Nski Beauty

Friday Favorites

2013-05-17T08:00:00.000-05:00

Hello Darlings! (I think this is my thing bare with me HAHA!)

We have made it through another wild and crazy week! I think a celebration is in order! Unfortunately it will have to wait till the rain decides to let up unless the weather man are wrong (not that I wouldn't be surprised) and in that case it wouldn't rain and I can lay out on my patio get some sun and turn my brain off for a while!

Between a puppy scare, working full time, planning a wedding, blogging, attempting to film and thinking of all the spring / summer projects we'd like to complete on the house it's no wonder I'm a bit bonkers lately lol Not that I'm really complaining...well I could do with out the puppy scare but everything else keeps you on your toes and adds a bit of spice to life right?!

ANY WHO... On to this week's favorites!

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: Okay I know, I had him up two weeks ago but I just finished watching the season finale of The Vampire Diaries before writing my post and he's just to good NOT to look at LOL.

Favorite Treat: Yes, please!

Favorite Shoe: A girl can dream. Can't she?!

Favorite Laugh: BOO! Just kidding I'm a cute corgi! LOL

Another thing that's been bugging me lately is the new embed mention Pinterest decided to start doing... Not really digging that... I was much happier being able to make the images larger... Oh well...

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May Ipsy Bag :: Spring Fling

2013-05-16T08:00:00.000-05:00

Hello Darlings! Sorry I didn't have a post yesterday it was a super crazy day I even missed work. Poor little miss Eleanor had a scare and we had to rush her to the vet and I had to engage crazy worried mommy mode!

Poor Sick Baby

It seems Eleanor had eaten some of the grass seed Gregory laid down and it had fertilizer in it which is toxic to dogs but Ellie ended up throwing up before we rushed her to the vet and we plowed her with tons of water and monitored her like a hawk and she's back to her normal self THANK GOD!

For this month's Ipsy bag the theme was "Spring Fling"

May Ipsy Bag - Spring Fling

(swatch)

Juice Beauty
Fig

(swatch)

Pacifica
Coconut Crushed Pearl
Luminizing Body Butter

Pacifica - Tahitian Gardenia

Yaby - Buff

(swatch)

ZOYA
Jacqueline

I actually had a tough time choosing my favorite product in this months bag. It's a tie between Pacifica's Tahitian Gardenia perfume and the ZOYA Jacqueline nail polish!

I love how the perfume has this amazing floral scent that seems strong but is actually subtle. I was so sure I wouldn't be able to wear it without setting Gregory's allergies off but was pleasantly surprised when he didn't even has a hint of a runny nose! I could smell it on me through out the day but no one else seemed to.

The ZOYA polish is one of my first by this brand and I'm so HAPPY I got this shade! It reminds me of one of my favorite Bath & Body Work's candles Marshmallow Fireside. It's a nice creamy finish too. I can't say on stay power as I just applied it then ended up switching colors for a more vibrante color. Next time I use it I'll make sure to let you guys know how that goes!

The two products I wasn't to thrilled about but wasn't disappointed about were the Juice Beauty lip gloss and the luminizing body butter. For the lip gloss it was just not the right color for my skin tone and for the body butter I'm just not really into shimmery / glittery skin. All though the coconut scent made think of summer!

For the Yaby eye shadow I am happy with the color I received as I've been gravitating towards nudes and natural shades so this was PERFECT for me!

I have to admit the longer I am a member of Ipsy the better the bags get. It really is worth the $10.00! You should sign up today if you can! It's a great way try new projects without having to dish out a large sum of money.

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Black Tie Formalwear Contest :: The 7 year itch!

2013-05-13T11:38:00.000-05:00

Can I ask you wonderful readers a
HUGE HUGE HUGE favor?!

Black Tie Formalwear is hosting a contest for 5 free tuxedo rentals or a $500 visa giftcard. All you have to do is vote our photo 5 stars. Naturally I chose one of my favorites from our engagement pictures that has Eleanor in it. I titled the picture "The 7 year itch" because after seven years Gregory had finally proposed so I found it humorous.

