Thursday, April 12, 2012

Meet Lovely Little Things

We'd like for you guys to meet...



We've been getting to know Jess through her blog for the past couple of months now and we absolutely think that she's great...and you guys know how we like to share GREAT things. This time instead of it being the latest thing in beauty or the "it" fashion trend of the moment, this "great" thing comes in a five foot package of a spunky and sweet college student from Tampa, Florida. To get you started on your quest to get to know all of the lovely little things about Jessica, we asked her to answer ten questions.  Hopefully this piques your interest and you'll go over and pay Jessica a visit at her blog...please show her some love from Her Late Night Cravings!

What made you want to start blogging?
I was Googling how to get volume at my roots (random, I know) and I stumbled on The Small Things Blog. That led me to her sister’s blog, From My Grey Desk, which I absolutely loved. I realized that every post she wrote I could relate to, and I wanted people to be inspired by me, how I was inspired by Lauren.

What do you enjoy the most about blogging?
Hands down the relationships that I’ve built! Coming into blogging, I never would have thought that I would meet people that I would consider friends. I definitely didn’t think I’d have a blog BFF either…love you Meg! ;) I also love the fact that blogging has busted me out of my comfort zone and helped me to grow as a person. I try new things, I’m not scared to talk to people I don’t know anymore…it’s great!

Have you ever met any other fellow bloggers?
Not YET. And I emphasize the yet! I'm planning on meeting up with Candice from Teatime Thoughts sometime in April...I couldn't be more excited :)

Name 5 lovely little things that you're currently loving.
 One. The fact that I am graduating from college in less than a month...AHHHH!
 Two. I love the Florida sunshine and that I can wear cute dresses every day now :) I'm so adding this one to my "To Buy" list:
Three. The Hunger Games...but who isn't loving that?
 Four. Essie's new Navigate Her collection...one of each please :)
Five. I'm definitely loving my new iPhone case!
Where there is Love there is Life iPhone Case

Describe your ideal way to spend a Saturday & tell us what you'd be wearing.
Let’s see. I’d sleep in until about 9. Then sit on my porch and drink my coffee (a must) while getting lost in a good book. I’d hit the gym (I love working out) and then meet my boyfriend for a picnic lunch. From there we’d go kayaking or mountain biking. Then I’d end it with a beach bonfire with mine & Adam’s (my boyfriend) whole group of friends. I probably wouldn’t look the cutest as far as an outfit goes until the bonfire – which I would probably wear this to:
simply everyday

If you moved from the Tampa area & could pick any other city in the US to put down roots, where would it be & why? 
I love, love, love Tampa but after reading so many blogs about San Diego (especially Tammy’s) I seriously want to live there! The scenery is gorgeous (beaches…yes, please!) and there just seems to be so much to do. Everyone that lives there is so passionate about it and they take a lot of pride in their city – I like that.

What is your favorite makeup brand?
To be honest, I’m not a huge make up wearer. I’m a mascara (Covergirl Professional Super Thick Lash) & lip balm (Maybelline Baby Lips) kinda girl. When I do go all out and do my make up, though, MAC is my go-to brand. Probably because that’s what my best friend uses and she’s the one who taught me how to do make up ;)

Where is your favorite place to shop?
If I’m on a budget Target or Forever 21. Otherwise, Loft. I absolutely adore the fact that they have petite clothes. I’m 5’ so I have the hardest time finding clothes that aren’t too long for me! I'm recently getting into Zara and J Crew, also...thank you fashion bloggers ;)

What is your favorite trend for this spring/summer?
MINT MINT MINT! And I’m all about the statement necklace thing, too!

If you could pick any actress to play you in a movie, who would you pick?
Oh this is a hard one! I’d have to say Rachel McAdams. She is classy & fabulous. Not to mention absolutely gorgeous. I wouldn’t mind if she was pretending to be me ;)

xo,
Jessica
Lovely Little Things

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

POTM...April Edition & Spring Sips and Styles Day Two!

As most of you probably know, we started our Polish Of The Month posts back in August as seen here and we love showcasing a special polish or polishes (because sometimes two is better than one) every single month. There are so many awesome polishes out there that they really do deserve their own post! So without further adieu, we bring you...

