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6.21.2021

Connoisseur Reviews | Brow Serum, Barely Zero Bra, Solgaard Carry-On Closet

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I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day weekend and were able to celebrate the dads in your life. We had a great, relaxing weekend. 


Welcome to a new episode of Connoisseur Reviews. I'm reviewing many highly requests items in today's video. I have also procured discount codes where I could. I hope you enjoy. 

Solgaard Carry-On Closet code MADAMECHIC gives 15% off

Awarded the distinction of Time Magazine's Best Inventions, the Solgaard Carry-on Closet is an innovative suitcase made with eco-friendly materials, that allows you to transport your belongings elegantly and stylishly. It has a patented built-in shelving system that allows for optimal organization, a USB charging port for convenience, and an indestructible polycarbonate shell for durability.  The color of my suitcase is Cannes Sand. So chic. Solgaard have given us the discount code MADAMECHIC for 15% off. 




Vegamour Brow Serum THEDAILYCONNOISSEUR for 20% off 

I've been using the Vegamour Brow serum for nearly four months now and have seen growth in my sparse eyebrows. The top is the "before" and the bottom is the "after". I'm impressed with the results and will continue to use it. 


My brows have filled in and the "tail" of the brow, which is where most of the sparseness is, has filled out a little. All-in-all, I'm very pleased! 





The EXO Beauty at-home laser hair removal device is pretty impressive. It comes with sunglasses (which you should wear when operating the device) and instructions on how to use the machine. This is the type of review which will need to span over a few months as it takes 8 to 12 weeks to see results. Use code TDC15OFF for 15% off. 

Neiwai Barely Zero Bra JS10 for 10% off 

The Neiwai Barely Zero Bra is a one size fits all (yes, you read that correctly) bra that is sooo comfortable. I have purchased this bra in several colors. It's an excellent tee shirt bra and works well with outfits that won't show the thick straps. It also works as a half-camisole under your clothing. The silhouette won't work for every outfit, however, as the straps are very thick and the neckline is high. Use code JS10 for 10% off. 



Montelle Intimates modal bust-support chemise JEN20 for 20% off in midi-length... yes!!! 

Made out of buttery-soft, eco-friendly Tencel™ Modal from renewable cellulosic plants such as beech trees, pine trees, and bamboo. All three fibers are biodegradable.


Here are some of the key aspects of the chemise:

• Eco-friendly and buttery-soft Modal
• Flattering A-line chemise
• Feather flecked stretch galloon lace with soft shimmer
• Elastic at the underbust for extra support
• Triangle lace insert at the underbust
• Soft adjustable straps


Planting Tree is a website that has an excellent selection of high quality plants perfect for your zone. The two rose bushes they sent me were delivered carefully packaged in a box. They arrived with hardly any leaves of buds and a few weeks later they turned into the excellent specimens you see above. Code JENNIFER gives $10 off orders $99+



360 Cookware  DC20 for 20% off 

I am finally trying out a high-quality stainless steel cookware set. 360 Cookware is made in America and built to last. The pans have a vapor technology that creates fast even heat. The lids capture the heat and circulates it, rather than allowing it to escape out of the sides. I've been regularly cooking on them for weeks and love them! The key is to not use high heat. Medium heat and under works like a charm. Thank you to 360 Cookware for the 20% discount with code DC20.



Plum Deluxe Tea  JENNIFER10 for 10% off  Plum Deluxe source great ingredients, blend them to perfection and delivery them fresh. They have a wide variety of impressive loose leaf teas to choose from. I have been especially loving the Self-Care Blend Herbal Tea (with elderberry and apricot) and Gratitude Blend Black Tea (a strawberry Earl Grey). 



 My friend, Inspired by Nikki, has designed this retro-inspired half aprons. They are more decorative than utilitarian and are so adorable. 



On the Loose is a new children's book by Chic Society member, Theresa Brown. The mother in this fun story is wearing a robe inspired by my favorite plum robe. How neat! It's a sweet tale about what to do when a lizard accidentally gets into the house. 

