3/18/21

Organic Skincare | Glow by JS47 Canadian Brand | Review

 Hello lovelies,

   With all of the time that I have been spending at home the past year, skincare has been of the utmost importance. I have been focusing more on using natural and organic products and dedicating more time to my self-care routine. Having a solid skincare and self-care routine has allowed me time to be more centered, calm and less anxious, plus my skin looks and feels amazing! 

  I was recently introduced to a new organic skincare brand that is not only female owned but also Canadian, which is not that common to come by, so I was very excited to partner with them and try their products. GlowbyJS47 offers a range of products that can be used on your body, face and hair. All of their products are organic and contain ingredients that you can actually read. Their products are for everyone - men, women and children, which I love as I am also able to use them on my kids who all have sensitive skin. 

Here are the products that I have tried from GlowbyJS47 and my favourite benefits of each:


Shea Butter and Olive Oil Moisturizer

The texture of the Shea Butter and Olive Oil Moisturizer is hard as it is cold pressed, however it melts into your skin. I use this as an overall body moisturizer and on the ends of my hair. It has a light smell that is not at all too strong, which is perfect for those who are sensitive to smell. All three of my kids get eczema and when they have flare ups, this is my go-to product. I put it on my kids skin before they go to bed and their skin is clear by morning.

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Shea Butter and Lemon Moisturizer

Similar to the above moisturizer, the Shea Butter and Lemon Moisturizer is a cold pressed product. With the addition of lemon, this moisturizer is packed full of vitamin C and it also offers a light exfoliant. I love using this moisturizer of my face after I do any treatments, as the vitamin C helps with cell turnover and provides anti-aging benefits. I also use it on my body where I have stretch marks and it has greatly helped to soften the texture of my skin and aid it the reduced appearance of some of my street hair marks. 

Organic skincare | Cold Pressed Shea Butter Lemon Face Moistuizer | Canadian Blogger | Beauty Blogger | Style Blogger | Toronto Blogger


Carrot Oil Face Serum

The Carrot Oil Serum is by far one of my favourites. During the winter months I have had some hormonal breakouts and this face serum combined with the Lemon Moisturizer, have both drastically helped to clear up my skin. Carrot oil has antibacterial, antifungal and and anti-inflammatory benefits that directly help to heal and prevent acne. The serum is not too thick and has a light smell to it. A little goes a long with this product. 

Organic skincare | Carrot Oil Face Serum | Canadian Blogger | Beauty Blogger | Style Blogger | Toronto Blogger


Balanite Oil Face Serum

The Balanite Oil Face Serum helps to soften textured skin, while also providing intense moisture, as it is extremely absorbable, allowing into to penetrate into the dream levels of the skin. This oil contains linolic acid and oldie acid, as well as a natural steroid diosgenin which helps heal acne and acne scarring, which is also something that I was dealing heavily with during the winter months. 

Organic skincare | Balanite Face Serum | Canadian Blogger | Beauty Blogger | Style Blogger | Toronto Blogger



Organic skincare products are usually offered at a much higher price range, but this entire line from GlowbyJS47 is incredibly affordable. All of their skincare products are under $30 and the amount of product that you get, especially with the Shea Butter Moisturizers is incredible. I cannot rave about their products enough. The fact that their products are clean, organic and safe to use on my kids is a huge plus. The effectiveness of their products and how quickly they have changed the appearance of my skin is another bonus. With some other product lines, you have to commit to only using their brand for 3+ months until you see a noticeable difference and that is not the case with the GlowbyJS47 product line. I noticed a difference in both the appearance and texture of my skin within DAYS of using their products. I also still continue to use some of my favourite products from other brands (toners, treatments, eye creams etc..) and it has not disrupted their effectiveness in any way. 

If you are looking for a new skincare brand that is organic, Canadian and female owned, then I highly recommend you try out the GlowbyJS47 product line. They also offer skincare packages under $40 that would make the perfect gift for a girlfriend, sister or even for your mom. Giving the gift of skincare is also giving the gift of self-care and every man and woman deserves to have some self-care time.


