Timeless Jewels Under $50!

Happy Holidays! 

Last year, I complied a trillion gift guides for anyone in your life. This year, I have really been into quality and timeless jewelry pieces that I can cherish and wear for years. Quality and timeless comes for a hefty price at times, however, I scoured the internet and found pieces that would make perfect presents for a friend or even yourself for under $50. If you accessorize all the time, sometimes, or only once in a blue moon, these pieces will serve you year after year!  

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I hope you find something you love from here! 

TOP 8: Fall & Winter Trends!

Happy Thursday!

I have officially finished my third semester in pharmacy school and I could not be happier! Being a busy-bee with school, I was not able to upload as much as content as I intended to. However, I am excited for this break because I have so much to share with you from my favorite skincare line to my thoughts on a popular drugstore makeup brand. Today we will begin with eight Fall/Winter Fashion trends that you should add to your wardrobe...or maybe even put on that Christmas wish-list?

Ponchos: I like to think of them as open-front women capes! The weighted knit is awesome at creating an image of a slender body figure underneath. Style them with a pair of heeled boots and black skinny pants, you'll be golden!

Buttoned skirt: The first buttoned skirt that we all were introduced to was the tan buttoned skirt on Instagram. All the bloggers were wearing it and now they come in so many different styles and colors. 

Long vest: Reminds me of one person, Victoria Beckham so, I mean, it's definitely in. 

Faux fur stool: I just love the way the hair and makeup can glisten neck above a faux fur stool, is that kinda weird? I don't care because it is so true! The warm and fuzzy stool is very elegant and formal and would look great on a cold winter day with a heavy coat. 

Turtle Neck: These sweaters are back and look comfier than ever.

Open- Front Coat: The coat was inspired by classic mens blazers. I have one without the flaps in the front and it looks so clean and proper with a basic color ensemble.

Formal Satin Joggers: Perfect for a night-out look for the cold chilly nights. I love wearing my camo-green pair of joggers with a solid colored top and a pair of wedges, open toe heels, or even small booties.

Over-the-knee boots: They are in, everywhere! I especially love the skinny over-the-knee boots that give any outfit a classy touch.

My favorites from this list have to be the faux fur stools, open front coats, and buttoned skirts! What are yours? Let me know down below! 

Bearpaw & Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse Holiday GIVEAWAY!

Hi Fashionistas!

First off, there is a SURPRISE giveaway at the end of this post, so stay tuned!

I hope you all are conquering the cold and staying warm this fall. I have learned to appreciate the fall weather over the years. It is that conditioning period before the winter blizzards smack you right in the face. Living in a city without a car, walking is the best source of transportation so it is important to have comfortable and warm shoes to accompany me on my travels.

For the past month I have been on the hunt for a certain pair of gray BEARPAW boots (Emma) that I was eyeing on www.Bearpaw.com. After searching online for nearby stores, I was so lucky to have found a store called Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse that not only carried BEARPAW boots, but also a wide range of other shoes!

OBSW seemed like a perfect store for someone like me who hates shoe shopping and is on a tight budget. I prefer everything to be under one roof, all brands, all styles, and all for great prices. Google maps told me that there was an OBSW store near me, but I had no idea what to expect.  Their website is the epitome of shoe heaven but I could not imagine all those shoes under one roof.

But boy, was I wrong...

I knew immediately that this was going to be the most dreamy shoe shopping experience when I saw the following:

1. an endless tundra of heels greeting me at the door
2. a pair of gray Converse for $26!
3. a plethora of high-end brands on clearance for 40-70% off!
4. best of all, a fully stocked BEARPAW boots display front and center

I literally ran in and grabbed all the BEARPAW styles I could find in a size 8 and mocked my own little runway (see below lol). Overall, I am now a proud owner of the gray EMMA boots that were for sale for a ridiculously low price of $59! Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse is definitely on the top of my list for all my shoe shopping necessities. The store was incredibly organized, up-to-date with the trends, offered awesome brands like BEARPAW, and this was all for discounted prices! Definitely check out their selection. They offer coupons and discount codes as well so you're definitely going to be saving on your next pair of shoes -- CRAZY SAVINGS HERE!

GIVEAWAY BELOW! 

