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June Must Haves…

13 Jun


Very often I try to do a favorites list, especially if it is for a new month or season. I’ve decided to really be diligent in consistently listing my five current faves each month. Each fave will fall in a different category so I don’t overload with eye makeup or serums. There will be one new favorite item from the following categories: Skin Care, Makeup, Hair & Nails, Fashion and Accessories. Sometimes we will have a BONUS PRODUCT if it can’t fit into a specific category or if it just too fab to be passed over. Got it? Let’s tackle June—

Skin Care:  

Aveeno®️Positively Mineral®️ Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 – When it comes to protecting my skin from the sun, I’m very particular. I like a product for sensitive skin, a mineral SPF, broad spectrum protection, and highly favored amongst the industry experts…you! This tube is everything this redhead needs to keep her fair skin guarded from the harmful rays. It might not be thought of as skin care but the fact is—it is. Big time. Especially areas around the eyes & neck where the skin is its thinnest. Your sunscreen goes on last in your skincare routine. (To see your order of skincare products, click here.) HUGE help!!! Walmart, $22.96

Makeup:  

L.A. Colors Holographic Iridescent Lipgloss in Sugared— I love all things that shine, shimmer and sparkle. Gloss is back right now in a big way, from sheer to highly pigmented. Don’t let the price get you. This gloss serves! Although the colors are super sheer, they give a great gloss topper. I like to fill in my lips with a liner and topping it off with this gloss. Of course they smell & are flavored like cake batter for extra hearts. Hint: If you want access to one, try finding these glosses in Dollar General. The price is right & you can usually get 1-2 shades for $3/ea or less.

Hair & Nails:

CHI Keratin Flex Finish & CHI Enviro 54 Hairspray Firm Hold—Let me be honest, I haven’t used hairspray in well over 5 years. I was styling my hair differently, my salon was using different treatments, it was healthy and I wanted to keep it that way. Recently I’ve been playing around with other fun looks and wanted to keep my hair in place for a few photos. I usually use the Keratin Flex on M-F giving me a soft hold without stickiness. The Enviro 54 is my go-to for all night, weekend looks and to keep my tresses in place for photos without a stiff, glued down look. In the morning I spray my hairbrush with a light conditioning oil to calm frizzies and gently detangle any knots, then apply a light spray of my CHI hold product. I got these in a trail size, but next time I’ll invest in the full size! CHI.com, $9.98

Fashion:

Red—I know it’s not a piece of clothing or a pair of shoes, but it is necessary to know what are the hot colors of the season to create a wardrobe full of chic. If you can spark your trendy skirt with a statement color, you are 2x ahead of the fashion game. And one of the hot colors this summer is red. From deep cherry red to fiery brights, there’s a red for you.  As a redhead, I have tried to incorporate reds into my wardrobe but I never feel they look good on me. I have been told otherwise however. So I started slow wearing black tops with red accents and a subtle red lip. Now? I’ll go full on. What’s nice about the reds this summer is that the color is going to roll over into the fall/winter fashions too. So get all pieces—camis, tshirts, cardigans, etc.—and be ready to layer! Macys Women’s Ruffled Flutter-Sleeve Knit Top, $24.78

Accessories:

Statement Sunglasses—When the retro cat eye glasses came back into the scene, sunglasses went wild. Everything old is new again. Grab a pair of aviators or sleek cat eye bedazzled sunglasses and rock that look. Make sure your sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun and aren’t just pretty. I like to have a pair that are amber to wear with warm-colored fashions. I also have a pair of black rimless sunnies that go fabulous with a fashion forward denim outfits. Go try some on and see what catches your eye. Bad pun. Sorry. SHEIN Women’s Rimless Rectangle Lens Fashion Eyeglasses, $2.06

BONUS PRODUCT:

Freshly Picked Blueberry Whipped Soap Sugar Scrub—Its really important that you exfoliate your skin head to toe in the summer. When it comes to your body, you want to treat yourself to a sweetly scented bath treat to keep your skin clean and soft after a day in the sun. This absolute delish smelling lightweight cleanser and exfoliator is gentle on the skin with all natural ingredients and stimulates your senses with a tasty scent that screams summer. I will be getting the whole set (body cream and bar soap) of this scent soon! Kingsofcloutco.com, $13.99

Summer is here and we need to be ready. Are you? Sort out that closet of unworn winter items, summer items that just don’t jazz you anymore, shoes & sandals that hurt your feet and worn-out accessory purses and get ready for the beautiful season of summer. Have any questions? Pop me an email! 

