Xoxo, I. Joelle

4/09/2021

Swimsuit Round-Up

The warmer weather is here and it's time to hit the pool or beach. I love having plenty of options when it comes to swimsuits. Some of my favorite places to shop for swimsuits are Lane Bryant, Old Navy, Target and Wal-Mart. One place I want to try a swimsuit from is Eloquii and Swimsuitsforall. Over the years Gabbi Fresh Plus-Size Blogger has been collaborating with Swimsuits For All and giving us curvy sisters a run for our money. I haven't tried it out yet but I hopefully I can this Summer.

My Favorite places to shop :

Target

Lane Bryant

Old Navy

WalMart

Places I want to try this year:

Eloquii

Swimsuits for All

March Amazon Purchases

Last month I needed to head to AA ( Amazon Anonymous) because I made so many purchases. I love how easy it is to type what you need in the search bar, decided if it's Prime and then Bam! You just bought too many things in one setting*le sigh*. I was going to cancel my prime membership but I decided to change my mind and keep it because Timothy and I both benefit from it. Below are a few items that I purchased last month.

Card Reader/Birthday Year Necklace/ Men's Silicone Ring/ Vacuum Cleaner Corded /IntialNecklace Pendant/ 12 Acrylic Earring Set/ Lingerie Dress/Birthday Candles/30 Balloon

*By clicking on the links above I do receive a small commission .

What were your Amazon purchases last month?

March Recap

March such a fun month for me ! It was my birthday month for one and during this month I accomplished some goals. Back in March I landed a one a GREAT paid campaign and I can't wait to share the details. But in the meantime I'll be sharing some of my favorites from the month of March.

1.My Style

This month I feel like I've stepped it up a little bit towards the end of the month to prepare for my birthday. I shopped online at the beginning of the month just in time to rock these outfits during my birthday weekend.

Friday

Saturday Night Out

Birthday Look

3.Kate Spade Bag

I purchased a new bag for my birthday which I started this tradition last year during quarantine. Kate Spade has surprises sales everyday and this particular bag was on sale for $89. I couldn't pass it up and the color was perfect.

4. Chanel Chance

This has been my perfume scent of the month. I finally hit the first bottle of the scent of this set. I've has this since 2018 in the summer.

5.Hair Style

I've been trying new hairstyles my natural hair and I think I found my new go to style. This ponytail style has become my new favorite this month. I even switched things up by adding a different hair type of ponytail.

Stay tuned for more to come this month! Hopefully I can get back to doing weekly recaps this month.

Cheers To 30!

Ya'll it's my 30th Birthday 30 on 3/30 honey and I feel that it's something so special about this birthday. Last year I couldn't celebrate the way I wanted to because of COVID-19 but I made it happen.

"They tried it, they went for it. All year you're still here, just ignore it. " - Drake

As I reflect and close the chapter on my 20's I can say I'm content. I accomplished so much in my 20's when I look back on it. From landing major campaigns, traveling, getting married to my best friend, getting my bachelors degree, becoming an aunt and getting a job I always wanted. The list goes on but the most important thing I've gained in my 20's is loving myself and accepting Ireana!

Whew it was a ride to get here, trips, falls mistakes, setbacks etc. But here I am Thirty and Thriving, I feel like I've stepped over into another level of my life. Another level of setting boundaries, doing what I love, more life a living with purpose.

My Mantras for 30

Healing is important
Everything I want is on the other side of fear
" It is what it is.."
I'm worth it and more
Find a way to make it happen
Trust the process
Live as if it's the last day
Wake up with a purpose
Live not just survive
Set those healthy boundaries
Normalize "I don't want to" without an explanation
My peace and mental health is important

Xo,

Ireana

Athleta Try-On Haul

Last weekend I hosted a Private Shopping Party at Athleta as a celebration of my birthday month. I invited a few friends to try on some pieces and shop some the latest of what Athleta has. During the private shopping party we had a chance to try one some pieces and do the blogger things that we do. I did walk away with new outfit after trying on some pieces. Stay tuned to see what I purchased. But right now I'm sharing what I tried on. Everything is 3x or size 24!