Seriously. I know it sounds harsh but I do hate summer. Always have. As a kid, I was happy to be out of school but that was literally the only thing I liked about summer. I want boots and jackets, falling leaves, hot drinks, a cool breeze or crisp air, and Mac and Cheese. I love Snow Days. I want to live as close to the Arctic Circle as possible.
I am long overdue for an edit and declutter of my eyeshadow palettes. I’m a huge fan of palettes because you almost always get more for your money considering a single eyeshadow can average $6.00 at the drugstore, MAC eyeshadows are $17.00 each, and more for single luxury eyeshadows. Armani single eyeshadows are a whopping $32.00 a piece. Having said that, I’ve vowed not to buy any new palettes
I recently returned from a European vacation during which all of Europe was baking under a heatwave. I’ve never been so ready for fall and winter in my life. I’ve unpacked my bags and started to sort through some of the vintage items that I found while I was touring the neighborhood vintage clothing stores as one does. I took so many photos. I’ll post more in the weeks to come but
My current morning skincare routine. Step 1 – Cleanse/Exfoliate Dr. Lancer The Method Polish – I still love an invigorating scrub in the morning to get the blood flowing and slough off any dead skin when I’ve got Retin A in my rotation. Dr. Lancer is for exfoliation warriors. If you’ve got the skin of a rhinoceros (not really), this is for you. Available at Sephora. Step 2 – Toner/Hydrate
Ninety percent of what I own is second-hand. Possessions that I’ve acquired from thrift stores, antique stores, yard sales, eBay, etc. Here are some of my best thrifting tips and lessons learned from my many years hunting for treasures in thrift shops. 1. Dress the part. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. If you’re going for clothes and want to limit your time in the dressing room (or standing in line
A little charm and positivity on this Thursday. 1. Top 37 Things You’ll Regret When You’re Old 2. Be A Better Storyteller 3. Colour Palettes Inspired by Famous Movie Scenes 4. These Portraits Prove Old Dogs Are the Best 5. Pete Souza: photographing the real Barack Obama 6. Ultimate Guide to Organizing Bags & Purses 7. 1936 advice manual on living alone 8. We Tasted 14 Fancy Butters, and This Is the Best One 9. Isaac Cordal’s
I had an amazing day at Brimfield Flea a few weeks ago. I was prepared, arrived early, and only had t0 hit the cash machine once for an emergency supplement to my planned budget. As you can see from this web photo, it’s big. Hence, the overwhelming feeling that comes over me everytime I go but I press on. It was hot. Which normally, I would complain about
This has been my makeup routine as of late. It may seem burdensome but I can do it in ten minutes if I need to. NEUTROGENA Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint – An excellent light coverage foundation that leaves my skin looking hydrated. This is supposed to be a dupe for La Mer’s Soft Fluid foundation that costs $120. I tested it and they are very similar. Both are light
I picked up a couple of pairs of vintage cowboy boots in the last year and I have two pairs that I bought new several years ago. I wouldn’t have said they were my style at all but I’ve been getting into them more and I enjoy the challenge of styling them with my current wardrobe. A pair of vintage cowboy boots can look great with something new and
Santa Maria Novella or Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy is probably the world’s oldest and still-operating pharmacy and apothecary in the world. Founded by Dominican friars in 1221, the monks first began producing rose water at the monastery to be used as a disinfectant during the Black Death. It’s still sold today as a toner and is one of their most popular products. For over