Fashion

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The month of August has crept up on us and we are dead in the middle of summer! My favorite summer outfits are of course dresses and skirts! So ladies, here’s a little summer wardrobe inspiration!

I am in love with everything about this outfit! From her hair to her red lip to the floral down to the shoes and handbag!

Denim + Maxi Skirt– Perfection!

One Word: LOVE!
Button up with a pleated maxi! Adorable.

Yes Please! I want both those items in my closet. I love the patterned skirt paired with the simple top.

Dress! Heels! Love them! This is like the perfect outfit to roam around Europe in! The off the shoulders look is amazing for summer time!

Black + White. Simple and perfect.

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Dressing for Monaco

Located on the French Riviera, bordered by France on three sides, and the beautiful Mediterranean Sea on it’s other, Monaco is one of the most magical places I’ve ever visited. Though, it’s the second smallest country in the world- there is something so grand about it. I can remember the excitement as I boarded the train from Nice, France to head to Monaco. I had butterflies in my stomach and as we entered the country– I was blown away. There was something dreamy about Monaco. Of course, I was 16, highly influenced by Anne of Green Gables dramatic sense of imagination, and in Europe so with that combination- everything was bound to be dreamy. But none the less, Monaco had a royal sense about it and I was in love!

During our visit, there was some grand event going on in the city near the Monte Carlo Casino including red-carpets. Naturally my imagination ran wild and I envisioned men in tuxedos and women in their elegant gowns!

I’ve been stumbling across some lovely dresses lately and thought about how divine it’d be to wear one to an event in Monaco.

So in the event that I attend an elegant gala along the French Riviera–

Voila!

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Inspired by Dior!

Back in the day, I am pretty sure that I was the only high school Sophomore in the state of California that was not allowed to wear make up. As a kid, I’d sneak into my mom’s room while she was out running errands and play with her make up. Of course, I had no idea what I was doing. So while I thought I looked so grown up and fashionable, I’m pretty sure that it could have actually been classified as a disaster. Despite the fact that I had no idea what I was doing with make up, I was fascinated. To this day, I still am fascinated. I guess that was on the list of “pros” to not letting your fifteen year old daughter use make up.

I stumbled across these Dior images on Style.Com and fell in love. They are absolutely beautiful.

Red Lips. This summer, I’ve been all about the red/orange lips. It’s elegant and classy while at the same time making a statement. Honestly, you can’t go wrong. Every brand has reds, but my favorite? Cover Girl’s “Flame”. Cover Girl’s lipsticks are great because they are 1) affordable  and 2) they are long lasting. Seriously! You can eat a full meal and not have to re-apply because of awkward fading.

For a orangey lip color- head on over to the MAC counter! My favorite is “Morange”. It’s the perfect shade of orange. Their lipsticks run about $15 each. You won’t be disappointed with this purchase.

This is one of my favorite images! I adore the blue liner-! It’s great for those days when you want to try something new. If you are looking for blue liner– Sephora is a gold mine! They have a great line of liquid liners for about $7 in an array of colors! The Sephora brand is honestly one of my favorite brands for liquid liner.

If you are looking for a good mascara and are willing to spend a couple extra bucks– you must try Dior’s! Over the years I’ve tried tons of mascaras! From Cover Girl to Lancome to Armani! Dior though has stolen my loyalty. It does the most for my lashes! Giving them the perfect combination of thickness and volume!

Dior Show found at Sephora: $25

Love to all. Have fun exploring with make up this week!

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Monday’s Best

Another week. Another set of Bests!

Enjoy.

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Best Typography

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Best Lesson Learning

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Best Summer Look

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Best Cozy Chic

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Best Novia Scotia Moment

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Best Floral Dress

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Best Play on Words

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Best Feeling

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Best Adventure to add to the Top 100

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Best Friend Moment

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Best White Dress

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Best Quote

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Best Sand Art

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Best Quote to Live By

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Best Quote on Life

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Best Monday Outfit 

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The Fashion Transition

There comes a time in every girl’s life where she has to “step it up” in the fashion department. Personally, I’ve had several of those “step it up” moments. As I headed into my senior year of college- I distinctively remember my sweet mother having a very “serious” talk with me about the need to step it up in the fashion department. My mother informed me that my days of dressing like a little hippie had to come to an end and I should start becoming “more professional”.

The second “step it up” moment came not too long ago when I transitioned into a ‘big girl’ job. My days of nannying and working only at the non-profit had come to and end– and I was officially going to be working in the corporate world. My go to outfit of “boots and leggings” were clearly no longer appropriate for working at a college. It was time for a fashion transition.

Over the past couple months I’ve traded in my flats for heels, my cardigans for blazers, and cotton dresses to high waisted pieces!

 My days of thinking that corporate attire is boring is long gone. For those of you trying to vamp of your work wardrobe- this is for you.

It’s time to bring color, fashion, and creativity to corporate attire.

Starting with this pink blazer.

I love this next outfit! The longer blazer paired fun tights!

Fun colored blazer with a simple button up: CHECK!

 And yes, of course, colored pants! A must!

Okay, so if you don’t feel brave enough to do a bold color for pants- here’s a couple pant styles that are perfect for work yet a little more subtle. So adorable!

And skirts– who said they can’t be the “norm”? I’m absolutely loving this style of skirts and dresses-!

And yes, I’m totally in love with this skirt! It’s vintagey, classy, and work appropriate! What’s not to love?

Every girl ought to have lace in her closet. Classy.

Everything about this outfit is lovely!

The End (for tonight at least).

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