7.17.2015
nordstrom anniversary sale picks!
7.16.2015
beach vibes
{1} BEAUTY FOR REAL Get Glowing! Cheek Tint and Luminizer in GET LIT / IN THE PINK {$29.00} Open the compact for a mother of pearl luminizer; slide out the bottom for a pretty petal pink blush!
{2} NYC NEW YORK COLOR City Proof 24 HR Waterproof Eye Shadow in EAST RIVER ROMANCE {$3.49} Wear it all over the lid for a bold beachy blue look, or line your eyes for a subtle ocean smolder.
{3} THE UPSIDE Snapper Printed Neoprene Bikini Top {$108.00} + Moss Printed Neoprene Bikini Briefs {$100.00} The perfect way to hit the surf!
{4} OPI Brights Nail Lacquer Collection in I SEA YOU WEAR OPI {$9.50} The shimmer-infused shade is ideal for capturing a hint of the sea - even when you're surrounded by mountains.
{5} MARC BY MARC JACOBS Mirrored Sunglasses in Crystal / Blue {$98.00} Bright, iridescent lenses are playful with a little throwback flair!
{6} NYC NEW YORK COLOR BB Creme in BRONZED RADIANCE {$3.99} A bronze-toned BB cream adds a hint of sunkissed color while smoothing out skin.
{7} TARGET Chevron Print Canvas Tote Handbag in BLUE {$14.99} The print and color make it perfect for island getaways!

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7.15.2015
Ciaté London South Beach Socialite Collection Swatches + Review
AVAILABILITY: Sephora.
PRICE: $25.00 for the 4-Piece Collection at Sephora.
7.14.2015
7.13.2015
NOTD: China Glaze Sun Worshipper
File this one under: impossible to photograph. Seriously. Sun Worshipper looks like a vibrant yellow in natural light {aka these swatches}, but IRL, it's the exact. same. shade as the powdered cheese you find in those Kraft Mac & Cheese boxes. Truth.
The formula here was kind of a pain - even after 4 coats I could see VNL; but, I love this color so much that I'm willing to take the good with the bad. The finish is streaky and 100% matte, so you definitely need to pile on the top coat to add shine and even out the streakiness.
Formula issues aside... you need this color in your life. While I was wearing it, I had completely random guys stop and ask me {and I quote}: what do they call that color?
You know you're wearing something amazing when oblivious guys take notice!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?
7.12.2015
{beauty board} the sunkissed series...
{2} N.Y.C. New York Color City Proof 24 Hr Eye Shadow in 5TH AVE GOLD RUSH {$6.27}
{3} Benefit Cosmetics Creaseless Cream Shadow in MY TWO CENTS! {$20.00}
{4} Sephora Collection Colorful Eyeshadow – Shimmer in N° 81 SUNDAY BRUNCH {$12.00}
{5} Buxom Eyeshadow Bar Single Eyeshadow in GLITZ FACTOR {$12.00}
{1} NARS Lip Gloss in GREEK HOLIDAY {$26.00}
{2} MILANI Brilliant Shine Lip Gloss in LUMINOUS {$4.39}
{3} Ciaté London Lip Lustre High Shine Balm in CALL ME {$17.00}
{4} Bobbi Brown High Shimmer Lip Gloss in CANARY {$25.00}
{5} Clinique Long Last Glosswear in SUNSET {$16.00}
{6} tarte LipSurgence Lip Gloss in PARK AVE PRINCESS {$19.00}
{1} YVES SAINT LAURENT LA LAQUE COUTURE Nail Lacquer in 29 DORE ORFEVRE {$27.00}
{2} WHIM Metallics Nail Lacquer Collection in BLING RING {$10.00}
{3} OPI Classic Nail Lacquer in BRISBANE BRONZE {$4.75}
{4} ULTA Salon Formula Nail Lacquer in HIGH ROLLER {$6.00}
{5} NAILS INC. Special Effects Mirror Metallic Nail Polish in STRATFORD {$11.00}
{6} NARS Nail Polish in MILOS {$20.00}
{7} DEBORAH LIPPMANN New York Marquee Collection in AUTUMN IN NEW YORK {$20.00}
{1} BECCA Bronzing Skin Perfector {$36.00}
{2} e.l.f. Studio Pressed Mineral Bronzer in TAN TOFFEE {$5.00}
{3} It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Bronzing Cream {$38.00} {Skin-saving bonus: this has SPF 50+}.
{4} Urban Decay Naked Skin Bronzing Beauty Balm Broad Spectrum SPF 20 {$34.00}