After I bought the boots, I had to wear them the very next day. The weather was beautiful, but a little chilly, so I decided to take the Emma boots on a little stroll to a historic part of Philadelphia near the Liberty Bell. Yes, my bun is cray...please look past it, whoops! 

           

GIVEAWAY TIME! 

Now for the fun part! BEARPAW and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse wanted to give all my readers an opportunity to have the same great shopping experience that I had by sponsoring a giveaway! They will be giving one (1) reader a pair of Bearpaw boots AND a $250 gift card to Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse! 

Rules: EASY, just comment underneath on this blog post with your holiday plans, favorite christmas song, or whatver! 

The giveaway will run till 12/04/15 and a winner will be chosen SATURDAY 12/05/15! 

WINNER IS:
Candace Lynn!
Thank you all for entering! Sorry for not interacting much, finals week is taking over my life but I had a great time reading all of your comments. This was the first time I hosted a giveaway on my blog, but it definitely will not be the last (HINT: Keep a look out within the next couple of months!!) PS: A random number generator (picture below) was used choose the winner. I counted down on the comments to verify!

I hope you enjoyed this post! Don't forget to enter, good luck! 

Black Friday Sales!

Hi Beauties!

Black Friday is here but if you are like me, you like the Cyber Monday and online deals better. I know, I'm a lazy shopper but I refuse to fight through the crowds if I can get similar deals online. I am just not strong enough for that life.

Currently, I'm not in the market for anything, but it's always fun to look around at the deals that stores are offering. Here are a few that you may want to check out before your credit card calls it quits this weekend.

Nordstrom
An Extra 25% off on sale items
*Now through Monday

J.Crew
40% off of some styles & 30% off everything else (including stuff that's never on sale)
*Now through Sunday 11:59 PM
CODE: HOLIDAY

Tory Burch
Spend $250 and Receive 30% off
*Now through Monday
CODE: THANKS

H&M
20% off purchases over $60 & Deals starting from $4.99 (online/in-store)
Free Shipping on website - CODE: 3265
*Now through Monday

Anastasia Beverly Hills
25% off BROW products & Free Shipping over $25

Kendra Scott 
15% off everything
*Now through Monday
CODE: SALE15

Macy's 
Free Shipping over $50 & an extra 20% off of purchase
*Till Tomorrow
CODE:THANKS

I hope you find some awesome deals! 

Beauty Chit Chat: Correct, Don't Conceal!

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♥What is color correcting? How is it different than using a regular concealer?

Color correcting in makeup is using a colored concealer to cancel out odd pigmentation on your face. Regular concealer only layers to cover up the color pigmentation without correcting it. 

♥What is the best way to conceal dark circles?

Using a regular concealer underneath or over a foundation works for many people. However, to achieve the most "flawless" and even-tone face, I color correct (yes, this is different). Before I apply my foundation, I use NYX's orange color corrector underneath my eyes in an upside-down triangle. This cancels out the bluish purple tones from my dark circles and makes it look natural, you won't even need the extra concealer. 

♥There are so many different color correctors at the drugstore, which one do I need? 

Simple, think of the color wheel. The color of the corrector will cancel out the color across from it. For an example-- if you have a red pimple or hormonal redness, use a green corrector. If you have dark pimple scars use a orange corrector. 

I hope that these were helpful tips and that you give color correcting a chance!

Weekender Bag's Must-Haves!

Hi Beauties!

With the holidays approaching, I am sure many of you are going to be traveling to the homes of family and friends quite often for the next month of so. Sleepovers, popcorn, and late night talks are the best with the people you love. I am always so excited to get into the car that I forget the dreaded part of packing...I HATE packing. Short weekend trips are the hardest to pack for because I always forget about those least-used but crucial items. To help you avoid leaving those back at home, I have complied a list of my must-haves that I keep in my weekender bag at all times, just in case!

**Excludes: clothes, shoes, makeup, and the basic thangs that the host either provides or you cannot leave the house with a.k.a: your wallet**

The bag:

 Henri Bendel Weekender Bag

The stuff: 

• Keep an extra deodorant, travel size perfume, and contacts/contact case in your bag at all times. You cannot be blind or smelly during your weekend stay, you will definitely regret it.
• Always have hair ties, safety pins, and bobby pins in the little side pocket of your bag. Girls probably lose an average of 321 hair ties a day so you never know when it will be handy.
• A great face moisturizer and lip balm is a must. They can literally make or break your skin so leave with great skin and make sure you come back with it too! 
• Socks and a cozy scarf---it's not your house and not your thermostat, bundle up!
• Sunglasses. It's probably just me, but I always end up using my spare in my weekender bag, super handy! 

