The Purist
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Minimalist Bahamas Packing List: What You Need To Bring
How to Stay Cool in the Caribbean Heat The Bahamas are a beautiful and popular Caribbean destination. But many visitors underestimate just how intense the heat and humidity are. During my trip to Paradise Island in June, I realized there were some things that would have made my stay far more comfortable. Now I know…
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Can Slow Fashion Be Affordable? Yes!
Insider Tips for Shopping Sustainably on a Budget Sustainable fashion has gained popularity in recent years, as more people become aware of the negative impact of fast fashion. However, one of the biggest concerns people have about sustainable fashion is the cost. My response is always: “Yes it is more expensive than H&M/Walmart/Shien/whatever—that’s the actual…
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Stop Buying Junk and Invest in the Heirloom Jewelry You Actually Want
Here’s Why You Should Shop Recycled & Fair Trade Jewelry Heirloom. It’s a word that resonates and has deep meaning. And yet few of us include heirlooms in our day-to-day jewelry collections. Why is that? For as long as I can remember, there has been a craze about collecting heaps of on-trend accessories. And of…
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Motherhood Taught Me To Be Selfish
I Was A Miserable People-Pleaser For Several Years… Now I’m Unapologetically Self-Serving, Brazenly Happy, and Finding Joy Literally Everywhere. My daughter is just 17 months old, but she has inspired me more than anyone else in my life. People say that becoming a mother changes you, but I didn’t anticipate this… Yes, I have less…
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90’s Grunge Inspired Juicy Lips: Forget The Filler by Lawless
The Lawless Plumping Lip Gloss That I’m Obsessed With As a tween in late 90s and early 00s, I’ve always admired those who could pull off a brick red or muddy brown-mauve lip. But it took me a long time to find a shade that looked decent (aka: alluring and modern, not cringey) on my…
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Hot Girl Summer: The SPF + Natural Makeup Combo You Need
A Natural Beauty Look that Embraces SPF and is ~Oily-skin Friendly~ The summer temps are here and I’m living my best *outdoorsy girl* life. Thankfully, I have a bullet-proof makeup routine centred around sun protection. So I can worry less about (additional) fine lines and more about making the most of the warm weather. Skin…