Category Archives: style

dollar shave club

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And here’s my review of the awesome Dollar Shave Club!

I’m a total sucker for packaging and from their creative website and commercial I expected a lot. And Dollar Shave Club did not disappoint! The logo is hip and masculine, and your first delivery comes in this awesome kraft envelope.

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In your first delivery you’ll get the blades (of course), but also a super nice handle, and note of sorts from the company.

And I just loooooove their cheeky notes. I’m not sure if you can read it from this picture but it says “Official Member, Present this membership card at any bar in America for a free drink*” with the * reading: “Not really; Please don’t drink and shave”. LOVE.

Here it is with the blade on it. And my husband just looooooves it. Truth be told, I love it too – I’ve definitely used it on my legs…

And that’s my unsponsored totally truthful review! Such a great idea, and I wish the company lots of success. If you’re interested in getting this for you or a man in your life, here is the link!

A super subscription service

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The winner of the Too Faced make up has been notified! I used a random number generator found here to decide for me.

I’ve told you all about Birchbox, the beauty subscription program for women, but I just found a program that I think I might like even better. It’s called the Dollar Shave Club, and it’s a subscription program that sends you razor handle/body right away, and then new razor blades every month so you don’t have to remember to buy it. Better yet, it’s $1, $6, or $9 a month – depending on the blades that you choose. Check out their awesomely amusing commercial:

As soon as I found this website I had to order it right away for my fiancé, and he’s really looking forward to his first delivery. (You can order it for yourself too! I’m sure I’ll find myself using them…). I’ll have to post our review when it arrives!

Are there any other awesome subscription services I’m missing? Let me know!

Giveaway: Too Faced Cosmetics

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My amazing aunt and uncle and parents threw my fiancé and me a family wedding shower on Sunday (thank you!), so it was the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and try out some awesome new Too Faced make-up I recently got my hands on. And here is the best part: I’m giving away everything below. See the end of this post for details!

After trying this foundation once I’m pretty sure I’ll be wearing it all summer. It’s really light, has just enough coverage, gives a hint of shimmer, and has SPF 20 (because who wants to age prematurely?)

It turns out this eyeliner is not just eyeliner, it’s a Long-Stemmed Lashes Lash Enhancing Serum & Eyeliner Duo. Apparently after 4 – 8 weeks your eyelashes will be longer and thicker – yes please! Beyond that lovely benefit this liquid eyeliner was really easy to use and stayed put all day.

 This blush (first on the left) was really subtle and was a great mix between bronzer and blush. It will be great for weekend picnics or weekday work!

And this eyeshadow set is just the greatest. The first trio is matte and the other two are shimmery, one more than the other. I’m really looking forward to using these all summer – maybe even for my wedding?! It managed to outlast the sunshine of Sunday!

Here’s a little sample of how I used it on Sunday.

How to win: All you have to do to win everything here is head over to Too Faced’s facebook page here and “like” the page, and then comment on this post to let me know you’ve done so. And that’s it! You have until Thursday 9:00pm PST.

(Sorry, you have to live in the continental US to win. And stay tuned – I’ll be giving away more next week!)

wedding wednesdays: table dressings and tea lights

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Hi friends!

So last week it seemed that a lot of people like little lovelies as much as I do! So I thought I’d do another post since, let’s be honest, they’re still on my mind. I’m so inspired! I’d love to hear which one is your favorite or what little details made your day special.

All of these week’s images are from the wonderful site Green Wedding Shoes. Enjoy!

I love the peacock feather tucked in the napkin. The perfect splash of color.

I love these vintage touches! Such a creative way to display the table cards

These blue mason jars add the perfect pop of color to a neutral room

I love the playful crowns, but the true subject of this photo is the joy on their faces!

I’m totally crushing on succulents right now…

What can I say, I’m still obsessed with handmade pieces for the ceremony…

What a cute sign! It could also read, “We made it!”

I love these lights hanging from the trees. So dreamy.

Also, don’t forget about this Instagram photo contest – I can’t wait to see your photos and see who wins the Starbucks gift card!

on to warmer days…

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Hello dear friends!

It was gorgeous this past weekend, and now has been cold and rainy during the week (hello spring! where are you?) so I’m doing what I often do when I wish it were warmer… plan out outfits for the warmer days ahead.
nautical

Also…
  • Loving this gold statement necklace
  • What a lovely white dress! So timeless.
  • Fascinating study about walking and the natural behavior of pedestrians
  • If I didn’t already have my wedding shoes (and had unlimited resources), I would want these heels!
  • Hahahha… oh the next generation
  • I want to buy the waffle maker that made this for my lovely friend Claire
  • Perfect polka dot shirt 

wedding wednesday: little lovelies

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Hi friends!

Welcome to this week’s Wedding Wednesday! As I might have mentioned last week, we have a lot of the big stuff done (photographers, DJ, food, etc.) and now it’s all about the details! So I’ve started to scour blogs to find some inspiration for the little lovely touches that will really make it our day. Today’s images are from 100 Layer Cake.

Do you have any favorite details that you’ve seen or you incorporated in your own big day?

I loooove these hand painted paper bags from this wedding!.

I think I may have posted this picture before, but I’m so obsessed with this blush draping from this wedding. I feel like I could make this. Has anyone tried making something like this?

I’ve long been obsessed with bunting. Definitely incorporating some bunting somewhere! We even used some bunting in our engagement photos. (source)

There are a few benches and the like around the venue so I really want to incorporate matching pillows and throws. (source)

Looooving the colored glasses and billy balls. We all know I’m kind of a sucker for anything French inspired like this shoot

Look at these gorgeous feather stirrers! Tutorial to make them here.

 This cake topper is so fun, whimsical, and simple. (source)

wedding wednesday: it’s all about the accessories

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If you don’t want to hear about wedding planning I totally understand if you want to stop reading. Promise. Feel free to skip it all together or just admire the pretty photos. We’ll see you back again tomorrow.

Okay, you’ve got the dress, the colors picked out, the photographers – all the big things. Phew. Give yourself a pat on the back. That was tough/ nerve-wracking/ exhausting/ exhilarating/ fun. So what’s next on your wedding planning list? Accessories and detailed decor, of course. (because let’s be real, decor is just accessories for the table, right?) So today I’m focusing on hair. I’m not sure I could pull off these gorgeous pieces from Mignonne Handmade, but I’d sure like to try.  That might be hard though because I can’t pick a favorite!

All photos via Etsy shop Mignonne Handmade 

spring is imminent

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I hope you all had a great weekend and St. Patrick’s day! The weather was uncharacteristically dreary and cold here in Los Angeles, so I spent most of it inside with some good reading, baking, and soup. But tomorrow marks the first official day of spring and I’m looking forward to some warmer weather!

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Here are some other things on my spring wardrobe wishlist:

  • This would be a perfect summer bag!
  • Love the lace on this top
  • I could wear this dress everywhere! (loving the blue and coral)
  • These shoes are timeless
  • Loving this gold necklace