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JUST JEWELS

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Good morning and happy Saturday! Hope your weekend is going great so far! I just wanted to say a quick hello and share a few images of some sparkly things making me very happy currently:) Hope you enjoy! CHLOE mini Drew  bag  |  SAINT LAURENT Jane sandals { in nude  here  & similar here   } |  VIVALUXURY x MEJURI White Velvet arrow  bracelet   & White Velvet   bracelet   |  ESTELLE DEVE Dawn  ring set  & Ilona  ring set   | GOLD PHILOSOPHY Pearl Galaxies ring , Eternity band , Pearl charm ring & Star charm ring   JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.

FAVORITE MAKE UP LOOK: BRONZED SKIN & CORAL LIPS

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Since I've been getting quite a bit of emails asking about my make up, I thought it'd be a good idea to do a step-by-step instructional on how to re-create one of my favorite make up looks. The beauty of this particular look is that it's really simple to do and you can use your favorite products.  I always recommend using really good brushes, like EcoTools ones for example. When it comes to make up, blending is everything, and good brushes really get the job done!:) Though I've used quite a few different brushes in the past, lately I've made a switch to EcoTools ones. Aside from the fact that they are made from eco conscious materials and are animal cruelty-free, something that's really important to me, they also  perform absolutely beautifully! Finally, and I am sure this will come as no surprise if you read my blog on regular basis, the reason why this is my go-to make up look is because it's super versatile. A great day-time look, you can wear it pretty m...

IN FULL BLOOM

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Not usually a fan of floral prints, falling in love with this muted grey, black and white number came as a bit of a surprise! Most of the time, I find floral prints a bit too busy or loud, yet there is absolutely nothing overpowering about this understated floral print. Quite on the contrary, the overall effect I think, is rather soft and elegant.  Initially, I envisioned pairing it with a leather jacket and a pair of black sneakers but I suppose the girly side took over and I couldn't resist wearing it with heels. Come to think of it, I couldn't resist quite a few things... like waiting to wear it on a trip I specifically got it for, rather than donning it on a  weekday afternoon outing with my hubby:) But of course, at this point I've come to accept the fact that I lack self control when it comes to cute new dresses:) ... and shoes, and bags and pretty much everything in between. Basically, if it's new I need to wear it right away, regardless! Does that happen to you ...

MY TOP 6: BEST BRONZERS & HIGHLIGHTERS

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If you read my blog on regular basis, you probably know that when it comes to make up, bronzer & highlighter are the two products I can't live without. In fact, I would say that they are basically the starting point of any look I create regardless of whether I am going for a simple day-time make-up or full on dramatic night-time one. As I was chatting about a few of my favorite bronzers & highlighters with Ninel recently ( my best friend, partner in crime and fellow make-up addict ), we realized that most of our all-time favorites are unsurprisingly the same. Unsurprisingly because... well, let's face it, not all bronzers & highlighters are created equal. The good ones can help you achieve that beautiful glowing skin, and the not-so great ones go on unevenly or look entirely to sparkly:) And so, Ninel and I decided to collaborate on a post featuring our top 6 favorite bronzers & highlighters. BRONZERS: I love to contour with the NARS Laguna bronzer because it’s...

SUMMER STRIPES

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One thing is certain, LA temperatures have officially become unbearable! HOT and HUMID, it feels like you you're in a sauna every time you step outside! Though I feel kind of silly complaining about the warmth and the sunshine because I am usually such a summer girl, nevertheless, lately I find myself longing for fall and somewhat more habitable temperatures:) You know, sometimes a girl just wants to enjoy her day without make-up melting off her face and frizzy hair...  As tempting as it is to hide from the heat indoors, daring to venture outside only in the evening, Emil and I are not really indoors kinda people. So, we've been trying to avoid the heat by spending the majority of our time in Malibu, which tends to be a bit cooler.  Funny, after hanging out in Malibu for years, we thought we knew all the cute hangout spots but I guess we were wrong:) Our latest discovery and obsession - The Malibu Cafe . Love the rustic decor, outside pool tables and paddle boat rides. Also, i...

PASTEL PLAYSUIT

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Yet another one of my outfits comprised entirely of old and new favorites! These snake-print Aquazzura heels and Marc Jacobs Trouble bag made countless appearances on this blog before and realistically speaking, will continue to make even more:) Though I am not a fan of matching my shoes and bags, I do love it when they happen to go together and this pair, is what I would call a match made in heaven:) Aside from the fact that they are basically made for each other, the reason I love them so much is because they are a perfect example of those dressed up neutrals I am so fond of. Their ability to complete any pastel ensemble is just astounding... and of course you know how I feel about pieces with special details like lacing, metal chains and straps... The playsuit is new, I got it just last week and our bond is growing rapidly:)! Love absolutely everything about it, from the prettiest, softest shade of pink, to the uber sophisticated combination of long sleeves and high neck! So chic, y...