Here are my top ten favorite items of July!
Large Claw Hair Clips
A few months ago, I was in desperate need of something to hold my hair out of my face. The clips I had wouldn’t stay in my hair so I was constantly fidgeting and fixing my hair. I generally don’t like to have my hair fully up, so I wasn’t quite sure what to do. I found these claw clips on Amazon and could not be happier with them. They’re huge, so I don’t have any problems holding my hair back and they have grips inside so they don’t slide right down and off my hair. Truly obsessed.
$10 Target Sandals
Okay, I got these at the beginning of the summer last year and I can’t think of anything that’s been more worth $10. They’re cheap, so I don’t have to worry about ruining them, but they’re sturdy enough to last, and I love that they’re rubber so if they get dirty or wet it doesn’t matter. Just wash them off and move along.
Car Phone Mount & Charger
I always have had a cord phone charger in my car, but lately I was feeling like it was unsafe when I would have the directions running and I’d have to lift my phone up to see it and check where to go (I’m a visual learner – so I need to actually view the map to really understand where to go). Purchasing this was a great decision. It hooks right into the air vent, so in my car it’s right next to the steering wheel. I have my phone right in view, so I can safely see the next turn without getting distracted. It hooks magnetically, so there’s no fidgeting with a clip to get the phone out. Just pull it right off!
ChatGPT
Alright, I think I’m a little behind on this one, but with age I’ve become more resistant to new technologies, haha. Today I finally learned what ChatGPT is and how it’s used. I’ve only used it a few times and I already can tell I’ll be going to this with so many future questions.
Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter
I’ve talked about this concealer in a few other posts, but it really is amazing! It is definitely one of the best concealers I’ve ever used. A huge step up from the ones I’ve used in the past.
Gym Membership
For the past month or so I have been feeling extremely cooped up. I spend all my days with my kids, which I love, but I was feeling increasingly more burnt out than normal. I decided to take advantage of my gym membership three times per week. I do home workouts to get exercise but I really felt I was needing to get out of the house. In the mornings I have been going to the gym to walk on the treadmills and it has been sanity saving. Just 30 mindless minutes on the treadmill where I can zone out, listen to a podcast, and get some steps in has really allowed me to regain my joy.
Lululemon Belt Bag
Prior to getting this belt bag, I was using my baby diaper bag (a backpack) to carry my wallet in when in stores. Now, I just throw my phone, keys, and wallet into the crossbody bag and have so much less weight on my shoulders (literally!).
Real Housewives of Orange County (Bravo!)
I am a long, long, long time viewer of Bravo shows, with original season of the Real Housewives of Orange County being the show I first started watching years and years ago. But ever since this past season of Vanderpump Rules and Summer House ended I’ve been a bit burnt out on the Bravo front. I think the whole Sandoval thing and Danielle vs. Lindsay drama burnt me out. There was just so much of it! I know, I know, not a big deal, right? But for me… that’s a BIG deal! I am obsessed with Bravo, haha! Well, the Real Housewives of Orange County has reignited my obsession. Truly a great and hilarious season. These women are reality TV gold. Anyone looking for a ridiculous and funny show, try this season of Real Housewives of Orange County.
Scunci Hair Ties
Last week I was on the hunt for new hair ties. I have long hair but it’s not really thick, so I frequently have trouble keeping my hair in place when I put it up. It quickly falls, which can be so frustrating when I just want my hair out of my face! These have been a great find. I don’t love the colors since I usually like my hair ties to be more neutral, but they work and I’m willing to sacrifice my preferred colors for a great product.
Octobuddy Silicone Suction Mount
I’ve seen people with these before but I never thought to get one until the other day. On a whim, I decided to purchase one. When I received it I wasn’t sure how I liked it but after a few days and a few uses, I love it. It’s the perfect way to mount my phone for good lighting for GRWM videos. I just stick it right to a window or a mirror and it holds so well!
Do you have any current favorite items you are loving? Let me know in the comments below!
