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H A I R 

Cozy Braided Headwrap - $6.80

   I love knitted headwraps because they are so easy to put on when you need a quick hairstyle.  California may not get that cold compared to other states and countries but here in LA it can get pretty windy and my ears turn to icicles, so these headwraps keep my hair in place and my ears nice and toasty. 

F A S H I O N 

Zara Hooded Cotton Parka - $179

   Parkas are some of my favorite pieces for the fall.  They may seem a bit bulky but when paired with skinny jeans and riding boots, you can't go wrong. 

M A K E U P 

Elizabeth Mott It's So Big Volumizing Mascara - $19.99

   I have been grabbing this mascara quite frequently this week.  The formula is super liquidy so it coats your lashes very quickly and holds a curl all day. It says it is volumizing, but I would classify it as more of a lengthening one.  It seems to have added fibers which really add to the length.  The only thing I don't like about it is that it is not the best layering mascara, because of the wet formula too many layers can give you a spidery effect. 

What are your favorites this week?

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Sexy Hair Big Sexy Hair Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray - $18.95

   It has finally rained in Los Angeles! It was so nice but one thing that's not is humidity, and humidity means frizz for my naturally curly locks.  This hairspray is a weather proof spray that almost acts as a shield around the strands.  This is seriously magic but don't mistake it as a hairspray.  If you need to hold your style pair it with an actual hairspray. 

M A K E U P 

MAC Eyeshadow in Humid - $15

    Since it is finally fall, it is time to bust out those darker shadows.  My favorite way to wear darker shadows on a daily basis is to use my finger to push the color on the lid, UNDER the crease.  Then using a big fluffy brush blend it up to the crease for a perfectly sheer yet smoky look. This green shade is perfectly autumnal (yes that is a word) and will really enhance every eye color. 

F A S H I O N 

Houseboat Tunic in Black - $44.99

    I have been loving flowy lacy tunics recently.  They are such simple and quick pieces that are super comfortable for any day. 

What have you been enjoying this week?

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Goody 1Ct Detangler Comb - $5.99

   Recently I chopped off about 5 inches of my hair.  I am loving it! No split ends in sight and my hair has so much added volume bounce.  The only downfall is I now have major tangles throughout the day from the new thickness at my ends.  Wide tooth combs are my rescue! They get the tangles without messing up my hair style. 

M A K E U P 

CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation - $9.49

     If you haven't tried this foundation you are truly missing out.  I am so glad I finally decided to buy after listening and hearing all the rave reviews.  I was nervous because matte finishes usually enhance my normal to dry skin.  I had always just accepted I would never be able to use matte foundation and have to keep battling the mid day T-zone oil spill.  This is seriously foundation personally crafted by the skin angels.  It blends wonderfully, matches my skin tone perfectly, and dries with a powder finish that leaves me oil free the ENTIRE day, and I mean it I got at least 10 hours one day. I don't think I will ever use any other foundation.  If you are oily to combo skin this will work wonders, not trying this out would be like committing skin suicide.

F A S H I O N
Active by Old Navy Long Compression Pant - $26.40
    This may not be a very fashionable item, but it sure is comfortable.  I wear these from the moment I get home until the moment I wake up in the morning.  Sometimes I wish I could wear them everywhere, they are just that comfortable.  They also are very thick, so you won't have to worry about the sun making them see through.  If you are looking for some good Lululemon knock-offs you should give these a try. 

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M A K E U P 

L'Oreal Infallible Eyeshadow in Iced Latte - $6.64

  Whenever I am in a rush (which was almost everyday this week) this eyeshadow is the first thing I grab.  I don't place it all over the lid because it's a bit too sparkly for my liking but wake up my look I put it in the inner corner and blend out on both top and bottom lash lines. 

H A I R 

Paul Mitchell 427 Paddle Brush - price varies

   If I had one brush for the rest of my life I would choose this paddle brush.  It glides through my wet or dry hair seamlessly and is really sturdy. 

