Where to find the best tops to pair with leggings

January 29, 2020February 28, 2020 Florida FeverLeave a comment

I need more leggings in my life – how about you? They are perfect for working from home, or running errands on the weekends (they – are – pants!). A huge leap above pajamas, and a small upgrade from joggers (which I also love) – but oh so comfy! If I’m not going to the office, or really anywhere besides the grocery store and hauling kids around, why not be as comfortable as possible.

The great thing about leggings, is that you can also dress them up a bit to look totally put together (hello Rothys!!). It’s also important (for me) to have enough *ahem* coverage, if you will. I don’t want my rear end on display. If you are in the same boat, check out these fabulous tops to pair with leggings that will cover your butt!

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Gap tunic sweaters:

These are a great length and provide a bit of warmth if needed. They can also be layered for extra comfort or a pop of color! Some of these are on sale for as low as $25 in limited colors / sizes.

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Target tunics

I’m loving these cozy options. They are all unique, and super affordable (spoiler: the plaid is on clearance!) – and best yet, the length is great!

Wander by Hottotties Women's Charolotte Drop Shoulder Thermoregulation Tunic - image 2 of 3

Women's Crewneck Fleece Tunic Sweatshirt - Universal ThreadÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Purple - image 1 of 9

Women's Plus Size Plaid Long Sleeve V-Neck Tunic Shirt - Universal ThreadÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Red - image 1 of 3

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Stella & Dot

The jewelry we all know and adore also sells gorgeous clothes! They have the most uh-mazing side zipper pullover tunic (as shown below) which is a perfect way to top off your favorite leggings. And did you know Stella & Dot has great leggings too… yep, it’s true! A few of them are on clearance too, so hurry!

Amazon

But of course! Amazon has tons of tunics for women to wear with leggings. Any shape, size, style or material you can think of is pretty much available here. Check out the reviews for some real-life pics of how other ladies styled their tunics.

Women's Premium Rayon Short Sleeve Round Hem and Neck TOP (Large, mid Grey)

Womens T Shirts Cute Tops Flowy Blouses Juniors Soft Tunics Black S

Urban CoCo Women's Crewneck Solid Color Twist Hem T-Shirt (S, Navy Blue)

Old Navy:

Aren’t these gorgeous! I wanted to post them ALL but I narrowed it down to my favorite three. Spoiler: one of these is on sale for $15!!

Floral-Print Popover Split-Neck Tunic for Women

Lilly Pulitzer:

If you are looking for ultra-feminine and bright cheerful colors, Lilly is your gal! Check out these tunics just screaming for summer!

Kaia Knit Tunic Top, Iris Blue Namastay In The Jungle, large

Shea Silk Tunic Top, Multi Island Escape, large

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How to return Rothys – it’s so easy!

January 27, 2020June 12, 2024 Florida Fever1 Comment

So you took the leap and invested in a beautiful, comfortable, sustainable, washable shoe! Congratulations!! But, oh no, what if they don’t fit quite right? Well, don’t fret….we will fix this. It’s so easy, and so not a big deal, don’t worry at all!

Rothys are known to be a bit finicky in sizing (size up my loves!!!). Typically ladies size up a half size or so in flats (I’m in between 9 – 9.5 in non Rothys, and I wear a 9.5 in flats). Usually the points run a bit small, especially if you have wider feet (I wear a 10). Occasionally a particular color will run a bit larger or smaller than what we expect. It just happens and it is what it is. But not to worry, the Happy Returns Bar is your best friend!

If you are still debating if you want a pair, or are looking for a review, click here to read my post comparing points vs. flats.

It all started when I ordered my first pair of Rothys sneakers. I ordered a 9.5, but unfortunately they were a bit snug. I really really didn’t want to hassle with a return, so I wore them around the house for about 30 minutes thinking I would get used to them. Nope. And from everything I read and have experienced with my flats and points, the way the fit out of the box is they way they will always fit.

