Monthly Archives: April 2016

Denim Jacket & Lace-Up Flats

spring outfit idea - white denim

denim jacket - spring fashion trend and closet staple

weekend casual outfit - striped tee and white jeans

paige denim skyline jeans with lace-up flats

kendra scott necklace and henri bendel mini jetsetter bag

what to wear on vacation - denim jacket

blue mirrored aviators, gray striped tee with denim jacket and kendra scott

steve madden lecrew laceup flats

summer outfit idea - white jeans striped tee denim jacket

hair tie bangle with a casual weekend outfit

white skinny jeans and lace-up flats

summer vacation outfit for walking all day

| DETAILS |
HM Denim Jacket  | BP Striped Tee *ON SALE  | PAIGE DENIM White Skinny Jeans  |  STEVE MADDEN LeCrew Lace-Up Flats  |  HENRI BENDEL c/o Mini Jetsetter Bag  | KENDRA SCOTT c/o Fran Earrings *ON SALE,  c/o Everly Necklace (similar) ,  Grady Cuff (similar)  | THE BANGLE BEAR c/o Lydia Hair Tie Bracelet  | RAYBAN  Blue Mirrored Aviators  | Lipstick: MAC Craving  | Nails: ESSIE  Fiji

Hey there Monday!!  I had such a busy weekend that Monday seemed to sneak up on me this week.  My cousin’s wedding was this weekend, and it was gorgeous! I posted what I wore over on Instagram, but I also plan on shooting it for the blog too.  The shoes I ordered to wear with the dress don’t come in until today, so I wanted to wait to shoot the look how I originally planned on wearing it.  Luckily, I had plenty of backup shoe options!

I’m also getting ready for a really fun girl’s trip that I’m taking in a couple weeks.  We are heading to Charleston, and I am so excited to get to really explore this city with friends.  I’m slowly planning my outfits for the trip, and I’m hoping to share  little bit about how I pack for a vacation and a fun little travel guide of our trip to Charleston.  Just a few things to look forward too!

I recently purchased a few pairs of flat shoes for my trip because Charleston is such a walking city.  These lace-up flats are a shoe I have been searching for for awhile.  I was kind of picky about what I wanted from no metal studs, to the lace design on the top of the foot, and I wanted them under $100.  I bought these during a sale, but regular price they still aren’t bad at $70.  They are a year-round shoe style, and one I can wear to the office with skirts.

This whole outfit may end up going on my trip with me.  I definitely plan on bringing my denim jacket.  It’s such an amazing and versatile closet staple.  I toss it on with casual looks like this one and over dresses too.  My look today is super neutral, so the jacket adds a little color.  I also added in some fun colorful jewelry and my pink bag for a few more pops of color.  This little crossbody bag is 100% coming on my trip!  It’s the perfect size to hold my big DSLR camera along with all my other purse things.  This color is sold out, but they do still have it in a darker pink color and some other fun colors too!

So I have to mention my black and gold bangle, it is actually a hair tie attached to a bangle.  It’s the coolest thing ever!  One of my blogger friends had one, and I really wanted one!  I was super excited to receive one in a swag bag at a blogger brunch a few weeks ago.  Definitely coming on my trip with me!

Hope ya’ll have a great Monday and thanks for stopping by!

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March Beauty Favorites

Spring Beauty Products - Blogger Favorites
| DETAILS |
PETER THOMAS ROTH Mask-a-holic Kit  |  IT COSMETICS c/o Eye Shadow Pallete,  c/o Dual Eye Shadow Brush,  c/o Complexion Perfection Brush,  c/o Bye Bye Pores Finishing Powder  | GARNIER FRUCTIS Heat Protection Spray  |  NIVEA Kiss of Moisture Lip Care  | DIOR Nail Glow Polish

I had so much fun talking a little beauty/skincare last week that I decided it was time to bring more beauty back into the blog.   I always feel like a total beauty novice, because it seems like everyday there is some new product I have never heard of and have no idea how to use, but I do love playing and experimenting with different products.  Lately, I have been so busy that I have been very routine with my daily makeup.  It’s sometimes quicker and easier just to do the same thing everyday.  While spring cleaning I found a huge box of beauty products, and it reminded me of how much fun it is try new looks and change up the routine.  I figured I would invite ya’ll along on my little beauty adventures as I discover new products and share some old tried and true favorites.

face mask starter kit from sephora

I have mentioned my life changing facial a few times, and it led me to wanting to find the perfect face mask.  Ya’ll there are like a million different kinds of masks out there!!  I found this little kit and my mom bought it for me as a Christmas present.  It’s a really perfect mask starter kit because it has a little of everything from a mud mask to exfoliating peel to a 24K Gold Mask.  The little jars are a really great size for a gift set.  I have been using all of them since December and feel like I have hardly made a dent.  My two favorites are the Pumpkin Exfoliating peel and the Mud mask, but I have had good results from all five different masks.

It Cosmetics Eye Shadow and finishing powder

I LOVE eye shadow palletes because they allow you to change up your eye makeup everyday without having a bunch of little eye shadows lying around.  I love using this one as my  natural daytime pallete.  I usually swipe the biggest color, transforming pearl, over my whole eyelid and then add color over it.  I use a lighter shade on the lower eyelid and pair with a darker color on the crease.  Two of my favorite combos are Soulful with All Heart and Soft Light with Violet.

I apply the eye shadow with this It Cosmetics brush.  I LOVE their brushes because they are so soft!  I have been trying out different liquid foundations, and I have been using the complexion brush to apply the foundation.  I also use the small side to apply my concealer.  This brush gives me some really great coverage with my foundations.  I apply the Bye Bye Pores Finishing Powder after I’m done with all my concealing and foundation coverage.  I love that matte airbrushed look it gives to my face.  I use this brush which is the softest most soothing brush.  I think using this brush is my favorite part of my makeup routine!

Best Chapstick, Dior Nail Glow and Garnier Heat Spray

I straighten my hair daily, so I am big on heat protection.  I have tried a few pricey brands, but this little Garnier one worked just as well for way less.  I spritz it on each section prior to flat ironing.  It really helps give my hair a smoother look.

I wear nail polish a lot!  One of the downsides is the slight yellow staining on your nails when they are bare especially when I’m wearing dark fall nail polish colors.  This Nail Glow product is perfect to give you a natural pink look.  The pink tint really helps brighten your white and make your pink a gorgeous natural pink.  It is pricey, but I love how it camouflages my nail imperfections.  I received this as a Christmas gift a couple years ago.

My last product is one I never leave my home without!  I have tried lots of different chapsticks, and this is my favorite.  I only have to apply it once or twice a day to keep my lips moisturized.  I have used so many chapsticks that I had to reapply all day long.  I love being able to apply this once in the morning, and then not need it again for the rest of the day.

Blogger Beauty Favorites

I hope you enjoyed a little review of some of my current beauty faves!  Have a fabulous weekend and thanks for stopping by!

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