Category: Monthly Favorites

September Favorites

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Brush Cup
–I found this for $5 at Marhsalls and it just had to come with me.
–I still love my brush tower, seen here, but this was just something different to have on my vanity for now.

Scout Makeup Bag
–I got this for my birthday and I LOVE IT. It’s big enough to hold all of my makeup when I travel and that’s quite a statement as I usually have to pack 2 bags. It’s even big enough for Jaclyn Hill palette that’s huge.
–It’s got several pockets for storage and organization too.

Japonesque Brushes
–I found these on SUPER sale at Ulta so I bought a few. I need another brush like I need a hole in the head, but I just can’t help myself.
–The High Density Foundation brush makes blending out foundation a dream. I like it better than my F80!
–I’ve been using the Multitasker brush from this set for blush. You can use it for foundation, concealer, powder, anything, but I like a lot of blush and this is the perfect shape for packing it on in the right place.

Nail Swatch Sticks
–I have rather large nail polish collection, close to 200 polishes! Oops. I usually have it on a nail rack on the wall so I can see it all and easily pick a color. However, there’s no where in my current room for my big wall rack so I’m having to store it differently and I needed a better way to organize it so I can see what I have.
–I found this swatch sticks on Amazon and went to town. I’ve done my Essie, China Glaze, Glisten & Glow, and some miscellaneous polishes. My OPI collection is the biggest and what’s left to swatch.

Maybelline Total Temptation Mascara
–There’s a full review here so I’m not going to go on about it, but it’s the one I’ve been reaching for the most this month.

Blue Light filtering Glasses
–If you work at computer all day, do yourself a favor and get these glasses. Your eyes will thank you!
–The brightness of screens, computer, tv, iPad, etc. were giving me a headache and making my eyes really tired.
–I have 2 screens and sit at a computer all day and these glasses have made a huge difference. Best $20ish I’ve spent in a long time.

Physicians Formula Eye Booster Liquid Liner
–This is the best liquid liner I’ve ever tried.
–More coming soon!

images are from Instagram and are not my own

July Favorites

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—Barrington St. Anne Tote from Zia Boutique—
I got this tote for my birthday and I LOVE it. I’ve been wanting one for a while, but couldn’t decide exactly which one and I couldn’t justify the splurge. My friend, Zelle, owns Zia Boutique and carries this line. She ran a special deal on them right before my birthday so the timing was perfect. I highly recommend checking out Barrington totes and contacting Zia. They can get you any bag and combination that you want!

–Swell Pink Topaz 16-Ounce Insulated Traveler Bottle–
I got this during the Nordstrom sale and it is the perfect size. I have 2 bigger size bottles, but I wanted one I could toss in my purse or work bag that wouldn’t take up so much space. I’ve been trying to drink more water and I like my water REALLY cold and this keeps it cold for so long. This color is sold out, but I linked the same bottle in a different color.

–YSL Rouge Volupte Shine #44–
Each year for my birthday, I treat myself to a high end lipstick and this is the shade I chose to mark my 27th year. I don’t usually love nude lipsticks, but this one is so pretty. It’s very shiny and sheer. It gives just enough color, but isn’t too much or drying at all. I’ve been using almost every day. If you’re looking for a great, staple nude and wanting to treat yourself, you can’t go wrong with this one.

–Neutrogena Deep Clean Purifying Cooling Gel Scrub–
I use a gentle exfoliator daily and it really helps keep my skin clear and clean. I love Neutrogena products and when I ran out of my Hydro Boost Scrub, I picked this one up to try. It leaves my skin feeling so clean and smooth without feeling stripped or dry. I also love the cooling effect.

—Too Faced Hangover Rx Setting Spray—
I wanted to try this as soon as it came out, but didn’t want to spend $32 on the full size in case I didn’t like it. I recently discovered they had a mini version so I grabbed it. It has the same coconut scent as the primer and it is so refreshing. I really like this and it helps my makeup settle and set. I got the primer and spray set during the Nordstrom sale for such a deal.

—Catrice Prime & Fine Smoothing Refiner—
I did a full review on this last week, you can view here, so I’m not going to go into much detail. Just know that it’s the best pore filling primer on the planet and it’s uber cheap. I can’t say enough good things about it.

