This + That

1. I tried a sample of this vibrancy-boosting mask from Sephora this morning. First impression: it felt like I was spreading orange marmalade on my face. But when I removed it with a warm damp washcloth 10 minutes later, my skin felt balanced, soft and, dare I say, glowy?
2. Speaking of skin care, I think I just used the last pump of the most expensive moisturizer I’ve ever purchased and I want to cry because: a. I don’t want to go a day without it, and b. I’m going to have to buy it again.
3. A #CuteAnimalTweetOff is exactly what the Internet needed last week.
4. Indiana dropped the mic on all those blogger and editor listicles about “simplifying” life.
5. Here’s what 5 cult drugstore beauty products look like on 5 diverse women.
6. Damsel in Dior spilled all her Instagram editing secrets in a helpful video tutorial.
7. If financial fitness is one of your goals for 2017, there’s an app for that.
8. Is ‘sorry’ still a dirty word? I’m trying to be more mindful about the way I throw it around.
9. Do you have a drawer stuffed with unworn t-shirts? Don’t we all? Upcycle them into cute grocery totes!
10. I’d like this eyelash sweater in navy, please and thank you.
11. Feeling crafty? I love this color-blocked wire basket DIY from Oh Joy. And this adorable candy heart garland by Tell Love and Party!
12. It’s a cold and cloudy Sunday, so I think I’ll try this crockpot creamy taco chicken chili recipe for dinner.

* I’m wearing these peep-toe perforated suede booties in the photo.