We Aim To Slay

Don’t let holiday gift buying get you down – I’ve got the scoop on all things presents with the 2024 We Aim To Slay Holiday Gift Guide! 

My Ambassador Discounts

Officially live is my “Brand Ambassador Discount” page, which can take you directly to the websites of the brands I not only love but stand by! Also available on this page are my discount codes for each company!

Now let’s get into the hottest items of the season!

For the Athletes

We all know at least one person who eats, sleeps, and breathes fitness, so why not treat them to their favorite things?!

Astoria Activewear offers athleisure sets that are comfortable, adorable, and practical! They recently released several new collections – the Black & Cream collection has been calling my name! – Not only are Astoria’s clothing super comfortable and very stylish, they make a splash in every setting!

We’ve all been dragged to the latest workout trend with our athletic friends, and after a bone crushing workout, you’re left feeling sweaty and exhausted. Enter Apres Active Beauty! This skincare brand was specifically designed to refresh your complexion post-workout, and to be environmentally friendly!

I love to keep the Cool + Glow Facial Towelettes on hand for everyday use! Not only does the oil infusions help to rehydrate my skin after lifting heavy, but they double as a makeup remover for the days when I head straight to the gym from work.

If you’re someone who prefers working out in a non-traditional setting – i.e., not at the gym – I highly recommend the brand Indo Board! While it was designed to help surfers train on dry land, the Indo Board can be used in many different ways to train your entire body! Whether I’m taking a roadtrip or traveling to a pageant, this is one kit that always makes it into the car because you can perform a number of full body exercises without traveling with a lot of equipment.

For the Fashionistas

By now you all know that I love all things fashion and accessories! And so, I’m excited to be sharing some of my favorite brands to shop with!

For all things pageant and prom I always turn to Dazzle Boutique! Not only do they offer a wide range of evening and cocktail dresses, but their boutique offers a wide array of clothing and accessories for your day to day life!

If you’re looking for the pure joy that can only be experienced through finding the most perfect item in the most unexpected way, make your way down to your local vintage shop! I’m always excited to make my way to Renee’s Resale because it’s like a treasure hunt each time! 

It’s easy to jazz up any outfit by adding knockout accessories, and I’m so excited to announce my newest ambassadorship – Saga Jewels! I’ll be diving more in depth in our partnership in next week’s post, but for now, I highly recommend this brand for anyone hoping to up their gold jewelry game! Not only are the pieces beautiful, but they are of very high quality!

And if you’re looking for a more practical and everyday accessory, I swear by Zenni Optical! These designer quality frames are incredibly affordable, and ship within two weeks of placing your order! So far I only have two sets of Zenni glasses, but I’ll be adding to my collection in the new year!

For the Creatives

At this point you all know that I cannot function without my nails done! For me, the most effective way to keep my nails looking camera ready was to start doing my own gel manicures at home – using Le Mini Macaron and Beetles! Both of these brands offer a wide range of polish shades and nail care items, making it easier than ever to create fun and festive manicures!

And if you’re the type of person that prefers to switch up their polish more frequently, then you’ll love the LMM Le Sweet collection – fast drying, non-gel polishes in all of the fan-favorite shades! I’m hoping to get my hands on this set around Xmas time!!

If you’re shopping for a makeup lover, there are so many amazing eyeshadow products on the market right now! Here are four eyeshadow palettes with different colorways:

R.E.M. Beauty Wicked Ozdust Palette – You’d have to be living under a rock to not have heard about the recent release of the movie Wicked, and Ariana Grande’s beauty line has created a stunning palette to accompany the release! Not only does the palette offer some really beautiful shimmer shades that would look great in an everyday look, there are some stand out colors that would be fun to play with such as the marbled pink and deep greens!

Tarte Maneater After Dark – These beautiful and rich shades will help you create day and night looks, all with one palette! I’m loving these warm hues and these purple shades!

Natasha Denona Roxa Palette – If pop music is any indication, we’re moving into our #SoftGirlEra! Create all of your Bridgerton-coded, Sabrina-Carpenter-inspired looks using this gorgeous palette, featuring a collection of soft pinks and vibrant purples!

Juvia’s Place Culture Palette – If you love to play with color, this is the palette for you! Not only does this palette offer shades in every color of the rainbow, there’s also a collection of matte and shimmer shades to create an endless amount of colorful looks!

Don’t Forget About Small Business Saturday!

I’m a big fan of deals, but I’m a bigger fan of investing in quality products that will last me a long time. That’s why I like to shop locally whenever possible!

At this point you’re well familiar with my love of Dazzle Boutique, but they’re not my only CT-based go-to! If you’re looking for some pristine vintage pieces, I recommend Renee’s Resale! Both of these boutiques offer a wide range of formal attire, everyday clothes, and unique accessories!

For my mystic mama’s, you’ve got to check out Kelly’s Crystals, located in Torrington, CT! Not only does this boutique carry every crystal you can imagine, they also carry an array of locally crafted home goods such as yarn items and soaps! And, you can get your crystals wire wrapped for everyday transportation!

What Do You Think?

What sorts of products are you on the hunt for this holiday season? Let me know in the comments below!

I’ll be back next week to discuss my newest ambassadorship – Saga Jewels! In the meantime, happy shopping everyone!

Have a great rest of your week, and remember to SLAY!