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Save by skipping the nail salon and give yourself a manicure at home!

I finally organized all my gel nail polish colors on swatch sticks and it’s SO satisfying. 😊Now I know exactly what colors I have so I don’t forget about them.

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Save by skipping the nail salon and give yourself a manicure at home! I finally organized all my gel nail polish colors on swatch sticks and it’s SO satisfying. 😊Now I know exactly what colors I have so I don’t forget about them. LTKBeauty LTKFindsUnder50

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Pleated black lace slip skirt and dark denim vest

✈️ Our whole family needed new luggage 2 years ago for summer travel plans and they have held up for many road trips and flights!

Things I look for when choosing luggage :
CARRY-ON SIZE- I LOVE the versatility of carry-on sized bags because they’re great for long weekends and even week-long trips if you pack well 😉
LAPTOP/TABLET storage - a must for work trips and traveling anywhere with kids
BUILT-IN charging cables/space for power bank.
COMPARTMENTS- keep dirty and clean clothes separated - bonus if there’s a wet bag or compartment so shoes and other messy things can be stored neatly.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND SMOOTH SPINNING WHEELS - because we can’t stand to be weighed down while on the go (especially with kids in tow)
COLOR- a cute aesthetic, fun. I chose pink because it’s not a typical suitcase color, much easier to spot at baggage claim than a basic black/navy blue/red one.

I’ll also link the luggage the rest of the family is using because it has travelled all over with us! The hard sided spinner suitcases are great for the kids and my husband’s work travel needs.

#LTKTravel #LTKSeasonal #LTKFamily

Latest DIY manicure — cat eye gel nail color over builder gel. I’m loving builder gel on my natural nails, no tips!

#LTKBeauty #LTKStyleTip

Since I’m my own nail lady, I made sure to get myself in for a fill. (I am not a nail tech, I just love to treat myself to an at-home manicure.)💅🏽

I started by using the cordless e-file to remove the existing gel nail color from my nails, but leaving the builder gel on. Then, I cleaned up the cuticle area, making sure not to slip on this crucial step of nail prep. Once my nails were fully prepped, I moved on with the manicure.

I apply base coat to the bare nail area, being sure not to touch the skin with the product. Fully cure with a UV LED nail lamp between each coat of builder get and then applied cat-eye nail polish. ✨🪩 cateye nail color it gives it the fun nail art vibe without any art skills required. I finish with a clear topcoat, cure, then wash my hands and apply cuticle oil.

Style tip- keep your manicure looking fresh by keeping a cuticle oil stick / pen handy so your manicure stays looking fresh!

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This denim jean jacket (under $50!) paired with black Chelsea Boots is my favorite. These are perfect for a country concert look but I like to add a touch of rock n roll!

Related: western style denim black denim vest ruffle skort black and white outfit Chelsea boots ankle boots ankle boots for Rodeo / country music concert / festival season

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Flower child vibes for fall 🌼✌🏼 This swing dress comes in several colors and floral prints, but this orange, rust, pink, and cream floral print is my favorite combo.

Pair with classic knee high cowboy boot style in a fun color like pink!

Related: amazon fashion, dokotoo, floral, tall boots, outfit inspo, country concert outfit, boots, swing dress, dresses and boots, orange, rust, retro vibes, flower child

#LTKStyleTip #LTKShoeCrush

Our whole family needed new luggage 2 years ago for summer travel plans and they have held up for many road trips and flights!

Things I look for when choosing luggage :
CARRY-ON SIZE- I LOVE the versatility of carry-on sized bags because they’re great for long weekends and even week-long trips if you pack well 😉
LAPTOP/TABLET storage - a must for work trips and traveling anywhere with kids
BUILT-IN charging cables/space for power bank.
COMPARTMENTS- keep dirty and clean clothes separated - bonus if there’s a wet bag or compartment so shoes and other messy things can be stored neatly.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND SMOOTH SPINNING WHEELS - because we can’t stand to be weighed down while on the go (especially with kids in tow)
COLOR- a cute aesthetic, fun. I chose pink because it’s not a typical suitcase color, much easier to spot at baggage claim than a basic black/navy blue/red one.

