How to Pack for a Summer Beach Trip | Beach Essentials ♡

beach
Hey friends! I'm going to the beach tomorrow for a week, so I thought it would be appropriate to share my beach essentials. I'm also going to share the things that I think you should  to pack in your suitcase for a summer beach trip. I hope you guys find this post useful :) Also click here to check out a similar post I wrote about spring break essentials for the beach.

summer beach essentials
Detangling hair brush | sunscreen | dry shampoo | suitcase | maxi dress | playing cards | sunglass strap (different color) | bikini | hat | striped dress | sandals | camera | earbuds | tote bag | water bottle | towel | sunglasses (different color) | makeup bag | book | mascara | phone case | hair ties | sports bra | shirt | shorts | sneakers | flip flops

Hairbrush/ Hair ties
Both are definitely essentials! You should definitely have a hairbrush in your beach tote bag, in case your hair gets tangled while swimming in the ocean. You should also always carry around hair ties with you, because if you're like me they will just disappear.
Here are some of my favorite hairbrushes for detangling and smoothing my hair:
-Tangle Teezer // http://bit.ly/2alznyT
-Wet Brush // http://bit.ly/2al3EDP
-Conair // http://bit.ly/2aoVyVP
Here are hair ties that I really like:
-Ribband // http://bit.ly/2al68SJ

Sunscreen
This is pretty obvious. Sunscreen is very important if you want to keep your skin protected, which I'm pretty sure everyone wants to do.
-Sun Bum // http://bit.ly/2aADSdk
-Banana Boat // http://bit.ly/2aFl9yG

Dry Shampoo
Your hair can get pretty hot, smelly and gross in the beach humidity. You should bring a bottle of dry shampoo to spritz in your hair when it gets greasy.
-Drybar // http://bit.ly/2aHjV2u

Suitcase
Well duh... if you're packing your suitcase you need to have a suitcase. I like these ones listed down below because they are super cute and roomy!
-River Island // http://bit.ly/2aoZSqO
-Tommy Hilfiger // http://bit.ly/2aztPUk
-Northfield // http://bit.ly/2aFm02b

Dressses
I love wearing dresses around when I'm on vacation. The dress serves as your whole outfit, which saves room in your suitcase. They are also a lot cooler than wearing pants and a shirt.
-C&A Yessica // http://bit.ly/2aFlqS0
-John Lewis // http://bit.ly/2aDz9XV
-Urban Outfitters // http://bit.ly/2aFzN8B

Cards
Every time I go on vacation I always end up wanting to play cards. I always end up having to buy new cards, so now I've probably got 10 packs sitting in a shelf in my room. I think cards are great things to pack when going on vacation, because you can play fun games with them when you're bored.
-Bicycle // http://amzn.to/2alD7Af

 Sunglasses/ Sunglass strap
I love wearing sunglasses, not just at the beach but whenever it's sunny outside. Click here to check out my post on inexpensive vs. exensive sunglass dupes. Sunglass straps or croakies are also nice to have so you don't lose your sunglasses. They very conveniently hang around your neck.
Here are some cute sunglasses:
-Betsey Johnson // http://bit.ly/2aqmVP8
-Quay // http://bit.ly/2acHwpE
Here are some cute sunglass straps:
-Kate Spade // http://bit.ly/2aoYF0g
-Lilly Pulitzer // http://bit.ly/2aik2AR

Bikinis
I absolutely love shopping for and wearing bikinis at the beach. You can find really cool and unique ones out there. There are a bunch of different styles that work great for different body shapes. Click here to read my post on bikini and swimwear trends. Here are some of my favorites:
-VipMe // http://bit.ly/2ap3lW5
-Frankies // http://bit.ly/2aSVUVp
-Bikini Lab // http://bit.ly/2aqnMPz

Hats
Hats will protect your face from the sun. They are also something cute to add when you hair is a mess- shhh... no one will know.
-Chic Nova // http://bit.ly/2azx2Da
-Robert Graham // http://bit.ly/2aikxei

Shoes
I think that shoes can totally change an outfit and add a bit of fun to it. I think flip flops, sneakers and wedges are must haves when going to the beach.
Flip flops:
-Havaianas // http://bit.ly/2a8nsJc
-BP // http://bit.ly/2aDDDhe
Sneakers:
-New Balance // http://bit.ly/2aqpwIT
Wedges:
-Dorothy Perkins // http://bit.ly/2aAKNmY

