What’s in my bag.After a little pre and post-Christmas break from content creation, it feels truly good to be (relatively) rested and ready to tackle the vast beauty world once again! Today, I am excited to share a look at what’s been in my little handbag (rather, belt bag) and, consequently, my face as of late. In my bag (and […]

Getting cozy in my new Room Service Oversize Hooded JacketNow that the semester is over and it’s–at least for California–colder outside, I am all about the pursuit of cozy…baking, organizing, wrapping gifts (I’m earlier than I ever have been on this), sitting fireside with Joey and Jethro and finding joy in the small things. Today, I am excited to share […]

Approachable beauty breakdown…coming your way.Today’s post is dedicated to approachable beauty…the kind of style and makeup look that feels fresh and effortless without breaking the bank. I am excited to share some delightfully versatile and useful product discoveries on heavy rotation–from foundation and lips to haircare and timeless style, all purchased from Walmart–with, of course swatches galore and a golden […]

Growing up, I was all about the preppy look. While my friends were embracing bold patterns and wildly low cut jeans of the 2000s, I was on the search for vintage blazers. Also. I was searching for straight leg denim and the perfect shade of pale pink lipstick. The lipstick reflects the glossy beauty of the 1980s reruns. Facts of […]

Although fall indubitably is in full swing and winter is just around the corner, the sun abounds here in Southern California, and even if you’re living in cooler environs, now is the optimal time to embrace the cache of gold and white beauty we’ve come to expect from Tom Ford Winter Soleil collections.Brimming with refreshingly wearable naturals with just enough […]

Happy first of September, friends! Today’s post possesses a distant fragrance focus with some reflective thoughts about the human experience along the way. It’s particularly compelling to me when a new fragrance has a strong backstory. This is the case Givenchy L’Interdit Eau de Parfum, exclusively available at Bloomingdale’s. The opulent scent is an homage to the original 1957 L’Interdit. […]

It’s finally fall and I have been reaching for a myriad of beautiful basics–11 to be exact–to create a full face that is equal parts classic and modern. From the brand new *Kevyn Aucoin The Contour Book Volume III to a revolutionary lip liner formula from Dior, this post celebrates the effortless side of the cooler months ahead. // SKIN […]

I have discussed the Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream Foundation since its initial launch years ago and this week, the brand released a reformulated version that I (like many of you) have been eagerly awaiting. Set against the backdrop of another favorite recent procurement–a Patrick Nagel “Shades” print–are swatches of 23 shades in this exquisite formula along with a […]

Even though we may be in the heart of summer, our minds are already becoming cognizant of the inevitable transition to fall , and with that comes a seasonal shift in the products involved in our respective beauty routines.In response to this intrinsic change, I have carefully chosen 22 skincare and makeup products (25 if you include 3 style picks!) […]

We finally made it to our local dog beach escape a few days ago…the wide open space and salty sea air was good for the soul and also provided the perfect backdrop for me to document and share some new beauty and skincare loves…chiefly, elements of the Chantecaille Summer 2023 collection and a host of warm weather skin and (firming!) […]