My Weekend In Short...

Ah, Krispy Kreme doughnuts!

Dunkin Doughnuts Double Chocolate Cake Doughnut. Yeah, it didn't occur to me that I had two doughnut trips this weekend until now.

Gap tees on the cheap!

Got some new red TOMS. I like my other TOMS so much, I had to get another pair.

Sunshine all weekend long!

This isn't the swing set I used this weekend, but close enough. I forgot how fun swing sets are.

Paul Newman Pineapple Salsa is AMAZING! I recommend this to everyone!

Pretty Things On A Sunday Evening...

How in the world?



Fruit Dip



Reem Acra



Love



Gorgeous color

I'm Going Swimming

Well, not really, but soon. While I wait for the weather to warm up for good and I try and get in shape, here are some of pool time items I'm loving .

Rainbows at PacSun

Victoria Secret's

Diesel at Zappos

Macy's

Old Navy

Shoshanna at Saks Fifth Avenue

Zara



House of Harlow

Ahhh, don't I wish!

Thursday Has Come!

Most of  my Thursday was pretty uneventful. Well, that is until I got my Vera Bradley shipment in the mail. Now, I'm not a mega Vera fan, but I do like some of her stuff. I'd been searching for a well made wallet that could fit all my stuff but was having no luck. My luck changed and Vera saved the day! Both Vera items were on sale, plus I had an online coupon deal. Gosh, I love stuff on sale. :)

Eye glass holder

Wallet- it's accordian style on the inside, so I don't have to worry about stuff falling out!

They bought us Starbucks at work. I'm not mad at that! Vanilla beans are tasty.

Happy Thursday!

I've Got To...

I've got to: see the new Johnny Depp movie Dark Shadows


I've got to: try Sprinkles cupcakes


I've got to: start exercising



I've got to: get another pair of TOMS



I've got to:  get a haircut, maybe with some bangs




I've got to: try the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer that I keep hearing good things about

Get To Know Me Tag!

Get To Know Me Tag

New and fun. I was tagged by the one and only Yuli from www.yuliconversations.blogspot.com to do this tag!

The Rules:
1. Each person must post 11 things about themselves on their blog.
2. Answer the questions the tagger has set for you plus the eleven facts about you.
3. Choose eleven people and link them in your blog.
4. Go to their page and tell them.
5. No tag backs.
6. You legitimately have to tag.

11 Facts About Me:
1. I enjoy photography
2. I need a vacation
3. I love green beans. I have a recipe I make probably 4 nights a week.
4. I love New York City
5. My favorite pair of boots are Airwalks from Payless
6. One day, I want to dye my hair like Mandy Moore's hair
7. I could eat tacos everyday
8. I love everything fashion related
9. I am not a morning person. I'm also not a too late at night person. :) 
10. I saw Blake Shelton at a restaurant one time but I was too surprised to go get an autograph/picture
11. I need to go to Disney World again soooo bad.

Questions:    

1. What kind of music are you into? Everything! But I do love some Carrie Underwood, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears pop stuff
2. What is your favorite reality show? Every Real Housewives show on Bravo! Acutally, just about everything on Bravo.
3. How would you describe your personal style? Casual meets
4. What do you like to blog about? Fashion, my life, and everything in between
5. What are you most passionate about? Hmm...
6. What is your short term goal? Happy lfe
7. What is your long term goal? Happy life
8. Are you more comfortable in public with no make up or no nail polish? I prefer to wear at least a little makeup. It doesn't bother me not to have nail polish.
9. What makes you happier to give presents or to receive them? Give presents!
10. What are your best 3 qualities? Loyal, kind, easy going
11. What are 3 qualities you would change about yourself? impatient, quiet, impatient

My Questions1. Favorite movie?
2. Favorite type of music?
3. Favorite city?
4. Favorite hobbies?
5. Favorite tv show?
6. Describe you style?
7. Favorite style icon?
8. Favorite clothing item?
9. Favorite magazine?
10. Are you a morning or night person?
11. Ideal vacation spot?
For this post I am tagging:

http://seaofdaisies.blogspot.com/
http://supernovachick.com/
http://janmloves.blogspot.com/
http://ochibernadas.blogspot.com/
http://lamodeouicestmoi.blogspot.com/
http://crowleyparty.blogspot.com/
http://thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com/
www.wilharris3.blogspot.com
http://the-ant-ler.blogspot.com/
http://bohemianbones.blogspot.com/
http://barbieandkenbrinkerhoff.blogspot.com/

It's Time To Tease...

The Beauty Department website could not be cooler. They have beauty tips on anything and everything you can imagine. For me, I appreciate how easy they make their tutorials. If you have visited them, check them out at www.thebeautydepartment.com .

TEASING TUTORIAL FROM THE BEAUTY DEPARTMENT:

http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/11/just-teasing/

If Adele doesn’t make you want to get your teasing brushes out then I don’t know who does. She’s become such an inspiration in the beauty industry and we think she’s doing a great job at keeping her looks fresh + new. Lately her hair has reached perfectly epic heights. So let’s discuss a few things that are vital for volume.

