These shoes will never come off my wish list just like they'll never be available in my size.
JANUARY PLAYLIST
January's playlist shows a huge variety of genres. From pop to tech house, my favorite songs this month got me switching my Pandora stations frequently! This month I have nonstop been listening to trap stars CAKED UP. Vine superstar Oscar Wylde and DJ Vegas Banger remix some of the most popular songs out right now, and they make them about 10x better. I highly recommend checking them out if you need some music to dance to (and some eye candy.)
+ Let Her Go (CAKED UP Remix) - Passenger
+ Donatella - Lady Gaga (duh.)
+ Hush (Catz N' Dogz Remix) - Thomas Schumacher
+ Sinister Strings - Pleasurekraft
+ My Favorite Mistake - Carlo Lio
+ This Is The End - Stefano Noferini
HOURGLASS AMBIENT LIGHTING | DIFFUSED LIGHT
1.30.2014
Yes, it really is worth the hype. I'm obsessed.
OFFICE IDEAS
1.29.2014
I'm in the process of updating my work/desk area (still waiting on the actual desk from IKEA), so I've been searching for inspiration everywhere. I visited one of my favorite sites Houzz and buried myself in decor heaven. I'll share my completed work station when it's complete, but until then here are a few of my favorite spaces...
*All photos taken from Houzz.com. Photos are linked to the original architect/designer's page.
LPD NEW YORK
1.27.2014
I was finally able to get my hands on an LPD New York jersey style tee! Sizes quickly come and go, so it was difficult to finally catch one. I had originally been on the hunt for the Wang tee, but when I came across the McQueen tee on the Revolve Clothing website, there was no competition. I had to have it. I sized up on the men's tee for a relaxed look. I'd pair it with a pair of leather joggers, or fold up the bottom hem to make a crop and pair with a midi skirt.
Shop LPD New York on Revolve Clothing or Net-A-Porter.
DOGGY DECOR
1.24.2014
I love decorating my dog's eating area for holidays. Simply because I'm bored, crazy, and there is never "too much decorating." Ever. I went all out this Christmas, I put up an old mini Christmas tree that was sitting in the garage on my grandfather's vintage cow and a peppermint food bowl. For Valentines Day, I picked up this festive red bone shaped floor mat from Target for $5. I kept the peppermint food bowl until I can go look for the perfect one.
Target always has a few holiday decorative items for pets, but never enough for me. Target acknowledges there are crazy pet people out there, but not my level super crazy pet people.
FAKE BLONDE
1.20.2014
Hi babies! Long time no talk. I've taken the past two weeks to give my blog a little (or big) revamp. I've changed our name!
I started Sun City Style in 2013 as an outlet to express my obsession with fashion, while also showcasing and supporting local style, boutiques, and entertainment. As the year went on, my audiences and niches expanded. I now have readers all over the world and I have ventured into decor and lifestyle along with fashion. I felt it was time to take my brand and make it relateable(ish) to everyone, and that is just what I did!
Now my blog is FAKE BLONDE. Funny, I know. There's a very long story behind it. In short, I was asked if I was a fake blonde. Yes, yes I am a fake blonde! It's playful and funny, and is definitely a change from the hardcore and serious fashion blogs. There is enough of that anyway.
Don't worry - nothing else is changing. If you already follow me on social media such as Twitter and Instagram, my username change updates for you automatically. If you don't follow me yet, take this time to go and do so! *wink wink*
FAKE BLONDE on Instagram
FAKE BLONDE on Twitter
MY SKIN CARE ROUTINE
1.03.2014
CLEANSING & MOISTURIZING
Clarisonic - This is the most important part of my skin care regime. If you don't have a Clarisonic yet, please RUN and get one. You will never have clean face like you get with this! I started using it about three years ago and it completely cleared up my acne. I still get the occasional hormonal breakout and some pimples, but nothing like it used to be. I owe it all to Clarisonic! I use the Deep Pore brush head, and it is a little too rough for me. If you have normal/sensitive skin try out the Normal brush head.
Philosophy Purity Made Simple - Another must-have for me. I will go and try a million different face cleansers and always come back to this one. It is fragrant free and doesn't leave your skin dry. Super gentle and removes the toughest eye makeup without burn or irritation. I use it with my Clarisonic to remove my makeup.
