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Holiday Gift Guide-Women-Rhea Cherie

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The holiday season is here and we’re ready to continue supporting minority-owned businesses and I found one that has some of the best nightwear. There is nothing I love more than sleepwear.

Right now, most everyone is hunkered down at their home and not going out. As much fun as it is to only wear the same thing over and over again, it also gets tiring and boring. Who wants to wear jeans while your kids get homeschooled? I have been searching the Internet for the best loungewear and I found a new one.

Are you looking to relax and recharge? Created to provide comfortable loungewear in intricate designs, Rhea Cherie promotes focusing on self-care in style. With trendy lounge sets and silky nightgowns, you’ll get a real taste for pampering yourself in her products.

I do not usually like nightshirts, but this one was comfortable and I loved that it had long sleeves. The weather in Louisiana is constantly changing, one day cold the next day hot. I now believe I have found the perfect piece to keep me comfortable. It is perfect for lounging around. I can easily pair it with pants and slippers and be warm. It is made with breathability in mind so it works in warmer weather.

If you are looking for a relaxing way to celebrate the holidays, please check out Rhea Cherie, she has made something for everyone.

Holiday Gift Guide-Women-Mali + Lili

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This year Mali + Lili landed on Oprah’s Favorite List for its Crossbody Bag. I wanted to find out more about this company, so I reached out to them.

Mali + Lili is a modern lifestyle accessories brand that was founded in 2017 by JoAnne Wannarachue Lord. The Mali + Lili handbag line quickly filled a void in the market by offering contemporary hands-free designs, great quality, and value. The inspiration for the Mali + Lili brand is the multi-tasking woman. She has many roles and is constantly on-the-go whether it’s her busy career, running errands around town, taking care of her family, or all of the above. Mali + Lili accessories are designed to have multi-functional features.

– Mali + Lili Belt bags, Crossbody bags and, Backpacks allow you to be hands-free and multi-task
– Mali + Lili Mask Scarves look chic work around your neck, on your hat, or in your hair when not covering your face
– Mali + Lili 3 layer Necklaces are convertible and can be worn as a single, double, or triple strand 
Los Angeles based fashion industry executive, JoAnne Wannarachue Lord, started her career in San Francisco, California on the wholesale side of the business representing Accessories and Jewelry lines after graduating from the University of Washington in Seattle. After a few years, JWL transitioned into the retail buying world and worked her way up the corporate ladder as Buyer, Divisional Merchandise Manager, General Merchandise Manager, and VP of Merchandising for companies including Urban Outfitters, Guess by Marciano, Bebe, and New York & Company.
 
Founded in 2017, JWL comes full circle with the launch of Mali + Lili Lifestyle Accessories, a creation of modern, functional, and hands-free bags and accessories using vegan-friendly materials. Designed with busy women in mind, the collection is made to be worn from day to night and everywhere in between thanks to its thoughtfully designed pieces-just think hands-free backpacks, waist bags, and cross-body styles featuring functional details. Whether you are in a business meeting, jet-setting the world, volunteering at school, or running errands around town, the Mali + Lili line of bags and accessories will be there to hold your essentials while you make your moves.  
Named after her two daughters, Mali + Lili offers elevated trend-led accessories that strike the perfect balance between sophisticated and playful.  Mali + Lili handbags and accessories are designed in Los Angeles and made of PETA-Approved quality vegan leather and novelty fabrications. The mask scarves are designed and produced in Los Angeles also.
While under stay at home orders, JWL pivoted her business and designed a sustainable and reusable mask that would help women stay healthy but also look chic. Staying consistent with its philosophy, it introduced the hands-free Mali + Lili Mask Scarf, a lightweight, 4 layer cotton mask scarf that has a pocket for a filter if desired. Mali + Lili Mask Scarf is made of locally sourced up-cycled fabrics and can be worn around your neck as a chic scarf when not covering your face. Mali + Lili Mask Scarf was introduced to friends and families on social media and in July and sold almost 100 pieces over the weekend They are available at  www.maliandlili.com and www.nordstrom.com.
For all these reasons, Mali + Lili was highlighted in Oprah’s Favorite Things. Mali + Lili  Josie Crossbody bag was a standout as a stylish small size three-compartment cross-body purse that features an adjustable long shoulder strap with 3 section zipper closure that can be worn in many different ways. Perfect for those days when carrying a handbag is not an option. I love the ease of use. The exterior is made from high quality 100% eco-friendly vegan PU leather, while the interior consists of a striped fabric lining and gold-tone hardware. PU leather is durable and easy to clean, simply just wipe with water to keep this bag looking new.
This will make the perfect gift this holiday season.

Holiday Gift Guide-Women-LASCANA

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It’s hard to believe that we are so close to the holidays. I am sure that we have gotten all our holiday shopping going. Everyone is going to be in a rush to grab last-minute items before it is too late. While that may be one challenge, one of the more difficult challenges is figuring out what to get someone.

Look no further, LASCANA has you covered!  They are committed to creating stunning, high quality, and affordable collections and pieces ranging from sizes 0 to 24 and cups AA to G.  So they have something to suit practically every woman’s needs.  Today, I’m going to share just a couple of pieces with you that I fell in love with.

LASCANA is a brand brought to you from Europe. With over 15 years of retail experience over there, LASCANA launched its US online shop early in 2017 with a mission to inspire the American woman to look and feel fabulous in her own body.

Winter Print Pajama Set

You can celebrate the holiday this season with this adorable Winter Print Pajama Set, which means you can be comfortable, spread cheer, and look great. This pajama set will quickly become a favorite for the entire winter.

The long sleeve top features a rounded neckline and  reindeer front print.  The pants are super soft and offer an elastic drawstring waistband so you can adjust to the perfect fit.  And who doesn’t love pockets!?  They also feature side pockets!  This machine-washable set is definitely a must-have. I love how it makes you feel cozy and ready for the season.

Smocked Paisley Blouse

Trendy, eye-catching, and loose-fitting, this Paisley Blouse will look great on anyone. It has smocking at the hem and wrists. The Narrow V-neck has a ruffle collar. It’s great for all year round to wear. The blouse has vibrant colors that stand out and it is very comfortable. I paired it with leggings for my zoom meetings and got many compliments on it.

For the holiday season, they have launched affordable lingerie, cozy pajamas, and tops perfect  for Stocking Stuffers.