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People ask me all the time what I actually use—not just what I recommend. So I thought I’d share the products and wardrobe pieces I reach for almost every day during August.
These are the items that have earned a permanent place in my routine because they make getting dressed easier, simplify my wellness habits, or help me feel more confident in my skin.
1. Linen Wrap Cardigan
This has been my #1 fashion best seller all spring and summer. It’s the perfect lightweight layer for cool mornings, over-air-conditioned restaurants, and those first hints of autumn. Linen Wrap Cardigan
2. Lip Oil
If you’ve watched my videos, you’ve probably seen this. It’s the product I’m asked about more than any other because it gives lips a healthy, glossy finish without feeling sticky. Lip Oil in Fussy
3. Arch Support Sandals
Comfort matters more than ever. These woven sandals have that effortless European look while providing the arch support I need for all-day wear. Arch Support Sandals
4. Woven Shoulder Bag
The perfect everyday bag. It’s large enough for my essentials but still looks polished and refined. I loved it so much I bought it in two colors. Woven Shoulder Bag
5. City Shorts
I’m not a fan of long Bermuda shorts, but these city shorts strike the perfect balance between classic chinos and longer silhouettes. City Shorts – These run a FULL SIZE SMALL so order a size up.
6. Hydrate
Staying hydrated is one of the easiest ways I support healthy-looking skin. I love that this electrolyte blend keeps me hydrated without affecting my heart rate or blood pressure.
Hydrate – Mango
Hydrate – Strawberry Kiwi
Hydrate – Lemon Lime
Hydrate – Strawberry Kiwi
Hydrate – Lemon Lime
7. Chambray Dress
When I don’t want to think about an outfit, this is the dress I grab. It’s comfortable, flattering, budget-friendly, and easy to style. Chambray Dress | Red Camera Bag
8. Cream Makeup
As skin matures, I find cream formulas far more forgiving than powders. They give my skin a soft, radiant finish instead of emphasizing fine lines. Seint Makeup – Get Color Matched HERE
9. Balance
I drink Balance before my two biggest meals of the day. It helps me feel fuller, supports balanced blood sugar, and keeps afternoon cravings under control. Balance
10. Skin Plumping Routine
Healthy skin starts with consistency. My favorite plumping serum, paired with Glow collagen gummies, helps support hydrated, healthy-looking skin, hair, and nails. Skin Plumping Serum
Bonus: Glow Gummies
Glow Gummies are my daily beauty support for healthy-looking skin, stronger hair, and healthier nails. They’re an easy addition to my routine, and I consider them the finishing touch to my inside-out approach to midlife beauty. Glow Gummies for Hair, Skin, and Nails
The Bottom Line
At 52, I’ve learned that looking and feeling your best doesn’t require hundreds of products. It comes from finding a handful of pieces and habits that consistently work for you—and using them day after day.
These are the 10 things that have earned a permanent place in my August routine because they make life easier, help me feel more confident, and support both my wellness and my personal style. If you’re looking for tried-and-true favorites rather than trendy purchases, these are a great place to start.
xoxo,
Valarie
I am 5’0 36D and generally wear 2P or SMALL with a 26” inseam…for sizing reference. But if there is any nuance or difference in the sizing information, it will be noted above.
- Valarie
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