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Men’s Fashion: The Garwood 360 Watch

November 25, 2016 · Leave a Comment

You know that guy that just seems to have everything…together? Always has an easy-going smile on his face. Always affable. Always has a great story about how he went kayaking last Saturday morning, spent the afternoon in a used bookstore, and then went to a charity event at his Alma Mater…where he graduated top of his class before he started his successful tech firm? And he’s actually…humble about all of it?

That Guy is a rare breed. It is impossible to buy a gift for That Guy, because, well, he has everything already.

Fortunately, The Garwood has solved the gift-giving issue for the That Guy in your life with The Garwood 360 Watch.

The Garwood 360 Watch

I’m not entirely sure when wrist watches fell out of favor with men. It makes sense to check the time on your phone, of course, but I, for one, still find pulling out a phone in the middle of a conversation, even to check the time, to be a bit rude. A quick glance at one’s wrist is forgivable. Even if we are taking function out of the equation, a quality watch adds incredible polish to any outfit, from jeans and a tee shirt to a tux.

So, let’s get your That Guy polished and polite with a 360 from The Garwood.

The 360 is a well-crafted but affordable investment watch. The frame is made of 100% Natural American Maple Wood, crafted to ultra smooth perfection in a classic shape. The face is a 45 mm modern carbon fiber design, making it sleek and lightweight. The Quartz Miyota movement (the same movement as used in Bulova watches) is fluid, and the Crystal Sapphire Glass is scratch-resistant and quite luxurious.

The Garwood 360 Watch

The 9.5″ band is impressive. The feedback I get from a lot of men who don’t like wearing watches is that they don’t like ill-fitting bands. This isn’t a problem with the 360. The face lays flat against the top of the wrist, and the band conforms perfectly to the wrist. The band has a felt exterior over a butter soft leather strap. It feels luxurious on the wrist.

The Garwood 360 Watch

The box is perfect for gift giving: a plain brown cardboard box opens to reveal the watch on a custom-sized watch pillow. If your guy doesn’t already have a watch case, this pillow is far better than the standard generic watch pillow available and will keep the watch safe when stored.

So let’s get every That Guy the distinctive 360 from The Garwood: it’s the one thing we can get him that he doesn’t already have, making you That Girl – the one who knows what he needs, even before he does.

Find The Garwood 360 at http://thegarwood.com/home/360. Now through Cyber Monday, get $30 off the price with code CYBER.

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I received this product in exchange for my unbiased review and received compensation for my time and effort. However, my experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine.

MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea

October 14, 2016 · Leave a Comment

How would you like to drink organic liquid dark chocolate all day, not gain an ounce, get your vitamins and a massive amount of antioxidants?

Yes? Me too.

So I was thrilled to learn about MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea. When we think of chocolate or cocoa, we tend to think of what comes from the inner nib of the bean. MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea is made of the Cacao Shells, which are organic. This is an herbal Chocolate loose tea that is nothing but the organic, gluten-free, vegan Cacao shells. There are no preservatives, artificial flavoring, or starches. It is caffeine free as well.

The shells have a ton of health ingredients, including a massive amount of anti-oxidants and minerals including Iron, Zinc, and Magnesium.

You might be wondering why the health benefits are so much better than from the actual cacao nib. Think about it: in fruits, the nutrients tend to be more concentrated in the rind. For instance, orange rind has much more Vitamin C than the part we typically eat. The oils that flavor many dishes come from the rind. The same applies to the Cacao Shell: it contains a concentrated amount of all the good things we hear about eating dark chocolate. For instance, they provide 40 times the number of antioxidants as Blueberries.

The shell “leaves” themselves are absolutely beautiful, a rich golden variegated brown. When hot water is added, the leaves dance in the water, giving a kaleidoscope-like show until they settle to the bottom of the pot to brew.

To brew the tea, add one to two tablespoons into boiling water and let it steep for about five minutes. I found that it doesn’t get bitter if you let it brew for longer, but the flavor does get more intense. So you can adjust it to taste.

The tea has a dark chocolate top note that is very reminiscent of intense organic chocolate and a buttery chocolate aftertaste. It has a bit of a wine note, but not overly sweet. It is a complex and smooth taste that could easily be enjoyed at any time, from a treat in the morning to a special treat for your guests at a wedding.

MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea

I’m a purist when it comes to tea: I like it straight, no milk or sugar. But both can make it a richer taste. I tried it with just a hint of vanilla, and that brought out the chocolate flavor a bit more. If you want to make it an after dinner “dessert tea,” try adding a bit of dark chocolate liqueur for a truly sublime cup.

I found that the tea did provide me with a decent amount of sustained energy without the dreaded caffeine slump. This is likely because Cacao contains theobromine, which is a mild stimulant found in chocolate and in regular tea. Theobromine (which translated, means “food of the gods”) has some impressive health effects as well: studies have shown that it can increase the hardness of tooth enamel, and there is promising research that shows that it might help prevent certain cancers. Of course, if you are sensitive to the stimulant effect of chocolate or black tea, you may want to ask your doctor if theobromine is safe for you.

