Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Amazon Sale Picks



Happy Prime Day! Well, I guess since this is the October one, it's called Big Deals, but it's a similar concept... things are on sale! It feels like it was just summer (it was). I can't believe it's October, and the next Amazon sale has rolled around. 

I'll share my Amazon roundup below, but I also want to flag that Tuckernuck launches its collection with Fanatics today. It's a football collection with clothing featuring team names and emblems. They gifted me a Steelers piece, obviously!! It's a Steelers Rugby from the collection as a sneak peek, and it's SO nice. The quality, the fit, everything about the rugby is perfect. I got a size medium because I wanted it oversized. I wore it last week to cheer on my Steelers (they played Thursday). I'm all about team spirit, but I prefer to do it in small doses, and more so, wear my team's colors rather than something like a jersey; but in true Tuckernuck fashion, they created NFL gear that is so beautifully done! If it sells out on Tuckernuck, you may want to check the Fanatics website, as I think the pieces are available there, too. I plan to wear this layered over a turtleneck and with black jeans once it gets cooler. 

OK, now back to Amazon sales. You know the drill by now. I'm rounding up my favorite finds from the sale. With so many options, I was very intentional about what I included in this roundup. Almost everything on this list is something I personally love or have my eye on, and I added mini-reviews to help you decide what’s worth it to you! 

The sale runs through tomorrow, October 7th, but some deals end today, while others are introduced tomorrow. 


Blow Dry Mist// This spray comes out like a mist, similar to hairspray. You can spray it on wet hair, and it acts as a heat protectant, making my hair much less frizzy once dry. It has been such a game-changer for me. The Wella spray is not a heat protectant. It is a bond repair serum, so these products are doing two completely separate things. There is a mini size on sale as well, so you can try it for under $10. It's pricey, but my goodness, it WORKS! This will be on my best of 2026 list, no doubt! 

Hair Repair Spray// You've heard me wax poetic about this for years now. It is a spray you spritz on damp hair after a shower. This is designed to repair hair damaged by things like color, heat, etc. It smells lovely (not too strong) and sprays evenly. It makes my hair so soft, shiny, and voluminous. It also helps my hair look fresher longer between washes. It's pricey, but it's a must-have for me, and I've purchased it many times. I most recently ordered the jumbo size. While it's a better value per ounce, I *loathe* its spray nozzle, which is different than the other bottles. You can always swap out the nozzle, but I wanted to note that! I use the Wella first, then follow up with the blow dry mist on my damp hair right out of the shower. I generally think the less hair products, the better, but these two are non-negotiables for me. 

Lip Balm// I hate that I love this so much because it is so pricey, but it's a constant order for me. I've been using it for years. I only use it before bed. It's very thick and takes some getting used to, but it plumps and hydrates my lips like no other product I have ever used. Because it is so sticky, it stays on all night, most nights. I may order the tinted version for daytime. It is truly the best! 

Differin Gel// This is a new-to-me product, and I'm sure it's marketed more to teenagers than a 36-year-old. I have acne-prone skin, and whenever I see a zit popping up, I put this on at night, and it works so well at getting rid of any acne quickly! I love Mario Badescu Drying Lotion, too. I think Differin works best if you catch the zit very early, whereas Mario Badescu works better on a later-stage zit. 

Hair ties// The only hair ties I use! I love the small and large sizes. I mostly wear the large size for workouts, and the smaller size for daily wear. They greatly lessen kinks from ponytails and are so comfortable in my hair. I've used them for many years, and none have ever broken. 

Face Mist// I love this face mist whenever my skin is feeling tight or uncomfortable. I also love it after a workout to clean and refresh my skin until I can get home and wash my face. My husband loves this, too. Overall, I love the Prequel brand. I think their products are very effective, and you cannot beat the price. My husband has very sensitive skin, and he uses many of the Prequel products and loves them. My favorite isn't available on Amazon right now; it's their skin ointment. I first ordered it this winter when my skin was impossibly dry. It was a lifesaver for me and still is to this day! 

