shop Archives - now & gen https://nowandgen.com/category/shop/ Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:29:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.9 https://nowandgen.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cropped-now-and-gen_logo-1-32x32.png shop Archives - now & gen https://nowandgen.com/category/shop/ 32 32 Mother’s Day Gift Guide https://nowandgen.com/2021/05/05/mothers-day-gift-guide-2/ https://nowandgen.com/2021/05/05/mothers-day-gift-guide-2/#respond Wed, 05 May 2021 21:18:58 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=6254 It's been a rough year-plus for moms everywhere. I've put together a quick list of items to shower the women in your life with love on Mother's Day.

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2020/08/24/five-ways-to-wear-my-favorite-blazer/feed/ 2 Father’s Day Gift Guide https://nowandgen.com/2020/06/16/fathers-day-gift-guide/ https://nowandgen.com/2020/06/16/fathers-day-gift-guide/#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2020 13:04:50 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=5576 After spending three-plus months in isolation, when every day has felt largely the same, we are taking every opportunity to celebrate. Father’s Day is this weekend (!), so I put together this Father’s Day gift guide because I’ve been looking for special ways to honor the men in my life, from my own husband to friends, uncles and grandpas. Since Jared hasn’t been filming, we’ve gotten to spend a ton of time together. It’s been wonderful…most of the time. He’s been incredibly helpful in supporting me and being the best dad he can be (which may include roughhousing on his end!) In that spirit, this Father’s Day gift guide features items that are sure to make your favorite men smile. Bonus: This list has gifts that start at $6, and features nine items from black-owned businesses, for those who want to support entrepreneurs of color. Happy gifting! 1. Cuisinart Indoor Griddler $70  This gift is a win for you, too: Bring the grill inside, so your guy can cook up steaks and burgers even on rainy days. 2. Golde Matcha Turmeric Latte Blend $29 Jared drinks this every morning for a jitter-free boost. It’s sold out at the moment, so pre-order to stock […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2020/06/16/fathers-day-gift-guide/feed/ 7 Mother’s Day Gift Guide https://nowandgen.com/2020/05/02/mothers-day-gift-guide/ https://nowandgen.com/2020/05/02/mothers-day-gift-guide/#comments Sat, 02 May 2020 14:37:41 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=5385 Being on lockdown with my family for the past two months has made me appreciate all that women do even more. Sure, dads are wonderful and tons of fun, but moms–moms are different. Moms are the magic makers, the organizers, the worriers, the appointment keepers, the ones who get stuff done (even during a global pandemic). So, I wanted to put together a Mother’s Day gift guide to thank all the women in my life. With Mother’s Day just a week away, I’ve been looking for special ways to honor women, from my own mom to my kick-ass friends—and I even want to treat myself! Lord knows we all need it right now. In that spirit, this gift guide features items that are sure to make your favorite women smile. Bonus: These gifts start at $15, and feature six independent artisans, for those who want to support small businesses. Happy gifting! 1. Half Baked Harvest Super Simple $18   When you’re cooking every meal at home, you need to keep it simple. That’s why I’m a huge fan of Tieghan’s cookbook that features 125 easy, comfort food–inspired recipes consisting of fewer ingredients, one-pot meals, and make-ahead dishes. There are even vegan […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2020/05/02/mothers-day-gift-guide/feed/ 8 How to Start a Greener Beauty Routine https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/26/how-to-start-a-greener-beauty-routine/ https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/26/how-to-start-a-greener-beauty-routine/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2020 14:00:46 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=5097 About three years ago, I met makeup artist Campbell Ritchie at a photo shoot. We hit it off immediately and have been besties ever since. Not only is the Australian native a talented makeup artist, but she is also a two-time cancer survivor, a committed vegan, and an eco-friendly enthusiast who is an expert at starting a greener beauty routine. Whether she’s doing makeup for a fashion show, magazine editorial, or the red carpet, she only uses beauty products that are vegan and cruelty-free. As you know, I’ve been trying to be more green in my everyday life, from making reusable beeswax food wraps to buying eco-friendly fashion brands—and that includes starting a greener beauty routine. And while I don’t think anyone should feel like they need to go out and buy a bunch of new beauty products, I’ve been looking for greener alternatives when I run out of favorite products. The interesting thing is that the beauty industry is kind of like the Wild West in regards to the toxins and additives in products. The FDA doesn’t even approve cosmetic products or ingredients (other than color additives) before they go to market, so you really have to do your homework […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/26/how-to-start-a-greener-beauty-routine/feed/ 4 7 Cozy Sweaters I’m Living in this Winter https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/21/7-cozy-sweaters-im-living-in-this-winter/ https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/21/7-cozy-sweaters-im-living-in-this-winter/#comments Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:33:06 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=5111 Today I’m packing for a fun weekend away with Jared to celebrate our 10-year (!) anniversary. Some people love sunshine and beaches, but Jared knows that the way to my heart is a snowy mountain getaway. While everyone else is counting the days until spring, I’m all about curling up in front of a fire while wearing warm, cozy sweaters. It’s something I don’t get to do very often living in Austin! This weekend is going to be filled with snowboarding, skiing, and hot chocolate by the fire, and I am here for it. Packing was pretty easy because I have 7 cozy sweaters I’m living in this winter, and I’m bringing all with us! This pale blue Kohl’s sweater has quickly become a winter wardrobe staple. There are so many great things to say about it, the most important being that it’s reallllly comfortable. The material is super cozy and soft. And I love that the pretty pastel color makes it easy to wear into spring.  This Maggie Marilyn sweater has been another go-to for me this winter. The cut is incredibly chic and hugs my body in all the right places. Navy is my favorite color and this blue […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2020/02/21/7-cozy-sweaters-im-living-in-this-winter/feed/ 10 Holiday Gift Guide https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/13/holiday-gift-guide-2/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/13/holiday-gift-guide-2/#comments Fri, 13 Dec 2019 20:06:37 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=4911 Christmas is less than two weeks away! (How did that happen?!) If you’re feeling behind on your shopping, you’re in luck! I have compiled a holiday gift guide full of things I love or have on my Santa list, as well as items I think men or kids will love. Even better: These gifts start at $15, so you’ll find plenty of steals as well as splurges. Keep reading for 40+ gift ideas for everyone in your life, as well as eco-friendly stocking stuffers that are fun and sustainable. Take a peek and let me know if anything catches your eye. Happy shopping! FOR HIM 1. Outerknown Lost Coast Moleskin pants, $118 Comfort and style go hand in hand with these organic cotton pants. 2. TISSCARE foot massager, $150 Who doesn’t love a massage after a long day? This heated machine goes deep on sore feet, hand, and calf muscles. Sounds like heaven. 3. Murray classic polo, $72 William Murray infuses stodgy traditional golf shirts with some fun. These polos wear well on the course and at the bar when your guy goes for a beer afterwards. Cheers! 4. Watches: A Guide by Hodinkee book, $85 My husband is a […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2019/12/13/holiday-gift-guide-2/feed/ 5 Eco-Friendly Fashion Brands I Love https://nowandgen.com/2019/09/23/eco-friendly-fashion-i-love/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/09/23/eco-friendly-fashion-i-love/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2019 04:59:22 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=4381 Making eco-friendly changes in our everyday life has been a big goal of mine in 2019. We’ve been trying to be more mindful of the food we buy, the food we grow and the personal care products we use as a family. The next stop: My closet. I love fashion and want to shop smarter for the environment while still looking stylish. And I’ve been pleasantly surprised to discover that eco-friendly fashion no longer equals itchy hemp fabrics or frumpy hippie sacks. No offense to my hippie friends. 🙂 I have no desire to throw out items already in my closet. I’m not an all or nothing kind of person and know my closet will probably never be 100 percent green. But I’d like to be more intentional about how I shop, just like I would at the grocery store. In addition to recycling what I already have and buying vintage, I want to invest in quality pieces I can wear forever—and to use my purchasing power to support brands who are trying to do better for the planet. Here are seven of my new go-to green labels. Do you have any favorite eco-friendly fashion brands I should know about? […]

