It's a Wrap

The past few weeks have been non-stop. I have been working like crazy and studying to finish up the fall quarter. It makes me really appriciate the moments I can steal to myself to share with you a few of my favorite things! I've picked up spinning and I'm obsessed. I don't know why I was so scared to try it before. I go to the free classes my gym offers. The teacher is motivating and picks fun music our diverse class can enjoy. One of my favorite weekend brunch spots is Highland Cafe. Lately, I've been hiding out there to study. They have hipster baristas that can whip you up a tastety soy latte in a flash! I love everything I've tried there including their chilaquiles, tuna melt and fresh juices. Recently, I tried their veggie wrap. It was delish! I can't forget about my current favorite accessory: infinity scarves! And my new Lands End flannel from Sears, of course.

Thick As Thieves

Last night I had the pleasure of going out with some old friends to the Piano Bar and The Slayers Club in Hollywood. It's been cold for LA's standards so it was fun to bust out scarves and beanies to get bundled up. Combine that with fantastic live music and you've got a recipe for a very successful night! We started the night out at Birds in Hollywood for their 11pm happy hour. Next stop, Piano Bar. The band sounded great and rallied the crowd inside from the cold for a really fun, intimate set. The Slayers Club was calling our name and I'm so happy it was. The Slayers Club was pretty packed for a Tuesday. We caught the last few songs of Thick As Thieves' set and all I wanted was more. I instantly fell in love with their sound. They mix rock, rap and the softness of their female vocalist beautifully! I encourage all of you to check them out here.

Recent Developments

1. 'Hello Flawless!' (here) 2. NARS 'Larger Than Life' Long Wear Eyeliner (here) 3. Kiehl's LIP BALM (here) 4. Laura Mercier Cheek Color in Peach Whisper (here) 5. Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Exposed (here)

Los Angeles has finally decided to join the rest of the country with cold weather. With a flush of cold weather come a flush of color on the cheek! Keep everything else simple -  a little black eyeliner in the upper waterline, natural mascara, some powder for a flawless finish, a dab of lip balm and you're done.

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Jewels To Live By

Fact: a piece of statement jewelry can make the simplest of outfits into something special. It's that pop of color or touch of texture - like putting an exclamation point at the end of a sentence - catching the eye's attention! These are some statement pieces I'm loving right now:

1. Opaque Bib Necklace $10.80 (here) 2. Rhinestone Snake Chain Necklace $9.80 (here) 3. Aqua Color-block Boho Drops $34 (here) 4. Faux Stone Flower Necklace $14.80 (here) 5. Mint Tab Strand $28 (here) 6. Rhinestone Dangle Earrings $5.80 (here) 7. Butter Bauble Bib $36 (here)

Hands down Forever 21 is my favorite place to get jewelry! The variety of styles and prices cannot be beat. However, Bauble Bar has amazing jewelry that isn't outrageously priced and should not be overlooked (especially when you can get $10 off your first order!). Jewel On!


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Review: Wet N Wild

There are hundreds of lip sticks out there to choose from. Do you buy drugstore or department store? Nude, Pink, or Red? Is it too nude? Is it too Pink? From NYX to Tom Ford the options can be overwhelming. So, when YouTube Beauty Guru RachhLoves recommended Wet N Wild's Mega Last Lip Color Collection I had to try it!

902C Bare It All - 903C Just Peachy - 901B Think Pink - 967 Dollhouse Pink - 907C Mauve Outta Hear

902C Bare It All - 903C Just Peachy - 901B Think Pink - 967 Dollhouse Pink - 907C Mauve Outta Hear

They were only $1.99/each at my Walmart and I picked up 5 different shades. They are matte, which I love and gives them a high-end feel. I'm not a fan of frosted lips! The Lip Sticks have great color pay off and are long wearing. The colors of the collection reminded me of YSL's Rouge Volupte. However, the downside to Wet N Wild's Mega Last Lip Collection is that they did not have the same silky moisturizing texture as YSL's and not nearly as many colors to chose from. But, for $1.99 I'm very pleased with my 5 new Lip Sticks!

You can find them online here. Which Lip Sticks do you love?


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Nailed it

The one thing I love more than glitter nail polish is the "dipped" glitter nail polish look!

Here's how I created my own dipped nails:
1. Paint a base nail color, a couple coats depending on your polish. I used this dark grey shade by nails inc. in foubert's place.
2. Using the glitter polish paint a French tip on each nail. I used an Orly mini in Hair Band.
3. Apply a second coat of glitter going over the "Frenched" tip dragging the glitter down but not all the way to the nail bed creating a dipped affect.
4. Finish the nails off with a clear top coat! I used NYC's extra shiny top coat.

GET THE LOOK: Fall

I'm in the market for a pair of burgundy pants for the fall and J Brand makes my favorite jeans. But, with so many affordable alternatives to designer style, there is no reason you can't look like you've just stepped out of a fashion magazine without breaking the bank!

Here are some designer pieces that I am loving:

1. Current/Elliot 'The Perfect' Denim Shirt $218 2. Michael Kors 'Large Gold Runway' Watch $275 3. Michael Kors Wayland Suede Booties $350 4. J Brand Super Skinny in Wine $ $178

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With Steals & Deals like these, here is how you can save:

1. Chambray Shirt (similar here for $19.99) 2. Mossimo Supply Co. Yellow Scarf $14.99 3. Free People Marigold Pullover $49.99 4. Geneva Gold Round Case Bracelet Watch $19.99 5. Gold Charm Bracelet $7 6. LC Lauren Conrad Skinny French Terry Pants in Grape Wine $33 7. Kaelyn Ankle Boot (on sale at my Target for $9!)

These affordable alternatives give you no reason to pay designer prices. Plus, it gives you the ability to complete the look with these extra items or things already in your closet. Those little touches will give the outfit your own personal style!


What are you eying for fall?


xoxo