So I decided I would have to return them. Fortunately, Rothys partners with the Happy Return Bar to make returns super simple and fast. All you do is go to the Rothys or Happy Returns website to find a Happy Return location, drop off the shoes, and you will get your refund almost instantly.

I used the Happy Returns Bar at a World Market store near me. Having never done this before, I simply walked in, asked a cashier how to do a “Happy Return”, and she called over another associate to help me. The associate briefly looked over the shoes, then asked me for my email address (affiliated with my Rothy’s account).

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I totally forgot to initiate the return on my end, which was no issue at all. She pulled up my account on her tablet, clicked a few buttons, then asked me if I wanted a return or exchange. From her tablet I had the option of selecting a different product for an exchange, but I had my kids with me and in the 3 minutes we had been in the store they were already getting cranky. In the interest of time, I opted for a return.

To purchase these sneakers I used some referral credits, and the Happy Returns lady had no clue if I would get the credit back, or how it would work. I could not imagine Rothys not re-crediting my account, but neither of us knew. Again, I was pressed for time, so I took a leap of faith – I figured if they didn’t issue me a refund credit I would take it up with them later.

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Sure enough in a matter of minutes (maybe faster but I didn’t look right away), I received a refund for my out of pocket costs AND my credits were back – phew! The entire process was probably 2 minutes, seriously. I was so thrilled with the experience, and I have so much less stress about Rothys sizing knowing I can very easily return or exchange them if needed.

If you are looking to purchase your first pair, you are welcome to use my link for $20 off (and I will get a $20 credit, so thanks so much if you do!).

CLICK HERE TO SAVE $20 ON ROTHYS

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Best Rated Nude Lipsticks under $5

January 24, 2020April 3, 2020 Florida FeverLeave a comment

Sometimes I just want a simple polished look, without a lot of fuss. Nude lipsticks make it easy to look put together, but not overdone, and work well for every day use. And if you want to really play up dramatic eye makeup, then a nude lip won’t compete with your killer lashes or winged liner.

While I adore some of the higher end brands (particularly MAC), since this is the one makeup product I take with me everywhere I am known to lose them (or leave them in my car in the summer heat – oops!), so I don’t spend much on lipstick.

All of these top rated picks are under $5 and are available on Amazon!

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Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick with Vitamin E and Avocado Oil

This lipstick has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, which is phenomenal! This beloved lipstick uses microfine pigments so the shades are vibrant, but the feeling is lightweight. It comes in TONS of nude colors to match just about every skin tone.

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Milani Color Statement Lipstick

Available in 40 shades, and cruelty-free, you can’t go wrong with this one! It comes with high recommendations and rivals the fancy schmancy designer brands at a small fraction of the price.

Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick

Totally creamy and stays in place, with vitamins to moisturize and hydrate. Most of the colors are bold pinks, but there are some beautiful subtle tones available too!

Maybelline New York Color Sensational Nude Lipstick Matte

I’m a gloss girl, but Matte is all the rage these days (I just loove the feel of gloss, and haven’t jumped aboard the Matte train yet). A really affordable and simple nude Matte with fabulous reviews is made by good ole trusty Maybelline. And, it’s available on subscribe and save too (so if you lose lipsticks *like me* a new one will show up at whatever frequency you pick).

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NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream

It’s sorta kinda like a gloss, but sets to a matte finish. Envelop your lips in plush, intensely creamy matte lipstick color that’s lightweight and never feels dry. And as always NYX is completely cruelty-free. To top it off, this lip cream is under $3 and available on subscribe & save (perfect filler to unlock your 15% off – don’t know what I’m talking about? More info about subscribe and save is here).

Burt’s Bees 100% Natural Moisturizing Lipstick

Burt’s Bees Lipsticks are 100% natural and never use parabens, phthalates, petrolatum and SLS or synthetic fragrances. Made with 100% naturally moisturizing ingredients with a versatile color palette, this is a sure winner for all day moisture with a hint of color.

