Essie Nail Polish Collection + Storage

I recently switched up some of nail polish storage. I wasn't looking to re-vamp it, but when I came across these stacked apothecary jars, I thought that my nail polish would look cute in them. I had just enough Essie polish to fill the small containers. I am thinking if I out-grow this one, I may upgrade to the larger one and keep the small one for my future bathroom.

I am currently keeping it on top of my bookshelf along with candle and a picture frame. I'd like to get a plant or something, once spring rolls around, just to spruce things up a bit more. The polish is divided by fall/winter, pinka/nudes, and spring/summer colors. 

Style: Pastel Lace

  Top: J. Crew Factory (Not Available Online Yet) . Necklace: J. Crew Factory, 

Jeans: American Eagle, Flats: J. Crew Factory, Nails: Essie's 'Lady Like'

It's no secret that I adore wearing lace tops (providing that they aren't itchy). When I saw this shirt, I fell in love with the color, pattern, and feminine scallop details. I feel pretty wearing it and love that I can dress it up or down. I wore it with these skimmer pants to school and changed to jeans for my second job. 

5 Favorite Beauty Items for Fall

 With summer winding down and fall right around the corner, I thought I would share some of my favorite makeup items to use during the fall season. I am super excited for fall. It is, without a doubt, my favorite season.

Follow the cut for details and swatches of my favorite fall beauty products!

Style: Pops of Pastel

 Top: J. Crew Factory

Jeans: American Eagle

Shoes: Frye

Bag: Fossil

Lately, my two younger brothers and I have been setting some time aside each week to go out and do something together. It is nice to spend time with them while they are on vacation from school. Today, we went to see a movie together (Hence the long pants. It gets too chilly in those theaters).  

Bracelet: Kate Spade, Nails: Essie 'First Timer'

I am loving this top that I got on sale. I know I will get a ton of use out of it once school is back in session. I'm going to try and find a nice colored cardigan or blazer to wear overtop of it for work. For now, I think it looks great with subtle pops of pastel.

5 Favorite Nail Polishes

From left to right: Butter London 'Muggins', Essie 'Mint Candy Apple', Essie 'Lady Like', Essie 'Where's My Chauffeur?', & Butter London 'Blowing Raspberries'

I recently cleaned out my nail polish collection and got rid of a few that were old or ones that I don't use too often. That got me thinking about which colors in my collection were my favorite. It wasn't easy to narrow down a top 5, but these were the colors that I use the most often or that I like the best out of all the polishes I own. These are in no particular order.

Style: MU

Shirt: Madewell

Shorts: J. Crew Factory

Sandals: Gap Outlet

Bag: Fossil

Sunglasses: Target

It's no secret that I love kids movies. I think you're never too old for them, and can be just as fun for adults. Today, I went with a friend to see Monster's University. Of course, it was absolutely adorable and I recommend it to anyone with children or anyone who is a Pixar fan. 

Details - Watch (Timex) , Nails: (Essie 'Lady Like') 

I included a close up of the shorts just because I love the floral print. I got these a few weekends ago at 40% off, and I have basically been living in them these past few weeks. I love the mix of navy and the pop of hot pink. 

Style: Pop of Teal

Tee: Target

Jeans: American Eagle

Shoes: Target

Bag: Fossil

This was a sort of lazy-day outfit. Slouchy tee and comfy jeans. I spent the day going on a photography, picture-taking adventure. The weather was too nice not to get outside for a bit. 

I wore my new essie nail polish for a little pop of color to an otherwise neutral outfit. I guess I've really been liking pops of teal lately.

Beauty Products Wishlist

Beauty Products Wishlist by kadunnin featuring the body shop

I have been on a beauty-product kick lately (not sure why). These are just a few items that have caught my eye (and nose) and I am hoping to pick them up and try them out sometime in the near future. I am trying to wait until I finish some of the soaps and things I have before getting new stuff.

1. The Body Shop Almond Body Butter: Right now I am using the Shea Body Butter from The Body Shop, and as soon as that's done, I know which one I want to try next. I smelled this at Ulta the last time I was there and I loved it.

2. The Body Shop Shea Body Scrub: I am actually using this right now, but am almost out. I just would like to get a replacement tub because I love the way this smells. However, even though I normally like matching scents, I feel like the shea scrub AND body butter together is a bit much and sometimes even gives me a headache. I'm hoping that mixing the shea scrub and almond butter will fix that.

3. L'Occitane Shea Butter Extra Gentle Soap - Milk: Again, this was something that I smelled in the store and really liked. I love clean fresh scents and this soap smelled wonderful. After reading great reviews about how moisturizing it is as well, I am excited to pick this up and try it as soon as I finish off my current body wash.

4. Living Proof Full Shampoo and Conditioner: I tend to change up my shampoo pretty often. This set is next on my list to try. I have very fine hair and I feel like I have to wash it often to keep it from looking dull. I've read some great reviews about this shampoo correcting that problem. I plan on buying the travel sized shampoo and conditioner to test out first.

5. Essie 'First Timer' Nail Polish: The last item on my wishlist is a nail polish from Essie's 2013 resort collection. I just think this is a pretty color and great for spring and summer!

What are some beauty products that you are really loving at the moment? Is there anything you are hoping to pick up and try out?

5 Favorites For Spring

From Left to Right: Fossil Bag, Lavanilla Roller Ball Perfume, Essie Nail Polish, American Eagle Scarf, MAC lipstick and MAC lipglass

Since spring weather is (hopefully) right around the corner, I thought I would pick out some of my favorite items for spring. It's cliche but I tend to go for the pastels and florals for the springtime. Nothing innovative, but I still think they're pretty nonetheless.