Tuesday, January 8

Homeland Beauty

Claire Danes



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My love affair with Claire Danes first started when I saw Romeo + Juliet
And now I'm even more in love after watching Homeland. Have you seen it? Seriously, you guys, I'm addicted.
I had heard good things but never took the plunge then one low key Friday night with friends turned into a marathon.
I took a break after season one [literally it took over my life] but these winter months are the perfect excuse to jump into season two.

Because of my love I was so excited to see this new mommy and wife to a gorgeous man gracing the February cover of Elle.
You can find a 'behind the scenes' of her cover shoot here. Or pick up the issue when it hits newsstands on January 15th.

Monday, January 7

A Fabulous Sale!

Target + Neiman Marcus Collection


No.1 || No.2 || No.3 || No.4 || No.5 || No.6 || No.7 || No.8 || No.9 || No.10


If I were to guess, most of you [if not all] have made your way to your local Target to take a peek at the Neiman Marcus lines.

Still have your eye on something?

Well I suggest you head on over to Target's website or run to your nearest store because right now everything is 70% off!
I stumbled upon this amazing sale over the weekend and brought home No.1 and No.6 since I received No.7 as a gift at Christmas.
We are talk about some major deals here people: Altuzarra Shaker - $14.99, Tracy Reese Dessert Plates - $11.99 ...

Happy shopping everyone!

Friday, January 4

The Weekend List


Happy Friday Everyone! I am so excited that the weekend is finally here. 
Sadly I feel this way even though I only had a 3 day work week. One thing is for sure, having a full work week next week is going to be tough! The first couple of weeks in January are always a bit of a struggle for me. I can't seem to get the holiday break off my mind and get my butt back into my every day routine. I'm hoping that my to do list for the weekend will help:


No.1 start working on a gallery wall - includes framing a few key pieces

No.2 organize my work space - def necessary since it doubles as a desk and vanity

No.3 begin working on a jewelry organizer - I even have the materials already!

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I'm hoping to report back on Monday saying I was able to complete these three tasks as well as working out, a little cleaning, printing some pictures from over the holidays, and of course watching The Bengals (hopefully beat the Texans!).
But we will see how it goes!

Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
xo

Thursday, January 3

Couldn't Live Without || Hair Products



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I'm sure you are all like me in that there are a few products you just couldn't live without. Cincinnati winters are especially rough on my hair, hello static! So when I stumble upon a good product it almost always becomes a staple in my routine. The products I use range in price, I'm not the type to buy all salon products nor all drugstore finds. If it works, I buy it!  One being a product that I've used since I was a kid.

So I thought today I'd share the products I couldn't live without:


BB Texture [Un]Dressing Creme
 This product is a recent find for me. During my last trip to the salon there was a stylist who was rockin' the most perfect beach waves I've ever seen. I stared at her, literally. I finally asked my stylist if she know how she accomplished the look. Since she wasn't exactly sure she called her over so we could find out. To my surprise it was done using this product + allowing your hair to air dry.
It works some serious magic on my hair. Not to mention it's perfect for the days I'm running a little late!

BB Thickening Spray
 Overall my hair is pretty fine. I have a lot of hair but it's just not very thick. My hair stylist recommend this and has been using it on my hair every trip to the salon. Spray before blow drying and it adds the perfect amount of volume and thickness. Plus it gives your hair production from hair dryers, straighteners, etc.

Johnson's No More Tangles 
Even with the use of conditioner I still need a little something extra to brush through my hair and this does just the trick. An added bonus: being that it is technically for kids (I've been using since I was 5 or 6 and you can find it in the baby section of Target) it's so gentle on my color treated hair and smells delicious. Plus the price is amazing, $3.69, such a steal!

BB Styling Lotion
  Also introduced to me by my hair stylist, this product is perfect for giving your hair that extra little control while styling. Allows for movement with just a touch of structure. I layer this on first, then use the Thickening Spray.

Beyond the Zone Dry Shampoo
Ok, so there are some days I just don't feel like washing my hair (or I woke up late) and my hair needs a little attention. I'm sure most of you have discovered the amazingness that is dry shampoo. Talk about life saver! I've even found that if my hair is freshly washed and it won't curl the way I want if I spray a little on that section it gives it a "dirty" feeling that results in the perfect curl!


I also couldn't curl my hair without this hairspray and since my hair is always colored - this shampoo and this conditioner do wonders.


What about you? Any must have products?
I'd love to hear as I'm always wanting to try something new!

Wednesday, January 2

A Wrap Up of 2012






Here's a peek at what I have been up to since I disappeared:
birthday celebration
puppy sitting
DIY's
lots of family + friends time
as well as a few too many adult beverages


Even though I enjoyed my time away I'm so happy to be back!