An Underrated Accessory - The Phone Case

Today's post is about one of the most important and underrated accessory out there - your phone case! Think about it. You take your cell phone EVERYWHERE with you, and usually its in your hand, or on your desk, exposed to the world. If you forget it somewhere or can't seem to find it cue the panic attack. Your precious piece of technology needs the protection of a case, so why not have a cute one? If you've had the same old phone case for a while now and need some inspiring new styles, look below! Now some are designer brands, which means they are more expensive, but I've included others that you can find for cheap that are just as cute. I can't even really pick a favorite, I love them all! I'm sure you'll find out from my Instagram which one I choose. ;)

Links Below!

xox,

                  Meredith

Drugstore Makeup Look

Hi Everyone! I feel like I've been featuring a lot of higher end products lately or just items that are not as easy to get your hands on. So today I wanted to be sure to create a look using all drugstore products. Let me tell you something about the drugstore - it is the origin and birthplace of my love for cosmetics. I can raid CVS for days. But really, starting out, I would never want to spend a lot of money on makeup, especially when I was just learning. The drugstore is a great place to experiment with makeup for that exact reason. Everything is priced reasonably and I've found that there are some amazing quality drugstore products out there. So with no further ado, look below to see all of the products I used!

 

 

 

Face

Cheeks

Eyes

Lips

Full List of Products Used:

Face:
Foundation - Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous - Nude Beige
Concealer - Maybelline Super Stay 24 Hour - Ivory
Powder - NYC Smooth Skin Loose Powder - Translucent

Cheeks:
Bronzer - Milani Baked Bronzer - Glow
Blush - Milani Baked Blush - Delizioso Pink
Highlight - NYX Liquid Illuminator - Sunbeam

Eyes:
Base - Maybelline Color Tattoo - Barely Branded
Lid - Maybelline Eye Studio - Green With Envy Palette (First color)
Crease - Maybelline Eye Studio - Green With Envy Palette (Second color) and
Wet & Wild Single Shadow - Nutty
Inner Corner - Wet & Wild Single Shadow - Brulee
Eyeliner - Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Pen and NYX Eye Pencil - Bronze Shimmer
Mascara - Loreal Telescopic and Maybelline Volume Express
Brow - Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade - Dark Brown (only non-drugstore item)

Lips:
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick - Pink Pout (loving this!)

Have a beautiful day, lovelies!

xox,

                 Meredith

May Makeup Wishlist

A new month calls for new makeup! Well not really, but I can make up my own rules, right? I feel like there is this never ending list of beauty products that I want in my life - I just have to break it up somehow. Below you will find a whole ton of products that are currently on the May phase of that never ending wishlist. All of these products are on here because I've heard great things about each and every one. Hope you enjoy!!

Links below!

xox,

                 Meredith

Friday Five: Spring Outerwear Trends

TGIF Everyone! During this time of transitional weather, a Spring jacket is a must-have. Today's Friday Five consists of Spring outerwear styles that are currently trending.

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1. Denim jackets may have disappeared for a little, but they are back now! Stick with a classic denim wash and pair it over a floral dress for a causal girly look.
2. Moto jackets have been around for quite some time now, but for Spring, look for pastel colors or white for a light edgy vibe.
3. Floral anything is in for this season. Pair your floral blazer with a plain T-shirt to keep your look casual, yet trendy.
4. Kimonos have been really trending this season. I love the way the lace and fringe create a bohemian look.
5. Another style that has made a comeback is the bomber jacket. Look for ones with a floral print or other kinds of patterns to make a bold statement.

Here are a bunch more to browse through!

Have a lovely weekend everyone!

xox,

                Meredith

April Beauty Favorites

Happy May Everyone! Since April has come to an end, I thought I'd share some of the beauty products that I have been loving and using all month long. Some of these items were new to me as of April, and others have been items that I've had for a while but recently rediscovered and have been using non-stop. I've found that all of the below beauty items are really great products and definitely worth a try!

Links below!

Why are these my favorites?

Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous Foundation - I had used up this foundation a few months ago and recently repurchased a new one, which I have been using daily. I love that it feels lightweight but gives me the coverage I need to even out my skin tone. Definitely a great drugstore foundation.

Benefit Fake-up Concealer - The first day I used this concealer I was a little skeptical about the formula. The product that actually does the concealing is in the center of a clear hydrating stick. Having gotten used to how the product feels on my face, I've actually really been enjoying it. It is easy to apply and also blends really well with a brush.

MAC Mineralized Skinfinish Natural - This is by far my favorite face powder in the entire world. I don't know why I took such a long break from using this stuff. I have been using it again this past month and actually am in need of a new one. I highly recommend this powder to set your foundation!

EOS Lip Balm - This brand of lip balm is one of my favorites. I have been especially loving it in raspberry pomegranate.

L'Oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray - This is one of the best hairsprays I have ever used. It is not sticky at all, yet has a strong hold. Definitely a must-have!

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara - If you've ever read this blog, you probably already know this is a favorite of mine. I purchased it early in April and have been using it everyday. Great for volume.

Benefit Hoola Bronzer - This is another product I have been regularly mentioning. It was also new to me in the beginning of the month and quickly became a favorite. If you are looking for a great matte bronzer, this is your guy.

Maybelline Color Elixir Lipgloss - I own this product in two colors (nude, and petal plush). It is not sticky and gives your lips a nice light sheen.

It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Plus Keratin - Okay, I have been LOVING this stuff! I actually got it as a free gift with purchase from Ulta and am so glad. I've been spraying this in my hair when it is damp before I blowdry. It really makes a difference in the end result and keeps my hair feeling nice and smooth.

Nars Orgasm Blush - This was the first Nars blush I've ever purchased a couple years back. Whenever I don't know what to use, this is a great go-to. It's just the perfect everyday blush color and formula.

Neutrogena Make-up Remover Wipes (Night Calming) - I've tried several types of makeup removing wipes and Neutrogena has by far been my favorite. It takes off all of my makeup and doesn't bother my skin.

Essie Find me an Oasis Nail Polish - Essie is definitely my favorite brand of nail polish. I have noticed that I've had this particular color on my nails multiple times in the month of April.

Let me know what you've been loving all month!

xox,

                  Meredith