For those of you who are celebrating Christmas today, may your day be merry and full of magical wonder. Also, thank you for your support this year, It means the world to me. See you all in the new year :) (Pictures via here) … [Read more...]
Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas
If you often find yourself scouring the department store days before December 25th, then the list below will help alleviate your chaotic search for a last-minute Christmas gift. Happy shopping! Gift cards from Amazon, Best Buy, and TinyPrints (Bonus: Get 25% off plus free shipping on holiday cards and gifts at TinyPrints! Offer expires 12/31/16) This cozy cable knit … [Read more...]
An Old Christmas Tradition
As a child, I had the entire Martine book series (originally written in French). They were a collection of books about a clever little girl who embarks on many adventures with her friends in her hometown. Each Christmas, like clockwork, I would choose one book from the series and read it until I fell asleep. I upheld this little Christmas tradition for at least a … [Read more...]
Feeling like a Proud Big Sister
My little brother, Alex, is so grown up. It wasn't too long ago that he used to look like this. I love this boy so much. Meanwhile, take a look at a few links from around the web. How to email a busy person. Lost love. Snowy, Sparkly Pine Cone Ornaments. A fun DIY project. Oribe Maximista Thickening Hair Spray. I need this, like now. We Never Met. What an … [Read more...]
What To Wear To A Winter Graduation?
I will be graduating from graduate school in December, Hooray! but it has just occurred to me, I haven't the faintest idea what to wear. Since it won't take place in the summer months, flirty little sundresses and open-toed sandals are a no-go. The look I will be going for is simple, elegant, and studious - not to mention warm. This little number from Asos would be darling, … [Read more...]
Fall Nail Colors
Fall is in full swing. While my wardrobe reflects the change in season, my nails haven't gotten the memo. I tend to gravitate towards warmer colors like Ice-Bergers & Fries and Nein! Nein! Nein! OK Fine! from O.P.I. Do you change your nail color to reflect the seasons? (Pictures via here) … [Read more...]
How I learned to Appreciate Chanel No. 5
Have you seen the new commercial for Chanel No.5? It's more like a short film, really. It features supermodel Gisele Bundchen struggling to balance her career with her personal life as a mother. I was enamored by the story, however, I wish I could summon up the same kind of enthusiasm for the iconic fragrance. My mother has an enormous bottle of Chanel No. 5 on her vanity, … [Read more...]
Masculine Scents
My boyfriend wears this Yves Saint Laurent cologne, sometimes I snuggle extra close to him because the scent is subtle but also warm, spicy and intoxicating. I remember when I was younger, my mother used to always wear masculine scents. Remember this oldies but goodie? I think I'd like to jump on the bandwagon too. I've been wanting to try this and this … [Read more...]