Arliss McCloy

Note :  This blog contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I genuinely believe in and use myself. Your support helps keep this blog running, and I truly appreciate it. Value: 19/20 Aesthetic: 17/20 Efficiency: 17/10 Ease of Use: 19/20 Setup: 15/20 TOTAL: 87/100 Dry cleaning has always been a bit of a dilemma for me. I love keeping my nicer clothes looking fresh and pristine, but I don’t have the time—or the budget—to run to the cleaners every time I wear my favorite cashmere sweater, silk slip dress, or leather pants. After experiencing some serious sticker shock on my first visit (a $300 bill will do that to you), I developed a bad habit of letting my dry clean-only pieces pile up until I could justify spending a few hundred dollars to refresh them. As you can imagine, this means many of my favorite, high-quality items sit unworn for months,...

Note : This blog contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I genuinely believe in and use myself. Your support helps keep this blog running, and I truly appreciate it. Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m obsessed with the Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer in “Fenty Glow” ($27). This shimmering rose-nude gloss has been a constant in my makeup routine for years, perfectly complementing my skin tone in a way no other lip gloss has (plus, it gives me that full, rosy, plump look—think Selena Gomez in her “Fetish” music video). So, when I saw a TikTok claiming that the Maybelline Lifter Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid in “Topaz” ($9) was an affordable dupe, I had to try it myself. To compare, I wore both glosses on separate days, paying close attention to the texture and wear time. Spoiler: There was a noticeable difference in consistency and...

Note : This blog contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I genuinely believe in and use myself. Your support helps keep this blog running, and I truly appreciate it. If there’s one thing we adore about singer-songwriter and TV personality Jessie James Decker—besides her incredible career and picture-perfect family—it’s her knack for spotting trends. Case in point: her enviable sneaker collection, all sourced from DSW, which adds a chic and comfortable touch to her outfits. Lately, Jessie has been all about retro-inspired kicks that are neutral, sporty, and endlessly versatile. And honestly? We’re here for it. As much as we’re excited to be out and about again, we’re fully embracing styles that prioritize both flexibility and effortless cool. Run errands, hit the pickleball courts, sip a mocktail on a sunny patio, or even sneak in a quick bang tr...

 Note : This blog contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I genuinely believe in and use myself. Your support helps keep this blog running, and I truly appreciate it.  Shop Now    1. For Mom: Chico's Luxurious Cashmere Turtleneck Even if you can't be there in person this holiday season, this incredibly soft cashmere knit will make her feel like she's getting a warm hug from you every time she puts it on. Shop Now    2. For Your Boss: Personalized Monogrammed Bento Lunch Box That way, no one will ever mistakenly grab her lunch—or her lunch box—again! Shop Now    3. For Your Work BFF: Popup Florist Plant Friends Kit She'll smile and think of you every time she returns to her desk after yet another 45-minute meeting that could've been an email. Shop Now    4. For Your Sister: Roxanne...

    Note : This blog contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I genuinely believe in and use myself. Your support helps keep this blog running, and I truly appreciate it. ICYMI: Many dog moms (myself included) have been on the lookout for comfortable, durable, and easy-to-wear shoes for everything from long weekend walks at the lake to quick strolls before work. Fortunately, a recent collaboration between the popular dog-walking app Rover and shoe giant Zappos has made it easier than ever, offering a specially curated collection of dog-walking shoes to fit every activity. The Rover-Approved Dog-Walking Shoe Shop on Zappos features a curated selection of sneakers, sandals, and more, all recommended by 5-star dog walkers on Rover who clock in about 18,000 steps per day. You’ll find everything from trendy, supportive Hoka sneakers ($140) to...