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Happy Friday! Even though it's summer and living is eas(ier), there is still something so wonderful about the weekend.  And now that we are at the end of August, these are the last few before the change of seasons really starts to set in (which I loveee by the way!).  So, to finish off the summer right, I've put together a few simple, chic pieces that would be perfect for a summer weekend send off.  This dress caught my eye immediately while doing some online shopping the other day.  The colors are gorgeous and so appropriate for right now.  The fabric is lightweight enough to be comfortable but the elbow length sleeve gives a subtle nod to fall.  I also love that it has a belted waist and that ruffle hem had me at hello.  Believe or not, it was another great find from Amazon Fashion and everything by this brand is sooo feminine and pretty.  These sandals would look adorable with it alongside this woven handbag.  A great pair of tortoise shell sunnies and these gold earrings are the just right accessories for a late summer date night.  I also think that this shade of shadow (very unexpected but extremely flattering on everyone) and this gloss make for a very alluring look.  It's from Beauty Pie and if you haven't checked their incredible offers you can do that right here.  Don't forget to add in a romantic scent to really pull out all the stops, haha.  This one from Jo Malone has been my early fall favorite since the first time I ran into my favorite fellow blogger and she was wearing it at NYFW.  Trust me, you will love it.  

How's everyone planning to spend the last couple weekends of summer?  I'm sad to see it go but am extremely excited about pumpkin spice season, haha!  Hope you all have a great one, thanks for stopping by!

xx,

~K

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AUGUST WEEKEND







Happy Friday! Even though it's summer and living is eas(ier), there is still something so wonderful about the weekend.  And now that we are at the end of August, these are the last few before the change of seasons really starts to set in (which I loveee by the way!).  So, to finish off the summer right, I've put together a few simple, chic pieces that would be perfect for a summer weekend send off.  This dress caught my eye immediately while doing some online shopping the other day.  The colors are gorgeous and so appropriate for right now.  The fabric is lightweight enough to be comfortable but the elbow length sleeve gives a subtle nod to fall.  I also love that it has a belted waist and that ruffle hem had me at hello.  Believe or not, it was another great find from Amazon Fashion and everything by this brand is sooo feminine and pretty.  These sandals would look adorable with it alongside this woven handbag.  A great pair of tortoise shell sunnies and these gold earrings are the just right accessories for a late summer date night.  I also think that this shade of shadow (very unexpected but extremely flattering on everyone) and this gloss make for a very alluring look.  It's from Beauty Pie and if you haven't checked their incredible offers you can do that right here.  Don't forget to add in a romantic scent to really pull out all the stops, haha.  This one from Jo Malone has been my early fall favorite since the first time I ran into my favorite fellow blogger and she was wearing it at NYFW.  Trust me, you will love it.  

How's everyone planning to spend the last couple weekends of summer?  I'm sad to see it go but am extremely excited about pumpkin spice season, haha!  Hope you all have a great one, thanks for stopping by!

xx,

~K

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Happy Wednesday!  How's everyone's week? Mine has been super busy so far...this work from home stuff is no joke!  Going back to my job is going to feel like a vacation, haha.  In anycase, I can't complain as I am feeling quite blessed.  So, while working, playing and pretty much doing everything at home nowadays, many of us are wearing way less makeup.  Sometimes the break from it can be nice!  What's even nicer is having that "makeup optional" skin we all crave.  If that has been something you've struggled with, these products can make it a reality.  Personally, I've discovered that the better my skincare routine, the more radiant my skin seems either with or without makeup.  Whether it's a super nourishing moisturizer, glow-getting sunscreen or treatment-rich eye cream/concelaer, small switch-ups can become total game-changers.  What's even prettier is that these goodies are on super sale right now at Sephora if you're a Rouge member and will be for the rest of us in the next few weeks.  I'll be sharing a post featuring all the details and my favorite picks coming up soon!  Until then take a peek at my picks in the shoppable thumbnails below.

