Recently Purchased

Here are some new additions to my collection of things I didn't really need but wanted:

1. Chloe Green/Gold Aviator Sunglasses.
Scored these beautiful sunnies for an unbeatable steal. HauteLook is my crack.

2. Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Luminous Lip Gloss in Precious Petal.
I don't own anything else from the brand but the formula and color of this is nice for easy, everyday wear. The built in mirror on the packaging is convenient but not the clearest.

3. YSL Manifesto Eau de Parfum.
The vanilla notes sold me. I'm still on the quest for the perfect signature scent for my late 20s. Maybe this one will fit the bill?

4. Too Faced Candlelight Glow.
I can never ignore a chandelier- even if it's just embossed on makeup. The only product I had from Too Faced was the Shadow Insurance (which I swear by). I love the packaging, color and formulation on this. A beautiful highlighter.

5. Hologram Satchel.
I got this from Nasty Gal. I've mentioned before that I'm all for the holographic trend. I have a cute wallet from Urban Outfitters that I admittedly have yet to use. But I couldn't resist this bag. It reminds me so much of the shape and style of purses I used to wear in grade school back in the mid-nineties.

6. The National at Stage AE.
One of my favorite bands. I'm so excited to see them again live. It's on the birthday of one of my best friends, so it should be a really fun night out! Also can't wait to hear their new album, Trouble Will Find Me.













Now Playing: "Until We Bleed" by Lykke Li

Luxe Living: The Book Nook

“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.” 
-Jane Austen

Whether you're a fan of whimsical fairy tales, epic novels or an avid nonfiction reader, everyone deserves a special place to curl up with their favorite piece of literature. A book nook is a creative way to add a personal touch to your home. You don't need a monstrous library or an entire room but a small corner of the house makes for a relaxing spot to unwind.

A simple bookshelf, lamp, cozy chair, throw pillow and blanket are a great place to start. I like to burn a candle and often listen to soft music while I read, so a table and nearby power sockets are also convenient.














Now Playing: Classical WQED
*Love to listen to classical music while I read or take a bath :)

A Touch of Spring

Now Playing: "I Found a Way" by First Aid Kit

Quoteworthy

via The Boston Globe:
A photo of Martin Richard, the 8-year-old boy killed in the Marathon bombing, holding this sign has come to symbolize the tragedy worldwide.

Like Totally For Sure: January-April 2013

New blog feature alert! Since I'm such a nail polish hoarder, I thought I'd periodically share all the colors I've been wearing. If you're wondering where the title of this post came from, you probably weren't a cheerleader in the '90s. If memory serves, the notorious cheer that I got the blog title from went something like this...

Like totally, for sure

I just got a manicure

The sun, I swear

is bleaching out my gorgeous hair

24-34? I don't even know the score

Go-Go, Fight-Fight

Gee, I hope I look all right!

According to my Pinterest, here are a good amount of the nail polishes I've worn so far in 2013 (in no particular order):

Chanel Vertigo

OPI My Vampire Is Buff

China Glaze Dress Me Up

The Balm Hot Ticket Candy Apple a Day

OPI A Butterfly Moment

Essie A Crewed Interest

Revlon Smoldering

Nicole by OPI Kim-pletely in Love

OPI Parle-Vous OPI?

OPI What's with the Cattitude?

Layla Hologram Mercury Twilight

OPI Ate Berries in the Canaries

Orly Luxe

Milani Gold

Chanel Fracas

Barielle Elle's Spell

Zoya Sofia

Julep Marion

Essie Power Clutch

Essie Fiji

Chanel Frenzy

Zoya Neely

OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons

Best Color: OPI What's with the Cattitude?, OPI Parle-Vous OPI?, Essie A Crewed Interest, Zoya Neely, OPI My Vampire is Buff, OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons, Chanel Frenzy
Most Flattering: OPI Don't Prezel My Buttons, Nicole by OPI Kim-pletely In Love
Most Fun to Wear: Layla Hologram, Orly Luxe, Milani Gold
Most Likely to Never Wear Again: The Balm Hot Ticket Candy Apple a Day
Best Application: Orly Luxe, OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons
Longest Wearing: OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons, Milani Gold
Most Compliments: OPI Ate Berries In the Canaries, OPI What's with the Cattitude?, Milani Gold

WINNER: OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons











Now Playing: "Purple Yellow Red and Blue" by Portugal. The Man
*So excited for the new album! :)