Today, we're going back to activewear basics. Caring for your specialty gear is key to making it last as long as possible. Below are all the details on my strategy for tackling laundry day with my workout clothes. Keep in mind that you don't have to follow these tips. Doing these things will generally make your workout gear last longer and look better, but don't freak out too much about it. ...
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How to Shop on Poshmark Like a Pro
I started using Poshmark several years ago, and since then, it's gradually become my favorite app for buying and selling secondhand fashion. I'm a huge fan of the secondhand market in general--I even bought my wedding dress from a resale site. When used properly, secondhand shopping is a powerful tool that can make luxury style attainable even for very modest budgets. Posh has become a ...
How to Get Over Buyer’s Remorse
A couple weeks ago, I wrote about buyer's remorse and how to avoid it. I included a few tips designed to help you stay away from bad purchases. But of course, the reality is that even with the best intentions, less-than-ideal choices still happen. No one's perfect! What do you do when it's too late and you're stuck with a bad buy? Here are a couple tips for dealing with buyer's remorse once ...
Tips for Preventing Buyer’s Remorse and Shopping Smarter
Just about everyone who shops has experienced buyer's remorse at one point or another. You know the feeling. One minute you're making a carefree purchase, then the next minute you're thinking "omg, WHY did I think that was a good idea??" I'm no stranger to the guilt and regret of bad purchases. Along the way, I've learned some key strategies that have helped me avoid more bad buying ...
How to Properly Wash Down Puffer Jackets
Down jackets win the prize for most confusing piece of clothing to wash. It's an intimidating prospect: what if you ruin it? What if it isn't fluffy anymore? They're expensive, and no one wants a laundry catastrophe. Here's how to properly wash a puffer jacket so you can keep it clean, fluffy, and warm for years to come. Step 1: always wash on cold + delicate setting Best case scenario: you ...
The Best Dry Shampoos for Your Gym Bag
Dry shampoo: the beauty essential of fitness-loving ladies everywhere. Hair experts recommend against washing your hair every day. But if you're sweating up a storm on the regular, this creates a bit of a hair problem. Dry shampoos can serve as a stop-gap to keep your hair from getting completely gross until you're due for your next full hair washing. But which ones actually work for ...
