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September 23, 2016

College Fashion Week

This post is sponsored by Her Campus Media and its College Fashion Week brand partners. But, as always all opinions are my own!

If you live in Boston (or even within driving distance) and you love fashion, but missed the Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row event in Downtown Crossing, don’t worry.

Tomorrow is College Fashion Week! The tickets don’t cost much at all. And you can get them here.

This is Her Campus Media’s fifth year of hosting College Fashion Week. The can’t miss fashion event will take place Saturday, September 24th from 6PM until 9PM at Space 57, and is to include four fashion shows with ten looks each, presented by young local emerging fashion designers. Such as, My Social Canvas, Foray, Ali & Ariel, Frill Clothing, and Bow & Drape. Networking opportunities with both other Boston fashionistas, as well as the many brands that have partnered with Her Campus Media to make this event possible.

Interested in knowing which brands? You can view the complete list of sponsors here.

Some brands include:

Fitbit
Drybar
Rebecca Minkoff
Vince
Bertha Watches
Perfumania

I can’t even begin to tell you which one I’m most excited about, because I’m just that excited about them all!

I’ll be there the whole time, and I really looking forward to seeing some of you there. If you go (which you totally should), make sure to come up to me and say hi!

Seriously, the goody bags (which are included in the ticket price) will have over $900 worth of swag.

Can’t wait to share my recap of College Fashion Week afterwards. Stay tuned!

September 20, 2016

The Radiant Finish Kit

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Did I need The Radiant Finish Kit? Probably not. BUT a Beauty Blender goes for about $20 and the kit was $26, so I figured why not add it on to my August 2016 Birchbox.

I almost did a Splurge or Save post with a dupe for the Beauty Blender. I am SO glad that I didn’t! Because, while I love using sponges in general, the Beauty Blender was legit on a whole new level for me!

But, what really sold me on the kit was the Jane Iredale Smooth Affair primer. I love the Jane Iredale mascara and lash primer, so naturally I wanted to try more from the line.

The Radiant Finish Kit is a $50 value. Well worth the $26 I paid!

See a specific sample that interests you? Let me know in the comments and I can tell you more about it!

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September 19, 2016

My August 2016 Birchbox

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You guys, I honestly can not even remember if my August 2016 Birchbox was the feature box for the month or if I picked a sample. Given my past Birchbox selections, I’d say it’s safe to assume it’s the feature box, but I could be wrong.

What I am sure about is that my love for Living proof. has grown exponentially, that stila is the bomb dot com.

I will always love Beauty Protector Protect & Detangle and I need to make these Acure cleansing towelettes a reoccurring purchase.

Ok. I have some news. I have officially decided not to renew my Birchbox subscription for 2017.

Partly, because I am trying to minimize the excess crap I have in my life and samples have taken over my vanity. It’s making me feel like a hoarder and I just can’t.

Finish up the year won’t be an issue. I really do enjoy getting my Birchbox every month.

Make sure to let me know in the comments, if you want to hear more about any of these samples!

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September 13, 2016

Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Macy’s; but as always, the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.

I may not be going to NYFW this year, but that doesn’t mean that I’m not getting my fashion fix.

Macy’s Fashion’s Front Row is bringing Fashion Week to Boston!

Get a preview of the latest Macy’s Fall Fashion looks from you favorite designers. One on one style advice from Macy’s pros. It’s supposed to be one of the biggest shopping parties of the season! Trust me, you won’t want to miss it. I know I don’t.

For more information on this event or to find a location near you visit: http://bit.ly/MacysFrontrow16

If you’re in Boston, I hope to see you there. And if you see me, make sure to come say hello!

Can’t make it? Follow along via #MacysFrontRow. I’ll also be live tweeting while I’m there, so if you’re not already following me on Twitter!

September 2, 2016

Follain Finds: Jane Iredale Mascara + Primer

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Mascara hoarding is something I’ve been trying to cut back on. But finding just one or two that I love far above the rest isn’t something I’ve been able to narrow. Until discovering this Jane Iredale duo at Follain.

It was important to me to have a clean beauty mascara solution, that also lasts throughout the day. And the Jane Iredale mascara and lash conditioning primer do exactly that. Lashes with volume, that last throughout the day? I thought it was impossible. Plus, safe enough to wear every day, without having to worry about harmful chemicals? Amazing!

These aren’t the only green beauty products I’d recommend but they are two of my top picks. Whenever you make a purchase at Follain, they include samples to try. The same goes for when you attend one of their events. I’ve never had to purchase this mascara and primer, I’ve gotten enough samples of them to last me quite a while.

The primer also worked great with other mascaras. I don’t wear it everyday, just when I want a little extra volume or have a long day ahead of me.

