I’m a sucker for bags. It doesn’t matter if it’s a mini crossbody, dumpling purse, or little brown bag; if it holds my stuff and looks cute doing it, sign me up. But when it comes to work, long commutes, or all-day adventures, I like to carry an oversized tote that fits everything — just like Angelina Jolie and Katie Holmes. Whether I need a water bottle, umbrella, laptop, or change of clothes, it needs to fit in one of my massive bags, and it usually does. Read More...
My cousin, a licensed cosmetologist, has long been my go-to for beauty product recommendations. Her advice is especially solid when it comes to nail care. I remember when she first recommended Seche Vite, an InStyle favorite for best quick dry top coat, which has since become my manicure must-have. She explained that it dries so fast that after she finishes polishing her nails, she can immediately pick her baby up. Anyone who’s ever done an at-home manicure knows that drying freshly polished nails requires at least 20 minutes of waving and fluttering your hands — or sitting perfectly still if you’re patient — before touching anything, let alone cuddling an infant. Read More...
I’ve always had a baby face. When I was in my teens and early 20s, all I wanted to do was look older. Now that I’m in my mid-40s, though, all I want to hear is, “Wow, I thought you were so much younger!” While my genetics have blessed me with youthful skin, I am still always in search of products that will keep the Fountain of Youth flowing as long as possible—which is where CoverGirl’s Simply Ageless Anti-Aging Foundation Primer comes into play. Read More...
