Last year, inspired by Oprah, I shared a post of my favorite things. It was fun to put together and you all really enjoyed it so I decided to make it an annual tradition. Below are Alison’s favorite things – items new to my life this year or things I’ve loved for years that have… Continue Reading Alison’s Favorite Things of 2019
I had grand plans of a gift guide every Friday from the beginning of November until the week before Christmas and that hasn’t happened. The more time I spent on social media, the more I saw how A. People were OH-VAH gift guides and B. People were stressed. It got me thinking about the items… Continue Reading A Less Cliché Self-Care Gift Guide
If you’ve been reading this blog for a bit you know I am a fan of Colleen Rothschild Beauty. At this link you can read all my Colleen Rothschild Beauty reviews. I have been using the brand of skincare for years and since I started my skin has never been better. Colleen Rothschild Beauty is… Continue Reading The Best Beauty Gifts from Colleen Rothschild Beauty
I know I shared glam accents earlier this month, but this topic bears repeating because the holidays are coming and it’s the time of year when I get the most panicked emails asking for tips on last-minute holiday glam looks. How can I dress up my work outfit for a holiday party? Where can I… Continue Reading Festive Red for Holiday Glam
Sometimes you learn lessons that are major a-ha moments that help define your life. I had one at an influencer workshop where the trainer shared that most influencers fall into one of two categories – church and school. A “church” influencer is offering inspiration, a lifestyle. Follow me to be stylish like me, fit like… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #78
It’s so easy to get caught in buying a last-minute look this time of year. A work event, a neighbor’s party that suddenly has a festive dress code, a friend needs a Plus One last minute for her gala. Last-minute buys are rarely good buys, they’re often worn once and if they’re worn more often… Continue Reading Your Closet Could Use Some Holiday Glam!
We are treasuring the fact that our daughter still wants to dress up with us. After adopting Oscar, we knew we needed to get him into the holiday spirit and be part of our family Halloween costume. Our daughter suggested The Wizard of Oz and we loved the idea. I especially loved the fact that… Continue Reading Family Wizard of Oz Costume for Halloween
‘Tis the season for giving and I’ve shared plenty of gift guides to give to friends, coworkers, family, and other loved ones. But this season is a great time to give to those less fortunate or to causes that improve this world we live in. A few ideas on how to give back before the… Continue Reading A Gift Guide for Giving Back this Holiday Season
Oh no, you completely forgot that Secret Santa gift, a little something for your brother’s new girlfriend, or you and your friends agreed to not give gifts but half of the gang broke that rule. You waited to get something for your sweetie, or maybe your in-laws. You need to get a gift STAT. Well,… Continue Reading Last Minute Gifts Guaranteed to Arrive Before Christmas Eve