February Five & Five: Practical Finds, Beauty Favorites, and Everyday Staples
The Monthly Five And Five
February’s Most Loved
February always feels like that middle stretch of winter when routines settle in and you start leaning into the things that simply make everyday life easier. This month’s Five & Five is a mix of your most-loved finds and a few items I’ve been reaching for lately.
From practical home upgrades and beauty favorites to comfortable wardrobe staples and a few budget-friendly surprises, these are the pieces earning their spot right now. As always, I’ve included sizing notes, details, and links to make everything easy to shop.
Tap “SHOP HERE” below to get the details on all ten picks!
The Five You LOVED Most
(your most-clicked, most-saved, most-DM’d-about favorites)
A quick, easy complexion fix that blends beautifully and feels lightweight on the skin. The creamy stick formula makes it simple to swipe on for spot concealing or quick touch-ups, while still giving that natural, hydrated look the brand is known for. Great to keep in your bag for everyday coverage without feeling heavy. I use this brush with it!
I recently repurchased a second of this office chair so my team member and I could keep a uniform look in the space. It’s comfortable, not hideous, and was surprisingly easy to put together.
I’m planning an office reveal soon, but if you want a sneak peek, you can look here.
Easily the most-used item in our dishware. I bought these over three years ago, and they’re still holding up beautifully… no chipping, no regrets. A practical, everyday staple that’s proven its value over time.
A great, affordable dress that works for just about any occasion on your calendar. The long sleeves and easy silhouette make it comfortable to wear, and it’s bump-friendly with the added bonus of pockets, wearing XXL here.
See more spring dresses I recently tried on here.
A lightweight cotton cardigan that’s perfect for layering. I own it in blue and liked it enough to pick it up in green as well. It runs generously, I’m wearing an XL with a bump, and I still have plenty of room. See full outfit details here.
THE FIVE I’m Loving
(aka: what’s getting worn, used, and reached for on repeat)
A great look-for-less of a very popular robe that usually runs well over $100. This version is nearly identical, just with a bit more stretch to it. Their pajamas linked here are really good too; everything is non-maternity but bump-friendly, and I got all XXL.
Someone recently accused me of using AI on my face (something I’ve never done), and maybe these hydrating masks are to blame. I’m not sure how dramatic the results are, but they feel incredibly hydrating and nice on the skin, a little extra love for an area most of us probably aren’t doing much skincare on.
Full look including outfit and eye patches here.
We were quoted over $6,000 for two curtains for the nursery (one for the door and one for the window), and I simply couldn’t justify that. Instead, I took a chance and ordered these custom curtains for a fraction of the price.
See everything I used here. My exact customizations were: ivory white fabric, ceiling mount, inflexible track with custom track length, a single panel for the door and a pair for the window, 240gsm 100% blackout, no tiebacks, and memory shaping.
Such a simple fix, but they make a big difference. These rug grippers keep the corners down and prevent rugs from sliding around, which helps everything stay looking neat and in place. They’re an easy way to stop curling edges and shifting rugs without needing a full rug pad.
See more details from our office remodel here.
I love having the chance to try bags I’d normally never buy. My Vivrelle membership lets me rotate different styles throughout the year, which makes it fun to experiment without committing to a big purchase.
You can use code CARALYN for a discount on your first few months.
That’s a Wrap on THIS MONTH’S Five & Five
That wraps up this month’s February Five & Five. I always love seeing which finds resonate most with this community, and it’s fun to share a few things I’ve personally been enjoying lately as well.
If there’s something you’ve been loving lately, I’d love to hear about it in the comments. And for more everyday finds, styling ideas, and beauty staples, you can always shop my Amazon storefront and LTK page which I’m always updating.
xx
CMK