The energy boost that the tea provides is part of the story of how it came to us through MiCacao: the makers of the tea were hiking through Peru when the guide offered the tea to keep their bodies strong during the hike. They fell in love with the tea and now search through Central and South America for the finest Cacao beans from Sustainable Farms. It’s a tea that makes you feel good, and that you can feel good about supporting!

MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea

And much like dark chocolate, this tea can help curb your appetite. I found that it cut down on my cravings for sweets, which is nice.

I truly love this tea for both its’ health properties and its’ amazing taste! The Style Chicks consider themselves “Tea Elitists,” and MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea makes the cut as one of our favorites!

Find MiCacao Loose Cacao Tea at MiCacao.com

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I received compensation for my time and effort on this review. However, my experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine.

The Essential Traveler Bag

October 11, 2016 · 1 Comment

I’ve long admired and envied women who get through their day and their lives needing to carry only a small bag.

Throughout my life, I’ve felt the need to anticipate and pack for every possible daily eventuality. But now a torn rotator cuff and a request to review the Essential Traveler bag has led me to lighten my load, and to my surprise, I’m getting along just fine with what I can fit into my beautiful new little leather purse. Actually, I can fit a lot into this handy purse!

The Essential Traveler

The purse itself is a high-quality gorgeous Wine colored leather with five exterior compartments, four of which have zippers. The central interior part of the purse also has a zippered closure. The bag measures 7″ by 8.5″ by .5″ and has an adjustable shoulder strap. The front zippered pouch compartment comfortably fits my RFID wallet. My ring of fifteen keys neatly stores in the compartment directly above and behind the front pouch without bulging. The top front zippered compartment is a great place for coupons in that it is more than seven inches deep. I keep my checkbook in the back zippered compartment and a pack of tissues plus and a pack of mints in the open compartment.

The Essential Traveler

That leaves the entire interior to hold a comb, compact, lipstick, glasses case, and whatever else a particular trip might require, such as a magnifying glass, which is an essential for weekend excursions.

Why a magnifying glass, you ask?

I’m now enjoying the bag daily, but one day of the week it has become irreplaceable – going to estate sales on Saturdays! Both my hands are now free to examine jewelry with a magnifying glass and to be able to hold the piece securely with the other hand.

The Essential Traveler

One more thing I like about this purse is that it easily fits under a jacket or coat for those occasions when one might like an extra measure of security, such as walking to and from a parking garage. And once you arrive in the office, you can show off your beautiful bag all day long!

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Bib&Sola Hand Blown Glass Water Decanter

September 23, 2016 · Leave a Comment

This is a hand blown artisan glass water decanter. It has a vibrant, opaque infusion of color. I chose the blue to match the decor of my office. My office is very arid to forced heat and air conditioning, as well as the environment of the computers and equipment. My eyes and skin feel dry quickly. I got this decanter to remind myself to drink enough water during the day and thought it would be nice to have something stylish on my desk for some artistic flare that coordinates with my office decor, which has accents of cobalt and lapis blue as well as other artisan glass pieces.

Bib&Sola Hand Blown Glass Water Decanter

The decanter itself is heavy enough to not accidentally knock over (as I have accidentally done from time to time with Perrier bottles) yet not so heavy that it is hard to lift. The lip on the mouth makes for easy pouring, and it does not splash

It does not come with the drinking glass; those are sold separately. However, plain or coordinating artisan glassware (such as the one I have in the picture) is easy enough to obtain on websites such as Etsy. They are also easy to paint yourself with glass painting kits. There are some bubbles in the colored glass that show it is hand made; they are not imperfections or blemishes.

Bib&Sola Hand Blown Glass Water Decanter

The decanter comes in a gift-worthy white box with company Bib&Sola logo; it is very suitable for gift giving, especially if you know someone’s colors for their kitchen, bar or dining area. At 1.2 liters it is suitable for use when serving dinner to guests as well. If giving as a gift, I might wash it first as it looked much nicer after rinsing it off. There seems to be some residual surface dust that washes off quickly, revealing more beautiful, quality piece.

It is nice to have a clear container on my desk that prompts me to drink the recommended 1.2 Liters a day, and generally, I prefer when my supervisor comes by, to have something more adult and professional on my desk such as this piece instead of plastic bottles that look sloppy.

Makes for a beautiful gift, I believe my photos are true to the color blue, a mid-blue that is not as dark as a lapis.

CONCLUSION: Nice artisan style piece that matches with several decors and is suitable for use in a kitchen, barware, dining room, or office setting.

Find the lovely Bib&Sola Hand Blown Glass Water Decanter here.

Bib&Sola Hand Blown Glass Water Decanter

I received this product at a discount for testing and review purposes. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll do my best to answer it!

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