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My Top 3 Mascaras—each for a different lash need 1. tarte tartelette™ XL Tubing Mascara — true tubing formula that wraps each lash for XL length with zero flakes or smudges, and it removes with just warm water. Perfect for long days, sensitive eyes, or allergy season. 2. M·A·CStack Elevated Mascara — the curved, dual-sided brush lifts and fans out straight lashes while staying clump-resistant and buildable. Great when you want definition + lift that lasts. 3. Maybelline The Colossal Bubble Mascara — budget hero with airy, buildable volume and sleek separation (contact lens–friendly). Delivers plush fullness without the heavy, crunchy feel. I rotate them based on mood: Tubing = no-smudge length, Elevated = lift + definition, Bubble = plush volume under $15. Shop my exact picks and see brush close-ups + before/after in this post. LTKBeauty LTKFindsUnder50

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When I say I’m getting my sparkle back, I mean it literally. ✨
This Palmer’s Shimmer Stick gives you that “just got back from vacation” glow without the mess. It doesn’t transfer onto your clothes (finally), and because it’s Palmer’s with cocoa butter, your skin actually looks hydrated—not dusty or dry.
I put this on my collarbones, shoulders, and legs before a night out and the compliments don’t stop.
Your glow-up is linked 🔗

#PalmersCocoButter #ShimmerStick #BodyGlow #DateNightReady #GlowySkin #MidsizeBeauty #NightOutLook #BodyHighlighter #DrugstoreBeauty #AffordableBeauty #GlowUp #SummerGlow

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I’ll say it louder for the people in the back: all those serums you’re layering on? Useless without SPF. 🗣️
This CeraVe Ultra Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 has been in my routine for a minute—so when they sent it to me I was genuinely excited. It’s lightweight, no white cast, no greasy feeling, and it plays nice under makeup.
Your skincare isn’t skincare if you’re skipping sun protection. Period.
Linked below so you can grab yours 🔗
#CeraVe #SPFEveryday #SkincareRoutine #SunscreenDaily #MidsizeBeauty #SkincareOver30 #DrugstoreSkincare #SPF30 #GlowySkin #SkincareTips #RealSkincare #CeraVeUltraLightLotion

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Holiday Date Night OOTD - Steal my style. I wore the XL. Apron belly approved

#LTKHoliday #LTKootd #LTKMidsize

Holiday Season Outfit
Because tis' the season to look drop dead gorgeous!

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Hanni is the GOAT when it comes to keeping your skin hydrated and glowing and I'm stocking up on my favorites Splash Salve, Fatty stick, Water Balm, and it's all eczema-safe.
#hannibodycare #tiktokshopfinds #splashsalve #eczemaapproved

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Hanni is helps your stay hydrated and glowing and I'm stocking up on their viral Splash Salve, Fatty stick, Water Balm, and it's all eczema-safe.
#hannibodycare #splashsalve #eczemaapproved

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Ethereal Eye Makeup Look: Inspired Creativity with Danessa Myricks
This ethereal eye makeup look was inspired by the incredibly talented @Iveta42 and created using the Danessa Myricks Lightwork VII Freedom Palette.
The Challenge:
I initially hesitated trying this look because I worried the cool-toned ethereal vibe wouldn’t translate on my warm skin tone. But sometimes the looks we think won’t work on us end up being the most beautiful when we give them a chance.
The Result:
The Lightwork palette’s multidimensional color shift adapted beautifully to create this dreamy, otherworldly effect. The pigmentation and blendability made it easy to recreate the ethereal aesthetic while making it work for my undertones.
The Lesson:
Don’t let perceived “rules” about undertones stop you from trying makeup that inspires you. Makeup doesn’t have rigid boundaries - if you love something, experiment and see how it translates on your unique features.
Products Used:
Danessa Myricks Lightwork VII Freedom Palette
Shop the palette below to create your own ethereal makeup moments.

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Finding your perfect foundation shade match can be challenging, especially online, so I’m swatching and testing 6 different foundations to help you find your makeup twin.