Have a great day everyone and take a little time for yourself...you deserve it!

xx,

~K

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MINIMAL MAKEUP







Happy Wednesday!  How's everyone's week? Mine has been super busy so far...this work from home stuff is no joke!  Going back to my job is going to feel like a vacation, haha.  In anycase, I can't complain as I am feeling quite blessed.  So, while working, playing and pretty much doing everything at home nowadays, many of us are wearing way less makeup.  Sometimes the break from it can be nice!  What's even nicer is having that "makeup optional" skin we all crave.  If that has been something you've struggled with, these products can make it a reality.  Personally, I've discovered that the better my skincare routine, the more radiant my skin seems either with or without makeup.  Whether it's a super nourishing moisturizer, glow-getting sunscreen or treatment-rich eye cream/concelaer, small switch-ups can become total game-changers.  What's even prettier is that these goodies are on super sale right now at Sephora if you're a Rouge member and will be for the rest of us in the next few weeks.  I'll be sharing a post featuring all the details and my favorite picks coming up soon!  Until then take a peek at my picks in the shoppable thumbnails below.

Have a great day everyone and take a little time for yourself...you deserve it!

xx,

~K

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March means spring vibes are in the air and with that, spring break is hot on their heels.  If you're planning a fun getaway or just want to refresh your closet with a breath of fresh air, spring essentials are what we all need right now.  These pieces are fun and fresh and the basic components of a well performing rotation.  I love a spring sweater and this one works now and later making it a must-have for me.  I also want to get my hands on a really great tote to carry all my essentials while pairing well with everything.  Currently eyeing this one.  A chic little pair of sneakers is always a good investment.  Nowadays we can slip them on with shorts and a t-shirt for a cool casual vibe or match them up with a midi skirt and trucker jacket for a fun urban feel.  This swimsuit is a definite must for me.  I mean the color, the cut and the polka dots...so adorable!  

So many fun ways to celebrate the season!  What are your faves?  Hope everyone is looking forward to something wonderful. this week.  Thanks for sharing it with me!

xx,

~K

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SPRING BREAK ESSENTIALS






March means spring vibes are in the air and with that, spring break is hot on their heels.  If you're planning a fun getaway or just want to refresh your closet with a breath of fresh air, spring essentials are what we all need right now.  These pieces are fun and fresh and the basic components of a well performing rotation.  I love a spring sweater and this one works now and later making it a must-have for me.  I also want to get my hands on a really great tote to carry all my essentials while pairing well with everything.  Currently eyeing this one.  A chic little pair of sneakers is always a good investment.  Nowadays we can slip them on with shorts and a t-shirt for a cool casual vibe or match them up with a midi skirt and trucker jacket for a fun urban feel.  This swimsuit is a definite must for me.  I mean the color, the cut and the polka dots...so adorable!  

So many fun ways to celebrate the season!  What are your faves?  Hope everyone is looking forward to something wonderful. this week.  Thanks for sharing it with me!

xx,

~K

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Hello Wednesday!  Time for some midweek inspo that's perfect for now.  I recently wore this outfit and got compliments everywhere I went.  So, I decided to share these simple pieces and show how to turn them into a complete look.  When it comes to sweaters, it's all in the details...primarily the simple details.  Side slit hems, cropped sleeves and drop shoulders all come together to make this one a great staple.  I paired it with these wide leg cropped jeans and these cognac ankle boots, another wardrobe workhorse.  I added in my favorite bucket bag, this hat and topped it all off with a beautiful plaid coat and was toasty warm and ready for a casual workday.  Don't you just love when things come together so easily like that?  I thought so, me too!!

I've linked all the pieces below for you in case any of this has caught your eye.  Hope everyone is enjoying  a wonderful Wednesday and for those of you getting a long weekend, enjoy!

xx,

~K


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WHAT I WORE






Hello Wednesday!  Time for some midweek inspo that's perfect for now.  I recently wore this outfit and got compliments everywhere I went.  So, I decided to share these simple pieces and show how to turn them into a complete look.  When it comes to sweaters, it's all in the details...primarily the simple details.  Side slit hems, cropped sleeves and drop shoulders all come together to make this one a great staple.  I paired it with these wide leg cropped jeans and these cognac ankle boots, another wardrobe workhorse.  I added in my favorite bucket bag, this hat and topped it all off with a beautiful plaid coat and was toasty warm and ready for a casual workday.  Don't you just love when things come together so easily like that?  I thought so, me too!!