Thank you so much for reading. I hope that you all enjoyed this post and if you try our any of their products, leave me a comment below and let me know your favs.

xoxo
annpaige



*Disclaimer
This post was sponsored by GlowbyJS47. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not paid to write a false or positive review. 


3/1/21

Swipe Your Look | Review | A New Way to Shop Online

Hello lovelies,

  If you are an avid mall goer and shopper like me, then you miss going into stores and trying on the latest fashion and styles.  Depending on where you live in the world and with everything going on, shopping and trying on clothes may not be something that is even possible right now. This is why I am so excited to share a new way to shop with Swipe Your Look

  Swipe Your Look is a new website that allows you to rate clothing and accessory styles just like Tinder - it is like a dating website, but for clothes - by answering a few questions and literally swiping to choose your favourite styles. After you have finished swiping through and choosing styles that you like or don’t like, you are then mailed a curated box of 5 clothing and accessory items just for you. With over 150+ brands, believe me when I say that you will absolutely love the style selections that they have to offer. 

  Once you have received your box, you have 10 days to try on and style your items to decide which pieces you want to keep. You can keep one item or you can keep all 5 of the items that you are sent. The best part is that you only pay for what you keep. An amazing thing that Swipe Your Look offers, is price matching. If you find a lower price for one of the items that you receive, they will match the price. There are no upfront or subscription costs. You choose the frequency of how often you want to receive your boxes and you pay a $20 deposit that you can then use towards the payment of the items that you decide to keep. Which ever items you choose not to keep you can ship back for free. Swipe Your Look has so graciously sponsored this post and is offering a $15 discount off your first deposit when you use my code “MELANIE15”, 

  I am so excited to show you all of the items I received and I cannot wait for you all to try out the service for yourselves. Once you do, I know that you will love Swipe Your Look as much as I do.

Top shop cardigan beige and black polka dot | Anne Klein gold bangles | Fedora hat | Spanx faux leather leggings | Canadian Blogger | Fashion Blogger

Denim Chambray Top | Style & Co. | London Fog Scarf | Anne Klein gold bangles | Spanx Faux Leather Leggings | Canadian blogger | Toronto Blogger | Fashion Blogger

London Fog Scarf | Style & Co Denim Chambray Button Up Top | Anne Klein gold bangles |Rebecca Minkoff earrings | Top Shop Cardigan Beige and black polka dots | Canadian blogger | Toronto Blogger | Fashion blogger

Cardigan: Top Shop

Chambray Top: Style & Co.

Scarf: London Fog

Bracelets: Anne Klein

Earrings: Rebecca Minkoff 


  I am literally obsessed with each piece that was sent to me, I only sent back two items. I sent back the bracelets, although I loved them, they were a bit too small and I also sent back the earrings, just because I know that I won’t wear them that often. To see my try on haul be use to check out my video on Instagram.

Start swiping with Swipe Your Look to find your new favourite items and try them on in the comfort of your own home. Don’t forget to use code “MELANIE15” in order to save $15 off your first deposit. 

I hope that you all enjoyed this post and if you have tried Swipe Your Look, let me know your thoughts in the comments. Also, let me know which piece is your fav.


xoxo,

annpaige



*Disclaimer - Although I did receive the items from Swipe Your Look for free, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not paid to write a positive review. 



9/16/20

STRONGER | Women’s Activewear & Lifestyle Brand | Review

Hello lovelies,

It has been quite a since my last post and I want to be more consistent and commit myself to doing at least one post a month! If you do want to follow me however, check out my Instagram, as I post on there almost every day. 

On to today’s post, about an activewear/lifestyle brand for women that I was just recently introduced to - STRONGER.

STRONGER is a lifestyle brand based out of Sweden that empowers women to feel strong, beautiful and confident. Their pieces and designs are inspired by the changes that women experience throughout their lives that lead us to live our most active and confident lives. Their motto is “If you are the strongest version of yourself in every facet of your life, you will look as beautiful as you feel.”

The first thing that I want to talk about is their packaging, all items come in an individually sealed bag that is reusable, vs plastic that needs to be thrown out. 

I was also very happy with the quality of both items. The leggings are squat test approved and they have a high-waisted fit. Both pieces feel amazing on, have great flexibility and feel incredibly durable. As for sizing, I do recommend that if you are in between sizes to go up one, as they do fit on the small side.

