summer 2017


National Lipstick Day 2017: my current go-to lipsticks

chanel rouge coco shine summer 2017 lipstick colors

Happy National Lipstick Day! In celebration of this day, I thought it would be fun to share with you my three favorite lipsticks for the summer season. While dark colors, and trendy paintable lip colors are great for evenings out on the town, I prefer something a little more subtle and natural during the day.

I have been wearing Chanel’s Rouge Coco sheer lipsticks since I was in my early 20’s. This is my favorite sheer lipstick on the market. It never cakes, and always leaves subtle color. You can see my review of the their summer colors here.

estee lauder pure color love lipstick collection review

The new Estee Lauder Pure Color Love collection is so fabulous! I am addicted to their wide of range of colors. This has become my go-to cream lipstick. I love the subtle pink shades in the collection for summer, and plan to wear darker colors when fall rolls around. You can see my review of the collection here.

yves saint laurent volupte sheer candy lipstick review

I bought this YSL lipstick back in January and am almost done with the tube. I wear it all.the.time! I can’t wait to see the new colors YSL introduces for the fall season. I will be ready for a new tube when fall rolls around! You can see my review here.

What are your favorite lipsticks of the moment?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy


Cozy fall sweater for cool summer mornings

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wearing: rose gold dangle earrings / Chanel summer lipstick / black v-neck tee / cozy grey sweater (fall 2017!)/ red shoulder bag / rose gold cuff / Chanel summer nail polish / black leather watchdark rinse girlfriend jeans (fall 2017!) / black Gucci slides (also love this pair under $100)

I am so happy the fog has been coming in overnight, and giving us cool mornings before the day heats up. This cozy fall sweater is turning into the perfect go-to piece for combating the cool, foggy mornings of summer.

This sweater is great for throwing on when the fog is in, then, when the fog burns off, it is easy to take off and either carry, stuff into a tote, or leave in the back of the car. It does not shed or leave fuzz behind; making it easy to wear over black. Love that!

My adorable little ten-year-old daughter snapped these pictures the other day before the fog had completely burned off. She is getting so good at using the camera! When I took the sweater off at lunch, my teenage daughter started eyeing it, and asking if she can borrow it. Hopefully it stays in my closet, and doesn’t end up in hers! I’m in love with it!

Today is the last day of early access for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and things are already selling out! Have you purchased anything yet?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Casual summer into fall outfit idea

wearing: Kendra Scott earrings / long sleeve ombre tee c/o Oh Concept Collection (use discount code CATHY to save $$ -comes in three colors!) / Chanel summer lipstick / Chanel summer nail polish / charcoal skinny jeans / watch c/o Welly Merck (use code BAF20 to save) / Givenchy handbag / fall 2017 booties

The fog has finally started to come back in! The weather has been so hot, the morning fog has been a welcome sight. With morning fog, comes a slight chill which is allowing me to to start to put together my summer into fall outfits. I love starting to wear the fall trends in the summer!

This long sleeve, ombre tee by Oh Concept is perfect for transitioning from summer into fall. Despite the long sleeves, the tee is lightweight, and very comfortable! I love the pretty ombre effect! I wore it over a tank top, but it also looks really cute when worn off one shoulder, or both shoulders too! It comes in three colors, but of course, blue is my favorite! I also love how the tee is lower in the back, so it covers my bum when I wear skinny jeans. haha

I also love how this tee look with athleisure looks. It can easily be worn with sneakers and leggings. Again, it covers my bum, so it is perfect with comfy leggings! Love that!

These booties need a shout-out too. They are great for summer into fall outfits since they dip down on the sides. You don’t have to wear heavy socks with them, they can be worn barefoot; which help them stay cool in the transitioning weather patterns we will see here in the Bay Area starting in September.

Oh Concept Collection has so many cute tee’s for wearing now, and into the fall months! Be sure to check them out at OhConcept.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy