Fall Favorites

I've been terribly sick with a fever lately, so what better thing to do than curl up under a cozy blanket, drink tea and watch youtube? Not that I don't do that everyday... IRREGARDLESS. I found this tag done by makeupTIA and I figured I'd give it a shot because I absolutely love fall (minus the allergies that are quite obviously trying to kill me); something about the crisp, fall air and sipping on your hot coffee while bundled up in a cozy scarf just screams comfort to me. So, enough talking writing; here we go!

BEAUTY FAVES

1. Face product: I don't want to give up my summer glow just yet. Not that I ever really had one to begin with (Irish girl probs), but I think a nice glow goes great for the beginning of the fall. Enter: Pixi Flawless Beauty Primer. Yes, yes, I know it's a primer, but dotting it along your cheekbone and browbone gives you this wonderful shimmer/shine/don't-I-look-lovely kinda thing. Just trust me on this one.

2. Cheek product: I do need to work on getting a berry-colored blush... maybe Rocketeur from Benefit? Right now I've been loving my Mary Kay Shy blush, but I'm thinking that sparkly pink should end with the summer.

3. Eye product: Winged liquid liner! I've been loving my Maybelline Master Precise felt tip liner for a more elegant look than the basic mascara

4. Lip product: I'm so not big on lip color, but I love me some lip balm. You can find me multiple times a day slathering on Burt's Bees.

5. Hair product: I'm finding myself to be very boring... I don't often change up my hair products or hair care. I use a Critical Care Serum by BioInfusions on my hair everyday after showering that makes my hair feel smooth and soft.

6. Fragrance / candle:
I love me some darker, muskier scents for fall. A new scent I've been legitimately obsessed with is Juicy Couture's Viva La Juicy Gold Couture. As for candles, fall scents kill me! Caramel Pumpkin Swirl by Bath & Body Works is to die for. To. Die. For.


7. Nail polish: I couldn't possibly choose a favorite... Several nail colors that you can find on my fingers in the fall are as follows: OPI Got the Blues for Red, Essie Warm & Toasty Turtleneck, and Essie Under the Twilight.


FALL FASHION FAVES

1. Trendy clothing item: I'm not so sure I go along with trends anymore... Although I totally love the kimono/cardigan kind of look! I'm sure I'll end up purchasing some kind of mix between the two this fall.

2. Comfy clothing item: Scarves and cardigans forever. Also, fuzzy socks.

3. Shoes: Over-the-knee boots! Working at DSW certainly has its perks...

4. Accessory: Scarves! Can I use that again? I'm totally using that again.



FUN FAVES


1. Halloween or Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving! Ever since graduating college, I find that it's no longer acceptable to get all dolled up in a skanky outfit and get completely sloshed at a party/bar. Sad times, people. Alas, the fat girl inside of me is choosing Thanksgiving.

2. Favorite festive food and/or drink: Pumpkin bread! Carrot cake! Red sangria!

3. What's the happiest part about fall for you: I'm someone who will actually go out of their way to step on a crunchy leaf. I'll also go out of my way to take the long way home to view all of the pretty trees slowly changing color.

4. Who do you tag: You!

Summer Lovin'

I found this little questionaire being done by a few lovely Youtube gurus (cough cough, Fleur deForce) and I simply couldn't hold back. Read on if you want to hear my answers regarding my summer essentials!

1. Summer lipstick you're loving?
If there's one thing you should know, it is this: lipsticks scare the living hell out of me. Not only is my mouth miniscule but I have teeny tiny lips. There is absolutely no volume to my lips unless I make a terrible duck face, and even then, it's about the size of a "normal" person's mouth. Case in point -- I don't do lipstick.

2. Summer nail polish you're loving?
I'm actually quite obsessed with a nail polish right now from Sinful Colors called Thimbleberry. It's the perfect summer red -- not too orange, not to pink, and just a hint of neon brightness. Another favorite is by the brand Julie (bought at RiteAid) and the color is Santorini. It's quite reminiscent of Essie's Bikini So Teeny and this formula seems to last quite a while. 

3. Bikini you're loving this summer?
Speaking of Bikini So Teeny... I actually don't wear bikinis! I am not in any kind of shape, I believe, to be wearing something with such little coverage. I'll stick to my bright pink sweetheart neck one-piece.

4. Favourite summer Frappuccino from Starbucks?
Vanilla bean. Always.

5. Favourite fake tan?
Jergens Natural Glow is something I've been reaching for more and more this summer. After my introduction to my first spray tan, I can't get enough of sporting that summertime glow. I haven't been religiously using it, however, so I can't say I'm seeing much of a result. I will be purchasing the new scent-free formula and I will update you when I'm a bronzed goddess.

6. Favourite summer song?
I've been constantly jamming to songs that were played at one of my best friend's weddings, aka, one of the best nights of my life. Something about the sweat dripping down my face in the California heat while dancing like crazy on the dancefloor floods my brain with the best kinds of endorphins. Here are a few:
Turn Down For What - DJ Snake & Lil Jon
We Found Love - Rihanna
Talk Dirty - Jason Derulo & 2 Chainz
Pompeii - Bastille

7. Favourite summer accessory?
I think my favorite summer accessory would be my crossbody purse. In the summer, you can go lighter and simpler when it comes to purses. I'm perfectly content with just my wallet, lip balm, bobby pins, and oil blotting papers in a cute little crossbody that will match anything.

8. Favourite summer fragrance/perfume?
This is something I'm totally looking to replace (hello, birthday in twenty days!), but lately I've been wearing my old favorite: Coach Poppy. I've also been into Gucci Flora. I'm hoping to get a new summer perfume soon, so I'll update you on that one.

9. Summer book you're loving? 
I bought "White Girl Problems" by Babe Walker to read on my flight to California early last month, and I have yet to make it halfway through. It's not that I don't like the book (it's actually hilarious), but I just forget that reading is an option when I'm bored. I shall reunite myself with Babe tonight!

10. What are you most excited to do this summer? 
It's not something that I'm doing (thank god), but my sister-in-law is due with her baby mid-August! I'm so happy to finally be an aunt and buy that little princess everything my brother and his wife won't!


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