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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Her & Him
| DETAILS |
FOR HER: David Yurman Bracelet | Hanky Panky Panty Set | Initial Pendant Necklace | Tory Burch Sandals | Aromatherapy Diffuser | Floral Robe
FOR HIM: Duffel Bag | Aviator Sunglasses | Patagonia Pullover | Coleman Can Insulator | MVMT Watch | Fitbit Versa
We are just over a week away from Valentine’s Day, so I wanted to share a few Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him and her. For her, I always like jewelry like a splurge on David Yurman or a more affordable initial pendant necklace. You could also get something a little sexy like lingerie or lace panties or go more comfy with a sleep set or a robe. I think it’s all about knowing your girl and which is more her style. For me, I love things that are useful. Many of the gifts I shared today check this mark for me.
For him, I always like things to make him more stylish, ha! I mean this is your chance to buy your guy those shades or a nice pullover. You can also play to his manly side with an all black watch or can insulator aka fancy koozie alongside a bottle or case of his favorite beverage. Just like when he buys for you, it’s all about knowing what he likes.
I think Valentine’s gifts are chance to be romantic and think outside the box. Flowers and a nice bottle of champagne, a box filled with date night ideas, preparing a delicious dinner for a chill night in can all work as the perfect gift too. Sometimes the quality time together can be just as fabulous as a fancy gift. What’s on your Valentine’s Day wish list?
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Also I want to mention, the Gigi New York Winter Sale is happening right now and it’s so good!! I shared some of my picks below including a couple clutches so similar to my magenta clutch you’ve seen on the blog. If you are in the bag for a good quality purse, you should definitely check out this sale!
GIGI NEW YORK WINTER SALE FAVORITES
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Casual Valentine’s Day Outfit
Alright ya’ll we are 10 days away from Valentine’s Day! Whether you are celebrating with friends or your significant other, it’s fun to get together and celebrate the ones you love. Today is for those of you looking for a more casual Valentine’s Day outfit. I feel like my plans usually lead to the more casual side with a nice meal at home or happy hour with girlfriends.
While I’m not opposed to an all black look like a shared a couple weeks ago, this casual outfit is all about keeping with holiday spirit. I love the two shades of pink and the feminine details of this top. I decided to pair this blush pink top with white jeans to really let the pinks pop. I also loving mixing different shades of pink. It’s not something that works with all colors, but it definitely works with different shades of pink. I usually opt to mix a lighter pink with a darker pink.
What are your Valentine’s Day plans? Do you plan to opt for the chic all black look or a more holiday inspired red and pink look?
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Blush Pink Blouse | White Skinny Jeans | Similar Pink Flats | Similar Clutch | Sophee Earrings | Cuff Bracelet | Links Bracelet | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
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Pantone Color of the Year 2019: Living Coral
Happy Friday! Every year, the Pantone Color Institute releases a color of the year. Last year, the color was Ultra Violet, a gorgeous deep purple. The pantone color of the year 2019 is living coral. A beautiful and vibrant color, and a color that has me ready for Spring and Summer!
A little back story on the Pantone color of the year. Each year the Pantone Color Institute looks at color trends and current culture to determine the perfect color to represent the year. This color will start making its way into the fashion and beauty world. You can be expecting to see more of this gorgeous shade in the next few seasons.
I love the description of this year’s color choice. The reasoning is filled with words like optimism, joy, authentic experiences, and playful. All things we can use a little more of in such a technology and social media filled world. A color to remind us to put down our phones and go enjoy life, live and in person!
What do you think of this year’s pantone color choice?
One way I love to wear this coral color is by pairing it with all white to create the perfect color pop. I grabbed my favorite white tank and skinny jeans and tossed on my coral cardigan for an easy grab and go casual look. You could dress this up with heels, but I opted for my brown booties to keep the look more casual. This outfit would be perfect for brunch or any casual daytime activities you have coming up.
I hope you all have a fabulous Super Bowl weekend! Thanks for stopping by this week!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Coral Cardigan *on sale | White Tank Top | White Skinny Jeans | Brown Booties (similar) | Vanity Saddle Bag | c/o Rose Gold Earrings | Gorjana Necklace (old) | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
MORE CORAL FAVORITES
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Easy Everyday Eye Makeup Tutorial
I am so excited for today’s post!!! I have wanted to share my easy everyday eye makeup tutorial with ya’ll for a few months now. Some days I love to play with different colors and looks, but most days I have my go to colors and routine to get me out the door on time. My eye makeup routine is 9 easy steps and uses 5 shadow colors all from my Mac Cosmetics Eye Palette.
I’m going to walk you through which colors and brushes I use for each step. Each brush and color has a number next to it. These numbers will show you exactly which colors I’m using from the palette in the last photo of this post. I hope you enjoy, and I can’t wait to bring your more beauty tutorials this year. So stay tuned!
STEP 1: Apply the Pick Me Up color (1) using the full side of the It Cosmetics Dual Shadow Brush (7) over entire eye lid to create a base.
STEP 2: Apply the Sun Tweaked Color (2) over the inner bottom eye lid covering about the inner 2/3rds of your eye lid using the Sigma E55 Brush (8).
STEP 3: Apply the Deception color (3) across the outer 2/3rds of your crease line of on your eyelid and in the outer corner about 1/3 of the way in using the E32 Brush. Then apply a small amount of the Brun color (4) to the outer corner of your eye using the same brush.
STEP 4: Use the E39 Brush (10) to blend the darker colors starting at the outer corner and working along crease line. If you over blend, feel free to repeat step 3 and add a bit more color back in.
STEP 5: Apply the Crushed Clove Color (5) to the middle of your lower eyelid using the E55 brush (8). I use this to create a slight transition from the inner color to outer color.
STEP 6: Apply the Maybelline Skinny Gel Pencil (14) to your lower lash line. I use the charcoal color for a lighter look compared to a dramatic black.
STEP 7: Use the grooming spool on the It Cosmetics Brow Transformation Brush (6) to brush and shape brows. Then flip over the angled brush side and lightly apply the brow powder (11). A little goes a long way! I start in the middle where my brows are more sparse and work my way out and then add color to the front portion of my brow.
STEP 8: Apply the NYX Epic Ink Liner (12) to your upper lash line. I start in the middle and work my way out and then do the inner lash line joining with my starting point at the middle.
STEP 9: Apply 2-3 coats of mascara (13). Some days if I’m filling fancy, I will curl my eyelashes before applying my mascara.
Tada – A simple and beautiful eye makeup look in 9 easy steps! Below is a closer look at my eyeshadow palette and brushes, so you can check out the exact shades I used. Thanks for checking out my eyeshadow tutorial! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments below.
| MAKEUP DETAILS|
Mac Cool Neutral Eye Palette *on sale | Sigma Brushes: E39 Buff & Blend *on sale, E55 Eye Shading, E32 Exact Blend | It Cosmetics: c/o Dual Eyeshadow Brush, c/o Brow Powder, c/o Brow Transformer Brush | Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara | NYX Epic Ink Liner | Maybelline Skinny Gel Pencil