Stronger active wear | roar leggings | Cush hoodie | Swedish clothing label | Women’s Activewear | Canadian Blogger | Fashion Blogger
edish clothing label | Women’s Activewear | Canadian Blogger | Fashion Blogger

I am wearing the Roar leggings and the Cush hoodie in olive. Both pieces are super comfortable and I love that they can be worn casual as well. 

If you want to check out STRONGER for yourself, which I highly recommend, as they have so many gorgeous styles to choose from, you can save 20% off with the code “annpaige20”.

ThanK you as always for reading my post. As mentioned above follow me on Instagram for daily updates on life, beauty and fashion. You can also follow me on LIKETOKNOW.IT to see outfits and decor inspo!


*Disclaimer
The items that I am showing were gifted to me, however this post is in no way sponsored and all opinions are my own.


Until next time,

xoxo 
annpaige 




10/31/19

Finesse Silver Beauty Shampoo & Conditioner - Blonde & Silver Hair | Review

Hello Lovelies,

As most of you know I have platinum blonde hair and I do not go to a salon, I do my own hair and have for many years. I originally went platinum blonde about 7 years ago and I shared my journey (read about it here) featuring the steps I took and the products I used. Over the years I have found products that are my favourite and that I always go back to. With that said, I am always on the look out for new products to try that will help me achieve and maintain the results that I want. Whether it be products to help make my hair healthier and stronger, or products that help protect and maintain my colour. 

I have literally tried almost every purple/blue shampoo on the market, from drugstore to salon brands which is why I was excited to try out a new brand that I have never used before. I was recently given the opportunity to try out Finesse's Silver beauty shampoo and conditioner and I am going to share my thoughts on both products with you all.

To give a little background on my hair - My hair is blonde and I do not like golden tones in my hair, so the lighter I can go and the less yellow/orange my hair looks the better. I only tone my hair when I do my roots, which is roughly every 4-6 weeks. So, to manage my colour, purple shampoo and at times manicpanic are two go to products. 

Product Claims:
Restores softness and tones down yellowness. Specially formulated for the unique needs of grey/platinum hair. 


Results:
I have used both the shampoo and conditioner for he past month now and I must say that I am pretty impressed. I noticed a difference after one use. After using both products together my hair is definitely less orange and it feels really soft to the touch and bouncy.
Some purple shampoos will tint your hair when you leave it on for too long (at times I intentionally want the tint), however the Finesse shampoo and conditioner will not turn your hair purple, it just helps to tone down the orange and yellow tones that generally accompany blonde and silver hair. 


Finesse Silver Beauty Shampoo Conditioner | Platinum Blonde Hair | Purple Shampoo | Canadian Blogger


For the value, the Finesse Silver Beauty line is definitely worth trying if you are blonde or if you want to tone down your grey/silver hair. 
If you want a shampoo that will tint your hair, then this is not the one for you.

Rating:
4/5

Would I recommend this line?
Yes, I highly recommend trying out both products and for the price you cannot go wrong!
One thing to mention about both products is that they do have a distinct fragrant smell. 

Let me know if you have tried the Finesse Silver Beauty and what your thoughts are!

Thank you so much for reading my review. If you have products that you are interested in hearing about or want me to revie, leave me a comment a below.

Be sure to stay and touch and follow me on Facebook and Instagram if you are not already.


Until next time....


xoxo
annpaige

6/3/19

How I am dealing with Post Partum Anxiety

Hello lovelies,


I have always had mild anxiety ever since I was a teenager. Overthinking things. Wondering "what if I did that" or "what if I said this instead". It was never an issue, it was always something I dealt with and for me, it was my "normal". 

Fast forward to having my first child and finding my new "normal" as a mother was hard, because I dealt with pretty severe PPA and never told anyone, not even my husband. After my first pregnancy, my anxiety was something I truly suffered with, especially social anxiety. My mind would conjure up the worst what if's possible and it got so bad that I could hardly even speak to my own friends and family without turning red and shaking with anxiousness. I never went on medication and it did start to get noticeably better after I went back to work at 8 months post-partum. For the most part it was gone after less than a year PP. 


