Happy November friends It’s the holiday season and that means lots of family/friend gatherings, yummy food, and of course presents! To help take the stress out of holiday gift shopping, we put together a few holiday gift guides to help you out! Whether you are shopping for your partner, bestie, or a teacher, we have ideas for you! So be sure to keep reading for some fun gift inspiration for everyone on your list! You can also find last year’s holiday gift guide HERE and HERE!

Gift Guide for the Wellness Enthusiast

We all have that special someone in our lives that is super into all things wellness, fitness, and health! Here are some gift ideas for the wellness enthusiast that will be sure to get their heart rate up in excitement! See what I did there (Insert winky face)! haha!

1// Act and Acre Gua Sha Scalp Tool: I’m sure you have heard of our love for gua sha for the face, but we just recently discovered gua sha for the scalp and are all about it! Using this gua sha stone, made of jade, helps promote circulation in the scalp, giving it an invigorating massage, which can help increase hair growth. As a postpartum momma who is still struggling with hair loss, this would be an amazing gift!

2// Saje Pocket Farmacy Essential Oil Blend Set: This is such a must-have for the wellness enthusiast! This kit includes a collection of 100% natural essential oil blends that you can keep in your car, purse, or anywhere you travel. Saje Wellness is one of my fave brands and they included some of their bestsellers to treat everyday ailments! Lululemon also has this recovery kit from Saje Wellness that would be an amazing gift too!

3// Lululemon Double Roller: Help your friend release tension with this amazing double roller! As a two-in-one roller, you can use the exterior roller to massage your arms and legs, and then pull out the interior roller to release tension in your back! Comes in three different colors and is such a great price point!

4// Bumble and bumble’s Bb.Post-Workout Dry Shampoo Mist: Revive those sweaty strands with this quick-drying dry shampoo! It will absorb oil, eliminate odor and it doesn’t leave any white cast or sticky residue! It’s the perfect post-workout product to take you from spin to brunch with your bestie!

5// Golde Matcha Turmeric Latte Superfood Blend: Give the gift of ultimate health with this superfood powder blend! Made with 7 essential superfoods with organic cacao that tastes great and has equally amazing benefits. The Turmeric is the ultimate superfood for skin and gut health, while the match, Rich in antioxidants and chlorophyll, provides a glow, detox, and a natural dose of caffeine. And the creamy coconut base is rich in MCT, which supports hair, skin, and nail health and boosts metabolism. It truly is magical and it’s vegan and keto-friendly! They also have a cacao flavor too!

6// Ice Roller for your Face: After a long night or an early morning, take this ice roller out of the freezer and roll over your face! It will help decrease puffiness, shrink pores, and can also ease tension and migraines! It’s such an inexpensive gift that makes such a big difference!

7// Be a Good Human Hat: Such a simple hat that packs a powerful message! This is the perfect hat for those who love to workout outdoors or keep the sun off their face! I also really love this smiley face hat from Etsy! It comes in so many colors and I constantly am getting asked where I got it!

8// Tangram Rookie Smart Jump Rope: How fun is this! The SmartRope Rookie syncs to your smartphone, automatically records your exercise data, programs your workout, and lets you compete with friends. Who knew a jump rope could empower you to live an active life!

9// Silk Hair Scrunchies: Say goodbye to creases after a workout with these super-soft silk scrunchies! I love to work out in these or use them while I sleep to ensure my hair stays smooth and breakage-free! Comes in a few colors and is such a fun and easy gift!

Gift Guide for Your Soul Sister

1// So Soft Sherpa Ballerina Slippers: So comfy and perfect for lounging around, these soft Sherpa slippers are so soft and only $20! Your bestie will thank you for keeping her feet warm and cozy!

2// Dae Dreamer Set: We have been big fan of Dae for quite some time now and love so many of their products! This set includes some of their best-sellers and is a great price! It sells out fast because it is just that good! I’m also a big fan of the deep-conditioner mask and the prickly pear hair oil!

3// Nodpod Weighted Eye Mask: Perfect for soothing migraines, calming anxiety, or getting that peaceful sleep, this weighted eye mask features four weighted pods that contour to your face, blocking out the light and providing soothing pressure to help relieve stress! I mean everyone needs one of these!

