to searching through store racks. They have a wider assortment of designs, with a slightly more sophisticated approach.  After placing my order (gifted for this review) I also …

Must-Read Ebooks for Developing Your Personal Style

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In a world where developing a personal style seems more difficult than ever, staying true to yourself amidst the chaos of fast-evolving fashion trends can feel overwhelming.  With social media platforms like TikTok driving the explosion of new micro trends every day—whether it’s ‘gorp-core,’ ‘quiet luxury,’ or the ‘mob wife’ aesthetic—keeping up can be exhausting. This constant churn of micro-trends not only fuels overconsumption but also risks eroding our sense of individual style, leaving many of us lost in the whirlwind of fast fashion.  So, how do you break free from the cycle and focus on building a wardrobe that reflects you? Developing your personal style takes time, patience, and a little trial and error. One of the best ways to guide this process is through reading ebooks. On the digital library Everand, you can find a treasure trove of titles written by fashion experts and industry veterans for learning about different styles, trends, and wardrobe essentials. The lifestyle ebooks on Everand include The Ultimate Book of Outfit Formulas and The Happy Closet. Affordable and …

ANINE BING Review – Here’s the Scoop on Quality, Fit, and the Value Behind this Designer’s Luxury Essentials

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Very thoughtful. Very demure. Like to see young aspiring entrepreneurs succeed? Enter ANINE BING. Musician, photographer, fashion blogger and founder of her own brand, ANINE BING. What started in her garage, now boasts storefronts in cities all over the world.  Want to know how this inspirational brand stands up in a detailed ANINE BING review?  I bought a simple ANINE BING sweatshirt as my first piece from her collection. Here’s why it’s not just simple, and the difference between brands like ANINE BING and fast fashion retailers.  Here are a few things that really stood out: Shop Anine Bing New Arrivals Every Tuesday and Enjoy Free Shipping On All US Orders! First a bit about the brand. Based in a Los Angeles fashion house “Blending elements of Scandinavian simplicity with American energy, ANINE BING offers modern wardrobe essentials for women seeking a timeless yet confident approach to everyday style. I first discovered the brand ANINE BING through the designer’s personal account, @aninebing Shop Anine Bing New Arrivals Every Tuesday and Enjoy Free Shipping On All …

Saint Owen Sunglasses Review – Better than the Dozens of Brands I’ve Tried?

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I’ve worked in fashion for years and tried so many sunglass brands I doubt I could name them all. Want to know how Saint Owen sunglasses compare? I’ll be sharing details on quality, design and style in this comprehensive review of two styles I tried for myself.  First you should know, this brand is really cool.  Saint Owen sunglasses are handcrafted in small batches in Italy and Japan.  Staying in small factories gives designers a lot more influence in overall quality and manufacturing. It also reduces waste caused by over production, which is a common fate in the fashion industry.  If you like to support small business and entrepreneurs who are truly talented in their endeavors, Saint Owen is a brand you can get behind. It was founded by twin sisters and since been featured by some pretty big celebs including Machine Gun Kelly, Lady Gaga, and more. The level of quality in Saint Owen sunglasses is distinct from design to execution. I noticed an immediate difference in fit and balance when trying on the …

Back 70 Review: Why The Cool Kids are Getting Their Viral Indoor Soccer Sneakers from this Boutique Brand

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You can’t miss seeing colorful indoor soccer sneakers breaking the internet on the fashion scene. The urge to buy a pair for every outfit is real. Here’s why you’re going to want to choose Back 70 sneakers in this comprehensive review of colors, fit and style. In this Back 70 Sneaker Review, I’ll cover a bit about the brand, materials, comfort, fit and style. I personally own several pairs of Back 70 sneakers, so if that gives you an idea on this review’s conclusion, so be it. They’re the sneakers of today, and the style and comfort is so versatile they’re a great grab without having to overthink your fashion.  Here are a few of my favorite features: Back 70 is a boutique brand (AKA you can’t get them everywhere, and the designs are exclusive.) Trying to be more conscious of how you shop? Back 70 is a boutique brand that was founded in Italy, and just made its way to the U.S. in 2024. You won’t find them everywhere (yet) and so far the …