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My Sweater Collection

9/26/2021

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Here is my current sweater collection updated for Fall/Winter 2021!

Tap a sweater below or read on to learn more!

I'll be dividing the sweaters by category based on their material. You'll find cotton sweaters, cashmere sweaters, cotton cashmere blend sweaters, wool sweaters, rayon/wool blend sweaters and.. well I think that's it for now! :)

Cotton.

Tradlands Shelter Cardigan - Birch XXS - $227 (Sept 2021)

For me, Tradlands Shelter Cardigan is a no brainer for when I need to throw on an extra layer and just feel straight up cozy. The fit is different than my usual style preferences because it's slightly oversized. This is what makes it such a cozy sweater. It has a nice amount of weight and a beautiful knit. Easy to toss over winter layers or a tank top on a cooler summer night. Keep it at the office to combat those drafts. Love it.
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan in Birch, $227

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Everlane Soft Cotton Crew Sweater - Bone XS - sale $50 (Jan 2021)

The Cotton Crew Neck Sweater from Everlane is a basic kind of sweater that you can wear casually or dress it up. I regularly wear it over one of my Tradlands button ups and I also love it underneath my Everlane Picnic Dress.

Everlane Soft Cotton Crew Neck Sweater Review

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Cashmere.

Mott & Bow Willow Oversized Cashmere V Neck Sweater - Oxblood XXS - $149 (Sept 2021)

Mott & Bow's oversized cashmere v neck sweater in oxblood is a great addition to my sweater collection. The color is one of my personal power colors, meaning it's a color I always feel great and confident wearing. Worn alone with jeans or a skirt, it's a quick and easy outfit. The slightly oversized fit also allows for using this as a layering piece in the warmer months. I love a button up collar peeking out from under a v neck sweater.

Mott & Bow Willow Oversized Cashmere V Neck Sweater in Oxblood, $149

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Everlane The Cashmere Crew Sweater - Red XS - sale $60 (Sept 2019)

I invested in some cashmere sweaters because I wanted more natural fibers in my wardrobe. I realized a huge contributing factor to difficulty regulating my temperature in the colder months was some of the synthetic fabrics that nearly all my sweaters were made of. Polyester, Acrylic, etc... These are no good for me, personally. I snagged a sale on a popular cashmere crew from Everlane. The fit of the XS is preferred and I do enjoy wearing this with jeans and patterned skirts that have red in them, as well as with solids to add a pop of color in the cold months.

Everlane Cashmere Crew Sweater in Red, sale $60

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Everlane The Cashmere Crew Sweater - Mustard Yellow S - sale $60 (Sept 2019)

Like the previous sweater, I snagged the mustard yellow cashmere sweater from everlane on sale and the only size was Small. I still wear this sweater regularly, although I definitely refer the XS fit on this sweater. I love the cheery yellow color and it pairs well with other colors I reach for regularly - navy, forest green, maroon, black.

Everlane Cashmere Crew Sweater in Mustard Yellow, sale $60

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Cotton Cashmere Blend.

Mott & Bow Emma Light Ribbed Cotton Cashmere Crew - Black XS - $99 (Sept 2021)

This lightweight cotton cashmere sweater is like a dream. A high crew neckline and fitted silhouette make for a really chic look with no effort at all. It's a wonderful weight for transitional seasons or as a base layer in colder months.

Mott & Bow Light Ribbed Cotton Cashmere Crew in Black, $99

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Mott & Bow Emma Light Ribbed Cotton Cashmere V Neck - Ivory XS - $99 (Sept 2021)

Again, an excellent transitional sweater that is not too heavy and almost like a long sleeve fitted shirt, but better and cozier. The ribbed fabric blend gives it a bit of stretch making it nice to wear over a button down as well!

Mott & Bow Light Ribbed Cotton Cashmere V Neck in Ivory, $99

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Wool.

Quince Australian Merino Wool Open Cardigan Sweater - Navy XS - $39.90 (Feb 2021)

An easy cardigan with pockets to toss on for a little extra warmth but without being bulky. The Quince Merino Wool Cardigan is a cardigan without buttons, it has roomy pockets, and is super soft. Be careful when washing/drying because I accidentally popped mine in the dryer on auto once and I think it did shrink a bit, although not to an unwearable point.

Quince Australian Merino Wool Open Cardigan Sweater in Navy, $39.90

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Encircled The Dressy Sweatshirt - Navy XS - $154 (Nov 2018)

The first "better" sweater I invested in, from Encircled clothing - The Dressy Sweatshirt. This sweatshirt is made from a blend including rayon from bamboo and merino wool. They now have another wool free sweater blend available in this design. I find the wide neckline is too wide for my frame and petite style preferences. I still like to wear it as a quick throw on layer, especially when traveling.

