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Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Can't Live Without

We all have our favorite products or items that we can't seem to live without, those products that no matter what we try - we keep coming back to.

I'm rounding out a few things that I use on the daily and don't see myself stopping any time soon.

one | Converse Shoreline Sneakers - I wear these sneakers constantly!  They are so versatile - they go awesome with jeans, skirts, sundresses - you name it, and are easy to slip on when I'm in a rush to get out of the door.  I will always own a pair of these shoes!



two | Concealer - I'm a mom, enough said ;) but in all seriousness, it is very rare that I leave the house without concealer on.  I've always had dark circles around my eyes and motherhood has amplified them.  I've tried many different brands, and was even on a Maybelline kick for a while, but I came back to my tried and true friend, MAC Studio Finish.  It provides me with the best coverage using not as much product.  It's a little thick, but when applied right after your moisturizer it goes on smoothly.

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three | Bath and Body Works Candles - These are hands down the best candles for their price, they smell delicious and one candle makes my whole house smell good!  You can't say that about many candles.  I love many of their scents, but my signature scent, and the one you'll see lit the majority of the time here is the Eucalyptus Mint candle.  It's not too over-powering and it's a very clean smell, which I love!


four |  Mascara - One of the other few things you'll rarely see me leave the house with.  Even on days where putting makeup on isn't much of an option.  I have been LOVING the Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara.  I'll talk more about it in another post, but in the meantime, if you're on the lookout for a good mascara, pick this one up!



five | Fresh flowers - If you have been around Kids and Cabernet for a while now, you know how much I love having fresh flowers at home, and more often than not you'll see them around my house.  I know some people think they are a waste of money, but I buy inexpensive ones at the grocery store and I think having them at home makes your house more homey, inviting and adds a touch of glam - all wins in my book!



six |  Another thing I can't live without is my homemade "febreeze spray".  I make a batch weekly and spray my furniture and rugs daily since we have a dog, I try to eliminate any odors I can!  It's so easy to make, all you need is some rubbing alcohol, an essential oil of your choice and water!

 


And of course there are the obvious things like: husband, kids, WINE, and my phone - but you already know all of that ;)

What are somethings you use on the daily that you cant live without?

P!nky said...

Mascara and flowers, can't live without em!

Hippie in Heels said...

I love my converse! I will have to try the DIY odor eliminating spray. I am all about essential oils lately!

Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre said...

I never leave the house without mascara on and if I do my secret stash in my bag gets put on in the car. I am right there with you on that!

Jillian said...

i really should buy fresh flowers more often! they are so pretty. xo jillian - cornflake dreams

BLovedBoston said...

I wish I could have fresh flowers in the house every single week - I love that it's a must for you!!! Coffee is a must for me lol! xo, biana -BlovedBoston

East Coast Chic {Natalie} said...

I agree with you on some many of these, especially concealer and mascara! Bath and Body works candles are my favorite too. I need to try your homemade febreeze, such a great idea!

Carly said...

I love those shoes too-- sadly they're put away for the winter here, but I can't wait to bring them out again once the snow and cold is gone for good. BBW candles really are such a good deal, and you're right, the scent throw is almost always amazing. I have a few new ones on the way now!

Emily F said...

I just purchased my first pair of converse last week and am loving them!! I had the Target brand before, I called them non-verse, but the converse are so much more comfortable! I also agree on fresh flowers! My kids love helping me pick them out each week at Trader Joe's! I hope that's a memory my kids always have of home. Have a great week!

Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes} said...

Yes to Converse, concealer and mascara! Definitely three things I can't live without either! And I do love me some candles! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

Caroline The Petite Fashionista said...

OK I've totally left the house without makeup on haha. But only when I'm going to the gym or if I'm just running errands in my neighborhood. I love my Converse sneakers though and having fresh flowers.You know Trader Joe's has amazing flowers and they're cheap!! I will also have to check out that concealer sometime. :-)

Pamela @ alittleglitter.com said...

I have been meaning to buy those Converse! My bestie has them and I am always admiring them. I used to have fresh flowers in my house but I worry that my cats will eat them and be poisoned now. I know some flowers are dangerous for animals and I dont want to learn which ones the hard way. I miss buying them though. They do make a house feel homey and glam at the same time!

Nina @ Flowers in my Hair said...

Converse and Maskara. Yes, girl!

Katie Elizabeth said...

Mascara is the biggest MUST for me - I will never leave the house without it! Fresh flowers are always the best pick me up, too :)

Kate at Green Fashionista said...

So many fabulous can't-live-without products! I'm going to totally cosign MAC's Studio collection, B&BW candles, fresh flowers, and of course wine <3
Green Fashionista

Courtney said...

I love Bath and body works candles, but I've never tried that scent before! I'm definitely going to have to check that out because it sounds right up my alley!

Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis said...

The 3-wick candles are always on my list. I love your sweater too !

Kristen @ See You In A Porridge said...

how cool is your homemade febreze?! love it.

i have really bad dark circles as well.. can't wait for motherhood, yay. i love maybelline for every day but i need something stronger when i actually want to completely cover them up, and i have used a couple of mac concealers before and they are the bomb. i will have to check that one out!

i love everything eucalyptus, how have i not seen that candle at b&bw?!

Pink and Fabulous said...

Those sneaks really are the best! So it that concealer, I have been using it for a couple of months and it is pretty legit!

Christina Lea Loves said...

Love converse - can't wait until it warms up a little bit here so I can wear them! And fresh flowers and candles - yes!!

a little bit of emily said...

My converse are a definitely favorite, too. I would say for me, mascara is definitely a must and chapstick!!! I always have chapstick with me.

Jenn said...

I could go without mascara, but eyeliner is an essential for me! Love your homemade febreeze spray idea!