Camera/ Case
Did you really go to the beach if you didn't post a picture on Instagram or at least take some pics?? You can bring a regular camera to the beach or a cute polaroid to take those beachy pics. You can also just use your phone- iPhones actually take amazing pictures. If you do bring your phone with you while your at the beach, you should have a waterproof case on it so it won't get wet from your fingers or the ocean.
-Fujifilm // http://bit.ly/2ap2Zwz
-Apple // http://apple.co/2alHwU1
-LifeProof // http://bit.ly/2ap3FBP

Earbuds
Jam out to your fave Spotify playlist with some earbuds!
-Happy Plugs // http://bit.ly/2a8oMMc

 Tote Bag
You definitely need a tote bag or some sort of bag for the beach to carry your towel, sunscreen and other essentials. I really like this one:
-Very Straw // http://bit.ly/2a9gq73

Water Bottle
Stay hydrated with a cute water bottle! I tend to drink more water when I have a cute and fun water bottle.
-S'well // http://bit.ly/2aIrXZ5

Towel
Lay out in the sun and catch up on a good book with these towels:
-Hunkemoller // http://bit.ly/2aGxxOa
-Gilt // http://bit.ly/2aEum8A
-Gilt // http://bit.ly/2aGrw4G

Makeup Bag/ Makeup
I think having a waterproof bag that you can put your makeup, cash and phone in is a great idea. That way, you can keep your stuff safe from pool or ocean water. I also think waterproof mascara is essential!
-New Chic // http://bit.ly/2a9h6t3
-Maybelline // http://bit.ly/2aqznPi (my all time fave waterproof mascara!!!)

Books
Catch up on your reading for school or for fun! Here are some of my fave books:
-B&N // http://bit.ly/2aEvJEe
-B&N // http://bit.ly/2aIuKBe
-B&N // http://bit.ly/2anvHQt

Athletic Clothes
I really like wearing athletic clothes (like t-shirt and shorts) around the beach. You can throw them over your bathing suit when riding bikes or going into shops which is nice.
-Calvin Klein // http://bit.ly/2anvn3W
-Etsy // http://etsy.me/2aCnZDc
-H&M // http://bit.ly/2aGydn2

I hope you enjoyed this post! What are your beach essentials?

Thea ♡







Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Picks 2016 ♡

2016
Hello friends! The 2016 Nordstrom Anniversary sale is open to the public today and will last all the way to August 8th. Nordstrom is having some great sales right now, and today I am going to share with you some beauty picks that I think would be great to pick up if you are in the market for new makeup. Beware- your bank account might not appreciate this sale as much as you will! 

| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |

If you only want to buy one beauty item at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I would spend your money on a nice palette. Whether it be an eyeshadow or face palette, they are always good deals. You get a bunch of different products all together in a convenient palette and don't have to pay the price of each separate thing included in the palette. Usually the palettes are cheaper than buying all the individual products.

I've always wanted to try eyelash enhancers. My eyelashes are sooo short and applying mascara can become difficult, as well as time consuming. I would love to have eyelashes that are long and full!

I hope you guys find this post helpful and find some amazing deals at the sale! Tell me what you buy!

Thea ♡

Best Ulta Beauty Eyeshadow Palettes Under $15 ♡

beauty
Hey guys! I have put together some really pretty eyeshadow palettes sold at Ulta Beauty that you can buy for $15 or less. These eyeshadow palettes are sooo perfect for summer because they give a nice bronzed glow. Most of these palettes also have warm toned eyeshadows with a mix of shimmers and mattes. I wish I could buy all of these palettes because I think they are so beautiful. If you have $15 to spend at Ulta, I would highly recommend buying one of these eyeshadow palettes for the summer. They are extremely versatile and you will definitely get a lot of wear out of them. I hope you enjoy this post and find some great inexpensive palettes to buy that won't break your bank!

 Shop this post ♡

| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |

1. Carli Bybel BH Cosmetics Palette - $14.50
2. Makeup Revolution Stripped & Bare Salvation Palette - $10.00
3.  J.Cat Beauty Fab Five Bronze Creature Palette - $4.99
4. Covergirl Nudes TruNaked Palette - $11.99
5. Makeup Revolution New-Trals vs. Neutrals Palette - $10.00
6. Makeup Revolution Flawless Ultra 32 Palette - $15.00
7. Nyx Cosmetics Love in Paris Parisian Chic - $9.99
8. Kardashian Beauty Touch Tones Echo Palette - $9.99
9. Maybelline The Blushed Nudes Palette - $9.99
10. Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Classic Nude Palette - $11.99
11. Makeup Revolution Iconic 3 Redemption Palette - $7.00
12. Essence How To Make Nude Eyes Palette - $9.99

Thanks for reading!





