Current Beauty Staples...

These days I am always looking for ways to achieve a natural look while still having a little fun with my makeup. While most days I try to keep it simple I also frequently get the urge to rock a cat eye or wear a bright lip. Recently I have stumbled upon a few products that I am just loving and I thought I'd share! 

The majority of my new favorite products are by Benefit. I've always loved Benefit- they're packaging is super cute- but the only thing I've ever purchased is their perfume (it's my favorite!). While in Nashville my cousin gave me a few samples to try and I feel head over heels for them.  

First up is the Sugarbomb Ultra Plush Lipgloss. This lipgloss has the perfect amount of shimmer and is a beautiful nudey-pink color. I'll wear it all by itself or on top of a lipstick and it always looks perfect! 

Lately I've been obsessed with trying different mascaras. I'm not one to wear false lashes so I'm always on the hunt for a mascara that will provide me with the best volume and length. Benefit's They're Real Mascara is seriously one of the best mascaras I have ever tried!

Next, is Benefit's The POREfessional. This pro balm acts as the perfect primer and it minimizes the look of pores. I have never been one to use primer in the past but a few of my girlfriends were raving about it so I just had to try. My skin feels so smooth after using this and I can definitely tell a difference in the appearance of my foundation. Along the same lines is the Boi-ing Concealer. I have always struggled with dark circles under my eyes and blemishes. This concealer is by far my favorite of any that I have tried. It is so smooth and glides on while lasting all day long and covering up all types of imperfections. I also love that it looks so natural and you can't even tell that you have makeup on!

Finally, I have to mention my favorite lipstick! I have to say that I'm a sucker for lipsticks and lipglosses. If I am at the store and see something I like, I buy it, even if I have more than enough at home. However, there is one lipstick that is my tried and true and that I use all the time. It's Snob by MAC and it's the perfect balance between a natural color and a pop of pink. Like I said, I tend to keep my makeup pretty simple these days, so a pretty pop of color goes a long way!

What are some of your favorite beauty products? What's the one beauty item you can't leave home without- I'd love to hear!

Peace and Love,
Em

Birthday Wishlist...

Ariella Collection 14k jewelry
nordstrom.com

Free People vegan purse
freepeople.com

NARS Cosmetics lip liner
narscosmetics.com

Alexa Chung It
kirnazabete.com 

I can't believe that my Birthday is coming up in a little over a week! I feel like I just turned 21. I've put together this little collection of things that are on my wishlist for my Birthday. I can't get over that bag, and those rings- swoon! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

The Little Things...

Sometimes I wonder if I am too materialistic. I always get so excited about new purchases and I can spend hours "window" shopping online. But then I also think, "What girl doesn't love shopping?" And it's not like I spend excessive amounts of money on things. All of that to say that I am working on spending less time on things and more on my spiritual well-being. But still, you can't deny that feeling you get when you come home with a brand new nail polish or a new book. Currently I have three little things that are putting a smile on my face. The first is my Essie nail polish in Beyond Cozy. I am a huge fan of gold nail polishes and this is my favorite one that I have tried! It has just the right amount of shimmer and it always makes me smile when I look down at my hands during the day. Second is my MAC perfume in Turquatic. This is a beautiful, fresh scent that is just lovely for Spring and Summer. I got this as a gift last year and have been obsessed ever since! Finally, there is nothing better than getting a new book! I had been hearing such great things about Crash the Chatterbox that I couldn't hold off buying it. It sounds like it will be perfect for some of the things that I am struggling with right now and I can't wait to start reading it.

That's it for today, lovelies! I hope your week is going well and that you are finding the little things within it that are making you happy!

Peace and Love,
Em

My Beauty Wishlist...

I'm no beauty guru, but boy do I love makeup! Most days I just wear the essentials: foundation, mascara, blush. Still, it's always nice to have a few fun and daring things in your makeup drawer. Lately I've been watching a lot of beauty vlogs and reading blogs to hear what some of my favorite ladies love to use. I have a few things on my list that I'm just dying to get and I thought that I would share them with you :) 

Bobbi Brown Sheer Lip Color in "Rosy" // NARS 'Final Cut' Blush in "Sex Fantasy" // Butter London Nail Lacquer in "Fruit Machine" // Wink Cream Eye Shadow in "Twigged" 

What are your beauty must-haves?! I would love to hear! 

Peace and Love, 

Em

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

For Two...

I have gone on about my love for Andrew and Carissa Gallo and my love for their films before. A while back they shot a series for Kinfolk magazine including these "For Two" minis. I think all three are just brilliant. If I had to pick a favorite it would be the last one; it's pretty magical. 

Peace and Love, 

Em

Blog Smitten- My Calico Skies...

Lauren is fairly new to the blog world and I am fairly new to her blog. In fact, I only started reading it last week! However, the photography on this blog is just beautiful and inspiring. Lauren pulls a lot from her idol Linda McCartney and it shows. She has great music taste and is a wonderful photographer and true artist!! Here are some reasons you will fall for My Calico Skies just like I did: 

*Fun DIYs 

*Bits and pieces 

*Recipes 

*Ten things I dig 

Peace and Love, 

Em