Lust List

Since we found out we were expecting, we put ourselves on a budget and as we have been getting closer and closer to the due date, our budget has been getting tighter and tighter in preparation of me taking off 3 months to care for our little one. Even though my spending has been on lock down that hasn't stopped me from lusting after a couple different things and the funny thing is even if I wasn't on lock down I couldn't afford half these things anyway hah!:

1.) Bare Escentuals Powder Foundation: I recently ran out of this and that makes me sad. I usually apply this over my liquid foundation to smooth everything out. It's wonderful.

2.) Misikko HANAair Hair Dryer: This beauty comes with a hefty price tag of $194.99 but i've been reading it's magical. I have so much hair and usually spend about 20-25 minutes drying my hair on the days I do wash it. Plus my old dryer is harsh on my strands. Drool.

3.) Clarisonic Mia: Ever since I was about 17 I started a skin care regime - nothing too crazy usually just moisturizing, trying not to go to bed without taking of my makeup and washing my face with an exfoliater in the morning. Well I want to take it to the next level and heard this Clarisonic Mia does wonders for your skin. At $108, it's not too bad. Maybe for my birthday!

4.) Frye 'Jane' Tall Pull-on Boot: Pioneer Woman has made it very obvious of her favorite boot. The Frye Jane Boot. I've always wanted a simple, classic looking boot to pull over a pair of jeans that was very versatile. I love the color and look so much but at a $297.95 - $327.95 tag, it aint happening anytime soon. Goodbye lover.

5.) Sephora Immediate Wrinkle Filler: I haven't tried this yet, but I've heard this product is ahhhmaaazziinnng. It really helps fill in gaps especially with concealer giving you a more polished finish look.

6.) A vacation: Hah! I have been fortunate enough to cross off two BIG destinations on my list of places to travel. Hawaii and Italy. But lately i've been really wanting to check out Paris. I am part French you know, oui oui! The culture, the clothes, the architecture, the people, the FOOD! How lovely would it be to get away and soak in all the culture. One can only dream!

7.) Bringing up Bebe: Going along with the french culture, I've been hearing wonderful things about this book Bringing up Bebe by Pamela Druckerman. It's about an American journalist who moves to France and is amazed at the differences in parenting between the french and Americans. I heard about it first in a blog than in people magazine and then again on another blog. It's a sign I think! I don't think it would break the bank to pick up a $13 copy, don't you?

8.) Kitchen Aid Hand-mixer: Believe it or not, I do not own one and would like one. The end.

9.) Tarina Tarantino Brush Set: I think every girl should invest in a nice brush set. I only have a couple cheapy one's that feel harsh and I'm not a big fan of. After much research, I read these beauties are a wonderful investment! And actually they aren't THAT much at $69.

So there you have it, my lust list. Ranging from $20-a couple thousand. Got a nice assortment of realistic things and not so realistic things. What's on your lust list?

Yes.

I am not going to lie to you. I didn't watch the Superbowl. I was far too tired to even care. I heard the game was pretty good, the half time show was meh... but I kept hearing everyone talk about the Clint Eastwood commercial. Being a Michigander and living right outside of Detroit, this commercial really struck a cord. Take a watch for yourself.

Favorite Beauty Products

Here are a couple of my favorite beauty products I have been using lately. Especially in the winter months number 3,4 and 5 are especially nice.

1.) Yes to Cucumbers Facial Towelettes - I dont know about you, but I use to be terrible about taking off my makeup at the end of the day and would wake up looking like a freaky deeky raccoon in the morning. With these towelettes, I use one at the end of the day right before I got to bed and it takes off all my makeup while leaving my face feeling and smelling wonderful.

2.) Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash - I am so happy I stumbled upon this face wash! I use it every morning before I put on my makeup and it smells so good and it really has left my face feeling smooth and glowy.

3.) CoverGirl Lipslicks in Daring - This is by far my favorite lipstick/chapstick. My lips get really chapped (especially in the winter) and as much as I looove lipstick/glosses it just doesnt moisturize the way I want/need it too. These lipslicks not only moisturize my lips but give it a fun color as well. I cant tell you how many compliments I get when I wear this!

