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6 Tips for Transitioning Smoothly from Employee to Freelancer

The freelance life has become increasingly attractive to many people because it offers creative freedom and the chance to be your own boss. Freelancers can choose their projects, set their schedules, and work from anywhere, which contrasts sharply with the fixed hours and routines of traditional full-time employment. For many, the appeal also comes from the opportunity to develop specialized…

What GIA Grading Actually Means for a Diamond Purchase

GIA grading means a diamond has been independently assessed by the Gemological Institute of America against four established criteria, commonly known as the four Cs, providing buyers with an objective reference point rather than relying solely on a seller’s description. This grading covers carat weight, cut quality, color, and clarity, each assessed under controlled conditions by trained gemologists. Buying through an experienced jeweler, such as Bercotts Jewellers, that deals in…

Creating the Ultimate Backyard Patio Retreat: Tips for a Durable, Comfortable Outdoor Space

Your backyard has more potential than most homeowners give it credit for. With the right combination of a solid surface underfoot and smart shade overhead, an ordinary patch of grass or cracked concrete slab can become the most-used room in the house. The good news is that you don’t need a full-scale renovation to get there; you just need to get a few key elements right, in the right order,…
City Chic Living - About Alexandra Nicole

Hi! I'm Alexandra

I am a middle aged mom of three, author, and entrepreneur from Memphis, Tennessee. I fill my days pursuing the dream of being my own boss as a full time CEO and sensory marketing specialist while spending my evenings playing superheros, helping with homework, making dinner, and tucking in my littles.

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My passion for creativity and my love for all things beauty and style inspired me to begin a career in makeup in my early 20s. After working with several high-end cosmetic brands, this blog began as a haven for beauty hacks and skincare techniques. While my topics have expanded as I have journeyed through life into stories on family, travel, and home design, my passion still lies in helping people express their unique style while embracing their natural beauty.

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7 Perfume Concentration Levels Explained

The words printed on a fragrance box, eau de toilette, eau de parfum, extrait, aren’t marketing flourishes. According to the International Fragrance Association’s official usage guidance, updated July 9, 2025, typical fragrance oil concentrations range from 1 to 3 percent in a splash or aftershave up to 15 to 40 percent in a perfume extract, with eau de toilette and eau…