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Luxury Foundation Battle: Patrick Ta vs Natasha Denona Hyglam - Which One Wins?
Testing two of the most talked-about luxury foundations head-to-head to help you decide which one deserves a spot in your makeup bag.
The Contenders:
Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double-Take Crème Foundation
Natasha Denona Hyglam Foundation
The Test:
I applied Patrick Ta on one side of my face and Natasha Denona on the other using the same skin prep and application method. Both foundations deliver impressive coverage, but they excel in different areas.
Patrick Ta Foundation:
Known for its hydrating formula that gives skin a natural, glowy finish. This foundation feels lightweight and works beautifully for dry to normal skin types. The coverage is buildable and it photographs like a dream. Best for those prioritizing hydration and a radiant finish.
Natasha Denona Hyglam Foundation:
Delivers that flawless, editorial finish with excellent staying power. The coverage is more substantial while still looking skin-like. This formula has a more sophisticated, polished finish that holds up throughout long days. Best for those wanting long-wear performance with a refined finish.
My Verdict:
Both are exceptional luxury foundations worth the investment, but your choice depends on your priorities. If you want maximum hydration with glow, Patrick Ta wins. If you need long-wearing coverage with a polished finish, Natasha Denona takes it.
Shop both foundations below to find your perfect luxury match. Your skin type and coverage needs will determine which one is right for you.

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Natasha Denona Full Glam: Hyglam Foundation & Dramatic Eye Palette Review
After months of obsessing over the Natasha Denona Hyglam Foundation in shade N04, I finally put it to the test with a full glam beat. Here’s my honest take on whether this luxury makeup is worth the investment.
What I Used:
• Hyglam Foundation - Shade N04
• Hyglam Concealer - Shade N04
• Dramatic Eye Palette
The Verdict:
The Dramatic Eye Palette pigment is everything: buttery, blendable, and incredibly pigmented. The foundation and concealer deliver that luxury finish with buildable coverage that photographs beautifully and wears comfortably throughout the day.
Is It Worth It?
If you’re looking for high-performance luxury makeup that actually delivers on its promises, Natasha Denona lives up to the hype. The price point is steep, but the quality justifies the investment for special occasions or when you want that flawless, editorial finish.
Shade N04 Notes:
Perfect for medium skin tones with neutral to warm undertones. The formula blends seamlessly and doesn’t oxidize throughout wear.
Shop all three products below for your own luxury glam moment.

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Sephora sale haul honest review: Testing if Natasha Denona Dramatic Eye Palette, Hyglam foundation, and Hyglam concealer are actually worth your money or just expensive disappointments.
Swatching all three products in this unboxing - the pigment looks promising but I'm not recommending anything until I do a full face test. Part 2 coming where I put these through a real glam and tell you the truth about performance.
Been watching these for months waiting for the sale because why pay full price for products that might fail? Full review next video.
Follow so you don't miss the honest results.
#SephoraSaleHaul #NatashaDenona #HyglamFoundation #MakeupReview #SephoraHonestReview

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Power dressing doesn’t need shoulder pads 🖤
This sleeveless blazer romper cinches the waist and makes any outfit feel intentional.
#holidayoutgits #FallFashionFinds #MidsizeOutfitInspo #ModernClassic

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Soft glam meets everyday ease ✨
This pleated midi skirt moves beautifully and the draped top adds that “put-together but effortless” vibe.
#FeminineStyle #MidsizeFashion #FallOutfitInspo #ElegantEveryday

#LTKMidsize #LTKStyleTip #LTKFindsUnder100

Fall confidence, wrapped in curves and class
This long-sleeve midi hugs just right, stretchy, sculpting, and made for work or dinner-to-date nights.
#FallOutfitIdeas #MidsizeStyle #DateNightDress #EffortlessElegance

#LTKMidsize #LTKStyleTip #LTKWorkwear

The trench I’ll be living in this fall 🤍
Lightweight, waist-defining, and instantly chic—this is the layer that pulls every look together. I also love wearing it as a dress, it’s not stiff!
#FallJackets #TrenchCoatSeason #MidsizeStyle #EffortlessChic

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Finally… wide-calf boots that actually fit 19-inch calves.
No squeezing, no struggle, just buttery-soft leather, the perfect shaft height, and a leg-elongating fit.
#WideCalfBoots #FallOutfitInspo #MidsizeStyle #FallFashion #BootsForCurvyLegs

#LTKMidsize #LTKShoeCrush #LTKPlusSize

Three wide-calf boots for us 19inch calf ladies!

