As I explained in my stories yesterday, I wanted this week’s Friday Five to deliver five of my favorite things that cost at or below $40. I received a couple of your recommendations for this list too, which I include at the end!
If you missed it, I went spent last weekend with some of my best girlfriends in celebration of a birthday. In lieu of presents for herself, the birthday girl suggested that we play ‘the favorite things’ game. Basically, it’s just like White Elephant, but instead of a $10 gift that will just get tossed out later, you set a spending limit and bring one or a few things that you use and love. The idea is that those playing the game will go home with a treat – something they wouldn’t have necessarily thought to buy for themselves. For example, I brought my holy grail hair tool – the Revlon one step hair dryer. Another one of my friends thought to bring the Lululemon belt bag and another friend brought her favorite face tanning drops.
My Five Favorite Things Under $40
Tarte In Bloom Eyeshadow Palette
Okay, so technically this is over the spending limit – it’s $42 – but it goes on sale often and it’s the palette I use every single day. I feel like the colors in this eyeshadow palette are perfect for any skin tone and I love that it has a mixture of shimmery shades and matte finishes. It’s SO good and the colors are super pigmented so a little bit goes a long way. You definitely get your money’s worth with this one!
Stainless Steel Tumbler
This had to be on my list. I’ve talked about it before, but it’s worth bringing up again! I use this 32 oz stainless steel tumbler all day EVERY day. It does an amazing job of keeping my iced coffee and water cold and the bottom tapers off so it fits perfectly in my car’s cupholder! Just be sure not to put the lid in the dishwasher. I made that mistake and it no longer closes tightly, but I don’t even care lol!
Hourglass Mini Ambient Lighting Bronzer
Another beauty item. I’ve had this mini bronzer for YEARS and I’ve yet to see the bottom of the tray show through. This bronzer is BEAUTIFUL and adds such a pretty glow. It also doesn’t take much to make it show up on your face so that’s why it has lasted me so long. There are three different shades to choose from – I use the color ‘radiant bronze light’.
Loopycase
I’ve had a loopycase on my phone since shortly after Fischer was born and I tell you, it is a GAME CHANGER. Being able to loop it around my finger as I’m carrying a toddler has saved my phone from so many drops I am positive of it. It also just makes it easier to grip it securely – just in general. The case itself is sturdy and protective as well It even protects your camera lenses since it has a raised lip around the opening. Loopycases are priced right at $39 but you can use my code AFBLOG10 to take it down to $36.50!
Coach Wristlet Wallet
This wristlet has been my wallet for about 3 years now and I love it. I have the solid black but they have other colors too! It has a zip closer for two openings and is the perfect size for taking out on the town or tossing in your purse or diaper bag during the day! The wrist loop also makes it super convenient for carrying around hands-free. This coupled with my Loopycase is what I call convenience to the max 🙂
That’s it for me! I would love to hear if you find anything new from this list that you purchase and love! Tag me in a post over on Instagram (@amandamfontenot) so that I can see!!
Follower Favorites
Stanley Tumbler with Handle – One of y’all said this was one of your favorite things and I’ve hard the same thing from several different people (both in person and online)! They are often out of stock, but I just checked the website and it says they’ll be restocking in three days, so if you’re interested set a reminder!
Trufflehunter White and Black Set – I thought this was such a unique suggestion! Have you ever used truffle oil in your cooking? It’s absolutely DELICIOUS. I haven’t tried this particular set, but I’m betting you can’t go wrong!
Essential Oil Diffuser – This person didn’t give a specific brand or link, but I linked the one I have and love! It’s priced at $42 but currently has a %10 coupon in the listing!
Alright, my friends. That is it from me for this Friday Five 🙂 Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
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