Who else can do black like this?
NET-A-PORTER DREAMING
12.30.2013
Shop up to 70% off or sit down with a cup of coffee, scroll, and have a good cry with me.
BUMBLE AND BUMBLE
12.29.2013
Bumble and bumble Mending Masque /Bumble and Bumble Straight Blow Dry
/Bumble and Bumble Tonic Lotion
/Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil
/Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray
/Bumble and Bumble Tonic Lotion/Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil/Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray
Lately, I've been so into Bumble and bumble products. I was first introduced to them when I started going to a new salon who carries Bb exclusively...I was hooked right away.
I am on the long journey to going blonde (almost there!) and the Mending Masque is a holy grail. I notice the greatest difference immediately! I swear by it, and I WILL HAVE IT FOREVER!!!!! The Straight Blow Dry is also fabulous, get that salon blown out perfection at home. I use Tonic Lotion and Hairdresser's Invisible Oil right out of the shower, I find it is all I need. I've even left my macadamia oil and other leave-in conditioners for these two products. Now for my favorite, the Surf Spray. This is perfect for the messy be achy wave look. A lot of products promise that, but this one really does it. It leaves your hair with a salty piece-y authentic right out of the ocean look. Mermaid hair. Literally.
I have a hair tutorial lined up this week using the Surf Spray, be sure to check back!
ONE STEP LASHES + LINER
12.13.2013
One of my favorite YouTube gurus Wayne Goss (gossmakeupartist) just uploaded a short video on how to apply eyeliner while curling your lashes. I thought it was brilliant, why didn't anyone think of it sooner?!
I don't wear eyeliner on my top lid because my eye shape simply doesn't allow it, so I would add the eyeliner on the bottom for an easy, less tearful tightline (don't forget to clean it off after!).
MUST READS
12.12.2013
Learnin' from the best.
It by Alexa Chung— This is such a fun and light read, so its impossible to put down! The perfect book to read over morning coffee.
If You Have To Cry, Go Outside: And Other Things Your Mother Never Told You by Kelly Cutrone— A must-have for everyone. Queen Bitch Kelly Cutrone tells you like it is and gives you the most crucial career advice your mother never told you.
Man Repeller by Leandra Medine— Still getting through this one. Leandra's fun and hilarious personality captures you in right away, so of course it is a great book. It's a given. Parts will leave you in a state of panic, all I need to say about that is brand new white suede Manolo Blahnik pumps + dog poop...
THE GHOST CHAIR
12.04.2013
I have been dying for a ghost chair for years now. When I came across an affordable version on Amazon with no negative reviews about shipping damage (?), of course I had to jump on it. The original Louis Ghost runs $410 and has 8 colors to choose from. I opted for the more afforable version in case I decided I didn't like it. I picked mine up from DesignerSeating
on Amazon for $115.It doesn't matter what style you like, the ghost chair is sure to fit in...because, well, it's clear.
Photos: (4)Alvhem
Snow(ish) Day + Weekend Roundup
11.24.2013
— Today felt like the first day of actual winter, like, it was ACTUALLY cold. We also got half an inch of snow (yes.) but we will take what we can get. Sometimes here in Texas, it doesn't even snow half an inch in two years! It's not much, but the mountains looks amazing. I wish I could have caught a photo yesterday. The first photo is meant to trick you. I don't think we got enough snow to build a snowman...
— I've been having trouble with my blog email account, most frustrating thing in the world. This weekend has been so stressful because of it. Hopefully it is up and running and I can get back to work this week. It better.
— The Starbucks holiday drinks are officially out and I don't think I've ever been so excited about it than I have been this year. The caramel brulee latte is my favorite. I can't ever get my hands on an eggnog latte because they are always out of eggnog (?????????) You would think there is a worldwide shortage. I plan on making my own, more on that soon!
— Sprouts is my new favorite store.
— I posted a Kurt Geiger bag here on my wishlist posts, and when I went back to purchase it was no longer on sale. Ugh! I accepted that I lost out and was going to wait for it to possible go back on sale. Well, on my routine 1 a.m. Poshmark scrolls, I came across a bag identical to it. The Kurt Geiger back is flat, almost clutch-like. The bargain bag is a big wider on the bottom like an actual handbag. Much more practical for my lifestyle. However, it is suede. It worries me a bit, but I am looking into some suede protector spray. Not like it is essential in a dry place like here, but whatever.
— This week and weekend, I found myself on the Bloglovin' Popular Home Decor blog post section. My interest and obsession with interior decor has me wasting my day here. It's not wasted if I love it though, right? Endless inspiration.
— I'm about to do a small desk makeover. Since I have such a small space in my room to do some work, I need to make it glam. I'm expecting one more piece and need to do some painting, and I will have the transformation up.
This week I have so many posts coming up, I need to catch up. A lot of decor and beauty coming your way!
