Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Fall Beauty Trends: Holiday Look


skirt // top // heels (45% off!) // clutch // earrings // lips

Today is the 5th and final week of my Fall Beauty Trends series with Beauty Brands. I am show casing how I took all my favorite trends from over the last 4 weeks and put them together for one great holiday look! This time of year we have christmas parties, cookie gatherings, family get togethers, and so much more. I am taking all the tips and ticks I have shared over the previous posts to make ourselves feel and look out best this season!


Holiday Look essentials:
If you are roaming your closet having a hard time finding something to wear, settling for a black on black ensemble is always a chic idea. Adding accessories and beauty products is an easy way to spice the look up, as I did here with a pop of red in the lip, leopard clutch and nude heels to elongate the legs!

I used a few skin care products to achieve this look, especially since I have bare legs. I am usually paste white all year long, it gets even worse in the summer so I make sure to self tan with St. Tropez's self tanner in the winter months. Usually one application a week is good on Thursday evening so I am set for the weekend! I also like to keep my skin extra hydrated by using Hemp Body Moisture! It is amazing and keeps the dry flaky skin limited during these cold months. 

Next up, I styled my hair little more festive than usual. If you remember last weeks hair tutorial, I mentioned a deeper side part can change up your look drastically. It allows for any statement earrings to show at all time!

I toped the look off with a bold red lip by Julep. I chose a glossier shimmer color for two reasons; 1. it adds moisture to the lips and 2. I think a shiny shimmer looks is very festive for this time of year! I also made sure to follow my winter make up tutorial (from week 3!) which adds a little more color and contour to my face as well. The Tarte palette is truly amazing, so many different looks can come from one pallet! I highly recommend. 

Hope you enjoyed my 5 weeks series of beauty. Hope some of my tips and tricks helped and will continue to help you through this holiday season! If you missed any of the previous posts you can catch them below:
week 1 - Fall Lips

* This post was sponsored by Beauty Brands, all opinions and reviews are my own.

Monday, November 28, 2016

Cyber Monday Deals




sleep shorts - was $30 ----- now $16.07
free people socks -was $24 ------- now $12.85
beanie - 30% off $18.50
camo joggers - was $59.90 ----- now $29.95
scarf - $24.99 (spend $30 get 20% off!)
navy dress - was $48 ---- now $25.72 (comes in 4 colors!)
lace top - was $44.90 ---- now $22.45
burgundy jacket - was $58 ---- now $30.31
sweater dress - was $69.90 --- now $34.95
white coat - was $228 ----- now $119.91


So many great deals STILL going on! Make sure to take advantage of CYBER MONDAY!

ASOS - 30% off using code THANKFUL30


EXPRESS - 50% off everything

Nordstrom - up to 40% off and an additional 20% off select items

Old Navy - 50% off everything!

Target - add an additional 15% off at checkout

H&M - 20% off $30, 25% off $50, and 30% off $100



Friday, November 25, 2016

Black Friday Deals!


dress (only $46!) // jacket (under $100!)  // bag (on sale!!) // boots (on sale for $35!) // earrings (only $20) // bracelet (on sale for $28) // lips in brave

Happy BLACK FRIDAY! One of the biggest shopping days of the year, amazing right?! I used to go to the stores and battle the crowds until I realized shopping fro my cozy bed on my computer was so much better. With all the free shipping and huge discounts online is where its at. Today I have put together a list of my favorite stores with their discount codes! Scroll to the bottom of the post to see more!


BLACK FRIDAY DEALS:

Ann Taylor - 50% off using code: CELEBRATE
Anthropologie - 30% off using code: LETSGO
ASOS - 30% off using code: THANKFUL30
Banana Republic - 50% off 5 regular priced items using code: BRFIVE and 40% off the rest of your purchase with code: BRFROSTY
BaubleBar - 30% off using code: THANKS30
EXPRESS - 50% off sitewide + free shipping 
GAP - 50% off using code: TGIF50
H&M - 30% off entire purchase using code: 2873
J.Crew - 40% off using code: HOLIDAY
LOFT - 50% off using code: FRIYAY
MACY'S - 20% off + free shipping over $50 using code: THANKS
Nordstrom - up to 40% off designer collections + up to 20% off regular items
OLD NAVY - up to almost 50% off everything at checkout (*add item to bag then head to check out to see discount!)
TARGET - 30% off clothes, shoes, and accessories

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Fall Beauty Trend: Hair



I am so excited to share with you one of my favorite winter hair styles. I typically wear my hair the same year round only make a few changes BUT those changes can really make a difference. Take a look at what products I use from stepping out of the shower to stepping out of the house!


Starting as soon as I get out of the shower I spray my it's a 10 light (since I have fine hair I like the light!) leave in conditioner. Before brushing I take one pump of the Moroccanoil treatment and apply it to my ends for moisture and protection!


Just before I blow dry I use this Kenra thickening mousse which I have found to be life changing! I have only been using it for 3 weeks but I LOVE it! It does not leave my hair crunch or have a weird texture, it simply adds a little thickness to my think lock. Next I spray just two sprays of this Kenra blow dry mist for extra heat protection on my blonde hair. My hair usually breaks really easily and in the process of trying to get it healthy I have found thermal protectants to be key. 


My final steps I will show in detail below! 


After my hair is blowdried I try to wait a few hours before applying more heat such as a curling iron or straightener. I use another heat protectant, the S factor and spray lightly all over my hair making sure I get the ends.  I tent to do a deeper side part in the winter months, not a middle part at all and for a more elegant look I do a really deep side part. 


The next step is the actual curling. I like the 1" curling iron for a more curled look. I always make sure to curl away from my face!! That is a super important key component. Another important part of this look is keeping the last inch or so of my hair out of the curling iron. This gives a more messy natural look rather than ringlets. Also, sine I am trying to grow my hair out I find it allows my hair to appear longer as well!

I make sure to curl both side away from my face not just one!


The final step is to spray using Kenra Volume Spray. Its the best hairspray I have ever used leaving again no crunchy or sticky feeling!


There you have it! Easy peasy and an every day perfect look or even holiday party appropriate! Remember the three key points: 1. use a smaller curling iron than you do for beachy summer waves, 2. curl away from your face, and 3. leave about an inch of hair out at the end.

This concludes week 4 of my 5 week Fall Beauty Trends with Beauty Brands. Next week is week 5, make sure you check back in to what I have specially for you!

* Thank you to Beauty Brands for sponsoring this post, all optioning and reviews are my own. 
Tuesday, November 22, 2016

body-con dress + oversized scarf




I have been eyeing this long sleeve body-con dress for some time. I would walk by it in the store or scroll by it online and never actually try it on. Then last week I had Stephen with me shopping, yes I know what was I thinking? lol and he picked it up and said try this! So I did. AND let me just tell you.... it is seriously so flattering! I don't typically like body-con dresses or skirt because I get self conscious about my hips and thighs but this dress was incredibly flattering in all areas! I paired it with these go to black booties and this oversized blanket scarf which you can wear around your neck or as a shall around your shoulders. 

With Thanksgiving being this Thursday and Black Friday coming at the end of the week stay tuned for major sale alters and wish lists! I usually get all my christmas shopping done early, these sales are just too good to pass up!

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