12 Aug 2018

Weekend Notes
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Happy Sunday, friends! Apologies for the radio silence around here. It’s always hard to blog during the summer months when we travel every weekend. Any who, checking in quickly to share some of my favorite links from around the web this week. Hope everyone had a nice weekend! Xo. Lauren

Links I Loved

  • Loosing Earth: 30 years ago we could have saved the planet. – The New York Times 
  • My boyfriend and I can’t stop watching Fouda on Netflix. Have you streamed yet?! SO good. – Netflix

Sales & Shopping

  • I’m v excited that my new dresser from One Kings Lane got delivered this week!!!! Isn’t she pretty?
  • Ok, if there is one sweater you have to buy this summer – it’s THIS one from RL. It’s currently on sale and yes, me and my mom got matching sweaters.
  • I discovered this media cabinet on Target the other day and I’m shocked that it’s only $300 dollars. It reminds me of some of the pieces from Nior which are more than 2x the price!
  • Speaking of sweaters: this striped sweater will be perfect for fall (and ok, this chunky knit too). Is it bad I’m already shopping for fall?

 

Source: Kate Marker Interiors

8 Aug 2018

This Beautiful Seaside Beach House Is All Of The #Goals
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A few months ago I discovered Kate Marker Interiors on Instagram. As soon I came across her feed I automatically thought to myself “have I been living under a rock?!” I absolutely love Kate’s work AND this seaside beach house she decorated in Seaside, Forida. From the drop-dead gorgeous kitchen to the well-appointed details and finishes found throughout the home, this seaside beach house is definitely one to add to the design files.

In case you’re not familiar, Seaside (also known as 30A) is a beach town located on the Gulf Coast in Florida. My best friends from college and I have been visiting this cute little town for over 8 years now. With it’s beautiful beaches, casual atmosphere & delicious restaurants, it’s one of our favorite places to do our annual girls trip! We recently visited earlier this year for Kristin’s bachelorette party and it’s amazing how much Seaside has been built up since our last visit!

Below are a few more images to peruse through + product links below to help you get the look. If you had a beach house, where it would it be?! Ready, set, leave a comment below!! Xo. Lauren

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30 Jul 2018

Summer Skincare & Makeup Must-Haves
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This summer I’ve been obsessed with wearing as little makeup as possible! Anyone else? I think I’ve finally mastered my “no makeup” makeup look. What I’ve learned is that facial oils & serums are must to achieve a healthy summer glow and this RMS magic luminizer is seriously magic!!

Today I’ve rounded up my summer skincare and makeup must-haves. Many of these products I started using a few months ago after swinging by Blue Mercury in the West Village. The girls in the store were so nice & helped me expand the portfolio of products I now have on repeat. Additionally, I started visting Karine Kazarian in Greenwich Village! The girls who work for Karine are so knowledgable about skincare and have also encouraged me to wear as little makeup as possible!

So here is a breakdown what’s currently working for me:

  • Chuda Hydrating Cream – My #1 must-buy. If you dry skin is a skincare challenge, you can easily solve this with Chuda. A little bit goes a long way and a large jar will last several months at a time.
  • RMS Magic Luminizer – If I don’t feel like putting on foundation, bronzer or blush, this RMS Magic Luminizer is the best product I’ve found to help give me a light, natural summer glow. I also love this lip and cheek tint.
  • RMS Beauty Oil – This is a new-to-me product that I just started using this summer & am so happy with the results. Again, I tend to use this oil when I don’t wear make up.
  • Everything Mascara – Currently using on repeat — with or without makeup.
  • Caviar Stick in Rose Gold – LOVE this product for summer — easy to apply and gives a light shimmer.
  • Charlotte Tilbury Eyeshadow (Marie Antoinette) – One of my girlfriends introduced me to the eyeshadow and am officially addicted.
  • NuFace – I bought this product a few months ago and highly recommend to help with cell turnover.

What are some of your favorite summer skincare must-haves? Xo. Lauren

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17 Jul 2018

My Top 10 Picks from The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
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The Nordstrom Anniversary sale is at last here!! I’ve beens shopping this sale for years and it’s seriously one of the best sale to shop throughout the entire year. Currently the sale is only open for card members but no need to worry, the sale opens to everyone on July 20th!

I’ve developed 2 key strategies to keep in mind whenever I shop the Nordstrom sale – 1. stick to classic wardrobe staples & 2. shop designer brands I wouldn’t normally shop. For example, I like to invest in jeans (the AG Farrah are my go-tos), shoes (boots, specifically) coats and jackets, sweaters, or classic jewelry pieces. My favorite designer brands I like to shop during this sale include Burberry (love this classic quilted jacket in red), Barbour, Ralph Lauren, Michelle Watches, and Stuart Weitzman (must-buy the Eldridge Over-The-Knee Boots). Other brands that almost always have great onsale items for even less include J.Crew, Top Shop (how cute is this color block sweater?) & Zella.

Rather than doing a huge round up, I put together my top 10 most easy buys for you guys can shop today.

  1. This is probably the first year that a Burberry trench hasn’t made my top 10 list but that’s ok because we have this gorgeous Ralph Lauren trench to add to our wardrobe this year!! I would rank this as my #1 must-buy from this sale – a wardrobe staple you can easily wear on repeat during the fall & spring months! Plus I love the structure and wrap belt.
  2. Speaking of fall coats, I picked up this Barbour coat last year and it is now easily one of my go-to coats. It’s light weight, comes with a hood and lining if you need more warmth, and I personally wear it a TON when I travel.
  3. This blue and white striped dress would be perfect to wear-to-work or on the weekends.
  4. I’ve had my eye on this Tory Burch wallet for quite some time (one of my co-workers has it!) and you can’t beat the price point.
  5. Every year Nordstrom puts a select amount of sweaters & cardigans on sale – I love this one for both work and travel!
  6. If you need a new set of pajamas, this two-piece set from J.Crew is a no-brainer.
  7. At least 3 of my girlfriends have purchased these Zella high waist leggings. I’ve never tried them before but for $35 dollars you better believe I will be buying at least two pairs!
  8. If you’re looking for a classic piece of jewelry to invest in at a great price point during this sale, look no further than this gold Michelle watch. I am obsessed with the mother of pearl face.
  9. One can never have too many pairs of white nikes. Who’s with me?
  10. Last but not least, I always love perusing Nordstrom’s boot selection during the sale. These are your basic suede booties but for the price point I know I will wear them constantly this fall.

What are our top picks from the sale!! Leave a comment on my Instagram! 🙂

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