Thank you to Uncommon Goods for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. In the hunt for a good deal, it’s easy to overlook the other factors that might influence where and what you buy. We’ve all shopped at places — H&M comes to mind — that have blemishes on their social responsibility track …
Holiday debt is about to hit 157.1 millions Americans. For many families, December is the most expensive month of the year. The average holiday gift cost is $738 this year. 64 percent of shoppers borrow money to pay for their gifts. Finder.com, a personal finance comparison site, commissioned a holiday spending survey that included 1,744 …
Why not rent clothing? We already rent homes, cars and movies. Renting clothes is less expensive and involves less commitment. Budget fashionists can appreciate this. Clothing Rental: Pros and Cons Le Tote and Haverdash are the two major players in the box subscription rental market. Let’s discuss why renting clothes is a good idea before …
What is Realher makeup? RealHer, a brand of beauty products that tells you just how wonderful you are. Each product features an affirmation boldly written in capital letters. This might seem gimmicky if RealHer makeup was of low quality. The opposite is true. The products are very good: the shadows go on easily, the lip …
If you’re like most couples, you have a few important dates on your calendar. There are many occasions to celebrate every year, whether it is the anniversary of your wedding, your first date or your engagement. It can be difficult to maintain romance with all of these occasions, especially if the same gifts are given …
This weekend is Father’s Day and Mother’s Day. The holidays can inspire you to show your love for your parents and to reconnect with old friendships in a natural way. You might want to reach out to your high school friend who’s now the PTA mom-of-the-year on a date other than her birthday, Christmas or …
I didn’t have the figures, but I would bet the money spent on face masks for beauty during the holidays is a lot higher. I’m sure I spend more on this category during the months before year-end. Masks are my go-to self-care treat because I can’t recall the last time that I had a facial …
Parents may not require this list because their children already express what they desire. If you are an aunt, uncle or grandparent you may need some gift ideas for the kids in your life. Toys aren’t as complicated as they used to be. You can almost never go wrong if you stick to the most …
Gifts that benefit charity are both enjoyable and beneficial. In recent years, they’ve become more sophisticated. This makes it easier to choose gifts that are acceptable for friends and family. There are many brands that have a mission, and even the most discerning fashionista can find clothing and accessories to be proud of. Nine chic …
Subscription gifts for mom: Where to buy them? You should, as the best gift is one that will keep on giving. Mom probably believes in the “thought counts” philosophy, so you won’t be able to fail as a giver unless you completely forget her birthday. You wouldn’t. Subscription gifts are fun because they offer variety, …