9.27.2021

NOTD: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri x Mentos Nail Polish Collection in You're the Zest

Two coats of Sally Hansen Insta-Dri x Mentos Nail Polish Collection in You're the Zest. Pastel Yellow Creme.

Le sigh...loving pastel yellows is such a pain because they give me lobster hands; but I digress...

You're the Zest is a pretty pastel yellow that would legit make a splash in any season, but I think I may like it best for winter/spring. Though the color and staying power of this cutie is perfection, the formula is a bit of a pain. Seriously. Wipe the brush off on the lip of the bottle excessively, or you will wind up with a huge, gloppy mess. Trust.

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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9.25.2021

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9.23.2021

pembrook

Free People Pembrook Oversize Sweater in MOODY PINK COMBO.

Obsessed with the preppy feel of this cutie!

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9.20.2021

NOTD: SOPHi by Piggy Paint Nail Polish in Fearless

Two coats of SOPHi by Piggy Paint Non-Toxic Nail Polish in Fearless. Burnt Sienna Creme.

Y'all, out of all of the SOPHi polishes I received, I never thought that I would love this one as much as I do; but I'm obsessed!

Fearless is a burnt sienna creme that is the quintessential shade for fall due to its rusty undertones and resemblance to cinnamon, spice, and everything nice. This one had a beautiful formula, applying smoothly and drying lightning fast. While the other shades I received from SOPHi dried matte, Fearless dried down to a satin finish; however, I added top coat for shine. Highly, highly recommend this beauty for autumn!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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9.18.2021

9.16.2021

moonchild

Free People Moonchild Denim Shirt Jacket in MOON DUST.

Absolutely adoring the edginess of this beauty!

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9.13.2021

NOTD: OPI Shine Bright Nail Lacquer Collection in Heart and Coal



Two coats of OPI Shine Bright Nail Lacquer Collection in Heart and Coal. Black Glitter.

So...while I am so here for the name of this shade, I can't say that I love the color itself. Womp womp.

Heart and Coal is a glamorous black glitter that is so perf for NYE; but the formula just got to me, and not in a good way. Though it builds beautifully, the first coat was thin, and a little too attracted to my cuticles. That said, it is a pretty color {especially if you're looking for a starry night sky vibe}; just make sure you OD on top coat because this bad boy needs tons to truly bring it to life.

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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9.11.2021

9.09.2021

meant to be

Free People Meant To Be Floral Cotton Blouse in BLACK COMBO.

Is it just me, or is black floral one of the most perfect prints for the cooler months?

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9.06.2021

NOTD: NAILS INC. Relationship Status: Blushing Nail Polish in St. Christopher's Place

Two coats of NAILS INC. Relationship Status: Blushing Nail Polish in St. Christopher's Place. Neon Pink Crelly.

Can we just take a moment to admire how juicy this shade is? Please!

St. Christopher's Place is a watermelon-inspired neon pink that was made for playful afternoons spent beachside. Though I'm not typically a neon pink fan; the plump, juicy look of this one {all attributed to the fact that it's a crelly} make it a standout for me. NGL...it was a nightmare to photograph; but the formula was phenom, which more than makes up for it. Next time I may try layering it over underwear {white creme polish} to make it even more electrifying!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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9.04.2021

9.02.2021

BOOK REVIEW: Cat About Town {A Cat Cafe Mystery} by Cate Conte



“Cats were my weakness. I’d never met one I didn’t love instantaneously.”

Amazon has been recommending Cate Conte's Cat About Town to me for at least a year now; and finally, since we have officially reached my favorite time of year for mystery reading {fall!}, and I've come to the conclusion that I desperately want to open my own cat cafe, I decided to give it a whirl. Long story short: there was something missing; but I'm down to give the sequel a shot.

Maddie James is back in her quaint Massachusetts hometown of Daybreak Island for her beloved Grandmother's funeral. Though she bailed for the West Coast to open Goin' Green, an organic juice bar, years ago; her reappearance in the New England nook has left her with all of the feels and memories of her past {aided by encounters with her BFF Becky Walsh and ex-high school sweetheart turned local police officer, Craig Tomlin}. Planning to merely stick around briefly to comfort and grieve alongside her Grandpa Leo, former Daybreak Island police chief, Maddie feels her plans start to shift when she encounters a stray tabby she dubs Orange Guy {later named JJ}, who captures her heart, and subsequently leads her to the dead body of one very powerful Frank O'Malley.

Though merely a wealthy resident, Frank O'Malley has the type of pull in Daybreak Island reserved for those holding political office; and as the President of the Chamber of Commerce, O'Malley is convinced that he runs the quaint town. From bullying new business owners to excluding less-profitable businesses from joining the Chamber, to badgering Grandpa Leo to sell his home - a residence that has been in the family for generations...you name it, and Frank O'Malley can state guilty as charged. So when JJ leads Maddie to Frank's dead body during the annual Food Stroll, there is no shortage of suspects. Unfortunately, the police appear to be targeting Grandpa Leo for the crime - an assumption that does not sit well with Maddie. So she does what any good granddaughter would...she decides to uncover the true killer, with JJ's help, to clear Grandpa Leo's good name. But the deeper she digs, the closer she is to losing her life - and she definitely doesn't have eight more to spare.

This book left me feeling unsettled upon turning the last page. Not because I knew who the murderer was the second they appeared in the book {though I did}, or because there wasn't a strong enough cat presence; rather, it was the characters themselves {barring JJ, who I would die for}. I can't figure out whether I liked or disliked the characters because they all felt very one-dimensional - like I knew them, but I didn't know them, if that makes any sense. They were just there; not doing anything to enchant me or leave me worrying about their well-being - including Maddie. I also found the love triangle between Maddie, Craig, and newcomer Lucas Davenport to be incredibly juvenile, trite, and obnoxious - perhaps because I felt no connection to any of them. Please keep in mind that there is no cat cafe in this book, that is planned for the sequel, Purrder She Wrote, which I do expect to purchase, as I'm eager to see if the addition of more cats and perhaps another chance at fleshing out the characters will win me over.


Star Rating: ***


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