11.28.2013

Thankful...


I hope that wherever you are today that you are able to spend a fabulous Thanksgiving with family & friends.  I am thankful for so many things this year and today is such a wonderful opportunity to celebrate that. So here's to a great Thanksgiving filled with turkey & lots of pumpkin pie! 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.25.2013

Current Beauty Essentials...


So this is definitely not all of the makeup that I use everyday but these three have been my beauty staples for the past couple of months. I love trying different looks for different seasons and I've found some things that I'm really loving for Fall/Winter. 

1. Maybelline Master Duo Liquid Liner- I would be lying if I said I wasn't a sucker for a good cat eye. I typically don't wear a lot of eye makeup because, honestly, I don't have time to put it on in the morning. Recently I have just been going with a primer and a little mascara. But when I have time for getting all dolled up this liner is a must! I've tried pencil liners & other liquid liners before and nothing has worked as well as the Master Duo. It is so easy to apply and goes on so smoothly! Definitely a winner! 

2. Lollia Perfume- The only perfume that I have been using for the past few months or so is Lollia. Their scents are so dreamy and smell so good but are not overwhelming. This mini is the scent Imagine but I have mostly been wearing Wish. The mini guys are perfect for on-the-go and travel! 

3. Flower Beauty Kiss Stick Velvet Lip Color in Dahlia Darling- If I didn't already love Drew Barrymore enough she got me with her makeup line. Her lipsticks in particular are killer! I've always been a fan of a red lip but was a little worried about trying it for myself, especially since I have such pale skin. However, Drew had said that this red was perfect for those with fairer skin and I decided to give it a shot. I can't get enough of this lipstick and this shade! It's not a bright organge-y but more of a berry, which I love. It has a matte finish so it lasts for hours but it doesn't dry out your lips. I've bought this lipstick in a few other shades and still love it just as much <3 nbsp="" p="">

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.24.2013

11.22.2013

The In-Between...


Right now I am at that point where I am ready to start listening to Christmas music and yet I'm not quite ready to let go of Fall. I guess that it might just be that I don't feel like I really got to soak up October and November as much as I wanted to. I still want to have a hot cup of cider and burn a pumpkin-flavored candle. But at the same time, I am also getting so excited for Christmas and all the decorations and festivities that come along with it. I'm telling myself that it's not time to go into Christmas mode until after Thanksgiving but I'm starting to get the itch! 
What about you? Are you ready for it to be Christmastime or are you still holding on to Fall? 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.20.2013

Writer's Block...


I hate that I haven't been able to blog much over the last two weeks. Things have just been super crazy since I am moving towards the end of the semester at school and I have a lot on my plate. In addition to all that I also had jury duty last week so things have been hectic to say the least. Despite all of that, I have been wanting so badly to get back to blogging. Even though it's only been a few weeks I have missed sharing little bits of my life daily on the blog. The trouble is since I am so busy with work and school at the moment I am having a hard time coming up with content to blog about. I don't want to just post things for the sake of having a post up every day. So, I guess my question is: How do come up with posts for your blog? Do you ever have times when the inspiration just isn't flowing? What do you do? 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.17.2013

10 Things I LOVE...

1. Lollia Perfume in In Love.
4. All of the album artwork for "Band of Horses" is just gorgeous. 
9. Essie's 2013 Holiday Collection. 

*click text for links* 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.12.2013

68...

 

Happy Birthday to one of my favorite musicians of all time: Mr. Neil Young. Thank you for constantly singing me through it all. 

In honor of his birthday here's one of my favorites: 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.08.2013

Little Bits...


These past few days have been made up of moments spent soaking up the beauty of the changing leaves, drinking really good coffee and reading a REALLY good book, wearing my favorite jacket, and doing work by candlelight. It's in these moments that I take a breath and remember what's really important. I am loving this time of year and I want to drink in every minute of it. 
I hope that you have a fabulous weekend, friends!

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.05.2013

Fall Essentials...

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ace & jig loose fitting dress / Zara booties / Miss Selfridge felt hat / Neil Young - Harvest LP

Although I have been loyal to my leggings and sweaters this Fall there is nothing that I love more than a nice frock paired with tights and boots! This one from Ace & Jig is a little out of my price range but a girl can dream, right? I am also obsessed with the floppy felt hats this season and I think the burgundy ones are absolutely stunning! And of course I had to pair this assemble with some good music and I am all about Neil Young right now. All this outfit needs is a cool jacket and it would be good to go :) 

Peace and Love, 
Em

11.04.2013

Intern...


I have mentioned on the blog that I am working an internship but have never really gone into any detail about it. I have done a few internships in the past but the one I am involved with now is by far the best! I am currently interning at Bayside Bride. It's a blog based in Annapolis that focuses on nautical weddings around the Eastern Shore area. The blog is awesome but the best part is that I am loving what I am doing! I've finally had that moment where I said to myself "this is the career that I want." Maybe not wedding blogging specifically but blogging, and writing, and curating beautiful, inspirational photos. And of course I love all of the social media work! 
So that's all. I just wanted to fill you in a little on what's going on with me. Check out Bayside's website and see all of the fun & inspirational things that we are doing over there! 

Peace and Love, 
Em