Truth

Just saw this quote on Pinterest and it was just to perfect not to share. After coming off the worst year in my life, this is turning out to be one of the best. I have changed drastically and the way I live my life has changed drastically. Those who know me are rolling their eyes because I'm the biggest Meryl Streep fan, but she is perfect in my eyes.

 

 

Everything is Rosey

Some people have a signature scent, but not me. I am always mixing up my fragrances because I get bored easy. Lately, I have been drawn to anything with a rose scent. I'm not sure if it is because I am in a very good season in my life or what. Here are some of my current favs:

 

I have been using this spray for years. I keep a bottle at home and at my desk at work. It is great to set your makeup or just refresh your skin throughout the day. Plus, it is only $7 and will last a long time.

I absolutely love shopping at Lush! I try to avoid chemical and strong ingredients, and Lush is free from any of that. I picked up some of the Lush Rose Jam bath bombs and they are the perfect treat after a long day. You can break them in half and get two baths from one bomb. Also, try Sex Bomb from Lush for a bath that is filled with amazing rose petals.

This Rose scented Argan Body Conditioner is the best lotion I've ever tried. Not only does it smell heavenly it makes your skin feel as smooth as all Lush Products do. I am obsessed with this stuff.

A client gifted me with this Diptyque Roses candle. They didn't even know it is my current fragrance of choice, and I am in love with it!

 

Fall Favs and wants

Hello October! My favorite month of the year is here! The cooler weather, apple cider, pumpkin everything and pulling out the fall clothes just makes me so happy. This month will have a lot to live up to since September was one of my favorite months ever! After hitting a wall and facing burnout earlier in the year, doors have opened and I'm so re-energized! Will share some exciting news soon.
Back to my favs and wants this fall:

 

 

Saw this Rebecca Taylor Jacket on Happily Grey's blog and immediately fell in love. Unfortunately, it is not budget friendly so I'm keeping my eyes out for a dupe.

My motorcycle jacket finally gave up after many fall/winter seasons. I love this one from Madewell!

Plaid shirts! This one is perfect for fall!

I'm loving the color Burgandy right now. And I may have just ordered this sweater. I'm so weak.

Ask any of friends about my lipstick problem and they will go on and on, but I can't help it. I love a good lipstick. Out of all the lipsticks I have if I had to choose one it would be Rebel from MAC. I LOVE this color so much! It looks great on any skin color, and I am never without it.

There is always a candle burning in my place. My favorite for fall is by far Leaves from Bath and Body Works. I know this is a cult favorite and can be hard to find sometimes so that is why I stock up every fall. The notes are: a rich blend of golden nectar, red apple and spiced berries. Basically, it's just everything great about fall in a candle.

This has nothing to do with fall, but my parents are going to get me some new lighting for my dining room and currently, this lighting fixture from West Elm is my favorite. It's such a hard decision because there are so many great fixtures out there to choose from!

 Finally, this video makes me happy and shows off our amazing city!

 

 

Vacation Time

I haven't been this excited in a long time! I'm actually going on a real vacation soon. Believe it or not, I haven't been on a legit vacation my whole adult life. Sad...but true! Let's just say life happens, and this year I decided I was tired of looking at everyone's pictures so I'm going! It feels like I booked my ticket years ago but it is almost here!

 

I decided to do some shopping this past weekend since there were so many Friends & Family deals going on and I have rewards and gift cards I need to use. I was not a fan of Banana Republic's spring or summer lines, but their fall line is so much better! I bought a few fall items since it was 50% off, and managed to find a few things for my trip. First, I bought a white graphic t-shirt that says Out of Office, because that is my plan. No emails....nothing! I love to wear graphic t-shirts under a black blazer or cardigan (not available online yet).

Picked up this weekender bag which I love and will use as a carry on bag. (sold out online)

 

 

Loved this skirt when I tried it on and thought it would be great for shopping and/or dinner (Here)

 

 

Love to wear bright pink and since I don't have a lot of dresses I loved how this fit and how comfortable it was. (Here)

 

This Michael Kors coverup was on clearance at Nordstrom! I loved it even though it doesn't look like a coverup. (Here)

I definitely plan on shopping some on my trip and hopefully visit stores and boutiques we don't have in Nashville. I just can't wait to get out of town and completely forget about work and all my side projects. I must shut this brain off for awhile which will be a challenge, but I am ready for it.

