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3 years since my last beauty post?! How is that even possible? Well, looking back, I guess it kind of makes sense. I have been actively working on slimming down my makeup, skincare, and even some of my nail polish collection. I've pretty much let go of everything I'm not using regularly. After all that downsizing, you can probably imagine that I haven't been actively adding to my collection, but as I was thinking about writing this blog post the other day, I realized that I have been adding new things here and there!
Back to Beauty: Products I'm Loving
April 28, 2025
3 years since my last beauty post?! How is that even possible? Well, looking back, I guess it kind of makes sense. I have been actively working on slimming down my makeup, skincare, and even some of my nail polish collection. I've pretty much let go of everything I'm not using regularly. After all that downsizing, you can probably imagine that I haven't been actively adding to my collection, but as I was thinking about writing this blog post the other day, I realized that I have been adding new things here and there!
The changing of the seasons has brought me a renewed sense of contentment in this version of myself. Its hard to articulate but I feel so happy to be me these days. After a year that tried me. I've found a way back to myself and one of my most favorite versions.
Part of the Plan
November 11, 2021
The changing of the seasons has brought me a renewed sense of contentment in this version of myself. Its hard to articulate but I feel so happy to be me these days. After a year that tried me. I've found a way back to myself and one of my most favorite versions.
It seems like I have been on the hunt for a DryBar hairdryer at Marshalls/TJX for an eternity. At one point I had spotted some on IG and my best friend Victoria and I literally scoured each store in our area with no luck. Since I am a Marshalls/TJX fiend I follow a girl in KC who posts what she finds at the nearby stores which helps me see the new loot and pinpoint what I want. One Saturday she posted this set at a nearby shop and I dropped everything and drove to TJ! I got this set for $129 which is a steal because the hairdryer itself retails for $195. Nordstrom Rack is actually selling this set for $120 rn which is a STEAL and recently I've seen this set on clearance at Marshalls/TJ.
Dry Bar Fully Loaded Review
January 20, 2020
It seems like I have been on the hunt for a DryBar hairdryer at Marshalls/TJX for an eternity. At one point I had spotted some on IG and my best friend Victoria and I literally scoured each store in our area with no luck. Since I am a Marshalls/TJX fiend I follow a girl in KC who posts what she finds at the nearby stores which helps me see the new loot and pinpoint what I want. One Saturday she posted this set at a nearby shop and I dropped everything and drove to TJ! I got this set for $129 which is a steal because the hairdryer itself retails for $195. Nordstrom Rack is actually selling this set for $120 rn which is a STEAL and recently I've seen this set on clearance at Marshalls/TJ.
This year one of my resolutions was to be more conscious with my purchases in regards to sustainability. So when Love, Beauty, and Planet reached out to me to try their new products I was excited. Love, Beauty, and Planet is an eco-friendly game changer to the drug-store shampoo and conditioner aisle. Every bottle is made from 100% recycled materials (caps and pumps are getting there) and is recyclable. The ingredient list for these products are quite long, but the products have no silicons, parabens, and are vegan. I've really been trying to buy more beauty products that emphasize going green this year and these beauties are a great push in that direction. Today I'm sharing my review on this line and sharing some tips on how to go green with your own beauty products.
A Greener Hair Care
February 2, 2018
This year one of my resolutions was to be more conscious with my purchases in regards to sustainability. So when Love, Beauty, and Planet reached out to me to try their new products I was excited. Love, Beauty, and Planet is an eco-friendly game changer to the drug-store shampoo and conditioner aisle. Every bottle is made from 100% recycled materials (caps and pumps are getting there) and is recyclable. The ingredient list for these products are quite long, but the products have no silicons, parabens, and are vegan. I've really been trying to buy more beauty products that emphasize going green this year and these beauties are a great push in that direction. Today I'm sharing my review on this line and sharing some tips on how to go green with your own beauty products.
I've had a longstanding on and off relationship with traditional shampoo and conditioner. I've tried countless brands - Carol's Daughter, John Frieda, OGX, Rock Your Hair, Avalon Organics, L'Oreal, Healthy Sexy Hair, etc.
Breaking Up, a Hairstory Review
July 8, 2016
I've had a longstanding on and off relationship with traditional shampoo and conditioner. I've tried countless brands - Carol's Daughter, John Frieda, OGX, Rock Your Hair, Avalon Organics, L'Oreal, Healthy Sexy Hair, etc.
There's something about black and white chevron that just really gets me.
When I saw LeTote had this chevron blazer, I knew I had to have it. Black and white chevron, so simple. Today was a really great day. I went to my favourite salon, Paisley & Stripe, and saw my favourite stylist Alex. I haven't seen Alex since August, so it was fun to catch up and remake my look. I know my hair doesn't look all that different, trust me do I know, but it feels different to me. I wanted a sleeker, smoother, and ultimately healthier look. Of course Alex always knocks my hair out of the park. Going to the hair salon is always one of my favourite things to do, and with only a week left of vacation I'm filling it up with things I love. To make my day even better I got to get coffee with my favourite French teacher from high school and some very good friends. This blazer is so fun and much more versatile than I initially expected though it also looks just like my duvet cover in my dorm. I liked pairing it with a simple band t-shirt rather than a dressy blouse. Gives more of a punk rock feel to me which is always what I'm going for.