Beauty Chit Chat: Q/A False Eyelashes!

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♥I want to wear fake lashes but they always peel off or just don't set right. How can I achieve the perfect lash look?

I absolutely love fake eyelashes! They make the world's difference and are perfect for special occasions. Achieving the look is easy if you follow these tips:

1.) Makesure the eyelash fits the width of your eye, you may have to trim it if it is longer

2.) Hold the eyelash with a tweezer, not your fingers

3.) Apply the glue to the back of your hand and dip the band of your eyelash into the glue

4.) Always apply more glue to the ends of your lash band

5.) Let the glue dry for 30-45 minutes on the band before sticking it on. Letting the glue "dry" will allow it to become tacky

6.) Place the lashes as close to your natural lash line as you can. You can adjust and slide it to the perfect spot with your fingers

♥What are the best brand of lashes?
Ardell, for sure! They carry many different styles and even after an abrasive cleanse with face wash, they stay true to their form. My personal favorites are the Demi 120s! ($4)

Disclaimer: I have not tried the high-end brands like Velour lashes, so I cannot speak for them.

♥Should I apply eyeliner and mascara before or after? 

I always apply both before I put on my lashes, so much easier!

Phall In Philly!

Hi Beauties!

As soon as I saw my first yellow leaf, I smiled to myself....FALL is officially here! Fall fashion is my current obsession, I love the staple fall peices and find myself looking for more clothing pieces that my wardrobe clearly does not need. As many of you know, in-trend fall items can be pretty expensive during the on season fall time. But do not fear, incorporating your summer or spring pieces with fall staples can make any outfit fall fashion approved.

This outfit was the epitome of just that! I paired a few fall staples with a dress that I got on sale this past summer at H&M. Military jackets have been around for the past few years but burgundy shoes are popping up everywhere this fall.

Fall tip: Pair your favorite dress from the summer (avoid neon colors) with tights and leg warmers for that perfect cozy fall look. Leg warmers and tights scream fall and with a cute pair of heels you can have your trendy fall look without having to buy a new sweater dress.

I hope you enjoyed! See you soon!

Beauty Chit Chat: In-trend Fall Nail Polish Shades!

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♥What are the current, in-trend fall nail polish shades?

Nail polish colors are going to be the perfect accent color to your look. Fall colors represent a sense of boldness with the dark stellar shades. Shades to acquire include: deep reds and burgundies, stellar navy blues, olive green, opaque burnt golds and bronze, orange, dark purples, and grays. 

♥How can I keep my nail polish chip-free for longer?

1.) Invest in a good-quality nail polish; Essie, OPI, China Glaze. Essie is my personal favorite but you can get any of the three brands for cheaper at TJ Maxx or Marshalls (almost 50% off)! 

2.) Always apply a base coat and a top coat.

3.) Let your nails completely dry between coats.

4.) Paint right up to and over the ends of your nails.

5.) Apply a fresh layer of top coat each day.

♥How can I make my nails look longer?

Though the gap drives me crazy, leaving a gap at the side of your nails when painting them can make them appear longer and thinner.

Fall Trend Alert: Long Outerwear!

Hi Fashionistas! 

Is it just me or has everyone been stepping up their outerwear this fall? I am sooooo in love with the new styles that I have found myself wanting the coat off of people's back..I know, embarrassing...

A main theme that I am seeing with outerwear and jackets this fall are the long length! Whoever created this craze was a genius because the long length adds just the right amount of extra posh. The last time I went shopping however, I could not anything I liked for under $90 and I definitely did not have the heart to spend that much on a fall coat!

So I did what any budget-wise college girl does, I headed over to the trusty Forever21.com and browsed through their selection in hopes of finding something similar. I was seriously impressed! I was not expecting such a large trendy selection. The outerwear on their website is not only affordable but also in trend, you cannot even tell that it's from a budget friendly store like Forever 21.

Here are my favorites:

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I hope you find something for yourself!