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Should I reboot? Join me in finding out how to make our wardrobes more cohesive, so that we can get dressed in under 3 minutes! We are going to find our way and make sense of this chaos. I donated most of my clothes in the Closet of Chaos series back in August but my closet lacks unity! If you feel the same stay tuned because we are going on this ride together and we are going to make sense of this chaos! So all of this to say... season 2 of Closet of Chaos is back!!!

#LTKStyleTip #LTKMidsize

This dress deserves her own round of applause 👏
Super stretchy, curve-hugging but forgiving, and perfect for midsize bodies that want to show shape without restriction.
Wore her last night for date night and felt 🔥 all night.
Both the dress + heels are linked available right now!

#LTKDateNight #MidsizeStyle #DateNightOutfit #FallStyle #StretchyDress #MidsizeFashion #OOTN #LTKCurves #BodyKindStyle

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3 Jackets That Actually Define Your Waist. Forget oversized trenches that drown you.
These pieces create shape: cropped trench, elevated navy jacket, and the green canvas jacket are layers you’ll wear nonstop this fall/winter.
Each one balances structure + ease so you look polished fast. Linked on LTK 🖤

effortless style | Falltryonhaul | fall capsule wardrobe | momstyle
#WaistDefiningJackets #AritziaFall #CroppedTrench #hourglassoutfit #MidsizeStyleTips

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Title: Effortless Glam: Your Ultimate GRWM Makeup Routine
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Found the holy grail of jeans at Nordstrom Rack and I’m about to save you years of denim disappointment. Size EU 31 fitting like an actual dream across FOUR different styles.
Straight leg, wide leg, flare, and bootcut - every single pair eliminates the waist gap situation we’ve all suffered through. No more that annoying back gap or feeling like your jeans are cutting you in half by noon.
But here’s the real MVP moment - these pockets make your butt look absolutely incredible. Like whoever designed these understood the assignment on a spiritual level. Finally, pockets that work WITH your assets instead of flattening everything.
No muffin top, no constant adjusting, no choosing between breathing and looking good. Just jeans that actually fit like they’re supposed to.
Which style are you trying first? Drop a comment and tell me your biggest jean struggle - I need to know I’m not alone in the denim trauma.

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Using $8 eyeshadow as highlighter because it’s more pigmented than the $19 highlighters. Genius or mental breakdown? Would you do this?

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Old Navy Fall Tops — Keep or Return?
I tried 5 fall tops, and the verdict is in: a couple are waist-skimming keepers, the rest go straight back. Linked on my LTK so you can shop the winners (and skip the flops).

#LTKfashion #oldnavytops #fallfashion2025 #midsizestyle #ltkfall

#LTKFallSale #LTKOver40 #LTKMidsize

Sephora Products I’d Buy Again
Not hype, not fluff — just the Sephora items that actually perform and are worth your money. These are the products I’ll keep repurchasing because they respect your face and your wallet. Linked on my LTK so you can shop them all.

#LTKbeauty #sephorahaul #repurchaseworthy #nobsbeauty

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Rhode Skincare Prep — Before Makeup
The glow is real: Glazing Mist, Glazing Milk, and Barrier Restore Cream = the perfect base. Hydration, barrier repair, and makeup that sits flawlessly all day. Linked on my LTK so you can shop the trio.

