beach comber

Free People Beach Comber Crop Sweater in ORANGE.

This slouchy knit is giving me allll of the fall vibes rn!

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NOTD: OPI Pop Culture Nail Lacquer Collection in Pink Bubbly

Two coats of OPI Pop Culture Nail Lacquer in Pink Bubbly. Hot Pink Texture.

Texture's back alright!

Babes, I was bummed when textured polishes went bye bye, so imagine my excitement when I came across...Pop Culture! Initially I thought it was paying homage to Andy Warhol and his brights {which it is}; but it's also a reference to the finish...a playful bubbly that pops!

I've been loving pinks lately, so Pink Bubbly was calling my name, and it. is. perf. This shade is the epitome of girly, and so much fun for the warmer months! The bubbly finish makes painting your nails effortless; and the fact that it dries lightning fast is amaze! Additional bonus: no top coat required. Natch!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: Morgan Taylor Platinum Professional Nail Lacquer in Holo Lover!

Two coats of Morgan Taylor Platinum Professional Nail Lacquer in Holo Lover!. Pink Holographic.

Holo {not to be confused with shimmer or metallic} isn't really my thang; but I was feeling unicorn and stardust vibes so I grabbed this beauty.

Holo Lover! {gotta love that nod to SJP's Carrie Bradshaw} is a gawgeous pink with magical qualities - specifically, the way in which it catches the light, casting prismatic designs around you. Holo Lover! dries matte, so you def need a top coat to bring that holo to life. My one qualm? I had chips on two fingers in less than 24 hours requiring touch-ups. Kiiind of a pain.
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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summatime

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China Glaze Chic Physique 6PC Micro Mini Nail Kit Swatches + Review

Rarely do I find a mini set with all of the colors included calling my name; but when I spotted the China Glaze Chic Physique 6PC Micro Mini Nail Kit my brain basically started singing I've got to have it. The shades are v 80s Jazzercise chic, with a nod to Bruno Mars + Cardi B's Finesse, with an electrifying power to pump. you. up. Peep all six sassy shades below!

Bodysuit Yourself! is a Watermelon Creme. Ermagersh babes! You know I'm not typically a fan of pink/red shades; but Bodysuit Yourself! is the perf hybrid of the two - and so phenom for summer pedis! The formula here is rich and gummy; however, it was a little bit thinner than I expected - leaving a few barely-noticeable bald spots. A heavier hand during application or a third coat would curb that tho. Still excellent in my book - love! This is 2 coats.

Glamletics is a Periwinkle Creme. Never have I ever met a baby blue/periwinkle shade that I didn't love, so y'all know that I went all heart eyes when I was introduced to Glamletics. Glamletics is so my color jam for spring / summer 2018! Though largely a crème shade, there is the sliiightest hint of pink iridescent shimmer in certain lights that gives it an ethereal, unicorn horn vibe. Random description, I know; but simply how I see it. Formula here is flawless - zero chips, and literally no tipwear {even after 7 days of heavy typing and texting}. Natch! This is 2 coats.

Activewear, Don't Care is a Teal Crelly. Fact of the day: While I love a good mint green, teal is a shade that v rarely does it for me; so I can tell you right off the bat that Activewear, Don't Care {love the name btw!} just didn't do it for me. I found it to be a v ho hum hue that felt sliiightly too dark to fit in with summer vacay vibes; but that's me. Activewear, Don't Care is a v thin formula, which has more to do with the fact that it's a jelly/crème hybrid than anything else. I'm not gonna lie, the wear-time was phenomenal, with 0 chips and no tipwear for 6 days, so if you're a fan of shades like this one, grab it! If not, I would say pass. Womp womp. This is 3 coats.

Low-Maintenance is a Dusty Rose Nude Creme. Plot twist: never have I ever fallen for a nude-esque nail color - I always find them too blasé and boring for my personality. But Low-Maintenance? Hi, I adore you... Low-Maintenance is one of those nail colors that is neutral with a playful yet feminine twist making it pure perfection for the workplace or after-hours. While the density of Low-Maintenance is excellent, it did feel a little bit sheer to me after two coats, so I added a third. For those of you who are heavy-handed with application, however, two should do the trick. Grab this one girls! This is 3 coats.

