Spring is one of the best times in Georgia, because the weather is seriously perfect! Unfortunately, it doesn't last too long, and the excruciating heat sets in. Below are a few spring favorites right now, I am especially loving the scarf, blush bag, and J.Crew earrings:
Yao Cheng flora print via Minted {here}
Bijou candle in "Bois de Vanille" {here}
Tarte lip pencil via Sephora {here}
Illesteva sunglasses via Net-A-Porter {here}
Mansur Gavriel saddle leather bag via Net-A-Porter {here}
S'Well rose gold water bottle via Nordstrom {here}
NARS eyeshadow in "Outer Limits" via Sephora {here}
Happy Gift Guide season! I love checking out gift guides on all different types of blogs, but I also love creating my own. I love every single one of these items below, and they're all $50 or under! Time to get to shopping :)
J.Crew Factory leopard loafers {here}
"Cooking for Jeffrey: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook" via Food52 {here}
Anthropologie gilded votive set {here}
Tarte eyeshadow palette via Sephora {here}
McFadden Farm fresh bay leaf wreath via Etsy {here}
J.Crew lucite necklace {here}
J.Crew Factory sweater {here}
The Grove Street Press New Orleans Shotgun print {here}
Heirloomed holiday tea towels (set of 2) via Food52 {here}
Matr Boomie hand painted floral box via The Little Market {here}
Suite One Studio french madeleine ornament {here}
Candlefish candle making kit {here}
I LOVE creating holiday gift guides this time of year, and I think it's because I love getting gifts for my friends and family so much. This gift guide is all items $25 and under which is probably my favorite category; the less expensive the gift, usually the more thoughtful and unique!
H&M knit scarf {here} $10
Illume holiday matches via Anthropologie {here} $8
J.Crew socks {here} $16.50
Tarte deluxe lipstick set via Sephora {here} $21
J.Crew Factory knit hat {here} $13.50
Brooklyn Candle Studio Christmas scented candle via Etsy {here} $24
Garance Doré x Rifle Paper Co. coasters {here} $12
Kate Spade thermal mug {here} $18
BaubleBar teardrop frost bracelet {here} $10
Maple marshmallows via Terrain {here} $10
As much as I love darker shades of nail polish for fall, I equally love darker shades of make-up! Below are a few fall beauty items that I would love to test out this season {and would love Santa to bring me!}:
NARS x Steven Klein "Dead of Summer" eyeshadow palette {here}
Olivia Palermo x Ciaté London smouldering eye palette via Sephora {here}
Estée Lauder pure color envy lipstick in "Vengeful Red" via Sephora {here}
Urban Decay lipstick in "Shame" via {here}
Marc Jacobs Beauty lipstick in "Blow 210" via Sephora {here}
Tarte matte lip tint in "Tempted" via Beauty.com {here}
I came across this gorgeous photo on one of my favorite blogs {This Is Glamorous}, and it immediately made me want to take a French vacation! I love the idea of a straw summer hat, a pretty picnic blanket, and a basket filled with delicious French bread and pastries {and wine..}. Here are some items and accessories that I would include on this ideal summer getaway:
Ciate x Olivia Palermo nail polish in "Sundays" via Sephora {here}
Tiffany & Co. sunglasses via Sunglass Hut {here}
H&M picnic blanket {here}
Rag & Bone hat via Saks Fifth Avenue {here}
Tarte lipstick in "Pink Peony" via Beauty.com {here}
Belgrave Crescent bag via Shop This Is Glamorous {here}
Blush + neutrals will always be a favorite look, no matter what time of year. Below are a few of my current favorites styled into an outfit I wish I could wear; I need to snag some of those NARS x Christopher Kane products!
Alice + Olivia dress {here}
Kate Spade watch via Nordstrom {here}
NARS x Christopher Kane blush {here}
Paul Andrews shoes via Stylebop {here}
Tarte lipstick in "Park Ave Princess" via Macy's {here}
See by Chloe clutch via Net-A-Porter {here}
Yves Saint Laurent eyeshadow in "3 Marceau" via Net-A-Porter {here}
Just because it's dead of winter, doesn't mean you can't be inspired by flowers, pastels, and basically anything that is the opposite of winter; these are a few of my favorite items at the moment that are keeping me happy this winter {image via This Is Glamorous}:
1. Saint Laurent crossbody bag via Barney's {here}
2. Catbird NYC gold earrings {here}
3. Tarte lipstick in "Coral Blossom" via Beauty.com {here}
4. Rag & Bone sweater via La Garconne {here} <--- on sale!
5. Christian Louboutin pumps via Barney's {here}
Although I love eccentric colors and fashion statements, I often gravitate towards simple, polished looks that are timeless and so chic. Below is my idea of the PERFECT ladylike outfit for summer - how stunning is that bag!?
1. Tarte lipstick in "Angelic Nude" via Sephora {here}
2. Reiss dress {here} <--- on sale!
3. Givenchy nail polish in "Beige Mousseline" via Sephora {here}
4. Vaska bag via Boticca {here}
5. Elizabeth and James sunglasses via FORWARD by Elyse Walker {here} <--- on sale!
6. Topshop sandals {here}
