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Rellery- Made With Meaning

When it comes to wearing jewelry, I really only put it on for shoots or weekends when I go out. Durning the week, I am in too much of a rush to decide what earrings to wear with an outfit, or if a choker would match.

When I do wear jewelry on more casual occasions, I love to wear rings! They are my go-to. Since rings are the accessory I wear most, I really like to wear ones made from high quality materials.

#RelleryPartner When Rellery reached out about a collab, I was so excited! All their jewelry is stunning! Their rings are made from high quality material like Sterling Sliver, 18K Gold, 14K Solid Gold, and 14K Solid Rose Gold. I also love dainty jewelry, and theirs is just that! Simple, beautiful, and perfect! The rings are so light weight and great for everyday wear.

Rellery makes their jewelry to order. All their jewelry is ethically made and sold directly to the customer. So you get expert craftsmanship at a fair price. Their rings are made with meaning. A more personal approach to jewelry.

Rellery gifted me a ring from their Personalized Collection. I couldn’t wait to make it my own.

“Vivere”.

A simple word, with a beautiful meaning. Vivere means “to live” in Italian. I tend to be one who sweats the small stuff. With my Grammy being sick, this felt like the perfect word for me. To remind myself life is short, so take risks. Do the things you may not want to do. Savor every moment, just live.

Crafted with love in NYC, this pretty collection makes for a great, personalized gift. Check out Rellery here!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

N-Sale: Public Access Shop

Hi beautiful people! The day you have eagerly been awaiting is here! By now, I’m sure you are all probably so sick of hearing about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. That’s probably because every blogger has been talking about it. But now it’s your chance to join in on the fun (if you did not have Early Access)!

Some items have been restocked from Early Access, but not all are going to be. I will update links throughout the next week or so. Until then, happy shopping!

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Amazon Prime Day Tips

Prime Day is Amazon’s biggest global shopping event held exclusively for Prime Members. 

When is Prime Day?

Alexa, when’s Prime Day?

Prime Day starts Monday, July 15th at 3:00am EST (12am PST) and runs through Tuesday, July 16th. It will run for 48 hours, which is the longest Prime Day to date! Yay!

What to Expect

Prime Day is comparative to Black Friday. Expect to shop hundreds of thousands of items. This year will feature more than 1 million deals world wide! Like, woah baby! Items like smart TV’s, fire sticks, Apple iPads, Ring Video Doorbell, Echo Dot, 23andMe DNA Test, and Instant Pot will have major savings.

Other non-tech items like food, apparel and home goods will be on sale too.

Do You Have to have Prime to Shop?

Yes! Prime Day is basically like a “thank you” to their Prime Members. You have to have a Prime account (or borrow your family or friends) to gain access to this sale.

But, its not too late to get yours! If you’re not a Prime Member, you can totally sign up for FREE for 30 days! Weee! Sign up now so you can shop these exclusive deals!

If you’re a college student, you can get a discounted Prime Membership! After your trial, Prime Student is only $6.49 a month. Get Prime Student!

 Prime Day starts in just a few hours, so be sure to start a Wish List of items you are looking for. Also, be sure to check out Early Access deals! Currently, there is major savings on Amazon devises, like Alexa.

Stay tuned for a post tomorrow with my fave deals!

xx Courtney

Fashion, Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

N-Sale Early Access- Shop

Hey babes! It’s currently 12:30pm on July 12th! Early Access just became live, yay! I have rounded up my favorite pieces, some items I purchased, and things I know will sell out fast due to popularity.

I want to take a moment to truly thank you so much for using my links. It helps me gain more traction to my site and helps me see what you like so I can be a better resource. I get a tiny commission at NO (zero, none, zippo) extra cost to you! And the best part? I’ve found all the links for you. Just simply click!

As a reminder: if you do not have Early Access (Nordstrom credit card or debit card) you cannot shop these looks until the 19th! But, I totally got you babes! I’ll have an updated post available with items still in stock come then.

Without further ado, let the shopping commence!!

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Fashion, Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

The N-Sale 2019- Let’s Prep

The motherlode of all sales is approaching! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (aka #nsale) is right around the corner, yay! I’m here to break it down into basics for all of you babes! This isn’t just a sale for women. Men should definitely get in on the action too!

