Summer Essentials

Here's a super mini list of my summer essentials. Click on blue links for items.

 Above is my one of my favorite summer lipsticks by Bobbi Brown in the shade "Calypso" with a creamy matte finish. The photo does not do the color justice. On me it looks more of a coral-ey orange and less pink. This is one of those colors that would look different on all skin types so I would recommend trying it on before purchasing. Overall, a great product to have to throw on when you don't have time to do makeup. Just a swipe of mascara, quick brows, and this lip would be perfect. 

One of my favorite illuminators! I have the "Copacabana" shade and am in love with it. I love to mix it with my foundation or tinted moisturizer to give my face that dewy glow. 

I am crazy about skincare. This Kiehl's concentrate does the trick when it comes to tired, dull skin because it restores the skin making it fresh and glowing by morning. Just 3 to 4 drops is more than enough and use your fingers to PAT, NOT RUB, onto your skin at night. You can also mix this with your foundation as well! 

Anything with an open back or lace (or both in one ) is my summer go to! It's the perfect thing to wear on those warm summer nights at the beach or for going out on the town. This top photographed above I purchased from Urban Outfitters. 

 

Silky silk shorts from Joie. I could live in them all day everyday. Dress them up with a cute top to go out in or dress them down in a simple white tee; they are the most versatile piece you could own. I like to pair them with a flow-ey silk top as well and it is the most comfortable thing I have ever worn.

How cute are these DV by Dolce Vita sandals? These are so comfortable and go with everything and you can't resist the fact that the print is made with a "hairy" material. ADORE. 

If you would like me to post more summer essentials please let me know! 

When I Met You in the Summer.

Top: Joie 

Bottoms: Levi's 501

Shoes: DV by Dolce Vita

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

Watch: Micheal Kors

Bracelets: Alex and Ani

It's that time of year for being tan, short shorts, open toed shoes and summery tops. I wear my Levi's 501 shorts with everything and anything, all day everyday. I paired it with this beautiful silk Joie top with an embroidered scalloped sleeve detail to make the outfit more sophisticated and feminine. My shoes for the summer are theses amazing Dolce Vita studded leopard sandals. Yes, the leopard print is made with a hairy sort of material. I consider leopard print shoes to be a neutral so it can be worn with all colors and prints.

 On a side note, this style of sandal is a great second option to the Birkenstock. I tried the whole Birkenstock style, but it did not work out so well with me; it made my legs look short and stocky...nobody wants that. So when I found these, I loved how they were more sleek and who wouldn't love the studded sole? 

Nordstrom Makes Me Poor

If there's one piece of clothing that I love most; it would be any top with a V-Back, and if it had a V-Neck in front that would be even better. I think the V silhouette is so classic, sophisticated, sensual and is flattering on everyone because it elongates your body. While working (and taking shopping breaks) I stumbled upon both of these pieces and immediately had to get them. This suede peplum top is perfect for dressing up with a skirt or playing it down with your favorite pair of denim. I paired the top with this beautiful vegan leather full skirt to add texture. One would think that the fullness of the top and skirt put together would be unflattering, but these two pieces actually work well together, and can I just say, I'm totally loving this warm weather. 

A DVF Kinda Summer

I recently just got back from a relaxing vacation in North Carolina. It was much needed. My whole mom's side of the family went and we stayed in this beautiful 10 bedroom house right along the beach. Couldn't help but take a quick photo in my favorite silk Diane Von Furstenburg jumper in the amazing backyard. I'm so ready for summer.

Love Day

Happy Late Valentines Day! My February 14th was a pretty mellow one. I was blessed with the day off so I spent it at home with my boyfriend on Skype. We cooked dinner together and I taught him how to make a quick and simple stir fry since the poor guy doesn't know how to cook that much. Everything turned out to be a success! 

While shooting, this cute little guy came running over and started playing with us! His name is Rigsby! My heart could not deal with his cuteness.

What I'm wearing:

This is one of my favorite outfits to grab and go. You can never go wrong with a white V-neck and a leather jacket paired with your favorite pair of denim. Add a beanie and you're set to go. I'm wearing Frame Denim in "Le Skinny de Jeanne" which I love because they don't stretch out and are great quality. To give the outfit a little twist and pop I put on my hot pink Nike Free Runs perfect for Valentine's Day. This is a great way to dress up your running shoes.

To learn more about Frame Denim click here !

To purchase Frame Denim click here !

He surprised me with flowers! 

Texture

I love to play with textures and my two favorites to mix are leather and denim. The edginess of the leather paired with the casual cool of the denim creates a pair that compliments one another so well. I topped the outfit off with one of my favorite shoes that I found for a great deal at the Nordstrom Rack. Also decided to wave my fair for the first time since it's been short and to be honest, I'm kind of a fan of my hair at the moment. I might do this wavy thing for awhile until I become sick of it. 

With that said, New York Fashion Week has been underway and I'm super excited to share my favorite looks and collections! Stay tuned!

Ice Ice Baby

My area got hit with a winter storm and the morning after I decided to capture some of it's beauty. It's funny how something so dangerous could be so extremely beautiful.