4// Starbucks Custom Cups: I love these cups so much!! And you know we are big fans of leopard print, so these Venti Starbucks custom cups are calling our names! At only $17, they are an inexpensive but thoughtful gift that you can give to all your besties! We also love these Gold & Rose Gold Ombre Custom Insulated Starbucks Cups! They are perfect for hot lattes!

5// Laneige All-Nighter Gift Set: Keep your besties lips super soft with this set of best-selling Laneige lip masks. This set comes with the famous All Nighter Berry lip-mask and holiday flavors, Gingersnap and Peppermint! Such an inexpensive gift that will be a major hit!

6// Aerie Oh Snap! Weekend Henley Mock Neck Sweatshirt: This sweatshirt is perfect! It fits perfectly oversized, the quality is great and the style reminds me of Free People but at a much lower price point! The sweatshirt comes in so many colors and is the perfect cozy sweater to wear on those chilly nights! It comes in so many colors and is perfect with leggings!

7// Daily Pause Spiral Journal: This journal is great! It includes daily prompts that encourages you to take moments of pause and reflection to bring mindfulness! It’s the perfect self-care journal and makes a great gift!

8// Lululemon Fleece Belt Bag: Phone, keys, wallet. Keep them close in this versatile belt bag! It’s the perfect bag to hold the essentials while you are out hiking with your bestie, grabbing a coffee or a busy mom chasing her kids at the park! And the soft fleece is PERFECT!

Gift Guide for Your Parents/In-Laws

Parents and in-laws are always the hardest to shop for, at least for me! It’s hard to figure out what exactly to get them, especially if they have it all! We found a few ideas for gifts that we think are sure to be a hit!

1// Herschel Supply Duffel Bag: This is the perfect bag for weekend getaways and adventures! If your in-laws like to travel, this cute bag comes in multiple colors and features snap-down sides that expand to allow a bit of extra packing space inside. The top handles make it easy to carry, and convenient pockets help organize essentials for a trip to the gym or a weekend getaway!

2// Smart Garden 3 Self Watering Indoor Garden: I am obsessed with this and it would make the best gift! No matter how little space you think you have, you have room to grow your own fresh herbs or vegetables in this self-watering indoor garden! It’s easy-peasy and you don’t need a green thumb!

3// Barefoot Dreams Robe: Perfect for cozy evenings at home, this cushy unisex robe is made from CozyChic, a machine-washable microfiber that won’t ever shrink or pill! It’s honestly so soft that you will probably only want to wear this!

4// Nordstrom Large Charcuterie Board: If your in-laws or parents love to host, this charcuterie board is perfect! Large enough to beautifully display the food and gather the whole family around and a great price! Win-Win!

5// Promptly Journals Autobiography Journal: I love this company and have the childhood journals for my kids! They recently came out with this autobiography journal and it would be perfect for grandparents to fill out! They can record their life story, sharing special memories that will live on forever! It’s such a sweet and sentimental journal for families to cherish!

6// Digital Photo Frame: This is the perfect gift for parents/in-laws! You simply download the Frameo app onto your smartphone to add photos wirelessly or can put in an SD card! It works with both iPhone and Android devices and once the photos are downloaded, you have your very own “rolling slide show”! It’s so cool to display over hundreds of photos in great quality!

7// Caraway Frying Pan: If your in-laws or parents love to cook, this Caraway frying pan is the perfect gift! Designed with a ceramic nonstick cooking surface to promote healthier cooking, easy food release, and quick cleanup, this pan is truly the best! I love the different colors too, especially the chic cream and navy blue color!

8// The Home Edit Book and Container Store Gift Card: Who doesn’t love a clean and organized home? I love following the Home Edit account on Instagram and they just created this book filled with tips and tricks to organize every inch of your home! Give this to your parents/in-laws with a Container Store gift card and you have the perfect gift!

Gifts Under $100

1// Vuori Performance Joggers: I love these joggers! I own a few pairs and pretty much everyone else in San Diego does too! But that’s because they started as a local Encinitas small business, are insanely comfortable, and are such good quality! You can’t go wrong giving these as a gift! You can easily give your work-from-home uniform a cozy upgrade with these soft, relaxed joggers that are also stylish enough for errands! They even have a men’s version too!

2// Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil: This hair oil is amazing! It was created by blogger Negin Mirsalehi and her hair is just amazing! Total hair goals! This oil will deeply nourish, moisturize, soften and smooth your hair! Perfect for winter!

3// The Knotted Crossbody Bag: Love this crossbody! The pockets in the front are perfect to access your phone easily and it’s the perfect bag to hold all the essentials! The knotted details add a little flair to this simple, yet chic bag!

4// Hardside 20″ Carry On Spinner Suitcase: This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves to travel! This super-affordable carry-on features a full zip-around closure that lets it expand when you need to bring home more than you left with, and interior zippered compartments for more efficient packing! And it comes in a bunch of super cute colors!

5// Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Camera: These are so fun! I have one and I love adding the polaroids to our family’s photo album! My daughters love them too! It’s the perfect gift for any age!

6// DermaFlash Ultrasonic Pore Extractor & Serum Infuser: If you know someone who loves skincare, this is such a fun product! The two-in-one ultrasonic device unclogs pores and infuses your favorite skincare products, for smaller pores and clearer skin. I mean who wouldn’t want that?

7// FM Radio Alarm Clock with Qi Wireless Charging, Pointuch Desk Bedside Clock: Obsessed with this charging station! Not only does it charge your phone, but it also serves as a bedside clock, radio, thermometer, and humidity reader and you can put a photo in it! It’s super cute for a bedside table and is a gift that you can truly give anyone!

8// Hooded Quilted Water Repellent Jacket: Everyone needs a good winter jacket! This one contours to your body, doesn’t feel big or boxy, and is waterproof! It even has straps that you can use to hang it when you aren’t wearing it! It’s definitely a high-quality jacket!

9// Driftwood Candle: How gorgeous is this driftwood candle? It’s the perfect gift for that special someone in your life who has it all! It comes in two different scents, Grapefruit Pine and Ginger Patchouli, and will last such a long time!

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We hope that helps make your shopping easier! We are coming out with a second round of gift guides in the next week or so if you need more ideas!

Thank you so much for all of your love and support with our blog! We have grown so much the past few months and are truly forming a little community! It makes us so happy and excited for what the future has in store!

Hope you have an amazing week!

xoxoxo,

Kari

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p.s.s. be sure to check out our most recent blog post to see how Melissa styled her favorite $22 Target jeans!

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Today I’m sharing the $22 Target jeans styled four ways. Four different tops that work with the jeans! I live in these sandals and thought they worked well with each top especially here on Kauai! Which of the four tops will you try?

Scuba Tank

For the first outfit I paired the $22 Target jeans we with a scuba tank. Specifically, the target’s best selling A New Day Tank. This tank is so flattering on everyone I’ve seen. Plus it adds an edgy/cool vibe to any outfit and it is only $8! Target from head to toe and loving it!

White Button Down

I wanted to pair a more feminine top with the jeans. A classic white button down added a level of sophistication while the knot with a little peek a boo of skin added some younger vibes.

Mock Turtleneck

For the cooler fall temps a mock turtleneck looks great with the these jeans! Usually turtlenecks make me feel hot and claustrophobic. The mock turtlenecks are more breathable while still feeling warm.

Puff Sleeve Top

I tend to stick to simple basic tops but decided to go out of my comfort zone with this top and I’m so happy I did! (Top is unavailable but I linked similar) I love the puff sleeves and all the ruching. The feminine top really softens the edginess of the jeans and made me feel so pretty.

Budget Friendly Jeans

The $22 Target budget friendly jeans are a great option to try the baggier jean trend! My previous post shared a few hair accessories you can also try while styling your look.

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Ohhh hey! It’s been like a month or two since we have done a blog post! Life has just been so insanely busy for us both! Melissa and I are both Stay at home moms to entrepreneur husbands so that often translates to them working a ton! But we are back and are so excited to be here again! Thanks for always following along with us and giving us your love and support! We do appreciate it! I wanted to jump back into things and share my favorite things I’ve been loving this past month!