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7.11.2015
obsession...
This is virtually the last thing I ever thought I would swoon over but OMG you guys, I'm in love. The drapey aesthetic and exposed back. The playful print. Le sigh...total covet.
7.10.2015
mark. Nailed It Trend Mini Nail Lacquers - Buenos Aires Vibe Swatches + Review
AVAILABILITY: mark.
PRICE: $7.00 for the duo
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7.09.2015
SunglassesShop Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses Giveaway!
SunglassesShop was kind enough to allow me to select a frame for review, and I opted for the Marc by Marc Jacobs Havana Crystal Light Gold A50, as I simply couldn't resist the tortie color and oversize frames. But the good news doesn't end there! One lucky winner will take home their choice of frames from the Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses Collection, courtesy of SunglassesShop!
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7.08.2015
Essie Cashmere Matte Brights 4PC Mini Set Swatches + Review
Having adored the Essie Cashmere Matte Collection released earlier this year, I am v. surprised at the formula issues I encountered with this quartet. My personal opinion is that the micro-iridescence caused the issue here, as the one color that did not feature micro-iridescence {Sea the Sights} was an absolute breeze to work with. If these were supposed to be texture shades, obvi the lumps and bumps wouldn't have been an issue; but since these are merely labeled as matte, it raises questions for me. My two cents...
AVAILABILITY: Ulta for the mini set; Ulta for individual bottles.
PRICE: $13.00 for the quartet; or buy individual bottles separately for $8.50 each.

