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.

Easy No Bake Key Lime Pie

I know this is mainly a blog dedicated to mostly fashion and beauty, but there is a lifestyle side to it as well. 

This is just a quick post on one of my favorite desserts: key lime pie.

What you'll need:

• 3 to 4 limes (enough for 1/2 cup)
• One can of 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• Graham cracker crust (you could easily make your own but I always get the pre-made one.
• Whipped cream (optional)

Basically, add in the lime juice (be sure to take out any seeds!), the sweetened condensed milk, and the sugar together. Mix together until it has a creamy consistency. When it does, add it to the graham crust and put it in the fridge for about 2 to 3 hours. After it's ready, add any topping you like!

I love how easy this recipe and it's perfect for a hot summer day!

xoxo, L.

The Brides of Fall 2014 Couture

Most shows have a bridal-type gown at the end or near the end of the collection, here are my favorites:

Chanel 

Elie Saab

Ralph & Russo

Zuhair Murad

Images Vogue.com and WWD.com
xoxo, L.