Our happy little family!

Please vote for us! I'll love you forever!

Just click this link: http://l.inkto.it/66ez

Mani Monday :: Reverse Glitter Gradient

2013-05-13T08:00:00.000-05:00

Good morning darlings! I had such high hopes for this week's Mani Monday post I even tried to film a tutorial for it! However after two hours of preparation and filming, I went to my computer to upload the videos to edit and realized that nothing recorded... UGH! So in hopes of still being able to show you all how to achieve this week's look I'm attempting a picture tutorial. I'm hoping it makes sense! But if anything don't hesitate to ask questions! = ]

This was a requested look from one of my readers, she supplied me the look from Pinterst. Thank you Kristen I had a lot of fun with this look! Here's the inspiration:

Now with out further a do I present this week's Mani Monday! Using China Glaze's Flip Flop Fantasy & Glistening Snow I am completely in love with this mani! I just wish the camera was able to pick up the florescent-ness of Flip Flop Fantasy. I'm talking NEON pink! It's FABULOUS!

China Glaze - Flip Flop Fantasy with China Glaze - Glistening Snow gradient

Now for the tutorial!

Apply your base coat. I like to use both Sally Hansen Hard as Nails & Seche Clear Base Coat
Apply two to three coats of polish. I decided to use China Glaze's Flip Flop Fantasy and to achieve an opaque color I found three to be your best bet.
Taking a makeup sponge applicator apply your glitter (My all time favorite is China Glaze's Glistening Snow from their 2012 Holiday collection). Dab the first stroke onto a paper towel then begin tapping the sponge at your cuticle and slowly work your way down to the mid point of your nail. *Remember slowly work your way down. As you get further down your nail you run out of polish giving you a gradient look*
Your nail should look like this once you are done. Now take a nail brush and some acetone and clean up the edges.
Apply your favorite top coat and enjoy!

Kind of like this but apply the gradient to your cuticle versus nail tip.

This manicure is a fun way to glitz & glam up your simple manicure and is super simple!

Hope you guys enjoyed!

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Recipes :: Jambalaya

2013-05-11T10:32:00.000-05:00

If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram you'll now I've had a new recent obsession with Jambalaya It pretty much started around Easter and hasn't let up since. What you may not know is I'm an EXTREMELY picky eater... Well not as much as I use to be.. Gregory has slowly fixed that over the years but the one thing that remains the same is I am "Fish weird" as we call it.

I am very, very, VERY picky when it comes to any type of sea food I eat. As time goes on I've developed a taste for Mahi mahi, popcorn shrimp and tilapia but only if its made a certain way. But that is pretty much the extend of my sea food consumption. One thing I don't eat and HATE touching are shrimp... UGH ... I know I just said I eat popcorn shrimp but that is small and covered in bread crumbs ... (Like I said fish weird).

One day I was going through Pinterest.. (doesn't every good idea steam somewhere from this amazing website?!) and stumbled across a Jambalaya recipe and then quickly sprinted to Target with Gregory (who DOESN'T love Target?!) and we proceeded to grab everything we needed.

One thing I've learned over the years is that Gregory has an amazing sense when it comes to winging it on recipes and cooking. He is always adding or changing recipes around and they ALWAYS come out good... Me on the other hand if I'm cooking and winging it you better have poison control on hold... It's kind of sad but when it comes to baking I'm reining champ!

Any who... As we were grabbing the ingredients Greg started to make suggestions on how to tweak the recipe and knowing his cooking I went along with it. This is what we finished with:

Ingredients

1 package (19 ounces) JOHNSONVILLE® Italian Sausage
1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
1 can (14.5 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) diced chillies
3/4 large onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 cup water
1 package (7.4 ounces) Zatarain's Spanish Rice OR Jumbalaya

Directions

Remove brats from casing, crumble into skillet and cook through. Drain and reserve.
In a large saucepan, combine sausage, petite diced tomatoes, green chilies, stewed tomatoes, onion, green pepper and water.
Bring to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat.
Cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender.