F A S H I O N 

Ily Couture Bloom Necklace - $68

   I used to not be one for big statement pieces but in the past year I have quickly grown from one piece to about twenty.  They make any outfit so much more interesting and put together.  Ily Couture is one of my favorite jewelry sites to visit and they give great sales.  This Bloom necklace is perfect transition piece for the seasons because orange is going to be a hit for fall just as it was for summer. 

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M A K E U P

Stila In the Garden Palette - $39

   Stila's In the Light palette is a best seller and makeup essential when it comes to palettes. When I came to the Stila counter at Ulta the other day I was about to grab the In the Night palette by obvious obligation until I saw these beautiful green hues taking the spotlight.  I love the way green makes the gold undertones of my brown eyes shine.  Any brown eyed babes out there need this immediately. 

F A S H I O N 

Xhilaration® All Over PU Hat in Black - $12.99

    Ever since I watched the Fall/Winter BCBGMaxAzria collection during New York Fashion Week last spring I have been dying to find the perfect leather cap. Target has done it again and exceeded my expectations.  This hat is going to get a lot of game time this season. 

H A I R 

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Shine Spray - $15

    I don't like to use hair spray because it seems to weigh my limp hair down so I turn to shine spray to semi hold the style but smooth fly aways.  This shine spray is super light but makes a serious impact to any hair routine. 

   

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M A K E U P 

theBalm NUDE ‘TUDE Nude Eyeshadow Palette - $36

   I finally got my hands on this sucker thanks to Hautelook, seriously that site is amazing for a deal! The shadows are super pigmented so a little goes a long way.  You get 4 matte shades and 7 shimmers.  My only wish was that there was matte light brown comparable to Omega shadow from MAC, but regardless I am very happy with my purchase.

F A S H I O N 

3.1 Phillip Lim Bag - price varies

   3.1 Phillip Lim is coming to Target on September 15th ladies! You can gorgeous comparable bags to this beaut for a pretty price ($30-$50).  Yes please! I have already marked my calendar, seriously. 

H A I R 

12 Benefits™ Instant Healthy Hair Treatment - $19

   Everyone talks about It's a 10! products but I found one that one ups that, or I guess two, for a much nicer price. I spritz this all over my hair after the shower and before I use hot tools.  It smells amazing and leaves my hair super smooth! 

Hope you are having a lovely week, while I drown in class work for my first week back.

Thursday's Three: Farewell Summer Edition

Seeing as though this is my last week of summer vacation I am making this week's Thursday's Three a Farewell to Summer edition.
I am sad to see my late mornings, adventuring with my boyfriend, and most definitely my tan go, but I am fully ready to embrace fall.  The temps don't seem to reflect that here in L.A. but I am willing to look past that.
So here are my favorite summer products this week.

H A I R

Paul Mitchell Forever Blonde line - varies

  If you follow me on Instagram you would have seen that a few weeks ago I decided to get read of my brown locks and embrace a blonder hue.  I am absolutely in love with it! To keep it in tip top shape I use this line of products that have a slight purple hue to counteract brassy/orange hues creeping back. 

M A K E U P 

BAREMINERALS bareMinerals READY™ Bronzer in High Dive - $24

  This is my favorite summer bronzer.  It is very pigmented so it needs to be applied with a light hand but it will definitely leave you with the most amazing bronze glow. 

F A S H I O N 

Creekside A Cappella Hat - $16.99

   My fedora has seen many sunny days this summer.  It made any bad hair day (or third hair day) look good and gave me a carefree look to all my summer outfits. 

Now that summer is coming to an end, what were you're favorite products this season?

Thursday's Three: Back to School Series

This is most likely everyone's last or almost last Thursday before heading back to school.
Because of this I decided to add this Thursday's Three to my Back to School Series.  These are the top makeup, hair, and fashion must haves for school.

