In the PNW, we’re lucky that summer usually goes on through September! But then it cools down fast, and it’s time to bring out the fall staples. I partnered with rue21 to pick up affordable but trendy basics that transition perfectly from summer to fall. I’ve been stocking up on some basic ...
10 Black-Owned Jewelry Stores to Shop
Today is #BlackoutDay2020, a day that people are being encouraged to use their spending power to avoid buying anything except to support black-owned businesses. I've made a list of ten black-owned Etsy stores that create beautifully handcrafted jewelry in all different styles. Consider shopping ...
Last Minute Holiday Gifts Under $20
It's the most capitalistic time of the year! And it's approaching fast. The holidays come with a lot of pressure to spend. That's why I came up with a list of some of my favorite last minute holiday gifts for your friends and family that won't break the bank. Everything on this list is under $20 and ...
Prepping for snow with Lugz booties
A few years ago, I would probably laugh at any Seattleite with a snow boot collection. Then, the great snowmageddon of 2019 happened. I was snowed in for nearly two weeks! That meant long walks to the grocery store and running through the snow to keep up with my doggo who was beyond excited. Let's ...
Why does my blog keep changing names?
Whether you just started this journey with me or if you've been on it for awhile, I have gone by a few different blog names since I started. I started out as 'Brynnita,' then I was 'The Brye,' and now here I am settled as 'Between Smiles.' I wanted to let you guys in to what led to all these changes ...
The Best Fashion Sales for 4th of July
Fourth of July might be tomorrow, but the sales will last all weekend long! This weekend has some of the biggest fashion sales of the year, so it's a great time to stock up on summer (or winter) styles. I've rounded up a list of some of the 4th of July fashion sales that are going on, along with ...
Mega List of Influencer Platforms (Updated July 2019)
There are A LOT of influencer platforms out there nowadays. It's pretty much impossible to keep up with them all. Influencer platforms are generally a way for influencers to connect with brands, either by applying to brand opportunities or by being put in a pool of influencers that brands can choose ...
How to Update your Wardrobe with Material World
Spring was just around the corner—now it's almost summer already! New seasons (and weather, if you live somewhere like Seattle) mean it's time for a new wardrobe look. This spring, I partnered up with Material World, a styling service that repurposes pre-owned designer clothing (YES!) in a monthly ...
Review: Coastal Co Spring Box
Subscription boxes are my jam. I love the surprise of receiving a box of curated goodies, like a birthday gift that just keeps coming! That's why I am pumped to try out the Coastal Co Spring box! Coastal Co sends out a curated box that's coastal-themed just for people like me who can't imagine ever ...
How to Choose a Business Card
It's the worst when someone asks you for a business card and you don't have any. But choosing what your business card looks like can be pretty tough. You could design your business card yourself, but there's also a lot of places that have premade business card designs for you to use. While it's ...
Review: High on Leather Crossbody Bag
One of the bags I've been trying out this winter is a vintage-style leather crossbody purse from High on Leather. I'm not a girl who buys myself a lot of purses or bags, so I really love something that will last me years. I was excited to try this crossbody bag because the brand claims they are an ...
How to spend 2 days in Zion National Park
I visited Zion National Park for two days (three nights) in late March last year. It was one of our stops on a two-week-long road trip around the Midwest, which including the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Arches National Park. I didn't know much about Zion going into our trip, but ...