Need a liner to keep that lovely lipstick in place? Here is a great option!

Milani Easyliner Mechanical Lipliner Pencil

This liner is vegan and cruelty-free (yay!) and glides on like a dream! It’s self sharpening which is really nice and convenient. I even love it as a subtle base under chapstick just for a little definition.

How to score great deals on diapers (and other baby stuff)!

January 16, 2020January 17, 2020 Florida FeverLeave a comment

Are you looking for huge deals on diapers, wipes, baby shampoo, organic baby food, butt paste (yes, it’s a thing….and it’s wonderful), and more? You are going to love this!!

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One of my readers was super duper smart and scored an amazing deal on Huggies diapers. I wanted to share what she did with all of you, so you can learn to think like a savvy shopper.

Check out my post here to see how I made $9.00 by buying a bar of soap on Amazon!

You probably know all about Amazon’s Subscribe & Save program. If not, you can read more about it here. There are plenty of creative ways to bundle and stack your savings. You may have to search to find the best deals, but sometimes it’s so obvious the deals practically find you!

Let’s get right to it, shall we?

Here’s the deal my reader scored:

3 packs of Huggies Snug & Dry (200 count) for a TOTAL of $54.20. That’s less than 10 cents per diaper!

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Let’s break it down…

Huggies Snug & Dry (count varies based on size) is $33.71 on Amazon for a 200 count package of Size 1. Comparable products can be found at big box stores such as Target and Walmart, at a similar price per item.

Amazon currently has a promotion on this item for a $30 savings when you spend $100 – see details here (whoa, that’s a sweet deal in itself). Target has a similar deal where you will get a $30 gift card when you spend $100 (through 1/18/20).

And, if you are a prime member, you can take advantage of 20% off baby products with Subscribe & Save (when you have 5 items). This deal STACKS with the other discount for a huge savings!! I did a quick breakdown of the math for you here:

To unlock the $30 Amazon discount you would have to buy 3 packs, and at Target you would have to buy 5. Then Amazon takes off the 20% Subscribe & Save discount after the $30, which brings it down to $56.90 (for 3 packs!!!).

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Here’s what my cart looks like since I already have subscribe & save items ordered, but you would need to add at least 2 cheapo “fillers” to get that 20% savings. If you need help finding fillers, or are looking for ideas, check out my list of Amazon fillers under $1 here.

So the takeaway here is this – don’t be afraid to get creative with your shopping. You can often stack deals (like subscribe & save with an additional promotion or coupon). Sometimes you have to add small fillers to unlock the full potential of the savings, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Keep in mind price per product, since that’s how you can truly see the value of great deals. Remember, you can cancel your subscribe & save order even after the first shipment – there is no commitment.

Other ideas for this deal if you don’t want or need diapers – you can mix and match any of the following (see the complete list of promotional items here):

This deal would come to $100.37 – minus $30 – minus 20% = $56.29 total (for 720 wipes and 3 bottles of soap delivered):
- 1 x Babyganics Foaming Dish Soap, Pump Bottle, Fragrance Free, 16oz, 3 Pack (already a great deal compared to the Target price even without the extra $30 and 20% off)
- 2 x WaterWipes Unscented Baby Wipes, Sensitive and Newborn Skin, 12 Packs (720 Wipes)

Look at all this you can get for $58.24 total! ($102.80 – minus $30 – minus 20%)

I’m so excited about these deals – can you tell?!! Maybe you don’t have babies, toddlers, or small children, but you may need gifts for relatives, baby showers, etc. Also, everything on this list would be wonderful to donate to a shelter 🙂

Here’s my list of Subscribe & Save fillers under $1:

I hope this helps you save bundles of money! Happy deal hunting!

See all Amazon Subscribe and Save items here

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Tweens and Teens

January 3, 2020March 23, 2020 Florida FeverLeave a comment

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