I've linked all the pieces below for you in case any of this has caught your eye.  Hope everyone is enjoying  a wonderful Wednesday and for those of you getting a long weekend, enjoy!

xx,

~K


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A change of seasons means more than just a wardrobe refresh.  It's also the perfect time to rethink your makeup bag as we switch out the bright shades of summer for the richer hues of fall.  Cocoa, olive and berry shades are not just for the clothes in our closet.  They're also the most gorgeously flattering makeup shades that will add romantic beauty to your complexion following the exit of that toasty golden glow.  I also love bringing in warm and cozy scents that wrap you up in sheer deliciousness that delights the senses.  

This body creme is my all time favorite for fall and winter.  There's no explaining it, you just have to try it for yourself.  Rich, warm and luscious...it will never disappoint.  I also love this body wash for an in shower treat.  It even comes with a sweet cinnamon bun recipe on the bottle just in case you get the urge to splurge!

Rose colored nails, wine inspired glosses and chocolate eye shadow palettes round out the fall beauty must-haves I'll be reaching for all season.  They are just another pretty reason why I always fall for fall.  How about you all?   What beauty items are you adding to your bag this month?

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend...the weather here on the east coast is going to finally be fall-like!

xx,

~K

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FALL BEAUTY






A change of seasons means more than just a wardrobe refresh.  It's also the perfect time to rethink your makeup bag as we switch out the bright shades of summer for the richer hues of fall.  Cocoa, olive and berry shades are not just for the clothes in our closet.  They're also the most gorgeously flattering makeup shades that will add romantic beauty to your complexion following the exit of that toasty golden glow.  I also love bringing in warm and cozy scents that wrap you up in sheer deliciousness that delights the senses.  

This body creme is my all time favorite for fall and winter.  There's no explaining it, you just have to try it for yourself.  Rich, warm and luscious...it will never disappoint.  I also love this body wash for an in shower treat.  It even comes with a sweet cinnamon bun recipe on the bottle just in case you get the urge to splurge!

Rose colored nails, wine inspired glosses and chocolate eye shadow palettes round out the fall beauty must-haves I'll be reaching for all season.  They are just another pretty reason why I always fall for fall.  How about you all?   What beauty items are you adding to your bag this month?

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend...the weather here on the east coast is going to finally be fall-like!

xx,

~K

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It's no secret that clean beauty is now a thing.  It's so much more than just a simple trend, however.  With so much attention and emphasis being placed upon wellness and optimal health, it's not surprising to see skincare and beauty brand falling into line.  Personally, I can tell you I'm loving it.  

The more I shop for skincare, the more options there seems to be for tightening, toning, clarifying and adding overall radiance to our skin.  And while I find this to be fantastic, I know a lot of us can also feel overwhelmed by soooo many terrific options.  That's why I wanted to take a moment to share my latest clean beauty faves that so many of you have requested. 

If we look at skincare simply, there are some basic goals we all need to achieve.  These would be to cleanse, tone, balance, exfoliate, protect and hydrate.  I know, it sounds like a lot, but trust me, it really is easy to pair down and the results are beyond worth it!

My favorite way to cleanse is with a splash of micellar water to start.  It breaks down my makeup and  protects the fragile pH level of our skin.  Next I remove the day with a creamy cleansing balm or a dollop of coconut oil (which is very inexpensive and what I find works best!).  If your oil-proned you can substitute with a deeper cleansing cream. I love this one.

Toners are so nice after a wash and have really improved the overall functioning of my skin.  While I know the name sounds harsh but a great toner will effortlessly rebalance your skin's pH to banish dryness and keep oiliness in check. An extra step I like to throw in is to pat in an essence.  This one leaves my skin super soft and hydrated and ready to accept whatever I put on next.  

A great moisturizer is a must and those that multitask are even better.  This Biossance version contains both squalene and probiotic which means your skin recieves ultra nourishment and the optimal form of hydration.  If a face oil is more your thing this one is my all time favorite!

Hair gets in on the clean beauty game too with an amazing number of options for treating your tresses gently from wash to style.  I've been using a co-wash in place of traditional shampoo for a while now and have never been happier.  Unlike shampoo, these gentler methods remove product and impurities without striping your hair of its natural, necessary oils.  

