- $50 Selkie gift card
- $25 Trixie Cosmetics gift card
- $25 Pusheen Shop gift card
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
The Soubrette Brunette's 9th Blogiversary Giveaway! [CLOSED]
Friday, January 28, 2022
Friday Favorites #165: Be Mine, Valentine
I don't really have any plans for Valentine's Day this year – and I'm actually okay with that! I might pick up a few things to pamper myself, but I think I'll be keeping things low-key this year.
If you're looking for some more ways to treat yourself this February, be sure to check back here on Tuesday the 1st! I promise I'll have something special waiting for you. :) What do you think it could be?
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
A New Year's Eve Survival Guide for Introverts and Highly Sensitive People
dress: c/o Unique Vintage |
Let's face it: being an introvert and a highly sensitive person (HSP) isn't always easy.
If you identify with being a highly sensitive person or being introverted, you'll know that certain social situations can sometimes feel overwhelming. We can handle them if we've learned how to adapt (thanks to our more extroverted friends and available introvert and highly sensitive person coping strategies). But whether we actually want to partake in them is often a different story.
For a long time, I thought it meant I was abnormal when I felt drained after attending a social gathering or dreaded the thought of going to a party or crowded bar. But I eventually learned that the "introvert hangover" is incredibly common – and that there are highly sensitive person coping strategies that could also help me understand my needs a bit better.
This is especially important during this time of year, as HSPs, introverts and holidays may not always mix well. Introverts and HSPs alike may feel like they're being pushed past their limits when they don't have enough downtime and feel pressured to be "on" for too long. My holiday celebrations tend to be pretty low-key, but in retrospect, I wish that I would have had an introvert's guide to the holidays to consult in the past!
My New Year's Eve festivities are also pretty quiet these days. I was never big on going out, but I'm now even more inclined to stay in on the last night of the year. Not every HSP or introvert feels the same way, however. No matter what your plans are, you deserve to celebrate in a way that helps you feel your best. If you're looking for a more subdued NYE – even if you don't have a lot of HSP or introvert traits – read on.
In the interest of HSP and introvert holiday survival, I've put together a little guide for a better New Year's Eve. Here are just a few tips I'd recommend that introverts and HSPs (or literally anyone!) keep in mind as they plan for how they'll ring in 2022.
Keep It Small and Short
Plan to Stay In
Get Enough Sleep
Eat and Hydrate Properly
Take a Time Out
Bring or Wear Comfortable Shoes
Consider Staying Sober
Set Boundaries and Have an Escape Plan
Refer to These Tips For HSP and Introvert Holiday Survival
Monday, December 13, 2021
The Soubrette Brunette's Holiday Gift Guide 2021
For the last few years, I've put together some fun gift guides for the holiday season. (In case you missed them in the past, check out my HSP and introvert gift guide, my 2019 gift guide, and my 2020 gift guide for ideas!)
While these posts take a lot of time and effort to create, I really enjoy doing them... so without further ado, enjoy my holiday gift guide 2021 edition! I try not to repeat themes from year to year, so I've been on the hunt for totally new present inspiration. Take a look at my 2021 gift guides below and get shopping! Given postal delays and supply chain issues, you won't want to wait until the last minute.
Please note that this post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links, I may receive a small commission (at no cost to you!) that helps to run my blog. Thank you for supporting The Soubrette Brunette!
Pop Culture Gift Guide
Do you have a pal who won't watch anything but old episodes of The Office or can't get enough of RuPaul's Drag Race? Then these pop culture gifts are a great place to start. The best gifts for pop culture fans are ones that will amuse – so these are meant to put a smile on the recipient's face.
Check out this pop culture gift guide below and click on the corresponding links to shop.
Even More Astrology Gift Ideas
I included some astrology gifts in my post from 2019, but I thought it was time to include another astrology gift guide for 2021. These gifts for astrology lovers of all kinds will dazzle your most spiritually inclined friends or serve as a great introduction to the Zodiac.
When you need good astrology gift ideas, get inspired from my selections below.
Gifts for True Crime Fans
If you're anything like me, you're obsessed with cults and infamous unsolved cases. These gifts for true crime lovers will scratch that itch in a harmless way.
For friends who love mysteries, who can't get enough of Dateline and Forensic Files, or who are obsessed with anti-MLM content on YouTube, add these true crime gifts to your list.
a. The Murder on the Links candle
b. "your MLM is not a small business" sweatshirt
c. at-home murder mystery night game
d. murder most puzzling
e. Cultish
f. I'll Be Gone in the Dark
g. "the husband did it" mug
Best Gifts for Gardeners and Plant Parents
It's tough to find the right gardening gifts, especially in the off-season. I've compiled this selection of gifts for plant parents and gardeners so it's simple to find something to fit their green thumbs.
