Do you really need to add another eyeshadow to your makeup routine? Meet Merit Beauty’s ✨NEW✨ addition to their slowly growing roster of clean, minimalistic, and simple makeup products: the Solo Shadow — the eyeshadow you’ll actually use and hit pan on (their words). If you’re a fan of Merit Beauty then you probably have been excited for the release of these eyeshadows much like me. We live in an era of over consumption and ubiquitous makeup launches that actually nailing the concept of minimal makeup products by a brand is almost unheard of and Merit just executes this so well. In an ocean ..read more

Mother's Day is almost here and I'm here to share with you what moms actually want for the occassion! It goes without saying, but I believe the number one thing moms would highly appreciate this year is A LOT of ME TIME: a baby-free (and husband-free ?) day! But we all know that that’s pretty much out of the picture because no matter how much we would love some alone time, we like spending the day with our loved ones! I put together a short Mother’s Day Gift Guide to give you a few ideas on how to treat your mom, your fellow mama friends, and yourself this year! Nécessaire Body Products This ..read more

The Sephora Spring Savings Event is here, and if you need some clean beauty recommendations, you've come to the perfect place! Right now is the perfect time to treat yourself to some Sephora goodies especially if you’re a Beauty Insider because you get a discount on your purchase depending on which membership tier you’re in: ROUGE members get 20% off, VIB members get 15% off, and INSIDERS get 10% off using the code OMGSPRING! You can also do unlimited purchases both online and in-store. Please note the dates below!     If you’ve been needing to stock up on a few favorites, or if y ..read more

Black has always been very popular in the world of fashion. An all-black outfit is classic, chic, and slimming. A uniform of black clothing is easy to wear, but it can be boring. Color can add something new to your style, and make you feel brighter and more confident.! If you’re not used to wearing color and you find it a bit challenging to incorporate to your style, don’t worry, I got you! Here are some easy ways you can start adding more color to your style.  Add Accessories If you’re new to the color world, ease yourself in with your accessories. Add a pop of color to a monochrome outf ..read more

Life is busy enough when you are a mom, but when you throw work into the mix, things can become overwhelming pretty quickly (I know because I've been doing this working mom thing for almost 3 years!). The good news is there are some strategies that can help you achieve a better balance in life! Today, I'm sharing with you some tips that I've learned along the way. Keep reading to find out what they are. Be more present In the wise words of Ram Dass, being in the moment can add a great deal of value to what you are doing, as well as reduce a lot of stress.  Of course, the problem is that a ..read more

Jewelry is my favorite way to elevate any outfit! However, buying jewelry can be fairly confusing, especially if you’re relatively new to this. Since jewelry prices can range from double digits to several thousand, it’s a good idea to understand why jewelry can be expensive and what you should look for based on your personal needs. Today, I’m sharing a brief guide on how to buy jewelry. When buying jewelry online, make sure you go with a reputable brand A lot of people prefer to buy jewelry online these days because it’s convenient and you get plenty of choices. However, it’s a good idea to pi ..read more

Spring is here and it's just as good a time as any to finally get organized and achieve your goals. It’s a new season and you can reevaluate your progress from the beginning of the year. I know that setting goals is hard work in itself, and actually achieving them is an even bigger challenge, so if you’re always finding yourself failing at this, here are five steps to getting organized and achieving your goals. 1. Write down your goals Sometimes using a pen and paper or notebook is more effective than a list on your smartphone. Write down your goals, including your motivation for them. This wa ..read more

Nothing in this life is more important than friends and family. So, if your fashion choices can pay homage to those relationships while simultaneously creating a great look, you’d be a fool to miss out. Especially now, during this time of social distancing, it’s nice to find ways on how we can feel closer to our loved ones, and one fun way is through fashion! Today, I’m sharing 5 simple tips on how you can do just that! 1. Carry Loved Ones With You Having a loved one by your side can provide emotional comfort and a source of confidence in tough moments. Whether it’s a job interview or a c ..read more

Everyone surely wants to live in a beautiful home that feels new and updated. But redesigning a home can be expensive and can also involve inconvenience. But I have news for you! You don’t have to break the bank when redesigning your home! Small and inexpensive changes can transform the whole look and vibe of the house and make it something much more beautiful. It’s something to aspire to. Today, I’m sharing a few simple tips on how you can refresh and add value to your home! Start with Smaller/Easier Projects If the windows in your home are already out of fashion and they look out of style, y ..read more

If you are sick and tired of not feeling good about yourself, then you’ll be glad to know that it is entirely possible for you to make a change. I still struggle with feeling 100% confident about myself but here are a few tips I’ve learned and still practice that help me feel so much better about myself. I hope that you find this helpful! 1. Stop Comparing We live in a very image-driven society and it can be very difficult for you to avoid comparing yourself to the ideals that are around you. As you get older, you may find that this hits you even more and this is the last thing that you need ..read more