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June 19, 2017

Summer Outfit: Striped Midi Dress & Tote

dress // bag // heels // hat // sunnies // bracelets 1, 2, 3

My Outfit

Today I’m bringing you another summer outfit with Nordstrom. See my first outfit here where I’m wearing shorts and a flutter cami. Dresses are my go-to and more specifically, I really like midi and maxi dresses. This dress is the perfect midi length hitting my calves (i’m 5’5 and I’m wearing a M for reference) and the fit is slightly a-line for a flattering share. I also really like the v-neck line which also helps elongate your shape. Best part about this dress is that it’s less that $50!

My bag is one that I’ve been eyeing for a while. I’ve been lusting after a goyard saint-louis bag for years but the price is too steep for my liking so this one from Nordstrom has been in my radar for quite some time. I really like the soft pale blue and grey design– I normally don’t like patterns in my handbag but the subtle design and colors makes this bag easy to wear with multiple outfits.

Lately

I had a recent desire to change things up with my instagram feed. I realized that I’m not very open in my instagram which is quite odd because in person, I’m an open book. Something about social media scares me to be very vague and closed off– but I don’t want to be. When I read instagram posts from my friends Karla and Erin, I’m always so encouraged at their openness and honesty. They’re not afraid to be vulnerable to strangers who may criticize or judge them. I envy that and being vulnerable is something I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time on my feed. I’m not sure how open I’ll be, but I hope to take baby steps so that you can get to know the real me.

This post is in collaboration with Nordstrom

June 14, 2017

Summer Outfit: Blue Cami & Tropical Shorts

top // shorts // bag // shoes // necklace // sunnies // bracelet 1, 2, 3

Instapocalypse

Life has been pretty busy lately but it’s been hard for me to stay focused! I have been distracted by 2 things– the warm sunny weather and the huge decline in engagement via instagram. Everyone has been feeling it and it’s hard not to be affected by it. “Should I push myself harder or just throw my hands up and hit the beach?” <— This is something I have been asking myself everyday for the last few weeks! I’m not sure why this is happening and I don’t know if it will get better. I feel stuck and unsure which is a feeling I really really dislike. Have you guys been feeling it too? Let me know your thoughts and what you’re doing to survive this instapocalypse.

My Outfit

Today I’m sharing an outfit that will be on repeat this summer. I absolutely love these tropical shorts (last worn here). They have an elastic waist band making them super comfortable– almost like pajama shorts. My blue cami is lightweight and perfect for the summer heat but word of caution, it does wrinkle easily so beware of that. I have been eying this bag for almost a year! It’s perfect for grocery shopping or for a trip to the farmers market.

Tell me friends, what do you love wearing during the summer?
and are you also feeling the recent Instapocalypse?

This post is in collaboration with Nordstrom

June 12, 2017

Currently Loving Pink!!!

Currently Loving PINK!

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Pink is one of my favorite colors to wear (See my last pink outfit here). It’s such a great color and in my humble opinion, I think it looks great on every skin tone! Here are a few items that I am currently obsessing over!

Tell me friends, are you thinking of pink lately?
Pinking Of YOU!!

June 9, 2017

Beauty: My Everyday Make-Up Essentials

Keeping It Simple!

I’m not a huge fan of heavy make-up so when it comes to my daily routine, I like to use products that are fast and easy! I know it looks like a lot of products but I don’t use everything all at once. For example, one day I may wear the cream blush and the next day I may wear the boxed blush.

under eye concealer // eye brow pencil // liquid eyeliner // lip gloss // eight hour cream //
cream blush // concealer palette // face powder // boxed blush // make up brush // make up bag

Under Eye Concealer

This is a must for me. I don’t tend to get a lot of sleep so I need this to cover my dark circles. I really like this liquid concealer b/c it’s not thick and doesn’t crease under your eye. It’s very light-weight and sheer so if you have severe dark circles, I do NOT recommend this. My dark circles are pretty manageable so this concealer is perfect for me.

Eye Brown Pencil

I have tried a lot of pencils and this Japanese one is by far my favorite. The color is perfect for me and I like the thickness of the pencil tip. It also has a marker side but I don’t use it very much. I always have a back up of this pencil in my stash!

