BATH & BODYWORKS // SPRING SCENTS

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I, like many others, am eagerly awaiting the arrival of springtime. I live in Southern California where the sun shines bright most days *cue Another Day of Sun from La La Land* and I still wait for the changing seasons.

All the pastel colours and bright new flowers popping up hits a part of you that creates instant happiness. I always yearned for Spring in New York & February was always the gloomiest, yuckiest, most blegh month that seemed to go on forever. There were times I would try to trick myself into thinking it was actually not as freezing cold out but that clearly never worked.

Flash-forward to now and even with the beautiful days of sunshine I'm still thinking of those new Spring days. Which is probably what got me to walk in to Bath & Bodyworks to look at all their new candles!

BATH AND BODYWORKS FAVORITES

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BATH & BODYWORKS FAVORITES


As cliché as it may be I am such a sucker for Bath & Bodyworks products. It's funny that this company has literally been around for so many years and still comes out with such successful products. The candles are honestly unlike any other candle I've ever had. So, naturally, when my favorite time of the year rolls around I am equally as excited for the B&B Christmas Range. 

Here are a few of my current favorites from the Christmas line!

Flirting with February: My Top Gift Ideas for Valentines Day

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Happy February to all! January is finally over (anyone else feel like it was the longest month ever?) and we are quickly approaching probably one of the most controversial days of the year - Valentine's Day. Now I will say I have never been a huge lover of Valentine's Day because I think we should show our loved ones everyday how special they are. There shouldn't be one day that you are required to buy gifts in order to show your affection.
Recently, however, I have had a small change of heart. What's wrong with buying a dozen roses, a box of chocolates, going out to a nice dinner, and sitting amongst people who are also sharing their love. And I also don't think that Valentine's day is meant only for couples. Last year my friends and I all had a huge Valentine's day photo shoot and then threw a party after. It was so much fun and, although the party ended up getting a bit out of hand, it was the first Valentine's day that I didn't bash or loathe.
So with that said here are some of my top gifts for the special ladies in your life!

PJ Salvage Print Pajamas
S'well 'Hand Painted Satin Collection' Water Bottle
Japanese Cherry Blossom Gift Set - Bath & Body Works

AEO Statement Sunglasses
Contemporary Crinkled Gauze Top - Forever 21

Also wanted to mention that BH Cosmetics is having a great Valentine's day sale and it ends in like 18 hours to go go go!
I hope these inspire you all and here's to a new month! xoxo Sam








Holiday Gift Guide When You Have A Small Budget

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I love. Let me emphasize more... I LOVE holiday gift guides. There is a pretty large portion of my day that is devoted to going on Pinterest and just perusing through the plethora of Gift Guides for any occasion really. So I decided, why not make one myself? And further more, why not make one I can actually afford. Life gets expensive and the holidays can add some major stress to your bank account. But you shouldn't be sweating about not being able to buy your friends and loved ones expensive and amazing gifts. As the old saying goes: It's the thought that counts.
I am well-known in my house to get people things that I would want... I'm working on it okay! But I think it goes beyond that. I mean I think we all kind of get people the things we want as a way of saying,  here...you take it. JUST TAKE IT!
I'm only joking... So without further ado here is a short holiday gift guide for all my fellow scrooges out there!



Gift #1: Essential Acrylic Makeup Organizer - BH Cosmetics - $16.00
I really like how affordable BH Cosmetics is (honestly I feel like this is how much all makeup should cost). This makeup organizer would be completely awesome for your girl friends or women family members who have an appreciation for organization and beauty. How nice is it to have all your makeup presented in an orderly space while also being able to see it all at once! You can find this here.

Gift #2: Josie Maran Whimsical Wonder Argan Oil Color Essentials - $34.00
I feel as though this would be a gift that almost every woman in my family would appreciate. It doesn't force you to be a makeup lover to appreciate natural oils and other products that do wonders for you skin and face. You can find this here.

Gift #3: Bath & Body Works Scentportable Refills: 4 for $10

I think these are just brilliant! They have all of your favorite bath and body works scents but made for portable use. Now you can be jamming out to the tunes in your car while smelling the scent of twisted peppermint or frosted cranberry. And not to mention how adorable the covers are! You can find this here

Gift #4: Minted Wintry Gold Foil-Pressed Paper Ornaments - $6
I feel like parents are always the one's getting other adults ornaments for christmas. And I feel like I finally understand why! It serves as a memory of the year it was given to you. Every time someone decorates their tree they'll hang your ornament and remember you. Is it useful? Not really. But it's a memory and these foil pressed ornaments are so gorgeous I would plan my entire tree theme around them. You can find this here.

Gift #5: American Eagle Cozy Socks - One Set: $12.95
I made a joke on my twitter page the other day saying I could only afford to get people socks or chapstick this year. But honestly I think socks are a great gift. Especially the fuzzy cozy socks! Because now every time someone is snuggled by the fire with their warm sockies on they can thank you. American Eagle has some really adorable sets this year. Heck why not buy them all! You can buy these here

So this concludes the holiday gift guide! Hope you enjoyed it and that your holidays are filled with happy memories, lots of laughs, and most important surrounded by love. 
xoxo Sam 

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