#LTKbeauty #rhodeskincare #skincareunderfoundation #hydratedbase

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Old Navy Fall Dresses — Honest Try-On
Some dresses skim, some cling, some make me sparkle. I put Old Navy’s fall dresses to the test so you don’t waste time. Linked on my LTK so you can shop the exact keepers. 🍁

#LTKfashion #oldnavydresses #fallfashion2025 #ltkstyle #sparklerestoration

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Old Navy Fall Jackets — Try-On
From the barn jacket to the trench, I tested the most wearable fall layers. Some cinch the waist, some overwhelm the frame — only a few deserve a spot in my closet. All linked on my LTK for easy shop.

#LTKfashion #oldnavyjackets #fallfashion2025 #ltkfall #busymomstyle

#LTKFallSale #LTKMidsize #LTKSaleAlert

💄 One Swipe, Full Confidence 💄
The Hung Vanngo Creamy Matte Longwear Lipsticks are creamy, hydrating, and insanely pigmented — no cracking, no fading, just all-day color.

✨ Shade Mame: polished creamy nude (matte without looking flat)
✨ Shade Phanat Nikhom: chic peach-brown that reads elevated, not heavy

Both glide on with hyaluronic acid comfort and give that one-swipe payoff we dream about. These are the kind of lipsticks that respect your face and last through the day without babysitting.

Shop both shades now — linked here on my LTK. Save this post to come back when you’re ready to add the perfect fall lip to your cart.

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✨ No Crease. All Day. ✨
The Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow is a one-swipe wonder — soft matte finish, weightless feel, and it actually survives Miami humidity without creasing or fading. Perfect for busy mornings when you want polished lids that last from school pick-up to dinner.

Linked here on my LTK so you can shop the exact shade I used. 💌 Save this post for your next Sephora run!

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Find Your Perfect Activewear

#activewear, #gymfashion, #fittok, #tryonhaul, #gymgirl

#LTKFallSale #LTKMidsize #LTKActive

Testing Old Navy jeans so you don’t have to suffer through questionable denim decisions. Plot twist: same size, same style, completely different fit because apparently consistency is optional.
The flare jeans are actually tummy-friendly and flattering - perfect for all my skinny jean holdouts who think anything else will make them look wider. Spoiler alert: these make you look taller and more proportioned.
The blue wide leg jeans hit that sweet spot of trendy without drowning your figure. They give you shape instead of making you disappear, which is what we actually want from wide leg denim.
But that beige studded pair? Same exact size as the blue ones but fitting like a completely different garment. Quality control took a day off apparently. This is why you always need to try before you buy or have a good return policy.
For everyone still clutching their skinny jeans like security blankets - it’s time. These styles are more flattering, more current, and work better with your actual body. You’re relevant, your jeans should be too.
Which style are you most curious about? Drop a comment and tell me if you’re ready to expand beyond skinny jeans.
#OldNavyJeans #MidSizeFashion #JeansHaul #FallFashion #TryOnHaul #FlareJeans #WideLegs #SkinnyJeanRecovery #JeansThatFit #BudgetDenim #BodyPositive #RealTalk #DenimReview

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Part 1: midsize Old Navy haul… Try on of the viral jeans at Old Navy. Which outfit is your favorite?

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Bold Fall Going-Out Look
When you want to stand out instead of blend in this fall season. This burgundy and brown combination creates a rich, luxurious look that commands attention wherever you go.
The fuzzy cropped jacket adds texture and warmth, while the one-shoulder top brings asymmetrical drama. Paired with flare jeans that elongate your silhouette and finished with gold jewelry for that perfect warm-toned finish.
This look works for dinner dates, nights out, or any time you want to feel confident and put-together. The rich fall colors feel elevated but approachable - perfect for women who want to make a statement with their style.
Shop each piece below to recreate this head-turning fall outfit.

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I found $250 jeans for under $100.
These jeans solved every I have nothing to wear crisis for the next six months. I tried on 13 pairs of jeans today and these are the four that made me do that thing where you immediately check the price tag hoping you can afford them and guess what they’re under 100 bucks . They stretch where you need them too, but hold everything else in place. These jeans work for school pick up date night target run or even work for those casual Fridays. I want you to know these jeans won’t last at this price. I’m not gatekeeping this one. You deserve great jeans.

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