Dressing for a Graduation Ceremony

It's that time of year when we are preparing for spring graduations. I'm attending my sister's this year as she graduates from her undergrad--- yay! I've put together a few outfits that I think are perfect for the occassion. Here are a few tips to keep in mind  :) .  

1. You might not think it's important what you wear underneath your black dressing gown. But, if you go out to lunch afterwards you want to make sure you look cute.

2. Watch the weather forecast! The weather can be unpredictable and it's always best to be prepared. I've been to graduations where it's been unbelievable hot, and some where it just poured rain!! This will affect what you end up picking out for your big day! 

3. Dress casual, not formal. However it's improtant not to underdress-- don't show up in a t-shirt and shorts unless you plan to get changed quickly after the ceremony! A cute summers dress will work perfectly. A skirt or pants is fine too! If you are a guy, a blazer and chinos would work well.  

4. Don't overdue it on the jewlerry- one or two pieces will work fine.

5. Check to see if you school has a graduation dress code. 

6. Don't wear anything to expensive or something you care a lot about. The dye from the gown can easily bleed. 

Maybell Dress by Lilly Pulitzer-- 198$

Blooming Bulbs Dress- Anthropolgie 

Wendy Shoshanna Dress $397

This is actually the dress my sister is wearing! 

Off now! 

x

Daily Skincare

Hi Everyone!

I thought I would do a post today on my daily skincare regime. I have to admit-- I'm a bit of a skincare junkie. I absolutely love trying new products and testing out all the goodies! :)

My skin has always been clear. I never had acne growing up , althought I do get the occasional pimple- ugh! 

I think skincare should be simple. It's best not to use to many products--remember quality over quanity.

1. I also wash my face with a warm face cloth. This helps get rid of any surface dirt and grime before I begin cleansing my face.

2. Afterwards I use my Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser. I can't tell you how much I like this product. I bought this about a year and a half ago and I have yet finished it off. The great thing is that you only need a small amount--- a little goes a very long way! It lathers up nicely as well-- which I love! It's a reasonable price-- 25.00$ (I think the price went up since I last purchased this), but I definitely think it's a good staple and good bargain for what you get.

3. Sometimes if I am looking for an exolfiator-- not too often, maybe a few times a week-- I go for the dermologica microfoliant. It smoothes, exfoliates and brightens. It comes in quite a large container so it will defnitely last you quite a while. To me, it smells like Vitamin C (weird, I know!). I'm not quite sure on the pricing for this-- it's around 50$.

3. For my daily moisturizer, I like to use the Kiehls Ultra Facial Moisturizer in SPF 15. This is extremely light and gives my skin just the perfect amount of moisture without becoming too greasy. I always look for an SPF in my daily moisturizers because I am quite fair. I bought the 75ml bottle last summer, and I am still going through it (I think I've only used like half of too!). The 75ml bottle is 26$.

4. For my eye cream I just started using Bobbi Brown's Hyrdrating Eye cream. I can't say much about this product yet-- But, I might do a review of it in the future. It does make your concealer just glide on-- fantastic. I think a great eye cream is essential for anyone at any age! Prevent those wrinkles!! This product retails around 48$.

5. Lastly, if I'm looking for a little pick me up to tired skin, I use Rodin Olio Lusso Face oil. Boy, this works magic! I was introudced to this product last year when one of my good friends actually worked for the company. I tried out some of hers... and was converted. It's a blend of essential oils-- LOVE it-- and it just melts into your skin giving you the perfect dewy look. It is quite expensive-- but I just love it too much. I might try one of Aesop's oils afterwards since they are more affordable. Rodin's face oil retails for 150$ (ouch!).

xx

Corporations and their brands

How well do you know your brands. It's interesting to see how limited our choices really are!

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Summer Drinks

So, I'm starting to get used to my new website-- posts have been a little bit scarce! But I'm ready to get back into the swing of it.

I thought I'd do a post on yummy drinks for the summer.  :)

Enjoy

1. Freeze coffee as icecubes and pour over almond milk. Yum!

2. Pour tequilla over lime sorbet for an instant margharita!

3. Spice up a mojito with grapefruit!

4. Strawberry basil sangria

5. Champagne cocktail with mint and lemon sorbet.

HELLOOOO!!

Hi!!

WOW! It's been way too long. I'm done exams. AND, now it's summer! Boy, does that feel good to say. So happy to get back into the regular blogging schedule. Stay tuned for some great posts this week. 

xx