Summer Beauty Essentials

1.  L'Occitane Shea Butter Lip Balm: This lip balm is perfect for California's super dry summers. 

2. L'Oreal Sublime Bronze : Self Bronzer is a must during summer. Having a lovely glow does not require hours of hazardous lying out in the sun. 

3. Essie Coral Nail Polish: Coral polishes are the perfect color for summer. They really pop with a tan. 

4. Mason Pearson Rake Comb: This comb is great for detangling beachy hair. 

5. Bain de Soleil Orange Gelee Sunscreen: To tell you the truth, I do not know much about this sunscreen; the packing is adorable though. 

6. Hermès Un Jardin en Méditerranée Eau de Toilette: This smells like summer! 

7. Evian Mineral Water Spray: So refreshing! 

7. Nivea Creme: Great for travel!

Summer is all about being fresh, colorful and bright. And your beauty products should reflect that. What are some of your favorite summer products?

Stripes, Jean Shorts, and Chunky Necklaces

Organic by John Patrick crewneck sweater, Zara shoes, Gucci handbag, AllSaints circle necklace

I LOVE stripes! They really draw the eye, yet they are so simple. Jean shorts can be really cute depending what you wear them with. Chunky necklaces are absolutely stunning. They look great on just about anything, especially button ups! Our version of this outfit will be up soon! What do you think?

Neon Yellow

Neon Yellow is a gorgeous color and it is very in style right now! I personally think neon yellow looks best when you only use the color in one item and mix it with neutrals. Neon yellow heels are definitely something to own because they make your outfit so much more fun. They also would look great with a white dress or skirt. What do you think?

Weekend!

Photo of Jackie O & Caroline Kennedy From Marc Shaw Photography 

Last Minute Mothers Day Ideas

1. Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo

2. Anya Hindmarch Cosmetic Case

3. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Scarf

4. Diptyque Feuille de Lavande Scented Oval

5. Kate Spade Wallet

6. 'Lette Macarons  

Best (And Worst) of The Met Ball 2012

Favorites:

  

Top Row: Eva Mendes (Left) in Prada, Anna Wintour (Right) in Prada. 

Bottom Row: Emma Stone (Left) in Lanvin, Diane Kruger (Right) in Prada. 

This year the Metropolitan Museum  of Arts' Costume Institute Ball honored Prada as well as Elsa Schiaparelli. Eva Mendes' tangerine Prada gown with an embellished bodice was just perfect. It's fun and bright, but also lady-like and polished. And I really wish it was hanging in my closet right now. Anna Wintour looked as chic as ever, also wearing Prada. The gold lobster motif truly hit it out of the park, and made the dress playful not ridiculous. Emma Stone looked adorable in her custom Lanvin baby doll dress. And the styling was just right. Diane Kruger looked very goddess-esq in her Prada gown. The deep purple was great to see in a sea of orange and red. And the ostrich feathers put it on a whole new level. Again, great styling. These four ladies above have made fun choices with out being slaves to the super avant-garde. 

Not So Much:

Sarah Jessica Parker (Left) in Valentino, Dakota Fanning (Right) in Louis Vuitton 

Don't get me wrong, I like love a floral or pastel. However when not done right it can turn into a prom-bridesmaid-anything 80's disaster. Sarah Jessica Parker's Valentino dress is not terrible, it's just not right for her. It's definitely a case of the dress wearing her. I would  have preferred it on some one younger.  Dakota Fanning's Louis Vuitton dress was not her best look. The silhouette is atrocious, and the pattern screams awful prom. The color is pretty on her, though. What do you think?

Image source: The Huffington Post

Pastel Delight

SIMONE ROCHA mini skirt, Valentino slingback sandals, Rebecca Minkoff cross body handbag,

Chloé brass ring, Rebecca Minkoff sunglasses

I absolutely love this collage, I found it on polyvore. I love all the light colors, the natural look is gorgeous. The Valentino shoes are amazing! I do not normally like pointed toe shoes but the studding and color of these shoes are fantastic. I also really like white and summer is a great time to wear white. White is a very flattering color and it looks good on everyone! Pastels are a great choice for outfits, look very chic, and clean cut. What do you think?