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THE PERFECT TAUPE/GRAY NAIL POLISH

February 6, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend and that you had a fun Super Bowl Sunday if you’re in the United States! Today I want to share the nail polish that I’ve worn several times in a row because with the nail polish collection that I boast, that is pretty rare.

Essie “Miss Fancy Pants”

Why I Love It

Neutral nails are very popular right now, but finding the perfect color for your skin tone can be quite the challenge. I have tried so many neutral shades, and I’ve finally landed on one that seems to compliment my skin, and it’s a beautiful taupe-y gray that I think would compliment a lot of other skin tones as well.

My Routine

I apply a coat of Revlon Quick Dry Base Coat then apply two coats of the Essie “Miss Fancy Pants” polish and then my Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat. I find that this nail polish lasts well without chipping on me for several days, but I can’t seem to make it last a week! I will say that I am pretty tough on nails (read: I wash a lot of dishes!) and that this does seem to last better on me than some of my other Essie polishes. I am a huge fan of Essie’s color selection, but the staying power is hit or miss for me, but this one I’ve been pleased with.

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What is your favorite nail polish brand? I absolutely love nail polish but haven’t bought anything new in awhile..enable me ; )

Thank you, as always, for reading! xo

May Beauty & Fashion Favorites {with one SUPER random favorite thrown in!}

May 27, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Thank you for being here! I hope that you’re having a wonderful week! It is SO nice that it’s a 4 day week and it feels like Tuesday but it’s really Wednesday!! For those who have a regular work week this week and maybe don’t get holidays off, I worked in retail management, so I truly understand the struggle! I hope that you’re having a good week, too : )

ALSO! Don’t forget to *enter my Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush giveaway*! Go to my YouTube video that has all the details (*pssst! It’s EASY! Promise!) : ) The giveaway ends this Friday!

Today I want to jump right in and share a few favorites! I will be short and sweet with my descriptions, and if you’d like more details please let me know in the comments! You know I love comments : P

MAY FAVORITES:

1. Too Faced *Limited Edition* Sugar Pop Palette:

This super colorful palette scared me initially because I’m a neural eye shadow girl, but I cannot stop wearing this! It is beautiful and pigmented, and you can still get a natural or smoky look and just add a small pop of color. Also, cutest packaging possibly ever. Go buy this!

2. Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper:

I didn’t want to like a $20 eye liner, I really, really didn’t, but this takes (MOST of) the stress out of the wing. I, unfortunately, love this.

3. Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss in 205 Snow Pink:

I’ve mentioned this before, but I’ve been reaching for it so often this month that it deserves another mention. This is a beautiful pinky nude gloss with just the right amount of sparkle. It feels great on the lips, looks perfect over so many nude & pink lipsticks or alone, and the packaging is super sleek.

4. Essie Nail Polish in Cute As A Button:

I wore this in my May PopSugar Must Have Unboxing video and recieved several comments asking WHAT was on my nails! I have so many colors that are similar to this pinky coral polish, but none quite like it. I love that it’s a coral color that leans more to pink than orange. It looks perfect on. I wear this with a basecoat and a glossy top coat.

5. Koko Cuff from EllandEmm (*Similar):

I adore Ell and Emm jewelry, and I even gave one of these away last summer to one of my readers because I love it SO much! I love that this bracelet somehow manages to be edgy and different, while featuring the ever classic pearl. It is gorgeous and I always get compliments and questions about this piece.

RANDOM FAVORITE ALERT:

6. Milled Flax Seed:

Okay, so you know those people who casually say that they just “Throw in a little flax seed” and you immediately wonder if they’re serious and how on earth they make healthy living sound so easily part of their every day world? I AM NOW ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE… well sort of ; ) I have been using milled flax seed, I buy the brand Hodgson Mill, in my breakfast shakes, smoothies, and even on my yogurt. It has TONS of omega 3 oils, fiber, it’s gluten free, has no sugar, no cholesterol, and no salt. Seriously! And I can’t even taste it when I mix it into things with big flavor like protein powder, a fruit/veg smoothie, or strawberry yogurt. Become one of those people with me and add this to stuff, you health nut ; )

Thank you for reading! And don’t forget to enter my giveaway! If you’re subscribed to my blog then you are halfway entered already ; ) xoxo

If it makes you happy…

January 12, 2015 & 4 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Who remembers that song “If It Makes You Happy” by Sheryl Crow? When I decided that I wanted to share a few things in my room that make me happy, I couldn’t get that song out of my head! I am a big believer in making life as beautiful, enjoyable, and special as possible…life is short! Surround yourself in pretty things! A quick DIY or some washi tape can completely change something from ordinary to fab!! Thank you for being here! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! *Hopefully* I have a brand new baby boy in my arms when you’re reading this, but as I write this he still hasn’t made his appearance. I will definitely be doing an introduction post to our new little man as well! Get ready for some picture posts!!

What pretty things do you surround yourself with? What have you been loving lately? I would *love* to hear from you! Enable me ; ) Have a great start to your week!! And please comment, subscribe, and share!!! It means SOOOOMUCH to me!

Holiday Sparkles!

December 8, 2014 & 4 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!!

I hope that you had a FAB weekend!! Thank you, as always, for taking the time to read this blog! Some days I just want to look at beautiful things and that’s even more fun at Christmas! I hope that you enjoy a little holiday sparkle from me to you and that it brightens up your Monday : )

<3 Christmas Trees, Makeup, Christmas Skirts, Target Hauls, Nail Polish, Starbucks, Baubles, Snowmen, and iPhones OHHHH MY!! <3

I hope that you’re having a beauuuutiful start to your week and don’t forget to check back Wednesday for another post!! Please subscribe and share!! And to all of you who have subscribed and who share, thank you!! I love you!