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Are you the type of girl who always has to check out her girlfriends’ medicine cabinets or check what shampoos and conditioners they are using? Yes, you!
I am, and so are most of you I’m sure. As women, we have a natural instinct to be nosy. We love to know what’s in each other’s closets, makeup bags, and everything in between. So, I thought why not do a “What’s in my bag?” post! I have always been a big fan of these types of posts, I can’t believe it’s taken me so long to do one myself.
With this post, I just wanted to give you a little peek into the everyday items that are always in my bag…minus the random pieces of trash. Yes, I’m one of those girls that just throws everything in her bag like it’s a portable trash can. My husband absolutely hates that, but what can you do? I’m kind of a mess.
So let’s see what’s in my bag, shall we?
For starters, let’s chat about the bag itself. When I am not carrying Charlotte’s diaper bag, (if you want to see what’s in her diaper bag let me know) I am almost always carrying one of my Michael Kors Hamilton bags. I’ve been a lover of these totes for probably six years now. They are just everything I need in a bag – large and deep and lots of little side pockets. They are pricey, but when it comes to my hand bags, I have learned not to skimp. I still have the first one that John got me for our first Christmas together and it’s alive and well!
So, obviously the first thing that is always with me is my cell phone: an iPhone 6, I’ve been an apple lover since the first IPhone. I always have my phone and charger with me for work (blogging) and emergencies. Anddd for Charlotte’s Disney soundtrack for car rides. I think I have heard every Frozen and Tangled song over 100 times by now.
Wallet – A no brainer. Momma has to have her Starbucks on outings, and drivers license to keep it legal!
Prescription Sunglasses – these babies were a game changer for me. Before them, my eyes were either killing me from the bright Georgia sunshine or I was rocking my old sunshades overtop. Don’t judge!
Day Planner – Lately, I have been carrying this around everywhere. My postpartum mind is a lot more forgetful, so I like to have it to write things down when I think of them… If not, that idea/thought is most likely gone for good.
Hair clip & tie – Musttt have for me. My hair is now back down to my bottom (home girl needs a cut), and for the last six months or so I have been getting hot flashes like I’m going into menopause. So, hair ties are a big help when that happens, 26 inches of hair is HOT!
Little essentials bag- this little guy holds my womanly must haves – hand lotion, facial spray, and a tampon, obviously. My hands get pretty dry in the fall/winter, so there is always a lotion in my bag. The Evian facial spray is the newest addition to my bag. This one and it’s momma (large size) were sent to me by Brand Backer a few weeks ago and I have been living for it! The big momma has been living next to my bed at night and in my office during the day, and the mini me stays in my bag. This spray is great for on the go to keep your makeup looking fresh all day. It allows you to rehydrate your skin while still wearing makeup! I keep the larger one by my bed and give myself a drenching if I wake up to go to the bathroom. You don’t really think about it, buy you lose a lot of hydration in those hours of sleep.
Makeup bag – Oh yes, I know you are already thinking, “Does she really carry around all that makeup with her?” Yep, I sure do and there is no shame in my makeup game. Ever since I starting wearing makeup it has always traveled around with me. I carry around the makeup I use the most and/or what I need to touch up what I already have on. I’ll give a quick break down by type.
Face – Because I have super oily skin, I am always prepared with my powders and a powder brush. The trèStiQue Tinted Face Stick (full review – here) has also come in handy since I touch my face a lot. I know it’s not good for my skin or my makeup for that matter, but I am working on it.
Eyes – I ALWAYS have my L’Oreal Mascara with me! The trèStiQue Eye shadow crayons comes in handy since I have watery eyes and I tend to get that black liner smudge under my eyes. NYX tinted brow mascara is wonderful – it keeps my brows in place like glue! And the MAC NW20 eye pencil gives me an awake look since it’s skin color instead of black.
Lips – These six are always in my bag. They are all natural, easy to wear colors. The baby lips are my favorite for no makeup, makeup lips. Ellovi Lip Butter is super hydrating, so it’s always with me too. When it comes to the Lipsticks I carry, they are all nudes. MAC Honeylove, Japanese Maple, and Lip Pencil in Boldly Bare. If I am wearing another shade, those will get added to the mix as well!
So that’s what’s in my bag..nothing too out of the ordinary right? What’s in your bag?
Christine says
This bag is adorable! I love a good handbag purchase that lasts a long time! They’re basic, but go with everything and never go out of style! I recently took pictures for a what’s in my bag post and I was actually amazed at everything that I carry around with me every day. I’m so glad to see I’m not alone! I gotta have the makeup, sunglasses and my planner is always with me! LOVE those sunnies!
Sola says
I have to admit, you’re bag is a lot tidier (and cuter!) than mine. Also I’m really considering picking up some of that Evian facial spray. Love the post!
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Seersucker Sass says
I always enjoy these posts! Loved reading more about the goodies you carry with you 🙂
XX, SS || Seersucker Sass
Whitney says
Thank you!
Candace says
I love that bag! And all the natural/nude makeup is timeless and classy.
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Caked To The Nines says
Love those sunglasses! MAC Honeylove is a staple in my handbag. It’s the perfect nude 🙂
xx
Caked To The Nines
Whitney says
I swear we have so much in common!