Review: Garnier Clean + Nourishing Cleansing Oil

Well hello...I know it's been a while since my last post and I really have no excuse except for the fact that taking care of a little person is hard work.

Last week I received a sample of Garnier Clean + Nourishing Cleansing Oil for dry skin.  Now let me say that while I love my all natural cleansers I am open to trying commercial products.  Sometimes you may stumble onto something worth purchasing.

This product claims to 'instantly dissolve impurities and long-wearing makeup with no greasy residue' and in my week long experience I found it to do exactly what it claims to do. I have combination skin and even the oily portions of my face did well. Every time I washed my face I found myself reaching for this product. 

After about a week my friends were asking what I was using and I got numerous compliments on the clarity of my skin. It removed my makeup easily and left my face feeling soft and clean. I plan on purchasing a full sized bottle today since I used the last of my sample this morning. I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone looking for a good cleanser.

Ootd: Cold & Gray

This week here in the south we got a good bit of cooler weather. As pretty as it is I really do not like snow or cold weather for that matter. However, during the past few days I have gotten a chance to wear a few of my recently purchased sweaters. Here's a look at my outfit of the day and my messy closet.

Sweater: Old Navy / Pants: Dots / Ring: Gift / Bracelet: Thrifted / Earrings: Gift / Scarf:  Walmart / Boots:  ??? (Long Time Ago)

Thanks for reading, I hope you enjoyed. 

Mani Moment #1

So I'm trying a few new things and dabbling a little more in style and beauty.  I only hope that you all enjoy these types of posts as much as my other posts. I'll be working very hard to bring new content to this blog everyday.  So without further ado here's my mani of the moment.

The color is Chili by Revlon.  It's their Top Speed fast dry nail enamel.  It's an orange red which I absolutely love.  

Hope you enjoyed. 

Style Inspiration: Kerry Washington

Lately Kerry Washington's style has garnered her the amount of praise that many women would die for.  Not afraid to go bold with bright colors but equally unafraid of wearing an all white ensemble, she is a true style icon (in my opinion).  She's classy, smart, and sophisticated and she exudes that very well in her choice of dress.  Check out some of her looks...

This ensemble alone spawned my love of red lipstick. 

Oh, Kerry you're so chic and Scandal is such an amazing show.  Well hope you enjoyed.  Check out Scandal tonight at 10 pm Eastern on ABC.  

photos credit:  www.glamour.com & www.essence.com

Apologies & Annoucement

I know you all are probably sick and tired of reading my apologies for not posting more but I promise what I have been going through is huge.  My life as I know it is about to change.  Yes I'm dramatic but seriously it's about to change and it's all because......

I am expecting We are expecting our little bundle of joy early July 2014.  I wanted to wait until after the first trimester but my doctor says that everything looks fine so I decided to make the announcement earlier.  It just so happens that I came back from our vacation with a bigger souvenir than I expected.  

I'm currently 8 weeks along and super excited.  Dad is also excited and very anxious about us not living so far apart from one another (he currently lives 5 hours away).  So far the only symptoms I have are nausea, fatigue, and back pain.  All of which are very welcome as long as my little one is healthy.  

Soon I'll begin posting pictures to document the weeks to come.

Thanks for reading :)

XOXO

Getting Graphic

Today's post is an outfit of the day and it features myself, my couch, my favorite tee (who doesn't like the Beatles?) and a pretty messy apartment (yikes and sorry).

Beatles graphic tee:  Walmart

Black skirt:  Forever 21

Belt:  ???? I think it came with a skirt

Watch:  Belks

Shoes:  Dollhouse

I like to play with different looks when I go to work.  Yes, I work in a office but it does not mean that I can't have fun.  Now this probably isn't the best option if you work in a more conservative office but luckily for me I can get away with most looks.  No point in not being fun.  Graphic + pencil skirt = a fun office look.

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  Now it's time for us to have an even better, more productive, and overall exciting week.

Style Inspiration: Zoe Saldana

Recently Zoe Saldana has caught mine and many others attention not just for talents as an actress but also for her effortless style.  I believe that her ability to combine sexiness, effortlessness, and a sort of bohemian chic style is a large part of what makes her such an inspiration.  She knows what fits her body and dresses accordingly (or maybe that should be contributed to her stylist Petra Flannery).  Here are some of her looks....

Thank you for reading.  Hope you enjoyed.  

 

To Knockoff or Not to Knockoff

As I mentioned last week, I have been on a bit of a shopping spree and there's nothing better than thrift shopping.  So what better place to go than our neighborhood flee market?  The flee market is generally where I go to find unique pieces and other useful/useless trinkets. Well as I'm perusing the wares I began to notice a huge trend...knockoffs!