And that's it you're done. Now enjoy! YUM!

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Friday Favorites

2013-05-10T08:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday darlings! I hope you all had an amazing week and have awesome plans for this weekend! Don't forget to get your mother something special with it being Mother's Day Sunday!

This evening I'm hoping to talk Gregory into going to BD Wong's one of my favorite restaurants at the moment. It's a Mongolian BBQ place that is just DELICIOUS! For Saturday we have a church thing for our wedding, it is a "Evening of Celebration". We go for evening mass and then have dinner with our Deccan, Sponsors and the other couples that are getting married this year. Sunday we have Mother's Day celebrations to go to, a luncheon for Gregory's Grandma and then probably take my mom to Yogurtland for some froyo since we are both obsessed and give her the gift me and my sister picked up for her.

What did you guys get your mom for Mother's Day?

Favorite Quote: Tis true! That be so nice!

Favorite Indulgence: ooooo Ombre lips!

Favorite Treat: While it's not food it's kind of a treat to be a kid again!

Favorite Shoe: I'm sticking with I with my previous statement from last week's shoes... I want silver! HAHA!

Favorite Laugh: BAHAHAHAHA!

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My Life via Instagram - @NskiBeauty

2013-05-08T09:00:00.000-05:00

Since everyone seemed to enjoy my last Instagram post I decided I'd give it another go this week plus I totally was stumped on what to write LOL. Enjoy!

Picked up our bricks for our new front Patio

Makeup to get my wedding dress!

Selfie on the way to dinner

True Life: My dog is more popular than me! LOL

My Eleanor corgi marker!

FROYO YUMMINESS!

Denim Twins

Jacqui's Birthday Adventure

JuRin deliciousness!

Noodle & Company's Wisconsin Mac & Cheese

May the 4th be with you! ; )

No makeup and perfect skin thanks to Clarisonic

Saran Wrap Nails!

Tis True! LOL

Stick It 2 Me Giveaway!

Stick It 2 Me Giveaway Pt. 2

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Mani Monday :: Saran Wrap Nails

2013-05-06T08:00:00.000-05:00

I tried out a new technique for today's Mani Monday, Saran Wrap Nails! I have to say I really LOVE this mani! It's super easy and super fast! Just simply paint your base color down and let it dry completely then apply your top color and take your piece of saran wrap, tap till you reach your desired look then finish with a top coat and BOOM! Pretty textured nails!

For my base color I applied two coats of Circus by Andrea's Choice in the color Reverso. For my saran wrap texture color I used Essie's Aruba Blue. Looking at my nails make me think of two things: the ocean and stone wash denim jeans. Both make me smile and think of summer!

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Stick It 2 Me Giveaway with Jacquelyn Marie & Kristina Lynn

2013-05-04T21:07:00.000-05:00

Hello my darlings! I'm here today with a special announcement!!

I recently was talking to my buddy at Stick It 2 Me and we thought it be great to team up and do a giveaway! So naturally I had to get my girlfriends involved and share the fun! So Jacquelyn Marie, Kristina Lynn and myself are hosting a giveaway with Stick It 2 Me! And there are NINE chances to win!

Now I'm sure you are all curious what it is you have NINE chances of winning?! Well let me show you!

Locker Wallpaper

Magnetic Mirror

Magnetic Flowers

Magnetic Dry Erase Board & Marker

Each kit comes with a locker wallpaper, magnetic mirror, magnetic flowers and a magnetic dry erase board with magnetic dry erase marker! Perfect for girls who are still in school or for the organized individual! In fact these kits are great for both boys & girls! They even have sport themed kits too! Plus with them being magnetic you don't have to worry about any damage!

For more details about Stick It 2 Me be sure to check out their WEBSITE or FACEBOOK PAGE!

