Product Love: Trader Joes Coconut Body Butter

Coconut oil is a great treat for quenched skin.  When I saw that Trader Joe's stocked Coconut Body Butter, I was very intrigued so I decided to pick it up. What a pleasant surprise it is!  For just $4.99, the product is just as moisturizing, if not more than higher end products that I own.  It does have a strong coconut smell that may irritate some, but it reminds me of a trip to beach (aka what summer should smell like)!  I apply it after I shower for great moisture throughout the day and right before bed on my dry spots.

Style Steal: Lavada Slide Sandal at Target

Now that it's summer, you're probably reaching for sandals to pair with every outfit.  I've been gravitating toward the Lavada Slide Sandal from Target.  For $16.99, they're an absolute steal as they are copy of the Vera Wang sandal.  Since the glitter part of the shoe is made up of a combination of gold and silver glitter, they go with many things.  Target also sells a black pair but the glitter does not shine nearly as much.  If you're interested in the Lavada sandal, it's pretty comfortable but it does run a tad bit large.  

Target.com

Product Review: Almay Liquid Lip Balm

Can we say obsessed?  I certainly can about Almay's newest product, a lip balm.  I snagged a $4 off any Almay product coupon in the Sunday paper (gotta love coupons) and then found out that each balm was $4.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond so I was able to score the product for just 99 cents! I purchased the balm in Apple-A-Day.  I love that one coat provides a sheer wash of color and two coats provides an opaque color.  The only flaw of this gloss, which some may like, is that the product has a heavy frosting smell.  So all in all, if you have the chance to go grab an Almay Liquid Lip Balm...do it!

Image from Almay.com

2014 Trends

Fashion is always fast moving.  People are probably already predicting trends for 2015!  While I don't have any idea what will be hot in 2015, I have some ideas as to what might be popular in 2014.  Let's take a look at two up and coming colors...

Navy - Navy has been dubbed the new black for the fall and winter.  Transition your wardrobe into spring with a dusty blue!  Also, petrol blues will be all the rage.

Pomegranate Pink - No need to explain this gorgeous color to you, it speaks for itself.  I'll definitely be incorporating pomegranate pink accessories into my wardrobe.  Just look at the Marc by Marc Jacbos bag in the left hand corner.  This pink hue also pops well against blues!

Collaboration: Marchesa and Revlon

You know me and collaborations...I love them.  Up next, Marchesa will be doing a collaboration with Revlon.  Marchesa, high end women's wear line, is often worn on the red carpet by stars including Sandra Bullock and JLO.  E! News reports that the collection will feature an array of beauty items from lip products to beauty tools.  I'm so looking forward to this collaboration!  

From E! Online

Forever 21 Summer Style Guide

Forever21 always has the cutest things and the best accessories.  It's one of my favorite places to shop!  Check out some of my summer picks below.  

Botanical Print Chiffon Top ($19.80)
This top screams summer!  Pair it with some white shorts and messy wavy hair and you're set for a day on the beach.

Animal Print Maxi Dress ($22.80)
Can't go wrong with an animal print maxi-dress now, can you?  Style it up with some dainty, gold arm bangles.

Tired Crochet Lace Shorts ($17.80)

How darling are these lace shorts?  I'd wear it with a simple silky tanktop, maybe in emerald green or coral, so that attention is drawn to the lace detailing.  

Crocheted Peplum Top ($17.80)

Wear this adorable peplum top out for a Sunday brunch date with your girlfriends.  Throw on some simple white denim capris and some chic cognac colored wedges and you're good to go.