1. Teasing/smoothing brushes we’ve all seen versions of a teasing brush, but the reason I love the ones by R Session Tools is because they’re made in different sizes. You know when you finish teasing and you have that one little dip? This is the perfect size to go in and perfect without having to brush out and start over again! Another plus is that when you’re finished with an updo and it looks too “done”, if you brush ever so slightly in the opposite direction (toward your face), you’ll loosen up the look and get those romantic whispy pieces. These ones tend to sell out sell fast. If you can’t get your hands on them, THESE are also great!
2. Ocean Spritz you can use whatever beach spray you like. I prefer this one because after washing the hair never feels dry, and that happens a lot with salty beach sprays– they can suck the moisture right out of the hair. The main reason for using this in conjunction with a teasing brush is to build up resistance. Sometimes when you put mousse or styling spray at the root, it dissipates because that’s what it’s supposed to do. Then you go to tease it and it slides right through. With a little bit of beach spray, you build up a texture on top of each hair that doesn’t soak in and go away. I do it when the hair is about 50% dry. I spray 2-5 pumps into my hands and then rub it in to my roots. This helps your brush or comb get a better grip on the hair it’s supposed to tease.
3. The Rat Roll Sometimes, no matter how hard you try and how long you keep your arms over your head, you’re just never going to get the as much volume as you want in your hair. Enter the rat roll. This thing looks freaky but if you get it in the color closest to your hair color, hiding it is no big deal. It’s also amazing for vintage styles.
4. Teasing comb these are visibly different from the teasing/smoothing brushes, but the main difference is that this comb is pretty INTENSE. In my opinion, this is more for your short haired grandma. Using this on longer hair can be really hard and could result in a tangled disaster. If you’re confident that you can be the boss of this comb, just use it to start a good teasing base. I will say, this Once you get going you shouldn’t use this.
5. Large Bobby Pins I just found this super cool combo pack, which I’ve never seen before. Typically, I use large bobby pins to “anchor” my client’s hair. I do the finishing touches with smaller ones, but when you need to hold serious weight (like when you’re trying to secure the rat roll) you need a more supportive bobby pin.
Last but not least, if you want a one-stop-shop, we’re kind of living for THIS KIT! It has the rat roll, bobby pins, teasing brush and all kinds of other goodness in one kit! Amazing, affordable holiday gift for the bestie.


Night!

Barrel Weaver

I had been wanting to get a barrel weaver for awhile. My hope was it would give me  effortless looking beach hair. So far, I'm pretty pleased with the turn out. It looks like my hair after I get out of the pool, which to me, is pretty cool looking. I have pretty thick, wavy hair, so it holds pretty well.
I got it at Sally's Beauty Supply while there was a deal going on and I got a curling iron with it for free! I made sure to get the Deep Waver because it makes the waves not so tight. I didn't want the crimped hair look, just a nice loose wave.
Power IQ Deep Waver

It's the best pic I could I get.

It's Friday and my internet is not working!!! Hope to have it fixed by tomorrow!

Tis The Season For Shorts!

It's so hard finding shorts that aren't basically panties or that aren't frumpy looking. The right shorts can be worn during the day and then out for a night on the town. The shoes options are endless for shorts: heels and wedges will elongate your legs and without a doubt will cause heads to turn, get a pair of flip flops and stay casual, or even pull on some tennis shoes and still look stylish.

Scalloped Lace Skirt at Free People $78.00

Paisley shorts at Cache $68.00

Old Navy Shorts $24.94

Icon Ikat Print Denim Short   at Bebe $89.00


 

Sanctuary Escape Shorts at Zappos $75.00

My favorite shorts so far. Victoria Secret Relaxed Boyfriend Shorts $49.50
MUST HAVE THESE!

Gym Time? No.

It Has Turned Into A Good Day...

Because my girl Yuli from, yuliconversations.blogspot.com , has given me a Liebster Award!

Liebster Award

So for those of you who do not know what Liebster means is a German word meaning dearest and the award is given to up-coming bloggers with less than 200 followers who deserve some recognition and support to keep blogging.

 

Here are the rules:

Link the person who gave you the award in your post.

Put the award in your post.

Choose 5 blogs with under 200 followers to receive the award.

Let them know you awarded them.

My nominees are:
1. WilHarris3.blogspot.com
2. supernovachick.blogspot.com

3. Lastyearoftwentysomething.blogspot.com

4. thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com

5. janmloves.blogspot.com



Thanks again to Yuli!

Crafty Fashion!

Who doesn't love some crafts? I do!

Framed shopping bags

I have no idea who came up with this but it is quite clever. If I ever shop at one of these stores, I'll for sure be framing it. It really classes up this little makeup area.

Sweet Verbena's cute bracelet idea!

They show you step by step how to make these bracelets. It's super easy to make. Great gift idea.



Hangers

These hangers would spruce up any closet. Hangers, ribbon/fabric, and glue and you've got these delightful closet decorations.




Because I'm Addicted came up with this idea and I love it.

Ok, so this idea is brilliant. You can make your own printed shorts! I don't have a lot of shorts I'm willing to write on, so I think I'm going to find a a pair at the thrift store and try this out. Worst case, I only spent a couple of dollars.

Bethanny Ever After is about to come on. I love Bravo sooo much.


Love the orange heels with this pink dress.