Make Up Bag Essentials

July 20, 2015

Good morning, fashionable friends!

As previously mentioned, I am obsessed with French women and their seemingly effortless glamour. Because of my love affair with the world of French elegance, my makeup routine has become a bit minimalist. I am focused more on diligent skincare and healthy living habits than I am on camouflaging my imperfections. That doesn’t mean that I don’t occasionally glam it up with some serious blush and eyeliner, but I keep things pretty simple on a day to day basis.

In addition to the awesome products that I use, I have a great make up bag that actually fits EVERYTHING. If you are looking for an adorable, functional makeup bag that is easy to throw in your purse when you are on the go, check out the canvas bags from Sugarboo Designs. The one listed below was given to me as a gift from my boyfriend’s mother and I simply adore it.

Post any questions you might have about my skincare and makeup routines below.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

The Good Girl Who Went Broke

1. Sugarboo Designs Canvas Bag with Audrey Hepburn Quote ($16)

2. Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15 ($48)

3. Fringe Benefits Mascara ($17.50)

4. NYX Natural Eye Shadow Pallette ($7.50)

5. NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder ($6.00)

6. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer ($29)

7. Benefit Cosmetics High Brow ($22)

8. Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain ($30)

9. Jouer Cosmetics Highlighter ($22)

10. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($26)

11. Beauty Blender Sponge ($20)

12. Sephora Collection Classic Setting Powder Brush ($11)

13. MAC Cosmetics Blender Brush 217 ($24)

14. Claudalie Beauty Elixer ($18)

15. Bobbi Brown Ink Liner ($29)

A Flowery Affair

May 7, 2015

Hello, again, fashionable friends!

Let’s get back into the blogging grind with some flowery fun…

Flowers have been on trend since, well, the first woman came into existence. Can’t you just imagine Eve with a garland of daises atop her perfectly placed tresses? Even now Princess Kate Middleton gracefully exits the hospital adorned in spring-inspired florals.

Although the floral trend is time tested and celebrity approved, there are some rules to donning herbaceous threads.

Rule #1 – Don’t overdo it.

Remember the pregnant Kim Kardashian and her rose garden disaster? Although I love the shape of the dress, she looks like a floating head in a sea of poorly placed rosettes. Instead, let’s look for something with a flattering shape and appropriately placed blooms (i.e. Eva Mendes).

Rule #2 – Florals aren’t just for the fancy.

Florals can be a great go-to for a feminine take on running errands. Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Mendes, Reese Witherspoon, and Jessica Alba use flowery frocks all the time to update an otherwise basic look. Here are a few fun examples:

http://www.elle.com/fashion/celebrity-style/news/g7495/alexa-chung-style/?slide=7

Photo: Getty Images

http://fashiongum.com/womens-fashion/2015-fashion-trend-floral-pants-for-women/

Photo: Fashion Gum

Photo: Stoianov/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES

Rule #3 – Keep the floral pasties UNDER a fabulous top.

The Transitional Wardrobe

August 11, 2014

Good morning, fashionable friends!

Summer is slowly coming to a close as we prepare for new school schedules and cooler temperatures. So, even if it isn’t time to put away those shorts and pull out the parkas, it is nearly time for the implementation of the transitional wardrobe.

Transitional wardrobes are a girl’s best friend. Transitional wardrobes are a blend of pieces from warmer weather clothing and cooler weather clothing. With layers, you can be prepared for the first bits of cooler weather while still maintaining an appropriate style for the hotter moments of the day that are yet to let our sweaty selves be.

Although everyone is familiar with layering, Miranda Kerr is the queen of modern transitional dress. She has mastered color pallets, fabrics, and flirty styles while managing to remain appropriate for any woman to imitate on a daily basis. Here are just a few of her transitional wardrobe styles

In any one of these photos, a layer or two could be removed to make the outfits more warm weather friendly. Also, the end of summer time also means a rush to wear all of those nautical inspired items that we bought for summer (i.e. blue and white striped sweater, etc.).

The other thing that makes Miranda Kerr’s wardrobe so functional is that her statement pieces (i.e. cropped leather jacket, utility jacket, booties, neutral totes, etc.) are timeless and appropriate for all seasons. Summer may not yet be over, but it’s time to start preparing for some stylish layers.

Pin-strocity: Blueberry Kale Smoothie

February 28, 2014

My Day 6 Pinterest Review

I decided to give the Blueberry Kale Smoothie a go. In my opinion, this perfectly sweet-ish and healthy smoothie may become an ongoing breakfast option. I absolutely loved this recipe and my kiddo gulped it down quicker than you could say “chocolate milk”. Thank you Pinterest pinners for this awesome recipe!

Pin-spiration: Blueberry Kale Smoothie

Pin-spiration: Nautical Nancy

September 4, 2013

I see this Pin all over the place, but I know that it can sometimes be difficult to find the perfect nautical pieces for a decent price point.

Today’s pin-spiration look can be achieved all for less than $150. All of the pieces are evergreen pieces too which means that they can be mixed, matched and worn forever without fear of them losing their stylish elements.

Happy shopping, fashionable friends!

Pin-spiration Pic: Nautical Nancy

Look Alike Pieces:

Classic Nautical Tee ($18)

Asos Linen Midi Skirt ($24)

Faux Frames ($10)

Classic Brown Belt ($15)

Nordstrom Classic Fedora ($50)

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