April Polish Of The Month

Mendi's Pick - Deborah Lippmann's Naked & Sephora by OPI's Wild About Shimmer

I've been on a nude kick lately, but of course I chose to amp it up with a shimmery top coat. Here I used two coats of Naked with a light top coat of the Wild About Shimmer. Honestly, I probably could have achieved the same look by just doing 2 or 3 coats of the shimmer polish (it's more opaque than you'd think), but Deborah had been feeling lonely lately, so I needed to pay her some attention. High maintenance polishes.  ;)



Jayme's Pick -  OPI's Strawberry Margarita


Once we posted our 2012 Spring Beauty Trends seen here, I have been obsessed with having bright pink nails. And as much as I wanted to run out and buy the Butter London polish that we featured, my mind kept going to this polish and I must say that it did not disappoint.  It's a creamy, bright, girly pink that needs no glitter or sparkle topcoat as she is perfect all by herself. I can tell that this is going to be a favorite for months to come! (note: this photo was taken a few days after my mani)



What polish(es) are you guys loving this month?? Drop us a comment and let us know!

ALSO

Today is day two of the Spring Sips and Styles blog hop. We invite you to jump on over to A La Mode Maven to check out her nautical themed post. Be sure to follow all six blogs so you can be entered to win a pair of fabulous Tory Burch flip flops courtesy of our friend Shannon at Wine Taste Girl. And if you missed the first day make sure you swing by Savvy Spice to see Dale's take on colorblocking and watermelon margaritas. 




April 9th- Savvy Spice- Color Blocking and Watermelon Margaritas
April 11th- A La Mode Maven- Nautical Trends and Mojitos
April 13th- Chateau A Gogo- Statement Necklaces and Strawberry Basil Sangrias
April 16th- Henning Love- Printed Denim and Gin and Tonics
April 18th- Her Late Night Cravings- Spring Shoes and Margaritas
April 20th- Wine Taste Girl- Pastels and Champagne Cocktails

Enter to win starting April 9th!

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Beauty Battle: Organix Coconut Milk Warming Scrub

As we've mentioned in past Beauty Battles, the purpose of these videos is for each of us to try out the same product, then keep our opinions to ourselves until we can share our thoughts with each other while the camera is rolling.  This Beauty Battle features the Organix Coconut Milk Sugar Cane Self Warming Scrub...



We purchased our bottle at CVS for approximately $9.99 (prices vary).

Have you guys tried any of the Organix skin care line? Drop us a comment and let us know! Also, if you missed our last Beauty Battle featuring the Eye Rock Designer Liners then click here. It was a fun one!

Monday, April 9, 2012

Spring Sips and Styles - Savvy Spice

The lovely Shannon from Wine Taste Girl is hosting this wonderful blog hop and giveaway. Today is the first day of Spring Sips and Styles, so head on over to Savvy Spice to check out her post on color blocking and watermelon margaritas. Be sure to follow all six blogs participating for your chance to win a pair of Tory Burch flip flops. Make sure to come back each day mentioned below for more great Spring trends and cocktails!



April 9th- Savvy Spice- Color Blocking and Watermelon Margaritas
April 11th- A La Mode Maven- Nautical Trends and Mojitos
April 13th- Chateau A Gogo- Statement Necklaces and Strawberry Basil Sangrias
April 16th- Henning Love- Printed Denim and Gin and Tonics
April 18th- Her Late Night Cravings- Spring Shoes and Margaritas
April 20th- Wine Taste Girl- Pastels and Champagne Cocktails

Enter to win starting April 9th!

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Year in Review: Favorite Products


What better way to recap our 1st Blogiversary milestone than to look back on what our favorite standout products have been?!? These are products that have exceeded our expectations and that we know will remain in our arsenal for many years to come...

Mendi's products mentioned:
Sigma Essential Kit Makeup Brushes
Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy
Almay Oil-Free Makeup Eraser Sticks
Tan Towels
Urban Decay 15 Year Anniversary Eyeshadow Palette
Clarins Gloss Prodige in Rose
Moroccan Oil
Too Faced Primed & Poreless Skin Smoothing Primer
DG Skincare Alpha Beta Glow Pads for Face
Essie Nail Polish in Tart Deco

Jayme's products mentioned:
Neutrogena Body Oil in Light Sesame
Jennifer Aniston Perfume
Avon Anew Clinical Luminosity Brightening Hand Cream
Benefit Watt's Up Soft Focus Highlighter
Urban Decay Naked Palette
Clarins Gloss Prodige in Nude
MAC Paint Pot in Morning Frost
MAC Semi-Precious Rose Quartz & Pearl Mineralize Skinfinish
Sephora Collection Long Lasting-Liquid Eye Liner in Glitter Black
MAC Eye Brow Pencil in Lingering

Do you guys have any "holy grail" products that you just can't live without? Leave us a comment and let us know. Maybe we will find something new to add to our favorites! 

Thanks for watching!
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