What Is It

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is Nordstrom’s BIGGEST sale of the year. Why should you care? Well, unlike other sales that usually mark down end of season items, this sale has NEW/JUST LAUNCHED ITEMS! This sale is usually full of pieces for Fall (Fall 2019). This is a great time to get the items you will want with the deals happening now. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale will have brands like Tory Burch, Top Shop, Nike, Madewell, 1.STATE, Rebecca Minkoff and so much more for up to 70% off! That is not a typo! You know I am all about affordable fashion, so this is my opportunity to get well-known brands discounted. The sale will take place both online and in-stores.

When Does It Start

Early Access: Friday, July 12th-Thursday July 18th

Opens To the Public: Friday, July 19th-Sunday. August 4th

Preparation

When I say items will sell out fast, I am not exaggerating. I do not get any sort of commission for telling you how to prepare. I honestly think it’s such a good sale. It’s comparative to Black Friday or Cyber Monday. It’s better than any Christmas in July! Last year was my first time having early access, and thank god I did! In the Early Access phase, items were selling out like nobody’s business. I highly suggest getting Early Access.

To get Early Access, you need to be a Nordstrom card holder. Only card holders will gain access on July 12th.  It is super easy to sign up! Keep in mind, you do not have to use your Nordstrom card to make purchases, you just need it to gain access. There are 2 types of card you can choose from too. I just got the basic rewards card. If you want Early Access, apply for a Nordstrom card NOW!

My next piece of advice is to create a list of items you want to shop for, aka “Wish List”. For me, I know I am looking for fall staples. I always get a nice pair of booties, sweaters, basic t-shirts, and some jeans (distressed & non-distressed, high-waited for sure). I will be on the hunt for a designer purse, everyday tops, leggings and casual dresses. Last year, I hit big with jeans and athleisure wear (Zella).

My last tip for you is act first, think later! Nordstrom has a great return policy. If you don’t know if you will like it, order it. If you are unsure of a size, get both. You can return what you don’t like or need. But if you wait (especially on popular items), they will sell out. Don’t bet on your items being restocked. Random things get restocked but last year I found it was only on a few of my “Wish List” items, and it was mostly due to returns.

Nordstrom has some of the best customer service. They offer free shipping and returns. Last year I was unsure if I would be a small or medium in these leggings and guess what, they SOLD OUT. I snagged a small but I wish I sized up. The rest of the sale I ordered two sizes in items I was only unsure on. I returned what didn’t fit, or both if I didn’t like it. This is another reason why the card comes in handy.

There you have it! You can get a sneak peak at the catalog and start making your list! Click here!

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Upgrade Your Hair- R+Co

Haircare isn’t always just about the product, it’s about the experience. When it comes to R+Co, they definitely embody that. Their packaging and fragrances were designed to enhance that experience and evoke a feeling, place, style or attitude.

I’ll be the first to admit that when it comes to shampoo and conditioner, I definitely “judge a book by it’s cover”. Attractive packaging plays a huge part in my motive to purchase.

When R+Co reached out to me about doing a collaboration, I knew I had to jump on this opportunity. You babes know I am a real one for honest reviews. Here’s mine!

The packaging! It is literally artwork in itself. The sleek bottles give you a luxury experience. My only negative feedback would be the bottles are somewhat small.

When it comes to scent, I typically gravitate toward fruity or perfume tones (think brands like amika and Moroccan Oil). R+Co has such a clean smell. The aroma is consistent with that of earthy tones like green tea, sea grass, lemon and tangerine. When I first used the shampoo and conditioner, I was unsure if I liked it. Once my hair was dry, I found it to smell absolutely amazing!

Cruelty-free beauty has become really important to me lately. R+Co’s products thankfully fall into this category. They are formulated without parabens, sulfates (SLS or SLES), mineral oil and petrolatum. They are all vegetarian, cruelty-free, gluten-free and color-safe.

The actual shampoo and conditioner work really well. When I first tried the shampoo, my hair felt dry in the shower. Once I used the conditioner though, my hair became so silky smooth! I don’t even need to use detangled once I am out of the shower. My wet brush alone does the trick!

The one thing that I struggle to get on board with is the price. This definitely is a luxury, or salon style brand. The price point is $28-32 per a bottle. The bottles are 8.5 oz. For me, if the product is worth the price, I will spurge. R+Co is worth it!

So, what are you waiting for?! Upgrade your hair today!

*These products were gifted to me by R+Co. The above words are my own opinion.