Let It Burn

 

(Currently Burning & LOVING: Bath & Body Works- Spiced Apple Toddy)

Nothing makes me feel cozy quite like being nuzzled under a blanket with the fireplace lit, and letting my favorite candles fill the space with pleasant aromas. I've put together a few of my personal must-have scents as a means to help share this feeling with you, and the ones you love for the holidays. Bundle up, and let it burn!

 

Jo Malone- Peony & Blush

 

Diptyque: Roses

 

Trish McEvoy: Wild Blueberry Vanilla

 *Dying to try!* Voluspa: Visions of Sugar Plum

// All Candles, excluding Bath & Body Works Hot Apple Toddy can be found at Nordstrom, and Nordstrom.com //

XO,

Annabelle

Polish Your Pout

Exfoliating your skin is an extremely important step to incorporate into your skin care regimen. But are you also remembering to exfoliate your lips? Our constant application of drying lipsticks and glosses can cause a build up of dry skin. It is recommended to exfoliate once a week to let your best pucker shine. A regular routine of exfoliating your lips will not only remove dead skin cells, it will also help your lips to appear larger. Listed below are a few recommendations I have for you to add into your skin schedule. 

 Bliss Fabulips Scrub & Exfoliating Wand

 Fresh: Sugar Polish and Sugar Lip Balm (Holiday Gift Set)

Sara Happ: The Lip Scrub in Peppermint

Jane Iredale: Sugar & Butter Lip Scrub and Lip Drink

My sister recommended this amazing (and cheap!) lip balm to me that will be perfect for you to finish the process. I enjoy using this balm over my lipsticks, on light makeup days, and at night to rehydrate. 

C.O. Bigelow- Rose Salve Lip Balm

 You'll love how much fuller your lips will look, and how much softer they will feel. Your lipstick will also look better with a smoother application. Start scrubbing, and start smiling! Kisses!

XO, 

Annabelle

(All products available at Nordstrom & Sephora)

A Very Chloe (Oliver) Christmas

Last week I was invited to a trunk show at one of my dear girlfriend's homes. I was pleasantly surprised at the adorable pieces Chloe Oliver had to offer! I had always heard great things, but had never tried any of the looks myself. I walked into the show unsure if I would find anything, and I walked out having to put down several pieces! I wanted so many things, but ended up walking with only three ('tis the season to shop for OTHERS after all). 

Pictured below is one of my selections, and the rest are available pieces that can be shopped at Chloe Oliver, and Anthropologie (one of the company's distributors). 

(Pictured Above: The Luciana (worn by me) Available at ChloeOliver.US

 Pictured Above: Berry Hill Dress (Anthropologie.com), Photo Credit: Anthropologie

 

Pictured Above: The Hope Dress (ChloeOliver.us), Photo Credit: Chloe Oliver 

 

Pictured Above: The Keira Romper (ChloeOliver.us), Photo Credit: Chloe Oliver

Pictured Above: The Adrianna Top (ChloeOliver.us), Photo Credit: Chloe Oliver

For more information, and additional looks check out ChloeOliver.us , and Anthropologie.com

Follow Chloe Oliver on Instagram: ChloeOliverUS

Happy Friday!

Annabelle

The Carrie Cheek

When I have an unexpected day off, I'll admit that it can be difficult for me to slow down and actually get that much-needed R&R. But with today's rainy day weather, I'm taking full advantage of the cozy sounds and watching my favorite series- Sex & The City. In this particular episode (Season 6- Splat!) I am not fond of her man choice (The Russian), but I've always lusted over the rosy cheeks Carrie displays during her horse & carriage sleigh ride. Are you craving the look too? I've put together a few of my favorite cream blushes to help you channel the coveted. 

(Pictured Below, a few of my favorites: Make Up For Ever, NYX in Glow, and W3LL People Lip & Cheek Color in Universalist)

A cream blush can be especially wonderful in the winter due to their hydrating properties. Apply concealer, foundation, and bronzer as usual and follow with your application of cream blush. For a smoother application, try using a beauty blender sponge and work the product in a circular motion over the apples of your cheeks. To finish the look, you can apply a loose, translucent powder to lock in color and tone-down any unexpected brightness, leaving you with a more natural look. 

 (Additional Recommendations: MAC Cream Blush: So Sweet, So Easy & Benefit: Benetint)

Keep warm and snuggled today, and have fun being a little cheeky with your new look!

XO,

Annabelle