4.) Wen Pomegranate (Gluten Free) Cleansing Conditioner - Holy moly this stuff is amazing. My hair is notorious for being super dry and super itchy. One day as I was itching my head in a fury my mother in law introduced me to Wen products. She gave me a bottle to try and seriously, it works! It doesn't foam up like a shampoo and this is all you use. I use about 15 pumps for the amount of hair I have and I just massage it in reallllly good. Let it sit for about 2-4 minutes then rinse out. Immediately you can tell the difference in your hair. I give it one last pump before I'm done with my shower for extra smoothness.... smells divine as well.

5.) Wen Pomegranate Replenishing Mist - I use this stuff in my hair for extra volume or on my face for a quick pick me up and the smell, as you can imagine, is glorious! Or if I didn't wash my hair and I have my hair up in curlers for second day hair, i'll mist my hair while it's still in the rollers with the mist which leaves it smelling fresh and gives a little boost. Love!

6.) Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo - Dry shampoo is my BFF. I have so much hair that I just dont wash my hair everyday. I usually go every other day and this dry shampoo and I get along great. It's gentle on the scalp and really helps leaving hair looking brand spanking new and freshly washed while making styling just as easy.

Marcel the Shell...

Where has she been all my life....

MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON from Dean Fleischer-Camp on Vimeo.

If you need a quick smile....

Enjoy

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Life is Simple

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LOL!!!!!!

Laughter is contagious

Have you seen these Wanderlust Video's?? I might be the last. But I love them! It is basically videos from a guy named Rick Mereki where he visited 11 countries in 44 days and experienced and learned as much as he could. Amazing.

LEARN from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

EAT from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

Check out his Tumblr page

Cuteness

Granted this video has been around for awhile.  It has definitely been one of those week where you need to revisit old sites, videos and pictures that make you smile.  Here is one of them – enjoy.

 

These are a few of my favorite things….

Through the years I have tried many products, tried different brands and have built a list of things that I.just.love.  and I since I love to hear what everyone else’s favorite products are, I figure I’d share some of my fave’s with you too!

1.) Smashbox Under Eye Brighter

Can’t say enough good things about this product.  Have you ever woken up in the morning and needed a little extra help that your concealer isnt helping with? This will give your eye’s a POP and gives you they dewy look to you as well.  Love it, works wonders.

2.) Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer

I don’t know if you are like me and have a greasy eye lid problem.  By the end of the day my (expensive) eyeshadow would be all creased or non-existent.  Before I apply my eyeshadow I’ll apply a layer of this primer over my eye’s and let me tell you people, this stuff works!!! AHHHMAAAZZZIINNGGG.  11 hours later it is still on and still pretty pretty.  Great stuff.  Where had it been all my life?

3.) Josie Maran Hair Oil Serum

I have thick and somewhat coarse hair.  I wash it everyday and blow dry it 99% of the time so you can imagine my hair is dry and frizzy.  I recently started using this product and what you do is after you get out of the shower and towel dry your hair you pump the serum into your hands maybe 3 times and rub together then evenly coat your hair.  This will leave your hair feeling smooth and glossy after you style after you do style and you want to add a boost of shine.  Take one more pump and go over your hair once more concentrating on the ends.  Great product and I INSTANTLY saw a difference in my hair.  Added bonus? You can use this on your skin too for instant rejuvenation!

 

More to come soon! What are some of your favorite things?

Home Inspiration: Spring is in the air!

With spring around the corner - one can only hope. I am looking to some inspirational photos to spurce up the home. Here are a couple of my home inspirations that have caught my eye

WOW this color purple on this couch is stunning! Not to mention the amazing lamp in the back. Love.

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There is just something about a pure white room that looks like so clean and inviting.
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My love for purple is very clear, so to have this beautiful purple walls display these wonderfully organized pictures makes my heart sing!

