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Look I get it, I’m a consumer too. And let’s be honest, the internet makes it rough. Don’t get me wrong, I love shopping online, but sometimes that ‘nude’ sweater you got on final sale turns out to be hot pink, and so not what you were looking for. If you’re in the market to discover some cool new brands or just want to know how that sweater actually looks and feels in real life, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some product reviews that give you insight into quality, functionality and beauty from a shopaholic’s perspective.

Troubadour x Thomas Pink travel bag review: a high-performance collaboration with a sleek design

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Get ready for a collaboration that just released the ultimate high-performance work and travel bags for the future of the modern professional.  Troubadour x Thomas Pink combine powers to release a capsule collection of 4 essential work and travel bags infused with sharp attention to details that make each piece highly functional and timelessly fashionable.  Shop Troubadour > Eager to sample the collection, the team sent over the new Embark compact duffle for me to try out myself. Here’s the Troubadour x Thomas Pink review that will spill everything you need to know about the new collaboration release.  First a bit about each brand and why the Troubadour x Thomas Pink collaboration makes so much sense for this capsule collection.  I’m was already familiar with Thomas Pink as a renowned luxury shirtmaker out of London. Their brand of iconic shirts for men and women defines modern shirting with a high level of attention to detail and an energized mix of colors and silhouettes for day to night wear. The collection is essential yet anything but …

flattering lightweight loungewear and luxury essentials – MONROW review

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We all want to look and feel our best, but fashion in real life also needs to be functional. The outfits we actually wear must comfortable and versatile enough to suit our daily lifestyle needs. Meet MONROW, a luxury brand of casual essential wear that is not only that, but flattering and fashionable as well.  MONROW designs function essentials for a minimalist lifestyle on the go Before I share a detailed MONROW review, let me first begin by describing some aspects if my personal lifestyle that you may be able to relate to, so you can understand why MONROW makes for such core fashion essentials in my wardrobe.  I’ve been actively weeding out my wardrobe for the past several months, reducing the clutter and bringing my most essential fashion pieces forward where I can wear, care for, and actually see them. It’s been a rewarding experience. I’ve learned what pieces are most important in my lifestyle, and what truly defines my personal sense of style. It’s also given me a fresh insight on the wardrobe …

Naked Feet’s collection of office footwear essentials are so good I’m selling them to myself

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Thursday 12:38pm: At work, designing a campaign for footwear and realize I’m selling myself on the product line. Naked Feet’s FW23 collection just dropped, and the collection of loafers, sneakers and mules are just the kind of staples I live in from workday to weekend. My lifestyle doesn’t allow for compromise, and versatility is key as I juggle a fast-paced career, mom life, family life, personal life, and try to maintain sanity in composure as time slips by all too fast. A new level of efficiency is required in order to accomplish a “normal day”, and I don’t have the time to let my footwear slow me down. Naked Feet essentials are the perfect blend of fashion and function As such, I’ve become much more utilitarian in my fashion choices. Yet, fashion speaks and I’m not quite ready to give up some form of self-expression in my style. In enters Naked Feet – a brand I’ve been working with since conception, and have been involved with everything from product design to brand management. This season, …

Charlotte Tilbury review: a shimmering bronze and natural glow

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Checking out Charlotte Tilbury reviews to see if their products are right for you? I’ve tried dozens of items from their collection and still use many of them in my go-to makeup routine.  The flushed glow. The flawless shimmering skin. It’s something we all try to achieve, but darn it if genetics don’t play a role just as much as your makeup. That being said, the right makeup doesn’t hurt. In this Charlotte Tilbury review, we’ll look some of the brand’s iconic products and personal favorites that can help you achieve a shimmering bronze complexion and a natural glow. From the coveted Film Star Bronze & Glow to the Complete Brush Set, Charlotte Tilbury offers a range of high-quality cosmetics born from a makeup artist-turned entrepreneur. Now creating hundreds of cover looks for some of the world’s biggest fashion magazines, join me as we dive into each product and discover the magic behind the brand’s renowned makeup line. Charlotte Tilbury Film Star Bronze & Glow Review: Favorite product for a natural hue glow The Film …

worthwhile luxury candles – Replica sweetens unwind time

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I get it. You can get a scented candle for less. But before you turn up your nose (literally and figuratively), here’s why a designer candle brand like Replica might be the most worthwhile luxury purchase of all. Picture this. You arrive home from the office, an overcast day with dusk setting in. Bags returned to their nook, shoes back in the closet, you begin trifling through your home picking up yesterday’s “lived in” items strewn about. Dinner preparations begin – hearty beef stew and homemade artisanal bread. The floors need polishing… there’s laundry to fold.  It’s 7pm. Your work is done, and you realize you have a precious hour of un-appointed time. For that, the value is priceless.  The satisfying sound of matchstick against box, the slight smell of sulphur and smoke – a flickering light and a pool of hot wax melting into an aromatic escape as you release the burdens of your day. With Replica, you can enjoy that moment 40 times, with 40 hours of un-acquitted burning time – indulging in …

