#TheOnceUpon Guide to Labor Day Weekend Essentials
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In case you’re in need of some inspiration as you pack and get ready for the upcoming Labor Day weekend — i.e. the last official weekend of the summer — we’ve listed some essentials down just for you!
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Beauty & Accessories
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Multi-pots by R2R Cosmetics: Having a blush, lipstick, eyeshadow, and eyeliner all in one product used to be a dream, but not anymore with this luxury vegan beauty brand! You’ll quickly see how much time you can save by having ‘Entranced’ or ‘Empire’ in your makeup bag. Our favorite thing about these cruelty-free pots is that you can use your finger for quick touch ups anytime, anywhere — no tools necessary!
Maggie Wu Studio’s Silk Scarf & Pearl Bobby Pins: All you need to tidy up your messy beach waves is a skinny scarf to create a chic low pony and keep your baby hair at bay with delicate pearl bobby pins.
The Manhattan Bracelet by Jeff Wan: Jeff Wan’s newest product has quickly become one of our favorites because of how easily we can pair it with all of our #ootds. The double-wrap leather bracelet comes in 3 colors — white, brown and black — and features a metal clasp with the pineapple motif.
Donna Zhong’s Canvas-Leather Pouch: We’re reaching for the canvas-leather pouch to keep all of our beauty goodies safe and secured. The minimal, yet stylish pouch can store the multi-pots and hair accessories, and function as a makeup bag when you’re traveling. But when needed, the pouch can transform into a clutch, perfect for a dinner date!
Fashion
Patch Pleats Skirt by Donna Zhong: If this weekend is the last time to wear white, maximize the opportunity! We think Donna Zhong’s lightweight, asymmetrical Patch Pleats Skirt may be our go-to. We love how breathable the material is! It’s so versatile, too — we can wear it at the beach, on a date night, or for brunch.
The ‘Flower Lady’ and ‘Thinking Woman’ Cotton Tees by Maggie Wu Studio: Pairs perfectly with Donna Zhong’s white skirt is the fail-proof white cotton tees by Maggie Wu Studio. We truly live in these t-shirts because of how soft they are! The best part: they’re not see-through!
Bitter Grace’s Alina Dress: Spotted on Fiona from @fionahx3 is a comfortable, chic red floral dress available at Bitter Grace Boutique that can be worn with sandals or sneakers. We think this dress is a great long weekend choice because it offers comfort and style in one!
Jessica Taylor from @jessicataylorstevenson in Donna Zhong. Photo by Ashley Gallerani Photography.
Maggie Wu Studio’s white cotton tees are fail-proof, wardrobe essentials. Photo by Ashley Gallerani Photography.
The Alina red floral dress available at Bitter Grace Boutique is an easy go-to for a comfortable, chic look; as seen on Fiona Dang.
The ‘Donna’ and ‘Zhong’ candles.
Lifestyle
The ‘Donna’ or ‘Zhong’ Candle: If you’re staying home this Labor Day weekend, prep your home for a cozy, stress-free vibe by lighting a ‘Donna’ or ‘Zhong’ soy blend candle by your bedside table. Whether you choose the jasmine scents of ‘Donna’ or the lemon and earl grey tea aroma of ‘Zhong’, you’ll find yourself relaxed and feeling calmer.
Rose Quartz Facial Roller by Maggie Wu Studio: It’s the perfect skincare tool to de-puff and de-stress. If you’re traveling, keep it safe in your Donna Zhong canvas-leather pouch in case you are in need of a self-care moment — even if it may just be for 5 minutes. Pro-tip: Store the facial roller in the fridge before using to get a cooling effect!
Heels & Yield Blog: If you are in need of some reading material, we’ve been loving the Heels & Yield blog! The team has been learning more about how we can take control of our financial future; each read is only under 5-minutes long and it caters to all women who want to learn about investing, saving, and all things finance, so check it out!
Last but not least, Donna Zhong’s Oversized Canvas Tote Bag — the ultimate weekender for those traveling! You can store everything we mentioned on this list because the bag is so spacious! It is big enough to pack a few minimal outfits along with our pouch full of makeup and hair essentials! We can also pack our iPad with us, too, to keep up with the Heels & Yield blog!
Have a relaxing and stress-free weekend, everyone!
Xoxo,
The Once Upon Team