Amazon

Top 19 Purchases of 2019

1. AMAZON SWIMSUIT

High waisted swimsuits


Holy moly I can’t believe this swimsuit came in as the number one seller for all of 2019! It’s safe to say y’all love Amazon, especially swimsuits, so expect to see a lot more try ons this year. This little Amazon swimsuit cutie now comes in 8 colors, is full coverage and extremely good quality. It has padding and the scallop detail is just adorable! I got a size small and say it fits similar to an XS so if in between sizes, size up.

2. AMAZON MIDI COCKTAIL DRESS

Amazon Cocktail Dress


Another Amazon winner! This cocktail dress comes in 15 colors and is so flattering on all body types. It is double lined and great quality. I got the size small (4-6) because it was the only available size at the time but could have done the XS (0-2).

3. AMAZON SWIMSUIT

High waisted swimsuits


This designer dupe has been all over Instagram and comes in a ton of color combinations (18 to be exact!). It is high waisted, full coverage and padded. I got the size 4 which fits like an XS.

4. AMAZON SILK PILLOWCASE DUPE

Silk Pillowcase Review


I did an in depth review of the real deal silk pillowcase verses the dupe (find it here). While the dupe doesn’t have as many benefits as the real deal, it’s still a great alternative if you are looking to go longer in between hair washes, keep you hair styled longer and make sure your pillow isn’t absorbing your expensive skincare!

5. ISLE OF PARADISE TANNING MIST

Tili It's All Chic To Me December Box


This mist actually came in a set with the tanning mist, tanning drops and a tanning mitt which is definitely the best deal that I have seen if you are a fan of both of these products like I am. I personally use the tanning mist on my body and the drops on my face. The tanning mist is sprayed directly onto the skin and then spread evenly with the tanning mitt. It goes on clear and odorless so it doesn’t transfer onto clothing and bedding and doesn’t even require rinsing off! It develops over 8 hours and gives a very natural tan! I use shade medium in the Winter and dark in the Summer.

6. AMAZON HEADBAND

Amazon Pearl Headband


Can you believe this headband is less than $2?! Pearl headbands have been a big trend this past year, some of the popular ones being $150. Get the look for less with this trendy headband that comes in 8 colors.

7. ISLE OF PARADISE TANNING DROPS

International Womens Day Spring Make Up Refresh


Similar to the tanning mist, the drops are clear and odorless. The difference with application is that the drops are mixed into your moisturizer before applying to your skin. These can be used all over your body but I personally just use them on my face! I use shade dark year round and typically apply 2-3 times per week.

8. STEVE MADDEN SNAKESKIN FLATS

Best Sellers of 2019


I bought these during the Nordstrom Sale and have gotten so much use out of them. Whether with a basic outfit or mixing them with prints, they instantly jazz up any outfit. They run true to size and also come in a black version. If you want to get the look for less ($23), try these!

9. AMAZON SWIMSUIT

Best Seller of 2019


Yet another Amazon swimsuit that made the top 19! This gingham cutie is high waisted, pretty full coverage and padded. The top is similar to that of a sports bra. I got a size small.

10. AMAZON JUMPSUIT


If you are a jumpsuit lover, this one is super comfy and super cheap plus I love that it can be worn on or off the shoulder. It is great for those throw on and go days as well as self tanner days since it’s black! It also comes in 5 other colors and runs true to size.

11. AMAZON COCKTAIL DRESS

Amazon Best Sellers


This dress is perfect for wedding guests and actually comes in white too for all of my brides out there! It is stretchy but still double lined and great quality. I got the size small but I would say it fits more like an XS so if in between sizes, size up.

12. ANTHROPOLOGIE MUG

Tile Mug


Although I didn’t talk about these initial mugs until Christmas time, you ladies loved them! They very quickly made the top 19 list. Not only do these make great Christmas gifts, they also make great birthday gifts as well as teacher gifts too.

13. MICRODERM TOOL


I was a little surprised to see this place in the top 19 but for very good reason that it did! This tool is amazing for exfoliating and sucking all of the gunk out of your face. Way better in the long run than paying for monthly facials when you can do it at home for cheaper! You can actually grab it for 40% off TODAY ONLY with code MD40 here.

14. BLANKNYC SUEDE MOTO JACKET


As one of my most worn pieces in my closet, I’m so glad this suede moto jacket made the top 19! It comes in several colors and runs true to size. If you plan on wearing bulkier layers underneath, size up! If you want to get the look for less, try this!

