My sister asked me to accompany her on a complimentary cruise she was offered because of her casino wins. There were two departures in January, so of course I chose the one that was on my birthday! (Not saying which birthday because age doesn’t matter. Lol!) That perfect timing was the first surprise because she hadn’t thought of it as a birthday gift. That could be because the second surprise was a party that she and my family had planned for me at my favorite restaurant. The third surprise was the weather we encountered during this cruise. We ended up chasing the sun on this Winter getaway cruise.
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Travelogue
Cruise, Travel
One day at work, I heard some women talking about leopard prints. They said, “I couldn’t possibly wear leopard prints.” They all agreed that they didn’t own any leopard prints and never would, that they were not the type to wear that. But do you really have to be a certain type to wear leopard prints?
Taming the Leopard-Print Image
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Animal Print Series, Ways to Wear It
Animal Print, Class, Leopard print, Style
Welcome to this week’s Winter Beauty Spotlight Team blog roundup! Four of us are sharing tips to help you look and feel your best. If you’re experiencing cold weather, try our Winter skincare tips and great-looking ways to layer your outfits. We also have info on hydrating luxury lipsticks and the trending red nail theory. As always, I like to remind you that age doesn’t matter. Do what you love and don’t hold back!
Just click on the highlighted subjects below to visit your favorite blog posts and find out more!
Beauty, Beauty Spotlight Team, Link Love, Outfit Combinations, Ways to Wear It
Autumn/Winter Style, Layering, Outfit Ideas, Style, Weekly Blog Roundup
Three is the magic number for adding style to a basic outfit. The cardigan is a third piece, and thereby has the power to transform whatever you put it over. The cardigan can dress up or dress down your outfit. And if you started with two pieces (i.e., a top and a bottom, or a dress and a belt) the third piece can add your own personal style to them. So let’s take a look at how to use the amazing powers of a cardigan.
This post is a part of my series on Style Tips. Age doesn’t matter. Whatever your taste, everyone can use the following tips to show their true selves.
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Outfit Combinations, Style Tips, Tips and Tricks
Cardigan, Style
Welcome to The Beauty Spotlight Team, where I share a roundup of our bloggers’ favorite posts each week. There are five of us this time giving you the scoop on winter skin care, style and new nail trends. Here’s the latest:
- We’ve got reviews of our beauty bloggers’ favorite new cold-weather skincare products to moisturize and protect.
- And then there’s an overview of the hottest new nail trends for 2025!
- Our color consultant guides you to find your best neutrals and how to use them for a timeless capsule wardrobe.
- And to help you look your best through the coldest days, I’m sharing a style tip for how to stay warm without the bulk!
Why don’t you start the new year with self care? Just click on the highlighted subjects below to visit each post and enjoy the resulting benefits. Age doesn’t matter.
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Beauty, Beauty Spotlight Team, Link Love, Style Tips
Autumn/Winter Style, Cosmetics, Layering, Nail Art, Shapewear, Skin Care, Style, Weekly Blog Roundup