Mentoring?

I have always loved beauty and fashion, as you can tell from my crazy rants on this page. I've recently been offered the opportunity to give B&F advice to girls and women through an amazing site called Get Smart Mentoring. 

There are four main writers, including me, who each have their own column in which we discuss issues pertaining to everything from beauty, to fitness, and everything in between. 

http://getsmartmentoring.com/for-teens/heres-kristen-fashion-beauty-for-real-young-women/

I'm inviting you all to check it out, and let me know what YOU want to see! 
We're here to give advice to you, so if you have questions, or would like to read about something specifically, comment on the page and let us know!

I will still be writing on here as my personal blog, but should be writing for Get Smart at least once a week.
I'm so excited to see what the future holds!
Until then, 
-K.

Wine Time.

Strawberry Lemon Sangria

Ingredients:
Moscato white wine 
Strawberries cut up and soaked in a little bit of honey and regular sugar
a squeeze of lemon juice - fresh preferably

This is literally the  most simple recipe for a taste of summer. It is refreshing, and not too sweet! 
I know this isn't my typical post, but it was so good I couldn't resist.

Let me know if you try this!
Until then, 
-K.

Bath and body works haul

Bath and Body Works Mini Haul

Went to bath and body works the other day and went a little crazy. 

And by a little, I mean I bought 6 body sprays. 

And buy bought 6, I mean I bought 3 and got 3 free.

So that makes it better, right?

Oh, and finally got my hands on a market peach candle, which smells heavenly.

The sprays I got include: (notes from their website www.bathandbodyworks.com)

Carried Away -Italian Bergamot, Meyer Lemon, Mandarin, Juicy Pear Nectar, Lush Raspberries

(and I got two of them because this is my all time favorite scent.)

Beautiful Day -Sun-kissed Apple, Dewy Pear, Sparkling Cassis

Capri Seaside Citrus-Mediterranean Grapefruit, Sparkling Bergamot, Juicy Nectarine

White Citrus- Lemon Zest, Sparkling Grapefruit, Juicy Tangerine

Rome Honeysuckle Amore-Italian Peach, Blackberry, Green Mandarin,Pink Honeysuckle

What are your favorite scents for summer?

PS- The bath and Body works Semi-Annual sale is coming up soon, so if you want to try anymore scents, just wait about another week and get some good deals! 

Hope all is well!

Talk to you soon!

Until then,

-K.

Green With Envy.

                                        Sneak Peak of My Outfit

So excited about these new pieces I've added into my wardrobe and jewelry collection.

 The green pants are from Roamans. They cost under $40, and come in a ton of colors! To be honest, I was expecting the quality to be less than what it actually was. I'm planning on purchasing more of these " Stretch Straight Leg Leggings" this week, because I am so in love. I've wanted green pants for such a long time for some odd reason, but I finally found them! I ordered them in a tall, even though I'm 5'6, because I prefer my skinnies to be bunched a bit at the ankle.

The watch I've had for a while, but the chain bracelet is a new member of my ever growing jewelry collection. I've been looking for a sturdy, gold chain link bracelet for a while now, and any time I find an affordable one, they feel and look like plastic. This bracelet is from Torrid and was under $20! Its definitely metal, and looks good on its own, or paired with some arm candy. 

Have you made any purchases lately?

Let me know!

Until then,

-K.

Kiss the girl.

My Top 3 Favorite Lip Care Products

Under $6!

I'm a lip product junkie if you couldn't tell. I will forever swear by these three products as my all time favorite lip care items. As simple as they may be, they are a staple in every purse, makeup bag, clutch, and even vanity I've ever had. 

1. Nivea A Kiss of Milk and Honey lip conditioner-

This "chap-stick-esc" product is one of the most moisturizing products I've ever used and I am in love with it. It will never leave my purse. The ingredients are what make it so amazing, which include beeswax and honey. You can purchase these at any type of drugstore for under $3. 

2. C.O Bigelow Rose Salve-

Known as a youtube cult favorite, this "all-purpose" salve always comes in handy. Not only is made to hydrate your lips, but your skin as well! I've used this on dry spots, and even my cuticles to add a little bit of needed moisture. The one I always seem to purchase is the .8oz, and I've seen them for sale in stores like Bath and Body Works, Sephora, and Ulta for about $5.

3. Nivea Lip Butter in Caramel Cream Kiss 

This is a new addition to my favorites. These little pots of love were available in the UK before they hit the US and I would read blogs about them from youtubers and DIE waiting for them to come to the states. They are a potted lip balm like the rose salve, yet just as thick and creamy as the other nivea lip conditioner. These are now available at just about any drugstore, for around $4.

What are your all time lip favorites?
Let me know!
Until then,
-K.

Studs on studs on studs.

                 Studs on studs on studs : Recent Purchases

I am beyond in love with these little stud earrings. I ordered them from @Jin0516 on Poshmark. If you don't know what Poshmark is, I recently described it in a previous post. But basically, it's an app where you can buy,sell, and trade- clothing, shoes and accessories. I've seen everything from the Chanel flap clutch, to men's socks on poshmark. But I saw these little studs and could not resist. 

Together, they cost under $20! The seller was beyond sweet, and has some really amazing things for sale in her "closet". If you want to add the app, it's a great way to get rid of things you don't use anymore! For instance, I have clothes in my Poshmark closet that I actually forgot I owned, and never wore. Why keep things that we don't use when someone else can get a ton of use out of them? 

Also, I mentioned this in my other post about Poshmark, but if you use my promo code when you sign up, you get a $5 credit towards a purchase! The code is HXVCC. I'm not sponsored or promoted by this app at all, I just think it's a really cool way to shop. 

Plus, in this nasty New York heat wave, I've been wearing my hair in a bun like it's nobodies business. So these add a little sparkle to any look, while staying edgy and uber feminine. 

Hope you all are enjoying this heatwave.

We all need a little vitamin d, right?

Talk to you all soon!

Until then, 

-K.

The lovely bubbles.

Hello again!

So...

Have you ever been slapped with news that automatically makes you want to shop?

Kind of like hearing that the college you're transferring to has an extremely strict business dress code. Right?

I found that little bit out about two weeks ago, and being the fashion junkie I am, I began shopping.

The necklaces shown are statement pieces called rightfully so, bubble necklaces.  JCrew is widely recognized for being the original creator of these beautiful pieces. 

JCrew, though, charges around $150 per necklace. 

Me, being the college student I am, couldn't imagine spending that on anything but gas and books.

   

Don't get me wrong, I'm not bashing JCrew in any way, shape, or form. I love the idea of the necklace and I'm sure the quality of their necklace is probably incredible. The two I purchased look identical to the original bubble necklaces, but cost....drum roll please...

$5.99 each.                     

I purchased them from an Ebay seller about a week ago and they arrived today. I am so pleased with the quality. If you ebay search bubble necklace, you can find so many in all different colors. In all honesty, I truly believe you get what you pay for. I was expecting much less than what I received with these necklaces. You can find this style of necklace pretty much anywhere now, though. I've seen them everywhere from Ebay, to Etsy, and boutique type sites like Marley Lilly. 

I'm planning on styling them with a collared shirt, so that it adds a little bit of fun to a plain button down.  Once I figure out an outfit with them (which I have many in my mind right now), I'll either do a post, or feature them on my Instagram - @Kristendari. 

How do you style statement pieces?

If you have instagram, take a photo of your favorite piece of statement jewelry and tag me in it, once again @Kristendari so I can get more ideas!   

I hope you guys are having a beautiful end of May!

Talk to you all soon.

Until then,

-K.