Fast forward to me getting pregnant a second time and this time with twins, I told my husband everything. I wanted to be "prepared" this time and I also wanted him to know the signs and what to watch out for on my behalf. Being pregnant with twins, literally does mean double the hormones, which this time in my case, also meant double the anxiety. My PPA came much later than it did with my first, however it was still prevalent early on in different ways. I became very irritable and impatient in the beginning and then around 10 months PP it turned into anxiousness, nausea, and severe irritability.  


I am not the type of person to go on medication, I like to deal with things internally and through mindfulness. Being a mother of three (and twins) is definitely a challenge at times. Add my hectic work schedule and having a life on top of it all, while still dealing with PPA (15 months PP), I have come to accept many things. I have also come to accept the fact that I do need to have more me time and also be open to trying new things. With that being said, taking ownership in the fact that anxiety is now a part of my new "normal", I have been on the look out for natural products to help relieve my stress on a day to day basis - for when it can all get a little too overwhelming. 



I recently stumbled upon Birch + Fog on Instagram and they were kind enough to send me some products to try out. I picked out some of their edibles that are infused with CBD (cannabidiol) and if you know me, you would know that of course I picked their EP Simply CBD Dark Chocolate and their Simply Jane Double Dose Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup. CBD is an all-natural cannabis compound that provides all of the medicinal benefits of cannabis without the feeling of being “high”. In fact, CBD can actually counter-balance the effects of THC, which makes it a great tool for re-stabilizing your consciousness after a night of fun, or in my case, a night of work from home and crazy kids  who don't like too sleep. 



Whenever I am feeling anxious at work or if I want to wind down at the end of the day, one square from the bar, or a bite from the peanut butter cup does the trick.

If you want to try out products from Birch + Fog be sure to use my promo code "annpaige" at checkout to SAVE $20 off your purchase!
They offer a wide range of other CBD products, as well as oils for headache and menstrual cramp relief (also a new fav product of mine!), to THC and hemp products. Also be sure to check out their skin care and bath bombs too!

In addition to trying out CBD products, I also practice deep breathing and never leave the house without my mala bracelets. Collectively they are all really helping me to live with and manage my anxiety. If you too are dealing with anxiety, just know that you are not alone. Let those closest to you know what you are going through, so that they can be aware and also help you find the right tools that work for you.

I hope that this post has been helpful to any other mommas out there who are also coping with PPA or just anyone in general who is living with anxiety.

Thank you so much for reading this post and comment below if you have any tips or favourite products that help you relieve stress and anxiety.

Until next time....

xoxo
annpaige

5/18/19

Father's Day Gift Guide & Giveaway

Hello lovelies,

Father’s day is soon approaching and who else finds themselves scrambling within the week to find the right gift for their husband or Father? This year I am going to avoid the last minute dive by shopping ahead. With that said I wanted to share a little gift guide with you all showing some of my top gift choices for dad. (All of these items are husband approved!)

You can never go wrong with cologne. As long as you know their favourite scent, this gift idea is sure to please. During Father’s day you will always be able to find gift sets that also include little accessories and counter products, such as aftershave or lotion also in their favourite scent. The great thing about getting a cologne gift set is if you go to a department store, they will wrap it for you! Super quick and easy.

Girogio Armani Fragrance Gift Set - The Bay 
Something for the handy dad, or the dad who likes to work on their car - a ratchet or tool set. Check to see what they already have and if you don’t know anything about tools, take pictures. When you go to the hardware store you can tell or show the salesperson what they already have and they will help you find something to either compliment their existing tool set or add on.

A tools set that I got for my husband a couple of years ago and that he uses all of the time is from Black & Decker. The same one is no longer available, however this is a similar drill set that any father would love and use.