15. SLIP SILK PILLOWCASE

Silk Pillowcase Review


I did an in depth review of the silk pillowcase and all of it’s benefits for your hair and skin (find it here). If you aren’t a fan of hair washes or wake up with cowlicks, you NEED one of these! It’s legit life saving ladies and saves so much time.

16. TILI BEAUTY BOX

Best Sellers of 2019


One of my most exciting projects to date was getting to collaborate with QVC for their monthly TILI box. I got to pick all 8 items that are in the $25 beauty box including two full size beauty products. Get detailed information about each item here. I cannot thank you ladies enough for all of your support on this project!

17. J. CREW COAT

Best Seller of 2019


Disclaimer: the coat that I am wearing is a newer version of the one that placed in the top 19 so it is slightly different in style and color. That being said the one that placed in the top 19 is a great option and is currently just $60 with code HAPPYCLOSET. I sized up to fit sweaters and am wearing a size 2 regular.

18. SPANX FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS

Best Seller of 2019


The Spanx faux leather leggings have continuously been a top seller for good reason. As many dupes as I find, none will ever compare to the real deal and how much I love them! They can easily be dressed down like this or dressed up for date night! If in between sizes, size up. I wear a small. Lots of styles are currently on sale here with code WINTERSALE.

19. TARTE SHAPE TAPE

Makeup Routine


The best full coverage concealer on the market in my opinion! Y’all loved this deal where you can get two concealers and a beauty blender for just $37. Usually one tube of concealer is $27 so it’s a great deal for sure. They are still a few shades left. I wear Shade light in winter and medium light in the Winter!


THANK YOU!

Thank you for being here. Thank you for your purchases. Thank you for giving me credit. Thank you for your likes, comments, messages and tags! Thank you for trusting me as a resource to help your shopping experience hopefully better and easier. When I look back on 2019 I am most thankful for your support and allowing me to continue to do a job that I genuinely love and can’t imagine doing anything else. So thank you for a successful 2019 and cheers to another year with the best community ever!

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My 2019 Christmas Wishlist

Y’all this was the first year that I can say I had the hardest time coming up with a Christmas wishlist. I have been so blessed this year and feel like I always pick up the items I want. So the majority of my list this year are items that I need restocks on or have been wanting and just haven’t had the time to go pick up myself! I’m curious do you make a Christmas list for you family or does everyone just buy random gifts?! My entire family, including extended family, does Christmas list which I thought was normal but I recently asked around and apparently it’s not! lol


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Here Comes Amazon, Here Comes Amazon, Right Down My Driveway

Who doesn’t love Amazon? Honestly what did we even do before it came about? I honestly can’t remember life before it! I can always bank on Amazon for a unique or funny gift that I wouldn’t find anywhere else which is perfect for those hard to shop for people! As we get closer to the holidays I will be updating this post with new finds so if you are an Amazon lover, bookmark this post for sure!

Amazon Gift Guide
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Budget Friendly Fall Home Decor

When it comes to home decorating do you tend to take a traditional or non traditional approach? Over the years I’ve flip flopped back and forth. For example this year I love all of the buffalo plaid. I already know that I want to incorporate it for Fall and bring it into the holiday season as well. I plan on mixing in some harvest colors with the buffalo plaid for Fall and then trading those out for red and gold come December. I tend to gravitate towards pieces that I know can be used for multiple holidays whether that’s Halloween and Thanksgiving or Fall and Christmas!

My favorite places to shop for budget friendly home decor are always Target, TJ Maxx and Amazon. They have affordable finds that last me a few season’s worth so that way if I want to change it up one year, I didn’t invest too much money into a theme that isn’t to my liking anymore. Most finds from these places are under $20, if not less. TJ Maxx has free shipping days every so often (including TODAY!) where I like to stock up on all of the things.

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June Top Ten

We are back for another monthly round up of the most purchased items from the previous month. I always love these posts because I enjoy seeing which items you ladies loved the most and which ones took a back seat. I always want to make sure that I bring you the best content and sale round ups so looking over this data for trending items, categories and retailers helps me plan similar content for the next month and hopefully you enjoy seeing behind the scenes a little bit too!

The past couple of months I have started sharing more of my Amazon and QVC finds and I’d say by the number of top sellers from these places you ladies are definitely loving them too! That certainly doesn’t mean that I will stop sharing my favorite items from places like NordstromAbercrombieRevolve and Old Navy!

