Nail Necessities

Here are my go to nail necessities:
Essie nail corrector pen
Essie nail file
Burt's Bees cuticle cream
Forever 21 nail polish remover pads (work and smell so good)
wooden cuticle pusher
cuticle clippers
Essie first base base coat
Sally Hansen Double Duty top coat

I store all these essentials in a cute little O.P.I. pouch and keep it in my purse. I've come to find, with all the right tools, I can give myself a pretty good manicure at home. The Burt's Bees cuticle cream is the best if you suffer from dry cuticles like I do. 

Five Fall Finds

My new items, love



Sould Mate by Essie (please excuse the messy-quick application)



Coral Crush by Maybelline


As the weather gets colder, the hunt for key Fall/Winter pieces gets warmer! I picked up these items the other night at Target. The scarf/shawl being my biggest steal! Would you believe I picked it up for only $6 and some change!! I love the heart detailing along the edges, so sweet. My next favorite item is a pair of black driving gloves with white piping on the cuff. There is nothing more lady-like than a pair of black leather gloves. I am so excited to wear these with a pair of dark jeans, black leather jacket, feminine top and some black heels. They are the perfect way to keep your hands warm and stylish :) I absolutely love the bright color of Maybelline's Coral Crush. I really like how Maybelline lipsticks smell, reminds me of Dr. Pepper soda. It gives the prettiest orange/red/pink color. Another beauty item I picked up was Essie's Soul Mate. Now, I just posted about a nail polish haul here, but this color is probably going to be my go-to color for the season. I have always been drawn to dark deep plums, and Essie's Soul Mate is just that! Lastly, my new book, Style by Lauren Conrad. The ex Hills star gives great tips for whatever the occasion may be. Not to mention she gives advice on how to shop and what key items every girl should have in her wardrobe. *Sigh... if only I had her wardrobe :)

Looking Forward to October

Essie in Licorice




Steve Madden Maryn boot

Greenbees "Emma" short boot in black

Cute costume ideas for Ollie

Happy 2 year anniversary, Jeff. I love you!

• Cooler weather


• Being able to wear darker nail colors without feeling to goth


• Boots


• Delicious pumpkin recipes such as this one


• The hunt for the funniest/cutest baby costume for Ollie


• and since my anniversary is the day after Halloween, a romantic 2 year anniversary celebration {sans Ollie :)}