Late to the Party

Clarisonic

I finally got a Clarisonic – yes, I’m a decade late & I really don’t know why I waited so long.  In short, everything everyone says about these facial brushes is true.  It makes skin radiant, smooth, and baby soft after just one use.  Slowly you see blackheads disappear and pores look smaller due to their being squeaky clean.  Moisturizers, serums, toners & essences are all more effective.  It’s pretty phenomenal. 

 

http://www.clarisonic.com/shop-our-products/clarisonic-mia-CL11.html

 

Ultra dewy complexion Perfector

I am especially enjoying this Edward Bess dewy complexion perfector after washing my face.  It is so seamless and pretty and leaves your skin so glowy & youthful looking.  A little bit of this formula goes a very long way but doesn’t feel heavy at all – the coverage is very sheer and light.  Amaze.  Perfect for the drier Fall and Winter months.

 

http://www.edwardbess.com/

Tint-In-Oil

YSL Volupte Tint-In-Oil

If I had to invent a lip gloss/balm this would be it.  It’s seriously a dream.  I love it so much I immediately bought 2 colors.  The formula is a super sheer tint that doubles as a deep conditioning oil.  Your lips are immediately super soft & have the most gorgeous natural glow.  If you refrain from eating, drinking or kissing immediately you’ll find that it almost acts as a lip stain with a glossy smooth finish.  I loved every color I tried.  My favorite was “I Rose You” – the most beautiful pale baby pink shimmer.  Yum. 

 

 

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/yves-saint-laurent-volupte-tint-in-oil/3953649?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=1251

More later in the week on the two products below which make weekends a breeze! #glossier

 

Right now I can't live without...

Omorvicza Hydra Lift Cream

 

I use this as my night cream, I wake up plumped, firm & fresh.

I find it keeps my skin looking better throughout the day as well.  Hydration is key.

 

 

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/Omorovicza-Intensive-Hydralift-Cream-50mL/prod155530035/p.prod

 Revision Intellishade Tinted Moisturizer SPF 45

Words cannot even describe how happy this tinted moisturizer makes me.  I own the original (dewy) and matte version – where have you been all my life?  Read the reviews anywhere, this stuff is medical grade and magic.

http://www.skinmedix.com/products/Revision-Intellishade-Tinted-Moisturizer-SPF-45-Original.html?gclid=CMbBlsGT_sYCFUg8gQodbEYA1A

 Jo Malone’s candles/diffusers

My favorite candles are Wood Sage & Sea Salt and Incense & Embers.  My favorite diffuser is Red Roses.  AMAZING.  They make coming home even more relaxing & make weekends in (these are frequent lately due to record heat and humidity in the south) super cozy.

http://www.jomalone.com/products/15224/Bath-Body/New-Ways-to-Indulge#

 

Hometown Love

Imogene + Willie Tees

I have to give major props to a local favorite store, Imogene + Willie, for creating a line of seriously killer tees and tanks.  I snapped up a white tank & gray tee but could have honestly grabbed every single one.  I’ve been wearing Hanes men’s white undershirts forever (at my skinniest & most pregnant I still wore the same size & felt my best) – Imogene’s white tank is basically a better version.  The material is perfection & the fit is extremely flattering. 

It’s no secret that I love a good tee (hello life uniform!) and this cute gray “Welcome” tee is cut from the softest fabric that provides for another ultra-flattering fit.  It has the ideal “tee shirt neck” – other tee connoisseurs will know exactly what I mean & the sleeves are the best length. 

I will be wearing these both well into Fall & Winter under my favorite flannels & jackets. Apparently fans of this store stretch way west to California as a lovely & quite friendly Kate Capeshaw (aka Mrs. Steven Spielberg) stood next to me in line.

