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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

July 29, 2025

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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

March 12, 2025

Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do

4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

March 1, 2025

You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to

Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

January 27, 2025

Because I know you want to shop (but not for touristy junk)... (more…)

5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

10.31.2013
Inspired By: Halloween Pumpkin

Fall always brings out the “hey guys, try these ‘awesome’ pumpkin product” beauty stories and, to be honest, it can get kind of nauseating. Just because it’s fall, doesn’t mean that EVERY pumpkin product in existence is the best thing EVER. So, after years of testing out all products pumpkin, i bring to you my favorite four pumpkin-based products. I promise you, these are all good and won’t make you want to throw out all your Halloween candy.

Philosophy Homemade Pumpkin Pie Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath

ARCONA Pumpkin Lotion 10%

Sexy Hair Pumpkin Whipped Souffle Styling Cream

Peter Lamas Exfoliating Pumpkin Facial Scrub

10.30.2013
Because Blake is Worth It

If anyone ever asks me which celeb I’d LOVE to look like, the answer is always, hands-down, Ms. Blake Lively. It’s not surprising that she was just announced as the newest brand ambassador the L’Oreal Paris, and I, for one, am pretttty excited to see her ads once they come out. Blake = perfection. Also, I love the fact that they made the announcement on the brand’s French Instagram account…tres original.

What do you guys think about Blake being the latest L’Oreal celeb?

10.30.2013
New Skincare products that I’m using and loving

1. Murad Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum: I’ve been using this serum on my chest area, an area that has a TON of sun spots (ugh), for a few weeks now and I totally see a difference. And, since I’m usually skeptical about lightening creams, this is big news.

2. Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream: Kiehl’s has done it once again; I’m into this new anti-aging moisturizer. It helps to correct the most visible signs of aging (e.g. eye wrinkles!) and also lifts, firms and sculpts face contours…what more can you ask of a daily moisturizer?

3. Dr. Jessica Wu Active Enzyme Micro-Polish Exfoliator: With my skin being so sensitive, I have to be careful about what kind of exfoliators I use…but when I found out that Dr. Wu came up with this version, I knew I was in capable hands. This innovative dual-action facial treatment exfoliates in two ways: finely ground Ivory Palm Seed physically scrubs and sweeps away dead skin cells, while the time-released encapsulated Enzyme Complex gently exfoliates, using Papaya and Pineapple Enzymes, to reveal glowing, healthier looking skin without irritation.

10.29.2013
Leopard & Black and White Stripes

image via LateAfternoonBlog.com

Mixing leopard print with black and white stripes is probably my favorite combination ever when it comes to fashion. It’s an unexpected pop that you wouldn’t think would look good, but it SO DOES. Here are a few of my favorite combos…

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10.29.2013
Tuesday Web Candy

Halloween is coming up and I’m obsessing over this recipe for homemade Twix bars – ABeautifulMess.com

Succulents are always adorable and I love this special fall version, using a pumpkin – LuxeHappens.com

Kristen came up with one of the best costumes of 2013, hands down – GlitterNGlue.com

October 25th was National Pitbull Awareness Day! My mom has rescued three pitbulls over the years and they really are loyal, wonderful dogs – TheCourtneyKerr.com

You might not wanna read this, but here’s a list of the best of worst Halloween candy, health-wise at least – BeautyHigh.com

Pro figure skater Ashley Wagner was announced as the newest face of COVERGIRL!!! I had the chance to skate with her last week and she is such a sweetheart – PeopleStyleWatch.com

10.28.2013
Halloween 2013 Villains Party

Wig, long cigarette holder, red gloves, faux fur wrap c/o Express, Black dress (old), Phoebe envelope clutch c/o Sole Society

When my friends decided to choose a “villains” theme for their 4th annual Halloween party, I was insanely excited. Mostly because, by coincidence, I was already planning to dress up as Cruella De Vil, famous puppy killer. And, of course, I knew that the lovely team at MAC Cosmetics would be able to help me out with Cruella’s famous eyebrows and face- nailed it.

It takes a village (full of makeup) to look like Cruella

A closeup of the makeup, pre-costume

10.25.2013
Weekend To-Do

Give yourself a fun Halloween manicure. I love this vampire version (image via BeautyHigh.com)

Go to your local farmer’s market and buy your favorite fresh veggies and fruit (image via SimpleBites.net)

Slouchy pants are my latest fashion obsession. Get yourself a pair and see how many ways you can style them (image via TheGlitterGuide.com)

If you’re hosting a Halloween party, try this super easy drink stirrer DIY. Seriously it’s all from the 99 cent store! (image via StyleWithinReach.net)

I always say that I’ll know I’ve made it “when” all of the hangers in my closet match. Get a head start this weekend with some baby steps (image via Pinterest.com)

Keep this in mind on Sunday night (image via Pinterest.com)

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