TGIF, everyone! So today’s post is obviously a little different from the usual. Back in my early blogging days, I used to share my Friday Favorites every week and I thought I’d bring it back this year. There are always new products or things on my wish list that I love to share with you guys (which I typically do on Instagram stories) but decided to start posting here so they can live for longer than 24 hours. What I share will be completely random: it could be something as simple as food (i.e. the chocolate in today’s post!) or a designer item I’m lusting after. This is simply meant to be a a post that’s a little more fun and personal. Let me know what ya’ll think—I’ll continue if this is something you’re interested in reading!
Long-lasting nail polish – I was a dedicated dip manicure lover up until about six months ago, which is about how long it’s taken to regrow my damaged nails! I don’t think I’ll be going back to dip anytime soon so I’m always on the lookout for polish with longevity. I love the Essie Gel Couture line and it really does last a long time—I’ve been wearing mine for five days and hardly have any chips (which is incredible when I’m washing dishes and changing diapers all day). It works even better when you use the Essie gel topcoat. I purchased the shade ‘Living Legend’ after loving how it looked on Helena of Brooklyn Blonde and it is a gorgeous red.
Cashmere-blend poncho (under $70!) – I’ve raved about this poncho multiple times on Instagram but I just love it (so much that I also purchased in black). It’s a soft, lightweight cashmere blend material and so easy to throw on over a basic layering tee. I also love wearing it around the house.
L.L. Bean shearling boots – My parents gave me these shearling-lined boots for Christmas and I just got to test them out on our snow day this week. They were so warm and cozy that I may be wearing them out even when the weather is dry and sunny.
Extra dark chocolate truffles – I am all about anything and everything dark chocolate and just tried got a bag of these this week. I’ve been treating myself to one a day and they’re heavenly (especially with a glass of red wine).
Heel cream that WORKS – Let me tell, ya’ll…I have some of the driest heels on the planet and this stuff is magic! I have tried so many other heel creams and this has worked better than anything else (and it’s under $10). If you apply it before bed and then sleep wearing socks, it works even faster.
Best faux leather leggings – I dedicated an entire blog post comparing these to Spanx earlier in the week. I own both brands but I’ve been wearing these in particular nonstop lately. They have the most realistic leather look I’ve seen yet and are chic with anything from sneakers to dressy heeled boots.
