Fall layers

Jacket, Turtleneck, Pants, Bag, Sunglasses, Flats

Holiday Party dresses under $150

If you are like me you always wait until the last minute to find that perfect frock for holiday parties.  Not this year my friends!!!  I have rounded up my top picks to get your cute booty covered this holiday party season.  Bonus also is that they are all under $150!  You are welcome! 

Pumpkin Enzyme mask

Why not put your left over pumpkin puree to good use!  The enzymes in pumpkin are so good for your skin and work as natural exfoliators leaving your skin smooth and glowing.  It is packed with Vitamin A and C , zinc and alpha hydroxy acids that help aid in skin turn over.  And best part is you can grab all the ingredients out of your pantry and fridge.  

You will need:

2tsp pumpkin puree ( I used canned)

1/2 tsp honey ( raw is best)

1/2 tsp milk 

Step 1: Mix ingredients together to create smooth consistency. 

Step 2: Grab a small handful of the mixture and massage into face avoiding eyes.

Step 3: Let mask sit for 10-15 minutes then rinse with warm washcloth.  Follow with favorite moisturizer.

For extra dry skin additives check out my full article on Momtastic. 

Ruffled and off the shoulder

Blouse, Jeans, Bag, Heels , Sunglasses

Fringed dress

My favorite pieces are ones that can be transitional from professional to personal life.  I loved this shaggy open back number because I could dress it up for work as I did here. Or if you wanted to take it to a date night, you could add over the knee boots and a black coat.  

Sunglasses, Jacket, Dress on sale, Bag, Heels

Pins of the Weeks

xoxo

Kitchen dreaming

Blush stones and pearls really make everything better

This burgundy color is my all time Fall fave.  I'm declaring it a neutral. 

Cranberry Thyme Gin and Tonic seems to be all things right. 

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Work Wednesday

Sunglasses,  similar Coat , Bag, similar Heels, Slacks, Watch

Tutorial Tuesday: How to use a Beauty Blender like a pro

I get asked constantly what the heck you are supposed to do with that "pink egg" aka Beauty Blender.  Why are their so many options?  Why do you need one?  Don't fret!  This little "pink egg" will be your new best friend after my easy "how to" steps. 

Step 1: First, moisturize your face then apply your favorite primer to your full face and neck.  Moisten your Beauty Blender with Rose water spray.  I use MAC Fix+.

Step 2: Apply a nickel size amount of your favorite liquid foundation to the back of your hand. Dab damp Beauty Blender into foundation.  

Step 3: Using dabbing motions , press foundation into skin.

Step 4: Continue dabbing until you've blended your face fully. For fuller coverage, apply more foundation. Top foundation with dust of loose setting powder and continue with bronzer and blush. 

Grey on Grey

Hat, Jacket, Turtleneck, Bag, Boyfriend Jeans, Booties

Pins of the Week

I'm loving mustard so much this Fall!  Love it paired with clean black and white.

Battling everyday all day.

You don't even know the amount of work I'd get done is this beyond

Sea Salt chocolate chip cookies….OMG

Nothing I love more than swept up, knotted hair.  

Tutorial Tuesday | Quick Fall Makeup tutorial

I love a quick and chic makeup look that gets me out the door quickly and stays put.  Below are my tried and true favorite makeup products along with my super quick Fall makeup look. 

Step 1: Exfoliate and moisturize skin before applying a medium coverage foundation.  

Step 2: Using a brightening concealer, conceal dark circles by creating V shape from center of eye to end of nose to outer corner of eye.  Pat with finger to blend.

Step 3: Using a fluffy brush set makeup with loose powder to keep makeup in place all day.

Step 4: Dust bronzer onto cheeks and temples with a fan brush.  Top with favorite blush. 

Step 5:  Apply 2-3 coats of black mascara to lashes and brush up brows to wake up eyes.  

Step 6: Line lips with lip liner and apply your favorite fall lipstick shade.  I swear by lip stains when using a darker lip. 

Step 7: Top off look with an illuminator to cheekbones and temples to make skin glow. 

Free People Grey Dress

Dress, Belt, Bag, Sunglasses, Heels

Pins of the Week

I'd let my littles frolic all day long if my bedroom looked like this. Heck I'd frolic!

Chicest woman in the world award goes to….

Winter wedding perfection

Is it overkill to set my table like this every night?  

Now it's a party!- source unknown

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Work Wednesday

Earrings, Sweater, Top,Sunglasses ( similar here),  Bag, Pants ( similar here ), Flats ( similar here )

Tutorial Tuesday : How to spice up your ponytail

Let's be real!  The main reason I have two inches of hair is because I have no patience to do anything with my hair on a daily basis.  For you ladies that aren't ready to take the short hair plunge I've got your "go to " ponytail spiced up.  

Step 1:  Using second day hair or loosely curled hair.  Douse hair with a good dose of dry shampoo to give hair some grit. 

Step 2: Gather hair to crown of head and secure with clear rubber band. 

Step 3: Braid your pony tail and secure at bottom with another clear rubber band.  Pull and tug braid to create loose look as you like. 

Step 4: Wrap a small amount of hair around the bottom rubber band and fasten into braid with a bobby pin.  

The key to this look is that is effortless yet so chic.  This is a great look for an evening out or even the gym.  Super versatile.  

To see more of my ponytail spice ups visit here.

Yellow Oversized Sweater

Sweater, Bag, Jeans, Sunglasses, Booties

Pins of the Week

This stunning soiree makes we want to clink glasses and break bread with friends.

This jacket is about the prettiest thing ever!

Teal and french bistro chairs could make any morning happy. 

Tuscan Pear Cocktail…I'm there

Red lips for life!  Welcome Fall!

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Blue Fringe

Romper, Bag, Sunglasses, Heels, Lipstick

Tutorial Tuesday: 2 minute Side Bun

Most of us busy girls have two seconds to get out the door and look chic! Always seems impossible but don't you fret!  I have started this new series to help you hustling ladies out!  I will go through various quick tips and looks to help you get out the door looking fabulous!  I will also give my top product recommendations below so you can get situated with the right tools.  

To kick off our first Tutorial Tuesday, we have this super cute and simple side bun. 

Step 1:  Start by loosely curling hair or best on second day hair that is already curled.  Blast hair with a good dose of Dry Shampoo to add some grit to hair. 

Step 2: Gather hair to side and fasten near lower ear.  Pull rubber band down a little  to loosen. 

Step 3: Split ponytail into two sections and loosely twist them around each other to bottom.

Step 4: Wrap the twisted ponytail around the rubber band to create bun.  Keep loose so make sure bun looks casual and effortless

Step 5: Fasten around the bun with a couple pins.  Fluff as you like. Mist with hairspray.

Products to create this look below

See full tutorial in pictures here!!  

Black and white plaid

Top is sold out but similar and great for fall here, Hat, Bag, Jeans, Sunglasses,