Now for the rules of the giveaway:

Must subscribe to my YouTube channel
Repost the giveaway picture.
Follow all three of us on Instagram:
- @NskiBeauty
- @JacquelynMarieH
- @KristinaLynn15
Hashtag the picture with #StickIt2Me
This giveaway is for U.S. only. [sorry international.]
Must be 18 years or older OR have parietal consent.

*NOTE: If you account is private we won't be able to see that you did post the picture.*

Instagram this picture!

Winner will be announced: Saturday, June 1st!

Good luck everyone!!

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Friday Favorites

2013-05-03T08:00:00.000-05:00

This weekend promises to be a crazy and eventful. We are picking up a ton of bricks to put in a cute front patio that we can place a bistro set. We are also doing some wedding registering, you know the usual's Crate & Barrel, Pier One, Amazon and converting our Housewarming Target Registry to a Wedding registry. Among other random things as well.

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: Just yum...

Favorite Treat: Do these not look DELICIOUS?!

Favorite Shoe: I think I need a pair of these in my life! But with silver studs instead.

Favorite Laugh: Admit it you sang this! LMFAO!

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Mani Monday :: Orange You Cute Daisy?

2013-05-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Wednesday darlings! Since I missed Mani Monday this week I decided I do a simple &

fun mani for today's post. I had been seeing a lot of red nails and with the spring finally showing up

I decided to do a fun flower accent nail!

Colors used: Sally Hansen :: Orange You Cute? ; China Glaze :: Dandy Lyin' Around & Essie :: Good as Gold

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My Life via Instagram - @NskiBeauty

2013-04-29T09:30:00.000-05:00

Happy Monday all! I don't have a fabulous new nail for today as I spent last night having a amazing girls night and crashed after everyone left so I decided I'd share my past week in Instagram pictures!
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New necklace from Target

Winston decided to give me car trouble...

Dragon's Egg Nail

Eleanor is just as obsessed with FroYo as we are!

Our Engagement Pictures!

More Engagement Pictures

Mmmmm FroYo

Had a fabulous Girl's Night with these lovely ladies!

New obsession Captain Crunch Frap!

Went OCD and sorted my Jelly Belly's

Mommy's Little Fox

Eleanor's first walk in the woods.

Shameless Selfie before getting my wedding dress

Debating Short or Long hair after the wedding.

Eleanor refusing Mommy kisses.

My adorable sleeping fox.

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Friday Favorites

2013-04-26T08:00:00.000-05:00

Good morning darlings! I have an epic weekend coming Saturday I will be checking out some florists with my mom and then pocking up my wedding dress! The big day is just 141 days away! There is still quite a bit to do but we'll get it all done eventually right?!

Sunday is going to be another fabulous day! In the morning Gregory & I will be heading out to Farm & Fleet. He's more excited about this than I am but I'm more than willing to join him on the trip. After that it's Girl's Night with Jacquelyn Marie & Kristina! A much needed girls night to!

So with out further adieu...this week's Friday Favorites!

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: I've been digging the unique nail look lately!

Favorite Treat: What a tiffany blue colored drink?! I'm in!

Favorite Shoe: Super cute & Floral Print!

Favorite Laugh:

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Nail Art :: Dragon's Egg

2013-04-24T08:00:00.000-05:00

I know I didn't post my Mani Monday this week instead I shared my engagement pictures with you guys which was a HUGE hit! But in truth I was stalling for a new nail polish to arrive so I could create today's look. And let me tell you... I can NOT stop looking at my nails! This look turned out so amazing and I'm so so so happy with it!

I got the idea from the amazing nail artist The Polished Mommy. After seeing the pictures & reading her post I immediately ran to Amazon and ordered all the polishes needed for this mani (as I didn't own any of the colors already) and impatiently stalked my tracking numbers till they arrived.

China Glaze :: Creative Fantasy | Essie :: Shine of the Times | China Glaze :: VIII

While she called the nails Amethyst Opal my nails reminded me more of a dragon egg...perhaps it's because of my obsession with Game of Thrones? (Anyone else obsessed or watch the show?) Her's came out more purple while mine had more of a red color. I'm not sure exactly why maybe I needed to apply more of China Glaze's Creative Fantasy? But any who here's some more of the GORGEOUS mani!

