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One of the best things to do on holidays is to shop for gifts. After all, is the season to give. I have so many sisters. So, I am always on the lookout for what to shop for them. Here I have rounded up some of the best holiday gift ideas for her.

So, if you need ideas of the best holiday gift ideas for any lady on your list, this is the place for you. This list focuses on fashion items to shop for them. You can shop for statement pieces, designer dupes, or accessories for them.

Also, these items are all under $100. The good thing is that Black Friday is just around the corner. So, you can shop the best black Friday deals for these gift ideas for her.

Best Holiday gift ideas for her

Surprise that special lady in your life with this gift round-up. This list is in three categories depending on what you’re looking for. Fashion clothing for the fashionista in your life. You can gift them fashion clothing for Christmas, new year, or that fashion piece on their bucket list.

Also, you can shop for accessories that they can use to dress up their outfit like shoes, bags, fashion jewelry, hats, etc. The last category is practical lifestyle gifts that they can use beyond the holidays.

Best Outfit Gift Ideas for Her

Blazer and Coat Set (Co-ord set)

For the boss lady in your life grinding to meet her goals. Gift her this two-piece blazer and coat set from Chic me. This outfit is perfect work wear for her. Also, she can wear it as a work-from-home outfit for zoom calls or face-time work calls. The plus side is that she can easily transition this outfit from work wear to a holiday party outfit.

Click here to buy a Blazer set.

2. Sweater pant sets

A sweatpant set is one of the best holiday gift ideas for her. Since we literarily do not go out much these days due to the pandemic, this set is perfect for her. Moreover, shoulder pad tee shirts are so in trend now. Get these trendy sets she can dress up for a party, outing, or as a work-from-home outfit.

I also love the slit on the pants. Slit-on pant is one of the latest fashion trends that are here to stay. So, if you’re looking for one of the best gift ideas for her, this is it. She’ll cherish it for a long time.

Click here to buy a pant set for her

3. Corset Waist Shirtdress

Shirt dresses are a must-have for every lady. So, if you’re looking for a gift idea for your minimalist friend or sis, shop for a shirt dress for her.

I love corset dresses because it is super chic. It is flattering for all body types. You can wear corset dresses to flatter your body without needing shapewear. Also, it is a dressy look for any lady.

She can wear it for a date night, for a holiday party, and as a wedding guest dress. It is one of the best holiday gift ideas for her you need to buy it ASAP.

Click here to buy a corset dress

4. Solid Ribbed top and pant set

Another of the best holiday outfit ideas for her is this ribbed top and distressed pant set. It is perfect for your stylish stay-at-home mum, or friend who works from home.

I love the pant primarily because of the distress on the thigh. Also, she can wear it for the perfect airport outfit whether for long or short-haul flights.

I bet she’d practically live in this outfit all seasons. She can get as much use from this set. As a perfect base for layering as it gets cooler.

Click here to buy a sweatpant set

5. Workout set

For all your fit fam friends or ladies, gift them this two-piece workout set from Chic me. Most women wear a loose tee shirt and leggings or shorts for working out. You can upgrade your workout wear with this set. I am sure she will be motivated to burn those extra calories.

Click here to buy a pair of Leggings

Best Practical Gift Ideas for Her

Not all the ladies in our lives are fashionistas. Some of them love gifts that they can use beyond holidays. So, for those ladies who love practical gifts, I have put together this list for them. All these gifts are under $50.

1. Book

For the book lovers in your life, you can gift them a great book for the holiday. Although, it may seem like they own all the books you could give them. You can gift them access to an Amazon kindle subscription to enable them to have access to as many books as they want.

2. Aromatherapy Room boost

I love the smell of a good home. So, I use aromatherapy room boost for my home from Adoratherapy. They have several room-boost aromatherapy perfumes you can gift any practical lady for the holiday. These room boosts have several therapeutic benefits for the family. You can read my post on the benefit of using Aromatherapy in your home.

Adoratherapy oils are very affordable. She can use it in her home, office, or for travel. You can shop for these oils for under $10. I promise you they’d love it. Also, you can buy the room boost oil set to last her longer for just $50.

3. Journal

Another of the best holiday gift ideas for her is a journal or notepad. It is very easy these days to get overwhelmed with work, blogging, school, family, etc. Gifting her a journal will enable her to organize her day. Although, I am not much of a planner but sometimes find myself using scraps of paper to jot down my to-do list or goals. These papers I lose these in transit or throw these out in error when cleaning.

Since we women by default are organizers. A journal will enable her to keep track of her daily checklist for the holidays and beyond.

Click here to buy a notepad

4. 3 in Hair curler and Dryer

The current pandemic has made the idea of DIY so appealing. I had to learn to take care of my hair at home i.e. taking care of my African hair and wigs. These I would have done easily in the saloon. So, a practical gift idea you can give a lady this holiday is a 3-in-1 curler, straightener, and dryer.

I love this 3-in-1 set because she can use it to dry her hair after a shower and straighten or curl her with ease at home. Also, this gift she will use this for as long as possible for personal grooming.

Click here to buy 2 in 1 straightener and curler

Best Accessory Gift Ideas for Her

Accessories are the high point of every outfit. They are one of the best holiday gift ideas for her to buy this festive season. This can be shoes, bags, hats, scarves, jewelry, etc. They are great gift ideas for her this holiday. So, read on to see the accessory idea you can shop for her this holiday. All items are under $50.

1. Amina Muaddi Designer Dupe Strap heels

Amina Muaddi’s designer trend of square-toe heels is the biggest of all time. However, this is a designer brand which prices that on the high side. You can opt for the affordable designer dupe of these heels. It is one of the best holiday gift ideas for her that I love.

Click here to buy a pair of Amina muaddi Designer dupe heels

3. Dupe bags

This round-up list is incomplete without bags. Bags are a must-have accessory for every lady. This year’s trends of designer bags of Balenciaga and Dior are a great addition to her bag collection. However, if you can’t afford the real things, get her the designer handbag dupe or replica.