I’ll also link the luggage the rest of the family is using because it has travelled all over with us! The hard sided spinner suitcases are great for the kids and my husband’s work travel needs.

#LTKTravel #LTKFamily

I’ve been my own nail lady for years now and builder gel on natural nails might be my new favorite thing!

I prepped my nails with a cuticle trim and electric nail file before applying;
base coat
2 layers of clear builder gel
1 layer of sheer tinted builder gel
ultra shiny clear gel top coat

I make sure each layer is fully cured under a UV LED nail lamp before moving onto the next layer.

I have linked the exact colored builder gel I am wearing on my nails, as well as other favorites jelly nude and sheer pink tinted builder gel

#LTKBeauty #LTKStyleTip

Our whole family needed new luggage 2 years ago for summer travel plans and they have held up for many road trips and flights!

Things I look for when choosing luggage :
CARRY-ON SIZE- I LOVE the versatility of carry-on sized bags because they’re great for long weekends and even week-long trips if you pack well 😉
LAPTOP/TABLET storage - a must for work trips and traveling anywhere with kids
BUILT-IN charging cables/space for power bank.
COMPARTMENTS- keep dirty and clean clothes separated - bonus if there’s a wet bag or compartment so shoes and other messy things can be stored neatly.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND SMOOTH SPINNING WHEELS - because we can’t stand to be weighed down while on the go (especially with kids in tow)
COLOR- a cute aesthetic, fun. I chose pink because it’s not a typical suitcase color, much easier to spot at baggage claim than a basic black/navy blue/red one.

I’ll also link the luggage the rest of the family is using because it has travelled all over with us! The hard sided spinner suitcases are great for the kids and my husband’s work travel needs.

#LTKFamily #LTKTravel

Black strappy corset dress with bubble hem brings all the drama and comfort of breathable material.

Black dresses for Fall (when it’s still hot) 🖤 summertime black

#LTKStyleTip

Stop throwing your berries away! These produce storage containers are the real MVP. They keep our fruits, veggies, and lettuce lasting so much longer. I literally never have to throw berries away anymore!

The best part is the fact that you can wash the grapes/etc first and the container is designed to keep your produce stored in the ideal environment. The storage container actually IS a strainer/colander itself (so you could also store straight from the store, then wash as needed, like I do for broccoli). There’s a snap-on tray at the bottom to add water, to help produce items that need it to maintain adequate humidity, and air vents on each end of the box allowing you the option to close off or encourage airflow, again catering to the needs of your produce items.

There is no guess work involved in using these containers. Each lid has examples of items you would put inside (leafy greens, peppers, grapes, etc.), as well as exactly how to store the produce, are printed directly on the lid.

The produce boxes are clear keeping everything visible, so the kids are encouraged to help themselves to fresh healthy snacks! Having everything accessible and ready to eat is a game changer, and reduces food waste.🫐🍓🍇🍒

Related: food storage, how to store produce, refrigerator organization

#LTKHome

Latest DIY at home manicure 💅🏽 Iridescent Cateye gel nail color over natural builder gel nails

#LTKBeauty

On weekday mornings my kids always get excited so excited to see the stainless steel lunch containers out on the kitchen counter. That means they’re having a hot homemade lunch at school. I absolutely love their enthusiasm for a warm meal to bring to school.

Turning leftovers into lunch is a great way to stretch a buck! I just make extra of foods that reheat well. Leftovers turn into meals my kids get excited for because it feels like a warm hug.

These stainless steel meal containers are full sized, fit to hold a meal large enough for an adult or 5th grader! I much prefer these to round soup thermoses because the opening to those containers are always so narrow, and they don’t hold enough food to keep a first grader full. I can literally lay a slab of lasagna in our rectangular lunchboxes. They also come with a removable divider in case you want to have two separate components inside your hot lunchbox.