—beautyblender—
This dang sponge. Y’all, I haven’t bought a beautyblender in years because I hate paying $20 for a freaking sponge. I’ve found several other beauty sponges that work just as well and are a fraction of the cost. My coworker brought me hers to see if I could get it really clean and I forgot how soft they were. I came home and ordered one and now I’m backto being hooked. UGH. Thank goodness there was a deal during the Nordstrom Sale and I was able to get a few more for less than the normal price. It’s a product I love to hate and hate to love.

–Apple Watch (Series 1) 42 mm–
I treated myself to an Apple watch for Christmas. I got the Series 1 38 mm and I loved it. I’ve gotten very attached and reliant on my Apple Watch. My coworker also got one and got the bigger size and I regretted getting the smaller one. My BFF told me she wanted to get one so I told her to get the bigger one, I’d pay the difference, and we’d switch. I love the bigger screen so much more.

—NYX Moody + Buxom Dolly—
I’ve been loving this lip combo this month. I’ve been on the liquid lipstick train for a while, but recently I’ve been loving glossy, shiny lips. These 2 pair so well together and give you the perfect, neutral lip.

—Kendra Scott Megan Ring—
I love that Kendra Scott gives you half off an item (in store) during your birthday month. I went in to get a pair of stud earrings, but this gem caught my eye as soon as I walked in the store and I had to have it. I LOVE turquoise and this is such a statement piece.

—Sharpie Ultra Fine Point Markers—
I will never not get excited about school supplies. I love colored pens, markers, notebooks, and the like. Office Depot had this set of 24 Sharpies for $10. I had to have it and I regret nothing.

We got to see my people so many times this month which I loved! Are they not just the cutest family?! I love how in love Will & Kate are and how they look at each other. You can look at them and just tell they love each which warms my stone cold heart. The whole world is looking at them and they’re only looking at each other. It’s precious.

My favorite verse and Instagram for the month.

June Favorites

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Charlotte Tilbury Marie Antoinette + Essence All I Need
I don’t wear eye shadow very often, but once I saw Jade share this Charlotte Tilbury cream shadow, I had to have it. I am in love with the shade! Since it’s a pretty penny, I want to be sure and use it and get my moneys worth. You could wear it alone, but I always put a powder shadow over a cream. $35 cream with a $2 powder, it’s called balance, friends.

Chanel Rouge Allure 91 Seduisante Lipstick
I went to NYC the last weekend in May for my BFFs wedding. I decided to pick this up at the airport to commemorate my trip. I love the idea of a memory being tied to a certain lipstick. For the past few years, I’ve bought myself a high end/luxury lipstick for my birthday. Each time I reach for that shade, I remember my birthday and different events from that year. Now, every time I reach for this GORGEOUS Chanel shade, I’ll remember my best friend’s wedding.

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Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter
I got a sample of this at Target and fell in love with the scent. I don’t like the feeling of lotion because so many are so greasy and just sit on my skin rather than sink in. Fortunately, this one doesn’t do that. It absorbs quickly, hydrates, doesn’t leave a greasy feeling, and it smells so. dang. good.

Soap & Glory Scrub of Your Life
I got this in my Target Beauty Box in May and even though I haven’t used it up yet, I already bought a back up. There was a gift set on sale that came with the scrub and the body butter and I couldn’t resist.

LOreal Elvive Color Vibrancy Repair & Protect Balm + Neutrogena Clarifying Shampoo
I only wash my hair once a week, usually on Sunday. I don’t use dry shampoo till about Thursday and if I have weekend plans, I will wash it on Friday or Saturday. I always get asked how I only wash my hair once a week. I’m very lucky and my hair just doesn’t get oily easily. The other trick is the aforementioned combo. I use this conditioning mask and leave it on about 20 minutes. I rinse it out and then use the Neutrogena shampoo. The mask/balm hydrates my hair and makes it soft and shiny and the Neutrogena gets any residue left behind from the mask and other hair products. Another bonus, they’re both at the drugstore and super affordable.

May Favorites

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Free People Sunnies
These are dupe for a pair of Gucci sunnies that are $400 and these are $20. Jade shared them on her instastories and Windsor was kind enough to buy them for me for Mother’s Day.

Royal Wedding
Y’all know Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge is my BFF and I am huge fan of the Royal Family. Naturally, I was STOKED about Harry & Meghan’s wedding. I was up and ready at 4:30 with my fascinator and tiara on to watch. I didn’t love nor hate her dress, I liked it, but I prefer Kate’s. I did LOVE her second dress though. She and Harry looked so in love and so happy all day. DON’T EVER LET ANYONE TELL YOU YOU CAN’T BE A PRINCESS. MEGHAN MARKLE IS PROOF THAT YOU CAN!