7.07.2015
{fashion folio} beachside boho

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7.06.2015
NOTD: JULEP Nail Color in Hartleigh
I basically glittered myself out over the holidays, but Hartleigh inspired a change of...heart. Isn't she the cutest?!
Hartleigh was originally released for Valentine's Day, but I honestly think you could don her whenever you feel like adding a little love to your nail game.
Formula-wise, this one is flawless. The clear base is v user-friendly {not gloppy or messy}, and glittery particles disperse perfectly. The hearts do require a slight dab and pat - but nothing time-consuming or huge. Here I am wearing Hartleigh over Sundays from the Olivia Palermo x Ciaté London Nail Collection.
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?
7.05.2015
links à la mode: the IFB weekly roundup {july 2, 2015 edition}
Summertime
As I read through the submissions for this week, I couldn’t get the music of George Gershwin’s Summertime from Porgy and Bess out of my head. With each post of Summer Fashion, the lyrics would start over, “Summertime, And the livin’ is easy…” So, IFB Bloggers, I suggest back ground music this week as you click through these inspiring links. {My favorite Summertime rendition is performed by Billie Holiday}.
Links à la Mode, July 2nd
- Arisgold | Style Doesn’t Have a Price Tag: What is Personal Style? (H&M X Bloglovin)
- A Handful of Stories: Blue Midi Skirt and Ridiculous Trends
- A Vogueaholic | My Fashion Diary: Trend To Try | Maxi Dresses
- Bookish & Belle: What's in My Weekend Bag: (Transparent Marc by Marc Jacobs Satchel)
- Cat Eyes & Skinny Jeans: {FASHION FOLIO} SUMMER IN THE CITY
- Fashion Blender: POL Clothing - Unconventional Basics
- Funky Jungle: 5 Reasons Why Shopping Your Closet Is Good
- Happy. Pretty. Sweet.: 4th of July Style
- Life in the Fash Lane: Crop Top Obsession
- Lil Miss JB Style: Styling a Midi Skirt
- Living In A Boxx: The Glamorous Life of the Fashion Blogger?
- Ms. Fabulous: Underwear and Bra-blem Solving
- Musings of a Fashion Designer: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia Day 4
- MySelf Expressed: Inspiration Board: 4th of July
- Reasons To Dress: Dear Tourist, I’m Totally Coveting Your White Rubber Sport Grip Wedges!
- Riva La Diva: DIY Sarette Sun Anthropologie Inspired Hat
- Sassy Plus: A Blogaversary to Remember: The Stylish Reid
- Too Short For High Fashion: Tom Haverford Style: Loud Formal
- The Heart’s Delight: 5 Summer Outfit Ideas For When It’s Hot As Hades
- We Are Ready Made: We Are Family
SPONSOR: Shopbop sale, Narciso Rodriguez, Nili Lotan, iphoria, Striped & Solid, Raye shoes, Private Party clothing, Madeworn Rock, Boera, Jenny Packham, Hook & Albert, OP Jewellery, Blonde Salad
1. Heads up! We've changed our submission process. First, read LALM's submission rules here. Then submit your links on our Facebook page in the comments section of this post.
2. If your link was selected and you need this week’s code, visit this page: Links à la Mode Code. (Note – we’ve changed where we are leaving the code, and hopefully this is easier for you to insert into your site.)
7.04.2015
7.03.2015
long {summer} weekend vibes {soukazone review}
Soukazone was kind enough to send me these seriously of the moment frames in the shade Colorful, which virtually match every single bikini I own - meaning, I'll be wearing them for the entirety of 4th of July Weekend because hello, I'm spending it at the beach!
I've already begun rocking these babies because they. are. epic. in terms of style - think Gigi Hadid model off duty. The mirrored lenses have this chameleon-like color shift thing going on - morphing from pink to blue to lilac; and the frames themselves simply feel fashion-forward yet nostalgic. Such a fierce combo, amiright?!
What frames are you rocking for the long weekend ahead?

Thanks to Soukazone, Rimmel, Dove, and e.l.f. for sponsoring this post!
7.02.2015
mark. Get It Together Lipclick and Nail Lacquer Set Swatches + Review
AVAILABILITY: mark.
PRICE: $18.00 for the Set; or snag the Lipclick in Coral Fixation separately for $11.00 at mark.

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7.01.2015
july crush list!
2. glowy skin I bounce between BECCA's Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed in OPAL and e.l.f.'s Studio Pressed Mineral Bronzer in BAKED PEACH {amaze dupe for theBalm's Betty-Lou Manizer btw} to achieve my daily disco ball-esque glow {seriously, illuminated skin gives me life}, but I am dying to get my hands on BECCA's Becca x Jaclyn Hill Shimmering Skin Perfector® Pressed in CHAMPAGNE POP, and NARS' Hot Sand Illuminator. Both give you that lit-from-within JLO glow that feels so incredibly necessary for summertime!
3. double duty {coral} beauty Paring down your makeup bag for the summer feels so necessary but can be a total pain; luckily, beauty products that work in multiple ways are saving me. I'm adoring coral colors for lips and cheeks as of late, as it's universally flattering, and the perfect partner for sizzling days. For July, I have my sights set on Smashbox's L.A. Lights Blendable Lip & Cheek Color in SILVER LAKE SUNSET, Touch In Sol's Technicolor Lip & Cheek Tint in 4 MYSTIQUE CORAL, and Josie Maran's Argan Infinity Lip And Cheek Creamy Oil in TIMELESS CORAL.
4. knee-high gladiators I used to abhor gladiator sandals, but this summer I am legit obsessed with knee-high gladiators sporting sassy straps that wrap around the leg all snake-like {come on, they're irresistible}. My absolute top picks are Chloé's Lace-Up Suede Wedge Sandals, and Ancient Greek Sandals' Sofia High Lace-Up Leather Sandals. So chic, amiright?
What's on your July Crush List?

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