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Blanket Scarves & Coffee

November 30, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I started thinking about coming up with the usual big list of monthly favorites to share with you, but I realized pretty quickly that I have two standout favorites for November: my blanket scarf & going to Starbucks.

I * just * got this scarf from Target, but I am already completely in love! They have so many cute ones, some gorgeous plaids and one that is Michigan State colors that I of course adore. Check now for Cyber Monday deals. I need to teach my mom about the CartWheel App, too ; )

I am pretty sure I’m the last person I know under 40 to get this, but I FINALLY got a Starbucks account. I love coffee, and throw in the adorable Christmas goodies, pretty mugs, and rewards stars? I am in. I’ve been enjoying getting myself lattes all month and it’s a small splurge to some but it has been huge for me! That little red cup makes me so happy : ) If you don’t have a Starbucks account, I definitely suggest downloading the app! It’s so easy to add money with a card or via PayPal, and you just let the barista scan your phone to pay. You get discounts, and various promotions as you collect stars (stars=points).

What have you been loving this month? What is your go-to Starbucks order? I love comments ; )

Ipsy Glam Bag | November 2015

November 25, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Today I want to share my first impressions on my November Ipsy bag. If you subscribe to Ipsy, tell me what you got in the comments! I have canceled Ipsy because I want to try something else to review for you. I think Nature Box would be a fun subscription to try, bu I let me know what you would like to see me review!
The Bag and Theme:

It’s so 90’s to me! I would never pick this, but the kids think it’s cool! Hailey loves outerspace. The theme is “Beauty Blast” which I don’t quite get, but it’s fun!

Tucker Ashley Perfecting Moisturizer

I am excited to try this! I don’t know anything about it, but I will give it a shot. I like that it’s a generous sized sample.

Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara

I am always oh the hunt for the perfect mascara! I’ll add this to my mini mascara spot in my drawer ; )

INSPR Eye Shadow in Carnival (*pictured far left)

I loooove this pinky /brown/taupe color with gorgeous shimmer! I can’t wait to wear this! It feels very soft, too, and wasn’t crumbly when swatched.

Model Co. Highlighting Trio (*pictured second, third, and forth from the left)

These swatch beautifully, but I’m not sure how they will wear. I want to try them as both highlights and an eye shadow base.

Sigma E25 Blending Brush

I have two of this brush already, but it’s my absolute favorite blush for blending out eye shadow, so I love having another! I prefer black makeup brushes, but the pink is fine. I don’t mind the mini size, and it’ll be cute for traveling.
Overall my Ipsy subscription of 14 months is ending on a high note! I think there is a real possibility I’ll go back to Ipsy : )

Have a great day and to my American friends, Happy (early) Thanksgiving!

You NEED This Foundation!

November 2, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you all had a fun Halloween weekend!! My family dressed up as Disney’s The Incredible’s and we had a great time : )

I’m just going to jump right into it today, I have been using a new foundation for the past couple of weeks, and it has shot to the top of my list of foundation favorites!! If there are any drugstore or high-end makeup reviews you’d like to see, please let me know!

L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation:

This foundation came out a couple of months ago and I held off. I have had so many drugstore foundations, and this one said “Demi Matte Finish” on the bottle which frankly scares this me since I tend to get oily in my t-zone. I decided that now that it was fall, I would take the plunge and try it out. *Note: Props to my husband for picking this up for me while he was grocery shopping, he really navigates the makeup aisles well as long as I give clear direction! The verdict? I’m in-love with this stuff!

Pros:

-This DOES NOT BUDGE! I couldn’t believe it when I hadn’t had to blot or powder my nose by 1p.m the first day wearing this! That is practically unheard of for me.

-The demi matte finish is actually really beautiful, my skin looks like skin but stays matte

-This gives impressive coverage (medium, not full coverage) but feels really light on the skin

-It’s affordable! Who doesn’t love a good drugstore find

-This doesn’t oxidize on my skin

-It comes in a tube! My first choice is usually a pump, but my second choice is definitely a tube because you can get every last bit of the product out before tossing it

Cons:

-The lightest shade, Classic Ivory, works on me, but the next lightest shade was quite a big jump, so I’m not sure if the color range would work for anyone

-You do have to play around with it, I only use one coat followed up with a concealer instead of adding more foundation, and apply it with my fingers to avoid a cake-y look

Final Thoughts:

Go buy this! Seriously! I have combo skin and this works beautifully. I’m curious to hear what those with dry skin think, but for me this is a total win!

Have a wonderful start to your week! xo

Fall Fashion Lookbook!

October 26, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! And thank you, as always, for taking the time to read my blog.

In the past 5 years I have been pregnant or breastfeeding, and so my fall wardrobe needed some major re-vamping! I recently heard of Dottie Couture Boutique through a friend, and instantly fell in love with their clothes, and placed a small order. I got the items and am even more in love, and created this lookbook to share my finds with you. I love the tops I picked because they are all a tad oversized, and each one covers my bum so I can wear leggings…#MomLife!

Outfit #1:

Grey Lace Hem Sweater from Dottie Couture Boutique

Sweater Leggings from Express

Ankle Booties from Just Fab

Necklace from Express

Outfit #2:

Button Front Tunic from Dottie Couture Boutique

Sweater Leggings from Express

Boot Socks from Etsy

Boots from Just Fab

Outfit #3:

Maroon/Blue Multi Print Top from Dottie Couture Boutique

Sweater Leggings from Express

Boot Socks from Etsy

Boots from Just Fab

Bracelet from EllandEmm

Outfit #4:

Black and White Plaid Tunic from Dottie Couture Boutique

Sweater Leggings from Express

Ankle Boots from Just Fab

Bracelet from EllandEmm

If you are interested in more posts like this, please let me know! I think these are great looks that you can re-create easily from pieces that you may already have in your wardrobe. Thank you for reading and don’t forget to share and subscribe!! xx

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