Karlie Kloss Opening Christian Dior

Karlie Kloss has opened for nine Christian Dior shows. Each show she has brought her own quirkiness.

Fall 2010 Couture

Spring 2010

Spring 2010 Couture

Fall 2010

Resort 2011

Spring 2011

Spring 2011 Couture

Fall 2010

Spring 2012 Couture

It's easy to see how Karlie Kloss gets into character for every show. 

xo, L.

Back to School Wish List

School begins again next month and I still haven't gone back-to-school shopping. Here are some things that I want to invest in.

• Espadrilles: I have been dying for a pair of these! I wore out my last pair so much that they fell apart. These are so comfortable and are perfect for everyday use.
• Jansport: I always end up buying a cute book bag at the beginning of the year and they end up broken by the second month into the school year. I always end up going back to my old Jansport, so this year I'm just going to invest in a new Jansport this year.
• Head scarf/band: These are great, since my school is mostly out doors and going from class to class does involve going outside, it gets really hot. This is a better alternative than tying my hair up.
• Dry shampoo: Sometimes I end up staying late finishing  project or homework. It get's too late for me to wash my hair so dry shampoo is a savior in the morning.
• Water bottle: A water bottle at school in the vending machines cost one dollar so investing in a water bottle is a great money saver.
• Watch: Sometimes teachers don't allow you to have your phone out and I'm the type of person to constantly be pulling my phone out and checking the time. Even though there are clocks inside the classrooms they don't always work. A nice watch would be a great investment as well.

xo, L. 

Summer Favorites

I've been able to try out a lot products this summer and various of them have become my favorites/essentials. 

• Milani Baked Bronzer in Glow: I have been loving this bronzer for an all over glow. Sometimes I even use it as a blush.
• Alba Botanica Natural Hawaiian Oil Free Moisturizer in Refining Aloe & Green Tea: This is my all time favorite moisturizer. It really sinks into my skin and it gives a refreshing feeling.
• bareMinerals Matte Foundation: I love using this to set my under eye concealer. This summer I've decided to skip out on foundation and whenever I feel oily I just dab a bit around the areas that tend to get oily.
• OGX Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Mist: This has become my holy grail hair product. Not only does it make my hair smell nice but it gives it volume and texture that lasts all day.
• NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Stockholm: The perfect pink nude for me. The only negative thing I have to say is that it does sink into my fine lines but I can work with it.
• Maybelline Fit Me Concealer: Perfect for my under eyes or any where else I want to highlight. 
• Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso: Recently this has been my go to blush. I love the natural sheen it gives and when I pair it with the baked bronzer in Glow it gives me the perfect finish.
• up & up Powder Brush: This brush is from the Target up & up brand. I love using this brush for applying my blush.
• e.l.f. Studio Blush Brush: The tapered end of the brush is perfect for setting my under eyes and any small areas.
• bareMinerals Flawless Application Face Brush: I love using the tapered end of the brush to apply bronzer to the hollow of my cheeks. It blends so perfectly.
• Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Waterproof Kohl Eyeliner in Nude: This eyeliner really opens up my eyes.
• eos Lip Balm in Tangerine: I like applying this lip balm right before I go to bed because it really keeps my lips moisturized until morning.
• Rimmel London Lasting Finish Matte by Kate Moss Lipstick in #109: A perfect coral lipstick. Whenever I'm feeling bold I put on this lipstick. I love that it's matte but still moisturizing.
• NYX Above and Beyond Full Coverage Concealer: This concealer is perfect for covering up any redness.

• Old Navy The Rockstar Cropped Jeans: These are the jeans for me! They are the perfect fit. I have always struggled in the jean department because they always fit me too long. Since these are cropped they fit me perfectly.
• Old Navy The Boyfriend shorts: My go to shorts recently.
• Fossil Messenger Bag
• Gold Necklace
• Rubi Jelly Sandals: Recently these are all I have been wearing.

• Bath & Body Works Cheers to Capri candle: This summer I have discovered how beautiful Italy is and have become obsessed with anything Italy based. This candle is lemon scented.
• Fabric Hair Ties
• A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway: This book has been my Summer read. I have not finished it but it definitely has been a great book.

What have you been loving this Summer?

xo, L.

How To: Wavy Hair

Lately I have been loving styling my hair this way. Since I do have short hair there isn't much that I can do with it. I do prefer doing it the "no heat" way, although when I am feeling lazy or have second day hair I prefer using my bubble wand curling iron. Instead of hairspray, I prefer using my OGX Coconut Oil (especially the smell).

xo, L.

Product Spotlight: Milani Baked Blush & Bronzer

                   

These two products have been my go-to products when it comes to making me feel like bronzed goddess. The bronzer is in Glow and the blush is in Luminoso. Both of these are very raved about. When I first purchased the bronzer I noticed that it did not give that much color pay off, so you have to build it up a bit. That is my only complain when it comes to the bronzer but other than that, it gives off a wonderful glow and the golden specks in it are able to reflect off in the cheeks. The blush is my favorite blush ever. It gives off a beautiful pink-y sheen. It was also featured in the post I made: My Everyday Makeup.

