Summer Favorites

Lovelies,

Below are my six favorite summer items:

1. Smith's Minted Rose Lip Balm- As a high school student, I am constantly looking for products that are long-lasting, fuss-free and fun. For months, I have been impressed with this balm's ability to keep my lips chap-free, while serving as a lightweight gloss. The formula of petroleum jelly and rose extract is simple, but works wonders (especially in the winter months). During the summer, I have found that it serves as an excellent on-the-go product. The balm can be used on hands as well. Available at Sephora and Anthropologie, $6.

2. Madewell Friendship Bracelets- These past few months, I have traded my J. Crew costume jewelry for more delicate, wearable pieces. These two bracelets are staples in my wardrobe; I wear them quite frequently, and they go with pretty much everything. Although they are friendship bracelets, aspects such as the gold accents and fun colors classify them as a subtle statement piece, especially if layered. Available at Madewell, $10 each.

3. Moroccon Oil Curl Control Mousse- It is no secret that I have hair that simply can't be tamed. I had never tried a curl mousse before this product, and have been impressed with the results. (You could say it has become a little easier to style my hair). The solution shapes curls while fighting frizz simultaneously. Even for someone with tame hair, this product does provide those "beach waves" that many girls wish to accomplish. Available at Ulta and Moroccan Oil's website, $29.

4. Anthropologie Stretchy Headbands- I recently dubbed these my "hipster headbands". These vibrant elastics are fun accent pieces, and come in varying patterns, colors and textures. Most importantly, they make it a little more enjoyable to wear one's hair in a bun. Available at Anthropologie, $15.

5. Zoya Nail Polish in Maya- I love to wear pinks in the summer, especially on my nails. Zoya polishes are always the best to use, as they are toluene, formaldehyde, DBP and camphor free. Fewer chemicals, happier nails. Available at most nail salons, $7.

6. Almay Skin Balancing Pressed Powder- Although I tried loose powder for a while, I was constantly frustrated with the amount of unused product that seemed to end up all over my bathroom floor (so much anger in the mornings). A pressed powder with balancing components was a wonderful solution. I especially like the design on the powder; very artsy. Available at CVS, $11.

Em

Romantique

Lovelies,

I had so much fun blogging about some of my favorite summer products, I just had to write another post. This time, these essentials are aimed towards a soft and feminine look. They're light, sparkly and make you feel totally classy. =)

1) Nars Lipgloss in Turkish Delight- This is the best lipgloss when I'm in the mood for a minimal look. It gives a perfect amount of shine, and the texture is wonderful too. I wouldn't say it's good for a night out, but for day-to-day use, this gloss is your number one.

2) Eaux Naturelles Toilettes by Fragonard- These scents are light and again, perfect for daytime wear. The five scents include Verveine, Cerisier, Freesia, Rose de Mai and Orangier. My personal favorite is Verveine, just because its citrus-based and perfect for any occasion.

3) Zoya Nail Polish in Hermina - This nail polish is a wonderful champagne color that's SO forgiving. (For some reason, doing my nails= impossible, and I almost always get polish outside my nail.) Plus, the formula dries pretty quickly, and sets really well.

4) BareMinerals eyeshadow in Queen Phyllis- I bought this eyeshadow for a dance about a year ago and forgot about it after that....but I rediscovered it in my eyeshadow drawer a few months ago! The color is wonderful, and leaves a champagne shimmer on the lid. The container can be really annoying if not closed well, but the contents inside make up for it.

5)  Trois Petit Cochon Soap Set by Giana Rose Atelier- These soaps are simply adorable. As I said before, I'm much more likely to use a soap that's cute than just a plain bar of soap. They smell wonderful (French Linen, anyone?), and also lather well.

6) Stila Eyeshadow Trio- I picked this up at Macy's about a year ago. I was more attracted to the price than anything. (Stila eyeshadows for $10? YES.) To my surprised, I ended up loving the colors in the trio. All of them have a wonderful texture, and can be applied super easily. Plus, the palette is easy to take on the go.

XOXO,

Em