Taking a stroll down memory lane as I reminisce about my first job ever. Feeling quite nostalgic as of lately
Photography by Karen Rosalie
You guys may already know this, but Express was my first job ever in High School. I’ve always known I wanted to work in fashion, and being able to work in retail gave me my first experience in working in the fashion industry. For me, Express will always be the first door that was opened to me that gave me the opportunity to experience the fashion business. I recall tirelessly working late holiday hours just so I could make some extra money on the side to buy Christmas gifts. Funny how the world works, right? You just never know where you will end up at in the next few years.
Majorly nostalgic as of lately, maybe its because of the holidays? Maybe the fact that I can’t go home for Christmas this year (just in case Chloe decides to pop out early), or maybe it’s simply the hormones taking over, or possibly all of the above? I decided to take a stroll down memory lane and visit Express to finish up some holiday shopping, and I was pleasantly surprised at their amazing collection of jewelry. A girl could always use more gold jewelry right? And who knew that they also sold a variety of beauty products as well? Also Express.com is currently having a 50% STOREWIDE sale!
Moral of the story is never look at where you currently are and think that’s where you will be forever. If someone told me back when I was working retail at Express that I would be doing what I am today, I would laugh out of disbelief! Dream big because in due time your dreams will eventually come to pass!
Gifts (featured in order):
| Bracelets | Sweater | Eyeshadow Kit | Rings |
P.S Also for all you holiday procrastinators…I made this video for you! I hope you find it helpful…..
What do YOU think?
20 responses to “Nostalgia + Last Minute Gift Ideas”
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I love those delicate bracelets, they’re so elegant..
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Hi Chriselle,
Thanks for your great video! My favorite Christmas memory/tradition is that every year my family goes on a drive around our city to look at all the decorated houses and admire all the wonderful lights! We do it every year and I really look forward to it.
I always love your stories Chriselle, they are always so touching and inspiring.
Love,
Kikue
That’s a really inspiring story, Chriselle! It’s so important to believe in your dreams and work hard to achieve them! 🙂
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What you said on the last paragraph is something worth remembering. Thanks Chriselle!
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Beautiful jewellery! Love the gold bracelets~
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Lovely post!
Really good gift ideas, I loved the make up pallent!
xx
Kinga
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Love all the ideas especially the techy ones and accessories.
My favorite Christmas memory is making tamales on Christmas Eve and staying up til midnight to open our gifts.
To be honest this year is my first year that I ever celebrate the Christmas!!! I always express big n great things with all my love one which is my families!!! N your idea of gift made me much easier n as always I love ur great ideas n style. I love u n X-mass!!
To be honest this year is my first year that I ever celebrate the Christmas!!! I always express big n great things with all my love one which is my families!!! N your idea of gift made me much easier n as always I love ur great ideas n style. I love u n X-mass!!
I knew before I saw the labels on the sweater & eyeshadow palette that I’d recognized that jewelry somewhere! That is so awesome that you worked at Express as your first job because I’m currently working there now as well. It’s not my first job, but it’s the first job that I feel somewhat has me in the fashion industry, something that I’ve always wanted. I feel so honored to have more in common with you than I thought–having the same name & working the same job at the same store. I’ve been eyeing that eyeshadow palette for a while now & you have pushed me over the edge & now I have to get it while we still have our sale going on!
Lovely gifts chriselle. I’m Gonna check out the eye shadow.
I have great memories of decorating the house for Christmas with my family.
I have great memories of decorating the Christmas tree with my mom and siblings.
Grat gift ideas,I also have a last minute gift guide on my blog!
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Great ideas!
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Love the bracelet! 🙂
Shall We Sasa
great ideas!
Giveaway on my blog!
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I’ve always loved Express myself too. Great gifts/ideas, i still have a few gifts to go :/
XOXO JuJu
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