A Little Life Update

We recently moved in August, just down the street, but it still involved tons of purging, packing, organizing and unpacking! It’s been exhausting but also super fun! Our new house is super cute, has tons of natural light and we’ve been slowly starting to decorate it so stay tuned for more home decor posts!!

We also started homeschooling through a charter with my oldest daughter so it’s been fun, but also busy! We have soccer, Wild and Free nature groups and all kinds of fun field trips so it definitely keeps us busy!

And we went to Disneyland! It was so much fun! We enjoyed a week at our favorite place and it made our hearts so happy to see all of the Halloween decorations!

So that’s our little update! It’s been a busy but exciting season of life for us! A little break gave me some much needed time to get my creative juices flowing again!

My Favorite Things this Past Month

I wanted to share just a few of my favorite things I’ve been loving this past month! I always love when people share their faves because it gives me new ideas or products to try! So keep reading to see what I’ve been loving lately!

Books //

I try to make it an intention to read every day and sometimes it happens and sometimes it doesn’t! This month I read two books and really loved them both!

The first book The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave was literally so good!! I even stayed up way past my bedtime two nights in a row to finish it! I don’t want to give too much away but it held my attention so well and was one of my fave books of the year!

The second book, Where the Grass Is Green and the Girls Are Pretty by Lauren Weisberger, bestselling author of Devil Wears Prada was a fun read! It’s about a college admission scandal, following your heart, and the reality of perfect lives! It was more of a fun read, but I really enjoyed it! I highly recommend both books!

Hair//

The next two things I’m loving are hair products! Since we live by the beach, we are constantly swimming in the oceans and pool! Our hair gets dry so we definitely have to keep it hydrated to prevent breakage!

I’ve been using the dae Monsoon Moisture Mask for the past few months and love it! It keeps my hair soft and silky! It also has clean ingredients, smells good and looks cute in my shower! I typically only wash my hair 2-3 times a week max so I just use a tiny bit of this every time and let it sit in my hair while I shave! My hair is definitely shinier and having less breakage!

My daughter’s have pretty wavy to curly hair, and my 5 year old has super long hair! It kept getting tangled and frizzy so I bought this leave in conditioner for curly hair by Verb and it works wonders! I just put a little in the hair after bath, brush through and let it air-dry! She gets perfect little waves with no frizz! It’s magic! I tried on my fine, straight hair and it was a little too heavy for me! So I highly recommend for wavy/straight hair!

Fitness//

With our move recently and a busy schedule it has been so hard to get consistent workouts in and I’ve been left feeling in a rut! I kept getting ads for Melissa Wood Health app so I decided to download and so the seven day free trial! I ending up loving it and now pay $9.99 a month for it!

The MWH Method is a series of slow controlled, low impact movements combining yoga and Pilates to sculpt long lean lines throughout the body. Her program offers pre and post natal workouts, beginner workouts and meditations and much more! I like that she has a schedule to follow so it keeps me on track and mixes it up! I’ve been following the schedule and then adding in an extra workout on days that I have time! It’s been so good and I feel refreshed after taking each class!

To add a little intensity to my workout when you for the challenge, I use these Bala bangles! I have them in 1lb and 2lb and love them! I also try to wear them while on walks! Such an added bonus!

Clothes//

I purchased a few things this month that I am loving! I’ve always been a big fan of one-shoulder looks and found this super cute top at revolve! It comes in quite a few colors and the material really surprised me! When I purchased I thought it was going to be a cotton t-shirt material, but it was actually a thicker polyester and spandex material! I like to wear it with my hair in a bun and some hoop earrings to give it that sexy peek of shoulder look!

I also love this ribbed workout sports bra and bottoms I got from Target recently! I’ve been wearing them non-stop and love the slate blue color! The ribbing is so cute and the high-waist super flattering! I paired it with this cute little open back shirt!

I’ve also been loving this billabong dress I got last month! You can wear it so many ways! I like to wear it with booties, a hat and a chunky cardigan! I’m wearing it with this little cardigan I picked up from Amazon and it’s such an easy and comfortable outfit! This outfit will definitely be a repeat and will probably be on my list of favorite things for a while! You can easily dress up or down!