Tinted Eye Cream// I've tried so many tinted eye creams, and this is overall, my favorite. It's not as creamy/hydrating as some others I've tried. Though don't let that put you off, it's still hydrating and easy to apply, it's just not heavy, which is what I prefer. It has such good coverage without feeling like makeup. It brightens my under-eyes like no other. You only need to use a tiny bit, so the small bottle lasts for months. 

Deodorant// The only deodorant I wear. My favorite was Neroli and Basil, but they just released a Lily and Yuzu scent, and that's competing for the top spot for me. You can't go wrong. As someone who never thought they'd wear more 'natural' deodorant, this truly works! 

Lip Balm/Gloss// I am a lip gloss junkie. I absolutely love collecting lip colors and trying new things. However, I always go back to this, and it's one of the few I finish. I've ordered so many over the years. Poppy and Pink Poppy are my two favorite shades, but they have so many beautiful shades. It has the color payoff of a lipstick, the shine of a gloss, and the feel of a balm. 

Fleece Lined Leggings// I wear these under my ski pants as my base layer. I love them. Overall, I've never been disappointed in anything I've ever ordered from the CRZ brand. 

Echo Show// Checked Roller Bag// Candle (that smells like a fireplace)

Immersion Blender// My husband loves to cook, so we ordered this last Prime Day, and he loves to make his pizza sauce, soups, mayo, and more. I'm definitely the beneficiary here! 

Pet Air Purifier// A very unglamorous item, but this works and has been well worth the eyesore (OK, it's really not that bad). My husband has bad allergies, and I have 'regular' allergies, and this really helps the air in our home, especially with Henry! It's amazing what it picks up. I just ordered a new filter (sadly not on sale!!). 

Cleaning Spray Set// We switched to Force of Nature many years ago, and it's still the all-purpose surface spray we use throughout our home. It is an EPA-registered disinfectant and sanitizer that kills 99.9% of germs when used as directed, making it both our everyday cleaner and disinfectant. The starter kit is an upfront investment, but because you reuse the bottle and make new batches with refill capsules, it can be more economical over time than continually buying disposable spray cleaners. The upfront cost is high because you have to buy the small machine that converts the capsule and water into the active spray. It's a non-toxic cleaner made from water, salt, vinegar, and electricity, with no added fragrances or harsh chemicals. I am honestly surprised I don't see more people talking about this one! 

Echo Show// We've had this in our kitchen for years, and it's amazing. Think of it like a high-quality speaker and an iPad in one, plus voice command. We have ours on our kitchen windowsill, and I have photos scrolling across it while we are not using it. My husband loves to stream shows on it while he washes the dishes. We often use it for the weather, and we love to play Jeopardy on it while cooking dinner. The sound quality is great for playing music. You can stream services like Spotify, but you can also stream SiriusXM, which I love for its jazz and Watercolor stations when I don't feel like thinking about picking a song or playlist. It hooks up to all our security cameras, so we can use the screen as a monitor. When someone comes to the door, or there is motion on a camera, we are notified, and the video pops right up! We have smart plugs for all our lamps, so it's nice to be able to voice-control the lights, too. 

Checked Roller Bag// If you need a large suitcase, this is such a good one. I once bought a Delsey brand suitcase from TJMaxx, and the quality was terrible, but this one is SO much nicer. It has held up perfectly over the years and holds so much. The only downside, and this is not just this particular suitcase's issue, is that most larger suitcases have enough room that it is easy to fill it to over 50 pounds. Most airlines in the US have that as their weight limit on a checked bag, and if it's over, you have to pay. I am an overpacker, so I have had to pay for overweight bags many times, and I know that going in, but if you want to stay under 50 lbs, you may want to get a medium suitcase instead, which is harder to fill past 50 lbs. 