Encircled Dressy Sweatshirt in Navy, $154

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Sweater Wishlist.

Overall, I feel like my sweater collection is pretty robust, but here are some additions I would consider in the future.

Mott & Bow Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater Willow in Black, $149

Mott & Bow Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater, $149

I love a good turtleneck in the wintertime and my black one is probably on it's last season. Actually, I said that last season, but I may be able to squeeze one more out of it. We'll see! It is not my ideal blend of fabric, so when I replace it I will definitely be factoring fabric in like this cashmere turtleneck from Mott & Bow.

Tradlands Jude Pullover Sweater, $217

A soft, light-midweight cotton sweater with honeycomb knit, the Jude Pullover from Tradlands is an absolute go-to transitional sweater that drapes beautifully!!

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Everlane 40 Hour Flat Review - What I Think After Wearing This Leather Point Toe Flat For Over 40 Hours

2/13/2021

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Ironically I spent my 20s boycotting wearing white and now in the subsequent decade as part of refining my personal style, my closet audit capsules have already made it abundantly clear to me that I could use a few white/light pieces...

Included in the wardrobe gap “In Search Of” list is a light, neutral colored flat, preferably leather for longevity, that can look polished with skirts and dresses. I’ve found that I love a pointed toe shoe, especially if it’s a flat (over a round or square flat), and especially if I’m in dresses or skirts and I want to look put together. The pointed toe shoe style is very flattering and lengthening on a petite frame like mine.

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Choosing Color - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

I decided to go with the color cream, over say taupe, because I thought it would suit my wardrobe elements better. We’ll see if that was a good choice or not.

Update: Upon arrival, at first I was a little surprised at how white the “cream” colored shoes looked! I thought they would be a touch more off-white. After wearing them, I feel like they have looked great in every outfit so ... so far so good!

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Choosing Size - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Historically I have always snagged size 8 shoes but lately I’ve found myself bumping it up to an 8.5. I’m not sure if it’s just because of the brand differences, if I always should have been an 8.5, or if it’s just my foot changing over time. I also think I have a bit of a bunion situation on one foot so I’m always curious to see how a shoe will handle that. Everlane advertises the 40 hour flat as true to size so I added the 8.5 to my cart but I dallied and it sold out as it happened to be on a pretty nice sale at the end of 2020. Sooooo... I took a gamble and went for a 9. It could be a huge mistake but I took comfort in knowing that these shoes seem to resell well online and possibly the extra .5 size increase could be good in a pointed toe shoe. We shall see.

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Shipping & Delivery - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Shipping was free since my order of the 40 hour flat plus the cotton crew sweater (review here) was over the $75 threshold.
I placed my order on 1/3/21. It was shipped on 1/7/21 and I received It on 1/12/21.

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Unboxing - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Love the simple outer packaging for this Everlane order with a cardboard box and paper tape. When I opened the package I was surprised to see my sweater (review here) in a plastic bag, a different packaging approach to my previous purchase from the brand in 2019 (read about it here) The 40-hour flat was in a cardboard shoe box, but something seemed off when I opened it. I actually think these shoes were used. Well, maybe not "used" but they were definitely a return based on 1. Subtle creasing 2. Random hairs inside 3. Fibers at the back of the shoe possible from a sock? But the worst part was a plastic shoe shaping piece (idk what this is truly called) was loose in the box and poking against the leather of one of the shoes leaving a mark. (QC where you at?) Now these were a steal for 50% off, but still it's not a great experience with the packaging this time around. But, let's try them out!

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40 Hour Flat vs Day Glove vs Tapered Day Glove vs 40 Flat Re-Knit

Why did I choose the 40 hour flat over some of Everlane’s other shoe offerings? My purpose in buying this flat was to have a light colored leather flat that would look fantastic with skirts and dresses primarily and I always love the look of a pointed toe for that goal. I think it really elevates an outfit, but it can be tricky to find a pointed toe flat that works for your foot without causing paint or issues. So that was a gamble. The Day Glove is wildly popular and reviewed at 4.58 Stars over 5,767 reviews at the time of writing, but I worried that I may feel frumpy in the round toe and also that the vamp would come up too high on my foot and possibly irritate my toes or exacerbate a bunion situation. The tapered day glove is a cute option that almost merges the aforementioned designs, ending in an almost pointed-squared toe with a nice center seam detail. I think I still prefer the look of the point toe 40 Hour Flat, though. And as for the 40 hour flat re-knit - i guess this is Everlanes’ answer to rothys, but if I wanted that knit kind of style I would just get another pair of rothys (save $20 here, review here) and I think the look of leather is more refined than the mesh anyhow.

