Braunwyn Windham-Burke’s Green Cropped Sweatshirt on Instastories

Real Housewives of Orange County 2020 Instagram Fashion

I’m not sure what was cuter on Braunwyn Windham-Burke’s Instastories, her green cropped sweatshirt or her and her daughters matching outfits. Though the sweatshirt is pretty cute I think I have to go with the matching outfits because omg awwww.

Braunwyn stepped into her green crop top and tie dye pants and stepped out to pose for Pride Month. It was soooo adorable how excited her daughter was to get to take a picture in matching clothes. I can’t really blame her I would be excited too to be able to match Braunwyn. Thank goodness that is possible for all of us since we can steal her style below.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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Photo Credit: @braunwynwindhamburke

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Braunwyn Windham-Burke’s Blue Striped Shirt Dress on Instastories

Real Housewives of Orange County 2020 Instagram Fashion

It looks like malls are re-opening in the OC which means you can find Braunwyn Windham-Burke at her “happy place” otherwise know as Fashion Island. Which after seeing her in her blue striped shirt dress I have to agree she’s right on the money as she’s an expert shopper. I thought this was the cutest photo of her and two of her kids though I felt bad her Rowan’s eyes were closed, even though she still looked gorgeous. My mom would totally post a pic of me like that, and then she’d laugh about it for years to come.

Like Braunwyn, my happy place also includes being with my fam. But since I’m no longer in the same state as them I’ll just have to settle for my second happiest place, the mall. And since I’ll be without them I’ll just have to pick up this cute shirt dress to add in just a littttle more happiness until I can get home.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

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Photo Credit: @braunwynwindhamburke

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Erika Schaefer’s Maroon Sweater on Her Instastories

Million Dollar Listing LA 2020 Instagram Fashion

Erika Schaefer’s recent Instastories reminded me that I needed two things. One was more coffee and the other a Style Stealer of her maroon sweater.  A good sweater is perfect with almost any thing whether it’s paired with a cute pair of pants for a night out, or an early morning trash clean out errand with a pair of casual cutoffs.

Erika seems like a pretty good real estate agent for doubling as a (very chic) sanitation worker for her client. I can barely get my boyfriend to take out our 13 gallon trash bag. Maybe if he had a cute chenille maroon sweater to get the job done in he would? Or maybe if he had one to give to me as a present for being his personal trash transporter taking out the trash wouldn’t be quite so bad.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here To See Her Sold Out Urban Outfitters Maroon Chenille V Neck Sweater

Photo Credit: @erikaschaefer_

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Whether you never forget to wear sunscreen or could use a daily reminder, that’s only half the battle. We sometimes forget there’s an art to applying it, too; especially when it comes to sunscreen spray, which is undoubtedly the most time-efficient option. When you’re constantly on the move or simply prefer a no-fuss morning routine, a mist is way easier to apply than rubbing and blending in a lotion. The best sunscreen spray is also less likely to leave behind a white cast on the skin like most mineral-based options.

Still, the application is key. In the past, experts have told me that the amount of sunscreen needed to properly coat the body should fill a standard shot glass (and a teaspoon-worth for the face). And if you’re in a setting that leaves you prone to sweat or humidity, reapplication should be done every two hours. But that’s just for sunscreen lotion. If you’re using a spray, you’ll want to hold the applicator close to your skin for more than a couple seconds to get that same amount.

So while sunscreen spray is easy to use and carry in your bag on a busy day, remember that just a little won’t do. I’m not saying you should use the entire can in one day, but don’t skimp yourself either. (If you’re wearing makeup every day, ensure your skin is doubly protected with SPF-infused products.) Ahead, some of the best sunscreen sprays for protecting your glow.

Neutrogena.

Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Body Spray SPF 50

A lightweight, water-resistant formula made for especially hot and humid days.

Buy: Neutrogena Beach Defense Water Sun Protection Body Spray SPF 50 $8.97

Alba Botanica.

Alba Botanica Sensitive Sunscreen SPF 50

A botanical-based and reef-safe sunscreen made without synthetic fragrance for sensitive skin.

Buy: Alba Botanica Sensitive Sunscreen SPF 50 $9.48

Sun Bum.

Sun Bum Sunscreen Scalp Spray SPF 30

A sunscreen spray made to protect the scalp, an oft-forgotten part of the body when it comes to UV protection.

Derma E.

Derma E All Sport Performance Body Sunscreen Spray SPF 50

An antioxidant-rich sunscreen made with aloe vera extract and cucumber to soothe warm, sunburn-prone skin.

Bare Republic.

Bare Republic Mineral Vanilla Coconut Continuous Spray SPF 50

A light-as-air vegan and cruelty-free sunscreen spray made with hydration-boosting, all-natural oils.

Buy: Bare Republic Mineral Vanilla Coconut Continuous Spray SPF 50 $14.96

Babo Botanicals.