Candle// This is one of my favorite candle brands. This particular one smells like a cozy fireplace. It's not really a holiday candle, but a winter candle. I love it and usually burn it from October through February. 


Vacuum Cleaner// We have the Shark stick vac, and I like it just OK. We have a Dyson stick vac (which is old at this point), and it is OK. The only vacuum I've ever loved is the Shark Navigator. I got mine in 2016; it's still kicking 10 years later. With Henry, he sheds so much, and this picks up his hair so well. I think it does best on carpets, but it works well on hard floors, too. It's a bit heavy, obviously compared to a stick vac, and the cord can be annoying, but it totally outperforms a stick vacuum by a mile. 


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Monday, October 5, 2026

5 Essentials I Can't Go Without

XL Checked Bag// Medium Checked Bag (love that this one expands)


Pullover// Tee (runs very small, I sized up to a large)// Pants// Sneakers

I told you all that my luggage was lost somewhere on our route from Rome back to Pittsburgh. This is definitely just one of those risks you take when you travel by air. It's happened before, but my suitcase was reunited with me within about 10 hours, not days... so this was kind of new for me. 

It was also new for me because it wasn't one of my original checked bags that was lost, but rather my carry-on roller bag that the airline made me check, so it had all my necessities inside. 

My lesson learned from all of this is to put an AirTag in all of your luggage. I had AirTags in my checked bags but not in my carry-on. In the future, I plan to put AirTags in every single bag that I travel with. I also plan to take a photo of my luggage when it's packed so I can recount everything inside if it ever gets lost again. I try not to travel with items that would be very pricey to replace. I felt like I really held back on bringing my nicest items on our Italy trip, but I did have some designer shoes, bags, and just a few pieces of fine jewelry. Luckily, the fine jewelry stays on me at all times, but the shoes and bags go in my carry-on. This was definitely a reminder to be stricter about not traveling with some of my nicer things, no matter how much I really want to... it is just not worth it sometimes! 

At the end of the day, they are all just things, so while it's a bummer to lose luggage, it's certainly not the end of the world. Though we do extend our trust to the airline to keep track of our items! I was grateful that this happened on the way home and not the way there! 

I was so happy to have received my luggage back within 5 days! Truly, it felt like Christmas morning. Since it was my carry-on, it had my toiletries, makeup, and other essentials you'd want with you if the airline lost your checked bag... 

It got me thinking about what I missed most in those 5 days that was inside the suitcase. I actually wish they had lost my big bag with all of my worn clothes, ha!!! 

I think the number one item would have to be my makeup bag. I have extras of a few items at home and some old and/or reject products, but I have so carefully curated my makeup bag! I just did a blog post chronicling my entire makeup routine. I was so glad I had that blog post, so I knew exactly what I'd replace if my luggage was never returned. 

The second is my microcurrent device (my code is WINDZIIP for 10% off). I use this multiple times per week, and it is one of my favorite skincare products/devices ever. I wrote an in-depth review blog post about the device since it's a bit more technical than something like a cream or serum. It depuffs and sculpts my face like nothing else. It's truly incredible. By day 3 without my luggage, I was on the Ziip website adding it to my cart. I was trying to wait the full 5 days before replacing things, and I am glad I did. 5 days is when the airline would have considered it 'lost'. Technically, my bag was considered 'delayed'. I think this varies by airline. 

This is a small one, but one I am not sure I have ever even shared with you all: my tweezers! I've had them since high school! The quality is incredible. I use them to touch up my eyebrows. I have never had my eyebrows done by anyone; I have always just slightly plucked them to keep them neat. I have thinner eyebrows, so I am very conservative in my plucking. But when I got back to my magnified mirror, I realized how badly my brows needed cleaning up!