Click here to buy Balenciaga Le Cagole dupe

4. Bucket hats

Call me whatever, I love a good bucket hat. Another of the best holiday gift ideas for her is a bucket hat. For the latest fashion trends of a bucket hats, opt for the thicker hats. I can do without hats for my outfit. However, since I live in the hottest part of the world, they come in handy. She can wear it for a walk on the beach or protect herself on those sunny days.

Click here to buy a bucket hat

5. Dad’s shoes ( sneakers)

I am a fan of peeking into the men’s section to shop for my closet. Chunky dad sneakers are a vibe this year. They are unisex and fun. If you have a friend who doesn’t mind borrowing from the men’s section, gift her chunky dad sneakers for the holiday. So, she can let go of her man’s shoes.

Click here to buy a pair of sneakers

Holiday Gift ideas for her: Best Gift Ideas for everywoman on your list

Every woman loves to feel and look beautiful. So, we try to achieve these by pampering our bodies and dressing to feel good. One of such ways to look amazing in your outfit is by wearing shapewear. Although, it is believed that you need to have a big tummy or plus size to wear shapewear. However, using shapewear is independent of body size or shape. Both slim and size ladies can use shapewear for their outfits. My siblings (that are slim) use shapewear in their outfits for several reasons. Why do not shapewear you may ask? Here are 5 reasons you need shapewear for your closet.

5 reasons you need shapewear.

There are several benefits to owning and wearing shapewear that you never thought mattered for your look. Let’s dive into the reasons you need to start collecting shapewear for your fashion closet Asap!

1. To smooth your outfit

Have you ever wished for the sleek body of your celebrity crush? Some of them look chic in their outfit because they wear shapewear in them. Shapewear helps to give your outfit a smooth feel on the body. That is it smoothes out your body so the outfit sits well on you. If you want to look put together in your clothes, wear shapewear to smooth out your outfit.

2. Hide problem areas of your body

Being a woman, I sometimes worry about the changes the body has to go through as you age and give birth. Some of us have to deal with the extra bulk, post-baby body, cellulite, etc. So, to help you hide these areas and suck it in, use shapewear in your outfit. There are several options you can shop for your body needs. You can shop shapewear to suck in your tummy or to smooth out the thighs. Also, some shapewear is made to give your girls a lift ( serving cleavage). So, you look like a model in your outfits, anyway, anytime.

You can shop for different styles of shapewear from Sculptshe official. They are an online fashion brand that offers affordable shapewear for women of all sizes and shapes. Head on to their site to shop shapewear for your closet.

Also read: 8 style tips on how to wear bralette.

3. Erase Visible panty lines

I always feel awkward when someone another lady has to whisper to me that my panty lines are for show. Omg! No lady likes visible panty lines showing in their outfit. It kinda makes people form an opinion about you which can be bad all the time. So, to erase these pant lines, opt for full-body shapewear.

4. Boost confidence

I am a firm believer that every woman is pretty whether plus-size or slim. So, I frown when other people body shame women for their body size or shape. Using shapewear in your clothes to smooth out problem areas can give a boost of confidence. We all know that a confident woman can achieve anything. To help you stay and look confident in your outfit, use shapewear.

5. Create a slim Silhouette

Shapewear helps you create a slim silhouette in your outfit. For those women who are on the plus size and are trying to lose weight. You can incorporate shapewear into your routine. Shop a plus size latex waist trainer to help you see the vision to keep you motivated. Also, slim women, you want to cinch their body to create a simmer frame can use shapewear to achieve this.

Although some shapewear can be quite discouraging and uncomfortable, there are softer material options to shop. Moreover, the benefit of using shapewear is worth it.

5 Reasons you need shapewear in your closet

Airbnb is one of the best ways to get great and affordable stays for your travel. This brand has revamped the travel industry. Now, you can get the best apartment for your travel at an affordable price from the comfort of your home. Airbnb is an online brand that connects homeowners or home rental services with travelers. You can book a room or an entire apartment for your stay depending on your budget and your needs. But booking the best stay for your Airbnb travel can be quite dicey. Sometimes, most apartment experiences may not seem the way they look in pictures. I have not had had a bad experience using Airbnb for my travel. So, here are my 9 tips for booking Airbnb for travel as a first-timer

One the reasons I had put off most of my travels for the longest time is due to cost of accommodation. Aside the cost of transportation ( air, bus or train), food, tour, I try as much to keep the cost low on places to stay. So, I opt to visit places where I have a relative or friend that I can stay with. However, with Airbnb, you need not worry of where to stay. After sorting out your stay, you can read my post on travel essentials.

When should you book Airbnb?

There are several reason you need Airbnb. You can opt for Airbnb apartment for local and international travels. So, if you need to go for an examination in another city and you need place to stay, opt for Airbnb. There are several host that allows stay-in in their apartment for at least a day. So, you can book Airbnb for a short stay trip locally or internationally. You can stay in Airbnb for a few days vacation, family trip, business meeting or even a road trip with a short stop over.

Airbnb Apartment is a perfect option when you’re travelling in a large group. This makes it easier to get everyone in one place instead of different rooms as in the case of hotels with min of double beds. You can search for an Airbnb apartment that will take on as much guest that you want. All Airbnb host indicates the number of people their home or room can take at a time.

Also you are such that prefer to have home cooked meals. Opt for an Airbnb to enable you cook your own dishes. Moreover, since the pandemic, cooking your own meals is better than eating out. Cooking your meals also help you save on meals. Although, to have a feel of your locale you travel to, you need to try out the local dishes too. However, if you’re on a tight budget, cook your own meals to cut cost.

How to book an Airbnb Apartment?

Airbnb is an online brand so, you can only book for your apartment online. There are several options available to the host to determine how guest’s can use their apartment ( Request to book or instant booking). Personally, I have only experienced instant booking via Airbnb.