 

fashionABLE

If you haven't heard of fashionABLE you must check them out. I have an insane scarf collection and fashionABLE is one of my favorite places to buy them. Plus, when you buy a scarf or accessory it is for a good cause. Several celebrities have been photographed wearing these scarves giving this cause some great media coverage.  Each purchase of a fashionABLE product creates sustainable business in Africa.  Each item you purchase comes with a handwritten thank you note from the woman who made it. It's an amazing cause and fashionABLE is headquartered in Nashville!  They are currently running a 25% off promo! So check them out at www.livefashionable.com and make a difference in these women's lives! The fall collection will be out soon.

 

 

Also, Niki Taylor has partnered with Style Haul to start her own Youtube channel. Check it out and subscribe! Niki is a legend in the fashion world and one of the nicest people I know! 

 

 

 

 

New Favorite!

I wasn't sure if I was going to keep this blog or not because I am not happy with the name. However, the last post got over 1,000 views so I may play around a little more.

I discovered a new favorite product last month! It's the Clarins Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster. Since my skin and the sun don't get a long I spray tan a lot. Anyone who does this knows how hard it is to keep color on your face if you use a decent cleanser. With this product you just add a few drops to your moisturizer at night or in the morning and it adds the perfect touch of color. Tip: Make sure your moisturizer has dried before bed because it will stain your pillowcase.

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Nordstrom   **  Sephora

Top Shelf

 

One of my favorite blogs is Into The Gloss which was started by former Vogue Editor Emily Weiss. She covers some of the most interesting and diverse topics. Each Tuesday they have a feature called "Top Shelf" where they take a peak into the bathrooms of editors, dancers, actors, models and every day people. I love seeing what kind of products people use plus it's kind of voyeuristic which is fun. So, I decided to take my first stab at blogging by sharing some of the products I'm currently using. Maybe I'll be able to provide a look into some other interesting Nashville bathrooms as well in the future...there is your warning!

Top Row
Mario Badescu Drying Lotion - There is a reason why this is a cult favorite! Put it on a blemish at night and it dries up and is gone the next morning. Tip: Don't shake the bottle. The product needs to remain separate. Just stick a q-tip straight down into the bottle and apply.
Morroccan Oil - My hair is horribly frizzy and this stuff is amazing!
Glam Glow Youthmud - Love this mask. Sephora sells a $15 bottle but you have to ask for it.
Philosophy Micro Delivery Cleanser - This stuff is amazing but I only use once a week because my skin is sensitive.

Middle Row
Aveda Pure Abundance Hair Potion - Love this product! It gives your hair that dirty feeling which makes it easier to style.
MAC Fix Plus - I use this every day to set my makeup. It's full of vitamins and is made up of green tea, chamomile and cucumber. Tip: if you use mineral eye shadow or MAC Pigments spray this on your brush for easy application.
Philosophy Hope In The Jar Night - I love the regular Hope In A Jar and will not re-purchase this product. It is much thicker than the original and left my skin feeling greasy.
Tarte Marajuca Eye Cream - I liked this product a lot but will probably choose something different next time. I'm still on the hunt for a good eye cream.

Bottom Row:
A bunch of samples from Revive, Bliss and Philosophy
Aveda Purifying Cleanser - I love this cleanser. It is gentle and removes all my makeup. Will definitely re-purchase this.
Bare Mineral Skin Rev-er Upper - I have used this every morning for five years. I love how it absorbs into my skin and makes a huge difference in applying makeup. It's full of vitamins and I can't live without it.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Rose Water - This product is heaven. I keep a bottle of it in my office at work as well, and it is a great way to re-fresh your skin throughout the day.

You can find Lush Cosmetics in almost every country, and I was ecstatic to see it open at the Mall of Green Hills. Lush has some of the best skin care, shower gels, bath bombs and soaps. They are pricey but use all natural ingredients, and once you try it you will be hooked.  I bought two chunks of their soap in Dirty and Sexy Peel (shown above). I just wish I had a great bathtub to use their bath bombs. If you can find Sex Bomb in stock get it. It's their best seller and fills your tub with rose petals.