I am wearing: Lidia Zig Blazer c/o LeTote, The Hawks & The Found shirt, black jeans from Pac-Sun, shoes from Love Culture, wrap bracelet from Stella & Dot, Black Gold Gear Bracelet c/o LeTote.
Chevron
January 13, 2014
There's something about black and white chevron that just really gets me.
When I saw LeTote had this chevron blazer, I knew I had to have it. Black and white chevron, so simple. Today was a really great day. I went to my favourite salon, Paisley & Stripe, and saw my favourite stylist Alex. I haven't seen Alex since August, so it was fun to catch up and remake my look. I know my hair doesn't look all that different, trust me do I know, but it feels different to me. I wanted a sleeker, smoother, and ultimately healthier look. Of course Alex always knocks my hair out of the park. Going to the hair salon is always one of my favourite things to do, and with only a week left of vacation I'm filling it up with things I love. To make my day even better I got to get coffee with my favourite French teacher from high school and some very good friends. This blazer is so fun and much more versatile than I initially expected though it also looks just like my duvet cover in my dorm. I liked pairing it with a simple band t-shirt rather than a dressy blouse. Gives more of a punk rock feel to me which is always what I'm going for.
I am wearing: Lidia Zig Blazer c/o LeTote, The Hawks & The Found shirt, black jeans from Pac-Sun, shoes from Love Culture, wrap bracelet from Stella & Dot, Black Gold Gear Bracelet c/o LeTote.
Today is my last day in KC, and I feel pretty bittersweet about it. On one hand I have been anxiously waiting for college since my first day of senior year, and on another I am having mixed feelings about leaving. Yesterday I said goodbye to a job I had been at for 3 & 1/2 years, like WHAT? I'm surprised I didn't cry with the amount of goodbyes I said.
I spent my last day running around doing errands and stopped by my favourite salon ever Paisley & Stripe to get a fresh look for school tomorrow. I wanted to try something that I've never done before so I showed Alex a bunch of inspiration pictures, and we decided on a more straightforward long look with one set length, more manageable layers, and why the hell not a middle part option. I had a great time laughing with everyone at P&S and it was pretty sad to give Alex a hug and say goodbye to the salon until Christmas. I was set on wearing all black today (as usual) but since it's 90 degrees I wore a blouse from a thrift shop, skirt from Love Culture, Steve Madden sandals, and I have For Audrey by Chinaglaze on my toes. Most of my clothes are jam packed into two huge boxes it's quite depressing actually. On a good note, I bought a sick pair of Tommy Hilfiger loafers. (Never thought I'd say that) Wish me luck!
ROAR
August 23, 2013
Today is my last day in KC, and I feel pretty bittersweet about it. On one hand I have been anxiously waiting for college since my first day of senior year, and on another I am having mixed feelings about leaving. Yesterday I said goodbye to a job I had been at for 3 & 1/2 years, like WHAT? I'm surprised I didn't cry with the amount of goodbyes I said.
I spent my last day running around doing errands and stopped by my favourite salon ever Paisley & Stripe to get a fresh look for school tomorrow. I wanted to try something that I've never done before so I showed Alex a bunch of inspiration pictures, and we decided on a more straightforward long look with one set length, more manageable layers, and why the hell not a middle part option. I had a great time laughing with everyone at P&S and it was pretty sad to give Alex a hug and say goodbye to the salon until Christmas. I was set on wearing all black today (as usual) but since it's 90 degrees I wore a blouse from a thrift shop, skirt from Love Culture, Steve Madden sandals, and I have For Audrey by Chinaglaze on my toes. Most of my clothes are jam packed into two huge boxes it's quite depressing actually. On a good note, I bought a sick pair of Tommy Hilfiger loafers. (Never thought I'd say that) Wish me luck!
Maybe it was because I've been growing my hair out since October or that Alex's schedule is always the opposite of mine, but I was really excited to finally get my haircut today. I've always been one for really short layers, but last October I was told that my hair layers were too short so I made it a goal to not get my hair cut til' summer. So today when I stopped by my favourite salon Paisley & Stripe, I told Alex that we had some major detox to do.
Chez Le Coiffeur
May 31, 2013
Maybe it was because I've been growing my hair out since October or that Alex's schedule is always the opposite of mine, but I was really excited to finally get my haircut today. I've always been one for really short layers, but last October I was told that my hair layers were too short so I made it a goal to not get my hair cut til' summer. So today when I stopped by my favourite salon Paisley & Stripe, I told Alex that we had some major detox to do.
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