Get It Right, Get It Bright is a Lilac Shimmer. True story: shimmers are simply not my thing; but this one right here reminded me of a unicorn in the bottle, so I had to give it a whirl. OMG babes...a momet of silence to absorb the beauty of this...well, beauty. Get It Right, Get It Bright is simply magical. It's definitely on the thinner side; however it builds lightning fast! While I went for 3 coats here; if you're slightly more heavy-handed with application, you can definitely get away with 2! This is 3 coats.

Pilates Please is a Peach Creme. Peach colors are basically my ride or die during the spring and summer months, so you know that I was allll over this bad boy when I spotted it. Pilates Please is a peach that leans more towards the orange spectrum as opposed to the pink; however, it has a beautiful, bright undertone to it that still gives it a strong feminine feel - so even if you're not into orange, you will love this one. Trust. Like with the majority of the Chic Physique collection; Pilates Please has a fairly thin formula, so you do need multiple coats to avoid VNL. That said, the weartime is phenomenal! This is 3 coats.

AVAILABILITY: Ulta.

PRICE: $15.00 for the 6PC Mini Set; $7.50 for each full-size bottle.


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NOTD: OPI Grease Nail Lacquer Collection in Don't Cry Over Spilled Milkshakes

Three coats of OPI Grease Nail Lacquer in Don't Cry Over Spilled Milkshakes. White Creme.

True story: I've been obsessively watching Riverdale {hi Jughead!}, so the name of this one totes had me thinking of Pop's Diner!

As you all know, I live for a white mani, so this color right here is legit making my summer magical. A little on the thin side; I found that three coats was perfect for reaching opacity - no big when you take into consideration that the staying power was phenom {we're talking 6 days and counting with no chips!}. Get this beauty babes!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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caturday

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galaxies abound

Billabong Galaxies Abound in CHILI PEPPER.

Not sure what I'm digging more: the plunging neckline or the flirty ruffle details.

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NOTD: China Glaze Chic Physique Collection in Activewear, Don't Care

Three coats of China Glaze Chic Physique Nail Lacquer Collection in Activewear, Don't Care. Teal Crelly.

Fact of the day: While I love a good mint green, teal is a shade that v rarely does it for me; so I can tell you right off the bat that Activewear, Don't Care {love the name btw!} just didn't do it for me. I found it to be a v ho hum hue that felt sliiightly too dark to fit in with summer vacay vibes; but that's me.

Activewear, Don't Care is a v thin formula, which has more to do with the fact that it's a jelly/crème hybrid than anything else. I'm not gonna lie, the wear-time was phenomenal, with 0 chips and no tipwear for 6 days, so if you're a fan of shades like this one, grab it! If not, I would say pass. Womp womp.
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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happy 4th babes!

may your day be brimming with boys, bonfires, and red-white-and-blue popsicles!

happy happy!


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NOTD: China Glaze Chic Physique Collection in Bodysuit Yourself!

Two coats of China Glaze Chic Physique Nail Lacquer Collection in Bodysuit Yourself!. Watermelon Crème.

Ermagersh babes! You know I'm not typically a fan of pink/red shades; but Bodysuit Yourself! is the perf hybrid of the two - and so phenom for summer pedis!

The formula here is rich and gummy; however, it was a little bit thinner than I expected - leaving a few barely-noticeable bald spots. A heavier hand during application or a third coat would curb that tho. Still excellent in my book - love!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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mood

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NOTD: OPI Pop Culture Nail Lacquer Collection in Days of Pop

Four coats of OPI Pop Culture Nail Lacquer in Days of Pop. Bubbly Blue Texture.

Bright blue polishes always get me, so I had to take this bad boy home!

Color-wise, Days of Pop is everything you want for the summer {and 4th of July!}. It's playful and fun; and the bubbly texture coupled with the ocean blue shade give it a mermaid-esque feel.