M A K E U P 

theBalm cosmetics NUDE 'tude Nude Eyeshadow Palette - $36

   If there is one makeup item a girl needs for life, let alone school, is a nude eyeshadow palette.  You can simple, adventurous, and smokey eye looks for any occasion.  And if you didn't already know theBalm is my favorite makeup brand, well it is, and so of course their palette would be my top pick.  (It also helps that it is drastically cheaper than Urban Decay's Naked palettes which are $50 bucks a pop.)

H A I R

Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum - $20 

  Hair was a hard category to narrow down to one product especially since everyone has different hair textures and issues, but after thinking about I was surprised this wasn't the first thing that popped in my head since it is so clearly obvious...SERUM! It is the magic of all hair products.  You can use it on wet or dry hair for added shine, smoothness, and frizz control.  Paul Mitchell's is the best of the best with 5+ beauty awards. 

F A S H I O N 

Charlotte Russe Sueded Cutout Ankle Boot - $40

Report Ayden Bootie - $69.95

   If I had to choose one shoe to wear the rest of my life it would be an ankle boot.  It may not look good with a prom dress or formal occasion but I'd find some way to make it work.  Ankle boots are year round friendly shoes.  The small heel gives femininity and edge while still being comfortable to walk around in all day (seriously I live in mine).  I usually try to only have one item per category for Thursday's Three, but come one, you have to have them in both colors for unlimited styling options. 

These are my top picks, what are yours?

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M A K E U P 

Urban Decay Ammo Palette - $34

   I got this palette on Hautelook a month ago and I am OBSESSED.  All of the color are so pigmented and super blendable.  I feel like it is the perfect summer palette because it has a mix of neutrals and other bright shadows.  My favorites are Last Call and Shattered. 

H A I R

Paul Mitchell Extra-Body Daily Boost Root Lifter - $26

   You would think since I have naturally curl hair I would also have natural volume.  Sadly this is not true.  Though I have lots of curls I also have very thin hair, so when I blow dry it straight it become extremely flat.  This product is heaven for any thin haired ladies and any ladies to be honest.  There is no sticky or greasy residue and it keeps my hair volumized for days.  

F A S H I O N 

Vintage Dooney & Burke 

   My Nana gave me one of her Dooney & Burke bags recently and it is my new favorite bag.  This one pictured isn't the exact one (mine is way cuter) but it's pretty close.  I love the structure, the classic colors, and basically everything about it. 

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H A I R
Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Nourishing Styling Treatment - $21.95
   I didn't like this at first, I thought it was too thick and left my hair heavy.  But when I used a pea-sized amount it worked fabulously.  It left my hair smooth, shiny, and smelling amazing!

F A S H I O N
Express Handkerchief Hem Maxi Dress - $29.99
   I got this dress in the End of the Season Sale and love it.  It is so breezy and elegant, the perfect combination for a wedding or special event, yet carefree enough to run around in for errands.

M A K E U P
Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick in 101 - $5.49
   I don't like matte formulation because they seem drying but this one is creamy enough to stay hydrated especially with some lip balm. This color is also the perfect pink for everyday.

Have a fantastic rest of the week!

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Didn't have a Thursday's Three last week, it was just one of those weeks.
But when during those weeks you can stay connected with me through my Instagram and Twitter!

F A S H I O N

Cotton On Bestie Sunnies in Tortoiseshell - $12.95

   In the summer I like to branch out with my sunglasses and a great way to do that is to buy a cheap pair so incase you hate them after two days or they get broken your bank statement doesn't sting too much. These ones are super cute and the bright tortoiseshell pattern is so fun! I have been wearing them non stop. 

B E A U T Y

Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub in Tropical Mango - $7.49

   I have fallen in love and so has my skin.  This scrub is so, well...scrubby.  It leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft and makes shaving a breeze.  I use this in the shower 2-3 times a week before shaving and also scrub some in my hands when they are feeling extra dry.  When my body and hands are dry after using it I slather on any lotion and it just seeps right in.  The tropical mango scent is heavenly, but if you are not a citrus fruit fan they have 4 other mouth water scents.  

