Hello Gorgeous

I've never been a huge makeup wearer, but I have to admit, I can't walk into a Sephora and come out empty handed. It's kind of ridiculous actually. I go in for one bronzer replacement and come out $150 later with eyeliner, eyeshadows, and lip glosses that i don't really need. It's been a while since I've done this- working at the magazine definitely has it's perks (thank you beauty girls!)-but I've been thinking that a Sephora might be necessary soon. My poor bank account.

Since I don't ever really talk about beauty products (besides Essie nail polish, because I'm obsessed) i figured I would open up my makeup bag and give you guys an idea of what I use on a regular basis...

The most important thing is the bag that holds it all (spoken like a true fashion girl)...my Kate Spade Natalie bag is amazing. It holds all my necessary things when I travel and is super easy to clean.

My favorite bronzer is Too Faced Caribbean in a Compact. I've been using it for about 3 years now and I love how it gives me just the right amount of glow during the months that I need it most....November-April.

I think I have a thing for Too Faced because besides my bronzer, I use Too Faced Peach Leopard blush and Too Faced Lash Injection mascara.

To get the smokey eye effect which I'm a fan of for going out, I use Sephora's eyeshadow in Sale Suede. It gives just the right about of smoke, without making me look like a crack whore. To line my eyes, I've recently started using a Nars eye pencil. It gets a little smudgy by the end of the night, but looks great to start!

I'm a huge fan of Sephora lip glosses and use them on a regular basis. I prefer nude or neutral colors that put a little shimmer on my pout, and the Fresh Gloss even adds a little minty fresh scent.

For hair, I'm addicted to Oscar Bland's dry shampoo and Bumble and Bumble's Extra Strength Holding Spray (anything Bumble and Bumble is a-okay by me!) because it smells sooooo good-seriously like candy. 

I also LOVE Philosophy products and have always been a huge fan of their body washes. One of my favorites is Senorita Margarita (I mean come on, even the name is adorable!). The scent isn't too fruity and leaves me feeling squeaky clean, where as some other brands that I have tried have left me smelling like a fruit basket or a bakery.

As for perfume, I'm a firm believer in finding the right scent for your personality and sticking with it. I've been wearing Burberry Brit for quite some time, and find it hard to replace. I do love Miss Dior Cherie though, as well as Chanel Chance. All classics in my book. The mustier and spicier, the better!

Now tell me, what are you make-up obsessions?

BFFs, Biffles, and Besties

Remember the days when you used to wear 20 homemade string bracelets all the way up your arms and ankles? Well they're back. Except in a much more sophisticated way, if that's even possible.

Its the return of the friendship bracelet. Instead of making them at sleep away camp like I used to, or in a friends backyard while sipping on lemonade after you had been swimming in the pool all afternoon, jewelry designers are making it easy for us "adults"-I use that term loosely- to slip them on in the morning and go. How convenient? I'm kind of excited about this new summer trend and am trying to work them into my everyday look. What do you think? 

Some of my favs:

1. Henri Bendel, $58, henribendel.com

2. Kris Nations, $45, maxandchloe.com

3. Dannijo, $48, dannijo.com

4. Julie Rolfman, $95, julierolfmanjewelry.com

5. Ettika, $40, maxandchloe.com

Me Likey Givenchy

The Fall 2011 Givenchy Couture show was anything but bland. The as neutral-as-it-gets color palate was somewhat refreshing, and the dress designs were to die for. Seriously, if I was in the market for a wedding dress, I might be sold on one of these. Key word there, if. I'll let the clothes speak for themselves.

all photos taken from vogue.com

Luxury Jones Boots

So I just got wind that the Luxury Jones, Just For Fun boot collection is doing a collaboration project with Free People, and I am so in love with what they have come up with. You can purchase these one-of-a-kind designs in stores and online now, and I can't help but swoon over the mashup of leather, belts, and wood. Even for the small price of $438, I think this is exactly what my wardrobe has been itching for, and the splurge may be totally necessary. Thoughts?

Friday Happiness

-taken from here-
i love this quote and often remind myself of it. life is too short to be anything but happy.

Did this week seem super long to anyone else? I don't know what it was, but this week felt like it was never going to end, and it was only a 4-day work week! The days were long, the nights too short. I don't get it! But regardless, the weekend is finally here, and I have to be honest, I love weekends during the summer. Between heading down to the shore to escape the city craziness, and eating lots of fresh summer foods (seafood and ice cream are my top two favs!), summertime is the best time. I'll be down at the beach on Saturday, and then up in Connecticut on Sunday with my fam to visit my 96 year-old great grandma. She's super cute and I know she will be so excited to see us all. Hopefully, pics to come from that adventure. What are your weekend plans? Whatever they are, I hope you enjoy! xx

My happiness:

-when was the last time you had one of these?-

-new gifted elliott lucca bag, love the fringe-

-at an ice cream shop in ocean grove-

-seriously, she has such a rough life-

-grainy iPhone pic, but me and the bf on date night...we went mini golfing!-

Menswear is the New Womenswear

Seriously, he's done it again. My favorite photographer Tommy Ton (last seen here) was over in Europe at the menswear shows, capturing summer bliss. A trend thats been around for the last few seasons but that is truly prominent in Tommy's pics is the whole, "I'm a woman in a man's world" thing. From slouchy pants, to tailored blazers, the women of Europe definitely know how to show their masculine sides in a very feminine way. Take a look:

all photos taken from here

Sky High

So you guys know that I have a thing for shoes-as seen here and here- but one of the brands that I have not been able to decide if I like yet is Jeffrey Campbell. I LOVE looking at all of the styles, but I can't decide if they are too outrageous for me. Don't get me wrong, I love the height and chunkiness, but sometimes I think they are just too much for me to handle. Take a look at these...what do you think? I'm in love with the american flag platforms and the ankle boots.

all taken from here