If you're interested in trying out some of these beautiful products, I've linked them in the thumbnails below for you.  And, if you have any clean beauty favorites that you are obsessed with I'd love to know!  Thanks for stopping by beautiful friends...Have a great weekend everyone!


xx,

~K

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CLEAN BEAUTY FAVES








It's no secret that clean beauty is now a thing.  It's so much more than just a simple trend, however.  With so much attention and emphasis being placed upon wellness and optimal health, it's not surprising to see skincare and beauty brand falling into line.  Personally, I can tell you I'm loving it.  

The more I shop for skincare, the more options there seems to be for tightening, toning, clarifying and adding overall radiance to our skin.  And while I find this to be fantastic, I know a lot of us can also feel overwhelmed by soooo many terrific options.  That's why I wanted to take a moment to share my latest clean beauty faves that so many of you have requested. 

If we look at skincare simply, there are some basic goals we all need to achieve.  These would be to cleanse, tone, balance, exfoliate, protect and hydrate.  I know, it sounds like a lot, but trust me, it really is easy to pair down and the results are beyond worth it!

My favorite way to cleanse is with a splash of micellar water to start.  It breaks down my makeup and  protects the fragile pH level of our skin.  Next I remove the day with a creamy cleansing balm or a dollop of coconut oil (which is very inexpensive and what I find works best!).  If your oil-proned you can substitute with a deeper cleansing cream. I love this one.

Toners are so nice after a wash and have really improved the overall functioning of my skin.  While I know the name sounds harsh but a great toner will effortlessly rebalance your skin's pH to banish dryness and keep oiliness in check. An extra step I like to throw in is to pat in an essence.  This one leaves my skin super soft and hydrated and ready to accept whatever I put on next.  

A great moisturizer is a must and those that multitask are even better.  This Biossance version contains both squalene and probiotic which means your skin recieves ultra nourishment and the optimal form of hydration.  If a face oil is more your thing this one is my all time favorite!

Hair gets in on the clean beauty game too with an amazing number of options for treating your tresses gently from wash to style.  I've been using a co-wash in place of traditional shampoo for a while now and have never been happier.  Unlike shampoo, these gentler methods remove product and impurities without striping your hair of its natural, necessary oils.  

If you're interested in trying out some of these beautiful products, I've linked them in the thumbnails below for you.  And, if you have any clean beauty favorites that you are obsessed with I'd love to know!  Thanks for stopping by beautiful friends...Have a great weekend everyone!


xx,

~K

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Happy first Friday of September! Nothing's better than a fresh new month other than a brand new season to go with it.  Yes, foliage walks, star gazing, fashion week and trips to the apple orchard are all in the lineup this month.  With that, today's post is designed to celebrate all these things.  Navy and cream take on a whole new persona come autumn with the addition of some candy apple red and a flash of tortoise thrown in.  Keep it casual with a pretty plaid scarf and an easy pair of boyfriend jeans.  Ahhh, the weekends of fall...what could be better?

What does everyone have planned for this one? I'm looking forward to a traditional celebration to kickoff off football season and celebrate someone very special to me and enjoying Sunday brunch after the farmer's market.  Have a great time everyone!

xx,

~K


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SEPTEMBER STYLE




Happy first Friday of September! Nothing's better than a fresh new month other than a brand new season to go with it.  Yes, foliage walks, star gazing, fashion week and trips to the apple orchard are all in the lineup this month.  With that, today's post is designed to celebrate all these things.  Navy and cream take on a whole new persona come autumn with the addition of some candy apple red and a flash of tortoise thrown in.  Keep it casual with a pretty plaid scarf and an easy pair of boyfriend jeans.  Ahhh, the weekends of fall...what could be better?

What does everyone have planned for this one? I'm looking forward to a traditional celebration to kickoff off football season and celebrate someone very special to me and enjoying Sunday brunch after the farmer's market.  Have a great time everyone!

xx,

~K


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Calling all beauty addicts, today is for you!  In a world that's steeped in beauty products and skincare goodies, it's a rare breed that offers us the opportunity to be rewarded (richly!) for our loyalty.  Well, after first hearing about this little company over on one of my favorite podcasts and seeing fellow bloggers and friends highlight them on their sites and social media, my curiosity was building and interest piqued.  So, the beauty sleuth in me began doing some investigating and here's what I discovered...