H A I R

Ouidad Botanical Boost Moisture Infusing & Refreshing Spray - $8 - $51

   I have naturally curly hair and during the summer I put the hot tools down and find a way to deal with reality.  Since curly hair is naturally dry I don't wash it regularly, which makes my hair much less frizzy but also much more tangly and flat in the morning.  This spray is made especially for in between days to bring life back into slept on curls and also detangles.  And bonus, it smells amazing! It's a win win. 

What are your favorites this week?

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LAST Thursday in June, can you believe it? I can't!

F A S H I O N 

Zara Medium Height Sandal in Sea Green - $79.99 $59.99

   Just ordered these beauts in the Zara sale this weekend and I am in love.  The strap, the color, the suede.  Nothing gets better. 

M A K E U P 

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Rendezvous - $7.49

    Yes ladies, that is an orange lip stain.  I decided to be adventurous with my lips this week instead of gravitating to my usual pinks.  So soft and moisturizing and a lovely shade of orange.  Will be wearing this lots and lots....with no shame of course.

H A I R 

Large Flower Crown Headwrap - $20

   Finally got my hands on a flower crown and it was just as magical as I thought.  See me wearing it here, and as one commentator said, I looked as though I had been in "heaven's garden."  Must get this in the other available colors! 

Hope you are all have a fantastic week so far!

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F A S H I O N 

Express Crackle Coated Ponte Knit Skater Dress - $59.50 $29.99 $17.99

   The End of the Season Sale is going on at Express right now! I picked up this dress and absolutely love it and for that price, this pick was a no brainer.  Additional 40% off sale items and more, hurry down to the mall so you can find some great finds too!

H A I R 

Amika Obliphica Nourishing Mask - $12 (60ml) $40 (500 ml)

    Received a sample of this in my Birchbox this month and loved it! I will have a better review and rating in this month's "Inside My Beauty Boxes" post coming soon!

M A K E U P  

bareMinerals Mineral Veil - $20

   This finishing powder leaves your makeup looking satin smooth and keeps your foundation and concealer in place all day! 

What have you been loving this week?

Stay connected with me between posts on Instagram and Twitter! 

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F A S H I O N 

La Mer Watch with Simple Wrap in Pink - $39.99

    I have a similar neon watch and favorite time of the year to pull it out is in summer.  Neon pops add instant wow to any outfit. 

H A I R 

Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Repair Masque - $25.45

    During the summer, I try to avoid heat products as much as possible to give my hair a break.  I've heard nothing but great things from this repair masque and I'm excited to try it soon.  It will help repair my hair from the usual torture I put it through and also keep it hydrated from constant swimming and sun exposure.  (P.S. this is a pretty price it product so shop around to find the best deal.  Soap.com seems to have the best!)

M A K E U P 

Wet n Wild Color Icon Collection Eyeshadow in Comfort Zone - $4.99 

    This palette has rave reviews and I finally got my hands on it! It has the perfect combos for neutral, smoky, and color eyes.  The colors are super pigmented and apply nicely.  With a price like that you can't afford NOT to buy this. 

Hope you all are having a great week!

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F A S H I O N
American Eagle Photo Graphic Tank in White - $24.95 (40% off limited time)
   I have this tank for a week and have already worn in three times.  I think that speaks for itself.

H A I R
Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment - $6.50 - $75 (depending on size)
   Perfect to reduce frizz when blowdrying and add shine for finished style. It is the hair elixir of the heaven.

M A K E U P
Covergirl LashBlash Clump Crusher Mascara - $6.29
   The small rubber bristles allow for flawless separation, while the curved brush adds mega curl.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful week!