To achieve this look I started with China Glaze VIII then Essie Shine of the Times and finished it off with China Glaze Creative Fantasy. It dried kind of matte so I applied my favorite top coat INM Out the Door to add a nice shine.

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Engagement Pictures

2013-04-22T09:01:00.001-05:00

While I don't have a Mani Monday post today I do have some of my engagement pictures I'd love to share with you guys! We took our pictures in one of Gregory & I's favorite places to be, St. Charles, IL along the River Walk. In the eight years we have been together I can't tell you how much we spend down there. From hitting the bars to picking up Starbucks and walking the river walk to just hanging out and talking down the stairs next to the dam / mini waterfall.

In fact Gregory's original plan was to purpose to me there but didn't want to wait till the weather broke so he proposed in our old apartment. LOL But with out further adieu I present....
[WARNING: Picture heavy! LOL]

Our Engagement Pictures!

(well my favorites at least! LOL)

Absolutely LOVE this picture!

Not the best picture of me but Eleanor in FULL derp was to funny!

No Daddy, I won't marry you! You put this stupid thing on me!! Take it off!

What?! I get lots of treats if I marry you?! OK I'm in!

No Daddy! I want kisses!

This has got to be my favorite picture out of the bunch!

Our adorable little family.

I adore this man!

I love this picture! Makes me feel like we're super heros or something. LOL

Photographer: Michelle Wodzinski Photography & Film

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March Favorites

2013-04-21T10:46:00.000-05:00

While its pretty late in the month I was finally able to upload my March Favorites video.

March Favorites

Nature Valley Natural Thins - Dark Chocolate

Pinkbarry Co. Bracelets

- Skullbarry - $22.00 [Limited Edition]

- Aurorabarry - $18.00 [Mini]

Jeweled necklace from Target (Not available online)

Penny Chic Little Black Dress - $20.00 each

- Classic [Buy Here]

- Peplum [Buy Here]

- Skater [Buy Here]

- Curvy [Buy Here]

- Utility [Buy Here]

Clarisonic Mia 2 - $149.00

[Buy Here]

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Friday Favorites

2013-04-19T08:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday my darlings! Today has it's ups and downs. My up is I have the day off from work but the downside? Little miss Eleanor goes in for her spay surgery and will be away from me for more than 24 hours. Which is the longest time she's been away from me since you brought her home.

I know this is a good thing to do but I do miss her something terrible! I'm sure I will end up picking something up for her as I HAVE to spoil my little girl! Kind of scary how crazy I am about a dog... kind of makes me nervous for when I have kids HAHA!

But any who, let's get into this week's favorites!

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: Dreaming of this dress! Le Sigh.

Favorite Treat: How freaking cool is this?!

Favorite Shoe: How fab are these shoes?!

Favorite Laugh:

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Picked, peeled and ripped a Flip Flop Fantasy!

2013-04-17T08:00:00.000-05:00

Over the last couple week's I have noticed that I have developed a nervous... twitch.. tick? Not sure what you would really call it... It's not really nervous but more of a stress twitch... I suppose planning the wedding, prepping for our first spring in our house for the first year and work I have more stress I'm dealing with than normal... Luckily my skin isn't putting up to much of an argument. But my poor nails are being abused!

Yup this is what is left of my mani from Mani Monday's post... The poor thing has been picked at, peeled and I've ripped all the rhinestones off except my pinky. So I figured I'd share another nail post this week!

I decided to go for something with more of a POP and fun as well as add a challenge to hopefully deter me from peeling it off for more than two day... LOL

Well at least that was the case till I applied three coats of China Glaze's Flip Flop Fantasy then I just couldn't stop looking at my nails and grinning. This color seriously make me dream of summer. With all the cook outs, bon fires, bikini season and just hanging out and enjoying yourself so I just couldn't go ahead with the idea I had in mind. Perhaps I'll add to it tomorrow...well see if it lasts that long... HEHE!