Black & Decker Drill Set - Walmart

Husky Ratchet Set - The Home Depot



A classic timepiece is a great gift for any husband or dad. This is actually what I opted to get my husband for Father’s day this year. Jord has beautiful watches made of natural wood and a sapphire crystal dome. The style that I chose for my husband is the Dover automatic watch made of ebony wood and copper. A style with just the right amount of elegance and pop. I also decided to get it engraved, which adds that extra touch and truly makes it a special piece that he will remember. Luckily for you all, I have teamed up with JORD to offer a $100 gift certificate towards the gift watch of your choice to one lucky reader!
>> Enter here <<





Check out JORD’s full collection of men’s watches--to find your next gift (husband/boyfriend/dad)!  These watches and Apple bands are super unique and come in so many styles!  They look great, but are also keepsake timepieces at a very affordable prices!  The huge selection and ability to personalize makes JORD a great place to look for gifts for anyone!  Personalized engraving is available on watches as well as cedar humidor boxes.  They off generous returns and exchanges, free worldwide shipping,  along with great warranties make purchases easy : )   
See some styles below:

Apple Band Black Lima (coming soon!):

Gifting & Customer FAQ:
~Most watch backplates can be engraved! All Cedar humidor presentation boxes are engravable as well!
~The watches may be sized for the recipient
~Many watches have additional options for customization--mixing and matching faces and woods!
~Every watch comes with a one year warranty and options for return & exchange
~Free worldwide standard shipping!

Now that we have the gift down, it’s time for the last piece to pull it all together - the card. Paperless Post is my favourite way to send cards for all occasions. You can customize your card by adding a photo of a special moment with a little message and you can even customize the envelope. With thousands of templates to choose from, you are sure to find and create a card that will really show them how loved they are.

I hope that this post has been helpful and that you now have an idea of what to gift to the special dad in your life.

Let me know what gift you decide on giving in the comments and good luck to everyone who enters the giveaway!



xoxo
annpaige








4/18/19

Mad Hippie Skincare Review

Hello lovelies,


Lately, I have been on a skincare kick, trying to find the best products for my skin. I was fortunate enough to receive some products from Mad Hippie Skincare to try out and review. If you have never heard of Mad Hippie Skincare, they are a natural skincare company that is vegan and cruelty free. I strongly value and appreciate companies that are cruelty free, especially when it comes to products that I use on my face and body. 

The products that I received were the Antioxidant Facial Oil and the Hydrating Nutrient Mist. I will review them both below separately and let you know my honest opinion for each product. 




Antioxidant Facial Oil

Claims

Make peace with your inner hippie while hydrating & protecting....Our preservative-free antioxidant oil is truly the most natural way to moisturize.

My thoughts:

Full of natural oils and extracts (argan oil, camu camu, blueberry extract, buckthorn, straxberry extra, goji berry and more) and high in vitamin C, this oil definitely does moisturize. Argan Oil aids in helping reduce scars, so in addition to using this oil on my face, I have also been using it on my stretch marks. 

With this product you only need a couple of drops for your face. The first time I used it, I definitely used too much and it did leave my skin feeling oily. I recommend ensuring that you wash your face and also tone before using this product. A little goes a long way. 

I have been using the Antioxidant Facial Oil 1-2 times a week with my face roller and occasionally more on days where my face is really dry. I have also as I mentioned, been using it on my stomach and I do that 3-4 times a week. I do notice a difference in my skin on the days that I do use it - my skin doesn't feel as dry and my makeup actually stays on better too.

Will I continue to use this product?
Yes!

Do I recommend this product? 
Yes, no matter what skin type you have. 

Great value?
Totally. It is such a great price for the amount of product that you get. The fact that I can use it on more than just my face and that it is all natural is a huge win in my book. 

Cost: $24.99 / 30ml

Hydrating Nutrient Mist

Claims

Effervescent blend of antioxidants and hydrating essentials.  Leaves your skin feeling soft & supple, and ready to take on the daily stresses of modern day life.
Perfect for face, arms, neck & chest!
Made with hesperiden, sodium PCA, milk thisle, ginko biloba, pomegranate seed extract, green tea and more.

My thoughts:

When using this product, I spray it onto my face and rub it into my skin. It tightens up my skin and feels almost like a toner, which at first I thought was odd, however it is meant to be antioxidant as well, which is why green tea is one of the ingredients, and green tea does help to tighten up the skin. I leave it on for about 5-10 minutes before completing my full skin care routine. 