Ofra Highlighter in Pillow Talk
This highlighter is SO gorgeous and it’s buildable. If you apply it with a fluffy brush and a light hand, you get a little glow, but you can also build it up to be blinding. It’s pink toned and great for my fair skin.

Anastasia BH Liquid Lipstick in Party Pink
I snagged this at TJ Maxx for $8 and it’s my new go to pink. It’s SO bright, long lasting, and comfortable. I will be wearing it all summer.

Kate Spade Phone Cover
I got this on HauteLook for $20. Kate Spade just speaks to me and glitter is my favorite color so I had to have it. I have the iPhone 7 Plus in case you care.

Kate Spade Leopard Slip On Sneakers
Again, Kate Spade designs for me. I love almost everything she does and this shoe was just speaking to my soul on a spiritual level. Leopard print AND a bow?! Sign. Me. Up. I also got these on HauteLook for a FREAKING STEAL.

And, of course I have to share my favorite memes. These are screenshots from Instagram and not my own photos.

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If that ain’t my life

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Sadly, I am one of those people that is allergic to dogs. Thank god for allergy shots and medicine!

April Favorites

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Long time, no see! April was a crazy month and May is set to be just as busy. Poor planning led to very few posts this month. I was out of town and I moved, but I’m settled now and excited to get back to blogging.

My manis were sparse so no April Manis this month, but I did have some favorites that I wanted to share. IMG_9778

Betsey Johnson Lipstick Wallet
–I found this at TJ Maxx for $15 and I had to have it. I mean, how freaking cute?!

Jouer Essential High Coverage Creme Foundation
–I don’t love this as foundation, but I love using it for spot concealing because it is such full coverage. Full review coming soon!

Gold Bracelet
–One of my MC sisters posted that YoungLife was selling these bracelets to help kids go to camp. The bracelets has “God with us” embossed/stamped/written/whatever on it. I love the message and the subtle reminder that He is always with me.

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Pressed Powder
–I picked this up during the Ulta 21 Days of Beauty and I love it. My skin is really dry so it’s hard to find a setting powder that doesn’t make my skin look AWFUL. I use this with a domed powder brush in a pressing motion to lightly set my foundation.

Kylie Comestics Velvet Liquid Lipstick in Posie K
–There’s nothing about this lipstick that I don’t love. The formula is amazing as is the shade.
–I did a full review here.
–There are so many fake Kylie lip products out there so to ensure you get the real deal, be sure to buy from her site. You never know what ingredients are in these counterfeit products so be careful!

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara
–I’ve had this in my drawer for a while and I totally forgot how good it was. I’ve been reaching for it so much this month.

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I went to Asheville this month for my cousin’s bachelorette and my sis & I did a little exploring in the vintage shops downtown. She saw this bag and I immediately thought of my idol, Sophia Petrillo from The Golden Girls and I had to get it. It’s so cute and I can’t wait to use it all summer.

Thanks for sticking around and I hope you’ll come back because I’m getting back to my 3 posts a week in May!