Liquid Eyeliner

I’ve talked about this eyeliner so many times, I don’t know what else to say! It’s a great brush liner and I really like the Ultra Black color b/c it really is a dark black color.

Lip Gloss

If I’m going out for an appointment or to the grocery store, I’ll throw a little color on my lips. I’m a fan of this butter cream b/c it’s very moisturizing without feeling overwhelming on the lips. All of the colors are beautiful and pigmented.

Eight Hour Cream

I use this cream for everything! If my skin is feeling dry, or if my lips are chapped and need extra love, or if I have an open sore I’ll apply this cream. It seriously works for everything.

Cream Blush

Anytime my skin feels dry, I’ll use a cream blush instead of a powder blush. I really like this light color which is great for daily wear. It blends nicely and last all day.

Boxed Blush

On normal skin days, I go for this boxed blush. I am LOVING the coral color which is perfect for summer! I have been using these boxed blushes for the last few years and they are my favorite. The colors are beautiful and I really like that they are long lasting.

Concealer Palette

So I dislike wearing foundation everyday. It’s just so heavy and I like to have my skin breathe. Most of the week I don’t even wear concealer but when I have problem areas, i’ll use this palette. The colors work perfect for my skin. I usually mix a few of the colors to get my right shade. They cover really well and they are long lasting.

Face Powder

I like to lightly dust this powder over my face during the day if my face gets oily. It does offer a little bit of coverage with a light dust but you can also build up for a fuller look.

Tell me friends, what’s your everyday makeup essential?

June 7, 2017

Perfect Romper Under $25!

Romper Season Is Here!

We are in full swing of romper season and I love it BUT to be honest, I have a love hate relationship with rompers. Why? Because they never fit! The crotch area is always too short and I’m not a super tall person, fyi (I’m 5’5). Regardless, I love rompers and I’m always on the hunt for one that fits. Lucky for me I actually found one the other week and not only does it fit well but it’s also under $25! What a deal!!! I’ve been loving and wearing it since I got it!

Do you love rompers? If so, tell me what your favorite brands are.

June 5, 2017

Things To Do in LA – Malibu Wine Safari

Things To Do In LA

Malibu Wine Safari

Last week my husband and I drove up to Malibu to check out the Malibu Wine Safari. If you’re in the Los Angeles area, I definitely recommend this place– especially if you’re a wine drinker. Not only was the grounds beautiful, the experience itself was incredible.

Malibu Wine Safari has a few different tours you can choose from. We chose to do the Giraffe Tour because I really wanted to meet Stanley the Giraffe and I’m so happy we did it because it was amazing!

What To Expect

When you first arrive, you will need to sign in. Keep in mind that all guests must be 21+ and they will ask to see your ID when you check in. All of the guests pile into the safari jeep to tour the gorgeous vineyard. During the tour, your guide will share facts about the vineyard as well as the owner and how he started. Our first stop was to do a white wine tasting which was followed by feeding some cute and playful lamas. We then interacted with zebras and then it was off to meet Stanley. The last tasting was red wines which was my favorite part, the reds are so delish! The entire experience lasted under 2 hours and it flew by so fast.

I am adding Malibu Wine Safari to my Top 5 Things To Do in LA because it was definitely such an incredible experience and I would do it again in a heartbeat! I recommend this to anyone who loves wine and wants to upgrade their tastings. The staff onsite was helpful, friendly and will provide hand sanitizer after your animal encounters. One tip for anyone visiting is to wear sunscreen, take a LOT of photos and please bring extra cash to tip your your guide and driver.

Tell me friends, would you like to experience this?

I was offered a complimentary entry from Malibu Wine Safaris but as always, my opinions are my own.

My Outfit

Lately

Instapocalypse

My Outfit

Tell me friends, what do you love wearing during the summer? and are you also feeling the recent Instapocalypse?

Tell me friends, are you thinking of pink lately? Pinking Of YOU!!

Beauty: My Everyday Make-Up Essentials

Keeping It Simple!

Tell me friends, what’s your everyday makeup essential?

Do you love rompers? If so, tell me what your favorite brands are.

Things To Do In LA

What To Expect

Tell me friends, what do you love wearing during the summer?
and are you also feeling the recent Instapocalypse?

Tell me friends, are you thinking of pink lately?
Pinking Of YOU!!