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Product Review

I have a lot of hair. It's thick and heavy. Lately i've noticed that my hair has been loosing it's natural Oomph. I tried changing up shampoo's and conditioners, I tried teasing the crap out of it, I tried - everything. Nothing worked... my hair would fall flat within a matter of minutes. Until I came across this beauty.


This is by far the best volume spray (or Volume ANYTHING) I have EVER used. BA BAM! my hair is voluminous and stays that way for a long time - longer than any other product I have used. Basically after you jump out of the shower and towel off your hair grab this spray and pump the mist around your hair making sure you evenly coat it.... DONT OVER DO IT! it will leave your hair realllllly heavy and kind of oily. Let it sit for a minute... maybe brush your teeth real quick, apply some primer on your face then dry and style away. Be advised, this product is no cheapy a 4.2 oz bottle will cost you anywhere from $15-22 dollars depending on where you get it. I ordered mine from Amazon.com and it was fine.

Great product and a couple side perk is its a vegan product and are biodegradable! Highly recommended :)

Holiday Gift Guide - Part 1

Can you even believe Christmas is less than 4 weeks away? You know what that means - CRUNCH TIME! The list seems long, you don't want to even think about what to get them, you have no time. Fear not, I have put together some fun finds that will make anyone's Christmas!


TOMS - $44.00 and Up

I have wanted a pair of these for awhile. People kept telling me they were the comfiest pair of shoes they've slipped on. And let me tell you - they are. They may not be the most flattering shoe, but they've got some cute wedges, and wrap boots. Take a look!

Glee Soundtrack - 12.99 and up

I dont know about you. But I have SO jumped onto the Glee Wagon. This show is adorbs and the music is wonderful. Not to mention the great story lines. I simply love this show, and even if someone isn't a gleek. This CD is a definite picker-uper. Pop this baby in and your blah day is a Eeeee! day :)

Philosophy Gingerbread House - $20.00

I am a HUGE fan of the Philosophy brand. Between their lovely scents and their amazing face products, anything from the Philosophy brand will sure to brighten your day!

Record Coasters - $17.50

This is great for your music lover. Cute, fun, and interesting - love it!


Happy Hour Glass - $20.00

All I have to say about this beautiful gift, is that it is perfect. Perfectly engineered. Genius idea and a Genius gift

Stuff NoOne Told Me....

I found this adorable little site. Here are a couple of my favorites.

Updates and other notes

So I dont know about you, but I am hella excited for the engagement announcement of Prince William and Kate Middleton I am a sucker for a sweet story and my God, hasnt this poor girl waited long enough - 8 years! Yowza! The only thing I feel if-y about is he gave her his mothers engagement ring. Now don't get me wrong - what a lucky lady to be wearing Princess Di's ring, and I get where he is probably coming from - it's an incredibly sweet gesture. However, I think that kind of stuff is bad juju. Let's be real their marriage (Di's and Charles) didnt end well, they got divorced. Ugh. I do think this is different - they are in their early thirities - been together for 8 years. I dont think there will be too many more surprises. ;-) It is a beautiful ring.
In other news. I have been thinking gift ideas. And to be honest I have everything I want and need - truly.... spoiled really (but grateful) but nonetheless - I love to window shop. First up is how gorgeous are these Boots by Frye? They are so beautiful I could cry real tears.


Also I am in the market for some new makeup. Some good stuff. Stuff that wont end up hurting your skin in the long run. Something light and wont come off easily. So I have been doing some research and came across this stuff Make Up Forever which can be found at your local Sephora. It's not terribly expensive but certainly not cheap and comes in a variety of shades.


I also have been hearing a lot about expensive cookware - more specifically Le Creuset cookware. I would have to sell a kidney to buy even their tinest pot but my GOD have I heard amazing things about this stuff. You can do anything in them - even make doughnuts. TRUE STORY. But instead of breaking the bank to have one of these in my possession, the beautiful Giada De Laurentiis made her own version of Le Creuset Dutch Oven - it's beautiful!


This is Me and Mike's first Christmas at our new house and since I am so excited about this, my house is almost completely decorated already - Haha! Tis the season, right?!

New Math

Fun new math equations. I just wish math was like this in school hehe!