To shop any of the below items, simply click on the picture and it will take you to the retailers site to purchase! Also, if you enjoy these types of post and are curious about how I obtain this data and track sales on the back end, scroll down to the bottom of this post for more information on that!

Top Ten Purchased Items


10. Walmart Maxi Dress

Walmart Dress

This $16 maxi dress has placed in the top ten for several months! It is insanely soft, has pockets, adjustable straps and comes in 10 colors! It runs true to size.

9. Walmart Leopard Swimsuit

Walmart Swimsuit Haul

You’d never guess this swimsuit was from Walmart it’s so good and under $15! The top runs small so I suggest sizing up while the bottoms run true to size.

8. Abercrombie Overalls

Abercrombie Shortalls

The best overalls I’ve found to date. The color I have (light wash) is no longer available but the dark wash is and I like it better! They fit true to size. I’m wearing an XS

7. Free People Dress

Free People Maxi Dress

Wait till you see the back of this cute maxi dress! It’s a gorgeous dress to dress up or down. It does run a bit oversized but I suggest getting your true size.

6. Pearl Headband

Amazon Pearl Headband

These pearl headbands have been ALL of the rage right now. The one I have is a $25 dupe for the $150 Lele Sadoughi headbands. I also found a $1 Amazon option that has great reviews from other bloggers. I REPEAT ONE DOLLAR!!

5. Amazon Dress

Amazon Cocktail Dress

I still can’t believe this dress is from Amazon! It’s SO good and under $30! I have the lavender color but it comes in about 10 gorgeous colors. It runs true to size. I’m wearing the small but could have done an XS.

4. Amazon Swimsuit

High waisted swimsuits

A top seller for months now, this $25 scalloped bikini is the cutest thing and best quality too. The top is padded and the material is SO soft. Overall it has amazing coverage and comes in several colors. Size up! I am typically a XS and got the small.

3. Slip SIlk Pillowcase

Silk Pillowcase Review

Ever since I found my silk pillowcase on TJMaxx’s website for over 50% off, y’all went crazy! They are a bit of a splurge and never go on sale so finding them at 50% off is a steal! If you haven’t read my post on why I will never go back to a cotton pillowcase and the benefits for your hair and skin, read it here.

2. MicroDermMD System

The best at home microdermabrasion product! Such a great remedy for exfoliating, removing dry skin and dirt as well as smoothing. Forgo two facials and invest in this! So much more bang for your buck.

1. Isle of Paradise Tanning Kit

These tanning drops are all the rage right now and are constantly selling out at retailers. I use shade dark and add it to my face moisturizer 2-3 times a week! If you are new to QVC you can use TAKE5 for $5 off.


And as a reminder on how I obtain the monthly top ten data…

I use an affiliate program called rewardStyle. This means that if you click on any link- whether it be from my Instagram, Liketoknow.it app or blog- that takes you to a product page on a retailer’s site and rewardStyle is able to track that it originated from me. Some affiliate programs will pay the influencer for every click that they generate from their site. RewardStyle pays per purchase made. This means that if you click on one of my links and then end up purchasing that item, I will get a small commission (usually between 7-12%).  Many bloggers use this same program as part of their revenue source.

Because I use this service I do have access to data analytics. This means I can track what items are clicked on and purchased. I cannot see who clicked on them or what other items might have been purchased. For example, if you click on my Gucci Belt link and then purchase a swimsuit and a top in the same transaction, I will only be able to see that a purchase was made and that the belt link is how you got to the retailer’s site.

These analytics are incredibly important to me because it allows me to see what all of you are liking. At the end of the day, this little blog business of mine is meant to be a resource for all of you so having the ability to track and measure each product’s success is invaluable. Coming from a Finance background, I tend to geek out over the analytics side of it as I find it incredibly intriguing what all of you are liking, buying and clicking on the most! It gets my gears turning because I genuinely want to bring you products that you are going to love and want to buy (at the right price point of course)!

Like I mentioned, this little blog is a full time business for me which means I am so appreciative when you choose to click and shop through my links – whether that be on Instagram or the blog. I have poured everything I have into being a resource for all of you so that hopefully it makes your life a little bit easier. I know that shopping through my links is an extra step for you, but please know it makes all the difference to me. It is how I am able to continue sharing great deals, try on sessions, and everything else. O and it allows me to pay my bills 🙂

All of that is to say, shopping through my links does not cost you anything additional (the item is the same price), the retailer will just pay me a small cut since I am the one that referred you. Please know I am so thankful when you choose to shop through my links and give me credit for helping you score a great find!

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