⚜️ What I'm Wearing

Outerknown Jumpsuit

Jackie Mack Necklace TDC15OFF for 15% off 

Neiwai Barely Zero bra JS10 for 10% off 


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Comment of the Week

Elizabeth A. writes, "If an artist's art doesn’t appeal to me aesthetically I’m more bound to try and understand the art. It is simple for me to look at Monet or Van Gogh. I like what I see. So I like to look at it. But to try to understand art that I am not drawn to is me giving that artist profound respect. We must try things that we are not sure we will like. Be curious friends!!"


Elizabeth, I couldn't agree more. You stated it perfectly!


Thank you for watching Connoisseur Reviews. I hope you found these reviews useful. If you have any requests for future reviews, please let me know. See you soon!



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9.24.2020

CONNOISSEUR REVIEWS SEPTEMBER

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Welcome to the September edition of Connoisseur Reviews. I am sharing beautiful books, delightful teas, luxurious natural soaps, exquisitely scented laundry detergent, and more in this month's review.

      



The following three books from the editors of Victoria Magazine are the most beautiful coffee table books and would make excellent gifts. These will be reappearing in my upcoming holiday gift guide. 




The Art of Tea from the editors of Victoria Magazine. From the publishers: The ages-old tapestry of taking tea is woven with a prismatic palette of threads, from the golden strands of tradition and the silver cords of friendship to the rainbow ribbons of taste bud–tempting refreshments and the brightly hued filaments of an elegantly set table.




Our Hearts are in France from the editors of Victoria Magazine. From the publishers:  Our Hearts Are in France takes readers on a memorable journey through this majestic country, where centuries-old chateaux rise from the riverbanks and snow-dusted mountains give way to rolling hills and fertile valleys sprinkled with tiny villages, each one more enchanting than the last.

Our Hearts are in England from the editors of Victoria Magazine From the publishers: Our Hearts are in England is an idyllic sojourn through this “green and pleasant land” of scenic byways and quaint villages, glorious gardens, and quintessential cottages. Filled with lush photography and enchanting prose, this exquisitely bound 232-page hardcover book is one to savor as we voyage together in search of England’s very essence.

The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel "Doing well with money isn’t necessarily about what you know. It’s about how you behave. And behavior is hard to teach, even to really smart people." 



Simple Loose Leaf Tea in Simple Vanilla Herbal is my favorite from this line, but honestly they are all lovely. This has revived my love for Rooibos tea, which I used to drink on a regular basis. The Simple Vanilla Herbal is so delightful and feels like a rich, full-bodied black tea even though it is an herbal red tea. They are all delightful. You can find them on the Simple Loose Leaf Tea website, or on Amazon



The Sleep and Glow pillow is an innovative, anti-microbial anti-aging pillow that allows side-sleepers to enjoy sleep without "squishing" the face. There's no other way to put it, really. It's a very comfortable pillow and I enjoy using it and do see the benefit of the grooves in the side of the pillow. Use code JenniferScott10 for $10 off. (My robe is by Plush Necessities


The Bend Soap Co. is a wonderful, small family business located in Bend, Oregon. They create all natural goat milk soap products. My favorite scent of theirs is the "almond delight" line. They have expanded this line in all of their offerings, including their luxury milk bath and sugar scrub. I highly recommend! Code DC10 for 10% off 



Hiketron Laundry Detergent makes the most beautifully and complex scented laundry detergents. My favorite scent of their is Mambo Man (trust me on this one). They have just released three new scents that are great too: Paradise, Energize and Tropical Passion code JENNY25 gives 25% off for first-time customers. 



News
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📍Take my new eCourse, Carry Yourself with Poise. There are so many amazing ladies on this course, bonding and building friendships as we rally around elegant living. Tamara writes, "I absolutely adored this course! One of the best investments I have ever made in my life. Jennifer, I would like to thank you for taking the time to create a course that is enriching. I look forward future courses."

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Thank you, Elisabeth! The ten-item wardrobe video comes out on Monday and I have a special Homeschool video out on Saturday. It's a busy week on The Daily Connoisseur!

I hope you enjoyed today's review. Let us know if you have found anything worth sharing in the comments below. 


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7.30.2020

Connoisseur Reviews | July

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Welcome to the July edition of Connoisseur Reviews.



We are going to explore tea, candles, skincare, eyebrow palettes, and more in this month's review.


