Hello- How are you all? I live in San Diego… far from the fires that are ravaging LA right now, but I lived in LA for a decade, I have friends there, and it was my first home that I made for myself. My heart has been heavy and I think feeling so helpless has gotten me down a lot. It’s hard to know the best/fastest/most streamlined ways to help in disasters. Everyone was donating clothing, furniture, baby goods… then LA told us that was really only burdening them more… so you donate money, but you wonder if the people who need it are actually receiving the funds. Anyways, difficult all around, and so grateful to be safe and have all that I do.
I’m doing a little round up today of some recent favorites- it hopes that they might also become your favorites, that you may discover a new favorite, or that you share a favorite of yours with me!
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SET Active Sculptflex Power Racer Bra
SET active has reached out to let me know that a portion of their sales will be donated to the LA wildfire relief fund. I have and love a few of their pieces, notably this sports bra in a pretty espresso color and the matching leggings.
The Great shrunken sweatshirt in washed black
I’m a huge fan of this LA based brand. Women owned and founded, they make basics as well as whimsical pieces of great quality. I own several of their iconic sweats, this washed black never fails. Perfect for a coffee run, travel, or lounging. Treat yourself to a full set with the matching stadium sweatpants. You won’t regret it, promise.
Jordan Rain Resistant Chelsea Boot
I have loved Freda Salvador shoes since their inception, and I am thrilled to have recently partnered with them. They are a California based, women founded and run company that uses family owned factories in Spain and Italy to produce their leather goods. Ruth15 gets you a discount. Check out these gold beauties that I have and love, these espresso suede loafers will never go out of style, their Brooke rain resistant boots are basically iconic at this point, and my next purchase will be this new addition to their boot line up- I love the white and black contrast and plan to wear them with an all white monochromatic winer look.
I love THATCH jewelry and have a few pieces at this point. All are special and interesting, and well made. I have been wearing these hoops constantly since I got them, and now I have my eye on the gold as well. They give 90’s mom vibes in the best way.
Iris & Romeo Best Skin Days SPF 30 (I took shade 4)
Iris & Romeo is a women founded, California based make up and skincare line. I’m not much of a make up girl myself- most days it’s some face cream and/or SPF and mascara and go. But sometimes I like a touch extra. I love the whipped texture of this cream. Tinted, but not heavy, infused with hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E , and non nano mineral zinc, it’s a great one stop shop for those of us and don’t like to spend too much time on our morning routines. I have and love the multi balm for a flush of color on my cheeks and lids, and the treatment concealer for any spot issues that need a little help.
Last but not least- this gorgeous shower head (the things that make you happy in your 30’/40’s!) that filters and removes chlorine, heavy metals, and other contaminates from the water you shower with. We have hard water, and this has been a game changer for my hair- it’s now fluffy and soft rather than limp and lank after a shower. I notice a huge difference in both my hair and skin, and I think it’s a great back -end beauty hack. They come in several shades and metal options. I’ve had mine for a year and the refill filters are easy to replace and you can set up a subscription to make it even easier.
That’s all for today. I hope this newsletter finds you happy and healthy. Please take care of yourself, and each other. Sending love- x ruth
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