Swanky metallic cosmetics cases: Coveted accessory? Or organizational essential.

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion

Buying a new cosmetics case isn’t a bad annual tradition, at least if yours gets as beat up as mine do, with spills and smudges and that glittery who-knows-what embedded in there. It’s more affordable than buying a whole new handbag, and a great way to...

18 of the most fabulous Mother’s Day printables for last-minute thoughts that still count a lot

by Kate Etue | DIY

When it comes to showing moms our unending appreciation for all the hard work they’ve put in for us over the years—especially now that we get it a little better ourselves—we always want to make Mother’s Day incredibly special. And yet, sometimes…we...

Cake Maternity’s new lingerie offerings. Just in time to help moms-to-be feel sexy on Valentine’s Day too.

by Kate Etue | Baby, Fashion

Valentine’s Day is, of course, my free pass to splurge on sexy lingerie. But don’t underestimate the power of lacy cotton panties to keep you feeling flirty the other 364 days of the year. We’ve been big fans of Cake Maternity’s beautiful...

Wait wait, don’t tell me: Awesome gifts from NPR

by Stephanie Mayers | Uncategorized

Working in the independent music world, I have a high esteem for non-commercial radio and of course the mother of it all, NPR. Supporting public radio is so important to me, as they rely heavily on listener funding to stay afloat. So if you find yourself still looking...

The chocolate gift so good, I bought one then ate it myself.

by Liz Gumbinner | Food + Recipes

Well here’s a first. I ordered what looked like a really awesome chocolate gift for a chocolate-loving friend–a box of assorted cake truffles from Red Envelope, and kind of forgot about it. Because when they arrived with a card from Shari’s Berries,...

Keepsake lockets from With You come with more than just a sentimental photo

by Kate Etue | Fashion

The first thing I notice about the keepsake lockets from the brand new company, With You, is how pretty and sweet they are—in fact, we listed them as one of our holiday gift ideas for a special mother-in-law or grandmother in our gift guide this year. But I’m...

A natural skincare gift for your cosmetic junkie friend in need of rehab.

by Melissa | Beauty + Cosmetics

If you have a cosmetics junkie friend–you know what I mean–it may be time for a gift that takes thing back to a natural, cleansing place. And a new line I just discovered,  Board and Batten, could be a perfect fit with their “farm to skin”...

If you can’t get to the spa, Spa Heroes brings the spa to you. In a box.

by Melissa | Beauty + Cosmetics

I’m really digging the newest spin on beauty subscription boxes, which are now providing full sized products  instead of appealing to the dabblers with a bunch of trial-sized samples. Along with BeautyDNA, the newest beauty subscription service to enter the full...

Subscription boxes made for moms as picky as we are.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Beauty + Cosmetics

Oh, boy, do we love gift subscription boxes for moms around here. Whether for self-pampering, kid activities, or great gifts for new moms, we’re all about adding the (well curated!) element of surprise to an otherwise dreary mailbox without having to do the...

Orla Kiely blooms at Target. Otherwise known as designer handbags for less. Whoo!

by Stephanie Mayers | Family Travel

I have toted diapers, work stuff and even my computer in Orla Kiely bags and have become an avid fan, so I was shocked to find out I was not the first of her cult followers to learn that the popular designer had partnered with Target for an affordable cosmetic bag...