I love writing these posts because it makes me pause and take stock of our spending this past month–for better or for worse. I’m definitely in the mood to be thrifty and use up gift cards, store credits etc. lately as we just bought a house!
So here are some of my February favorites, mostly good deals but also a couple of indulgences.
Favorite skincare: Starting off with the indulgent purchase–Eric gave me this vitamin C serum and this caffeine eye cream from one of my favorite makeup and skincare companies, 100% Pure. The vitamin C serum is stabilized so it doesn’t require refrigeration (that’s the thing I don’t like about the Timeless serum) and I love how soft and glowy my face feels after using it.
Favorite clothing deal: This week is the “GAP cash” event and I had a $40 off $100+ credit. So I got new jeans, Eric got two t-shirts and I bought two pairs of baby shoes as well (because my two older kids destroyed their 6-12mo shoes) for $75.
Favorite grocery hack: Placing a Target order on Friday evening with a bunch of our shelf-stable needs. We used to be Whole Foods shoppers only, since it saves time to only go to one place. But wow, our spending was a little out of control with inflation.
Placing online orders for Target in particular is money saving since I’m not tempted by stuff I don’t need at that time. I stick to my list, buy the cheapest options and finish up ASAP! We still shop at Whole Foods for organic produce (although that will change in the summer because, farmer’s markets) but nothing else.
Favorite song: “Barefoot Kid” by The Arcadian Wild <3
Favorite restaurant: I already mentioned this in my Valentine’s Day post, but we got out for a date for the first time in 100000 years (only a slight exaggeration) and oh. my. goodness. I need to tell you about this meal at Salut again.
Crab cake on asparagus with poached egg on top with chocolate raspberry cake for dessert for me. Eric had steak and mashed potatoes + caramel pot de creme. We used up our whole gift card and the meal was worth every cent! We have another gift card and will definitely be back soon.
What are some of your February favorites?
xx Claire