Showing posts with label Essie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Essie. Show all posts

Tried and True

I've tried a lot of products over the years, and have found myself repeatedly coming back to my holy grail items. I thought it would be fun to switch things up from a styled look today to showcase what items I have been re-stocking.

Must Have Beauty
Essie Gel Top Coat - I paint my nails each week, and nothing is more frustrating then when they chip a day or two later. Essie's Gel Top Coat not only sets my nails faster, but they last days longer than with a regular top coat.

MAC Studio Fix Foundation - I don't know why I ever strayed away from this holy grail makeup item, but I did and the prodigal son (errr daughter) returned sometime last year. I love how it provides a flawless canvas for the rest of my makeup without feeling like makeup. 

EOS Lip Balm - these cute little eggs are found everywhere. My purse, my bedside table, my desk at work, my makeup vanity, etc... 

Drybar Lemon Detangler Brush - I was on the hunt for a brush that would detangle my hair without breaking it. Enter Drybar who can do no wrong! I mean they invented the salon where you get a blowout for an event, and serve champs. Always winning!

Maybelline Falsies Mascara - I've tried every other brand at Target and at Sephora, and swear by Falsies even over the super pricey brands. 

Urban Decay Primer Potion - I have yet to find another eyelid primer that will hold a candle to UD. If you have, and it'll save me some pennies let me know your secrets! 

NARS Creamy Concealer - Thank you Biana for introducing me to this product! It's the best concealer for those hereditary under eye dark circles that never go away no matter how much sleep I get. 

E.L.F. Shadow Brush - Who says you need to pay more than $1 for a good eyeshadow brush? As much as I love my MAC and Sephora brushes, this little guy is in constant rotation. And yes, it truly is only $1! 

Garnier Micellar Water - my favorite makeup remover. It's easy after a late night or at the end of a long day to feel fresh faced again. 

Clarisonic Mia - I scooped one of these gadgets up back in 2011, and she's still going strong! My face always feel so much more clean after a long day in lieu of washing it with just a cleanser and water. It gets deep down to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. Well worth the price and then some! 

What are some of your health and beauty items that you find yourself coming back to?

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There's a Chill in the Air

Happy Friday! All of the excitement of the holiday season may be over, but I'm still having fun trying out Maybelline's new Big Shot Mascara and Master Precise Curvy Liquid Liner.


Mascara and Eyeliner - Maybelline



The weather is supposed to cool off this weekend, so I'm excited to break out my new scarf that H got for me from Nordstrom. I love the neutral colors, and it's super soft!

BP. Plaid Square Scarf {similar}

Speaking of the cooler weather, I'll be living in this Jack by BB Dakota moto jacket to stay warm. I'm obsessed with the cognac color and how cozy it is. I also love how it goes great with jeans and my winter whites.


Moto Jacket - Jack by BB Dakota {30% off + Free Shipping}


I'm also looking forward to breaking open my first bottle of Skinny Girl since being pregnant. I usually enjoy the Skinny Girl cocktails by the pool all summer, but this past year I had to stick to La Croix sparkling waters which are also delish by the way! The Sparkling Margarita is my favorite since it combines my two favorites together - a low cal margarita and bubbles.


I received some new Essie colors in my stocking that I can't wait to try out. I'm leaning towards painting my nail with Ready to Boa from their winter collection. Such a fun color for the next week!



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Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!


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It's the little things....

One of my favorite things on Christmas morning is coming downstairs to see the stockings full of fun goodies hanging by the fireplace.

Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide
Rollerball - "Live Colorfully" by Kate Spade | Mascara - Maybelline | Lipstick - Burt's Bees | Bath Bomb - LUSH | Nail Polish - "Party on a Platform" by Essie | Candle - Bath and Body Works | Baked Highlighter - E.L.F.

I'm always so excited to see what fun treats are inside my stocking on Christmas morning, and both my mom (yes she still sends me a Christmas stocking with our gifts - isn't she fabulous?) and my husband are great at finding the perfect items to wrap in "Santa paper" aside from holiday candy. 

Rollerballs are a great stocking stuffer, since they're a lower price point than the full perfume bottle and can be kept in your purse for an on the go re-fresh. No surprise here, that I love Kate Spade's Live Colorfully. It even looks festive!

A bold lip is always a good idea, especially around the holidays. I can't get enough of Burt's Bees' new lipsticks which can be found at Target or Macys for only $9 each. The best part is they are 100% natural and provide 8 hours of moisture in the winter dry air.

I have a makeup drawer full of beautiful highlighters, but you can't beat the price of E.L.F.'s baked highlighter that you can pick up at Target. It's so shimmery and beautiful, and surprisingly pigmented for a long lasting affect. While in the makeup aisle at Target or Ulta, you can also pick up my drugstore holy grail mascara. Other than Benefit's They're Real! this is hands down my favorite mascara, as it provides the best length, volume, and long lasting power. 

