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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

Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Review

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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

Everlane Cotton Crew in Bone, sale $50

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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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Mott & Bow Cashmere V Neck Oversized Sweater Willow Review

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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 Cashmere Sweater Review

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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Everlane The Cashmere Crew Sweater Review

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 And Bow Cotton Cashmere Crew Sweater Review

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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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Mott And Bow Emma Ribbed Cotton Cashmere V Neck Review

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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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Quince Cashmere Sweater

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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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Encircled The Dressy Sweatshirt Review

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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February 2021 Purchases: Initial Impressions (Featuring Brooklinen, Wardani, Apple, Air Quality Testers)

3/30/2021

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Making your living space more comfortable, fun, and safe is always a good idea. Here are some things I tried recently!

Tacocat Spelled Backwards Game from Exploding Kittens

The makers of Exploding Kittens just released a new game called Tacocat Spelled Backwards. If you love an easy, fun game and palindromes (when a word or phrase is the same backwards and forewards) you’ll have a lot of fun with Tacocat Spelled Backwards. It's a very quick to learn and quick to play game to enjoy with someone you're sheltering in place with. Plus It’s only $15!

Every game I've tried from the makers ofExploding Kittens has been a blast.

Brooklinen Tufted Bath Rug, Silk Eye Mask, Classic Pillow Cases, and Washcloth Assortment

I made my second Brooklinen purchase after the waffle towels (here and here).

Initial impressions:

Washcloths
Of the washcloth series, I think the best all around choice is the Classic/MidPlush. I also tried the waffle, ultralight, mid plush, super plush... basically I tried one of each wash cloth type brooklinen currently offers. You can read the full wash cloth comparison here and it may help you decide which full towel set is best for you!

Brooklinen Silk Eyemask
I also snagged a silk eyemask with some rewards points - it is sooo soft. The only bummer is that it is a little loose on my head. I wish it was a little more fitted for me. Sidenote: The box is worth geeking out over! Its suchhhh a nice box and has a magnetic closure. If you get it, you get it.

Brooklinen Tufted Bath Rug
Finally I ordered the Brooklinen tufted bath rug to replace a (literally) 10-year old bath rug from ikea. This rug is made in Portugal and it’s not really a soft, cushiony type of rug, but it is really nice quality. I can see why it has the price it does. The one thing I dislike about it is how long it takes to dry.

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At this point I have interacted with Brooklinen Customer service three times, and I have to say they are fantastic. They are very responsive about any issues you may have. I have chatted with them and gone via email. I had a question about points crediting after leaving a review and I had feedback about an item that was damaged on arrival. They were awesome. But one of my favorite things was after your interaction they sent you a survey and you could give feedback on the person who helped you including if you thought they deserved a coffee, lunch, or Brooklinen swag from the company! I thought this was too cool!!

Wardani Lambskin Leather Headband

Wardani Lambskin Leather Headband Made in Brooklyn NY

An easy everyday headband is on my capsule wardrobe ISO list. I decided to try the Wardani lambskin leather headband made in Brooklyn ny. I ordered from etsy here. First impressions: This headband is very lightweight and beautifully made. It’s not too tight on my head at all and feels comfortable. One regret I’m having is I ordered it in black for versatility, but now I wish I would have gone for the beautiful red leather or gold. For quality, I expect this headband to last as long as I want it to be in my collection.

Air Pods Pro Replacement

Not really a purchase, since it didn’t cost anything but just to say if you’re having trouble with your AirPods Pro audio (if older than Oct 2020), reach out to apple support in case it’s an issue covered under their quality program. They’ll send you a replacement, put a hold on your credit card until you send back the originals, and then refund your card. (Unless you’re trying to scam them. Don’t do that.) So this is more of a PSA - don’t procrastinate, just hop on the chat with them and let them know what’s going on so they can trouble shoot or replace if needed.