Tea Drops are an interesting concept... it's basically high-quality loose leaf organic tea pressed into a compact "drop". There are no tea bags and you can drop the tea right into your hot water. A bit of sediment forms on the bottom, but it is safe to drink. This would make a unique gift for any tea lover you might know. My favorite flavor was Rose Earl Grey, which is lightly sweetened with sugar.






The sample tea kit would make an excellent and unique novelty gift and is only around $14. 



The Chai tea kit is very easy to make and so yummy. 



Here is the Keep Calm and Remain Classy Mug, which is also in pink...

Baylis & Harding  is the UK's number one decor display hand wash brand and they have just come to America. Baylis & Harding is big in England and I’m excited to see them here. Their Goodness Line‘s formulas are plant-based and vegan and sell for $5.99




The 4 scent options come in a generous 16.9 oz, 100% recyclable statement bottle and the fragrances really nice. My favorite is the sea kelp peppermint. 


Mix Easy made-to-order skincare is a custom-order skincare company that allows you to customize your own blends to fit your skincare concerns.They believe one formula can't be right for millions of different people, so custom skincare formulations are the way to go. 

Here is an example of just some of the natural ingredients you can choose from. 



I ordered the orange scent in the cleanser and moisturizer and have enjoyed them for the past two months. Code JENNIFER15 for 15% off.

Barbados Grapefruit and Lime & Ginger Lily are limited summer releases from one of my favorite natural candle brands. These natural candles have very subtle scents and their understated decor looks great in any setting. 



The next item I'd like to share with you is the Aesthetica Brow Palette, which I purchased from Amazon. 

The beauty treatment I have missed the most during this quarantine is eyebrow threading. I get my eyebrows regularly threaded every three weeks and I haven't been since the beginning of March 😱 

This has made for very unruly brows for me. Out of desperation, I searched for a good brow palette and came across this one, which also has stencils. It's what I needed! Now, I'm able to draw my brows in with some shape. I'm still considering microblading, so if any of you get it done, please let me know your honest experiences in the comments. 




Pinrose Perfume Update (Code JSCOTT gives free shipping)



I completely love this perfume. My top three fragrances are Secret Genius, Mystical Misfit, and Merry Maker.

I purchased the travel size bottles of both Merry Maker and Mystical Misfit and have enjoyed blending and wearing those fragrances as well. If I would have to narrow it down two, Secret Genius and Mystical Misfit are my two personal favorites.



Merry Maker is very light and subtle, perfect for people who don't typically like to wear scent. It actually blends very well with Mystical Misfit. I know many of you ordered the sample packs. Which ones were your favorite? Don't forget to use the Code JSCOTT for free shipping.






I hope you enjoyed the reviews in today's video.

News
📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for July

📍Take my new eCourse, Carry Yourself with Poise. There are so many amazing ladies on this course, bonding and building friendships as we rally around elegant living. Tamara writes, "I absolutely adored this course! One of the best investments I have ever made in my life. Jennifer, I would like to thank you for taking the time to create a course that is enriching. I look forward future courses."

📍Become a member of The Daily Connoisseur through the MEMBERSHIPS feature. I do one livestream as well 3 episodes of my new Vodcast (a video podcast) per month. (Link must be accessed on a computer.)

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Comment of the Week
I normally highlight the positive and inspiring comments I receive in this section and I thank you for them. This week, however, I will address an email I received from a reader who was very upset that I do not regularly respond to the comments on the blog. I will not publish her email, but wanted to address it here. As most of you know, I am a homeschooling mother of four young children. Parenting, family life, and taking care of my home take up the majority of my day. The rest of the time I spend creating and working on this blog, my channel, and books.

Between the blog, YouTube channel, social media accounts, website contact form, and my eCourses, I receive hundreds of comments each day and am unable to respond to all of them. I generally respond to the blog comments every ten days or so. I believe that is better than publishing a canned response that would feel robotic and informal. I have also implemented the comment of the week feature on the blog in order to highlight interesting and inspiring comments. Thank you for your understanding. My family always comes first and I know that most of you appreciate that.

I hope you enjoyed this month's review. If there is anything you'd like me to review in the future, please let me know in the comments. Take care and I will see you soon!


