Beauty

A Month of Celebration!

September is my favorite month of the year: this weekend I’m celebrating my 31st birthday, and later this month W.A.T.S. is turning 10!

Skincare Through the Ages

It should come as no surprise that as we age as does our skin – but have you considered that the products you love may be doing more harm than good? Let’s take a deep dive on proper skincare techniques through the ages!

The July Round-Up!

Welcome back to the Monthly Round-Up! This month the focus shifted from creating eye-catching editorial looks, back to the basics: makeup you can wear all day, every day – including a brand new tutorial on how I create a flawless base, no matter where the glam takes me!

For the Love of {Local} Fashion!

The world of fashion is vast and universal; and your local community is more robust than you can imagine! After 20 years in the New England fashion world as a model, journalist, and photographer, I’m excited to add a new feather to my cap – vendor! Today we’re paying homage to the fashion communities that…

The June Round-Up!

As we bid farewell to June, I’m sharing the makeup looks that defined the introduction to summer – and sharing exactly how I created them! Welcome to the June Round-Up!

SLAY Your Vacay – Travel Packing 101!

This week we’re rounding out the SLAY Your Vacay series with a life-changing packing hack – the Sudoku Packing Method! And as the world’s worst packer alive, I swear, this will be my new approach going forward!

SLAY Your Vacay – Travel Beauty & Skincare 101!

Vacation season is almost here – have you packed your suitcase yet?! Welcome back to the We Aim To Slay 2026 vacation series! In today’s article I’m sharing my secrets to getting all of my skin care & makeup to my destination, including products and packing kits! Let’s SLAY!

The Secret to Selecting Your Signature Scent Pt. 2: the Art of Layering!

Earlier this year I introduced the idea of selecting your signature scent: the fragrance that becomes your calling card, instantly alerting people to your presence when you arrive and lingering long after you leave. Since then I’ve been experimenting with layering, testing new scents, and even creating my own super blend! Let’s get into it!…

The April Round-Up!

So long April, it’s gonna be May! We’re closing out the month with the April Round-Up – filled to the brim with makeup looks and products to help kickstart your whimsy-maxxing journey!

The Magic of Matched Sets!

Getting dressed doesn’t have to be the hardest part of the day, especially when you’re working with matched sets!

Welcome back to We Aim To Slay – this week we’re diving into the magic that is co-ord dressing: including where to buy them, how to pick the best set for your wardrobe, and how to…

Happy Earth Day!

Happy Earth Day! I am so excited to debut these photos – shot by Jerome, and paint by Stacey – to commemorate Earth Day 2026, “Our Planet, Our Power.” I hope these images and words inspire you to get out into the world, and leave it better than how we found it!

The Often Neglected Process of Washing your Makeup Brushes

Babe, let me hold your hand when I ask you this – when was the last time you washed your makeup brushes? Today on We Aim To Slay we’re discussing the best ways to clean your brushes, the products I’ve tried, and the methods recommended by the American Association of Dermatology!

Introducing…The Strong Hold Gel!

I am so excited to introduce you to the newest member of the Love Ur Curls product line – the Strong Hold Gel! Officially available today, the Strong Hold Gel has been a pivotal part of reviving my curls post a winter of straightening.

Today I’m sharing my real and unfiltered thoughts (and results!) with…

The Spring Hair Update!

Warmer weather means one thing in New England – the return of the rain and humidity! At this point in the year I exchange my flat iron for the carefree ease of #CurlyGirl life & that means updating my hair care routine!

Purple Nail Art For Spring!

Happy #WATSWednesday, and welcome to March!

Even though we’re expecting more snow here in New England, this time of year always reminds me that spring is right around the corner. I’ll be manifesting warmer weather by creating this spring-inspired nail art – and today I’m sharing exactly how to recreate this manicure!

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Get Unready With Me!

The secret to creating your best makeup look? A solid skin care routine! Today I’m sharing the products in my current rotation, focusing on my nighttime routine!

My Winter Hair Care Switch-Up!

Whether I’m wearing my natural curls or straightened strands, I want to ensure I’m nourishing and protecting my hair all year long. This winter I’ve decided to switch it up, opting to wear my hair straight – and Love Ur Curls is protecting my hair with products like “Deep Condition + Repair”!

I’m Taylor

Welcome to We Aim To Slay, a fashion and lifestyle blog dedicated to reinforcing the idea that true beauty comes from having the confidence to be authentically yourself!

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