Listen Up

Isn't this just so true? I'm doing it. (And I love her glasses)

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Naked 2

It's always good to do a little spring cleaning in the ol' makeup bag. It's no good to pull out some funky mascara wand or crumbled-to-pieces eye shadow. So I did a little makeup update a la Urban Decay.

First up, this eye pencil, in bourbon. I usually like to keep it simple, and this rich brown with just a hint of sparkle is perfect.

I've been hearing rave reviews about the new Naked 2 nude eye shadow pallete. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint! The shadows are a great mix of nudes and browns that look great on any color eye. I somehow managed to get the last one in the Sephora by me. Oh, and it comes with a double sided eye brush. I love it.

Finally, I tried out this lipgloss pencil (!) in Lovechild. I seriously felt like a kindergartner who found her favorite crayon and was not about to let it go. I applied and reapplied about 500 times Saturday night (with my lovely friend Stacy below).

So What

It's been rainy this week in DC. Rain in January usually makes me gloomy, but not this year (maybe the 65 degree weather today helped). I'm just thinking about fun rain gear.

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And for those of you who are feeling a little down right now, please look to this lovely quote to raise those spirits.  Happy Weekend.

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Eternal Sunshine

I stumbled across this brand, Eternal Sunshine Creations, today and I love it. The clothes are so fun and whimsical. I love when you see the same beautiful pattern done over in so many interesting ways.

I need a distributor closer to me! Looks like a trip to NYC needs to come soon.

Jetsetter

I have a confession. I have only purchased 2 "grown up" bags in my life. By grown up, I mean something that did not come from Express or Forever 21. I cherish these two bags for every penny they are worth, but....

Since I returned from a few weeks of travel, started my job with much more travel in sight, and also ripped a big gaping hole in the corner of my workout duffel bag, I realized a new bag is in order. One that could hold a laptop, my gym shoes, and double as an easily accessible purse for travel while obviously looking professional and chic. It was a challenge to say the least.

I looked high and low and saved you all internet time of finding that perfect bag: the O.M.G. (Overnight & Medium Gym). It comes from a great little company, with a great family story, Lo and Son's. It's everything I wanted and is 20% off until January 31st (with free shipping!). I can't wait until it get's here. I promise to update you when it officially arrives and tell you what it's like in person.

Trust me guys. It's waterproof, with a crossbody strap, and even has feet on the bottom (an essential component of a bag that is horribly missing in most bags I see).

Miss me?

I've been gone for a month! Did you miss me? I've been living the life off in Australia with my three high school besties. I highly recommend it.

While Australia is in full summer swing DC is no longer 80 degrees here. I've taken some holiday gift cards (thanks!) and purchased these AMAZING fringe moccasin boots from Minnetonka. I bought them in brown suede, but I'm seriously thinking about exchanging for the black. Such a fun flat for winter. Don't knock them till you try them in real life. Beautiful.

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