Definition

Knockoff - a copy or imitation of someone or something that is popular; typically at a lower price


The Dilemma
I understand that these items aren't in many of our budgets so we seek cheaper alternatives but is it necessary to purchase a fake?  Often times they aren't even believable fakes.  We all know that you can not possibly purchase a Louis Vuitton Speedy for $30.  That bag cost me about 2 months rent.  Designers work hard to come up with new innovative fashions.  They did what it took in order to create these things that many people covet so badly.  If it is so important for you to have that handbag or those shoes just save up for them or catch them on sale but please no knockoffs.  People who purchase the authentic items can spot a fake so that cheap imitation isn't impressing anyone.  Another alternative would be to purchase a bag that is a made by a relevantly lesser known label but isn't a knockoff.  The style may be similar but there is no apparent mimicking of labels.  That way you're stylish but within your budget.  I opt for these types of bags all the time.

Stay Classy
If you can't afford it don't purchase a cheap, ill-made version.  Save for it and treat yourself if you want it that badly.  That's what I did.

Knockoff vs. Real comparison courtesy of fashionlaw.foxrothschild.com. 

Cuckoo for Floral

Flower Power Madness by djfrasier featuring sole society

Floral dress
delias.com

Full tilt
tillys.com

High-waisted denim shorts
etsy.com

Boohoo flower print skirt
boohoo.com

Forever 21 skinny jeans
canada.forever21.com

Flat shoes
modcloth.com

Charlotte Russe drawstring backpack
charlotterusse.com

Raxevsky turquoise bracelet
$13 - pret-a-beaute.com

Sole society
solesociety.com

Boy Stop!!

Happy Friday-Eve!! 

 I hope everyone's is having a great day.  Today I bring you my tomboy style with a feminine twist. 

Boy Stop!! by djfrasier featuring a braided chain bracelet

Love Milly printed tank top
$25 - awear.com

River Island ripped boyfriend jeans
$38 - riverisland.com

Zara stiletto sandals
zara.com

Braided chain bracelet
etsy.com

Accessorize studded jewelry
accessorize.com

Mac cosmetics lipstick
nordstrom.com

Countdown to Friday

Countdown to Friday by djfrasier featuring wrap watches

American tank
$7.83 - newlook.com

Steve madden sneaker
heels.com

Titanium wrap watch
nordstrom.com

Ray ban
sunglasshut.com

Wild Side

Untitled #4 by djfrasier featuring a knee length pencil skirt

Jane Norman scoop neck shirt, $12 / Topshop knee length pencil skirt / Neon yellow shoes, $37 / Monki , $26 / Blu Bijoux yellow gold necklace

Style Inspiration: Navy & Neutrals

Untitled #3 by djfrasier featuring a v neck dress

Vero Moda v neck dress, $37 / Steve Madden metallic sandals / Warehouse , $18 / Astley Clarke gold earrings, $980 / C. Wonder anchor jewelry

Style Inspiration: Chevron

Okay, it's confession time.....

I am obsessed with Chevron prints.  It's been around for a while and it's holding it's ground as a fashionable print.  It's a clear winner for anyone who is into clean, chic, and modern prints.  Check it out....

Chevron by djfrasier featuring short mini skirts

Peach dress / See through prom dress / Charlotte Russe dolman sleeve top / Short mini skirt / Black maxi skirt / Style tryst / Yellow gold jewelry, $11

Spring Look #1

Dinner by djfrasier featuring aldo clutches

VILA , $13 / Oasis jacket, $93 / Mango fake leather pants, $43 / Sugarfree Shoes high heel shoes, $66 / ALDO clutch / Cuff bracelet, $9.27 / Carolina Bucci gold jewelry, $295

Diamondz Trendy Boutique

Courtesy of  https://www.facebook.com/DiamondzTrendyBoutique

This past weekend I got the chance to attend Diamondz Trendy Boutique's Chanel & Ciroc Party.  During the party attendees were able to enjoy a few appetizers and some spirits all while shopping for a few unique and trendy pieces of jewelry.  After much browsing and a little sipping I decided on these two pieces.

This necklace was also available in turquoise.  Both were $10.

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This really cool ring and bracelet combo. It was $5.

She had plenty of other pieces that I really wanted to purchase including handbags and over sized clutches however, in order to curb my habit of overspending I only took enough cash for 1-2 pieces.  Both pieces are really great quality and reasonably priced.  I look forward to purchasing a few more pieces from Diamondz Trendy Boutique.  


Visit their Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/DiamondzTrendyBoutique