5.20.2015






Wearing //
Express moto jacket and cami
Zara pumps, similar
Gorjana necklace, I own this one too
Elizabeth Stone ring
Beauty //
Essie nails in Bump up the Pumps


I'm definitely more of a neutral girl, and this just doesn't pertain to my choice of clothing. I like to be neutral in life as well. I'm Switzerland. I often struggle with choosing sides, I only like to engage in healthy conflict resolution, and I don't have any room in my brain for unreasonable people. Lately, I find myself needing a break from the chaos of my job, and a vacation! Hawaii, Tahiti, even driving down the I-10 to Palm Springs is sounding wonderful these days! I'm envious of the kids I work with who are preparing for Summer break. Too bad I don't get one of those anymore. I'm sure we all feel this way at certain times though. Some get the itch around the dead of Winter, I get the itch to travel right before Summer hits. 

5.14.2015



We all have beauty products that we buy over and over again. Tried, tested, and true, some things just become staples in our beauty arsenals. They just work! But sometimes, you decide to go outside the norm and see what else is out on the market.

These are mine. I'm still playing around with them so this isn't necessarily a review of each product, just a peek into what I'm using and or doing lately as part of my routine.


Quite a name isn't it? I think it's pretty cheesy, but I'm also hoping this nightly brow boost helps because my brows are too thin for my liking and I need help growing them. Listen up you 13- year olds out there...don't over-tweeze! You will regret it when you're older. That's exactly what I did, and I'm still paying the price. I just bought this last week so I'll let you know what comes of it. 





Stubby lashes have been my foe since I was a teen, and mascara is one of my most beloved products to help me look awake. It's amazing what lashes do for the face! I picked this one up on a whim, and it's well...just okay. The wand is a bit curved to reach into the lashline, but the volume and length isn't very noticeable on me. I'm using it during the week for work, but it's not one I'll repurchase. This is one area where I just need to stick with my tried and true! (Benefit and CoverGirl lashblast).




I don't typically treat myself to a fancy shower gel. I love the many options that drugstores carry, and I don't find it necessary to pay for an expensive one. So I don't exactly know what possessed me to order this, aside from the fact that I love the brand but I am so happy I did. The fragrance is soft and very clean. Even Nate likes it, and he's very picky about scents. 





I have some bronzers (such as the one pictured above) that have a sheen or subtle sparkle so instead of using them all over my face, I have been using them as blush. I find that they are too unnatural as all-over face powder, but swept lightly on the cheeks, they provide a gorgeous golden glow. 





Speaking of a glow, I got a facial last week that I absolutely loved. I've only experienced a facial a handful of times in my life, but this one was particularly needed as my skin has been so dry. I had rough patches near my nose and eyes, probably from allergies and constant sweeping away of tears. Have your allergies been bad this season? I was contemplating getting eyelash extensions, but I don't think I can with watery, itchy eyes! Anyway, the facial was the perfect pick-me-up and my skin today is soft, moisturized, and more even. 

This picture from my best friend's birthday was filtered using color, but my skin definitely looks much better than it did a few weeks ago. I think a facial every three months is my new remedy to combat dryness. 



Thank you for reading!

5.12.2015





Wearing //
Vince Camuto pumps
Express earrings
Various delicate rings, similar here 
Beauty //
Essie nails in "Bump up the Pumps"





After turning 30 last year, I realized that I enjoy celebrating other friends' birthdays much more. There is less pressure to be "on", and I can just sit back and shower others with attention. Sort of the way I felt about my wedding, or being in a wedding. I'm not someone who does well with several eyes on me, which is ironic considering I have a blog on the internet for the whole world to see. Thank goodness this is a small blog, otherwise I'd probably close up shop. Anyway, back to turning 30. It was my best friend's 30th on Saturday, and I had the best time in San Diego with her close family and friends. I chose this ultra feminine dress to wear that night because I wanted to feel comfortable yet still polished. I can't even tell you how many times someone commented that I looked like a "cute, 1950's housewife". I took it as a compliment although it was a strange thing to hear. Does that imply I look like a stepford wife? I'm still trying to figure it out, but either way, I'm going to wear the heck out of this dress!