Over the weekend, Joe and I went to visit our college town. Our weekend getaway was much needed, as my family is currently dealing with an ill family member. We were able to whisk away to our happy place, just a few hours away. We had been planning the trip for months as it has…
Archives for October 2014
Transitional Fall Outfit
I was hoping for some true fall weather this past weekend but alas, it still feels like summer outside. Although I have a weekend getaway (this upcoming weekend) and am hopeful for sun, I was hoping for some breezes this past weekend. Joe and I went to the Winchester Mystery House in Northern California. It…
Revlon Ultra HD Lipsticks Review
(L to R: Petunia, Iris, Primrose) Hello Friends! I was thrilled to see the new Revlon Ultra HD Lipsticks available at my local CVS and immediately knew I had to pick a few up. At my CVS, they cost $10.49, which is a steep price for the drugstore. However, they were on sale: buy one, get…
The Power of Perfume & Favorite Fall Scent 2014
Scents seem to be one of the biggest triggers of memories for me. I associate eucalyptus with my grandpa’s house and playing in the trees as a young child. Freshly baked chocolate chips cookies remind me of winter afternoons in the kitchen with my mother. When I smell a particular fragrance, I am instantly transported…
Mascaras of the Moment
It is slightly embarrassing how many open tubes of mascara I have in my drawer at the moment. Whenever I buy a new mascara, I vow to leave it untouched until I have used up some of my current stash. However, I have a tendency to break that promise to myself soon after. The real…
Belated September Birchbox 2014
Oops. My first thought when I realized I completely forgot to photograph and write about my September Birchbox. This box is far too pretty to skip and better late than never, right? The theme of this box is to transition from summer to fall. Unfortunately, California says that summer is here to stay until at…
Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation Review
Recently, I have been reaching for my Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation. This foundation is on the pricey end but it is well-worth the money, in my opinion. I came across this powder foundation over the summer. It is a full-coverage foundation that truly does give your skin an airbrushed appearance. I purchased this…