This product also claims to naturally lighten dark spots, however I don't have any on my face, so I can not speak to that claim. I would like to know if this is true for any of you though, if you have tried this product (comment below!) 

Will I continue to use this product?
Yes.

Do I recommend this product?
Yes, it is a great mist for every skin type, if you just need a refresh. Great for every day use as well.

Great value?
Yes. You don't need a lot when you spray the mist and if you spray it onto your hands or a cotton pad you will actually use less product. 

Cost: 19.99 / 118ml


If you have never tried Mad Hippie Skincare products, I highly recommend checking them out, as I am in love with these two products. I am excited to check out the rest of their line and try more products from them in the future. If you have tried any of their products, comment below and tell me your favourites!

Thank you so much for reading this post, I hope that you have found it helpful and if you are not yet following me on Instagram, be sure to do so right >>> here <<<


Until next time.....

xoxo
annpaige




*Discalimer 
I did receive these products for free from Mad Hippie Skincare. I was not paid to give a favourable review. All thoughts and opinions and are my own. 

3/13/19

Skincare Favourites | Beauty Review

Hello lovelies,

Being a mother of three and now also nearing 30 (yes I said 30!), I have been putting more thought into my skincare. Recently, I have started to notice a loss of elasticity under my eyes specifically. The skin under my eyes has always been more dry and this has been the case for years - so, I have always been on the lookout for a resolution to my dry under eyes.

For the past month I have found products and a skincare routine that has been working very well for me. I have noticed that my skin looks brighter & more refreshed (even with the lack of sleep that accompanies my crazy life), and the skin around my eyes is a lot more smooth. With all of that said, I am excited to share with you all what I have been using.

Skincare favourites | Younique skincare | Youology | Skincare review | rose quartz roller | shoosha oil } Canadian Blogger | Beauty Blogger





The first product is this Rose Quartz face roller. I have always had sinus issues and on the days that I use my roller I can physically feel the difference in my sinuses and in my lymph nodes. I use the roller in conjunction with a product below that I will talk more about. The coolness of the stone allows for the tightening of the skin, which at my age is now something that I need to start focusing on. I use quick strokes starting at my jaw and working upwards on my face in outward motions. I do this for about 4-5 minutes in total.
There are so many rollers out their, but I chose Rose Quartz specifically for the self love healing qualities that it promotes. Get the same one here.


Rose Quartz face roller- skincare, beauty -  Toronto fashion, beauty, lifestyle, mom blogger, Canadian


I started using this serum from Shoosha Truly Organic  on my belly and hips during pregnancy and I also would use it under my eyes and noticed a huge difference in the brightness of my skin. I now use it 2-3 times a week all over my face and also when I use my face roller. It is amazoing because it really does help to fade scars, age spots and stretch marks (my belly is proof!) and it is not in any way greasy. It leaves my skin feeling so soft and is so much more amazing than other expensive face serums that I have used in the past. 

Shoosha Rejuvenating Stretch Mark Serum -  Toronto fashion, beauty, lifestyle, mom blogger, Canadian


I received the Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic Exfoliating Toner in my February Ipsy bag and have been using it as a part of my regular skincare routine. The toner is very light and doesn't dry out my skin. I do it feel it tightening up my skin, but I don't get that burning feeling that can accompany some other toners on the market. I highly recommend trying this toner out if you are lacking lustre or just want a brighter complexion. If you are interested in Ipsy and getting customized delux samples and full size beauty products sent right to your door every month for under $20 then you should totally sign up!



Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic Exfoliating Toner - Toronto fashion, beauty, lifestyle, mom blogger, Canadian

Younique recently launched their new You.ology customizable skin care line and I was super excited to try it out. You fill out a little survey about your skin and it then recommends different boosters for your skin type to add to their base products. Out of the line my two favourite products are the face serum and night cream. The boosters I chose are for skin elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles and brightening up dull skin. I have been using both in my new routine and my skin is so much brighter and the skin around my eyes is no longer as dry and dull as it was before using this routine. I am so happy with the results thus far. For more info about their customizable skincare products click here to fill out your own skin care survey. 