 

http://shop.imogeneandwillie.com/pages/womens

*Images via Imogene + Willie

Smooth Operator

RMS Beauty “un cover up”

This is honestly a life changer of a product for me & I’m forever grateful to my friends at Private Edition for introducing me to the brand this weekend.  As stated multiple times recently, I’m over foundation.  I am gravitating towards sheer tinted moisturizers or skin tints (hello, Glossier!) – The product in this little glass pot literally melts into your skin immediately banishing redness, dark spots, and enlarged pores.  I swear, it is magic.  You can use it as foundation, concealer, or cover up.  I have been adding a couple pats to the areas of my face that still have a fair amount of redness after I apply my skin tint/moisturizer.  The results is gorgeous & perfection.  I am truly in awe & can’t stop checking out my reflection in the mirror.  I swear, my skin has never looked so amazing. I bought shade #22, which is yellow based and their biggest seller.

 

Keep in mind this is an organic company & one of the key ingredients in this product is coconut oil. 

http://www.beauty.com/products/prod.asp?pid=530899&catid=345290&cmbProdBrandFilter=126671&mp=True&aid=338669&aparam=530899&kpid=530899&CAWELAID=120142990000089533&CAGPSPN=pla&kpid=530899

Simplicity courtesy of Glossier & Hourglass

Glossier’s perfecting skin tint is like your own skin only better.  It’s perfect for people who don’t love foundation but need a touch of coverage that evens and brightens.  The older I get the less makeup I like on my skin – this is problematic bc the older I get the less perfect my skin is.  However,  I’m way more diligent about taking care of my skin now that I’m in my mid-thirties so maybe that’s why I can sometimes get away with the “less is more” look/approach. I use Glossier’s priming moisturizer too – it’s simple, clean, and buildable – fuss free & my skin really agrees with it. What I love most about this duo is that it perfectly covers my redness without feeling or looking cakey or heavy.  Occasionally, I add a touch of concealer.

 

To seal the deal, I do a very light dusting of Hourglass’ ambient lighting powder – this powder is silky smooth and packed with light diffusing pigments.  It truly gives you an ethereal glow.  Sheer perfection.

 

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/446988/Hourglass/ambient-lighting-powder-diffused-light

https://www.glossier.com/#!/

Glossier just launched their cult classic balm in a coconut version.  Mine arrives this week.  Pumped!!  It’s the little things…

*Images via Glossier

LA Stories (III of III)

Rag & Bone Denim

 

http://www.intermixonline.com/product/rag+%26+bone-jean+santiago+raw+edge+hem+crop.do?sortby=ourPicks&from=fn&

http://www.intermixonline.com/product/rag+%26+bone-jean+exclusive+lincoln+shredded+boyfriend.do?sortby=ourPicks&from=fn&

I do not usually like boyfriend jeans on my frame.  I am almost 6 feet tall and while I’m thin, I also am more of an athletic build.  I look like a boy in boyfriend jeans not like some sex pot who threw on her man’s jeans and looked effortlessly chic.  Enter the slim boyfriend… love it.  Super comfortable, not overwhelming, and looks equally cute cuffed with flats or worn straight leg with heels. 

Being so tall, most cropped styles on me hit way too high and look frumpy. The wash and details on these were too gorgeous for me not to try – I guess it was my lucky day bc they were perfect on me.   Two for two on Rag & Bone which is not typically a brand I’d gravitate too. 

Organic Cami

http://www.organicbyjohnpatrick.com/products/bias-camisole-black

Everyone needs the perfect black top.  For me it’s more versatile & important than the little black dress.  I love this one by John Patrick’s line “Organic” so very much.  The silk is substantial so you don’t feel that cling to skin that can make you self-conscious and the fabric has a slight crinkle, so it travels well. I would pair this chic cami that even has adjustable straps with almost any bottom I own.  Truly a forever piece for a steal price.

 Tees

We decided that these tee shirts by IRO that are filled with holes are just the best tee shirts ever made.  I’m not embarrassed to say I own a pale pink, black, navy & beige one. 

 

It you’re not feeling the holes, opt for this version that’s more polished with just an artfully shredded hem (I own it in white). 

 

 

Or a chic, three quarter sleeve version with a lower scooped neck that I’m lusting over. They are the most comfortable & flattering linen blend fabric and something about the crewneck, sleeve fit and just overall shape is seriously a dream. 

 

I bought a black one to wear on NYE 2 years ago and my obsession spiraled out of control from there…

My short sleeve grey one is currently en route! 

http://www.intermixonline.com/product/iro+exclusive+gwendy+ripped+tee.do