First, you need to type in the preferred location into the Airbnb search box. You can either filter by prices, nearby places or experience. There are so many apartment you can choose from on this website. If you find an apartment that you love, all you have to do is book.

Select your dates of stay and check availability on the site. If those dates are no longer available, you will have to choose other dates. And if changing your dates is not favorable for you, opt for another apartment that will suite your needs.

Airbnb accepts several payment methods like credit card, debit cards, prepaid card or PayPal. However, cash payment is not acceptable on this platform. Airbnb charges you as soon as you make a reservation. There is option to book and paylater.

9 Tips for booking Airbnb for travel

Choosing the best apartment for your stay will make your travel enjoyable and fun. So, to help you get the most out of your Airbnb stay, this tips will come in handy.

Look out for the Sparkle badge on host listing

The recent times demands us to take our hygiene personally. I have horror stories of some rooms looking so unkept. In other to put host on check, Airbnb has set up a 5 step guideline they have to follow to earn this badge.

So, to keep yourself save during these times, ensure you book rooms that has the sparkle badge. This shows that they comply with the Airbnb guidelines for safety and health.

Property type

There are several property for rental on Airbnb. So, before you book the property that suites you need. You can opt for a single room for solo travel or room with double bed for 2 guest. Also you can opt for large property for family trip. There are some listings that provides properties with several rooms for group trip. I used an Airbnb property recently that had about 3 blocks of flat in the compound. Each flat can contain at least 4 guest. So, if you find such property for a group trip, it will make it easier to have everyone in same compound. Property listing usually available on Airbnb include;

Entire place
Private rooms
Shared rooms
Hotel rooms: some hotels also list their rooms on Airbnb. So if you’d prefer hotels, you can book via Airbnb.

Filter with Amenities on property

Host on Airbnb do not provide all the amenities you may need for your travel. So, before you book your room, check for must-have amenities for your travel. For example if you’d be working during your stay you may need Wifi servies.

Also if you need to do your laundry, search for rooms with washer. Some facilities provided shared access to washer, ironing services and swimming pools. So, if you need private access these facilities, opt for listings with these services available. On my last hang out with my siblings to an Airbnb property, there was no iron available in the room. We had to use the shared iron available downstairs for the compound.

Get more information on the listing Neighbourhood

Another tip for booking Airbnb for your travel is to get to know the listing neighborhood. This is something I failed to do on my last Airbnb booking. It was a bumpy ride to the host apartment. Also, the location was far from the city’s side attractions. So, to access places like restaurants or parks, I had to spend a lot for transportation.

Before you book your listing for travel, ensure you look for apartments that are close to the city’s attraction. Also, listing with easy access to transport, market, restaurant, beaches or parks will help you reduce cost on your trip.

To make easy for me to book Airbnb for the best experience, I use the search box to input my preferred area. So, instead of typing in “Bali”, I input a more specific area in Bali so I get the best options. This narrows your search down and you zoom in to see the best listings available.

Read Reviews of other guest

As with any online payment I make, I ensure I read reviews of other buyers. This is to get a general overview based on other people experience. Airbnb request guest to review their stay with host on their listing. So, reading other guest review will help you decide whether to book a listing.

However, a negative review doesn’t mean that you should avoid such host. This is because based on previous feedback, the host may have improved their services.

Also, reviews can help you get the best experience on the property. For example, a host may add Wi-Fi as an added service. So, reviews from guests may tell you if the Wi-Fi works fine or not.

Check the charges and total listing Fee

There are added charges that are applied by host on Airbnb. These charges asides the stay fee adds to the total booking fee before check out. I always ensure that I pay attention to these fees before payment. I have had an instance where the cleaning charge was too high for an host compared to another. Other times the cleaning charge may be more than your actually charge for stay-in.

So, I would recommend you book from an host whose additional service charges are not over the roof. This is because a high service fee can hike up your total charge of booking your stay. I love to cut cost to the barest minimum, so I book listings that have a fair service fee.

Read the cancellation policy and check in instruction

Airbnb host always have their cancelation policy in their listing. So, before you book your Airbnb, read the cancelation policy of the host. There are 3 cancelation policy on Airbnb; Flexible, strict or Moderate.

If you travel date is certain, you can book a host that has either strict or moderate policy. However, you can opt for host with flexible cancelation policy incase you’re unsure of your travel dates.

Also, also contact the host for check in instruction. This is so you can have access to apartment with hassle. Some host may have workers at the apartment to assist you, leave the key in place that will be disclosed to you or receive you by themselves. Be mindful of the check-in time that comes with your booking. This because some guest may be leaving before your arrival. Check in with your host for such information and ask any questions as regards your stay.

Book your stay in Advance

Another tip for booking Airbnb for your travel is to book in Advance. This because most great listing gets booked faster. More so, during peak travel season, you may have to settle for what is available. So, I would recommend you book your stay early as soon as your travel dates are confirmed.

I love to search for Airbnb listing past the first page. You may stumble upon great apartments and affordable deals from hosts while you search. So, for your travel, do a thorough search on Airbnb for the best apartment to meet your need.

9 Tips for booking Airbnb for travel: First timer guide

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
August 28, 2022
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A major fashion need that people pay less attention to is jewelry. It is so easy to put a stylish look together without wearing Jewelry. I also fall into this category sometimes. We all know that it is not every day that we feel like dressing to impress. Personalized name jewelry is one fashion trend that you need in your fashion collection. You can treat yourself, boo, friend, or buddies to this type of jewelry. There are several types you can add to your collection from necklaces, rings, & bracelets. So, if you are looking to hop on this trend, here is a simple guide on shopping for your personalized jewelry.

What is a personalized jewelry?

Personalized jewelry is that which has a special meaning to the recipient. It can be their name, initials, name of someone dear, or a lover. This type of jewelry is very popular and a trend for 2020.

So, if you’re looking to get something special that will resonate with your recipient. Gift them personalized jewelry. However, before shopping for such jewelry for anyone. You need to know them and what will resonate with them. For example, if I want to shop for a name necklace for a bestie, I need to know what name she would like. So, I can opt for her name or that of a loved one to be made on the jewelry.