Babo Botanicals Sheer Non-Nano Zinc Continuous Spray SPF 30

A fragrance-free and hypoallergenic sunscreen for keeping sensitive skin protected in water and humid weather.

Buy: Babo Botanicals Sheer Non-Nano Zinc Continuous Spray SPF 30 $18.52

Australian Gold.

Australian Gold Botanical Continuous Spray Sunscreen SPF 50

A powdery, non-greasy sunscreen spray formulated with a slew of Australian botanicals including red algae and Kakadu plum.

Coola.

Coola Classic Body Organic Sunscreen Spray SPF 50 Fragrance-Free

A sensitive skin-friendly sunscreen boosted with anti-aging ingredients for smoother, even-toned skin.

Supergoop!.

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A non-aerosol sunscreen formulated with Marigold Extract and sunflower seed oil to protect the skin against free radicals and help it better retain moisture.

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Does thinking about your financial life in retirement cause you angst? It’s true that fundamental sustenance is paramount, but above that – it is not quantity that unlocks your potential; it is your penchant for positive perspectives.

Here are three ways to shift your financial angst to confidence.

Activate Your Curiosity

When we get curious, we eliminate fear, worry, and anxiety. It is a power play that will highlight your next best step. Create an awareness of where you are and how you feel about it.

What financial capital or resources are at hand right now? Take an inventory of what is sitting in your savings account, home equity, 401K, cash value life insurance, or other assets.

Take an inventory of your human capital. What do you enjoy doing? What in the past has led you to where you are? What emotions come up when you connect with the financial and human capital you have? Gratitude, fear?

This list runs the gamut – not right or wrong, good or bad. When you embrace an emotion, you have the choice to hang on to it or let it go.

People often think, “This is an interesting turn of events, and I feel anxious about my future.” Or, “I wonder what the next best move would be.” These are valid observations, so take a deep breath, get pensive. Maybe the best way forward is to do nothing, or maybe a new direction will unfold.

Power play: “My portfolio just pulled back ___%. Has this happened before? How long did it take to recover? Are there other resources I can tap into right now, and leave my investments alone?” “During COVID, I haven’t spent as much. I wonder what aspects of this will serve me well in my fall season of life.”

Get curious about your financial life and explore your options.

Challenge Your Excuses

An excuse sounds real and feels real, but it is a layer of fear keeping us from our potential. It is a power play when you confront your defenses.

Excuses live in our reptilian brain and are the expression of our fight, flight, or freeze instinct. When we engage our cerebral cortex, our ability to think about money and the choices we make will come from our rational, logical, analytical side.

I Am Not Good with Money

You may think that you are simply not a money person. But ask yourself: Is this true? Is it always true? When did you make a good choice around your finances? What would it look like if you turned the excuse around?

Power play: “I have made good decisions with my money in the past, and I am capable of learning and putting my financial life in line with what is important to me.”

I Have Plenty, So I Don’t Need to Think About It

Having more than enough is not a reason to disregard good money management. It is an excuse which squelches the voice of financial planning. When you are intentional about using your money as a reflection of what you value – it gains power. You can change lives. Your money can help you create something bigger than yourself.

Power play: “I will choose how to invest in companies that reflect my conscience. This is how I get to be part of the change going on in the world.”

My Money Is in Good Hands

X may take care of your money for you, but in fact, you are abdicating your responsibility, and it is a slippery slope to resentment and regret. Don’t give your power away to a family member or investment professional.

Power play: “I have allies and advocates to walk alongside me as I use my money wisely for what is important to me.” “I am communicating with my spouse about our finances and how we want to optimize what we have accumulated over time to accomplish what is important to us.”

Take on a New Identity

Retire as a verb means to withdraw, pull away from, move into seclusion. As a noun, retirement is removing something from service or use. Why do people associate themselves with an identity that has such a sad and negative connotation?

A power play would be to claim your version of true wealth with a new identity. I am an artist, I am a grandparent, I am an encourager to others, I am a volunteer, I am an activist, I am a philanthropist, I am a student, I am a musician, I am a writer.

It is more than what you “do”; it is connecting with your bliss. It is who you are at your core and can take some time to explore and bloom. What brings meaning to your day?

As David Brooks talks about in his book The Second Mountain – The Quest for a Moral Life you need to find your “fierce commitments” and claim them to experience fulfillment in life. You also need to make sure your financial underpinnings can support and sustain your journey.

As you activate your curiosity, challenge your excuses, and create a new identity, you are moving in the right direction of unfolding your pecuniary power! Which of these resonates with you? What is your next step?

Download a complimentary copy of my financial affirmations – one for yourself and one for your spouse or a friend!

What is your most frequent excuse for not putting your financial life in order? Do you depend on someone else for money management? What is stopping you from taking control? Have you tried to do a power play? Let’s have a conversation in the comments below.