Thalgo Pure Velvet Cleansing Cream - I just received this for Christmas in a skin care gift set, and so far so good. Thalgo is gentle on my skin and smells amazing! I use this as my second cleansing after I remove my makeup with Purity Made Simple.
Thalgo Super Lift Tonic Lotion - This came in the skin care set as well, I'm not completely sold on toner but I will reach for it sometimes for an extra fresh feel.
MAC Studio Moisture Cream - My holy grail moisturizer. I always come back to it! I have fairly dry skin so I love a thick and creamy moisturizer and this is perfect! I use it day and night and it keeps my face moisturized for hours.
TREATMENTS AND MASKS
Thalgo Freshness Exfoliator - I also got this for Christmas, and I LOVE it. It is my go to exfoliator now. It doesn't dry or irritate your skin, and has an amazing minty cooling feeling on your face when you're working it in. I don't find it rough on my skin at all, so I use it every other day.
Philosophy Miracle Worker Retnoid Pads - I just purchased these pads this weekend in a set with the Dark Spot Corrector during the Dillard's New Years Day Sale (full price set here - still a great deal!). The pads are supposed to fight wrinkles, fade discoloration, and give clarity to the skin. Yes, please! When you first get it, you need to pour the liquid onto the pads. Kinda fun! It doesn't burn when you apply it to your face and it seems like it absorbs in immediately.
Philosophy Miracle Worker Dark Spot Corrector - I am desperate for this to work!!! I've heard nothing but great things and I am very hopeful. I have fair skin and very, very, very red acne scarring on my cheeks and nothing seems to help fade them. I've been using it every night after using the Retnoid Pads. It's a strange brownish bronze color, totally looks like you're putting self tanner on your face! Don't worry, it applies clear on the skin.
LIP CARE
Lush Mint Julip Lip Scrub - This all natural lip scrub from Lush is amazing! I constantly have dry lips and they get sooo flaky. This scrub always takes care of me! It's easy with no mess. You can even eat it, too!
Jack Black Lip Balm - Jack Black is a men's skin care line, but this lip balm is amazing! It's thick and minty, I love putting it on after exfoliating with the Lush scrub at night.
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment - This is my favorite everyday lip balm...ever! I'm on my third or fourth one now, it's the only lip balm I've completely finished. It's very soft (be careful) and moisturizing, it leaves your lips the softest they've ever been. Oh, and it has SPF 15! If you're a fan of quick on-the-go lip colors, check out the Fresh lip treatments in colors.
2014
Happy New Year, babies! I hope you all had a great time ringing in 2014, and I hope you all are just as excited for the new year as I am! I have a great feeling about it, and I'm ready.
2013 was a good year, I can't complain. It was a year of closures and changes (it was a Year 9 for me, for those who are into numerology!) and in 2014 I am ready for my new start! Mid 2013 I started up my blog, and that was my greatest accomplishment. It has been so much fun and I am glad I jumped in. I can't wait to stay with you all through the new year! So, now let's get into New Year's Resolutions.
1. Skin Care - This year I'm going to be more diligent with my skin care. I want to get into good habits while I'm still young, the best cure is prevention! I'm not too bad with my skin care right now, but I only cleanse my face once a day. This year I am going to cleanse morning and night and invest in some great products. Oh, and wear my sunscreen everyday!
2. Giving Back - I am going to find an animal rescue, preferably a Pomeranian rescue, to donate $10 and some supplies to every month. My little pom gets so much love, and all the other rescue Poms deserve the same.
3. Blog More - My blog is a big part of my life, and I would like to share more. This year I am going to blog at least 4 times a week. I am going to try for everyday, but I will say 4 just to be good! Not only do I want to blog more, I am going to network more. A big part of getting your blog out there is to network, and make sure people KNOW about it.
4. Social Media - Funny, I know. This year I am going to be more active on my social media sites. I can admit I haven't been very good with it this year. In 2014, I am going to update my Sun City Style twitter account more, and most importantly interact with you all a whole lot more!
5. Eat Healthy - Duh.
2014 is going to be a great year for us all! I wish you nothing but happiness, luck, and success this year. Be kind and be positive, have passion is everything you do! Here is to a great new year!
Oh, and what are your resolutions? I'd like to hear. Maybe even pick some of them up for myself!