Trae Bodge

New York

Shopping Expert, Brand Strategist and Lifestyle Journalist at TrueTrae

FLYING THE COOP! Find me @truetrae on BlueSky and IG. Retail, smart shopping & money-saving expert.

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Mother’s Day Glam: Top Beauty Picks to Make Her Feel Special

1 week ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Mother’s Day Glam Lifestyle Shopping Gift Guide DailyMoment Lanativ Garden of Treasures Set ($50, Lanativ.com)Lanativ is a sustainable, botanical skincare brand founded by a clinically trained female AAPI pharmacist.
A Mother's Day Foodie Gift Guide

1 week ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

A Mother’s Day Foodie Gift Guide Lifestyle Shopping Gift Guide DailyMoment Feel Good Cookies, 4-piece ($25, Shopfeelgoodcookies.com)These generously sized cookies are an indulgent gift to satisfy Mom’s sweet tooth. You can choose the flavors you think she would enjoy the most, like New York Walnut Chocolate Chip, Pandan Almond Coconut, and Cranberry Oatmeal.
How to Save on Home Renovations Without Sacrificing Quality

1 week ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

How to Save on Home Renovations Lifestyle Plan and PrioritizeBefore swinging a hammer, take time to plan out your renovation in detail. Prioritizing the most important updates ensures that your money goes toward changes that make the biggest impact. A well-thought-out plan also helps prevent costly surprises during construction. Knowing your goals from the start makes it easier to allocate your budget effectively. – Make a list of “must-haves” versus “nice-to-haves”.
Make Her Life a Breeze This Mother's Day!

2 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Gifts for the Super Mom Lifestyle Shopping Gift Guide Cocoa & Onyx Maya TreatPurse ($119, regularly $198, CocoaandOnyx.com) The TreatPurse might be the chicest dog walking purse ever! This soft, leather, crossbody purse has spaces for all your essentials and it even has a dedicated poop bag pocket with a dispenser! This handcrafted bag is made from 100 full-grain leather and measures 5 X 7.5”. Available in black, red, brown, and green.
Thoughtful Home Decor Gifts to Celebrate Mom This Mother's Day

2 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Home Decor Gifts for Mom Lifestyle Shopping Gift Guide Ten Thousand Villages Silk Paper Flowers Bouquet Kit ($39.99 and up, Tenthousandvillages.com)For more than 75 years, Ten Thousand Villages has made affordable, ethically made items accessible to consumers, ensuring that their craftspeople are paid a living wage. They carry a large selection of home decor, jewelry, clothing, and more.
Step Up Your Gift Game: Trendy Clothing, Jewelry, and Footwear for Mother’s Day

2 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Mother’s Day gifts Lifestyle Shopping Gift Guide Jet Set Candy 16” Daily Necklace in Silver ($148, Jetsetcandy.com, 30% off for a limited time) This jewelry brand offers a broad selection of necklaces and bracelets in various chain styles, sizes, and metals, along with a dizzying number of charms that you can add. They also have cute rings! The Daily Necklace is an affordable option that feels special, featuring a unique clasp that allows you to add up to three charms.
How to Make the Most of Wayfair’s Way Day Sale

3 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

How to Shop Wayfair’s Way Day Sale Shopping Plan Ahead and Make a WishlistPreparation is key when it comes to major sales events like Way Day. With so many deals available, it helps to keep track of exactly what you’re looking for before the sale starts. By planning ahead, you can avoid impulsive purchases and focus on scoring the best discounts on items you actually need. – Identify the rooms or spaces in your home that need an upgrade.
Live Sustainably: A Curated Roundup of Eco-Friendly Essentials for Your Home

3 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Eco-Friendly Essentials for Your Home Lifestyle Shopping Product Roundup CORT Furniture Outlet Symphony Writing Desk, Used ($379.99, Cortfurnitureoutlet.com)Each year, 12 million tons of discarded furniture pack U.S. landfills. For over 50 years, CORT has helped to prevent this with its rental model, which businesses use to temporarily outfit their offices with pieces designed for circularity.
Earth Day: Elevate Your Beverage Game with These Eco-Friendly Choices

3 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Elevate Your Beverage Game Lifestyle Shopping DailyMoment Product Roundup Ola Sol Agave Wine ($30, Olasol.com)If you’re looking for something different to add to your liquor cabinet, try this award-winning agave wine, the first-ever premium agave wine explicitly made for cocktails. It has half the calories and alcohol compared to tequila, yet it tastes just like tequila! It’s lovely for sipping on the rocks or blending into your favorite tequila-based cocktails.
Eco-Chic: Elevate Your Routine with These Planet-Friendly Personal Care Products

4 weeks ago | truetrae.com | Trae Bodge

Planet-Friendly Personal Care Products Lifestyle Shopping Product Roundup SURI Electric Toothbrush ($95, Amazon)I tried this eco-friendly toothbrush last year and it’s still my go-to. Dentists designed and tested this electric toothbrush, providing 3x cleaner teeth and removing 300 percent more plaque than a manual toothbrush. The plant-based heads last way longer than a typical toothbrush, but when you are ready to replace the head, SURI offers free recycling service.