The Perfect Tee

I’ve been on a lifelong quest for the perfect tee.   I tend to gravitate towards a v-neck but don’t discriminate when it comes to the neckline so long as the fabric, cut, and quality are fabulous. There’s nothing worse than thinking you’ve found it, that elusive and perfect tee, only to wash it once, and have it turn to &*%$.  Kain, anyone??  I’m no stranger to the $100+ t-shirt and because I’m truly a jeans and a t-shirt girl I have no qualms spending that kind of $ on a tee. (I sit typing this at my super conservative office in, guess what? Jeans and a t-shirt!) I live in both closet staples and I dress them up and down depending on the occasion.

Here are a few of my current favs:

Office appropriate:

http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/longsleevetees/PRDOVR~76974/76974.jsp?TCode=GGBS00006&sisearchengine=197&siproduct=76974&noPopUp=true&origin=pla&cagpspn=pla&gclid=CIPsn7q3r7cCFVTl7AodwD0AZA

Weekend: (Cute w/ jeans but also works w/ yoga pants)

http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/knitstees/shortsleevetees/PRDOVR~71290/71290.jsp

Pretty close to perfect:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/rag-bone-jean-jackson-tee/3467596?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=rag_&_bone/jean_%27jackson%27_tee:651254&cm_pla=tops:women:t-shirt/tee&cm_ven=Google_Product_Ads&mr:referralID=109eadf5-c4a5-11e2-9dea-001b2166becc

Mine is chartreuse.

& Finally… drumroll…

The PERFECT tee by none other than James Perse:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/james-perse-v-neck-tee/3431576?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=james_perse_v-neck_tee:645989&cm_pla=tops:women:t-shirt/tee&cm_ven=Google_Product_Ads&mr:referralID=d7bdfa6c-c4a3-11e2-9dea-001b2166becc#BVRRWidgetID

Mine is in the palest of pale ice blues.  It’s to die for.  The sleeves are perfect in that they don’t hug your arm, the cut is perfect in the most flattering way.  The v-neck is low but not too low and the length is ideal to keep untucked or semi tucked.  The tiniest hint of sheerness but not quite "semi sheer".  I got mine in a JP size 4 (which apparently means I’m an 8x10) – I wear a size 4, size 26 jeans so keep that in mind if you think you’re are 1.  LOL

Sparkle in Laura Gellar’s Spackle

Laura Gellar’s Spackle Primer

One of the best primers on the market.  It’s such a nice texture and makes your skin look so smooth and even that it’s actually pretty worn alone.  Perfection in a tube that lasts and lasts – I cannot wait to try her other products!

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/laura-geller-beauty-spackle-under-make-up-primer/3440470?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=laura_geller_beauty_%27spackle%28r%29%27_under_make-up_primer:651806&cm_pla=makeup:women:foundation&cm_ven=Google_Product_Ads&mr:referralID=82b0d424-b71f-11e2-a969-001b2166c2c0

So Dahling!

My new favorite nail color (Dahling by Butter).  A fresh change from red but more fun than Essie's Mademoiselle or OPI's Bubble Bath.  As always, I love how Butter's polishes are all non toxic. Such a posh pink color!!

http://www.butterlondon.com/lacquers/3-free-lacquers/dahling

My Armani Mania

Armani’s sheer bronzer (1) is the most perfect bronzer EVER.  I just bought my 2^nd compact.  I’m almost at a loss for words because it’s honestly just perfection.  The lightest dusting of the color would work on even the palest skin while layers of this sheer gorgeousness would be equally as lovely and wearable on the darkest of complexions.  The micro fine formula can be used to contour or highlight.  The color goes on smooth, even and blends seamlessly.  The tiniest hint of shimmer (this usually scares me) just adds to the light, luminous effect this powder has on the skin.  Do yourself a favor and buy this STAT.  I swear you will instantly feel better about yourself.  It just might be the one product I could never live without.  

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446206285&CAWELAID=1353898162&cagpspn=pla&site_refer=GGLPRADS001

Armani Gloss d’armani (pink 514)

I’m so in love with the little guy below that, since he came into my life mid December, I’ve had to completely stop wearing colored lip gloss, because it is physically impossible for me to not kiss his head a million times a day.  

I’ve relied heavily on Sara Happ’s lip slip and Smith’s rosebud salve – lately I’m into Armani’s gloss in the light translucent pinky beige shimmer that is No. 514.  Armani’s glosses smell and feel fantastic – they’re soothing and look natural and glamorous all at the same time.  The best part, pucker up, because all this gloss leaves behind is the tiniest hint of shimmer and not a drop of stickiness.  There are at least a half dozen other translucent pink shimmers in the 500s that are just as fabulous. So fabulous for spring and summer with slightly bronzed skin and a smokey eye.

http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com/gloss-d%27armani-lip-gloss/A066,default,pd.html?dwvar_A066_color=514&cgid=lip-gloss

Eyes To Kill stretch lengthening mascara

Extremely lengthened and amplified lashes with no clumping even after 10 + swipes, I swear.  This formula is super easy to apply thanks to the chubby perfectly shaped wand which feathers, curves and elongates your fringe in seconds.  

http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com/eyes-to-kill-stretch-lengthening-mascara/A700,default,pd.html?dwvar_A700_color=1%20-%20black&start=4&cgid=mascara

Go blow some cash at an Armani counter this weekend and thank me on Monday! XOXO