I wear these round earrings 3-5 times per week. They're 20% off right now. My favorite is the 10 mm round with the gold bezel. They're so simple and classic. They work with every outfit and are a great alternative to studs. I was so bummed not to have these! So many of the women in my life have also ordered these or I have gifted them- my mom, sister, cousin, aunt, family friends, and more. They make a good travel pair because they're well under $100, so if I lost them, it would be a bummer but wouldn't break my wallet. 
And lastly, my curling iron! Thankfully, I have a thermal brush and the T3 version of the Airwrap, so I was less desperate in the hair department, but I default to my curling iron because it is the quickest to use of all my hair tools. I also love my curling iron because it has an extended barrel, which works so well when my hair is very long! 

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Friday, October 2, 2026

Weekend Wish List

Some items of note... 

- So glad to see so many beautiful Tablecloth options out right now. I think they are all beautiful, but the forest toile is calling my name as it seems versatile for both Christmastime and Thanksgiving. 

- Collared pullovers are everywhere, and I cannot get enough. I love this simple Collared Pullover. My code SUMMERWIND20 may still work! 

- This Duck Embroidered Tote is darling and so perfect for year-round use! 

- My favorite Pumpkin Candle (and really only favorite) is on sale right now. 

- This Fair Isle Sweater is timeless. I picture it styled so simply with jeans or black pants with boots. My code SYD20 may still work on this! 

Fringe Scarf (left and right)// Fringe Scarf (in the middle)// Cowboy Boots
Some items of note... 

- This Fringe Scarf is such a good LDJ look for much less! 

- Dermstore brought back their Skincare Advent Calendar this year with a new mix of items and dare I say, it's even better than last year! My code SUMMERWIND is still active, but it doesn't seem to be working on this particular item. Though this is $1147 worth of products for just $200! 

- I just ordered this Plaid Waxed Trench Coat. How classic! It looks so much like Barbour! 



For your weekend reading, here are blog posts you may have missed from this week:




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Thursday, October 1, 2026

Lately


Mt. Lebanon has the most beautiful autumnal decor right now! Snapped these on my walk. We popped in to browse, and they have so many cute little fall gifts/hostess gifts. 

Have always loved this street mural in the South Hills! 

Snagged these sardines for Henry at Trader Joe's. They're just one ingredient, and they are dried... so much easier than the tins! Henry and Buddy are obsessed with these. 

My eBay purchase that I love. Nantucket Navy forever!

A small autumnal touch at home! 

My sister got us these combs for Christmas, and we all had them in our carry-ons! They are inexpensive and make for such a cute gift. They fold out with a mirror, too. 

My sister and I both love our travel parcel bags. We told Sizzle she needs to get some to match us! They're pricey, but I rarely travel without at least one. They're so useful. 


Love these eye patches so much. They feel SO good on my under-eyes and truly depuff! 

Rabbit Rabbit! Does anyone say that anymore on the 1st of the month? Happy October! I hope you are all having a great week. Last weekend, I got so much done: doing laundry, cleaning my suitcases, putting away everything I packed for my trip, and getting my closets in order for the cooler days ahead. It felt so good to start the week on such an organized note. 

Today I'm having lunch with a girlfriend, and this evening I'm starting a little Mahjong group with 3 other girlfriends. I am looking forward to it. My Grammie gave me her mahjong set to use, and it feels very special. I have no idea how to play, so I hope I love it! 

We have a slow weekend ahead, and I am so here for it, especially considering we have plans every night next weekend. I love October in Pittsburgh, so I just want to slow down and soak it all in! 

Lots of photos in today's blog post. Trying to slowly share some from my trip. 


Dress I wore in Rome


Was gifted this necklace, and it's so fun. The heart is actually wood with metal polka dots. I love the larger box chain that this comes on. I will definitely repurpose it even when I don't wear the heart charm. 


I packed this dress to throw on for Breakfast and wear as a swim cover-up. So comfortable, convenient, and cute. 