Spring Break 2016: Bikini/Swimwear Trends ♡

2016

Spring Break officially starts today for me! I am not going to the beach over Spring Break, because I am going college touring. I know a lot of people go to the beach over break, so I made a list of all the different swimwear trends for Spring and Summer! I love buying swimsuits, because there are so many fun prints, patterns and styles. I really think that there is a swimsuit for everyone and every body shape. I hope you guys have a great Spring Break and that you find some inspiration from this post. Check out my Pinterest bikini board to see more bathing suits that I'm loving for the Spring and Summer! ♡

Light Blue Bikini Top- TopShop
Maroon Wrap Top- Suboo 
Halter Coral Bikini Top- Mikoh
Strappy Black and White Top- Mikoh
Black Crochet Halter- Style Moi
Triangle Bikini- Look Book Store
Blue Tie Die Halter- Beautiful Halo
Bralette Bikini- Rip Curl
Crochet Trimmed Bikini- Kiini
Pink One Piece- Tart
Black and White One Piece- Etro

Strappy Backs-
Lately I have been loving bathing suits with really intricate straps on the back! They look really  cool and fun, and they also form really pretty designs. Fun strappy backs add a nice touch to an otherwise plain bikini top. 

High-Neck Lines-
High neck lines are extremely popular right now, and swimwear companies are finally adopting this trend! It gives good coverage while also looking super cute and stylish.

Crochet-
Crochet has also come into style, and there are some crochet bikini tops that can also be worn as barrettes and crop tops! Crochet bikini tops are perfect for the Spring and Summer and are always made in pretty designs. 

Bralettes-
These are super comfortable and really cute. They give a sporty and athletic look and offer good support.

One Pieces-
One pieces are back in style! There are some really cute one pieces with cute straps and fun prints. One pieces also give you a lot more coverage and won't slip off you if you are doing a lot of swimming and water sports.

Stores-
Here are some of my favorite swimwear stores! Some are more pricier, and some are more cheaper.

L. Space- www.lspace.com
Victoria's Secret- www.victoriassecret.com
Athleta- www.athleta.com
Pac Sun- www.pacsun.com
Mikoh- www.mikoh.com
Acacia- www.acaciaswimwear.com
Lookbook Store- www.lookbookstore.co
Target- www.target.com
Triangl- www.triangl.com
Stone Fox- www.stonefoxswim.com
Moana- www.moanabikini.com
Forever 21- www.forever21.com

Thanks for reading my post! I hope these trends have helped you in picking out your swimsuits for this Spring and Summer ♡

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are mine :)


Spring Break Beach Essentials + What to Bring in Your Beach Tote ♡

2016
Spring Break is on its way, and I know a bunch of people who are going to the beach! Here is a list of things that I think are must haves for going to the beach and bringing in your beach bag. I hope everyone has a fun Spring Break and gets a nice, relaxing break from work or school! If you haven't already, please take my survey for a school project I'm doing on cosmetic animal cruelty (click here). Thanks and enjoy! ♡




Towel (John Robshaw)- 
Definitely don't forget a towel when you go to the beach! This one is really cute, because it has fun little tassles and patterns on it. You will need a towel to dry yourself off with if you go swimming obviously, or to just lie on the beach with. 

Hair Ties (Emi-Jay)- 
Bring extra hair ties in your makeup bag, because you may want to put your hair up if it's really hot. Also if you don't want to get your hair wet then you'll want to put your hair in a bun. I like the cloth hair ties, because they don't leave creases in your hair, and they come in pretty colors and patterns.

Lip Balm (EOS)- 
Chapstick is great to have at the beach, because the heat can dry your lips out, so it's important to moisturize them. Also, some chapstick has SPF in it, which will protect your lips from getting chapped and burned.

Tote (Lilly Pulitzer)- 
You should bring a big tote or beach bag with you, so you can fit your towel in it, as well as all your other essentials. This one from Lilly Pulitzer is really beachy and vibrant!

Dry Shampoo (Batiste)- 
If your hair gets greasy or sweaty, you can spray some dry shampoo on your hair. This will make your hair smell good, and will also make it look fresh and clean.

