Still The One

After all this time, Urban Decay Naked is still the only eye shadow palette I have ever owned where I actually use every shade. Although I would’ve preferred a combination with more matte… Read More →

How To Break In A Baseball Glove Fast

….and then one day it happened. My little guy shot up like a bean stalk and all of a sudden was not so little any more. His once tiny digits were now too… Read More →

what’s in your make-up bag?

{image via Kate Spade} i realized that during the past year i somehow stopped carrying a make-up bag with me. it was a gradual and most likely accidental progression that resulted from managing…...

little snippets

yesterday was a good day. my kiddo cranked one into center field last night helping his team putting another “w” in the books. although i always find any excuse for dessert, today we’re… Read More →

you make me blush

i’ve officially switched over to cream blush, and now i think i’m addicted. maybe it’s the ease and convenience. or maybe it’s the soft, smooth, creamy texture and natural, healthy glow it imparts…...

spring break

these are my two loves, and this is what spring break looks like at my house. i wouldn’t have it any other way. appreciate the little things. have a nice weekend!

i’ve got a crush on you

my picks from kate spade’s saturday. everything on this new website just looks fun! thanks for stopping by! xoxo, marie

i finally found you

keds champion dot sneakers, how you’ve managed to elude me until now. you knew i wasn’t gonna give up on you, and somehow i knew fate would bring us together. meet my new… Read More →

monkeys

Recently, in moments of tough love, more than a few friends have had to remind me that you can’t choose your family. I’m not gonna lie. This is a very hard and difficult… Read More →

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corso como glitter

I admit this purchase was originally inspired by a lot of long days in high heels. Any woman who spends a lot of time in 5-inch heels can appreciate the need for a… Read More →

appreciate a cup of tea

This is easier said than done sometimes. Everyone needs to slow down every once in a while and take some time out to soothe their souls. I finally did just that recently. As… Read More →

Arlette

This is Arlette. Hair, make-up and photography by yours truly.

Maria

More from my portfolio. This is Maria. Make-up and photography by me. Have a nice day, and thanks for taking the time.

Lisa

I’m slowly but surely moving my portfolio over. This is Lisa. Make-up and photography by yours truly.

A few of my favorite things

I can hardly explain how much I adore this wallet. I haven’t had a real wallet in so long so this is probably a lot more exciting for me than for most people.… Read More →

Good Bye Two Thousand Twelve

{image and words of wisdom via weheartit} Good bye, two thousand twelve. I’m looking forward to a fresh start. I’m a few midnights behind in posting this, but it’s an important sentiment...

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

Have a Merry Christmas!

My New Love

I’m just taking a quick break to introduce you to my new love, the studded leather MAB mini by Rebecca Minkoff. “…..I’m a little bit rock’n ‘roll.” Have a great weekend!

Now Trending: Wedge High Tops (cont.)

I noticed that one of my most popular posts is the one I wrote a few months back about Wedge High Tops. For those of you who are looking for a pair, I… Read More →

Beauty Favorites: Concealers

Sorry for the blogging hiatus. I hate that I haven’t been able to keep up. I started school again, and it threw off my whole blog schedule (and life). Don’t get me wrong.… Read More →

Detox plan for my life and closet

{images via weheartit} Everyone needs a good detox once in awhile. Whether it be in your life, in your wardrobe or in your diet, it’s necessary sometimes. My life very recently felt like it had...

My Chambray Shirt

{Left to Right: Madewell // JCrew // Banana Republic // Gap // Mango} Well….I don’t technically have one yet. But I’ve been on mission to find my new favorite chambray shirt (and currently...

I’ve got a crush on you

My picks from Modcloth. This is one of my favorite sources for vintage and retro inspired clothing. Being that I am a dress girl, here is what I’m currently craving (minus the accessories). Have a...

Perfection Found in Seafoam Glitter

I came across my new favorite nail polish this past weekend. I’m in love with deborah lippmann‘s nail lacquer in Mermaid’s Dream. It is the most amazing seafoam glittered shimmer I’ve come across...

Lipstick Diaries, Part 1

I once new someone who claims he hated lipstick on women. That’s blasphemy! But I’m giggling inside. Don’t act, Mr. Lipstick Hater Man. You are obviously unaware or arguably resentful of the...

July 2012 Birchbox

This month Birchbox teamed up with Glamour magazine to celebrate the five senses. This is what I got in mine:♥ Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint in Bronzed- Award-winning tinted moisturizer for fresh,...

What they’re loving now

We love reading product reviews or at least hearing about everyone’s go-to essentials. If you’re anything like me, you like to do your research, which is probably one reason why you’re reading this...

I’ve got a crush on you

My picks from BaubleBar.I can’t even begin to explain how much I love jewelry. Sometimes it’s fashion. Sometimes it’s nostalgia. Sometimes it’s just the one extra thing I need to pull the look...

iPhoneography: Oahu

For a short time, I escaped to Oahu. As much as I would love to entertain you for hours with fabricated tales of adventure and grandeur, I only have a few memories from my trip to share. Those who...