Bath and Body Works has the most amazing 3-wick candles, and their holiday scents have me saying "Yankee Candle who?" Only found during the holiday season, Champagne Toast will bring you right through NYE with hints of glittering champagne, wild berries, and tangerine zest. 

Essie nail polishes and LUSH bath bombs are the perfect pampering gifts for an at home spa night. Light your Champagne Toast candle, and pour yourself a glass of wine or the whole bottle and relax. 

And who doesn't like the gift of coffee? Daily Starbucks runs are not cheap, but it is fun to treat yourself especially with all their delicious holiday drinks. A gift card peeking out of the top of your stocking is a nice finishing touch.

What are some of your favorite small treats found in your stocking on Christmas morning?
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Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!


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If you don't already link up with the girls for H54F, hop on over and link up with Tif, Katie, or Della. I'm honored that they reached out to me to be this week's featured blogger. A fun Friday link up filled with some awesome ladies to check into each week.

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Coffee Days Champagne Nights

Two of my biggest obsessions are coffee and champagne which is no secret. So, I definitely had to scoop up this graphic tee when I saw it at Express over the weekend. It's cozy and airy and was perfect for Sunday brunch.
Graphic Tee (sold out - similar) - Express | Shorts - Express | Sunnies - Kate Spade | Necklace - Rocksbox | Watch - Michael Kors | Nails - Mint Candy Apple by Essie | Bangles - Jessica Simpson | Bag - Kate Spade | Sandals - Tory Burch




What's your cozy go-to brunch look?

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Friday Favs

Happy Friday and first day of April! This week was a little crazy for me, so I sure am happy to greet you Friday with open arms!
1. I couldn't be more excited for the cruise we booked to Bermuda on Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas. I love that we'll be docked overnight to thoroughly enjoy all the island has to offer. Pink sand beaches here I come!

2. Roxy is always happy when her Chewy shipment arrives, this month she's been enjoying Fromm's Four-Star Nutritionals Grain Free Chicken with Peas and Carrots treats.
3. I know I've talked about it a lot, but I can't get over how much I love Essie's Sunshine State of Mind. Hands down my favorite new spring color.
4. In case your week was busy and you're playing catch up, don't miss out on my spring wish list and more swing dress love which was a fun shoot down by the water with Pamela.

5. Loving my recent finds on Pinterest:






Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!
 
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Spring Wish List

Happy last day of March! As we head into April, I wanted to share some of my favorite items I'm hoping to pick up (if I haven't already) for spring and summer (and here in Florida it means the "fall" too).

Spring Wish List

Smashbox BB Cream - this time of year I'm all about simplifying my beauty routine which means cutting out primer and foundation, and using BB cream instead. Huge bonus points that it contains SPF in it too!
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water - everyone has been raving about micellar water, and I love the extra boost to remove excess oil and makeup. 
KS Elisa Pendant Necklace - Kendra Scott is still killin' it in the jewelry department, and these sparkly Elisa pendants are too pretty to pass up. 
Pineapple Tee - As if we needed another reason to love Etsy!  
J. Crew Chino Shorts - J. Crew's Chino shorts are a staple in my warm weather wardrobe. I've been collecting as many colors as I can!
J. Crew String Bikini Top - we all need a pretty floral bikini top in our lives
Jelly Bow Sandals - these flippies are just too cute, I mean that bow! Tory Burch continues to win all the prizes for best sandals. 
O'Neill Sophie Cover-Up - always on the hunt for a great cover up for upcoming vacations and beach/pool/boat days. How pretty is the crochet detailing in the front?
Essie's Sunshine State of Mind - hands down my favorite new color this season for at-home manis.

What are some of your favorite items for spring?

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Friday Favs

Happy Friday! I just need one of these installed at my house....
I'm totally crushing on J. Crew's new sunglasses line which is of no surprise....

Ryan - how pretty is that rose gold?!
Jill
Betty

I've always loved the Viva La Juicy fragrance line, but the new Rose is tugging at my heart strings even more with it's rose gold packaging and sparkly bottle. I sampled it the other day, and of course it smells incredible too!
Last year my nail polish obsessions were Flowerista and Sunday Funday, but this year Sunshine State of Mind is my new fav! I have a feeling it'll be on serious repeat through spring and summer.

With the weather warming up, I can't stop thinking about upcoming fun beach days and trips for this year (Denver is still the only trip set in stone and a work trip up to the panhandle, but still trying to figure out this year's big trip). And when Pamela sent me a photo earlier this week from Key West last year, it had me even more reminiscent of all the fun had last year on an Eastern Caribbean Cruise, Boca Raton, Key West, the lazy river, and Punta Cana.
As always, I'm loving my recent finds on Pinterest:



Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!
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I've also teamed up with some fabulous ladies to celebrate Tif's blogiversary. We're giving away a Kate Spade tote and a $25 Target gift card. Good luck! 



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