• heat water to boiling, use a hot water kettle to save time
• warm your hot lunch containers with the hot water
• heat food to piping hot (it will cool to a safe warm temperature)
• carefully empty the water and place hot food in your heated container

Caution ⚠️ Be careful when handling hot water and hot foods! Don’t do this with any containers that are not safe for high temp / boiling 212 degrees. These stainless steel containers are what I use with hot water and my children’s hot food. ♥️

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKSeasonal #LTKFamily

cat eye gel nail polish gives you easy DIY special effects nail art - nail color that looks cool but is easy to apply.

I have been loving doing my own builder gel nails at home. It was time for a gel polish change and I went with a cat eye gel special fx nail color. The set comes with cute colors and a magnetic tool to customize your manicure 💅🏽

I’ve also linked the tinted builder gel, iridescent chrome powders, and other cat eye nail polishes I like playing around with

#LTKBeauty #LTKFindsUnder100 #LTKStyleTip

DIY special effects nail art - cat eye gel nail polish gives you a nail color that looks cool but is easy to apply.

I have been loving doing my own builder gel nails at home. It was time for a gel polish change and I went with a cat eye gel special fx nail color. The set comes with cute colors and a magnetic tool to customize your manicure 💅🏽

I’ve also linked the tinted builder gel, iridescent chrome powders, and other cat eye nail polishes

#LTKFindsUnder100 #LTKBeauty #LTKStyleTip

BOOhemian 👻 Fall Decor for Spooky Season - Halloween decorations, spooky decor, boho macrame ghosts, spooky cute, beige home Halloween style

#LTKHome #LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKSeasonal

DIY Natural Milky Builder Gel Nails // I’ve been my own nail lady for years now and builder gel on natural nails might be my favorite thing!

I prepped my nails with a cuticle trim and e file before applying base coat, 2 layers of clear builder gel, and a layer of sheer tinted builder gel, finishing with ultra shiny clear gel top coat. I make sure each layer is fully cured under a UV LED nail lamp before moving onto the next layer.

I have linked the exact colored builder gel I am wearing on my nails, as well as other favorites jelly nude and sheer pink tinted builder gel

Base Coat, Top Coat
Builder Gel
UV LED Nail Lamp
Fingerless gloves for nails
Nail drill, nail sander, e file

#LTKStyleTip #LTKBeauty

DIY Natural Milky Builder Gel Nails // I’ve been my own nail lady for years now and builder gel on natural nails might be my favorite thing!

I prepped my nails with a cuticle trim and e file before applying base coat, 2 layers of clear builder gel, and a layer of sheer tinted builder gel, finishing with ultra shiny clear gel top coat. I make sure each layer is fully cured under a UV LED nail lamp before moving onto the next layer.

I have linked the exact colored builder gel I am wearing on my nails, as well as other favorites jelly nude and sheer pink tinted builder gel

Base Coat, Top Coat
Builder Gel
UV LED Nail Lamp
Fingerless gloves for nails
Nail drill, nail sander, e file

#LTKBeauty #LTKStyleTip #LTKFindsUnder50

I’m still feeling summer heat, but Fall is around the corner! This style is perfect for right now but you can transition it into fall fashions. This swing dress comes in several colors and floral prints!

Tall classic pair of leather knee high boots in caramel brown with 4” stacked heeled boots. I always recommend sticking with genuine leather boots and shoes because they’ll outlast vegan PU - invest in them when you can and they’ll last you decades!

