Top Trend Tuesday // Cuffed Jeans

Cuffed jeans are a really popular trend right now. As we transition from winter to spring, this is a great time to roll up the bottom of your jeans & take off those winter boots! Ankle boots are a great transition shoe right now. If you live in a warmer climate, sandals & heels work great too. 

I hope this gave you some good ideas on how to wear them with different types of shoes! 

Have a great Tuesday!

My Everyday Makeup Favorites

I have a confession… I have a serious addiction to Sephora. I have been an addict for about 3 years, and I have actually worked my way up to a VIB (Very Important Beauty Insider) status, so I can now receive some awesome deals & fun  perks! I haven't always been interested in makeup. In high school I usually wore very little makeup, and if I did, it was from the drug store, and I didn't even really know what to buy, or how to apply it. I have learned more about makeup since then, mostly because my younger sister is currently in cosmetology school. She knows literally everything about makeup, and so I am very lucky to get many of my tips & product suggestions from her!

The thing I love about Sephora isn't only the way they display their makeup in such a gorgeous way, but their customer service is incredible! I can't tell you how many times I've walked into their store completely overwhelmed and clueless, and their sales team are always so great by answering my 10,000 questions! If you can relate, I would definitely recommend shopping at Sephora for a little guidance! Ulta is also a great store. They actually have a larger selection, and more drugstore brands as well. It is kind of a personal preference. I used to think it was silly to buy makeup for such an expensive price, and I used to buy all of my makeup for much cheaper. What I quickly discovered after trying more expensive lines was the quality, and even more importantly, I found that I could get so much more wear out of the pricier products. I used to buy mascara by CoverGirl for $7 a tube and it would last a few weeks. Now I buy YSL or Marc Jacobs & it lasts 3-4 months! I do strongly believe that a lot of drugstore products are just as good, maybe if not better than some  designer lines, but it is definitely a trial and error process!

I decided to show you a list of my everyday beauty products. I know it looks like a lot, but i can actually get ready most days in 10-15 min! I have tweaked my daily routine so many times, but i think i have finally found a system that I like. I did a lot of research on makeup before I became a junkie. I found it helpful to read different bloggers opinions & discover their favorite products. It can be so overwhelming finding something you like, so its always great to start with a product that gets good reviews! I hope that you can benefit from my suggestions! 

Eos lip treatment
Target is amazing, right? I can never resist buying one of these great little lip balms at their check out areas! They smell amazing, and are so smooth. I usually keep one in my purse, and one by my bed. $2.99

Forever 21 polka dot makeup bag
I buy almost all of my makeup bags from Forever 21. This one is $6. Super cute, and even better, super cheap! Which is nice because we all know how dirty our makeup bags can get!

Too faced Eye Shadow
I have literally had this for over a year! It lasts so long, and it is a great everyday palate, but it can also be used for a smoky eye! $36

Tart BB Cream 
This may be my favorite product. I buy one of these tubes every 1-2 months. I use it every day, and it goes on so smooth and makes your skin look & feel great. I use the medium shade. $ 34

Lancome Foundation 
This is my big splurge item. I use this over the BB cream if I need more coverage. It really does a great job lasting all day! I only buy this 2-3 times a year because a little goes a long way! I use 320 bisque. $46

Tarte Bronzer
Again, this lasts so long! I have been using this for 5 months, and I haven't even seen the bottom of the container yet! The best part, I got it on sale for $6!!

Nars Blush
I love Nars products. I actually only buy this 2 times a year as well. I love the Super Orgasm shade. $30

Nars Highlighter 
My sister convinced me to splurge on this, and I am so glad that I did! Again, it lasts forever, and it makes your checks glow. Just add a little bit on your cheek bones for an instant face lift! $39

Yves Saint Laurent mascara
I adore YSL. I can't emphasize that enough. The entire brand is my favorite. I really like this mascara, it isn't clumpy at all, and leaves your lashes long and thick! $30

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Gloss 
Confession: Every time I wear this on my lips, I feel like I'm drinking a Sex on the Beach cocktail… it smells just like it! This gloss lasts so long, and looks amazing. I love shade #10. $30

Stila waterproof eyeliner
I usually use NYC liquid liner, but this stella liner is also amazing. I am known for "the cat eye" line, and liquid liner works great for a fun cat eye! $20

Nars Eye Primer 
I use a dot of this on each eye lid to keep my eye shadow from getting creases. $25

Kate Spade lipstick
My favorite part of this lip stick is the name, Supercalifragalipstick :) $24

Anastasia Eye Brow Gel
My eye brows have a mind of their own. I feel like I can never keep up on them! Anastasia is a line of makeup completely around your eye brows! This gel keeps them in place! $28 

Urban Decay Makeup Setting Spray 
This spray is a miracle worker! It literally keeps my makeup on all day! I love the de-slick spray. $28

Face brush
All of my brushes are usually from Sephora or from E.L.F. $1-12

Eyeliner
I have always used Loreal for my solid eye liner. It lasts all day with out smudging! $7

Well, I think thats about it! Like I said earlier, I hope you ladies benefitted from my makeup tips & suggestions. Do you have any products that you would recommend? I love hearing about new products! 