Air Quality Testers

Tested a couple of air quality monitors including this EG indoor air quality monitor. Didn’t love this one and actually returned it and bought the Awair Element Indoor Air Quality monitor. The design is sleek and modern and it integrates with an app. You can track your air quality over time and get alerts with any concerning changes. It’s comforting to know the air quality in your home is safe or to be alerted to make adjustments to improve it. Sometimes that just means opening a window or turning on a fan to get some circulation. The Awair Element Indoor Air Quality monitor is pretty sensitive. If you’re cooking without the fan on, it will sense it in the other end of the house before you can even smell food cooking back there. This is really a great investment for most people spending more time at home and working from home because improving your air quality will doubtless improve your mood, productivity, and overall health!

Quince

After trying quince towels (review here) I decided to fill some wardrobe gaps with their silk camis and button up. I later ordered a pair of sweatpants for the Mr. and their Extra Fine Australian Merino Cardigan. Overall really pleased with the items. They do seem to be coming up with new items very fast and their prices are pretty low compared to other brands, so make out of that what you will. I still think buying one cardigan and having it for years from a brand like quince is a better choice than buying 5 cheap, low quality cardigans that barely make it through a season. Progress over perfection! If you want to check out quince here’s $10 off.

For more details and pics:

Quince Stretch Silk Cami Review
Quince Stretch Silk Button Up Review
Quince Men’s Heavyweight Organic Fleece Jogger Review
Quince Extra Fine Australian Merino Cardigan Review

AceTaken Ring Light & Phone Suspension Arm Stand

With all the videoconferencing we’re all doing these days not to mention other hobbies, I decided to finally get a ring light and overhead phone mount.This one was about $40 on amazon and so far I’m pleased. I like that it isn’t a chip clip style grip at the end of the arms, but it is actually a clamp, so it’s highly adjustable to fit on the ends of your desk, table, counter, wherever. I’m using an IPhone 10 Xs Max and I haven’t had any problems with it holding the phone securely.

Tradlands Lakeland Dress

Tradlands Shirt Dress

I snagged a secondhandTradlands Lakeland Dress at a huge bargain and I totally love it. I’ve been wanting to try Tradlands for a while now and this secondhand purchase gave me a lot of confidence. The quality is great, this is a piece that is made to last. A new piece is something you will save up for, but if cared for, should last for years based on this purchase at least. Get $25 off Tradlands here.

Tradlands Lakeland Chambray Shirt Dress Full Review Here

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How To Enjoy Staying Home More During The Pandemic

2/12/2021

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Shopping habits for most of us changed drastically this past year. Normally saving every penny for an adventure out of town, this year had a lot of us spending our time and paychecks at home. Here’s how I made home a little more homey in 2020.

1. Move Furniture Around

This didn’t require any purchasing, but it was one of the first things I did during the initial lockdown. Moving furniture around can make you feel like you’re in a totally different space. And if you don’t like it? Easy. Just move it back. Also doubles as a great workout. lol

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2. Buy New Pillow Covers

Changing pillows on your couch can change the vibe of the room. But before you go out and buy a whole new pillow, maybe you just need a new cover for your pillow? I tried a few boho macrame pillow covers, tons of options on Amazon but for something more special and handmade definitely check etsy. Of course you can find pillow covers to match whatever your style is!

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3. Order Houseplants. Online.

Now that you're home a lot more, maybe you can give houseplants a try! Having living plants in your home is soothing and the opportunity to nurture something and see it grow in a time of chaos can be very valuable.

I ordered plants online from this company, full review to come!

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4. Try New Delivery Services

I took this opportunity to try some new delivery services:

Instacart - review - discount
Butcherbox - review - discount
Hello Fresh - review - $40 discount
Misfits Market - review - discount
The Wine Shop - review - discount

5. Upgrade Your Outdoor Living Space

If you're fortunate enough to have a yard, porch, balcony, or patio - is it inviting? Can you update that space so you can enjoy using it more? Check this post for6 tips to help you choose patio furniture! Having an inviting living space (indoor or outdoor) can make staying at home so much more enjoyable! See what you can tidy and declutter and then see if you an addition would really make a difference.

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6. Refresh Your Sheets & Towels

This is something I sometimes procrastinate on. You don't have to wait until your sheets and towels are threadbare and unarguably gross before replacing them. I recently got some eucalyptus sheets from sheets & giggles and some linen sheets as well. I also replaced our bath towels and compared two brands. You can read about that here! Having fresh sheets and towels will make the mundane feel a little more luxurious!

