Wednesday, December 30, 2015

My Favorite Planners

2015 is coming to an end, which means it's just about time to get a new planner. If you're anything like me, you need a planner to keep your life in order. I've tried using the electronic calendars on my phone, and it just doesn't work for me. Because of that, I wanted to share some of my favorite planners, incase your looking to get a new one.




1. Lily Pulitzer Planner  - Functional and girly, I've gone through a few of these planners. They come in a variety of sizes which is convenient for the girl on the go. ( $36)


2. Kate Spade Planner - This planner is the smallest of the bunch, which is great for someone who doesn't need to write a bunch of stuff down. I love the cover, and think it would be a great every-ay planner. ( $40)


3. Geodes Life Planner - This is the planner I'm using right now, and it's by far my favorite. It's versatile, durable, and customizable. If you're serious about staying organized in the new year, this is a worth while investment. I have it in turquoise.  ($50)


4. Emily Ley Planner - Another girly planner, but this one is a little more subtle. The style is very similar to that of the Lily Pulitzer and Erin Condren planners and would be great at keeping you organized and on-task. ($58)



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Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Beauty Favorites | December 2015

1. M.A.C Whirl Lipstick - This is a newer lipstick from M.A.C. and has quickly become one of my favorites. It's the same exact color as the lipliner, and falls into the mauve-brown trend that has completely taken over the beauty world this year (thanks Kylie). I think it's the perfect fall/winter color and love the matte finish. I would definitely recommend picking it up if you're loving the trend.

2. Becca x Jaclyn Hill Highlighter in Champagne Pop - Can I rave about this product enough? NO. It's the best highlighter I've ever used. Jaclyn Hill and Becca completely hit this one out of the park. It's so pigmented and compliments so many different skin tones. I love it so much I'm considering buying a back up. It doesn't matter if you have 1 highlighter or 1,000 - you need this one. 

3. Becca Mineral Blush - I've never tried any Becca blushes, but it's safe to say I'm getting them all. I got the shade Wild Honey and I'm in love with it. It's more of a mauve, brown blush, as apposed to a baby pink, which is why I like it. It's buttery and pigmented, and would be perfect for fair girls, all the way to medium/olive complexions. 

4. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder - Yes, yes, and more yes. This ambient lighting powder has changed my life. I use the shade Diffused Light to set my under eye concealer, and genuinely don't know how I lived without it. It doesn't let my concealer crease and gives my under eye area a gorgeous glow. You could use this to set the whole face, but I like this shade in particular for under the eyes because it has a slightly yellow tint which is great for brightening.

5. Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Concealer - This concealer has become holy grail. I've never been so impressed by a concealer in my entire life. I have two shades; light warm and light medium neutral. Light warm is the perfect highlighting shade when I'm my fairest, but since I'm going to Miami, and have been tanning to prepare, I got light medium neutral to darken it a bit,while still highlighting. It's so light weight, while still being super full-coverage. If you only try one thing on this list, this should be it. 

6. Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow - I find that Bobbi Brown shadows can be pretty hit or miss. I've tried a few and haven't been super impressed; until this one. I decided to get the the color Camel because it was just calling my name. It's definitely not a color everyone is going to love, but I think it's gorgeous. It's a very warm brown, and to be honest, is kind of the color of baby poop, but in the best way. It's the perfect fall/winter color, and I can't get enough of it. 

7. Origins Drink Up Overnight Intensive Mask - This has been a god-send for my dry skin. I've never been disappointed by an Origins product, and this mask is no exception. When I wear it to bed, my skin feels super hydrated and plump the next morning. A must have for my girls with dry skin.

8. Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick in Lolita - All the hype is well-worth it. This liquid lipstick is bomb. It's a gorgeous shade and an amazing formula, and I think everyone needs it in their collection. I'm definitely going to be picking up more liquid lipsticks from Kat Von D's line.

9. GlamGlow Flashmud Brightening Treatment - Another dry skin savior. This Glam glow mask is amazing for exfoliating away dead skin. I was pretty skeptical at first, and really didn't want to love it because of the ridiculous price tag, but I do. It's amazing, and I'm definitely going to get it in the full size.

10. Urban Decay Naked Smoky Palette - This has quickly become my favorite of the Naked palettes. I think it's the most versatile, in terms of color range, in the sense that it has a good selection of both cool and warm shades. It's super pigmented and there isn't a single color I don't like. The packaging is also by far the best of the 4 Naked palettes, and I wish all of them had the magnetic closure. If you're thinking of trying a Naked palette, I recommend this one over the others. 



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Wednesday, December 23, 2015

2015 Holiday Gift Guide For The Beauty Junkie

  1. Urban Decay Naked Smoky Palette - This has quickly become my favorite Naked palette. It's versatile and amazing quality.
  2. Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons Palette - A new cult favorite. The colors are great and so is the packaging!
  3. Drybar Gift Set - Every girl needs a good blowdryer, and this set is the perfect way to gift her with one.
  4. Becca x Jaclyn Hill Highlighter - Champagne Pop has become my favorite highlight and it's something I think every beauty junkie needs.
  5. Flowerbomb Gift Set - A holy grail scent of mine. I've met very few girls and women who don't love it.
  6. Christian Louboutin Nail Polish - A splurge for sure but could be perfect for the nail polish obsessed - functional and collectible.
  7. Sephora Collection Brush Set - This would be a major splurge, but could change a beauty junkie's makeup game. Sephora brushes are amazing quality and this is the mother load.
  8. Beauty Blender - Everyone who wears foundation or concealer needs a beauty blender, period. The more beauty blenders, the better.
  9. Laura Mercier Almond Coconut Soufflé - Great for the beauty junkie who lives in cold climates and loves to pamper herself.
  10. YSL Volupté Sheer Candy - These are amazing gloss sticks, and my favorite shade is Dewy Papaya. It keeps your lips hydrated and glossy, without being sticky, plus they smell heavenly.
  11. Guerlain Terracota Bronzing Mist - This would be perfect for the girl whose traveling somewhere tropical over the holidays. No makeup needed, just this amazing bronzing mist.



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Tuesday, December 22, 2015

2015 Holiday Gift Guide | Stocking Stuffers for HIM

1. Mophie Power Station - I know so many guys (and girls) with this and they absolutely love it. Perfect for the phone obsessed. 
2.Beats in Ear Headphones - Headphones are a must for everyone, and these are amazing quality.
3.Victoronix Swiss Champ Pocket Knife - If the men in your life are the hands-on type, this is a great functional stocking stuffer.
4. Mini Dots Pocket Square - For the fancier man; fun patterns are a great pop of holiday fun!
5. Smile Print PJ Boxers -  These are fun & functional! A serious win-win.
6. Gamago Gnome Stylus - Awesome for the creative tech. Couldn't be cuter.
7. Marled Cable Knit Scarf - If you live in a cold climate, this is a must.
8. WORD Camo Notebook - Great for the guy who needs a little organization in his life.
 

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