How to wear a personalized jewelry?

It is not uncommon for women to jewelry than men. However, personalized jewelry can be is unisex. You can gift it to both men or women. Also, children can wear this type of jewelry. So, you can give your child or your friends and family members children this type of jewelry.

There are several options you can choose for personalized jewelry. It can be gold ( rose gold or white gold), silver, or gold plated. I prefer gold plated jewelry. You can choose name jewelry, bar jewelry with name engravings, or simply monogram (Initials of the name)

Personalized jewelry can be worn on different occasions. You can wear it for work or a casual outing. Also, you can wear it for a dinner date or night out with friends.

Personalized name necklace I love because I can layer them with other necklaces. To get the best out of layering my necklaces, I layer necklaces of the same color. Also, you can layer a thin name necklace with a chain-link necklace for an edgy look.

Asides from necklaces you also layer your personalized name bracelets with your wristwatch. Also, you can layer your name bracelet with other bracelets for a chic look.

Where to shop

There are so many jewelry stores online and in store, you can shop for personalized jewelry. All you have to do to order is add your preferred name or choice in your cart.

The jeweler will make it your taste. I love the fact you can play with different font styles for your jewelry. Also, you can choose to shop for engraving writings on your jewelry.

One of the best places to shop for personalized jewelry is Etsy. Etsy is an online fashion and lifestyle retailer that hosts a loss of vendors. Also, the jewelry is very affordable between $25- 150 dollars. It depends on the value of the gold or karat or details requested for your jewelry.

Etsy online brand is easy to navigate to shop your own jewelry. All you have to do is to type into the search box “Name jewelry or personalized jewelry”. Also, you can search with more specific terms like ” name necklace or monogram bracelets”. You can shop for any jewelry of your choice by adding to cart. At check out, you need to provide the name or letter of your choice.

I love to shop for personalized jewelry from Etsy shop. Although my recent jewelry was stalled due to the pandemic. It still came in good time. Also, I will be sharing my experience shopping my name necklace and the brand.

Name necklace review || Etsy shop

I love to hop on trends that are timeless like name jewelry. Although, it not advisable to shop trends because they fizzle out fast. I shop my personalized name necklace on etsy from MyPictureNecklace brand. This brand sells hand crafted jewelry to meet your needs.

There was an hitch in my purchase. My order was shipped to the wrong country. However, after reaching out to the seller. He offered to give me a refund or re-send the jewelry. I love this seller because his customer service is great. Response time is also fine within 1 working day.

I opted for the second option. My jewelry arrive within two weeks at the nearest post office. I love my name necklace because it is so easy to style. You can wear name necklace for casual outing, a date, to work or to the beach. Luckily, the black Friday deals are rolling out this month of November. So, you can take advantage of the black Friday deals to your own personalized name jewelry. Also, you can read my post of where to shop the best black friday deals in 2020 for your fashion needs.

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Personalized name Jewelry shopping guide || Etsy store

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
July 26, 2021

As a frequent online shopper, I am constantly on the lookout to save from my hauls. One of the ways I save on my fashion haul is by searching for the best black Friday sales. So, every year I start to get my wishlist together before the big day.

Black Friday is the craziest day to get the best deals on all categories of items. A lot of brands offer huge discounts- both online and in-store. I prefer online shopping to in-store shopping. I have also shared tips to help with online shopping like a pro. Black Fridays are always in the month of November. Many brands use this avenue to boost sales by offering discounts.

When is Black Friday 2022? Black Friday sales will commence on November 25 while Cyber Monday will be on the 28th of November. So in this post, I will be sharing tips on getting the best black Friday sales or Cyber Monday deals. Also, what to buy from the upcoming black Friday.

Why you should shop on Black Friday?

There are so many questions asked by shoppers to know if it is worth it to shop on Black Friday. Are items cheap on Black Friday? I will say yes. All brands are always competing to provide the best black Friday sales for shoppers. So, there will be so many price slashes and coupon codes that you can take advantage of.

Also, black Friday is an opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts for everyone on your list, secret Santa gifts for your colleagues, and holiday home decorations for the Christmas season. To get the best deals out there, do enough research to compare prices or brand offerings.

One website you can use is Honey. This site allows you to compare prices of items from brands to enable get the best deals. However, to make it easier for fashion shoppers, here are the places that I would recommend for the best black Friday sales.

Tips for shopping the best black Friday deals

Many shoppers just hop on black Friday deals without planning. Just like every shopping, you need to make a list of what to buy on Black Friday.

Are you shopping for New year’s eve dresses, Christmas gift ideas, or Tech products for your home studio or office? Just make a list. Below are tips that will come in handy for you.

Make a list of what you need to buy from black Friday deals
Buy from brands that you’re familiar with offering discounts
Check the return policy of the brand. Online shopping is a hit or miss.
Make a list of similar brands you can shop in case your favorite brand sells out. i.e brands that sell similar items
Add honey chrome extension for Black Friday discounts or coupon codes. This extension surfs the web for the best deals for you to shop.
Seek ways tp earn as you spend. Honey can also help you earn cashback on some of your favorite brands.

Brands to buy the best black Friday sales this year

There are so many brands that offer great deals on black Friday. You can get discounts on fashion, electronics, etc. The best time to get discounts for tech items is during Cyber Monday sales. You can stock your tech gadgets like laptops, Mobile phone devices, accessories, vlogging kits, etc.

As earlier stated, shopping for black Friday is easier if you have your list of items you need. You can save items on your wishlist before black Friday. Brands tend to notify you of price drops on items saved on a wishlist.

Since we love fashion on this blog. Here are the best black Friday sales to shop in fashion and lifestyle categories.

Chicme

Chicme is a trendy online fashion brand that I love to shop from. They offer stylish fashion pieces in categories like clothing, swimwear, accessories like bags and shoes, etc. Each year, this brand offers great Black Friday deals for shoppers.

