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A Few of My Favorite Things: Spring 2020
The photo above is a throwback to when we were all allowed to go outside. I thought it would be a nice picture for the moment since we are all stuck indoors and the weather is becoming more beautiful by the day. Here are a few of my favorite things while I am at home this spring 2020: #1. Scrunchie While I am home, my hair goes right up into a ponytail or bun. There are not too many things these days that I am doing to dress up, so when I get the chance to add that little extra something to my day I capitalize on it. Even when…
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A Few of My Favorite Things Winter 2019/20
Winter is all about being on survival mode! With plunging temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns, and many busy events that require being cozy and cute, winter is by far the hardest season to prepare for. Whether you live in a frigidly cold place or not, it is always a good idea to know what you are up against when it comes to cold snaps. Today I am sharing the items I have been using so far this winter, and some tried and try favorites that have been a go-to product of mine for years. Fuzzy Socks After a long day of running errands or going to classes, there is nothing better…
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A Few of My Favorite Things Fall 2019
Halloween is over, today is the first day of November, and here is the Midwest we have already had our first snow of the soon-to-be winter season. The calendar says we transitioned over to the fall back in September, which means it is time to share a few of the brands and products I have been loving this fall for this edition of “A Few of My Favorite Things”! Vests There was a small window of weather that was the perfect mix of cool and warm. This small window of beautiful weather calls for a vest! So, that has been my go-to look for the fall and it is really…
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A Few of My Favorite Things Summer 2019
The summer season is officially upon us which means it is time for the list of products and brands that I will be using the most this summer. A Few of My Favorite Things is one of my favorite series to write for and I always love hearing all of the products you enjoy using in the summer, so if you have any you think I should know about leave a comment! Tanning Lotion One element that is so essential to my summer routine is looking after my delicate and fair complexion. Since I know that I am more susceptible to burning my skin in the sun than the average…
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A Few of My Favorite Things Spring 2019
The “A Few of My Favorite Things” series here on Faintly Familiar is always a highlight for me each new season! Springtime brings a flurry of different accessories and products to use that just do not get their time to shine in the winter or fall. Today, I want to share a few of the things that will be getting plenty of use from me. The Illinois Ball Cap This week I shared the ball cap that I will be wearing most this summer which you can see in the photo above. The state themed ball cap trend has gained some speed this spring, but I have had this particular…
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A Few of My Favorite Things Winter 2018/19
Now that the winter season has officially begun, I want to continue my “A Few of My Favorite Things” series where I share with you a few of the products and brands that I have discovered or just love to use! This is one of my favorite series to write for on my blog because after these post go up on Faintly Familiar I always get a great response from my readers who want to share the products they love as well! Duck Boots I can’t tell you enough how much I love my Tommy Hilfiger duck boots! Although these boots probably wouldn’t be ideal to wear if there was…
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A Few of My Favorite Things: Fall 2018
Now that it is officially fall, it’s time to introduce you to a few of my favorite things for this season. These are actual products that I use or have been using. The reason I started this series was because, if you are anything like me, you always want to know what the highest quality products and the advice of what is best. So here we go! The Herschel backpack brand is the brand I have used since Freshman year of college, and for Sophomore year I am not wavering! I love Herschel because they are sturdy and hold up to my, admittedly, reckless behavior. This backpack has never…
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A Few of My Favorite Things: Summer 2018
This is a new series where I will be sharing “A Few of My Favorite Things”! This is where I will be sharing the different products I love using for each season. Since it is summer I decided to get the party started now! #1. Summer is the perfect time to breakout the sandals and there is nothing I have loved wearing more this season than my Birkenstocks! This style has the added detail of the toe loop! Mine is in the color black (one of the most elegant colors) so it will go with everything I wear. #2. When the sun comes out, the sunglasses go on! One…
