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Has Overconsumption Gotten Even Worse?
Is it me, or has overconsumption gotten even worse this past year? I’m amazed by the number of content creators still doing hauls after hauls on Instagram. And then some post what they buy every month, and I cannot believe the amount of clothes and accessories one person buys in a 30-day time frame! Are they crazy??? No one in their right mind needs that many clothes every single month. Then…
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Free Istanbul Cat Museum
https://www.curatedbyjennifer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/istanbul-cat-museum-25-of-25.mp4 I cannot believe that out of all the times I’ve been to Istanbul, I have never gone to the free Istanbul Cat Museum. It is so close to the area I always stay in, too! And you all know how much I love the cats in Istanbul lol. Address: Şahkulu, Serdar-ı Ekrem Cd. No:5/A, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul,…
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Self-Care When You Feel Like You Don’t Have Time
Sometimes our lives get so busy, we feel like we don’t have time to do our self-care. It is so easy to put ourselves on the back burner when it comes to self-care. However, it impacts all areas of our lives, so it is so important to keep it a priority. Lucky for us, we don’t need to set aside hours to perform self-care; all you need is a few minutes, which I think we can all spare. Here are a few…
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Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Chocolate Chip Cookies
This gluten-free vegan blueberry chocolate chip cookie recipe took me months to get right! Back at the beginning of the year, my cousin in Istanbul was making gluten-free blueberry chocolate chip cookies. I told her to send me the recipe, she said they weren’t vegan, and I said it was okay, I’d figure it out. When I said I’d replace the oil in the cookies with cashew butter, she mentioned that…
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Tips for Healthy Skin While Traveling
I definitely do my fair share of traveling, especially with overnight international trips. 10 hours on a flight is a long time and can really dry out your skin. While it might be easy to neglect your skincare routine while travelling, but keeping your skin healthy while travelling doesn’t have to be difficult. I am about to share all of my tips for healthy skin while traveling. Keep it Simple The…
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A Chill Day in Istanbul in My Navy Striped Skirt
This navy striped faux wrap skirt paired with a white scoop neck tee made for a super cute yet simple outfit. Perfect for a relaxed day of walking around Istanbul. Good walking shoes with arch support inserts are a must. We didn’t have any touristy plans, just a laid-back day exploring cute spots and, of course, taking pictures. I love how versatile this skirt is—it can be styled with so many…
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Kılıç Ali Paşa Camii
Kılıç Ali Pasha Camii is a mosque located in the Tophane district of Istanbul. It was built by the Mimar (architect) Sinan on an order from the commander Kılıç Ali in 1580. The mosque is a social complex with a bathhouse, tomb and a madrasah (educational institution). Kılıç Ali Pasha Camii is also a smaller-scale version of the Hagia Sophia with semi-domes on both sides of the dome. The tiles on…
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How to Build a Better Relationship with Yourself
Our relationship with ourselves is one of the most important ones we can have. We spend a lot of time guiding ourselves, talking with ourselves when making decisions and experiencing the different things life offers. However, many of us put ourselves second when it comes to other relationships. It’s like when we see the safety demonstrations on the plane. They tell us to put our oxygen mask on…
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Is the Hagia Sophia Now Worth 25 Euros?
The Hagia Sophia is one of the most popular places to visit in Istanbul, Turkiye. It was once a Byzantine church and then later changed into a mosque. It used to be free for visitors up until recently, when they started charging 25 Euros. Is the Hagia Sophia worth 25 Euros? I first went to the Hagia Sophia in September 2022 when it was still free. I was able to go into the main part of the mosque…
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July Favourites
Allahım (my God), how is it already August! Summer is flying by. And to think I’ll be flying back to my favourite place in the world, in a little over a month. Going to my favourite city, and also my annual trip to the Turkish Riviera. I have lots of good favourites this month! And only one is a Turkish show lol. Unlike last month when I had 4 hahaha. Dore Serum Dore is one of my favourite clean…
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Minimalist Black and White Outfit on Moda Pier
Sometimes the best outfits are the effortless ones. This minimalist black and white outfit is just that. It’s such a simple outfit, but it’s also extremely chic with neutral tones, the wide leg trousers that help elongate my petite frame and a simple form-fitting top that creates contrast and also balances the outfit out. The neutral palette allows the simple details of the delicate pleats and…
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Anadolu Hisarı, Istanbul
Andalou Hisarı is a medieval Ottoman fortress located in the Beykoz district on the Asian side of Istanbul. The complex is one of the oldest surviving Turkish architectural structures in Istanbul. Its sister fortress, Rumeli Hisarı, is across the Bosphorus on the European side of the city. Address: Anadolu Hisarı, 34810 Beykoz/İstanbul, Türkiye Tickets: Domestic: 125 TL Foreign Tourist: 450…
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Vegan Rhubarb Bars, Gluten Free
Rhubarb is one of my favourite summer fruits! I love rhubarb strawberry crumble, and cobbler. Anything rhubarb, I love. I’ve been getting a lot of rhubarb from the farmers market this summer, so I’ve been baking up a storm. I created these gluten-free vegan rhubarb bars when my friend invited me over to her brother’s house to use the pool. She told me I didn’t need to bring anything but I felt so…
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Küçüksu Kasrı
Küçüksu Kasrı or Küçüksu Pavilion (Littlewater Pavilion in English) is a summer pavilion located in Istanbul. It is in the Küçüksu neighbourhood of the Beykoz district on the Asian side of the city. It is located on the shores of the Bosphorus between Anadoluhisarı and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. Küçüksu was used for short stays by Ottoman sultans for hunting and country…
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White Button Down over Red Midi Dress
A red midi skirt has been on my wardrobe wish list for a while now. I remember buying one years ago, but I didn’t like the fit on me and ended up returning it. As you know, I don’t buy stuff just to own/buy. I actually need something. Now, if I happen to find the perfect sustainable red midi skirt, maybe I will buy it. As for now, I get creative with what I already own. Pairing a white…
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Sustainable Style Diary: Blue Hues & City Views
As you know, one of my favourite things to do with my wardrobe is to create new outfits with clothes that I already own. Pair pieces together that I haven’t paired before to create a brand new outfit! This is one of the most sustainable things you can do instead of buying new clothes. And that’s exactly how this blue hues outfit came to be! I created this outfit for my past trip to Istanbul, but…
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Easy Summer Styling Hacks
With hot summer temperatures rising, getting dressed can feel like a challenge. How do you create chic outfits that keep you cool during the sweltering months? Good news—I’m about to share 5 easy summer styling hacks! The best part? You don’t need to buy anything new. These tips will help you experiment with pieces you already own in your closet. You know how much I love restyling existing…
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