You can also shop from this brand before black Friday. They constantly offer discounts and great deals for their shoppers all year round. The apex is black Friday of course.

Check Chicme fashion for work clothes for women, Fall or winter outfits, travel clothes for women, etc. I love to shop in chicme fashion a lot. They offer quality fashion pieces worth every penny you spend.

Jumia Black Friday deals

Jumia is an online brand that I also love to shop for fashion items. This brand is a host for a lot of sellers to showcase their products. One of the most competitive times to shop on Jumia is black Friday. The sellers on this platform in the need to drive traffic to their stores offer huge discounts during Black Friday.

Although Jumia has been able to dominate some parts of Africa like Nigeria and five other African countries. I love to shop for jumia black Friday deals, especially the electronics price slashes and of course fashion.

So, if you are like me who loves to start shopping for Christmas early. You can shop for your Christmas needs for your like kitchen appliances, a new TV set for your living room, or throw pillows for interior decorations. It is easier to shop when you download the Jumia app. This app makes it easier to switch between categories and brands to shop.

You can start saving to shop the best Black Friday deals on Jumia. I would not recommend you shop for your hair or wigs at Jumia. My experience shopping wig from a Jumia seller was not great. However, I love the items I have shopped for clothing and accessories. Especially, my ankara bag set. You can read my review of the ankara bag set I bought on Jumia.

Meshki

Meshki is an Australian fashion brand that offers trendy fashion pieces tailored to your needs. I love this brand because they offer the best affordable party dresses or outfits. So, if you’re looking to shop lovely dressing for the prom, dinner, date night, or new years eve. This brand is your go-to brand.

Also aside from the party or glam outfit, you can also shop your basics, stay-at-home wear, loungewear, or work-from-home outfit. I love the loungewear options like work-from-home outfits. Since the pandemic, most of us work more at home for social distancing. So, If you’re in this category, shop the lounge or basics outfit for your closet. You can also read my post of stay at home outfit ideas.

Click here to shop black Friday deals on fashion on the Meshki website.

Click here to buy basic work-from-home dresses from Meshki

Zaful

Another of the best black Friday sales to shop is from Zaful. Zaful is one of the best budget-friendly brands to shop for clothes and accessories for women.

It is my go-to brand to shop for travel clothes for women. I love their vacation outfit variations. Black Friday is one of the best times to get the best discounts on these categories.

If you’d be traveling on vacation for the holidays, you need to shop the best black Friday deals from Zaful. You get to shop the best swimsuit trends as well as vacation pieces at a huge discount.

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Aliexpress

One of the best brands to shop for designer dupes is Aliexpress. They offer budget-friendly knock-off options for designer clothes for women, shoes, scarves, and handbags.

When it comes to designer dupes, I love to collect handbags. Tote handbags, Mini bags, baguettes, shoulder bags, beach straw handbags, etc.

If you love designer dupes as I do, take advantage of the Aliexpress black Friday sales to buy your favorite designer handbag dupes.

Ego shoes

Another site like Shein to shop for designer dupe shoes and handbags is Ego shoes. I love Ego shoes UK because of the quality of their product.

The quality is great for its price. If you need the latest fashion trends and designer handbags, check out ego shoes. They definitely have a dupe for the handbag on their website.

I will be on the lookout for black Friday deals from Ego shoes for my designer handbag dupe collection. I have so many on my wishlist that I can’t wait to shop.

Everything5pounds

Everything5pounds is my go-to fashion brand to shop for wardrobe must-haves for women and men. They sell nice basics and accessories all under 5pounds.

I also love this brand because they also offer occasionally 2.5pounds sales. Everything 5pounds also has a beauty brand too. I love their skincare options too. Take advantage of this black Friday deal on everything5pounds to shop your beauty products like lipstick, mascara, eyeliner, etc.

Also, you can shop for your back-to-work essentials to get you started after the holidays are over.

Click here to shop everything5pounds 50% off sale

Fashion eyewear

As someone who occasionally works from home, I use my reading glasses to help keep my eyes fit. Although working from home is not easy peasy. I have to figure out work-from-home tips to help me stay productive while working from home.

Anyhoo, Fashion eyewear is one of the best brands that I would recommend for your reading glasses. Also, they offer prescription glass options to make working from home easy.

I love this brand because they offer designer variations of these glasses. So, you can choose to have your prescription glasses frames as that of a designer brand. Some of the designer brands you can shop for are Louis Vuitton, Rayban, etc. Take advantage of the black Friday sales to buy your sunglasses or prescription glasses for huge discounts.

Asides from Fashion brands, you can shop for the best black Friday sales on tech, home decoration items, and gadgets. Brands like Jumia, and Aliexpress offers black Friday sales on Gadgets and tech. So, you can shop for your cameras, accessories, mobile devices, etc during the black Friday sales.

Feel free to comment on other stores you shop for the best black Friday sales. You can recommend both online and in-store brands. Help someone save on shopping and live their best life on a budget.

Best Black Friday sales| what to buy on black Friday?

Romanticizing world travel has almost become too easy. If you’re anything like us your feed is likely filled with dreamy travel photos, TikToks, and full-length videos. However, as a student, new grad, or anyone who is budget-conscious it can be challenging to make this dream a reality. There are so many instagrammable places to visit on a budget to get the picture-perfect picture or video for your socials.

While there are budget travel tips that many writers swear by. Also, there are side hustles that can help you earn quickly, yet one thing is certain. You can opt for a job you get paid to travel or focus on a side hustle to make money while traveling.

Also, picking the right destination(s) is essential to achieving that dreamy Instagram feed at an affordable cost. For example Dublin city has some of the most beautiful scenery that are Instagram worthy. Check out some of the most beautiful scenery while travelling from cambridge to Dublin. To get you started, we put together a list of the most Instagrammable places to visit on a budget.