Till July?……

 

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Sassy’s Summer Wish List

1 Jun

After reading my latest issue of Lucky Magazine, I discovered a cute little section that said, “Bold But Simple: My Summer Wish List”. This got me to thinking exactly what do I need to put on my summer wish list this year? Anyone who knows me knows that my makeup drawer is stocked, my skin care shelf is overflowing, and my closet is beyond jammed. Seriously…What could I possibly need for this new season? I decided to look at what I had, what doesn’t fit me anymore, what is out of style, what is beyond repair, and then I’d go from there.

After much picking and sorting, there were a few things I realized that I did need for the summer season. There wasn’t a lot, but there were some items that I thought were necessary. I have to say I’m pretty basic when it comes to my seasonal purchases. They usually don’t follow the current trend, and I can extend them out a few years no matter what the current style is. It’s easier to keep my wardrobe updated with trendy, inexpensive accessories then it is to buy a large expensive purchase that may only be a fad for one season.

With that being said, here are a few things that I think need to be incorporated into my wardrobe for this summer. Some may only be here for the season but others have the potential to stick around for a a while. And that’s never a bad thing. So what did I find? Take a look:

Maxi Skirt1. Tribal Maxi Skirt: In my line of work (tattoo shop manager), it is always best for me to be casual and comfortable. But there are days that I would still like to look pretty without me looking like a hooch and without me looking like a corporate suit. It’s sometimes a difficult task. This season’s maxi-skirt allows me to look feminine and still be comfortable. I love this skirt from dELiA’s. The print is edgy but the material is free-flowing and comfortable. And the slip up beside gives it just the right amount of sex-itude! A perfect addition when you want to show a little leg!! dELiA’s stores and delilas.com, $29.90

Sandals2. Shellys London ‘Valvori’ Sandal: We often think of sandals as the flat little strappy shoes that lack a lot of pizzazz. They’re great a super casual situation, but really can’t be dressed up too much. These sandals change all that. They have a nice chunky heel that is not too high, a lot of edgy buckle design that you don’t see often in sandals, and a whole lot of comfort. These can be worn casual with jeans, or dressed up with skirts. Although they are a little extensive in design, I have the feeling these will be able to be worn for several years to come. A solid investment! nordstrom.com, $93.76

Cropped Tee3. Material Girl Juniors’ Short-Sleeve Textured Cropped Top: There is nothing wrong with showing a little skin in the warmer months, and the best way to do it is with a sophisticated top. This breezy tee is the perfect addition for anything casual or classy. Give your outfit a little attitude with this simple addition. Everyone has tees but a solid cropped airy top should not be shunned this season. macys.com, $14.99

Sunglasses4. Nicole Miller Trinity Round Sunglasses: The fact is, no matter what the current style of sunglasses are this year, I’m going to need a new pair. Not because I like to keep up with current trends, but usually because I have misplaced or broke my pair from last year. I used to but super-super cheap ones at your local department store till someone said to invest a little money into them because you will take better care of them. That worked! I paid a decent amount for a pair of Nine West sunglasses years back which got me two whole years. That was until I put them in a pocket of a jacket and sat on them in the car. I was crushed. Even now I invest a little bit but not as much. I like this style and size simply because it has a bit of flare without making me look like a fly. Awesome–nailed it! tjmaxx.com, $39.99

Bag5. Corinne Straw Tote: I will admit, I’m slightly afraid of bright colors. With my hair doing most of the speaking when it comes to bold hues, I have to say my closet looks like a black and white comic strip. Getting my job at the tattoo shop was the best thing to happen to my dark, borderline goth wardrobe. This season, however, I feel I need something other than my blood red locks to draw some attention my way. This glamorous purse has the look of a straw tote with all the pizzazz of a glitzy, fashion-forward bag. Casual look with metallic accents will make you look like a star! bebe.com, $98.00

There. My wish list for summer. I’ve already began adding these little gems to my ensemble one by one, so it won’t be long and you and I will be able to rock the summer in style. Add some pieces to keep you cool and comfortable, add to your rocking edginess, and still allow you to be feminine as heck! Summer doesn’t have to be just cut-offs and flip flops. It can and will be HOT… in a fashion sense that is.

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