Friday Finds

As a long time handbag lover and collector, I have always been comfortable splurging on bags that caught my eye. At one point in my career, I worked for YSL Beauty which was owned by Gucci at the time. The perks to that were getting a huge discount on all the luxury brands under the Gucci ownership umbrella. I bought so many bags because I got such a great discount but even after my discount went away, I purchased some handbags full price because they felt worth the investment. Now handbag pricing at major luxury brands has gotten so outrageous that I can’t see paying these exorbitant pricing for something that I can’t live in or drive. LOL Thankfully it seems like the retail market is beginning to understand this because so many new brands are creating handbags are price points under $1000 and often under $500 without sacrificing quality. 

Many people like to abstain from drinking throughout the month of January after a long few months of festive occasions and tons of parties. If you are someone who is doing a Dry January and would like some options as an alternative to drinking, I have a ton in today’s post. I don’t personally drink and haven’t for the past 10+ years. I never enjoyed alcohol and HATE feeling drunk. I’ve also never smoked marijuana or tried any recreational drug in my entire life. That tells you a little bit about how much I hate the feeling of being in an altered state.

Over the past year or so, Quince has been gaining in popularity. It’s a brand that many people talk about but there is a bit of a mystique around it. Many consumers question if it’s a good brand. Is it a real brand? Are the products good quality? The brand promises luxury-quality basics at low prices. I’ve had the chance to try numerous products from Quince and can speak to their quality directly and honestly. If you have been interested in trying the brand, the post will hopefully help you answer any questions you may have about their background, pricing model, manufacturing transparency, real-world value and which items are actually worth buying.

Denim skirts have been trending for the past few years and it took me a bit to get into it but after seeing so many great styles I finally decided to give it a try. Denim skirts have always been a wardrobe classic but denim midi and maxi styles are particularly having a moment right now. And each season better options have come out and I am loving how versatile they are. It’s easy to style with so many different pieces in your closet because it’s denim first off. Everything goes with denim. Denim jeans, denim jacket, denim skirt – they are all closet staples. They can look great with classic pieces as well as trendy items so there is something for everyone.