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Everlane 40 hour flat review

Day 1: Initial Try on & Thoughts After Receiving (2 hours)

Right away I am loving the style of the 40 hour flat, the pointy toe which is ever so slightly squared off just pulls that "put together" vibe so easily. I slipped my foot in and guess what? All of my toes have wiggle room! I can tell a difference right away in the size of the toe box compared to my tieks (read here and here) and my rothys points (read FAQ here). My big toe is definitely not smashed into the point, which is what I was looking for. I'd rather the point extend a little further than have my toe smashed, bunion exacerbated and who knows what other foot issues incited. As for the length, I think the 9 is a tad bit loose. I am so curious as to how the 8.5 would have fit side by side to know if it would be a perfect fit or if my toe would be smashed into the point? I think I would rather have the looser fit than have my toe smashed, what about you? I can try some of my tricks to make shoes fit better (read here) to improve a slightly loose fit, but if it's too tight forget it...

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Day 2: Wearing from 8 am to 10 pm

Day two is a WFH day. Right now I am 5.5 hours in to wearing the 40-hour flat at my desk and my feet are still feeling good. I opted to add this heel insert for comfort and a better fit. I tried my custom insoles but they were too high for a good fit. Also the heel grips, and these heel inserts, but I think these were the best for me, so far at least. I'm always wearing no-show socks as personal preference. The pair I have stick out slightly so I'm looking to try some with a lower profile. It's hard to balance a super low profile sock that actually doesn't roll down at the back. I heardSheec is good so I'm hoping to try them too! As for marks on my feet - A very subtle red mark on my pinky toe and bunion (side of big toe at the main joint) where they come into contact with the side of the shoe. This is a huge improvement over my tieks (I think I should have sized up) and also better than my Rothy's points. Additionally, the leather should give a bit as I wear them in so I imagine this will further decrease with time! I can't speak to the shoe hitting the top of my foot yet since those socks were creating a bit of a barrier.

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Day 3: 8 hours • Day 4: 4 hours• Day 5: 8 Hours • Day 6: 10 Hours

Okay so you always think you’re going to remember everything you don’t write down, which we all know is a total joke, so all the rest of the days blended together, but here’s the sum up:

I wore the Everlane 40-hour Flat for more than 40 hours last week and I am honestly quite impressed. The shoes look great with skirts and dresses which is the main reason I was looking for a comfortable leather pointed toe flat. I find that the toe box width is generous compared to other pointed toe shoes I have (rothys), but I also sized up to a 9 in these whereas my rothys are 8.5.

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Sore Spots?

As for sore spots, at the end of 8-10 hours wearing these shoes straight I had some red marks where the joint of my pinky toe hit the outer side of the shoe as well as more subtle marks where my big toe hits the side of the shoe. I have experienced way worse sore spots on other shoes when worn for much shorter time, not to mention these are brand new shoes so I think that’s pretty impressive and I look to see those marks lessen over time as the leather molds to my feet.

Insoles and Orthotics?

I started out using heel cups on day one but for the rest of the week I didn’t. My custom insoles are too tall for inside these shoes (a common issue when using them with most shoes)

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What socks do you wear with Everlane 40 Hour Flat

What socks did I wear with the 40 hour flats this week? I wore these socks I got ages ago (2016), as you can see from the pics, they showed a bit and actually they kind of left marks on my foot from the elastic rather than the shoes lol. I also wore these lace socks I got years ago too. They peek through a bit and I think they look better, but I also came to realize these socks are actually too small for my feet. I’m sure they were a size range like 7-9, but I discovered they put pressure on my big toes and cause my foot to scrunch up in a bad way..

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Any Cons?

I noticed when I wore the lace socks that were a little lower profile on the sides, every step I took the shoes made kind of a squeaking noise? I didn’t have this issue with the other socks I wore. I know some people have issues with tieks making weird sounds too.

The only thing I really wish is that these shoes just had a little more love in the sole. If there was just a bit more cushioning and support these would be absolutely amazing shoes. It would be nice to have some cushion without having to always buy something extra to stick into the shoe because often that alters the way the shoe fits which is not always desirable. I just think that if I was pounding pavement, commuting on public transportation, or traveling, while I love the look of the 40 hour flat, I wouldn’t choose them because there’s little-to-know absorbing of the impact of pavement.