Georgia

First on our list of destinations is the country of Georgia. Georgia is a country located between Europe and Asia. This means you can get both the unique architecture common to Europe and the history of Asia. With such diversity, your Instagram feed will have posts that will capture the attention of your followers. As a lesser-known travel destination, fewer tourists will be in the background of your photos.

To get the dream-like feed, some recommendations to visit include:

The Katshki column (a limestone monolith with a church perched on top)
Orbeliani Baths in Tbilisi (known for its blue-tiled exterior and relaxing sulfur baths)
The Clock Tower in Tbilisi’s center
Uplistsikhe and Vardzia (cities in stone)
Narikala Fortress (historic fort)

If these reasons weren’t convincing enough, travel in this location is also affordable, with an estimated 4.90 – 6.60 USD per meal and 9 – 12 USD for accommodations. You can also choose to book a group tour activity with the GetYourGuide tour group. They have fun activities you can do like a boat cruise, a day tour of Atlanta, a day trip to the beach, or a fun day at the Museum. Click here to book a fun activity in Georgia.

Instagrammable places to visit on a budget

Vietnam

Also known as one of the best places to travel cheap as a student, Vietnam offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. One of the best places to visit for scenic photos is the Mae Hong Son Loop which is a circular route that begins (and ends) in the city of Chiang Mai. This journey is best seen and most affordable by bike and offers some of the best mountain views in the country.

Some other Instagrammable locations in Vietnam include:

Muong Hoa Valley (valley of rice fields and waterfalls)
Sand dunes, Mui Ne (large expanses of red and white sand)
Ma Pi Leng Pass (a stretch of road with rock formations)

Click here to book any of these tour activities in Vietnam. All these activities are budget friendly for any one visiting Vietnam. There are also tons of aesthetic restaurants in Ho Chi Minh that offer great photo ops! You need to dress for a great picture too. What to pack for travel and wear is also a major to get the best picture in this instagrammable place in Asia.

The estimated cost of visiting is 40 USD per day (based on approximately 9.50 USD on food, 6.75 USD on transportation, and 20 USD on accommodations). Although these numbers are not exact they can be a great place reference point to start creating your travel budget.

Sri Lanka

Next on our list of most Instagrammable places to visit on a budget is the island country of Sri Lanka. Most well-known for its cinnamon and being the pearl of the Indian Ocean, the country also offers beautiful scenic spots including:

Temples of the Tooth Relic
Nice arch bridge (a stone bridge with nine arches in the midst of lush greenery)
Kandy Market (and any other local market)
A knuckles mountain range (mountains that look like a clenched fist)

From its scenic shots to unique temples, your Instagram and bank account will thank you with an estimated spend of 36 USD a day. Click here to book fun tour activities in Sri Lanka.

Cuba

Made famous by one of my favorite travel bloggers, @doyoutravel is Cuba. This Caribbean country offers unique charm with its vintage vehicles and pastel-colored buildings. For travelers looking for an aesthetic feed, with vintage flair, some of the best spots to check out include:

Any of the streets in Old Havana (for the pastel-coloured buildings)
Hamel Alley (colorful lane with local art)
Valle de Vinales (a remote agricultural town with views of plantations and cliffs overlooking green valleys
Havana rooftop views

To visit Cuba, travelers are suggested to plan for a spend of 40 to 60 USD per day for a budget trip or 70 to USD for a slightly more upscale experience. I also share my best tips on how to plan a vacation anywhere on a budget you’d find useful for your trip. So, if you’d be visiting Cuba one of the best instagrammable places to visit on a budget, click here to book exciting tour activities to make your trip fun.

Turkey

One of my dream instagrammable places to visit on a budget is Turkey, which is fortunate since it is also one of the most affordable. The country is known for its warm Mediterranean climate which makes visiting the sandy beaches and Aegean coastline that much more enjoyable. To create your dream Turkey Instagram feed, Click here to book fun things to do in Turkey, some of the most notable photo spots include:

The hot air balloons that fill the skies of Cappadocia (you can view these from any rooftop in the city)
Pamukkale, Denizli (a town known for its thermal pools lining the hillside)
Galata Tower, Istanbul (for unique architecture)
The Blue Mosque (also located in Istanbul)

Turkey’s estimated spend is only 22 USD per day (broken down into 4 USD on meals, 2 USD on transportation, and the remainder on accommodations). You can also choose to opt for hotel alternatives to cut costs of accommodation while on vacation in Turkey.

Also, you can book several fun tour activities in Turkey to feed your

For more information about travel clothes for women, the best places to visit in Africa, Instagrammable places to visit on a budget in Northern London, and other travel tips, check out our other travel and destination posts.

Cheapest countries to travel to — **Lovely View of Goreme, Turkey**

Travel resources you need to plan your trip on a budget

Book your flight tickets: Click here to find cheap flight tickets for your travel.
How to find the cheapest hotel or last-minute vacation rentals: Click here to book your hotels for your last minute travel using Trivago.
Hotel alternatives: If you’d prefer other hotel alternatives, click here to book a hostel for your last-minute trip.
Don’t forget your insurance: One of the most important things you need for travel is insurance. As much as I am last minute planner, I take my insurance seriously. Click here to get your insurance ready for your trip using insubuy.
Hop on vacation packages: Preplanned vacation packages take the stress off while going on a last-minute trip. These travel tours have done the work of getting the side attractions together for you. All you need to do is to join the group and have fun. Click here to book your last minute vacation packages on GetYourGuide.
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About Writer

Sarah Kordyban is a marketer in the IT space and a travel blogger for JetLagged Pals. It is a new travel community for budget travel tips.

When she isn’t traveling, you can find Sarah writing, trying out new restaurants, and dreaming about travel. Also, reading other blogs like this one!
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Feel free to comment on other instagrammable places to visit on a budget. Also, share some of the cheapest countries to visit around the world. For your flight, read my post on how to find the cheapest flight tickets anywhere in the world.

