Showing posts with label review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label review. Show all posts

Thursday, December 31, 2015

Bows for Justine's Top Post of 2015

Hello loves,

2015 has been quite the year! Gosh, I don't even know where to begin... Let's take a look at some of the best moments of 2K15.

Here are the top 5 posts from this year:

5. Summer Hair Refresh


The one where I give my hair a makeover.

4. Peace, Love, and Hippie Tom


The one wherer I visit an antique farm.

3. Find Your Perfect Fit


The one wherer I talk about bras.

2. 5 Guys you Date in your Mid Twenties


The one where I tell it like it is.

1. Coffee My Way


The one where I talk about my one, true love.

There you have it - BFJ in 2015 in a nutshell.

Have a happy new year everyone.

xx,

Traci J

Saturday, July 25, 2015

Find Your Perfect Fit | Victoria's Secret Bra Review


Hello loves,

Today I am talking about three bras from Victoria's Secret that I got with Shopathome.com, recently.  As someone who doesn't really enjoy trying bras on in store or getting a bra fitting (I don't know why - I just don't like it) I am always hesitant before purchasing a bra. There needs to be more bra reviews out there.  There also needs to be more fit guides like the Victoria's Secret Find Your Perfect Fit - Angel Bra Guide. This online questionnaire helps analyze the way your current bras fit and determine whether you are wearing the right size, what adjustments you can make to help your bras fit better, and ultimately guide you to the bras that will work for you - all without having to go into the store. I.LIKE.THAT.

Click here to try it yourself.

Plus - if you purchase a Body By Victoria Bra in the recommended size - you get awesome perks like free shipping AND free returns. (7/23-7/29)


The Angel Bra Guide told me that I was a 32 A... shocker. But it was nice to know that I'm wearing the right size.  It then pointed me to several bras that would work for me.  The first one is the Body by Victoria Perfect Shape Bra.


Details
  • Push-up lift
  • Full coverage
  • Underwire
  • Adjustable straps - can snap into a crossback
  • Back closure
  • Nylon/Spandex fabric
Pros
  • Comfort of a t-shirt bra with the look of a push up
  • New and improved lace that is both girly and lays flat under your clothes
  • Secure straps and closure that doesn't dig into the skin or slip around
  • 4 closure settings for a customizable fit
Cons
  • It isn't a comfortable nap bra - I fell asleep one Saturday afternoon and I just wasn't having it - however I'm not sure any bra is a comfortable nap bra



The second bra is the Dream Angel Demi Bra in Ruby Wine Dot Lace.

Details
  • Subtle lift
  • Underwire
  • Adjustable straps - can snap into a crossback
  • Back closure
  • Stretchy lace sides
  • Nylon/Spandex fabric
Pros
  • Cute feminine lace design - and great colors
  • 4 closure settings for a customizable fit
Cons
  • I haven't napped in this one - so I can't confirm nor deny it's status as a nap bra

Now - for my favorite bra out of the three, the NEW Lounge Bralette in Black Lace. This picture is from the VS website because I didn't snap a picture before packing it up for my move to Virginia (now it's in a box that is impossible to get at).

Details
  • Unlined/Wireless Cups
  • Fully adjustable Straps 
  • Pullover Style
  • Allover lace
  • Nylon/Spandex
Pros
  • This one IS a nap bra - I took two very comfortable naps in this thing
  • Cute under tops that have an open back or low neckline
  • Lace lays completely flat under clothes
  • Perfect for a night out or a day lounging at home
Cons
  • Extra Small fits well once it's on but is a struggle to pullover - I feel like I'm going to tear the lace every time I put it on - I would purchase a small next time (luckily there is free shipping and free returns... so I can exchange it hassle free)

Here are some great offers to take advantage of! Let me know if you have any questions - happy shopping!

7/23-7/29
Free Shipping + Free Returns on Bra
7/27-8/2 (starts at 7pm on 8.2)
Getaway Bag
7/28-8/2
BBV Sweeps with BBV Purchase
8/3-8/6
Free panty with bra purchase
8/11-8/17
$15 gift card with 2 VSL bra purchase
8/11-8/17
$25 gift card with 3 VSL bra purchase
8/12-8/17
$25 seamless bra and panty bundle
8/15-8/17
FS $50

Do you have a favorite Victoria's Secret bra? Let me know in the comments! Be sure to try out the Find Your Perfect Fit Guide and check out Shop at Home to get cash back - just by shopping online.



With love,

Traci J 

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Shai Razor | Review

Hello loves!

Long time no blog! I apologize for taking SUCH a long break from blogging - and for failing at my goals for February.  I had a whole bunch of things going on in my life last month - some that were really terrific and exciting, and others that just really sucked.  Now that I am getting back into a somewhat normal routine - I cannot wait to get back to blogging with all of you.

Look for an update on what I've been doing for the past month soon!

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One super exciting thing that I will share with you now - is that I received my first ever sample.  As a disclaimer - on any post that has my thoughts on a product which I did not purchase on my own, I will always let you all know!  Also, the thoughts and opinion shared will always be 100% mine and 100% real!

Now, onto the review!


This is the Shai Soft Touch 6 Blade Razor from Dorco.  This company strives to make shaving affordable - which I LOVE because all of the good razors are always SO.EXPENSIVE.

Although it isn't very important - the first thing I look at in a product is the appearance.  Aesthetically, it is super pretty.  I love anything pink - so that's a plus.  It is a good size, I like to have razors that have some substance to them so they are easy to hold and manipulate.



Included with the razor was a holder that suction cups to the inside of the shower. I love this!  I share my bathroom with 3 other roommates - so we have a ton of products and shower things - this makes it super easy to store my razor and I don't have to rummage through all of the clutter to find it.  The best part, it doesn't fall down!  A few years back I had a razor that had a similar holder, and I swear it fell down every day. Not kidding. Good job Dorco, your suction cups are high quality.  

So what about the actual razor, Traci?!

Hold on guys, I'm getting there.


So I actually really liked this razor.  I'm not super picky when it comes to razors - except that I rarely use disposables, because I find that most of them make my legs itchy and dry.  I used this razor with my usual shaving cream from EOS and exfoliated first with this body scrub by Soap and Glory. (Oh, and I followed up with this body butter by The Body Shop.

The lubricating strip has vitamin E, aloe, and lavender oil - which helped it glide across my legs.  No cuts, no red bumps, nothing.  As I said - I'm not really a razor snob - so all I can say is that this razor is really nice.  It does the job, and it didn't irritate my skin at all.

Here is a nice picture of my extremely pale legs (you're welcome) - post shaving and slathering body butter over them.  As you can see - the razor shaved very closely and didn't leave any irritation.  I didn't feel the need to shave again for about 3 days.

All in all, I was pretty impressed with this razor - and here's the thing - it only costs $5.95.  Yep, that's right, and it includes the holder AND a replacement cartridge.

But don't worry readers - I wouldn't talk about an awesome product without giving you the link!!!

AND - here is a code for a 15% discount off any Dorco product!



Code: O326G8IOS0B

It expires on 4/30 so make sure to check it out now!!!!!
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Thank you so much for sticking with me through my extra long blogging break.  You are all lovely.

With love,

Traci J