Water Bottle (Kate Spade)- 
It is extremely important to hydrate yourself when you're at the beach, because you lose a lot of water when you sweat. Water has many important functions, and it's important to drink half your body weight in ounces every day. 

Flip Flops (Aeropostale)- 
You want to bring shoes that you can easily slip on and slip off, so that you don't have to worry about a bunch of straps when quickly taking your shoes off at the beach. You also don't want to bring expensive shoes, because your shoes will get dirty and sandy when you walk on the beach.

Hair Brush (Tangle Teezer)- 
When your hair gets wet, you want to use a comb or a brush specifically for wet hair when brushing it. Wet hair breaks a lot easier than dry hair, so you want to be careful about the brush you use. The Tangle Teezer brush is great at untangling your hair, and the bristles aren't very rigid, so they won't pull out your hair.

Mascara (Maybelline)- 
If you wear makeup while at the beach, make sure it's water proof! Even if you don't go swimming in the ocean, wear waterproof makeup, because you don't want it to sweat off. 

Magazine- 
Bring a book or a magazine to read while you lay out in the sun, so you have something to do! The beach is a great place to catch up on some reading.

Phone Case (Lifeproof)- 
If you bring your phone to the beach, put a waterproof phone case on it to protect it from getting damaged if you accidentally get it wet. You can also bring a plastic sandwich bag, slip your phone inside and seal it, which will keep your phone dry if your fingers are wet. Don't try this when you go into the ocean though, because water will diffuse through the seal into the bag. 

Sunglasses (Steve Madden)- 
Sunglasses are a stylish way to protect your eyes from the sun. There are a bunch of different styles to choose from, and there are certain frame shapes that will flatter certain face shapes. I like mirrored aviators personally!

Sunglasses Case (Madewell)- 
Bring a structured sunglasses case, to keep your sunglasses from getting smushed or breaking in your beach bag.

Sunglasses Strap (Lilly Pulitzer)- 
Use a sunglasses strap to keep your sunglasses always on you. This will prevent you from losing them, and you won't have to carry them everywhere if you don't feel like wearing them on your head all the time.

Makeup Bag (Pour la Beaute)- 
Bring a makeup bag or a small cosmetic bag in order to store things like makeup and hair items. You may want to bring a plastic one, which won't get damaged if it gets wet and water won't sink through.

Nail Polish (Dior)-
 If you get bored at the beach you can also paint your nails. While they're drying you can read your magazine or book.

Sunscreen (Banana Boat)-
 Sunscreen is a must if you're going anywhere sunny! It's important to get a sunscreen with a high SPF.

Bronzer (NARS)-
 If you want to bronze your face a little, then you can brush on some powder bronzer, which will give you a healthy glow. 

Shirt (Billabong)- 
Bring a loose fitted tank top or t-shirt, so you can easily slip it on and off of your swimsuit. You don't want to bring a tight shirt, because it will feel uncomfortable if the swimsuit your wearing under it is still a little damp.

Highlighter (Benefit)- 
Bring a highlighter if you want a little shimmer and glow on your face!

Bikini (Beautiful Halo)- 
Of course you need a swimsuit if you are going to the beach! I really like this blue high neck bikini!

Shorts (Nike)-
Bring athletic shorts to slip over your swimsuit. Jean shorts will be uncomfortable to put on after you've been in the ocean.

Sea Salt Spray (OGX)- 
To add texture and volume to your hair, spray in some sea salt spray. This makes your hair look perfectly tousled and beachy.

Baseball Cap (Roxy Go Live)-
Bring a hat to cover your face, which will prevent your face from getting burned. There are some really cute caps from Brandy Melville and Urban Outfitters!

Other-
Playing cards, frisbees, beach balls, volleyballs and soccer balls are perfect things to bring for a fun day at the beach. 

Thanks for reading! I hope this list helped you for your Spring Break! ♡

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are my own.