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Quince Turkish Waffle Bath Towels vs. Brooklinen Waffle Bath Towels

2/4/2021

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At the start of 2021 I set out to replace my white cotton bath towels. Our previous towels have been used daily and washed weekly for several years. Even after they are washed, they just don’t feel like they used to. A little stiff, a lot less bright white. I’ve tried the vinegar tricks and whatnot suggested online, but finally my husband said “I think they’re just old and need replaced!” lol So that has been my mission.

I want something that is timeless, fresh, and made from natural fibers. One issue is that we have a small, poorly ventilated bathroom. In other words, anything too fluffy doesn’t dry completely before the next use. Bearing this in mind, I’ve decided to try waffle weave Turkish cotton towels.

The idea is that the lightweight, waffle weave towels are both highly absorbent and fast drying which sounds up my street. I ordered from two different brands for the first time - Brooklinen and Quince - so I can do a side-by-side comparison of their waffle weave Turkish cotton waffle weave bath towels.

Brooklinen & Quince Waffle Towel Comparison

What I Ordered:

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Quince - Organic Turkish Waffle Towel Bundle - $69.90 - $10 friend discount = $59.90
The bundle includes 2 bath towels and 2 hand towels.

Brooklinen - All of their bundles included floor mats, but I didn’t like the color options (please add black!)
So I made my own bundle:
2 Waffle bath towels, 2 waffle hand towels, and 2 waffle wash clothes - $100 - $25 refer a friend discount = $75

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Shipping & Delivery

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The Brooklinen order arrived in a sturdy cardboard box with a handle. The towels inside were wrapped in plastic. They also included a very nice canvas tote!

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The Quince order came in a plastic DHL mailer.

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Review Quince Organic Turkish Cotton Waffle Towels

The Quince Organic Turkish Cotton Waffle Towels are slightly smaller than the Brooklinen Towels. The Quince Waffle Towels, I would say are a little more light and springy. The finishings are nice! Quite pleased!

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Review Brooklinen Turkish Cotton Waffle Bath Towels

As indicated above, the Brooklinen waffle bath towels are slightly larger in dimension than the Quince waffle towels. The Brooklinen towels are also a bit more substantial. They are also excellent quality. I was surprised, though, to see a number of threads poking out of most of the towels. Upon initial inspection, they don't seem to be loose/ I don't anticipating them affecting the integrity and durability of the towels. Nevertheless, I was surprised to see this. I need to trim them! The Brooklinen towels are OEKO-TEX certified which is great.

Tip: I do recommend paying close attention to the care instructions. I accidentally dried them a little too warm (see my initial impressions here) and I think that caused puckering on the bottom edge as seen in the pics below.

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Review Brooklinen Turkish Cotton Waffle Bath Towels

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Comparison Quince Waffle Towel vs Brooklinen Waffle Towel

The Brooklinen Trim is on the top/in the foreground in these two pictures and the Quince trim is in the background/ on the bottom. So you can compare the subtle design elements of the two.

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Comparison Quince Waffle Towel vs Brooklinen Waffle Towel

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The Brooklinen washcloth is on the right in the first photo and on top in the second photo. Can you tell it is more dense than the Quince towel? It's not easy to capture in photos.

Overall I am really happy with both sets so far, but it's early days at just around 2 weeks of use and 2 washes. I think my husband may prefer the Brooklinen set, and while I kind of think that one will last longer and may be of higher quality in a lot of ways (even despite the loose threads), I may actually prefer the Quince set as I enjoy the springiness and I feel that the less dense waffle wave makes them more soft which I enjoy. I look forward to seeing how they both hold up over time and if those preferences shift. Ultimately, I don't think you can go wrong with either set. Let me know if you try them!

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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

Pact Organic Cotton Stretch Fit Long Sleeve Tee Review - TDF Life & Style Blog

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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 40 Hour Flat, reg $118, sale $59

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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

Full review here.

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

Full Review here

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

Full review here.

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!