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Friday, July 31, 2020

Friday Favorites and Happenings

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I can't believe we are at the last day of July. And the fact that we have been quarantined for 20 weeks now. How is that even possible? I feel like our world has completely changed and I am not sure how it will ever go back, but I really do we start to go that way soon. Slowly bring things back to a new normal.

This Sunday is my birthday and I never thought I would say that I would be celebrating it during the quarantine. Rory's birthday was during the beginning of the pandemic and I thought that it sucked that he had to celebrate it the way he did. And I thought that this would be long over before my birthday. But here we are and now I am celebrating my birthday during the pandemic. Crazy times.

Onto Friday Favorites and Happenings.

ONE. Last weekend I went to the outdoor mall to get some new candles from Bath and Body Works since they were having a huge candle sale. But then I went two stores down and went into Loft. They were having a mega sale on everything. Shirts and shorts were $12.99 each. I grabbed these shorts and this tank. But in different colors. They are sold out of the colors I got online.
Loft Square Neck Peplum Shell
TWO. I went into American Eagle on this same shopping trip and they had so many Summer items on clearance and a few items that had been returned. I had seen this long sleeve henley online and wanted to buy one, but never did. I always wait for free shipping. But someone had returned one in stores, so I tried it on and it was amazing. It has thumb holes, covers your booty, is super soft and oversized. I got an xs and now I want more colors. This shirt will be worn on repeat this Fall and Winter.
AE Offline Ribbed Henley Tee

THREE. This is sort of random, but for Christmas Rory gave me athletic socks. I wore the same socks to the gym for years. I would only throw them away when they got holes. I mentioned a few times how I needed new ones, but never bought any. It isn't something fun to buy, so I never bought them. 

Anyways, he got me Under Armour no show socks and these are amazing. They are comfy, not bulky, they don't bunch up in my shoes and are perfect for working out. I LOVE them. He bought me a six back and I recently bought more. That is how great they are. If you need new running/working out socks, get these. 
Under Armour No Show Women's Socks

FOUR. At my last hair color/cut, my stylist used a new product on me and then gave me a sample. I LOVED it so much that I bought a full bottle of it. It is designed for fine to medium hair. It adds shine, smooths your hair (no frizz) and it moisturizes your hair. Since using it, I get a lot of compliments on my hair and how healthy and bright it looks. It isn't cheap, but this bottle will last you forever.
Oribe Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream
You can buy here and here.

FIVE. Weekly funnies.

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24 comments :

  1. I actually won that Oribe cream in a giveaway once and it was incredible! Those are some great finds / scores you got this week! Here's to a great weekend for you guys! xo, Biana BlovedBoston

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    1. It really is incredible. And you are lucky since that bottle is $52 for the full size. Have a great weekend! And happy early birthday to Sophia!

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  2. Love that long sleeve shirt! We've almost all had our birthdays in quarantine - mine is in November, do we think it will be better by then? I don't...

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    1. I really hope it is better by then, but I won't be holding my breath.

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  3. I do not like bulky socks either! Those are perfect. I hope you have the sweetest birthday my friend! My birthday inquarantine actually ended up being even better than a regular birthday and I hope yours does too! xo

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    1. I really hope mine does too. The socks are the best and there is nothing like a new pair of socks! Have a great weekend!

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  4. Oh, I love that tank. I cannot help but LOVE anything peplum. It's just so feminine and flirty!! I'm actually needing some new socks so I will check these out. I feel like I've been wearing athletic shoes more and more because of quarantine and all of the walks and exercising we've been doing, so I'll add these to my list!

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    1. Me too. They are always so fun and cute. Those socks are a huge win. I love them and they don't fall down or scrunch up. Have a great weekend!

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  5. I need to try Oribe. Happy weekend

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    1. It is amazing on most people's hair. I LOVE it. Have a great weekend!

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  6. I need to check out that Oribe cream!! I have tried something else from them and liked it. I need to get some new workout socks. Mine have been driving me insane. Happy Birthday weekend! I cant believe us August birthdays are celebrating in quarantine still! It seems crazy to me.

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    1. It is soo crazy to me. But here we are. I love those socks. Worth it completely. I like Oribe, but they are just so pricey.

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  7. Ooooh I hadn't tried those Under Armour socks! I usually buy Balega, but they are SO EXPENSIVE - like $15 a pair! I'll need to check these out!

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    1. Oh wow, these are a better price for sure and I love them. I have never used Balega before though.

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  8. Ah very inspiring and helpful and that tweet! thanks for posting :)

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  9. I totally missed that sale on those candles. Saw on IG everyone who snagged up on the deals

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    1. It was a good deal. I only get them when they are on sale.

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  10. I absolutely need that cozy looking top for fall! And that meme made me lol -- so true!

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    1. Right? I am all about the comfort and all things cozy!

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  11. Those Under Armour socks would be perfect for me for work! I'm so sad July is over and soon it won't be Summer anymore soon. :(

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    1. I am sad that summer is dwindling down. I hate to see it go away and then for it to be winter again.

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