Beauty Pie the genius work of Marcia Kilgore, founder of Bliss Spa, Soap & Glory and FitFlop.  
Essentially, it is a membership-based luxury skincare and makeup membership program through which you have the say of how much you want to spend each month.  The spending level you choose then allows you to pay the member's only pricing.  Without any middlemen, overhead costs or marketing expenditures, we get to reap all the beautiful benefits.  So, that $25 lipstick? It's now only $5, affording you a twenty dollar savings.    If you don't spend as much as you thought you would any given month, the unused funds just roll over to the next.  And, if you fall in love and want more (like me!), spending limit upgrades are available for us enthusiasts as they say, haha.  

Honestly, I haven't seen many opportnities quite like this one and I have to say I'm super excited to explore the things they have to offer! Details about the program and how it works can be found here.  But basically, memberships range from ten to thirty dollars a month with the option for an annual $99 per year plan.  For me, the membership plan that I'm choosing is the $20 per month as I feel this gives me the opportunity to shop around , explore the goods and see what I like and love.  The products you see featured here today are some of the ones I'm currently coveting.  

This eyeshadow palette is soooo gorgeous and would complement so many skin tones and eye colors with its neutral base.  I also love the glossy pink shade of this high moisture but not sticky gloss.  A swipe of this multi glow highlighting stick will leave you dewy and beautiful.  Love it.  And there are some said to be incredible beauty products too.  I really want to try out this super retinol serum.  The benefits of an effective retinol are unparalleled and this one gets rave reviews.  Following it up with this face oil is going to be the nutrious drink of moisture our end of summer skin craves. 

You can try them all for yourself on the Beauty Pie site.  I think you're going to love it!  Please let me know which products you plan to try.  Have a great weekend everybody...thanks for stopping by!

xx,

~K

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BEAUTY PIE




Calling all beauty addicts, today is for you!  In a world that's steeped in beauty products and skincare goodies, it's a rare breed that offers us the opportunity to be rewarded (richly!) for our loyalty.  Well, after first hearing about this little company over on one of my favorite podcasts and seeing fellow bloggers and friends highlight them on their sites and social media, my curiosity was building and interest piqued.  So, the beauty sleuth in me began doing some investigating and here's what I discovered...


Beauty Pie the genius work of Marcia Kilgore, founder of Bliss Spa, Soap & Glory and FitFlop.  
Essentially, it is a membership-based luxury skincare and makeup membership program through which you have the say of how much you want to spend each month.  The spending level you choose then allows you to pay the member's only pricing.  Without any middlemen, overhead costs or marketing expenditures, we get to reap all the beautiful benefits.  So, that $25 lipstick? It's now only $5, affording you a twenty dollar savings.    If you don't spend as much as you thought you would any given month, the unused funds just roll over to the next.  And, if you fall in love and want more (like me!), spending limit upgrades are available for us enthusiasts as they say, haha.  

Honestly, I haven't seen many opportnities quite like this one and I have to say I'm super excited to explore the things they have to offer! Details about the program and how it works can be found here.  But basically, memberships range from ten to thirty dollars a month with the option for an annual $99 per year plan.  For me, the membership plan that I'm choosing is the $20 per month as I feel this gives me the opportunity to shop around , explore the goods and see what I like and love.  The products you see featured here today are some of the ones I'm currently coveting.  

This eyeshadow palette is soooo gorgeous and would complement so many skin tones and eye colors with its neutral base.  I also love the glossy pink shade of this high moisture but not sticky gloss.  A swipe of this multi glow highlighting stick will leave you dewy and beautiful.  Love it.  And there are some said to be incredible beauty products too.  I really want to try out this super retinol serum.  The benefits of an effective retinol are unparalleled and this one gets rave reviews.  Following it up with this face oil is going to be the nutrious drink of moisture our end of summer skin craves. 

You can try them all for yourself on the Beauty Pie site.  I think you're going to love it!  Please let me know which products you plan to try.  Have a great weekend everybody...thanks for stopping by!

xx,

~K

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