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F A S H I O N 

Sam & Libby Karina 3 Strap Sandal with Toe Loop in Natural Snake/Coral - $24.99

   Flip flops are essential for summer so don't settle for $5 rubber ones.  Head down to Target and pick up a pair from the new Sam & Libby line, they have so many to choose from!

H A I R

DevaCurl No-Poo, One Condition, and Light Defining Gel - about $19 each

   I received samples of each of these in my Birchbox this month and my life long journey of finding a curl system for my hair has now ended.  No more frizz, no more uneven curls, and no more dry hair.  

M A K E U P 

Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeshadow Crayon - $3.99

   I just bought the blue one and am in love with it.  Super pigmented, creamy, and easy to blend, everything you want in a eyeshadow crayon/liner. 

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F A S H I O N 

Shutz Shoes in Inaya and Seth - $175, $185

  That chunky heel, those colors....I mean come on now. 

H A I R 

Fekkai Shea Butter Moisturizing Shampoo - $19.89

   You know the wonder shea butter does for your skin, just imagine what it does to your hair. 

M A K E U P

Sonia Kashuk Eye Shadow Quads in Fair and Square and Shimmering Sands - $13.69 each

   These are must have neutral palettes with just a little bit of sparkle.  Cause who doesn't love some sparkles?

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Happy May everyone!
I don't know I am so excited about May because usually I loath the summer months; I always long to be cuddled up in my boots, coats, and scarves!  But for the first time I can actually say I am so ready to pull out my shorts (which I already have several times here in sunny L.A.), floppy sun hats, and break out that tan lotion.
Who else is ready for summer?

F A S H I O N 

Zara Large Shopper - $35.90

H A I R 

Tangle Teezer - ￡10.20

B E A U T Y

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze - $6.99 

(my go-to shadow when in a rush)

Thursday's Three

1. Old Navy Linen Shorts - $25
       I have been in love with shorts this season. This rather peculiar, since I usually hide my legs as much as possible, but it's these linen shorts from Old Navy that have gotten me out of my shorts boycott. They are super light weight and a tad flowy, giving them extra comfort and a very flattering look.
2. Pantene Pro-V Ultimate 10 BB Creme - $5.29
       I'm sure you have all seen the commercials with Zooey Deschanel and her ridiculously perfect hair.  Well if she uses this hair BB creme I might as well give it a shot too. Have any of you tried this stuff yet, or do you think it is too good to be true?
3. Real Techniques Makeup Brushes - $5.99 - $19.99
       I am a major Samantha Chapman and Nic Chapman fan and after watching countless number of their makeup tutorials using Sam's Real Techniques brushes I just knew I needed them in my life.  They give the same high quality finish with the drugstore friendly price.  I love them so much I even got a set of them for my mom! If you are in the market for some new brushes, do yourself a favor and pick up a couple of these babies.

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I have officially gone oil crazy. Face, hair, body, you name it, I want it. 

They usually are a luxury product but when it comes to splurging, you hair and your skin should take some precedent since it's the one thing that you are stuck with.

1. Vintage High Waisted Cut Offs - $25-50

       Let's be honest, you've been flipping through magazines, scrolling through Instagram, and searching Pinterest and be secretly dying over some high waisted shorts.  No need to be shy about it, grab yourself a pair of these essential and versatile shorts and your summer outfits can be Pinterest worthy too. 

2. Ojon Rare Blend Oil Total Hair Therapy - $35

       Ojon is back again on this week's Thursday's Three and get ready to see more.  I have been dying to get my hands, well I guess hair, on this oil. It's 3 oil blend restores hair with amazing shine and smell. 

3. Caudilie Divine Oil - $49

       I received a sample of this glorious oil in this month's Birchbox and I was so excited about it.  I have been seeing many bloggers and YouTubers praising this oil for months and now I see why.  This dry oil leaves skin silky smooth and super hydrated. 

Any oils you've been drooling over recently?