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Gabrielle Arruda

10 Affordable Beauty Alternatives to these Sephora Top-Rated Products

The empire that is Sephora is known by every beauty lover and skincare aficionado. And let’s be honest you probably have a beauty rewards point collection that could put your bank account to shame. So let’s talk about Sephora’s top ten products right now.  These are the most highly sought after, most effective, and most …

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Budget-friendly Summer Capsule Wardrobe 2020

Summer is here, and while summer 202 might not be filled with exotic vacations and large social parties, it should still be embraced. And your summer wardrobe is key to making the most of the hot weather and small gathering events. A budget-friendly summer capsule wardrobe for 2020, is the EASIEST cheat sheet to always …

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The 6 Swimwear Trends Summer 2020 you need to know about

Summer 2020 has not exactly gone according to plans.  But, it’s not over and this is the perfect opportunity to head to the beach with friends in your cutest swimsuits. Swimsuit trends summer 2020 are varied and there is something for everyone.  So if you haven’t been getting your hot girl summer body on, don’t …

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Sweatshorts solve all your fashion problems, here’s how to wear them

What the heck is the sweatshorts trend, you ask. Sweatshorts have found their place among our closets, and I’m just as surprised as you are.  In fact, prior to writing this and buying my own pair, I was uncertain “sweatshort” was even a word.  And spellcheck seems to similarly question the actual existence of sweatshorts. …

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What should I wear to a protest? + Protest Safety Best Practices

I don’t know about you but boy, has my heart been hurting this week. I’ve been appalled by the behaviors and ignorant viewpoints of so many Americans and an overwhelming sadness about George Floyd and race issues in America.  The reality is that I’m a white girl from a middle-class family that has had every …

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9 tips to look expensive, and all the things to AVOID!

Let’s face it, we all want to look classy and expensive.  While some expensive fashion items scream wealth and others scream individuality, I am here to tell you (no, show you!) that looking expensive on a budget is possible is not at all dependent on your wardrobe budget. I firmly believe fashion is a unique …

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What you need to master Parisian Summer Style

Parisian fashion is probably the most sought after style out there. Style icons just seem to be born in France, with their effortless fashion and tousled hair, probably eating a croissant on the sidewalks in the 6th arrondissement and not gaining a single pound.  Is it fair, no… But, we can do our best to …

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How to Master the Model Off Duty Look : 7 Items you need

It seems like every time you open Instagram or peruse a fashion site, there are some familiar faces. Emrata (Emily Ratajkowski), Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and now even Hailey Bieber.  They just seem to show up on our screens, looking effortlessly chic in…. wait, basic pieces? We see them in ballgowns at the Met Gala, …

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The Ultimate Guide: How to Build A Wardrobe From Scratch

How to build a wardrobe from scratch: Everything you need to know about crafting the ultimate chic wardrobe and the perfect foundation for stylish outfits.  I bet I know how you feel about your wardrobe. It’s like when you’re cooking a new recipe and you make what you think is a small mistake, but somehow …

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