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The Best Ways To Take Advantage of Back-To-School Shopping As An Adult
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Straight Talk Wireless. All opinions are 100% mine.
Back-to-school shopping has a pretty special place in my heart. Every year, my grandma would take me on a girl's only shopping spree to create a fresh new wardrobe for the new school year, followed by a lunch at one of our favorite spots. We always made a big day out of it, and it was such a special way to bond with her only granddaughter (at the time). I can still see myself so clearly standing in the fitting room buttoning each daisy-shaped button on a bright floral dress the year I started 5th grade. I remember thinking “oh, how retro, this is so cool.” Of course, today's outfit had to incorporate a little (yet, adult-sized) nod to that floral dress circa 1997.
Nowadays, the mom part of me dreads back-to-school shopping because it's a crazy rabbit-hole slash wild-goose-chase to find every correct color folder, 'special pencil' and every other *very specific* item on the list. I don't know why, but I can't for the life of me ever find an orange folder for the kid's school supply list. Why is orange so impossible to find? Why can't I just use black? And why do I need to buy 10? How many subjects are 3rd graders really taking? I hope it's not too obvious, but I'm already tired of looking at school lists and supplies, and we're just getting started...
So, today we're tossing the traditional back-to-school routine to the wind in favor of going back to that amazing time in my life when my grandma and I took advantage of all of the back-to-school sales without buying one single pencil...
For starters, did you know that back-to-school shopping is the second largest retail period of the year[1]? And, of course, if you're a smart shopper, you already know that the deals aren't just for traditional school supplies but also clothing and electronics too.
You know we're going to keep talking clothes, but first let's cover those new electronics. More specifically, a new phone. In this hyper connected world (when properly supervised and regulated) a smartphone can be a great asset. A wireless brand I trust is Straight Talk Wireless because it not only lets you save on the latest and greatest smartphones, but you'll also have nationwide coverage on America's largest and most dependable 4G LTE† networks for up to half the cost when compared to major carriers.
After a little browsing I found some great deals on smartphones to kick off my back-to-school season (and yes, I might just be breaking down and letting Aiden go off to middle school with one). For a limited time, Straight Talk Wireless is offering a $200 discount on a Samsung Galaxy S9, or you can get an iPhone 6s for only $8 per month. Not only are the phone devices a steal during back-to-school season, the no-contract plans are always affordable. $45 for unlimited talk, text and 25GB of high-speed data is a win if you ask me...so, you can stay connected and put those extra funds toward your end of summer plans, like a last minute trip to the Florida Keys (and definitely not orange folders).
I opted for the sleek Samsung Galaxy S9 because I preferred the specs, but what you decide on is entirely up to you! Either way, it's a great way to test the waters of ditching your traditional carrier contract + adding a little more flexibility to your cell phone service – all while being affordable.
BRB, calling my NANA for a shopping date...
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[1]Mintel, Back-to-School Shopping, 2019; NRF Annual Consumer Spending Survey
Here's How To Wear The Tie Dye Trend In Your 30's without looking ridiculous
So, Tie Dye is back and I know you're just dying to get your toes wet with some of the seriously cool styles on the market. I know I am but it's paired with a deep dread of "am I going to look back at this in a couple of years and say WTF was I thinking"?
I mean, remember the glitter fad of 2012? We can't go ever go back there.
Channel Your Inner 90's Girl With Three Pieces Under $30 That You Can Wear All Season
I should have listened when mom told me that things always come back in style. After all, who would have thought I would be reliving my childhood as a 30 year old. Hello, Spice Girl CD's playing on repeat, barrettes, leopard print and wearing your favorite band tees from back then (you know how I feel about my Hanson tees!). I legit saw slouchy overalls at Target today that I'm 100% sure I wore on repeat for the entire end of the 90's. It took everything in my body not to whip them off the shelf and into my cart. But, knowing me I'll be back...
That being said, this outfit head to toe 90's vibes and I'm here for it. Spice Girls t-shirt? Yep. Oversized Barrette? Definitely. Leopard Wrap Skirt? Absolutely. Fact: everything was under $20 a piece and can be worn straight through summer into fall. You better believe I'm sporting a rainbow mani with zero shame.
The Best Place To Stay In New Orleans For Groups: Domio Baronne Luxury Apartment Style Hotel
If you're heading to New Orleans for an extended weekend with a group of your best girlfriends, the Domio is the place to base. Sure, our girl's trip was off to a rough start with high-winds and flooding the second the plane landed plus a hurricane two days away- but the moment we rolled up to Domio Baronne St, all of our anxieties washed away- pun intended. We were barely 6 inches passed the door by the time we realized this stay was going to be an epic one. The decor throughout the entire complex will stop you in your tracks for a collective "ooh-" and "-ahh".
The Quick and Easy Baja Chicken Tacos with Pineapple, Kale + Red Cabbage Slaw That You're Never Going To Stop Making
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine.
I honestly can't believe it's time to talk about back-to-school already! I have to admit I'm not ready. We're sending our oldest off to a new school and I'm attempting to savor what little time we have left before his first year of middle school commences.
I honestly can't believe it's time to talk about back-to-school already! I have to admit I'm not ready. We're sending our oldest off to a new school and I'm attempting to savor what little time we have left before his first year of middle school commences.
The Trina Turk Butterfly Maxi Dress That You Didn't Know You Needed
It's already well known that I LIVE in maxi dresses, year round. This Trina Turk dress had me at first sight. I lived in it throughout our New Orleans and nearly every other day since I've been back. It's one of those throw on pieces that look instantly glam but are secretly the most comfortable thing you've ever worn in your life. Sure, it's as big as a comforter or curtain but I think that's the allure of it. Also, who can say no to butterflies adorning your body? Belt or no belt, it's perfect. Throw it on and go.
The $30 Little White Dress To Wear in New Orleans during the summer
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