March Favorites

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  • elf Mouth Off Lipstick Remover
    • I only use makeup wipes for swatches or to take off my lipstick so I won’t stain my wash clothes so bad. However, I hate using a entire makeup wipe just for my lips. Enter, elf to solve the problem.
  • Sonia Kashuk Makeup Blender Sponge
    • I saw Casey Holmes using this and I had to try it. It’s marble which I love and it gave me an excuse to go to Target, as if I needed one.
    • I LOVE this sponge. It’s gets really big when it’s wet and I can blend my foundation out in no time.
  • Biolage Color Last Shampoo
    • I got some highlights & low lights earlier this month so I had to get a shampoo that was for color treated hair. My stylist recommended this and I LOVE it. It smells so good. I need Biolage to come out with a perfume that smells like this shampoo.
    • I don’t normally spring for expensive shampoo, but I paid for color and I want to keep it looking good for as long as possible. I only wash my hair once a week so I think I can make this last. Plus, I got 2 bottles on sale!
  • elf Massaging Facial Cleanser 
    • I think Clarisonics are great, but my skin is very sensitive and I just couldn’t find a brush head that was gentle, yet effective. The Forero is SO pricey so I didn’t exactly want to take the plunge on another expensive facial tool.
    • Again, enter elf. This is $20 and I LOVE IT. My face feels so clean and it’s gentle, but effective. It takes a small, flat battery so you don’t have to charge which is great because I always forgot to charge my Clarisonic.
  • MAC Girl About Town 
    • I don’t know how I didn’t have this color in my collection yet, but I’m glad it’s here now.
    • It’s such a fun, bright pink, but it’s not as blinding as Candy Yum Yum.
  • BH Cosmetics Studio Pro Concealer in White
    • The Tarte Shape Tape in Fair is the slightest bit dark for me so adding in this white mixer makes the shade a better match and helps brighten too.
    • You’re supposed to highlight with a concealer a shade lighter, but when you wear the lightest shade, there is no other option than white. I’m glad more companies are throwing us pale girls a bone.
  • Isaac Mizrahi Bridgehampton Hobo
    • I wanted a new bag for the spring, but I couldn’t find one in a store or online that I really liked. Thankfully, my parents love QVC and I came across this one.
    • I love the color and the style. It’s big enough to hold all of my stuff, but it’s not so big that I can cram it full of everything and the kitchen sink.
  • elf Blur Stick
    • The Milk Makeup Blur Stick is loved by so many but it did nothing for me. This one was only $8 so I decided to give it a whirl.
    • IT ACTUALLY WORKS. It blurs my pores and they’re huge so that’s a big statement.
  • Lancome Matte Shaker
    • I got 2 samples of this and I will definitely be buying a full size when I run out of the samples.
    • I have red and a bright pink and they are perfect to wear under lipsticks. It’s a stain so as my lipstick rubs off, there is still color there. When I say stain, I mean stain. They are hard AF to remove, but I’m not complaining.
  • Jennifer Garner’s Oscar Dress 
    • She looked bomb in this color and this dress by Atelier Versace was so refreshing. She was my best dressed of the night.

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  • Oka B Taylor Jelly Flats–I had a coupon for DSW so I ended up getting these for $4.98 + shipping. Cute, cheap, and pink?! That’s all I needed to hear. They look great with MAC Pink Nouveau too.
  • Wine glass that says “I want to be where the people aren’t”–this was a gift from my BFF and I’d say she gets me
  • Earrings from Zia Boutique–A friend of mine opened this boutique last September and she has some super cute things, like these earrings. I LOVE them and I want to wear them every day.
  • Ulta gets me

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MY LIFE. Legit never related to something so much

Obviously, all of these photos aren’t mine. I made the collage on Polyvore with images from various places. The memes and tweets are from Instagram. They are not mine. 

January Favorites

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  • Moon & Lola Newport Bracelet–I love that I can add, move around, remove, etc. charms so easily on this bracelet. All of the charms have a special meaning to me and I love wearing this each day. I can look down at it and be flooded with good memories.
  • Apple Watch–I treated myself to this at Christmas and I am so glad I did. I got the Series 1 and I don’t know how I lived life without it.
  • Leopard Band–I’ve never met a leopard print that I didn’t love and this watch band was love at first sight. I got it on Jane.com so I can’t link it, but check back there if you’re looking for different bands. They usually have a great selection and they’re always around $10 or less.

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  • Pottery Barn Tote Bag–This is actually a diaper bag, but obvi a tote is a tote. I LOVE this tote. I keep a smaller purse in it because it’s huge, that way I don’t have to lug this huge thing around. I can stuff everything in here, zip it up, and I’m out the door. I love the pockets on the inside to keep my stuff organized. Of course, I love the personalization. It’s such a great qualtiy, chic tote.
  • Dog Mom Hoodie–Another Christmas present that I love. It’s not a typical, sweatshirt style hoodie. It’s more like a t-shirt which is great for me since I’m so hot natured.
  • Moon & Lola Vineyard Ova Ring–This ring was on sale and I had a coupon code and that’s how this ring came to be mine. I can’t resist a good monogram. It’s the perfect finishing touch for any outfit and makes quite a statement.
  • Costco Robe–When I went to see my BFF in December, she took me to Costco for the first time. I purchased this robe for $15 and it is my new favorite thing. I wish it was socially acceptable to wear it out in public.
  • Lauren Akins x DIFF Ella Sunglasses–I’m OBSESSED with Thomas Rhett & Lauren Akins. They are my friends and I love them. When I saw she was coming out wiht her own design, I knew I needed to have them in my life. Santa came through and these are my new fav sunnies.

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