I have also linked the face tracking phone holder that I attached to a tripod to film myself doing the try-on

Related: amazon fashion, dokotoo, floral, Marc fisher, tall boots, outfit inspo, country concert outfit, boots, swing dress, dresses and boots, orange, brown, rust, retro vibes, flower child, Fall family photo outfit inspiration

#LTKStyleTip #LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKShoeCrush

BOOhemian 👻 Fall Decor for Spooky Season - Halloween decorations, spooky decor, boho macrame ghosts, spooky cute, beige home Halloween style

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKSeasonal #LTKStyleTip

Gotta give our produce keepers a shout out! There’s produce storage containers and there’s these. They help keep lettuce crisper longer, grapes last for weeks, and we NEVER throw away moldy berries anymore!

Related: refrigerator organizer, kitchen organization, food storage, produce, fruits and veggies, kitchen and pantry must haves

My daughter came downstairs and was so excited to see the stainless steel lunch containers out on the kitchen counter. I absolutely love their enthusiasm for a hot lunch to bring to school.

Turning leftovers into lunch is a great way to stretch a buck! I just make extra of foods that reheat well, it turns into meals my kids get excited for because it feels like a warm hug.

These stainless steel meal containers are full sized, fit to hold a meal large enough for an adult or 5th grader! I much prefer these to the round soup thermoses because the opening to those containers are so narrow, and they don’t hold enough food to keep a first grader full. I can literally lay a slab of lasagna in it. They come with a removable divider in case you want to have two separate components inside your hot lunchbox.

• heat water to boiling, use a hot water kettle to save time
• warm your hot lunch containers with the hot water
• heat food to piping hot (it will cool to a safe warm temperature)
• carefully empty the water and place hot food in your heated container

Caution ⚠️ Be careful when handling hot water and hot foods! Don’t do this with any containers that are not safe for high temp / boiling 212 degrees. These stainless steel containers are what I use with hot water and my children’s hot food. ❤️

I’ve been my own nail lady for years now and builder gel on natural nails might be my favorite thing!

I prepped my nails with a cuticle trim and e file before applying base coat, 2 layers of clear builder gel, and a layer of sheer tinted builder gel, finishing with ultra shiny clear gel top coat. I make sure each layer is fully cured under a UV LED nail lamp before moving onto the next layer.

I have linked the exact colored builder gel I am wearing on my nails, as well as other favorites jelly nude and sheer pink tinted builder gel

#LTKBeauty #LTKStyleTip

Visual timers are my fave for adult ADHD and also great for students / kids who can’t really picture what 10 minutes looks like! They’re a great classroom tool, to help with time management, and so the kids stop asking “how much time until…” 😅

Visual timers are so helpful for us as parents that we have several different ones in various areas at home they are good for timing showers, use in the kitchen, and for pacing out tasks.

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKFamily #LTKKids

This outdoor hanging planter basket actually holds up to sunny days and Texas heat. I’m using these hanging baskets for my strawberries.

#LTKHome

BOOhemian 👻 Fall Decor for Spooky Season - Halloween decorations, spooky decor, boho macrame ghosts, spooky cute, beige Halloween style

#LTKSeasonal #LTKHome #LTKFindsUnder50

Full Spectrum Plant Grow Light, 182 LED Grow Lights for Indoor Plants, Height Adjustable telescoping staked grow light on a pole. This houseplant growing Lamp features with Automatic Timer so you can set the light to automatically turn on at the same time each day for 3/6/12 hours. Adjust the brightness with 7 Dimmable Levels, 3 Color light frequency Modes for Large Plants.

This is perfect for displays plants in dark corners of your home, so you can place plants anywhere in the house, even with zero natural light

Related: grow light, red grow light for plants, natural light, houseplants, gift idea for plant lover

#LTKHome

Lunch kit // Bento lunchboxes with ice packs that snap into the lunch box shell make it simple to keep lunches chilled until kids school lunchtime.

#LTKFamily #LTKKids #LTKFindsUnder50

Snack bento boxes keep my family of 4 fed throughout the summer and school year. Meal prep and pack these portioned glass food storage containers for the week. Cleanup is easy since the glass dishes are dishwasher safe

I like to go with a charcuterie theme with cheese, salami, fruits and berries. I also add some hummus or tzatziki for protein. The divided sections help keep ingredients separated so you can plan meals ahead of time and keep ingredients fresh where you can see them!