5 Most Instagrammable Places to Visit On a Budget

There are a lot of fashion brands that I am yet to explore for my fashion needs. So, I chose to shop for my summer fashion pieces from Chicme fashion. Some of these pieces I can easily transitional for the cooler months (or fall season).

Most of their pieces are between under $10 – over $50. Personally, I love to shop for very affordable brands. For me, Chicme falls under this category of affordable fashion brands. So, if you need the best online shopping brand for women, opt for Chicme fashion. Here is my honest review of my Chicme Fashion haul and all you need to know before you buy from this brand.

Chicme Fashion: How to shop and customer service

The website for chicme is very easy to navigate. You can shop for different categories from clothes to accessories for women, etc. Also, you can shop for lingerie and of course your Halloween costume from Chicme. All you have to do is to create an account and add your items to the cart.

There are several payment options available at checkout. You can either pay with a Debit card, credit card (more secure), or Paypal. Also, you can pay in bits of four using clear pay or klarna even Paypal does this. However, I prefer to shop for what I can afford and pay through Paypal.

One of the best ways to get discounts from the website you shop from is using the honey chrome extension. Since I started using this extension, I have been getting discounts with ease. You can get cashback too from these brands using this extension.

Customer service is everything when it comes to shopping online brands. So, for me chic me customer service is great. The response time is swift. Also, complaint resolution is quite fast. I would recommend shopping from them for their great customer service.

How long does it take Chicme to deliver?

Shipping from Chicme is quite okay to Nigeria. It takes about 2-3weeks to get your order delivered in Nigeria. However, if you live in US or UK, you will your order in 7-25 working days. You can also opt for express shipping for your order. Usually, for Nigeria, your order will be delivered to the nearest post office to you.

Chicme no longer ships to Nigeria post-COVID. Hope you guys have gone for your vaccines. I still shop from this brand. How do i shop from US or UK shipping and ship to Nigeria? I use a shipping company that makes my life easier. They deliver my order to my home.

Chicme Fashion haul Review

I love all the fashion pieces that I got from Chicme. The first is a color-block sweater dress. This dress is so lovely, soft and warm. I love to wear it with minimal styling as it is a statement piece. All you need tote handbag and heels to dress it up. Also, you dress it down with flip-flops to run errands or sandals for a casual outing. My sweater dress can also be transitioned into fall with minimal effort. So, if you need a fall staple, definitely shop this dress from Chicme.

I love knit cardigans so much. So, I bought a knit cardigan from Chicme. It is super stylish. The knit cardigan is V-cut on the back with pearl details. This cardigan you also transition for all. (That is if it not too cold). Also, you dress it up with denim pants for a date night or casual outing.

The last fashion item I bought is a leopard print turtle neck top. I really love this top. The colors are perfect for summer yet you can transition it for fall. You can wear this turtle neck top with denim pants, or skirts or layered with a blazer. I can say that all the items I got from chicme are perfect all year round. Who doesn’t love to get value for their penny? I love outfits that are versatile and super stylish any time of the year.

Below I will be linking my favorites to shop for closets. These are some of the best Chicme dresses to buy for that holiday party or for NYE.

Best Chicme fashion dresses to buy in 2023

Click here to buy a maxi black dress

Click here to buy a knit dress

Click here to buy a leather dress

Click here to buy a sequin dress

Is Chicme fashion Legit? Honest review of my clothing haul

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
July 10, 2023

It has been a few months since the lockdown. However, our daily activities are continues amid quiet norms and sudden changes. With the new changes setting in, the emptiness of shelves and frequency of panic-buying is also being curbed. At the same time, it is natural for you to wonder about when things would shift back to normal. So you can start socializing, shopping, and working. Here are 5 buying trends that will outlast the current global pandemic. These behaviors are based on market data and general observations. You can also read a post on 5 safety travel tips to follow after the lockdown.

5 Buying Trends

The below is a list of the 5 buying trends that will outlast the pandemic. This is based on the current market data. Also, the observations of consumer behaviors also tend to support these trends.

Holistic Wellness Products Are In Demand

When it comes to shoppers, much of their health issues are resolved as they make purchases centered on your diet. Diseases are preventable with a good immune system. The volume of sales on the category of supplements and vitamins is now high. This is since the onset of Covid-19. Things like Oregano and Collagen has increased significantly over the past few months.

5 buying trends that will outlast the pandemic

Shoppers Are Checking Product Labels

Customers are now checking the brand labels while making their purchases. To maintain a specific dietary lifestyle, they are mostly relying on the vegan and paleo categories. A large segment of them is even buying more of the low FODMAP products. The attributes are now being associated with more categories than those of the basic dietary options that you have at hand. However, the basic dietary category is still pretty much important among others. The functional ingredients are smart enough to give the buyer an indication that he is indeed getting more of nutritional value for every penny.

Demand for items carrying attributes like natural sweeteners, probiotics, and old grains have seen a surge in the market. Simplifying your search gets easier when you pick such items over their generic counterparts that are less functional. The more of such terms you see in the labels, easier it becomes for you to search them.

Plant-based Products Are Gaining Popularity

Throughout the pandemic, numerous negative headlines have hit the processed meat industry. Much of the shopping-cart staples are now being filled with items based on plants, especially for those that are looking for an animal-free diet or are willing to pick more of sustainable products.

The growth of refrigerated milk has never fallen back so much against milk based on plant in the distant past. Shoppers now have a plethora of plant-based products to compare regardless of whether they have not much of the private brands that sold them non-dairy products and burger patties. Much of the buyers’ attention has recently been caught by a plethora of products ranging from chorizo, queso, and jerky based on plants.

E-commerce Is Rising

Compared to the brick and mortar businesses, the e-commerce platforms have seen a surge worth 5 times since April. Customers belonging to various economic segments have chosen their groceries through digital options. For most of them, the e-commerce platforms have turned out to be a default option when it comes to delivering groceries and other items of daily use at the doorstep.