Isn't she beautiful! GAH I just love this color!

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Mani Monday :: Bejeweled For Audrey

2013-04-15T08:00:00.000-05:00

For this week's mani I wanted to do something creative but not overly time consuming. I came up with this, it's not the fanciest or most creative but I like the simplicity of it. After all I spent my Sunday morning cleaning, reading and wrapping presents then the afternoon at my friend Jess of Sparkles & Crafts baby shower and finished my evening off with Gregory having dinner at Olive Garden.

So all in all it was a wonderful day! I now present this week's Mani Monday!

China Glaze :: For Audrey & Black Rhinestones

I applied two coats of China Glaze's For Audrey then applied black rhinestones with clear nail polish. Creating this mani has sparked a couple more ideas for rhinestones so expect to see more looks coming on that but over all I am pleased with it.

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Friday Favorites

2013-04-12T08:30:00.000-05:00

OH HAPPY DAY! IT IS FINALLY FRIDAY!

Anyone else feel like this week was super long? While my week was crazy and super busy I feel like it dragged! This weekend should be a lot of fun! We have lots of plans this weekend but I'm most excited for this Sunday where I will be going to my fellow blogger & friend Jess of Sparkles and Crafts baby shower! I'm praying that her gifts arrive on time as they said they would! Cross your fingers for me guys! Now lets get into this week's favorites!

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: I can't even begin to explain how much I LOVE my Clarisonic Mia 2! The difference in my skin is just AMAZING!

Favorite Treat: UM YUM!

Favorite Shoe: Love these!

Favorite Laugh: Hehehehe!

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Daily Skincare Routine

2013-04-10T08:30:00.000-05:00

While initially looking at it my skincare routine looks rather...well...ridiculous but don't fret! I don't use every single product every single day. Each product has a specific use and specific time it is used.

The second thing you may notice is I am a HUGE fan of the Simple product line. Which probably isn't a surprise if you've been with me a while. I love that all the products are gentle and effective.

Now lets get into a breakdown of each products:

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes - $5.99
I love using these to remove my makeup from the day. While I don't wear makeup ever day they are gentle enough to use daily and leave my face feeling clean. If I'm in a rush in the morning or am feeling oily on a no makeup day I use one of these wipes to refresh my skin with no residue. [Buy Here]

Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer - $10.99
When my skin is feeling on the oilier side I like to use the light moisturizer because it keeps my skin moisturized but not overly oily. This is my weekend at home moisturizer and morning moisturizer cause it's so light. [Buy Here]

Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturizer - $10.99
This is one of my favorite moisturizers I've used in a LONG time! Even though it is rich is feels AMAZING on my skin I love slathering it on before bed and having fresh dewy skin in the morning that feels amazingly soft. [Buy Here]

Simple Facial Toner - $6.99
My toner is one of my products I don't use every day. On average I'd say I used my toner maybe two to three times a week after removing makeup and cleaning my face. One of the things I love about Simple's toner is I can use it even after exfoliating and it doesn't burn my skin! [Buy Here]

Simple Makeup Remove - $6.99
For that tough and stubborn eyeliner or mascara I reach from my simple eye makeup remover. While it is gentle and works well it can make my eyes water if I get to much in eye. I love that it removes my eye makeup without pulling my eyelashes out. [Buy Here]

Simple Moisturizing Facial Wash - $6.99
This was my daily everyday face wash till I discovered the Clarisonic Refreshing Gel Cleaner but I still love this facial wash. It removes my makeup, doesn't burn and is gentle on my skin. [Buy Here]

Clinique All About Eyes Rich - $30.00 - $50.00
Oh how I LOVE my eye cream! I'd love to use this daily morning and night but I find when I use it at night I wake up with my eyes being puffy for some reason but aside from that this product has been in my daily routine for as long as I can remember. It helps fight under eye circles and the puffiness you can experience from lack of sleep. (I know kind of ironic I have puffy eyes when using it overnight...) [Buy Here]