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6.25.2020

Aether Makeup, Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies, Rose Oil, Chic Aprons | CONNOISSEUR REVIEWS June

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Welcome to the June edition of Connoisseur Reviews.



We are going to explore makeup, perfume, oils, and gummies (yes, gummies!) in today's review session.


⚜️Osmosis CC Cream I have reviewed this CC cream in the past and find myself returning to it this summer. CC stands for "color correcting". This cream goes on seemingly white and then blends into your skin, matching your color. It is a lighter weight cream and nice for lazy summer days.



⚜️Aether eyeshadow palette can be found on Grove Collaborative and Amazon. I like this crystal amethyst gemstone palette, however, there are some things to note: each shade is dark. There really are not any lighter or medium shades. Normally an eyeshadow palette has a mix of light, medium, and dark shades. Because these are all dark, you would need to use other shades to blend and contrast.



⚜️NYX retractable eyeliner in brown is a good, affordable, long-lasting, waterproof eyeliner. It is a creamy formula and doesn't require a sharpening pencil. It is a bit blunt with a thicker line application, but, for the price is a great liner.


⚜️Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies The Goli Apple Cider Gummie supports skin health, weight management, immune system, appetite, heart health, and energy. It's also infused with superfoods, and enriched with vitamins B9 and B12. They have a good taste and are easy to take... You taste more of the apple than the vinegar. Code dailyconnoisseur 5% off



⚜️Pinrose Perfume is a beautiful collection of delightful, non-toxic perfumes. You take a quiz to find which perfume is best suited to your tastes. I will do a dedicated review of all of the scents. I just ordered the sample set for this upcoming video. Code JSCOTT gives free shipping



⚜️Mirapur rose geranium essential oil is a beautifully scented essential oil that makes my homemade cleaning products smell like the Mrs. Meyer's Rose line. Another favorite of mine is their almond essential oil , which smells like the Method almond cleaner. Soooo good.



⚜️I love aprons and wear them everyday. For less messy work, I like wearing half-aprons so I can listen to my audio books with headphones while I work. Here are two great options: chambray half-apron and half-apron stripe.

On my nails: Vendetta by Londontown code JenniferS gives 25% off
SKYE Opale 18K gold freshwater pearl earrings code Jennifer20 for 20% off

I hope you enjoy today's video.

News
📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for June, 2020

📍Take my new eCourse, Carry Yourself with Poise. There are so many amazing ladies on this course, bonding and building friendships as we rally around elegant living. Tamara writes, "I absolutely adored this course! One of the best investments I have ever made in my life. Jennifer, I would like to thank you for taking the time to create a course that is enriching. I look forward future courses."

📍Become a member of The Daily Connoisseur through the MEMBERSHIPS feature. I do one livestream as well 3 episodes of my new Vodcast (a video podcast) per month. (Link must be accessed on a computer.) I often discuss more controversial and sensitive issues on memberships, that do not make it to YouTube and last month we had a great Zoom call with all of the participants.

📍Thank you for your wonderful support of my new book, CONNOISSEUR KIDS.

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Comment of the Week
Toni Wadsworth writes, "We are in quarantine and have been playing the piano in the evenings. I inherited an antique grand Steinway from my great aunt who was a piano teacher. I promised to keep it in the family and never sell it. When we moved into our house which was built in 1830, many people suggested I not bring the piano because our house is only 12 feet wide and our piano is 8 feet wide. I did bring it of course and placed it in the front parlor where it looks and sounds so lovely. In our town if your house is over 100 years old, you can look up the history of the house at the local library. Not long after moving in, I researched the history of the house and discovered that the original home owners were married musicians who lived in the house from 1830-1870. He was a violinist and his wife was a vocalist. They performed in Alexandria, VA and Washington DC together. I feel that they would be pleased with our piano in the parlor. Pianos are no wider than many sofas. If you have little space as we do, your guests may sit at your piano bench and we have put 2 benches side by side. The children love to sit there!"


Toni, I loved your comment so much. How wonderful that you chose to keep the piano and enjoy it in your home. Thank you for letting us know!

Thank you for joining us for this edition of Connoisseur Reviews. I would love to know what you have discovered lately or if you have any requests for next month's review.

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