West Village in Manhattan is a treasure trove of pizza options, and during our recent pizza crawl, we got a chance to compare some of the best spots. Two places stood out for very different reasons: Mamas Too and L’Industrie Pizza. Mamas Too Mamas Too offers a cozy, casual vibe with plenty of seating and … More The Best Pizza in West Village: Mamas Too vs L’Industrie and More
There’s something about fragrances that feels deeply personal—like a signature accessory that completes any outfit. Over the years, I’ve curated a collection that reflects my moods, seasons, and even certain memories. Right now, I have a few favorites in heavy rotation (with some recent exits from the lineup too). My Go-To: Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Baccarat … More Spritz, Layer, Repeat: My Current Perfume Rotation
When planning our wedding, it was incredibly important to us to honor and celebrate my heritage — especially the meaningful Filipino wedding traditions that have been passed down through generations. Filipino weddings are rich in symbolism, rooted in family, community, and faith. Whether you’re newly engaged, attending a Filipino wedding for the first time, or … More Celebrating Love the Filipino Way: A Guide to Filipino Wedding Traditions (Plus Our Ceremony Script For Reference)
When planning our wedding weekend, one of the things Allen and I were most excited about was welcoming our family and friends who were traveling near and far to celebrate with us. With 30 hotel rooms booked in our room block, we wanted to greet everyone with something special the moment they arrived — something … More Our Wedding Hotel Welcome Bags: Themed & Totally On-Brand
For Allen’s birthday a couple years ago, we decided to do something a little different: a relaxing afternoon at QC NY Spa on Governors Island. If you didn’t know, QC offers free admission on your birthday, which made it an easy “yes” for us. I’d been curious about the spa for a while—floating between the … More A City Escape at QC NY Spa on Governors Island
There’s something timeless about crystal. The way it catches the light, the delicate sound of a toast, the sheer craftsmanship behind each cut — it’s an art form that’s been celebrated for centuries. The best part? You don’t have to spend a fortune to own beautiful pieces. If you know what to look for, thrift … More How to Thrift the Best Quality Crystal
In our early days of dating, Allen and I went to get our aura read at Magic Jewelry in Chinatown, which specializes in Feng Shui and energy readings. These photos typically capture a visual representation of your energy field using biofeedback technology and then overlay it in color onto a Polaroid-style photo. We each got … More We Got our Aura’s Photographed and Read. Then I had ChatGBT do a full analysis
When it came to planning our wedding, I wanted every detail—big or small—to reflect us. I believe the little things matter, and one of my favorite personal touches from the day? Our custom cocktail napkins. We had three different designs in rotation during cocktail hour, and each one carried its own little story—sentimental, fun, and … More Custom Cocktail Napkins At Our Wedding That Told Our Love Story
Y’all, this is a gamechanger. Thanks to Dermstore’s new integration with Flex, you can now pay with your HSA or FSA card directly at checkout—no more holding onto receipts or submitting manual reimbursements. Simply choose items marked “HSA | FSA Eligible” in your cart, then select your HSA/FSA card at payment. Flex verifies eligibility in real time, … More How You Can Use Your HSA/FSA Funds for Beauty Products at Dermstore
If you’re anything like me, walking into a TJ Maxx gives you a little thrill — it’s like a treasure hunt where you never know what designer label or on-trend piece you’ll find at a major discount. But did you know there’s a secret way to decode the tags and figure out exactly what kind … More T.J. Maxx Pricing Secrets How to Read Price Tags at TJ Maxx: The Secret Code Behind the Bargains
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