Clindamycin Phosphate and Benzoyl Peroxide Gel
This is a prescription acne cream my doctor prescribed me to help fight my acne I've been dealing with for as long as I can remember. One major difference I have seen with this cream is that even though I use it twice daily it doesn't dry out my skin or cause any irritation but is effect! [Prescription]

Clarisonic Refreshing Gel Cleaner - $25.00
While I've had my Clarisonic Mia 2 for a little over a month now I just recently starting using the gel cleaner and I can't even begin to explain that amazingness this facial cleanser is! [Buy Here]

Clarisonic Mia 2 - $149.00
I can't even begin to explain how AMAZING and excited I am that I finally sucked it up and purchased my Clarisonic Mia 2! The fantastic little device is a staple in my daily skincare routine. I use it twice daily and I can't believe how fabulous my skin looks and how much better it continues to get the more I use it. I don't want to go into to much detail as I am planning to do a more in depth review on this soon. [Buy Here]

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Manic - Monday?

2013-04-08T09:04:00.001-05:00

Good morning everyone!

Now today I normally share what I'm rocking on my nails for the week but with our engagement pictures being taken on Sunday I had my nails painted a nude color (China Glaze - Dress Me Up) and had plans to paint my nails something more fun and spring like.

Plus I've been doing so well with nail art that I wanted to keep it going but by the time we got home last night for our whirl wind of a Sunday, Gregory & I opted to cuddle up on the couch and watch a movie. So I decided to share some pictures from yesterday with you guys. Enjoy!

Curled my hair Saturday night for Sunday's Engagement pictures!

Almost 8 years together, how I love this man!

Rocking my Penny Chic Classic little black dress!

Eleanor tried stealing Mommy's bride title!

We have one worn out puppy on our hands!

They aren't the clearest pictures as they were taken zoomed in on my iPhone but I will share the high-res professional pictures when I get them! We had a lot of fun getting our engagement pictures taken and it helped break the ice and make us more comfortable with our photographer Michelle Wodzinski.

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Friday Favorites

2013-04-05T08:57:00.001-05:00

Happy Friday!!

This week has been a roller coaster of crazy for me with working on wedding plans and this weekend isn't going to be any different! Tonight I will be doing more wedding research and trying to make head or tails of our guest list so I have a better idea of how many invitations I actually need to have printed.

Once Gregory gets off of work on Saturday we will be heading to a florist and then off to Paper Source to go look at stuff for our Invitations, RSVP and Thank You cards.

Sunday is another busy day to! We have Sunday mass, our first church wedding class and then our engagement pictures with our amazing photographer Michelle Wodzinski! I'm super excited about those!!! Of course I'll share them when I get them back!

But enough wedding talk lets get into this week's favorites!

Favorite Quote:

Favorite Indulgence: Thinking I might do this look for my engagement pictures!

Favorite Treat: Um YUM!!

Favorite Shoe: Say hello to my wedding shoes!! Yes, this bride is rocking converse the WHOLE day!

Favorite Laugh: Teeheehee!

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Water Marbling on Blayze!

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I'm happy to share the Blayze featured me on their blog yesterday and one of eight cool nail designs to rock for the 2013 year. I could not have gotten this feature if it weren't for all of you guys!

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THANK YOU!

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A Color Spectrum of Shoes

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A Color Spectrum of Shoes by nskibeauty featuring spiked heel shoes

Heel wedge shoes, $38 / Qupid maryjane shoes / Promise Shoes heeled boots / Cut out wedge, $34 / Peeptoe shoes / Spiked heel shoes

We all know the love I have for shoes but one thing I want to try for this year is to broaden my spectrum when it comes to purchasing shoes in color.

If you take a glance at my shoe collection strewn about in my closet you will find two colors dominate my collection: Black & Brown.

While the styles vary and the two colors allow for versatility I'm always left wanting that "Pop" of color option. Seeing a bright heel paired with an all black ensemble just really gets my newly fashionista heart go pitter patter.

Would you rock the pop of color trend?

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