And my last favorite clothing item this month was my Gap Cheeky High- Rise straight leg denim in black! I was actually going to order the Madewell Perfect Vintage denim in black because I love the fit, but I saw these on sale and figured I should give it a try! I’m so happy I did because I love them and got so many compliments on them! I wore them at Disneyland and they were so comfortable!! Highly-recommend! I would size down one size because they do stretch out as you wear them!

Randoms//

These PeapodMats Leakproof Mattress Pads! My oldest has been potty-trained for a few years now, but instill like to keep this mat over her mattress for extra protection! They are perfect for that potty-training time when you need some reassurance and accidents happen frequently!

I’ve also been loving line art recently!! I just purchased these prints from Etsy and they are so beautiful! These will go in my bathroom and were so inexpensive! You just buy the file, print at Office Depot/Staples and put in a frame! So easy and inexpensive!

Okay! If you made it this far, you are amazing!! Thank you! Hope you enjoyed reading and found some inspiration of books torneadnos things to try! These were just some of my favorite things this past month! Leave a comment below and let us know yours!

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Have an amazing week! You are loved, appreciated and beautiful!

Xoxoxo,

Kari

P.S. have you read our blog post about making your coffee be more sustainable?! You can find it here!

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For Reference I’m 5’3, approximately 125 lbs and typically wear size 6/M.

Tie Strap Babydoll Dress

I really loved this tie strap baby doll dress when I saw it online and when I saw it in person it was just as cute. I love that the shoulder knot is adjustable and also controls the tightness of the top part of the dress. It comes in a few colors which are all perfect for summer! It’s not too short so you can wear it to church, family events, etc. The baby doll style would also make it perfect as a pregnancy dress!

You can add a t-shirt underneath, white sneakers and add some fun accessories like a hat or hair clips! So many ways to let your personality show!

Sizing// They only had a medium and most times that works for my frame, but it felt like too much fabric on my short body specifically the lower half of my body. So I recommend sizing down on this dress if you’re short with a smaller frame!

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High Rise Pull On Shorts

I have been wearing these high rise pull on shorts non-stop since I got them!! When I saw these at Target they immediately caught my attention because I’ve been trying to add more linen to my closet as the summer heat approaches. Although I love a good pair of jean shorts but wanted to change things up and have more options.

These linen shorts are loose, flowy and a little longer than some of my cutoff shorts so I can wear them when I want a little more coverage or just want to move freely. I’ve worn them to the beach as a cover-up and as a comfortable outfit for days at home! Love them!!

Sizing// They only had a medium and while I didn’t hate how it looked they didn’t feel that secure on me. With two kids that tug on my clothes I knew I wanted to exchange for a small. I’d say they are TTS but size down for a more secure waist and less cloth around the hips!

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Sleeveless Gauze Jumpsuit

I love jumpsuits/rompers because you have an entire outfit with one piece of clothing. I got a few jumpsuits from Target and this is the only one that worked for my height and body type! This sleeveless gauze jumpsuit is equal parts comfortable and cute. I really appreciate that it is made with recycled cotton. As I try to move towards more sustainable fashion, I really appreciate Target also making efforts to be more sustainable.

I love that I can roll up the pant legs a little without it looking weird. Also the spaghetti straps balance out the lower body still making it a great choice for summer! Pair them with a crop tank under or a cute bralette! I’m so into it!!

Since we get unpredictable intermittent rain on Kauai it’s nice to have a pant option that doesn’t get me too hot in the 80 degree humidity. The material of this jumpsuit is super lightweight allowing my body to stay cooler!

Sizing// I got a small and the fit is great. With adjustable straps you can make it slightly smaller up top too. It gets slightly tighter around my hips so if you’re curvier on your bottom half you may have to go up one size. But the material gives a lot although it’s not stretchy.

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Short Girl Summer

Being short doesn’t have to mean we have to settle with unflattering clothes! With these 3 Target outfits that are short girl approved we will be having a short girl summer looking our best.

If you want to add the perfect hat to any of these outfits, check out Kari’s most recent blog sharing her 5 favorite hats!

Thankful and grateful for you! Xoxo.

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