Swatches

As you can see above the bronzer is very similar to my skin tone; I don't mind it because I wasn't looking for a bronzer to contour with, just to give me glow.

Milani Baked Bronzer in Glow: 

• A bronzing powder that features a mélange infusion of colors baked on Italian terracota tiles. Easy to use, sensorial in texture, the nuances of color become extraordinarily luminous, enhancing the purity of the skin. This hi-tech, streak free bronzer, gives a perfect radiant look.
• 0.25 oz
• Retails for around $8.99

Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso:

• A luxurious powder blush that features a mélange infusion of colors baked on Italian terracotta tiles. Easy to use, sensorial in texture, the nuances of color become extraordinarily luminous. Silky smooth application leaves your face looking healthy and radiant all day.
• 0.12 oz
• Retails for around $7.99

What bronzers/blushes do you enjoy to make you feel like a goddess?

xo, L.

Running Essentials

I've never been much of a person to actually go to a gym and exercise. But we all know it's bad to just sit at home and stay sedimentary. This summer I made it my goal to actually get up and do something. I've found that running or walking has benefited my health so much and I couldn't imagine myself not doing it. Running has becoming part of my routine. I love going right before the sun comes up. If I neglect to go in the morning I always make myself go a little after sundown. The park by my house has a great track and there are always people there from many ages, in a way it is very encouraging. Before I go running I make sure to be hydrated and have a healthy snack. Even though there isn't much sun out I always make sure to stay protected from the sunning by using sunscreen on my body and face. When I go running I like to have upbeat songs on shuffle. I put my hair in a bun or ponytail and finish it off with a cap. Every ten or fifty minutes I make sure to take a water break. It's always important to stay hydrated. After running I like to be refreshed so I eat a lot of refreshing fruit like strawberries. I wipe my face with face wipes and dry it off with a towel. Excersing gives me such a great feeling and it really wakes you and let's you start the day fresh.

xo, L.

Style Watch: Elena Perminova

Lately I have been obsessing over Russian socialite, Elena Perminova.

I started following her via Instagram a few months ago and realized how much of a fashion icon she is. Whether she is attending Fashion Week or lounging in her Italian home with her children, she manages to stay in style. 

Images via her personal Instagram:
@lenaperminova

Elena recently at Paris F/W Couture Fashion Week 2014

Top left: Giambattista Valli

Top Right: Chanel

Center: Dior

Images via Getty Images

xo, L.

Lazy Day Routine

Rainy days instantly turns into a lazy day for me. I usually just lounge on my bed and  check out other bloggers or watch Netflix all day (I've recently been enjoying 90210). I'll start of the day by brushing my teeth with some Colgate toothpaste and (of course) my toothbrush; I follow up by washing my face with the Olay Foaming Face Wash for Oily Skin / Combination Skin. After I have dried off my face I make sure moisturize with Alba Refining Aloe & Green Tea Natural Hawaiian Oil Free Moisturizer and apply an eos lip balm. I also like to keep my hair moisturized with the OGX Nourishing Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating Oil Mist. I'll eat breakfast which is usually cereal since it's the easiest thing to do for me. After that I go back to my room and lay in bed with my laptop. I'm not the type of person to stay in my pajamas all day so I'll change into some comfy shorts and a T-shirt. I like to keep my feet warm with some fluffy socks. I like to keep my hair out of my face so I tie it up into a messy bun with a fabric hair tie because they don't pull at my hair.

After I'm all settled in bed, I like to snuggle up with my pillows on blankets while I watch Netflix or check my phone.

What do you guys usually do on lazy days?

xo, L.

My Everyday Makeup

For summer I like to keep it very simple. I make sure to keep my face sweat and shine proof. I decide to skip out on foundation during the summer since my skin rarely breaks out. I apply the Maybelline FitMe Concealer under my eyes and the NYX Above and Beyond Full Coverage Concealer on any redness or scarring. I blend it all out with my fingers and Beautyblender. I use the bareMinerals Matte Foundation to set wherever I have applied concealer and to any places that tend to get shiny throughout the day (my forehead). On to my eyes, I also decide to skip out on eye shadow and just apply the Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara on my lashes the Rimmel Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal in Nude on my waterline to open up my eyes. My go-to blush has been the Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso, it adds a great pink-y sheen to my cheeks. Lastly, I apply the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Stockholm, a great nude lip color.

  xo, L.

My Latest Obsession: Gossip Girl

Ever since summer started, I have shamelessly spent ninety percent of my free time holed up in my room re-watching all six seasons of Gossip Girl. It's been two years since the series ended and I still can't get enough. I love seeing the fashion transformations of each character (excluding Nate as he doesn't do much in the fashion part, in my opinion). Here are memorable fashion moments from each season:

Season 1:

Season 2:

Season 3:

Season 4:

Season 5:

Season 6:

Not only did Gossip Girl have great fashion but also great people, here are some memorable celebrities that have been on the show:

Tim Gunn

Tyra Banks

Vera Wang

Karlie Kloss

Rachel Zoe

Michael Kors

Alexa Chung

xoxo, L.