Younique You ology skincare - makeup, beauty -  Toronto fashion, beauty, lifestyle, mom blogger, Canadian


Over, all I have been loving all of these products and have noticed a big difference in the way my skin looks and feels. I on't get very much sleep with three littles and a full-time job and I live off of caffeine. 


I hope that you find this post helpful/inspirational and that you too have found some new items that you want to try out. If you do try any, let me know. Also comment below with what your current skincare favs are.

If you are not yet following me on IG make sure you do for daily fashion and outfit inspo and for behind the scenes into my daily life with my three littles.

Thanks so much for reading and until next time...

xoxo
annpaige

10/30/18

Fall Fashion Wardrobe Staples

Hello lovelies,

If you have been following my blog for a while, than you will know that Fall is my absolute favourite season and time of year. Not only am I a sucker for Pumpkin Spice lattes (call me basic), but I love the cool crisp air and of course Fall fashion! If I could wear scarves, booties and sweaters all year long, while sipping on Pumpkin Spice, I would be an even happier momma then I already am.

Speaking of Fall fashion, becoming a mom has made me focus more on investing in my wardrobe. Instead of spending money on trendy styles that only last for a season, I have started to invest in staples that will last and spending less or not even bothering when it comes to fast fashion items.

Follow below for my mom style tips on pieces worth the investment!
(Giveaway near the end of the post!!!)

A Wool Jacket/Coat


Every woman needs a wool jacket. Stick to a classic colour that you will wear year after year and not get sick of.
Beige/Black/Grey

I have a few wool jackets that I have acquired through out the years. One is a classic belted military style in black, another I call my “Gossip Girl” jacket, as it is plaid and super preppy. The final style is more of a statement jacket, but still classic and goes with everything!

(similar here)

(similar here)


A Leather Jacket 


Faux or real, invest in quality. A classic moto style will ensure that your jacket will never go out of style and trust me when I say you will wear it with everything!

(similar here)



I have had mine for roughly 6 years and purchased it from Dynamite. It was not an expensive item however, it has definitely stood the stand of time thus far.


A Suede Bootie

Suede booties go with everything and can be worn with your favourite jeans, as well as with a cute skirt or dress. Just as with a wool jacket, stick to a neutral colour like beige, brown or black.
(similar here)

I purchased mine from Winners almost 8 years ago from the brand Rampage and the suede is still in amazing condition.


A Leather Belt


Belts should never be purchased just with the intent to keep your pants from falling down. A belt provides a clean polished statement to any outfit. Yes, still wear your belt with your favourite jean or trouser, but for the purpose of adding detail rather than for a poor fitted bottom.
A classic leather belt can also be used in place of a tie on a jacket and also to cinch in a loose sweater dress.
I recently purchased mine from Coach.

(same jacket from Vince here)


Faux Fur Vest


I love my faux fur vest, not only does it keep me warm, but it also adds a touch of glam to any outfit I pair it with. I like to wear mine with a loose jogger and my leather jacket It also looks great styled with a bootie and a dress for Fall.

(similar here)



I actually got mine on sale a few years ago from Dynamite and I am really impressed with the quality. It has not shed at all and still looks brand new!



A Classic Timepiece


Ever since becoming a mom I have realized more and more how fast time passes. Being able to manage and maximize my time is essential to my everyday life and ensuring that I am fully present with my kids and husband. Having a beautiful and unique watch that goes with every outfit is a must have for me and my Walnut wood & vintage rose Cassia watch from JORD is just that!
JORD watches are elegantly made with natural woods from around the world and a stunning sapphire domed face. Each piece is carefully designed to last and become an item that you will always cherish.





*GIVEAWAY*
In collaboration with this post, JORD is giving all of my readers and followers the chance to win a $100 gift certificate so, you can select a beautiful and classic wood watch for yourself or as a gift for someone special, just in time for the holiday season. All of their pieces can also be engraved, making them that much more special when gifted.

In order to enter click on the link here, fill out your name & email and select your favourite watch. All entrants will also receive a 10% off coupon code as a thank you for entering!!


Wooden Wrist Watch




What are your Fall staples that you have invested in? Comment below and share where you have purchased them from!


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Until next time...

xoxo
annpaige

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