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]]> https://nowandgen.com/2019/09/23/eco-friendly-fashion-i-love/feed/ 6 Giveaway Special: How to live every day like it’s Earth Day https://nowandgen.com/2019/04/22/giveaway-special-how-to-live-every-day-like-its-earth-day/ https://nowandgen.com/2019/04/22/giveaway-special-how-to-live-every-day-like-its-earth-day/#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:36:27 +0000 https://nowandgen.com/?p=3806 Happy Earth Day! It’s a pretty big holiday around here—as it should be. Nature gives us so much. The pure joy of getting lost in the mountains, swimming in a lake, running through oak-shaded trails or walking down a city street filled with cherry blossoms on a spring day—not to mention the obvious, like air to breath and food to eat. I want to leave this world a better place for our children and that means making changes at home to live a greener, more sustainable life. I realize climate change is a problem we can’t solve by our shopping habits alone (looking at you, Congress), but I know that becoming a more conscious consumer is an important step in the right direction. This year, I’m celebrating Earth Day with a week of daily giveaways from a handful of the eco-minded companies that are inspiring me and making it easier than ever to live green.   Earth Day Giveaway Read on to learn more about these incredible changemakers and the tips they’ve learned to live greener themselves! The giveaway: One month of produce from Imperfect Produce: Did you know that 40% of all the food produced in the US goes […]

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