Person Using Black And White Smartphone and Holding Blue Card

A large number of retailers are even resorting to curbside pickups in their attempt to avoid concerns raised by buyers over in-person shopping. Most of them have successfully enabled options for their buyers to compare and place orders using a smart app or a web platform. The delivery options have even become contactless to add to their safety. The convenience that the customers have become accustomed to might urge them to continue with these options even after social distancing goes away.

Buyers with Tighter Budgets Are Picking Private Labels

Consumers have been keeping an eye on their budgets since the beginning of the initial phases of lockdown. While some of us are accepting pay cuts, few others have either lost their jobs or resorting to other means of livelihood. With a vast majority of nations experiencing a prolonged recession, the retailers are making every effort to gain the trust of consumers around the globe.

With most shoppers, the private brands are gaining traction as most of the brands are cutting down their promotional budget and rising prices of some items of daily use. If the alternative options provide equal quality, then the consumers are likely to stick to them in the long run.

Author’s BIO:

Swarnali is an eminent Indian Fashion Blogger who has made her presence felt across a plethora of trendsetting blogs and magazines. She is making every effort to highlight the healthiest of food items with her latest blogs. Her posts are of great significance when our nation is trudging through a recession.

5 Buying Trends that Will Outlast the Pandemic

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
November 29, 2021
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Why you need adoratherapy oil for your home

Essential oils are somewhat new to me. These oils has so many health benefits. I recently started using adoratherapy oil perfumes that I got as a gift. Unlike most essentials oils that requires a diffuser to spread it in your room. These oils are made into perfume bottles that you can spray in your home. Also you can use these oils for travel, in your office or during meditation. Adoratherapy essential oil perfumes are of different types to suit your needs. These essential oils are now a daily companion for me. So, here is why you need adoratherapy oil boost for your home.

Why you need Adoratherapy oils boost?

There are so many beneficial reason you need Adoratherapy essential oil perfumes in your home. Imagine the sweet smell of pure organic oils welcoming you into your home. This helps me shuts out the outside world creating a little haven in my own home. It doesn’t matter how my day went at work. Here are some of the benefit I have enjoyed using this essential oil perfumes in my own home.

Improve my mood

It is really impossible to go out of your home without experiencing friction with anyone. That is not say that every day is bad. However, on days that I am a little under the weather or feeling quite anxious, I use my blissful scent. This scent is made from orange The perfume I spray around my bed and in my room. This perfumes makes me feel at ease and instantly boost my mood. I am not an expert on hormones but I know it helps trigger something that cools me off.

Sleep Improvement

Sometimes I feel like I have so many things to do. I find difficult to balance work, blog and extra side hustles. (Tips off hat). This makes me struggle with anxiety. My sleep cycle becomes distorted because, I am unable to sleep deep on most nights. We all know important sleep is for the body. Sleep helps you relax from the days work and stress. Sleep is an easy to release stress and reduce anxiety. So, to help me sleep better at night, I use my serene perfume from Adoratherapy. The scent is so relaxing that it makes me feel like I am having a spa time. It sets the mood for me to shut off my raving thoughts and just sleep. If you’re like who can’t sleep because of so many tasks to do. Use adoratherapy serene room boost to enhance your sleep. Thank me later.

Also read: Why is Vitamin D so important for your health

Boost productivity

Another reason you need essential oil for your home is to boost productivity. Sometimes, you just a little boost to enable carry on your set task. For some its coffee or but for me, a nice environment will help. You can use adoratherapy blissful perfume in your office space or home office for productivity. Also, this perfume can be used in your children’s room. This is to create a calm environment to enable them relax and do their home work.

Adoratherapy perfumes are great for your home and personal use. I am so pleased to use them at home for me and my family. So, I would recommend that you get yourself essentials oil perfumes for your home too.

Why you need Adoratherapy oils boost for your home

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
September 30, 2020
2 Comments

Shopping from online stores in the US or UK to Nigeria is sometimes impossible. I love to shop online fashion brand for most of my outfit. However, the cost of shipping such item to Nigeria is expensive. Also some of these online brands do not ship directly to Nigeria. I had to let go of a lot of lovely fashion pieces due to shipping restrictions to Nigeria. In order to get lovely fashion items abroad to Nigeria, I came across a lot brands. Some of them were so expensive- I regret using them to ship to Nigeria. You can read my review of MyUs shipping. However, I have also enjoyed shipping to Nigeria from US at a cheaper rate. This post will cover how to shop from US and ship to Nigeria at an affordable rate using Horlogistics.

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How to ship to Nigeria Using Horlogistics.

There are countless trendy pieces I had to let go of because there are no shipping options to Nigeria. Brands like Amazon, I rarely shop from because of the cost of shipping. Sometimes, it is higher than the item I want to purchase. One brand that has made shipping easy and less expensive to Nigeria that I love is Horlogisitics.

Horlogisitics is a logistic company that ships items both locally and internationally. They offers their services to online shoppers as well as e-commerce business that ships globally. Their platform is easy to use. All you need to do is to create a profile through their website.

Woman in Red and Black Dress Standing on Red and White Area Rug

So, to shop online from UK or US brands, they will provide you a US shipping address. This you will get from your dashboard- Check out assistance. All you need to do is to use the provided US address as delivery address on the website you’re shopping from. Most times shipping to US from online fashion brands are free. So, I only have to pay for shipping from US to Nigeria. They brand will ship your item to Horlogistic handling office in US.

P.S. Always write your name/horlogistics along with the US address and mobile number while shopping online. This makes it easier for your brand to be identified and batched.

Tracking of items are also very easy. You can reach out to their customer service via mail with the tracking number of your product. Response is usually at least 1 business day.

The cost per shipping is per weight of the item. Also, you are to pay a handling fee of 5000 naira. You can either choose a pick up option if you stay in Lagos or door delivery. I love using this brand for shipping to Nigeria. This is because they make shopping from US so seamless and cheap. So, I get to buy anything I want online without any hassle.

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. All information provided are my own personal experience with this brand.

How to shop from US and ship to Nigeria

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
September 28, 2020

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