Stitch Fix Friday {southern maryland photographer}

So my favorite day for myself every month was yesterday! If you don’t know about Stitch Fix, you’re missing out! You can read about it in my prior blogs, but the short of it is: $20/mo for a personal stylist. Five items show up tailored to your online profile and through styles you post on a dedicated Pinterest board. Keep any or all of the five items. The $20 goes to the cost of anything you keep. You get 25% off if you keep all five. THE BEST.

I have to just dive right in; this month was so good!
So this totally cute box shows up at my doorstep.
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And inside of it is a stack of lovely goodness.
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And this note from my stylist.
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With styling cards providing much-needed outfit inspiration!
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Without further ado:
Black Dear John Lillie Short
I can’t lie. When I saw these in the stack, I just groaned. Loud. I requested specifically from my stylist (the totally awesome Rock N Roll Holly who clearly knows me better than I know myself!) some shorts for an upcoming week at the beach. On my exercise journey, I’ve reshaped how my body looks & feels, so the bermudas on my lumpy butt aren’t necessary any longer! But I also am not a booty-short fan. I’m a mother of three in my thirties; ain’t my thing. Anyway, the shorts — I’ve also never liked denim shorts. Except, does that tag say “Made in the USA”? Except, how many times has Holly proven me wrong before I learn to just trust her? So on they go. And here they shall stay! They fit beautifully, the right length, they aren’t too thick anywhere, and they are actually kinda cute. WAY better than I expected when folded into “the stack”.
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VERDICT: KEPT.
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Black Renee C Zia Printed Maxi Skirt
Let’s just say YES immediately. This is the first thing that caught my eye and I immediately tried it on. I didn’t even change my shirt (which, suffice it to say, did not match the skirt at all!). Maxis are always so tricky for me because I’m short, and while some are okay with a wedge, sometimes I just want to wear some damn flip flops. This skirt, oh this skirt — yep, works with bare feet so it’ll definitely come in handy on vacation over a bathing suit! Yep, hanging up already!
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VERDICT: KEPT.
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Off-white Market & Spruce Corby Knit Tee
Meh, I knew right away that I did not love this shirt. It’s a weird mix of graphic tee and really thin, cute, awesome non-sweater sweater. If it didn’t have the French on the chest, I’d be in love. It fits beautifully (of course it does; this brand was apparently made for my body, even through the changes) and feels pretty great. I kept it. I’m still not sure it’ll stay here.
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VERDICT: KEPT (but may consider tossing on the facebook BST site as there’s an apparent demand)
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Coral Collective Concepts May Chevron Print Knit Back Top
Second on my body out of this box, and second 100% sure keeper. Yes, it’s kinda boxy on me (you can see the form of it when it’s hanging). Yes, it offers no shape to anyone. However, this allows for fitted bottoms and belting. And it works with the new shorts I didn’t know I’d love. The color? Oh swoon. Yep, she’s already stowed away as a staple.
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VERDICT: KEPT.
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Black 41Hawthorn Queensland Dolman Jersey Top
This is the softest thing I’ve ever felt. I was glad to see black, just plain ol’ black, because that’s where my heart always goes! And I’ve received so many wonderful bottoms over the months (I’m already on fix #8!!!), plus the things I already had, so this black worked out perfectly. I just don’t want any more Dolman tops. This is the third in my fixes and that’s enough for me. 🙂
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VERDICT: KEPT.

Another five for five, Ms. Holly. I want to tell you to knock it off, but let’s be honest: I LOVE IT.

doTerra days are happy days {southern maryland photographer}

Yesterday, I received my doTerra essential oils order. I believe in the power of nature and what nature has to offer and use as many homeopathic remedies as possible. Yes, my family sometimes smells like hippies but we are healthy and strong and I am a firm believer that doTerra keeps us that way.

If you’re interested in how essential oils can help you, please visit my site: http://mydoterra.com/alisonecurtis
You can read, research, and order oils and accessories, and I highly recommend it! We started with the Family Physician kit and I’ve slowly added. My recent order was some replenishing, some new stuff to try. And here they are!

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I love the bottles and I’m so excited for my diffuser!

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How cute is the FREE gift!??!?!
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