My one qualm: you need a lot of coats to keep VNL at bay. Granted, this is ultra-fast dry; the fact that you have to apply coat after coat after coat can become a little tiring. Not a deal-breaker; but something to keep in mind.
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: China Glaze Chic Physique Collection in Glamletics

Two coats of China Glaze Chic Physique Nail Lacquer Collection in Glamletics. Periwinkle Crème.

Never have I ever met a baby blue/periwinkle shade that I didn't love, so y'all know that I went all heart eyes when I was introduced to Glamletics.

Glamletics is so my color jam for spring / summer 2018! Though largely a crème shade, there is the sliiightest hint of pink iridescent shimmer in certain lights that gives it an ethereal, unicorn horn vibe. Random description, I know; but simply how I see it.

Formula here is flawless - zero chips, and literally no tipwear {even after 7 days of heavy typing and texting}. Natch!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: OPI Lisbon Nail Lacquer Collection in You've Got Nata On Me

Three coats of OPI Lisbon Nail Lacquer Collection in You've Got Nata On Me. Peach Creme.

I can never resist a peach hue for the warmer months so I had to take You've Got Nata On Me home when I spotted it at Ulta.

This color is gorgeous for those of you who love a feminine, playful shade! I found that this one was a liiiittle bit patchy after two coats, so I went for a third to give it that opaque perfection you see here. The color is ultra-buildable, and has amazing longevity. Grab this beauty while you can!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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mood

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lovers cove

Free People Lovers Cove Minidress in DUSTY MAUVE.

That tassel detailing tho!

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happy memorial day babes!

cheers to the beginning of another stellar summer!

happy happy!


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OPI Lisbon Collection Nail Lacquer Mini 4PC Swatches + Review

I have been donning dark hues for months now; so when I saw the OPI Lisbon Collection Nail Lacquer Mini 4PC Set I immediately snatched it up! Those brights! Those spring feels! I legit could not resist! And let me tell you babes...from the first shade to the very last, this quartet is bomb! Take a peek at all of the pretty in 3, 2...

Tile Art to Warm Your Heart is a Mosaic Blue Creme. Spring-into-summer is legit not complete without a bright blue polish in your life - and this bad boy is one of the supercalifragibest I have ever laid hands on! Aside from being a brilliant bright, the formula of Tile Art to Warm Your Heart is just bomb! I wore this shade for 7 days without any tipwear or chips. True story babes! This one is a keeper! This is 2 coats.

You've Got Nata On Me is a Peach Creme. I can never resist a peach hue for the warmer months so I had to take You've Got Nata On Me home when I spotted it at Ulta. This color is gorgeous for those of you who love a feminine, playful shade! I found that this one was a liiiittle bit patchy after two coats, so I went for a third to give it that opaque perfection you see here. The color is ultra-buildable, and has amazing longevity. Grab this beauty while you can! This is 3 coats.

Suzi Chases Portu-Geese is a White Creme. Ermagersh I am in l-o l-o l-o l-o-v-e with this color! Babes, you all know how much I adore a white crème, and this beauty right here is one of the. best. Not only does it reach opacity in just two coats; it also makes you look super duper tan, and stays fresh for a full week! Repeat-wearing this baby! This is 2 coats.

Closer Than You Might Belem is a Sea Green Creme. Soooooo... this color. Pretty for spring, yes; but simply not my cup of tea. Don't get me wrong, Closer Than You Might Belem is a total winner for those of you who dig a Tiffany blue, or dusty mint green; but I prefer my mints and blues a bit brighter, and not so muted. Formula-wise Closer Than You Might Belem is good - slightly thin, but easy to build. While I only used two coats for these swatches; part of me would recommend trying a third to make it feel heartier and less prone to chips. Just saying. This is 2 coats.

AVAILABILITY: Ulta.

PRICE: $14.50 for the 4PC Mini Set; $10.50 for each full-size bottle.


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can't wait to swim

Free People Can't Wait to Swim Maxi Dress in PURPLE.

Never have I ever fallen for a maxi; but the lace detailing on this beauty has me wanting it in every. single. color.

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