Animal Cruelty Free High End Makeup ♡

animal cruelty free
Here is a list of high end makeup that is animal cruelty free, which means these companies don't test on animals. You can buy most of these makeup products at Sephora or Ulta Beauty. I'm going to post an animal cruelty free drugstore makeup list later! It's very hard to find brands that are very good quality, but also well regarded, that are animal cruelty free. Most big beauty brands still test their products on animals, or their parent company tests on animals, in order to sell in foreign markets. I hope this helps if you're looking for high end makeup products that don't test on animals! ♡


Face Moisturizer- First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream
Face Primer- Too Faced Primed & Poreless
Foundation- Too Faced Born This Way Foundation
Concealer- Urban Decay Naked Skin Concealer
Cream Contour- Anastasia Beverly Hills Cream Contour Kit
Setting Powder- NARS Invisible Loose Setting Powder
Powder Contour Bronzer- NARS Bronzing Powder
Eyeshadow Primer- Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
Brushes- Sigma Travel Kit
Mascara- Too Faced Mascara
Highlighter- BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector
Blush- Too Faced Love Flush Long-Lasting Blush
Eyebrow Gel- Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel
Eyelash Curler- NARS Eyelash Curler
Makeup Bag- Marc by Marc Jacobs Cosmetic Case
Eyeliner- Kat Von D Tattoo Liner
Eyeshadow Palette- Too Faced Natural Eyes Neutral
Lip Pencil- Tarte LipSurgence Lip Tint
Lip Liner- NARS Velvet Lip Liner
Sponge- Beauty Blender Makeup Sponge
Eyebrow Pencil- Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
Setting Spray- Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray

Thanks for reading! 

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are my own :)

Superbowl 50- Essentials & Tips for Throwing a Superbowl Party (Panthers & Broncos)

Carolina Panthers

Here are some really fun home decor things and food ideas if you are throwing a Superbowl 50 party in favor of the Panthers or the Broncos. I'm also going to give you some DIY ideas! Make sure to check out my Superbowl Outfit & Makeup Looks post too! Have a fun Superbowl Party!



Panthers Party


Broncos Party


-You can make football themed email invitations to invite your friends and family. I always use this website to make them, because it's free to use! http://evite.com

-To make pennant banners to hang up on your wall for free, just search on Google free printable Superbowl banners. Then you can print them out and hang them up on a piece of string. You can also cut out diamond shapes on a piece of construction paper that is the color of the team you are rooting for. Fold the diamond in half over string to make a pennant shape!

-I suggest buying a bunch of paper cups, napkins, utensils, balloons and other decorations from Party City, because they are super inexpensive and have a wide variety of things there for the Superbowl. http://partycity.com

-Instead of just having a regular bowl of chips, popcorn, or pretzels, you can make it more festive by buying M&M's and adding them in. If you are a Panthers fan, then you can mix in blue and brown M&M's, and if you're a Broncos fan, then you can mix in orange and blue M&M's.

-Instead or regular chocolate covered pretzels, you can add black and blue/orange and blue sprinkles. All you need to do is melt some white chocolate, pour it on the pretzels, pour the sprinkles on tops of the chocolate, and then wait for the chocolate to dry. Then once the chocolate is dry, you can shake off the excess sprinkles, and you are good to go!

Those are all my tips! Thanks so much for reading! I hope you have a great Superbowl Party :)


Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are mine!

2015 Beauty, Fashion & More Favorites: Books, TV Shows, Music, Places and Random

2015

Here are my favorite books, TV shows, music, places and random items from 2015. This will be my last 2015 favorites post. Enjoy :)


Books
The Matched trilogy is about a dystopian society where people have no choices or a say in their lives. It's a lot like the Hunger Games and the Divergent Series.


The His Fair Assassin Trilogy was another series that I really enjoyed reading this year! It's about girls who are assassin nuns, and it takes place in medieval France from the perspective of Brittany. All the girls have a unique backstory that shapes who they are as a person. I would definitely recommend this series if you like historical fiction.

TV Shows
Some of the TV shows I have enjoyed watching this year are Friends, The Vampire Diaries, Gilmore Girls, Charmed, and Once Upon a Time. Friends and Gilmore Girls are both older TV shows. Friends is similar to How I Met Your Mother, because they are both funny and about a group of friends living in New York. Charmed is a similar show to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and is all about women who have powers and save the day on a regular basis. Gilmore Girls is a nice heart warming show that's centered around family. Once Upon a Time is show about Disney storybook characters in real life.

Music
My favorite artists of this year have been Lana Del Rey, Florence & the Machine, Taylor Swift, Adele, Ellie Goulding, 21 Pilots, Melanie Martinez, Maroon 5 and Fall Out Boys. 

Places
My favorite places that I have gone this year include London, Mackinac Island, Disney World, Seattle and Portland. 

Random
-Talenti Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream

Thanks for reading!

Disclaimer: All thoughts and opinions are mine. This blog doesn't take credit for any pictures on this post.


