Senior Year

I wanted to make a quick update on what is currently going on. I officially start my senior year of high school on Monday! In a way it is bittersweet, high school has been such a good time, I have learned so many new things about me and who I aspire to be. As Monday starts the beginning of a new school year, I hope to accomplish everything I set out to do. Although there are many responsibilities that come with being a senior, college/scholarships apps, I am really excited for the fun parts as well (GradBash!!). As my friend and I decorated out senior crowns today we kept discussing all the expectations of this upcoming year. I hope it doesn't dissapoint!

xo, L.  

Product Spotlight: OGX Nourishing Coconut Oil Weightless Hydrating OilMist

I featured this product on my Summer's Favorite post. This is my everyday hair product (unless I stay home). Whenever I put this on I instantly see how much shinier my hair looks. I also love that it leaves my hair smelling like coconut. This retails for around $5.99. I find that it even adds volume to my hair. This product is a definite must have!

xo, L. 

Follow Me Around: PAMM

On Saturday I had the oppurtunity to go to PAMM (Perez Art Museum Miami). I love going here to check out the art and it is always fun to do something different.

I like to take advantage that every second Saturday of the month it is free admission!

Some of my favorite art works:

xo, L.

Style Watch: Olivia Palermo

New York socialite, Olivia Palermo is always dressing right. Whether it is dressing it up during New York Fashion Week or dressing down for a shopping day in the City, she always nails it.

Recently she was seen out in this custom Burberry poncho!

Images via OliviaPalermo.com

Her wedding dress.

What do you love about her?

xo, L

Top 5 Inspirational Fashion Films on Netflix

This summer I have been all about Netflix. The variety of movies Netflix offers is okay but not the amount some people have hyped it up to be. Nevertheless, here are my favorite Netflix movies to watch that include some fantastic styling.

Sabrina (1954):

It's safe to say any Audrey Hepburn movie will have great fashion.

Uptown Girls (2003):

The quirky, Brittany Murphy, brings laughs and inspiration in this 2003 chick flick.

My Week With Marilyn (2011):

Fifties fashion will always be inspirational to me.

Clueless (1995):

One of my all time favorite movies, Cher (Alicia Silverstone) does not fail to deliver in the fashion department.

The Great Gatsby (1974):

Not to be confused with the Baz Luhrmann's rendition, this movie emulates The Roaring Twenties just as good. 

Honorable Mentions:

Charade (1963):

The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999):

xo, L.

Get the Look: Kylie Jenner

I think we all died a little when we realized how amazing Kylie Jenner started to do her makeup earlier this year. Lately almost every YouTube tutorial has been about achieving her look. Everyone has been dying to know what specific lip liner she uses to over line her lips. 

1. Kylie always has a matte and flawless face so it is always important to have a foundation that will give full coverage. There is a hint of an under eye highlight but it is not to crazy. It's always important to set with a powder so nothing budges.
2. She keeps her eye look focused on the lashes. For eyeshadow use neutral, matte colors and blend. The wing is very subtle so use an eyeliner pencil and smudge it out or create a small wing with some liquid eyeliner. I'm pretty sure Kylie wears fake lashes but that's okay because they look so good! If you're not up for fake lashes try using a mascara that gives length and volume!
3. Her face always looks nice and bronzed. Use a mauve/brown blush on your cheeks. There is also a subtle highlight to the look.
4. Kylie's lips have been the talk of the town lately. People have been saying that MAC's lip liner in Whirl is the exact one she uses. Make sure to use a mauvy color for the lips and keep them matte!

What do you think of Kylie Jenner's latest look?

xo, L.

Follow Me Around

Yesterday I was in the Coral Gables area, more specifically Miracle Mile. My brother and I stopped by B&N and later had lunch at Panera. It was nice to get out of the house for a little while and soak up some sun.

While at B&N I browsed some of the fashion books. This one stuck out to me the most. Definitely a future purchase!

My lunch at Panera was so yummy!

We decided to sit down on a bench after lunch and just soak in some sun. I also made this time to reapply my favorite lip product at the moment, the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream and this one is in the shade Abu Dhabi.

xo, L.

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.