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Everlane 40 Hour Flat Review

Overall I am really happy with this purchase so far. I think the 40 Hour Flat is a great addition to the more streamlinedcapsule wardrobe I am working to curate this year. It definitely fills a gap - close toed, flat, light neutral shoe for dressy clothing. I had absolutely nothing like this and I am already loving how it is working with a huge portion of my dress clothes Closet Audit Capsule January 2021. I am hoping to have these shoes for years to come, taking care of the leather and to update this post with how I feel about them in the future, how much wear I am getting from them etc.

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The Relaxed Silk Shirt Everlane Review

2/11/2021

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The Relaxed Silk Shirt Review

Bought: September 2019
Size: 00
Color: Royal Blue
Estimated Cost Per Wear: ~1.20
Like Love or Let Go: Love

The Relaxed Silk Shirt Review

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Why I bought it:

For all my adult life I have not owned a single button down shirt. It was time to give them a fair chance!
I wanted something with natural fibers (this is silk) that wouldn't cause the skin and temperature regulation issues that synthetics like polyester do.
Loved the color and it's 100% aligned with my style and can make endless outfits from what's already in my closet.
It went on sale!

Pros

It fit so much better than I imagined!!
Love the color in person
Have been finding a variety of ways to wear it
I feel polished when I wear this top.
Washable silk

Cons

I wish it tapered in just a bit more, but I'm learning to embrace this relaxed style!

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How I Wear The Everlane Relaxed Silk Shirt
I love to wear dresses and skirts. My favorite way to wear this silk button up shirt is tucked into an a-line or flowy skirt. I also love to leave it unbuttoned, and tie the ends at a flattering length! This is a great option instead of wearing a cardigan or blazer if you want to mix things up. I also enjoy layering it underneath tops and dresses so the collar peeks out.

What Would Make The Relaxed Fit Silk Shirt Better (for me)

Truly not much, as I mentioned above if it tapered just a bit (in other words less of a relaxed fit lol) but I think I'm just used to always having more fitted pieces so it's just a newer style.

What I learned from buying The Relaxed Fit Silk Shirt

I learned that I can wear button up shirts and feel great in them! I think a nicely draping material is better for me than a rigid one, though this is pure conjecture since I've not tried on any other button ups. :)
I love this royal blue silk button up shirt so much that I started to notice how often I would love to have a light/white/off-white one to wear. I am searching for one (ISO White Button Up) and I have ordered one here, I'm waiting for it to arrive and give it a try!

Tip: I always wear something underneath this silk shirt and this cuts down on the need to wash it. I think it is dry clean only, but I washed it on delicate and hung to dry with no problems. ymmv.

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Everlane Cotton Turtleneck Tee Review

2/9/2021

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In September 2019 I purchased two Everlane cotton turtlenecks. I am a fan of the turtleneck for cozy fall outfits and bundling up in the winter so after having these for 2 seasons here's what I think...

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Sizing and Fit

The cotton turtleneck tee is a slim fit turtleneck and I ordered XXS, XS, and S. Ultimately I ended up keeping the XS for the best fit. These turtlenecks are extremely lightweight. They are definitely a “tee”. While I was expecting them to be a bit heavier, I suppose when layering it can be helpful to have thinner layers at times so you don’t get too stuffy. The problem I found with these tees is they are a bit too sheer for my preference to wear as is. Notice one photo where I have an under armour base layer on beneath and you can clearly see the logo right through. Because of this, I wear these only if I’m wearing something else underneath or, more often, if I am wearing them under another sweater.

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Summary

I thought the quality was a bit lacking when it came to the fabric weight. I would not repurchase these or particularly recommend them, although I will certainly continue to make use of the two I purchased.

Other lessons learned:
I thought I would wear the rust orange color more often than I have so far. It’s great for fall but I find I’m not as drawn to this orange in winter or spring. Black or white would have been a better choice along with the navy I bought for more versatility.

Going forward I will think more about the season, style, and the rest of my closet when choosing colorful garments!

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January 2021 Purchases - Initial Impressions (Pact, Everlane, Twig Razor, Brooklinen, Quince, Levoit, Clean Faced Cosmetics)

2/2/2021

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Pact Organic Cotton Stretch Fit Long Sleeve Tees - White & Black

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I purchased these two long sleeve organic cotton tops (white and black) as wardrobe basics for my capsule wardrobe from Pact. Pact is a great place to find organic cotton basics at an approachable price.

First Impressions: I’m not in love with the fit of the organic cotton stretch fit long sleeve tees from pact, primarily the way they sit on my neck/shoulders. I’m not sure if it’s a sizing thing or a design thing. I was between XS and S in the sizing chart and went with XS because I wanted a snugger fit. The fit otherwise is fine, so I am wondering if the Small would have fit better around the neck and shoulders? These foundational pieces I primarily plan to use for layering, making the 100% perfect fit less of a priority. I'm curious to see how the fit will be over time!