#LTKHome #LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKFamily

I loved those phone case so much I switched back to my neon clear square cornered bumper case. It does a great job of protecting my iPhone from drops with the rectangular corners. The clear neon jelly color makes it easy to spot

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My daughter came downstairs and was so excited to see the stainless steel lunch containers out on the kitchen counter. I absolutely love their enthusiasm for a hot lunch to bring to school.

Turning leftovers into lunch is a great way to stretch a buck! I just make extra of foods that reheat well, it turns into meals my kids get excited for because it feels like a warm hug.

These stainless steel meal containers are full sized, fit to hold a meal large enough for an adult or 5th grader! I much prefer these to the round soup thermoses because the opening to those containers are so narrow, and they don’t hold enough food to keep a first grader full. I can literally lay a slab of lasagna in it. They come with a removable divider in case you want to have two separate components inside your hot lunchbox.

• heat water to boiling, use a hot water kettle to save time
• warm your hot lunch containers with the hot water
• heat food to piping hot (it will cool to a safe warm temperature)
• carefully empty the water and place hot food in your heated container

Caution ⚠️ Be careful when handling hot water and hot foods! Don’t do this with any containers that are not safe for high temp / boiling 212 degrees. These stainless steel containers are what I use with hot water and my children’s hot food. ♥️

#LTKKids #LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKFamily

Burger holder for the win!

#LTKFamily #LTKKids #LTKHome

Summer is winding down and Fall is around the corner, so I love wearing my boots anytime I can! This style is perfect right now at the height of summer but you can transition it into fall fashions. This is perfect if you’re searching for family photo outfit inspiration!

Tall classic pair of leather knee high boots in caramel brown with 4” stacked heeled boots. I always recommend sticking with genuine leather boots and shoes because they’ll outlast vegan PU - invest in them when you can and they’ll last you decades!

This swing dress comes in several colors and floral prints, be sure to watch till you catch a glimpse of a few of my favorite colors that this comes in.

I have also linked the face tracking phone holder that I attached to a tripod to film myself doing the try-on

Related: amazon fashion, dokotoo, floral, Marc fisher, tall boots, outfit inspo, country concert outfit, boots, swing dress, dresses and boots, orange, brown, rust, retro vibe, flower child

#LTKStyleTip #LTKShoeCrush

This is how I pack hot lunches for my kids to take to school. It is a great way to stretch the buck by turning leftovers into meals that my kids get excited for because it feels like a warm hug.

These stainless steel meal containers are full sized, fit to hold a meal large for an adult or 4th grader! I much prefer these to the round soup thermoses because the openings to those containers are so narrow and they don’t hold enough food to keep a first grader full. These large warm lunch containers come with a removable divider in case you want to have two separate components inside your hot lunchbox.

• heat water to boiling, use a hot water kettle to save time
• warm your hot lunch containers with the hot water
• heat food to piping hot (it will cool to a safe warm temperature)
• carefully empty the water and place hot food in your heated container

Caution ⚠️ Be careful when handling hot water and hot foods! Don’t do this with any containers that are not safe for high temp / boiling 212 degrees. These stainless steel containers are what I trust with hot water and my children’s hot food. ♥️

#LTKKids #LTKFamily

Back to school season means back to long waits in the car line. When it’s pickup time, I grab my go-to makeup stack.

These makeup stacks help me pull a full face look together in 10 minutes. Everything I need to do a quick complexion and natural blushed makeup look is found in my personalized stak.

The Stak can be customized to suit your makeup preferences and everything fits in the compact with a mirror and mini brush. I like to use that brush for my highlighter! ✨ The retractable full size blush is what I use mostly for everything else. (TIP: Add a dry brush cleaner to your cart to clean your makeup brush between colors/products.)

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