Inspirations: Week 21

So this is the last Inspirations post before I turn twenty-three on Saturday, and I’m pretty terrified.  Birthdays have never really been my thing; I prefer to fete my friends rather than be the center of attention.  But regardless, I’ve been feeling pretty inspired and happy lately (knock on wood) so here goes… 1. I […]

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Birthday Wish List

I turn twenty-three on Saturday, and I hate to say that I am a pretty difficult person to shop for.  I am lucky to have parents who have given me almost everything I’ve ever wanted (no flying unicorn though) and so whenever they, or anyone else asks me what I want for my birthday, I […]

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Reviewed: Dessange Paris California Blonde Brass Color Correcting Crème

I come from a family of blondes, and I’ve always been a blonde.  My natural hair color has gotten darker as I’ve gotten older, so I started getting highlights a few years ago.  The problem with highlights, of course, is that coloring your hair makes it weaker, and susceptible to damage from factors like sun […]

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Party Time

My birthday is next weekend, and I am so excited to be celebrating with all my girlfriends!  Even though I will be hosting at my beach house, I know that they have so much fun stuff planned for us.  I’ve never actually been a huge fan of my birthday, but I love making my loved ones’ […]

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Inspirations: Week 20

I can’t believe this is the twentieth “Inspirations” post.  I love doing these posts every week, and I hope you enjoy reading them!  Because this coming weekend is Memorial Day, aka the official start of summer, this week’s post is all about the sea, sand, and sunshine… 1.  I always pick one-pieces over bikinis. (via StyleCaster)  […]

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May Beauty Buys

MAC Mineralize Volcanic Ash Exfoliator – Exfoliating is the key to healthy, glowing skin.  I fell in love with this scrub after my cousin let me try hers, and it is definitely worth the $30 price tag! MAC ‘Girl About Town’ Lipstick – This is a classic MAC shade, but I’d never tried it before.  I was […]

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Spring In Your Step

One of the best things about spring is ditching the snow boots for brightly colored sandals and shiny white sneakers.  I’ve been really good about cleaning out my wardrobe this year, so I decided to treat myself to some new shoes!  Check out some of my favorites… Kenneth Cole Kingvel Velcro Strap Sneaker – Velcro isn’t […]

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Embrace Embroidery

This season, fashion is all about the details.  Jeans with raw cuffs, jackets with pins and patches, and embroidery everywhere.  Check out some of my favorite pieces; this trend isn’t just for your grandma’s pillows anymore! Soludos Blood Orange Sand Smoking Slipper – One of my favorite shoe brands makes the cutest embroided espadrilles.  I also […]

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California Love

I love the west coast.  Seriously.  I was not built for Boston’s cold weather.  Every time I’m in California, I want to pick up and move my entire life there.  But for now, I’ll have to settle for the occasional vacation.  Last week, I shared my Disneyland and Getty Villa photos, so today I’ll share the rest! […]

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Inspirations: Week 19

1.  As Justin Bieber sings, “you should go and love yourself.”  I am a firm believer in loving being with yourself – I’ve lived alone for over two years!  Here are some solo activities to get you there. (via PopSugar)   2.  I am trying to break the bad habit of going to sleep with […]

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