Have a wonderful weekend!

My Office Space Essentials

I recently started working from home, and I just finished my office space! I love it. I have a great vintage desk, a ton of art on the walls & amazing supplies. Here are some of my favorite work space essentials… 

Flowers
I always have flowers on my desk… sometimes they are fake, but it gives life to my work space instantly! I love white roses right now, so classy & gorgeous!

Candles
Candles are burning throughout my home, but I love having them on my desk. It makes me feel so cozy and calm.

Wall Art
Im a very visual person, so being inspired in my work space is really important for me. I love looking around and seeing photos on my wall. I love this one by Riffle.

2014 Secret Garden Calendar
I have this calendar in my room, but I have several Rifle calendars in my office area. They are so beautiful! I can't express enough my love for Rifle Paper Co.!! 

Kate Spade Sticky Note Set
Keeping sticky notes on my desk are important for all of my random lists and notes. I have these ones on my desk right now and they are awesome because there are so many different sizes!

Kate Spade Planner 
I bought this planner in August of 2013, and I was so excited to use it in 2014. It is a great size, and its so insanely adorable!

Gold Scissors
Gold, gold, gold. I am obsessed if you didn't already know. So obviously my scissors and other office supplies must be gold as well!

Stapler 
This stapler is on my wish list right now. I love it!

Washi Paper Masking Tape
I use washi tape like its my job. I love using it on just about anything, from cards, to inspiration boards… who doesn't love washi tape?!

Acrylic Tape Dispenser
I bought this recently, and it is even prettier in person. Who Would have thought I could be so in love with a tape dispenser?

GOLD + SILVER PENS 
I don't have these pens, but I do use my gold gel pen like nobody's business. It looks so pretty on paper!

Here is my office space!

The last photo was from this afternoon. Im getting inspired from my favorite magazine,  Domino. {P.S. those flowers are REAL! I adore the color!}

One more tip: look in the $1 section at Target, they usually have adorable office supplies. I get most of my pens and paper pads there. 

What are your favorite office supplies? I would love to hear all about them! :) 

Have a happy wednesday! 

How To: Dress Up a Casual Look

 Hello Lovely Ladies! Today I was inspired to write about something that I believe is important for every woman to be up to date on: dressing up when you feel like dressing casual. I currently have the luxury to dress casual on a day to day basis. Since I work from home, I could choose to wear my PJ's everyday, which I would LOVE to do, but I believe that it is important to dress in a way that makes you feel good, to wear clothes that help you mentally feel confident about how you look. As comfy as my PJ's are… I don't necessarily feel beautiful or confident when I wear them! I also don't want to walk around the house wearing high heels… so where's the happy medium? I'm sure that many of you who also work from home, or those of you who are stay at home Mom's can relate to my thoughts on day to day wardrobe options! I also want to inspire those of you who are allowed to wear casual looks to your work place, or those of you who are still in school and want to look cute, yet also feel comfortable. Here are some fun and easy ways to wear your favorite t-shirt's, jeans, and sweatshirts 

while looking chic at the same time! 

                1. Dress Up a Casual T-shirt or Blouse with a Great Necklace.

               This is an easy one, Ladies. It doesn't take long to throw on a little bit of glitz to        

                  glam up a basic every day shirt. "Bib" necklaces are a popular trend right now,

                     and I love wearing them with a graphic Tee. And as mentioned in my last post,

                  I also love Druzy stones. They are really cute way to add a splash of color to your 

            favorite white blouse or tank. 

2. Add a Watch & Some Simple Gold Jewelry.

This is my every day staple. I don't go anywhere without my favorite gold Michael Kors watch. 

Even when I run to the store in a white T-shirt, wearing a gold watch on 

my wrist adds just a little bit of glamour. 

Bonus: You won't need to dig in your purse to find your phone for the time!

 

3. Your Hair & Nails are an Accessory Too!

If you don't have time to curl or straighten your hair (like myself on most days!) Pull your hair up in a top knot, tease it a little bit & add a simple headband for instant glamour. Add sunglasses to every outfit, casual or not.. this is an instant way to look chic. 

 

4. Your Shoes Can be Comfortable AND Cute!

I love the look of rolled up jeans & some cute flats, a pair of white Converse sneakers, 

or espadrilles with a fun print. Easy & chic!

5. You Can be Cozy and Cute at the Same Time!

I have numerous sweatshirts with a fun graphic print. I am currently obsessed with floral prints for spring, so similar to the photo below, floral sweatshirts are perfect for a casual but cute look! You don't need to add much to this, maybe a simple gold necklace and a gold watch. The sweatshirt speaks for itself here, so you can relax and look totally adorable all at once!

 

Most of the sweatshirts that I buy don't have a hood, similar to the examples below. The pink one is from Nordstrom, and the grey one is from Madewell. 

                                 

                                          Here's one more tip: Layer!               I also love sweatshirts with

                                          Take a simple blouse and                  embellishments. No jewelry

                                          Throw it under a sweatshirt               needed! 

                                          for an instant easy look!

     Well, that's all for now! I hope you are inspired from my fun and 

simple ways to dress up a casual look!

Feel free to leave comments, questions & feedback below!