March Favorites 2013

            Lush Breath of Fresh Air Toner, Rosebud Strawberry Lip Balm, Clarisonic Plus, Nars Laguna Bronzer, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free, Clinique Moisturizing Lotion, DiorSkin Sculpt Concealer 

Lush Toner I have been using this toner for about a year and a half now and I am still loving it. I use it in the morning before I put on my moisturizer. Not only does it give me a fresh wakeup, but it damps and hydrates my skin allowing me to use less moisturizer. 

Rosebud Lip Balm Due to this harsh winter I have been experiencing, I will be the first to say that my lips are disgusting. This lip balm keeps my lips nice and soft. Also, the smell is incredible. A girl in my history class smelled it from my lips, which sounds so strange. 

Clarisonic Plus I am so in love with my new Clarisonic Plus. It is honestly such a great investment. My skin has gotten noticeably better, which is also due to my use of Proactive, a product I said I would never use. The Clarisonic Mia is a cheaper option. Olay also makes a more cost effective model. 

   

Nars Bronzer in Laguna March is not my favorite month. One of the reasons would be that I am incredibly pale this time of year. Just a touch of Laguna gives me just the right amount of color without looking like an orange cake face. 

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer When summer was over, I found that I couldn't go back to my old foundation and let go of my favorite tinted moisturizer.  It offers the perfect amount of coverage without being as aggressive as a foundation. Also it keeps my dry winter skin moisturized, a common theme among these products. 

Clinique Moisturizing Lotion This is such a cult favorite but that doesn't make it any less amazing. Perfectly hydrating and it also comes in gel form. 

Dior Concealer I adore this concealer so much. It is applied with a doe foot applicator. DiorSculpt has enough coverage for spot concealing and creamy enough for under eye. 

Accessorizing Fall and Winter

Turban: Anna Kula, Scarf: Juicy Couture (Faux Fur), Backpack: Chanel, Sunglasses: BCBGeneration, Beanies: River Island, Bag: Rebecca Minkoff, Backpack: H&M, Scarf: Barneys 

         Like many of you, I find accessorizing in the fall and winter seasons much easier than in the summertime. Especially in the warmer areas of the world, the last thing you want to do in the summer is add more layers to your body. Whether I am adding pieces to my outfit for warmth or merely aesthetic, accessorizing becomes somewhat of a second nature to me in the winter. My biggest pet peeve of the high school girls I am blessed to be surrounded by everyday (sense the sarcasm?) is the fact that a lot of them tend to over accessorize. This is why I have become somewhat of a phobic of the jewelry table at stores like Forever 21, Francesca's and H&M. Don't take this as me bashing these stores and other bargain retailers, but I feel like since the jewelry is at affordable friendly prices, people think they should buy everything (and wear it all at once!) It is highly unlikely that you will see me wearing any jewelry besides my few everyday bracelets. It is important to learn how to accessorize with out over doing it.  That being said these are some of my favorite accessories for fall.

Anything Oxblood/Wine/Burgundy: I adore anything this color! This color is so rich that it adds a necessary sense of depth to my usual all black uniform in the winter. Even though this color is so dark,  in a room full of people it really pops! This color also looks marvelous on a chunky knit. 

Fur: I am obsessed with this glam feeling I get whenever I incorporate fur into my outfits. I tend to keep my fur faux, but do whatever floats your boat this upcoming winter. I love fur scarves or accessories because for a lot of people (including my sixteen year old self) a floor length fur coat is a bit aggressive. Adding fur infinity scarves, hand warmers, or turban gives my outfits the perfect amount of glam. I also love my faux fur vest.  

Beanies: This is a big one this season! When I imagine my upcoming outfits this month, in 80% of them I am wearing a beanie. My mens Versace for H&M hat is one of my most coveted bargain scores. Although it is mens, it is my favorite beanie that I own. These neon River Island beanies are so fun! I am also on the hunt for hunter green and burgundy beanies. I would pair a burgundy or black beanie with this camo khaki Topshop jacket I have been lusting over. And when I am not wearing a beanie, I will most likely be wearing a super chic convertible turban. 

  

Wash Leather Rinse Repeat

Dress: Rag and Bone, Dress: Alexander Mcqueen, Shorts: Thakoon, Shorts: Theory, Skirts: Alice and Olivia, Jacket: Topshop, Vest: River Island 

       Leather has quite the rep if you ask me! When people think of leather apparel, they mostly think of Steven Tyler and the 90's. This image for you could either be good or bad, I happen to be quite fond of it. This season I am truly obsessed with leather. Jumping outside ones comfort zone and wearing leather garb can be quite a risk. The best way to integrate leather into your wardrobe is to slowly take small risks with subtle items. No one says you have to go to work tomorrow in your Britney red patten leather jumpsuit. Although I'm not gonna lie, that costume may or may not be my favorite Britney music video ensemble. There is a Kate Middleton way to go about wearing leather, not everything has to be extremely offensive Taylor Momsen. I am so excited to get out my leather pieces for this fall. Did I mention I'm wearing my free people leather skirt this weekend? Comment on how you like to rock leather. 

Falling into September

Jeans: J Brand, Seven 4 All Mankind. Sweaters: Wildfox. Boots: Steve Madden. T-shirt: Cheap Monday. Cardigan: Topshop. Shorts: River Island.

With September coming I am so excited for the clothes. My favorite seasons for clothes would have to be fall and spring. While this transitioning time between seasons can bring great opportunities for amaze outfits, it can also be quite awkward. Do I wear shorts? Do I put on pants? Will I be sweating in this cardi or will I be freezing without it? We have all been there.  My philosophy is keep your top and bottom opposites. If you wear shorts pair it with a light sweater, or if you love your new motor cycle boots, try it with a fall dress. While sometimes this can make for a confusing and awkward look, other times it can be the perfect early fall medley. My next purchase is definitely going to be one of these light wildfox sweaters. Perfect for fall and layering in the winter. 

Free People July 2012

Money is the anthem of success

             If you know me then you know how in love I am with Lana Del Rey. Everything about her is perfection (especially her mermaid hair.) I love this video partly because I am obsessed with Marilyn Monroe and completely fascinated by Jackie O. This is a really cool representation of the concept. I commend the costume designer because the outfits absolutely scream Jackie Kennedy. Its funny how Lana portrays both an excellent Marilyn and a pretty good Jacqueline. The last minute of the video almost had me in tears. I can not get enough of this video.

            

And The Best Call Me Maybe Video Goes to...

Yes that is Rebecca Minkoff, The Man Repeller, and Hilary Rhoda. How can you not love this?