Dress// Bag// Sandals (I walked thousands of steps on cobblestone in these every night)

My sister got this very popular tote for our Italy trip and used it as her carry-on personal item. I love the way it has a big flat bottom so you can see everything inside. She got the largest size. 

The most comfortable sweat set top and pants that were gifted to me from a new-to-me brand. I think this is truly the best sweat set I've ever tried. It's SO soft and cozy but lightweight, too. 

Wearing: Catching up on sharing my outfits. I have a backlog at the moment, so I'm working my way through, but I try to keep my ShopMy up to date! 

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Eating: I'm not a big cereal person, mostly because I don't like milk. But this cereal is incredible. I have only ever found it at Costco. We just went this week, and I grabbed two boxes. My husband and I eat it as dessert! This is so flavorful and crunchy. You don't even need milk to enjoy it! 

Sale: Dudley's entire site is $111 or less to celebrate their 11th birthday. Boden just launched the most beautiful fall/early holiday collection, and they are doing 10% off with code VQCT.

Watching:
 On my flights, I watched the entire Sterling Point series on Prime Video. It's a teen drama. While definitely not my favorite, it held my attention for hours at a time. I also watched Practical Magic for the first time ever, as I know they are making a sequel. It was a good, seasonal 90s movie. 

Loving: The VB team gifted me this toiletry bag, and I LOVE it. It is truly perfect and holds so much while folding down into a decently small bag. I am a product gal, so I don't travel lightly, and this was plenty roomy for 10+ days of travel. 

Wanting:
The number of tabs I have open right now with fall fashion finds is absurd!!! There are SO many beautiful pieces out right now. This is such a cool jacket with so many embroidered details. I just ordered this neck firming serum stick. I am excited to try it. I love when skincare comes in stick form because it makes application so easy. This fleece looks so cozy for cold mornings and evenings (my code SUMMERWIND20 may still work on this). This sweater is a preppy classic. This jacket and dress combo is perfection. I'm picturing it with a headband, black tights, and black patent ballet flats. I love a fun pair of pants, and these definitely fit the bill. I can't decide if I prefer the pink or striped version of this shirt. These are the most perfect tall black boots. The price tag is steep on this sweater, but it's truly timeless! I just ordered this red barn jacket and can't wait for it to arrive. This is a great fair isle cardigan with lots of pretty color options. This 100% cotton fisherman sweater is classic and under $100. Love the design details of this sweater. This is such a cute fall dress and perfect for those of you who live in warmer climates because it is lightweight. Love these red loafers- the most gorgeous shade! I just got this dress, and am debating on wearing it to a wedding next weekend. These earrings are stunning and the perfect size for daily wear... plus they are on sale! I'm very into all of the collared pullovers I'm seeing from various brands. This collared pullover looks particularly cozy but polished! I missed out on this tablecloth last year, and I was bummed because it's perfect for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, but it is back in stock this season! 

Pittsburgh: Oktoberfest launches today and goes through the 11th downtown! 

Amazon Rec: Prime Day is October 6-7, so I'm waiting until then to do any Amazon shopping. Though I did just buy this Face Mask set. I bought one in Florence because my skin was so dry, and it hydrated my skin so well. They're inexpensive for a 4-pack. I put them in the fridge and use them when my skin needs extra help. Unlike some other masks, you only need to wear this one for an hour.  

You can find more of my Amazon favorites, here on my Amazon page where I am constantly updating it with all of my finds and top picks from home, beauty, fashion, and more!

Pumpkin Candle (on sale)
Smelling: I'm not a big fan of pumpkin scents, but this candle is one of my all-time favorites. It's on sale right now through 10/5. 

Traveling: We are staying put for October, which I'm so pleased about! My favorite month. I am looking forward to spending time with Henry and my husband, checking out some new/new-to-me Pittsburgh restaurants, staying cozy at home, and doing some fun fall activities.

Quoting: 'Be the things you loved most about the people who are gone.' // See more of my favorites, here.

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