Work Wardrobe

All of my favorite brands seem to have incredible sales at the moment. I sat at my computer all night browsing the sites. I really need to revamp my work wardrobe. I'm struggling to put outfits together each morning and I certainly need some summer styles since it's been 90 degrees the past couple weeks. This is how I justify it to myself :) and Brady.

1 | All Saints 

Keel Mar Dress, Evis Tank, Uma Cardigan, Helix Dress

2 | Club Monaco 

Kiona Pant, Briley Wrap, Neandra Top

I should really start adding some color into my shopping carts... Note for next time. 

Weekend Update

We had the best weekend with Sean and Amanda in town! 

They arrived Friday after traveling through Oregon. We wasted no time. We had dinner at Boathouse 19 and drinks at Tacoma Narrows Brewery. Then, stopped by Brent and Molly's :) Of course we had to end the night at Harmon Tap with pizza and drinks. 

Saturday started early with breakfast at Arthouse Cafe and then a hike at Rattlesnake Ledge. It was insanely hot- seriously, 95 degrees. The view was great on such a clear day, but the best part was dipping our toes in the lake at the end of the hike. 

Excuse the excessive sweating 

This felt good!

We spent the rest of Saturday in Seattle. We hit all the high points- browsed through Pike's Place Market, stopped by the Space Needle, watched the sunset over the Puget Sound. We ate dinner at Japonessa (a great sushi recommendation from Kara!) and cooled down with ice cream for dessert. 

So good!

Hello again

Such a cute place. The ice cream was amazing- I had lavender mimosa sorbet

Finally found the gum wall

Discovered the pano button

Sunday morning was a bit gloomy, but we made the best of it with a walk through my favorite neighborhood and paddle boarding on the Sound. We finished the trip with brunch at Montamara.

Tudor style house and hydrangeas :) 

Amanda liked the palm trees

This was fun! Although I was bit unbalanced 

Mt. Rainer

Product Empties

Face

The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Oil isn't for me. I really don't like putting oil on my face. Even after I rinse with water I can still feel it. Plus, this leaked all over my counter. 

The Body Shop Seaweed Mattifying Day Cream is one of my favorites. It's my benchmark to compare all other moisturizers to. It really does control oil. 

L'Oreal Infallible Setting Spray is good stuff. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. It's similar to the Urban Decay All-Nighter, but a much finer mist. 

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Serum was apart of my nightly skincare routine. I really enjoyed using it at the time, but I didn't miss it when it was gone. Probably won't repurchase this one. 

NARS Eyeshadow Base is a holy grail, can't live without product. I couldn't leave the house without this. Even on days when I don't wear eyeshadow I still use it. 

NARS Bronzer (Laguna) is another holy grail product that I've repurchased multiple times. Nothing really compares to it. The tone is perfect- not too orange like many others. 

Urban Decay All-Nighter Setting Spray has been my favorite for years. I still use it (because I bought in bulk at an ULTA sale), but I'll probably stick with the L'Oreal one just because it's cheaper. 

Clinique Repairware Laser Focus Eye Cream took me ages to finish (and it was only a mini size!). I'm horrible at remembering this step. However, I am anxious to try the First Aid Beauty Eye Duty. 

Buxom Lip Gloss (Sophia) has already be repurchased. It's the perfect natural, light pink tint. Plus, it lasts a long time and it looks even better in the summertime with a tan. 

The Body Shop Drops Of Youth Serum is one of the few skincare products that I actually miss when I finish a bottle. I definitely need to get a new one. I really like using this serum morning and night. 

L'Oreal Miss Manga Mascara is a goodie! The flexible wand took awhile to get used to, but the mascara itself is amazing. This is my most recommended beauty product ever. 

Tarte Gifted Mascara is tied with Miss Manga for my favorite. I used to hoard mascaras, but ever since I found these two I don't even bother with trying anything new. 

Benefit They're Real Mascara is really wet. I had to let it sit for months, before I started to like it. It was ok- never at the top of my list. I don't why everyone raves about it.

Clinique Lash Doubling Mascara was one of my favorites last year and I honestly can't remember why. Maybe my eyelids have gotten more oily, but whenever I use this it smudges after a few hours. 

Yes To Blueberries Facial Towelettes don't smell as nice as the Yes To Cucumber ones, but apart from that I think they work just as well. I really like the packaging- they don't dry out!

Hair

 Oscar Blandi Dry Shampoo smells incredible (citrus fruit scent), but it can feel a little grimy and it leaves a crazy white cast. There are certainly better options for less money.

Salon Grafix Play It Big Dry Shampoo is much better and far cheaper. It doesn't buildup or leave a residue like the Oscar Blandi one. Plus, the price is on point. 

Bumble & Bumble Dryspun Finishing Spray is a hybrid. Dry shampoo meets texturizing spray. The smell is incredible, but the finished look is the best. Definitely worth the splurge!

Kenra Volumizing Shampoo/Conditioner is made for people with fine, lifeless hair (like myself). It's claims (body and fullness) are spot on. It also really helps your style hold throughout the day. 

L'Oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray has made me a hairspray convert. I used to hate the stuff. It would leave my hair crunchy, but this is so lightweight and you can still run your fingers through it.

Matrix Essentials Alternate Action Clarifying Shampoo is fantastic! I wash with it once or twice a week depending on how much hair product I've been using and it leaves my hair squeaky clean. 

On My Mind

1 | The 1975 are returning to the US! I've been stalking their webpage for months to see when they will be touring again. They're coming to Seattle in December :) I hope this means a new album will be out soon!

2 | 50 Shades of Grey is back! I picked up the latest book (from Christian's point of view) and I've been reading it nonstop. It's surprising still interesting even though you know how it ends. No shame- I love this series. 

3 | The wallet search continues... and it's consuming my life. I don't remember the last time I contemplated a purchase for this long. I'm really torn between a wristlet and a french wallet. Decisions, decisions.

Longchamp, Mulberry, Shinola

4 | We will have company this weekend and I'm beyond excited! I haven't seen Amanda (or Sean) in ages. They'll only be here for a few days, but I'm been brainstorming fun activities for the 3 weeks :)

Our last photo together... get ready for photo overload on Monday