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Hi friends! Welcome to The Important Things, a lifestyle blog covering topics like beauty, dating, DIY, affordable fashion, modeling, NYC lifestyle & more. Follow along with me as I navigate this whole “adulting” thing, and let’s celebrate the important things (and the not-so-important things) in life . . . together!

xo Kari Emerson

Here’s the latest on the blog . . .



How To Recreate 5 of Maddy’s Euphoria Makeup Looks

If you’ve seen Euphoria (or are on social media at all lately), you know what I mean when I say “Euphoria makeup.” I’m talking glitter teardrops, dramatic glam, and ALL the rhinestones. I, for one, am such a sucker for glitter, so I’m absolutely ecstatic that Euphoria has brought dramatic makeup looks that are normally…

The Best Multivitamins for Women’s Nutrition, Immunity & Energy

Let’s face it…as we grow older, we all start moving just a bit slower. After years of trying different supplements, I’m so happy to share with you all the best multivitamin for women that I LOVE taking every day. Not only have I noticed a significant increase in my energy levels, it’s balanced out my…

Winter Skincare Morning Routine for Acne-Prone Skin

After months and months of struggling with adult onset acne, a visit to the dermatologist has finally cleared my skin up! Here is my new and improved step-by-step winter morning skincare routine for my dry, acne-prone skin.

Affordable & Sophisticated Home Decor & Styling For Small, Cozy Apartments

After living in the city for so long, I’ve narrowed down a few specific things that can turn any space into a home that you love. TikTok and Pinterest helped me discover some of these awesome hacks and ideas to help elevate my apartment, making it sophisticated and cozy…but more importantly, didn’t break the bank!…

Step-By-Step Tips For Flawless Foundation Application

After years of experimenting with makeup (and slowly becoming beauty-obsessed), I can now share with you all the things I have discovered about your best foundation and how it should be applied. This includes what types of foundation to use based on your skin type, the best makeup brushes, and tips on foundation application. This post includes…

How To Do A Keratin Treatment At Home For Curly, Frizzy, Kinky Hair

The best DIY solution to curly, frizzy, kinky hair is a Keratin treatment at home! This post not only covers what is Keratin and what comes in a DIY Keratin kit, but also a step-by-step guide on how to do Keratin treatment right at home for smooth, silky, straight hair for months!

Photoshoot Tips For Beginner Models Part 1: Booking & Preparing

Whether you are a beginner model, aspiring model, influencer, blogger, or just shooting pictures for fun, this blog series will be your COMPLETE guide on how to book a photoshoot, how to prepare for a photoshoot, and what you can do during the photoshoot to make sure you get the results that you (and the…


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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Kari Emerson</span></strong>
Kari Emerson


Kari is an NYC-based blogger, influencer, and model. She is the writer and creator of The Important Things blog, chronicling her experiences navigating life as a 20-something in New York City. Her goal is to help her readers attack “adulting” in a stylish and resourceful way.

kari@theimportant-things.com

New York, NY 10001