Itunes Lovin' - May 2013

Hey,

Once again May has been a big music month for me.

I suddenly realized that I really could care less what people think about my Itunes playlist.

Is that something we were/are still actually self conscious about? ( probably just me again..)

I rediscovered some old lovers in my library, as well as some new favorites this month.

In no specific order, they consisted of : 

- She Talks to Angels ( Cover): Kree Harrison 

- Breathe Again : Jimmy Robbins 

- When She Says Baby : Jason Aldean

- Anthem Part Two : Blink 182

- Hard to Love ( Acoustic) : Lee Brice

- Up Up And Away : Kid Cudi

- You Set Me Free : Angie Miller 

- Give In To Me: Country Strong Soundtrack

- Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (Cover) : Greg Laswell

- Tangerine Sky: Kottonmouth Kings

- Wake Up: Coheed And Cambria

- I Hope Youre The End Of My Story: Pistol Annies

- Can't You See : Marshall Tucker Band

- The Mango Tree: Gareth Bush

- Shape Of My Heart: Backstreet Boys

- Simple Man : Lynyrd Skynyrd

- Lucky You (Cover): Taylor Edwards

If that wasn't diverse enough for you're liking, I'm sure if you come back in a month and check my next playlist, you'll be satisfied. The thing is, if a song comes on and it brings me back to a beautiful moment in time where I was really, really happy, or really really SOMETHING, I'll listen to it. If I can picture my windows rolled down singing the versus at the top of my lungs after a long day at work, I'll download it.

No judgement here.

What does your playlist look like?

Are you self conscious about your purchases like I was? 

Let me know!

Until then,

-K.

May Instagramistory

Sorry for the lack of posts! I actually went on vacation? 

Yes. I feel so much better now.

We all need it from time to time.

I hope everyone had an amazing May. 

(And a beautiful Memorial day weekend!)

See you all soon.

Until then,

-K.

Praying for Oklahoma.

In the wake of the devastating tornado that occurred this past week in Oklahoma, I'd just like to take a second to send my deepest thoughts and prayers to all those who have lost everything. The entire country is on your side, Oklahoma. 

We're all praying and wishing only the best for you all. 

In these weeks to come, we pray that there will be some light in the darkness. 

United we stand.

All of my love,

-K.

Foam it up, Foam it up..

I think I've discovered a new holy grail summer skin product. 

I don't know about you guys, but in the summer, I prefer to wear as little possible makeup as I can get away with, without looking like a gremlin. The only thing about me wearing any makeup, is that I get very self conscious about my skin. If I'm not wearing makeup, it's because I'm confident that my skin looks clear, and clean. 

I live in New York, so starting in about late spring-early summer, the weather starts to warm up and become a bit humid. And when I say late spring, I mean this week. Like right now. 

BTW - I don't know how I'm planning on moving down south when I cant stand humidity in 75 degree weather. Deep breaths..

Anyway...

I found this product about two weeks ago and have been using it twice a day since. It's the Formula 10.0.6 Best Face Forward Daily Foaming Cleanser in the passionfruit and green tea scent. I'm pretty iffy when it comes to cleansers, because I tend to break out from them. This cleanser, on the other hand, has helped to completely clear my skin up, and prevent oils. 

The product description from the bottle reads: " This fresh foaming gel cleanser washes away oil and impurities for a sparkling, clear complexion. Green tea and chamomile pacify while passionfruit balances skin. Your skin looks clean, clear, and healthy everyday." I second that.

If you guys try this, let me know how it worked for you!

Enjoy the beautiful weather this week.

Talk to you soon!

Until then, 

-K.

Flashback Friday - Lip Style

Hey guys, 

So...

I have to admit that I have an obsession with lip products. 

I'm not a huge lipstick person, but I'll try any type of lip balm, gloss, or stain. 

These little pots hold one of the best lip products I've ever tried.

They're called the L'Oreal Hip Intensity Jelly Balms. They are the consistency of a lip gloss, and have the pigmentation of a lipstick. The thing is, they are incredibly hydrating, and work really well on dry lips. They're an older product now, so you may be able to find them in stores randomly, but you're more likely to find them online at sites like All Cosmetics Wholesale, and I've also seen them on Amazon as well.

The colors I have from left to right include : 

1. Succulent : A mauvey-purple/pink, perfect for everyday use.

2. Delectable: A pin-up style cherry red.

3.Ripe: Coral/Orange, the best summer lip color I own.

4.Plush: An essential baby pink.

These colors work really well on most skin tones, and are very long wearing. If I'm not wearing alot of makeup one day, or no eye makeup at all and I'm already running late, I'll use one of these with a tiny bit of concealer under my eyes and I'm ready to go. They're so good to have just to throw in your bag. The best part? Since they're an older product, most websites have them on sale for under $5!

What is your favorite lip product?

Let me know!

Until then,

-K.

Time flies.

I honestly cannot believe how fast time flies.
How cliche, right?
Wrong.
Whoever said that first was honestly so brilliant.

If you would have told me five years ago tonight that I'd be graduating college in a week, I'd laugh in your face and run off with a bunch of people I haven't spoken to since.
Because if you would have told me two years ago that I'd be graduating college in a week, I'd probably ignore you and continue studying like a mad woman, not knowing where my life was headed.
Yet tonight, I'm here, after a long week of stress and aggravation  knowing that I am seven credits away from my associates degree, and two months away from the biggest change I've ever been faced with.

My advice to anyone who is finishing up with any type of schooling right now, is to a take a deep breath, relax for even a moment, and realize how lucky you are, and think about where you were five years ago. Could you imagine yourself here? And in five years, will you be proud of this week?
I know how stressful this past month is for anyone in school, but think about the weeks to come, and how amazing summer will be. It'll all  be worth it in the end. If even for a second you can say that you were proud of how hard you worked to get to where you are right now, it'll be worth it. I promise you that.


We made it this far.
Here's to the weeks, months, and years to come.
Here's to us.
-K.

NOTD: On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink.

Nail of the Day: Essie Figi

Because on Wednesdays, we wear pink.

Forgive the really terrible picture. It's finals week and as I'm posting this I really should be studying for my fashion history final on the 1920's-1970's.

Anyway...

I am so in love with this color. I initally only purchased it because I had heard so many rave reviews from not only gurus, and bloggers, but also some of my close friends. I'm more of a dark nail kind of girl, but this color looks so good. Your hands look clean and fresh. It's deffinitly a staple polish to add to your collection.

The only thing I dislike about this polish is the fact that you need a couple of coats to really get the true color from it. It tends to be a bit streaky with one and two coats. I didn't use a base, though, so that might help stop the streaking.

This color is perfect for spring and summer, and I think it would look amazing on tan skin!

                                                      Here's a better picture, from google.

Typically Essie nail polishes sell for about $8-$9. If you have an Ulta by you though, you can use your coupons on these polishes! Just a little FYI.

Hope you all are having a good week, and if you're taking finals, my heart is with you.

Best of luck everyone!

Until then,

-K.