Rompin' Round

Rompers are my favorite pieces to wear in the summer.  They are no fuss outfits perfect for those lazy summer days. Pair them with the right shoes and accessories and they can easily go from the beach to a night out.  When shopping for rompers if you want simple cuts get it in a graphic and when looking for simple color look for interesting cuts.  This will keep the outfit looking exciting and you can wear that romper with confidence. 

Check out my favorite romper and shoe combos closer and shop the looks here!

Review: L'OREAL Magic Lumi Light Infusing Primer

Now I'm not much of a primer girl.  I have never really seen the purpose for them since most of them are to control oil and minimize pores, which are two things I've never needed to fix.  After seeing a couple of reviews about this L'OREAL Magic Lumi Light Infusing Primer ($12.99) by some ladies with drier skin I knew I needed to try it.  I've put it to the test for the past two weeks and here are my thoughts. 

C L A I M S

- "boost's skin natural luminosity"

- "skin texture is smoothed & toned to provide a perfect canvas" 

P R O S

- skin is left very smooth

- makes foundations look more luminous (perfect to pair with matte foundations to keep from looking flat and cakey)

- doesn't leave the skin feeling greasy

- makes foundation last longer

- pump makes for easy and hygienic application

C O N S

- smells like plastic 

- if you use a whole pump it can leave your skin looking grayish 

(get ready for very large pictures of my arm/hand that look like I'm 400 lbs)

(it's really hard to take pretty pictures of your hand -- props to hand models)

I really like this primer! I would recommend it most to dry skinned girls because as you can see from the second picture it will create a very glowy complexion.  If you have oily/combination skin and still want to try this out I recommend only placing it on the tops of the cheek bones and down the bridge of the nose to avoid your oily and more porous areas or mix half a pump with your matte foundation to create a luminous complexion while still controlling the oil. 

How do you feel about primers?

Tell me your faves or fails below. 

4th of July Style

It's July everyone, the heat has set in (at least in LA it has full swing) and it's time decide what you are going to wear to your Fourth of July BBQ!

Here is my ideal outfit to keep you cool, comfy, and of course fashionable.

1. J. Crew Eyelet Dot Tank in Bright Persimmon - $78

      The texture on the top adds interest from just a plain red tank. 

2. H&M Worn Denim Shorts - $19.99

      Shorts are a must for a BBQ and the light wash and distressing are classic. 

3. Dodger Blue Hat - $30

      Whether you are from the great city of LA or not, you can sport this cap to keep the sun out of your face and give a relaxed look.

4. Madewell The Drawstring Bucket Bag in Desert Camel - $148

     Bucket bags are the "it" bag of summer and the neutral color keeps you from looking like an American flag. 

5. J. Crew Collection Lillian Calf Hair Low Wedges in Hazelnut Leopard - $298

      Like the bucket bag, the neutral colors help finish the look while the leopard print makes it fun.  (Tip: Like a chambray shirt, leopard is a closet staple it goes with just about anything.)

6. Ray-Ban Aviators in Silver/Blue - $149.95

      You can't go to a BBQ without some sunnies! Aviators are an American classic. 

7. Butter London Lippy Lipgloss in Come to Bed Red - $18

      Ditch the lipstick for a gloss for easy touchups and a sheer finish.  This red color is a great way to be patriotic without going overboard.

8.  Benefit Cosmetics Hoola - $28

      Bronze up your face for that summertime glow.  Dust this bronzer over the high points of the face (Temples, hairline, bridge of nose, cheekbones, and neck) and blend. 

Have a happy Fourth of July!

Brace Yourself, It Is...

 Temps are risin', school's out, and vacations are being planned.
Yep, it's that time of year again.

You are doing your nightly sit ups religiously, slathering on your self-tanner (conservatively, I hope), and trying on all your swimsuits praying to find which one better distracts from the dimples on your butt and the dreaded pooch.  We all know this routine quite well, I'm sure.
That said, I think patterns are the best distracters and flatterers (is that a word?) for every "flaw" we may see in the mirror.  Victoria's Secret and H&M are especially on point this season.

(left to right)

Victoria's Secret PINK Flounce Crop Top in Flamingo - $36.50

Victoria's Secret PINK Ruched-Side Bikini Bottom in Bright Coral - $18.50 

H&M Bikini Top in Green/Patterned - $17.95

H&M  Bikini Bottoms in Yellow - $9.95

H&M Bikini Top in Leopard - $14.95

H&M Bikini Bottoms in Black - $9.95