My gardener gift guide is well-suited for newcomers and seasoned horticulturists alike. Take a look at these gardening gifts and check something off your growing present-buying list.
Stress Relief Gift Ideas
The need for stress relief gift ideas was high in 2020 – and 2021 wasn't much better for many folks. If you have a loved one who's anxious, depressed, or burned out at work, you'll definitely want to compile some good gifts for stress relief.
While these don't have to specifically remain Christmas gift ideas for stress relief, these items can provide a welcome respite from the world and help your loved one relax during this holiday season.
Fun Gifts Under $50
Sticking to a budget for a Secret Santa or other gift exchange? If so, take a look at what I consider to be the best gifts under $50. (Some of them are much less expensive!)
Gift Guide For New Homeowners and New Renters
Who's the hardest to shop for on your list? I hope my gift ideas will point you in the right direction!
Happy Holidays!
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY: Let's Get This Gingerbread
The holiday season is upon us, so I thought it would be fun to celebrate with a festive little giveaway! Keep reading to find out how you can win this sweet gingerbread bundle for yours-elf. :)
- Dash gingerbread man mini waffle maker
- adorable gingerbread mug
- mini gingerbread house kit
- assortment of holiday treats
Friday, November 26, 2021
Black Friday Favorites 2021
The Black Friday sales are upon us! Although I'm mostly focused on buying gifts for others this year, there are a few little things I wouldn't mind getting for myself. Here are just a handful of things I've got my eye on, as well as a bunch of discount codes compiled for you to use!
Please note that this post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links, I may receive a small commission (at no cost to you!) that helps to run my blog. Thank you for supporting The Soubrette Brunette!
As always, I'll try to add new promo codes throughout the weekend as they're announced! For now, here are some of my favorite sales.
Anthropologie: 30% off select items
ASOS: up to 80% off everything
Betsey Johnson: 30% off with code BETSEY30
BoxLunch: 30% off sitewide
Cath Kidston: up to 60% off with an extra 15% off
Collectif: 50% off sitewide with code TG50
ColourPop Cosmetics: 30% off sitewide
DSW: 25% off with code BFDEAL
Erstwilder: 30% off 400+ designs
Heart of Haute: 25% off sitewide
Hot Topic: 30% off everything
Irregular Choice: up to 50% off
J.Crew: 40% off with code SHOPEARLY
Kate Spade: up to 50% off everything
Kitten D'Amour: 25% off select full-price designs
Loungefly: extra 30% off select sale items
Madewell: 30% off with code OHJOY
ModCloth: 40% off sitewide + daily doorbusters
Modern Millie: 15% off storewide with code FESTIVE15
Nordstrom: up to 50% off select items
Old Navy: 50% off your online purchase
Packed Party: 30% off sitewide with code CHEERS30
The Pretty Dress Company: 25% off with code FRIDAY25
Timeless London: 200 dresses for £25
Thirdlove: up to 60% off sitewide, get 20% off orders $150+ with code TL-BESTBFCM20
Too Faced: 30% off sitewide + free shipping with code THANKS30
Trixie Cosmetics: 25% off with code TRIXMASTIME25
Retrospec'd: 30% off with code BIG30SALE
Rifle Paper Company: 30% off everything with code HOLIDAY30
Selkie: up to 40% off select items
Sephora: Cyber Week sale
ShopDisney: 20% off sitewide with code MAGIC
Sourpuss Clothing: 25% off with code BLACK
Steady Clothing: 25% off sitewide with code HOLIDAY2021
Tatyana: 50% off everything with code BLK2021
Ulta: Black Friday deals
Unique Vintage: 25% off with code OHMYGOURD
Urban Decay: 30% off sitewide
Vendula London: up to 50% off select items
Vixen by Micheline Pitt: 35% off sitewide with code BACKTOBLACK
Voodoo Vixen: up to 70% off + an exta 10% off with code BF2147
Happy shopping!
Thursday, October 28, 2021
The Soubrette Brunette's Big Birthday Giveaway! [CLOSED]
This birthday really snuck up me! I think (or hope, at least) that 33 will be a good year. And to kick things off, I'm hosting my annual birthday giveaway!
This year's giveaway is really special. I'm partnering with 4 brands I absolutely love to give away some incredible prizes... to FOUR DIFFERENT WINNERS!
That's right: 4 of you have a chance to win something amazing!
Keep reading to find out everything you need to know!