Retail Therapy...

... Is great when you have money, not so great when you don't. The all-too-familiar itch to shop came at me full force so I was a goner even before I had gotten into the car. It went a lot better than you would think though, I stayed in Nordstrom for two hours contemplating everything in the store but I only really bought a few things, thank god. And I needed all of them too!

Makeup is one thing that I will always spend a lot of money on, my skin doesn't react well to cheaper products. That's not to say that they aren't great though! :)

My Purchases:

Mario Badescu Aloe Vera Toner - For dry and sensitive skin

Mario Badescu Aloe Moisturizer - For dry and sensitive skin

Dior Iconic Mascara in Noir - AMAZING! More dramatic than Chanel Inimitable, my last one.

And then I bought a top coat (Essie) and hair spray (B&B). I need to stop.

xxE

Monograms.. In or Out?

Obviously this isn't something for everyone, but I find great satisfaction in monogrammed items. I dream of monogrammed stationary, towels, bedding and more. So cute and personal!  But I also know that most of my close friends would never get anything monogrammed. I can't even imagine; they call to me and I need them!

So here are some GORGEOUS monogrammed items, I die:

Monogrammed Stationery - Rifle Paper Co. 

Side note: I came across Rifle Paper Co.  online and I instantly fell in love. Anyone who knows me will tell you that I absolutely adore stationery and can't stop buying paper, cards and stickers. It's like the brand knows exactly where my tastes lie and made the cutest, most perfect items especially pour moi. I NEED EVERYTHING. I've seen a few of their items in Anthropologie, but the website obviously has the full selection! Buy buy buy!

Personalized Stationery - Rifle Paper Co.

Max and Chloe West Avenue Necklace $100.00

Etsy Daninotes iPhone Case $55.00

Lilly Pulitzer Bedding

Lilly Pulitzer Towels

I need them. It's hard to justify $85.00 on 20 cards that have your name on them... but I still can. 

xxE

Do You Love It.. Or Do You Love It?

Glasses.

It's the extra accessory that makes one look super chic and ultra studious. If done well that is..
Since I've had my glasses for close to 5 years now, I'm sooo due for a new pair. But which one? After feverishly searching online and scouring magazines, I have come to the conclusion that I seem to make after every question in my life. The answer? CHANEL. For the most part, Chanel exemplifies my favorite kind of style: Simple and Classically Chic. And their glasses follow the same pattern. Very modern and clean, but with the signature Chanel look. Because I have the Round Quilted Sunglasses in Black, I feel a desperate need to follow through with eyewear and purchase my next pair from the ultimate brand.

My Sunglasses: (Graduation gift from last year!)

Aren't they just to die for? 

And here are some of the glasses I'm LOVING:

Titanium Rimless Frame with Ribbon on Temple

Metal Frame with Mother of Pearl and Ebony

Acetate and Metal Frame with Signature Chanel Logo on Front Side

I want all three of them, but if I had to choose, I am definitely for the last pair. I NEED.

xxE

Curly Girl Design

I've been spending parts of my summer in Chatham for years now and there's always one store I MUST go into when there. The Artful Hand Gallery in Chatham has an amazing selection of Curly Girl Products. Curly Girl Design is a company that creates whimsical art, all of which are showcased on various items such as mugs, cards, notepads, keychains, posters etc. I am obsessed to say the least. I've given some of their products to friends and they all seem to love them!!! Here are some of their gorgeous items:

So cute!!

xxE

Just Died

Models Take A Tumble At Naomi's Fashion For Relief

This is almost funnier than the infamous Tessa and Emily video, "Model Falling." But it's not. Click the green above! Still dying.

SO FUNNY.

xxE