To The Theater!

To celebrate our "dating anniversary " (nerds I know) we went to see a musical at the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh. It was so nice to have an impromptu date night.  

My outfit was one for the books. First, my skirt. My mom (a seamstress by trade) made my skirt. I saw many photos of full length skirts and kind of told her what I wanted. Thanks Mom!!The top is from Forever 21 and fabulous feather stole is from Chantal Thomass from our trip to Paris. I actually saw it, fell in love with it, left it, and then went back for you.

The high waist and crop top is probably my favorite current trend. It's one that was from spring, went into summer, and will be sticking around for fall.   

So let's talk jewelry. Three of my very favorite pieces that I wear all the time. First my Vahan bracelet that was my wedding gift from MK, second my really long pearls that I wear at least twice a week. They go with everything. Third, my 27th birthday present to myself. A diamond and morganite ring. It sure did dull the pain of turning one year older!

Have an absolutely fabulous weekend! xoxo

Pucker Up!

Happy National Lipstick Day! 

Not only is today a day for celebrating lipstick and all its wonders, today also marks eight years that my sweet Husband and I have been together. Seems like yesterday I was so excited to be on a date at the zoo when MK asked me to be his girlfriend. Eight years sure has flown by.

Back to lipstick. By now you know me, I'm all about red lips. In honor of this fabulous holiday I'm sharing my go-to lip color. It's Rouge Coco by Chanel 440 Arthur. I am completely in love with this shade as it's my bright red. It lasts long too which is an extra bonus.

Let's talk tips and tricks shall we?

  • Before applying, use a toothbrush to gently exfoliate lips to remove any dead skin
  • When I put my foundation on I include my lips in the application too. It will keep the lip color from feathering. 
  • Line all of your lips with liner before putting it on. This is the most important tip.
  • Always make sure you won't get lipstick on your teeth. Wrap your lips around your pointer finger and pull it out. 
  • Translucent powder can be your best friend. Once you are done applying, hold a Kleenex over your lips and dust some of that powder and it will make your lipstick stay so much longer. 
  • So let's say it's the end of the day and you dash into your house and basically rip off your shirt accidentally getting bright red lipstick on your favorite shirt. Have no fear, as long as it's not dry clean only, spray some hairspray on the stain, let it sit, and then toss it in the washer. Simple as that.

Even though it's only the middle of the week I say we all have some champagne in honor of the beloved "Lipstick Day"!

Cheers!

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“If you’re sad, add lipstick and attack.”
— Coco Chanel

A Game Changer

I am always open to new ideas and healthy tips, that is the beauty of this blog. I love getting to share different things I come across. That is exactly why I am bursting to share this with you if you aren't already on board. I've heard of Coconut Oil in the past and never really looked into it. Well I sure am sorry I didn't. I started the 21 Day Fix yesterday and a huge part of the eating plan is to drink coconut oil. At first I was like this is a little odd but I still did it. It takes a lot to shock me and let me tell you, I am absolutely floored that it makes you SO full!

So what's the deal? There are many benefits of this fabulous oil but I am going to give you the condensed version.

  • It increases your energy expenditure, helping you burn more fat
  • Helps keep infection away
  • Kills hunger
  • Have dry skin? It can even be used as a moisturizer!

Fast Tip Tuesday

Stop whatever you are doing and go get some Coconut Oil! Drink 1 Tbsp. before breakfast, lunch, and dinner (eating healthy, of course).