I’m literally sleeping better, with an overlooked luxury we should all invest in – Sunday Citizen bedding review

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We spend about a third of our lives in bed. Allowing that to sink in, I’m actually taken aback I haven’t made the comparably modest investment in luxury bedding much much sooner.  Consider the value of a better sleeping experience–one you actually look forward to at the end of the day rather than just another element of life’s necessities.  That’s the difference Sunday Citizen bedding made in my life.  I felt the difference immediately. That deep sinking in feeling my body had been craving since my last 5-star escape (It’s been far too long). The first night of sleep–honestly like a mini slice of paradise. I slept like a baby, wrapped in silky-soft sheets buried beneath a fluffy comforter with the AC pumping.  It felt like a stay at a luxury resort. Deepening my amusement, after making the mental comparison, I discovered Sunday Citizen bedding was ironically born to create just that experience. A story that started with a 4th generation textile family and an entrepreneur hoping to develop a blanket for his luxury hotels. …

Vegamour reviews put to the test, here’s what you can expect

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Looking for ways to achieve thick luscious locks? (Aren’t we all). Vegamour reviews have been flooding social media and across the web. With taglines like “Performance you never thought possible” and 100% vegan formulas, it’s a tempting promise in hopes of the best hair ever. If you’re deciding whether or not to give them a try–I did. Here’s what you can expect. In this Vegamour review, I’ll share my first impressions of a handful of products I’ve been using over the past 30 days.  Here are some of the highlights: Formulated with powerful plant-based ingredients Lots of testimonials sharing positive reviews Rich herbal scent Beautiful simple packaging Easy on my sensitive scalp I noticed some immediate results For the past 30 days, I’ve been using a regiment of Vegamour’s shampoo and conditioner, a conditioning hair mask, and both lash and brow growth serums. Since I’ve been using them in tandem, I’ll review Vegamour in its entirety while also sharing a few notable comments about each of the products I’ve been using. Vegamour GROW revitalizing shampoo …

my skin feels like butter with this 10 ingredient wash – JUNOCO skincare review

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Poreless, smooth, glowing skin – we all want it. But with life comes an inevitable dullness courtesy of time, that lingers with us and reminds us of lost youth.  A flooded beauty market promises the return of our youthful glow, but with so many products it can be a nightmare to navigate, and we’re often left disappointed with unkept promises. When JUNOCO reached out to offer a regiment of their skincare – I was skeptical. But, agreed to give them a try over a couple of weeks to see if their products could live up to their claims.  A couple of weeks later, I’m happy to share this JUNOCO skincare review, with some actually surprising results.  I discovered a hack that leaves my skin with the smoothest, buttery (almost velvety) texture. And it’s the reason I’ll be using JUNOCO again! But first, here are some of the highlights I’ll cover in this review: MINIMAL, NATURAL INGREDIENTS: I’m no scientist, but packing in a slew of active ingredients without thorough testing doesn’t seem wise. JUNOCO carefully selects just …

Jonathan Mezibov masters luxury grade dress shirts crafted in small batches in Italy and the US

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The corporate world. Something we fight against yet can never stay fully away from. It’s commerce, and along with the monopolization of industries followed by diminished craftsmanship, comes the convenience of attainability and efficiency. But what if we could have the best of both worlds?  Introducing Jonathan Mezibov. A luxury shirt brand crafting small batch shirts manufactured in Italy and the US. Held to the highest quality standards, Jonathan has made his collection a craft that is fully attainable, with a direct to consumer online business model.  After personally experiencing the label for myself, this Jonathan Mezibov shirt review will cover the brand’s’ business ethics and standards, along with a hands-on review of quality, fabrics, fit and styling. Here’s a breakdown of some highlights to note as we cover each in more detail. Jonathan Mezibov noteworthy qualities: SIMPLE, ELEGANT PACKAGING: Luxury grade, understated, and through fully planned LUXURY GRADE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Very fine stitching, not a single stitch out of place from button holes to inseam CRISP, LIGHTWEIGHT POPLINS: A blend of cotton, polyester and elastane …

finally, a flattering modern aesthetic luxury swimwear brand

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In search of high end swimwear without awkward fit and low grade materials? It’s become increasingly difficult to navigate swimwear, especially when shopping online. (The photos just look so far from the actual fit). The sagging bottoms, loose threads, unflattering fit – it’s almost impossible to find swimwear to suit elevated taste. Even when you shop luxury. As with all core purchases, swimwear is an investment piece that should feel effortless and sexy, while suiting your personal style.  I’m truly thankful to have discovered a high end brand that completely eliminates the most common woes of modern swimwear. Introducing PARAMIDONNA. The brand name may take you a minute to pronounce, but is appropriately translated, “for my woman.”   Designed to suit all women, PARAMIDONNA designs super stretchy luxury swimwear in aesthetic, modern designs that contour to the body for the most flattering fit. I spent a weekend in Naples, FL from poolside to country club and never changed my swimming suit.   Here’s what I loved most: The fabric has high elasticity – select designs brag a …