2015 Beauty, Fashion & More Favorites: Bags, Shoes, Clothes and Jewelry

2015

Here are some of my favorite things from 2015, including bags, shoes, jewelry and clothing. Thanks for reading!


Bags
 This is a cross-body bag that I have been loving using this year! This is a Rebecca Minkoff Mini M.A.C. bag that I bought at Saks OFF 5th, which is a Saks outlet store. I bought it for $90, and it usually retails for $195. I love this bag, because it can actually hold a lot of stuff and it's very versatile. You can wear it as a cross-body bag, or you can shorten the straps to make it a shoulder bag. I don't usually carry to much in my purse, so this is a perfect size.

Shoes
 These are some of my favorite pairs of shoes. I like wearing my Asics sneakers, because they provide your feet with a lot of support and are perfect for running or just walking if you want to be comfortable. I also like my mint green Vans, because they are a perfect boost of color for the Spring and Summer. I also have been loving my grey Hunter rain boots, because it has been raining a lot recently where I live. My feet never get wet, and they also are really warm when paired with my boot socks. During the Fall and Winter, I have been wearing my maroon Forever 21 ankle boots. They can be worn with almost any outfit, and the heel is only 1.25 inches, so they don't hurt my feet. When it gets warmer, I wear my leather Franco Sarto sandals often, because I like how they wrap around my ankle and also can be worn with everything since they're leather.

Jewelry
 The top left bracelet, is from Handpicked, that I received from a friend for my birthday. The bottom left bracelets are from Alex & Ani- the silver on has a T on it and the gold one is of a flower. I like wearing these two bangles together, and I love how they have an inspiring message that comes with the bracelets. I wear the top right bracelets together in a stack, and I also received them from a friend. I received the bottom right bracelet as a Christmas present. 

These are some of my favorite earrings. I like to wear the top two earrings when I wear a flowy boho shirt. The pearl earrings are from Macy's, and I wear them if I want to seem more put together or fancy. I also like wearing the other 2 earrings if I'm wearing a plain shirt, and want to add more of a statement piece to my outfit. The bottom right earrings are from Brighton.

The first two necklaces are from Handpicked, and I love wearing these as statement necklaces. The pearl necklace was my grandmothers, and I really like wearing them to make my outfit look ore fancy and classy. I also like wearing the gold bar necklace, as a simple accessory. The next necklace was given to me from a family friend from her trip to Morocco, and it's a Hamsa which protects against the evil eye. The next necklace is from Brighton, and then the last one was given to me from my Mom's cousin.

Clothes
Some of my favorite clothing items from this year include high waisted shorts and jeans, cropped sweaters and shirt, blanket scarves, large sweaters, high neck tops, long sleeve flowy white tops, halter tops and flowy dresses.

Thanks so much for reading! 

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are my own

2015 Beauty, Fashion & More Favorites: Sunglasses, Hair and Perfume

2015

Here are my favorite sunglasses, hair products and tools, and perfumes of 2015!


Sunglasses
BP Nordstrom Metal Rim Cat Eye Sunglasses in Tortoise- I love these sunglasses, because they are so unique and look good with my face shape. I like the tortoise shell and gold combination, and they were only $12!

Silver Aviator Sunglasses- I have used these sunglasses so much, and they are a classic pair that everyone should own! They look good on all face shapes, and you can find them for cheap at many stores that sell sunglasses.

Perfume
Prada Candy Perfume- I have the sample size of this perfume that I like to throw in my purse or clutch. This scent does smell a little like candy and smells like caramel with hints of vanilla.

Victoria's Secret Dream Angels Kiss Perfume- This perfume smells very fresh and flowery. It's a perfect girly scent!

Hair Tools and Products
Revlon Straightener- I bought this straightener from Target a few years ago, and I've really liked it! It gets hot pretty fast, and it has a variety of temperature settings. It also glides over your hair nice and smooth.

Heat Protectant Glove- This came with the HSI Professional straightener that is shown in the picture below. I always use this glove when I'm using a heat tool, so I don't get burned. It's worked very well so far, and I've never gotten burned by my straightener or curling iron.

TRESemme Hairspray- I have a travel size can of this hairspray that works really well. I spray it once I've curled or straightened my hair, and it keeps on the pieces of hair in place.

Garnier Fructis Moroccan Oil-  Once I take a shower, I put this oil in the ends of my hair. This makes it easier to comb out my wet, tangly hair. I also use this product when my hair is really frizzy or when I want my hair to be shiny and smooth.