These tees are 93% organic cotton and 7% Elastane. I can definitely feel the difference between the fabric in this shirt and my original pact purchase (read about them here and 1 year update here).

TIP: Wearing a lightweight, fitted shirt as a base layer can both aid in keeping you warm in the cool months and simultaneously preserve the life of your other garments such as cashmere sweaters (here or here), silk blouses (like this one or this one), and even cotton sweaters! The inner most layer can absorb any sweat etc. from your body and minimize the frequency of washes needed for your investment pieces!

Overall Rating 4/5 - These tees definitely serve the purpose I bought them for and will be worn well.
Would be a 5/5 if the fit was better on me!

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Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Full review here.

Recently realized mycapsule wardrobe has two obvious footwear gaps - a light colored flat and a black flat, both for primary use with dress clothes. I snagged a pair of leather pointed toe flats from everlane totally unexpectedly in their year-end sale.

Initial Impressions: Fab purchase. I think they will last for years, the toe box is wider than most point toe shoes, and I’ve already worn them >12 times in less than 2.5 weeks.

Overall Rating 5/5
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Everlane Cotton Crew Sweater

Full review here. (soon!)

I was looking for a light colored sweater to replace a taupe turtleneck I had been wearing for years after receiving as a hand-me-down from a friend (ie. it had a long, long life and it was time.)

I don’t think this Everlane sweater is the perfect replacement, but I do think it’s a good addition to my capsule wardrobe. I’ve worn it at least 4 times in 2.5 weeks. The fit is good. I wish it was a little denser of a knit as you can definitely see a bit through the knit whether it's bra lines or a cami or other undershirt and that kind of bugs me although pretty common for a light colored top.

Overall Rating 4/5 so far.

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Brooklinen Waffle Towel Set

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Brooklinen Waffle Bath Towels, Hand Towels, and Wash Cloths in white. Love that they are OEKO-TEX certified! The towels feel durable and the waffle is nice both functionally and aesthetically.

Tip: Remember to dry on lowest setting/air fluff if you can’t lay flat to dry. I forgot and now the trim of my towels is puckered. No big deal, but kind of a bummer.

Overall Rating: So far 4.5/5

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Quince Waffle Towel Set

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I thought I would compare another waffle towel set on the market and snagged the waffle bath towels and hand towels from Quince. No wash cloths available at this time. They are light and springy and absorbent. Organic Turkish cotton.

Overall Rating So far 5/5

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Twig Razor by Leaf Shave

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I guess I didn’t actually purchase this in January. I ordered this on Kickstarter ages ago and finally got the finished product in January. Great addition to my low waste bathroom set up (read here) and I’m stoked I haven’t cut myself at all yet!! Really happy with this single blade safety razor set for plastic free shaving!!

Overall Rating 5/5

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Levoit Air Purifier

We recently added this air purifier to our bedroom and decided to add another one in our office since we’re spending so much time at home now. We ordered this one. Are air purifiers worth it? If you don’t mind white noise, they are definitely nice to have as they really keep air circulating and clean. If you have a small space that gets stuffy quickly, it's really helpful!

Overall Rating: 5/5
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Pact Men’s Soft Spun V Neck Shirts & Cotton Knit Boxers

Snagged some replacement V neck tees from Pact and some of their cotton knit boxers for my husband. I'll share any feedback he has in time.

He is comparing these to the Amazon Goodthreads Slim Fit "Perfect V Neck" shirts he's been wearing for a couple years and really likes.
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Clean Faced Cosmetics Cake Mascara and Zero Waste Eyeliner

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TLDR: Love the idea of the cake mascara and zero waste eyeliner - better ingredients and less waste, but for every day I dont have the patience!
I did find some tips to help with application which are in the review.

I hope with time and more practice I can implement this, but in the mean time...

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Pacifica Stellar Gaze Mascara Supernova

As mentioned above, I was struggling with the new cake mascara and for rushed mornings I just wanted an easy mascara to use with an improvement in ingredients.

I've heard a lot about Pacifica Stellar Gaze Mascara for several years, so I just snagged a tube and I'm grateful for the ease-of-use!

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This was a purchase heavy month especially after hardly buying anything extra during 2020, but looking back I feel really good about these buys! My goal is to really refine my wardrobe this year, keep auditing and filling specific gaps, so when it’s safe to get back out there and to travel again, I’ll have everything all set and I will have had fun doing it! See more of the capsule wardrobe journey here!