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December 9, 2019

Top Beauty Gift Ideas for the Beauty Guru

Can you believe that we’re only 2.5 weeks away from Christmas? I definitely can’t! Admittedly, I’ve procrastinated this year, and I am just now starting the bulk of my shopping. You would think that a person who puts gift guides together as part of her job would knock out her holiday shopping pretty fast, right? Welp, sadly that’s not the case!

Procrastination aside, I’ve been looking forward to this beauty gift ideas guide for a while. I’ve had the chance to try out a ton of beauty products this year, and I wanted to round up the favorites that I think would make for the perfect beauty gift ideas. Tom surprised me with a Nume Curling Wand Set last Christmas, and it has been in heavy rotation ever since. I love that it came with multiple barrels, and it heats up incredibly fast, and I’ve been able to travel with it and use it internationally without any issues. I use the 1″ barrel the most if you only have the budget for one barrel instead of the full set.
 
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December 8, 2019

Women-Owned Small Businesses to Support This Holiday Season

Best Small Businesses to Shop during the Holidays | Free People My Only Sunshine Sweater, Roots Cabin Collection

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Who run the world? Girls.

I’ve gotten to mix and mingle with a lot of female, small-business owners in the eight years that I’ve been blogging. Technically, I’m a small business owner myself, so I know how it feels when someone supports you and your brand. Every single sale, social media share, or recommendation to a friend means the world! After all, when you support a small business, you’re supporting a dream.

If you’re looking to shop small this holiday season (and beyond!), here are a few of my favorite female-owned small businesses that carry some incredible gifts.
 
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December 7, 2019

Holiday Gift Guide: 17 Travel Gift Ideas

Blogger Alicia Tenise shares her favorite gift picks for travelers - Holiday Gift Guide: Travel Gift Ideas by Washington DC travel blogger Alicia Tenise

After a whirlwind year of travel, these travel gift ideas really speaks to my heart this year! In 2019, I’ve spent more time on the road than I have at home, and I’ve learned a thing or two about the best travel gear. Today’s gift guide has some travel gift ideas for the traveler who’s always on a plane or a train. 
 
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