SG Dry Shampoo- I use this dry shampoo on the days I don't wash my hair, and it makes my hair less greasy and oily. You can also train your hair to produce less oil by washing it less, and using dry shampoo. If you wash it very often, then your head produces a lot of oil, since it knows that you'll strip it of its oils later when you use shampoo in the shower. 

Conair Curling Iron (click here for review)- I really like making bouncy, beachy waves with this curling iron. It makes your waves look very natural, and can also be used like a curling wand.

HSI Professional Straightener- I bought this straightener off of Amazon after I read all the amazing reviews. It came with the heat protectant glove shown above, and it works really well! It heats up super fast and also automatically shuts off after a certain time. It goes all the way to 450 degrees, and will straighten your hair super fast. It also came with argon oil which makes your hair look perfectly straight, shiny and frizzless. 

Thanks so much for reading!

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are mine :)

2015 Beauty, Fashion & More Favorites: Makeup

2015
Makeup

Brushes, Tools and Sponges-
Revlon Eyelash Curler- This is a really good eyelash curler if your eyelashes are straight and have no curl! I also love the Laura Mercier eyelash curler, however the handle came off of mine so it doesn't work anymore. The Laura Mercier one will curl your eyelashes instantly up with one press.

Sponge Wedge- I got this sponge wedge from CVS in a big pack. They pretty porous, so they can be squished a lot, and they give a nice dewy finish.

Brushes- The first brush is a kabuki brush from Claire's that is extremely soft and perfect for blending and packing on powder. The next 3 Sonia Kashuk brushes came in a set of 11 brushes that I got at Target. The first on I use for powder, the second for foundation and the third for contouring. Then I have two eyeshadow brushes from Lancome and Essence of Beauty that I really like using on my eyes.

Face-
 Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact in Bronze- This product gives a beautiful glow and adds warmth to your face. I apply it to the high points of my face, like my cheeks, forehead, nose and chin.

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer in Mineral- This is a good primer if you're using a mineral powder foundation. This primer nourishes and adds vitamins to your face.

Laura Mercier Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer in Almond- I really like this tinted moisturizer. It gives light coverage, but you can add more product to areas where you need more coverage. Also this product has SPF 20, so it will protect you from the sun, and it's oil free so it prevents your face from getting oily and shiny throughout the day. 

Pur Minerals Correcting Primer- This primer is great for smoothing out your face before applying foundation, and will allow make your foundation stay on longer and look smoother. 

Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder in Translucent- This is the best look setting powder your will find! It makes your face look matte and will keep your face makeup from moving around during the day. You can apply it in the places where you get more oily so it will absorb the oil. I love setting my makeup with this!!!

Eyes/Brows-
POP Beauty Eyeshadow Palette in Picture Pop- I got this eyeshadow palette when I first started wearing makeup, and I still really enjoy it. It is a really versatile palette, which browns, grays, purples, blues and more! I usually use the gold and brown colors.

Bobbi Brown Eyeshadow Palette in Pastel Brights- This palette is really pretty, and perfect for Winter! It has cooler shadows with matte and shimmer shades.

Make Up For Ever Smoky Extravagant Mascara in Black- I got the travel size version of this mascara as a Sephora birthday gift and fell in love with the volume and length it gave my lashes. The brush is pretty big, which I like since I have very short and thin eyelashes. It's easy to apply, and costs only $12 at Sephora, which isn't much more than a good drugstore mascara.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Ebony- I like that this product has a spoolie brush at one end, and the pencil at the other end. If you use this pencil properly, your eyebrows will look very natural and pretty.

Lips-
Carmex Lip Balm- I like to put this on my lips when they are really chapped, which is usually during the Winter.

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Rikugien- This lip pencil moisturizes your lips and can be used like a lip liner also. I love the color, and I got it as one of the Sephora birthday gifts. It's travel sized, so you can fit it in a clutch of purse!

Pomegranate Rose Scented Lip Gloss- This is a really pretty Winter lip gloss, that adds a pretty color the lips. You can wear it by itself or over a lipstick.

Jordana Moisturizing Balm Stain in Terra Crave- The color of this is dark and really pretty. It looks like a dark peach color, and it definitely moisturizes your lips. Since it is a stain, it stays on for a long time also.

Thanks for reading!

Disclaimer: All thoughts, opinions and photos are mine.