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September 1, 2016

Donuts, Rosé + My Wig Wardrobe

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T-Shirt: Daisy Natives (similar) | Jacket: Forever 21 (similar) | Jeans: Old Navy
Shoes: Zara (similar) | Sunglasses: Prada

There are times when doing my hair is something I just can’t do. Like, legitimately. Not even a ponytail. My Wig Wardrobe is the solution. Celebrities have turned to wigs for ages, and today most beauty YouTubers do as well. Whether you’re looking to cover up a bad hair day, switch up your look or protect your natural hair, you need a wig. Or, even better, a wig wardrobe!

I’ve tried a number of subscription services (including Ditto for these sunglasses), and My Wig Wardrobe is the first online wig subscription program.

In addition to celebrity inspired hair looks, all subscribers also gain access to a private Facebook group, where the owner, Yondel Gilfurt, shares beauty hacks and hair industry secrets! Since I know next to nothing about wigs, I love that Yondel does live videos explaining how to make them look natural. She also shows you how to care for your wigs. Which is important so you can wear it again and again.

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August 30, 2016

August 2016 Loves

When I was sent Momoup products to review, I thought yay for more Korean beauty products to try! Then, after opening on of the makeup removing wipes and discovering that even packet was a two pack, I thought how wasteful. But when I used them, I realized two things. One, that the amount of material is actually less than that of wipe and two I love them! I could not stop talking about them (or telling my friends).

During my trip to Nantucket to visit Gabby, I told myself I wasn’t going to go shopping. But I couldn’t resist stopping in some of my favorite shops. Like Crane & Lion, where I picked up this Maria Shireen Bittersweet hair tie bracelet (hair tie included). This purchase was justified because I needed a souvenir, and had been wanting a hair tie bracelet.

I’ve partnered with Happy Socks to put a little pep in my step (and color on my Instagram). No show socks don’t have to be boring and these have a serious shoe saver!

As a self-proclaimed crazy plant lady, my indoor garden is growing. I’ve been doing some research (a la Pinterest) on succulent care and propagation. Hopefully my green thumb is successful…

Anything with miracle in the name is setting the stakes pretty high. OGX is one of my most used hair brands and their Miracle In-Shower Oil is, well, miraculous. It provides extra moisture for my hair AND my body! This two-in-one product is my current absolute favorite.

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August 29, 2016

Fall Capsule Wardrobe: Started from the Bottom

Building a capsule wardrobe is an idea the I’ve toyed with for a while now. Pinterest (and lack of closet space) makes the minimalist approach to style seem very appealing.

The concept of a capsule wardrobe is that you limit your wardrobe to a few key pieces. Mixing and matching what you have to maximize outfit potential without the stress or overwhelm that comes from having too many options. Most capsule wardrobes I’ve come across have consisted of 30 items. I opted for 38 pieces, because I felt too restricted with anything less than that. You, however, can select whatever number of pieces you feel comfortable with. Keep in mind that less is more.

For the month of September, I decided (with a little inspiration) to simplify my closet and give a capsule wardrobe challenge a try. Each week I’ll share some of my favorite looks on Instagram using the hashtag #tspcapsule. But, make sure to check back here to see them all!

To start building my capsule wardrobe, I started from the bottom. Literally. I’m a jeans girl and don’t really wear a ton of other bottoms, so I selected four pairs of jeans and a simple black pencil skirt.

My favorite template can be found on the blog Selective Potential. I definitely gave it a Twenty Something Plus twist, but have something to use as a guideline was very helpful!

There are tons of good examples on Pinterest and if you need a little (or a lot) of outfit inspiration, check out Un-Fancy, a minimalist fashion blog.

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August 26, 2016

Kiehl’s LifeRide Event

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Have you ever went for a walk in the park, been handed free samples and urged to go to an event?

I honestly say that’s happened to me while walking in the Boston Public Garden. It might sound sketchy, but the samples were from Kiehl’s, so I wasn’t going to say no. And it was DJ Hustle Simmons handing them out, so I knew the event was going to be one I’d kick myself for not checking out!

The weather wasn’t the best, but the event was worth braving the down pour. I happened to have my camera and was lucky enough to get a few photos. I don’t know what exactly I was expecting, but the Kiehl’s LifeRide event had so much, and then some! The Kiehl’s CEO Chris Salagardo, celebrity influencers (actor Gilles Marini, YouTuber Amanda Ensing, model Carmen Carrera…), facials, cupcakes, motorcycles, and a Limited Edition Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, of which 100% of net profits up to $25,000 go to benefit amfAR to help fight HIV/AIDS.

If you’ve ever tried the Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, then you know that amfAR is getting that $25,000.

To help make AIDS history, you can donate here.

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August 25, 2016

Enchanted Silk Dress

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After the Shake the Tree Yumi Kim event, I fell in love with Yumi Kim pretty hard.

My taste isn’t super feminine, but I find the floral prints of her dresses very appealing. It’s hard to explain, but I find that the Yumi Kim dresses I’ve worn have spoken for themselves.

I found Yumi Kim on Rent the Runway, and had to sneak this Enchanted Silk maxi into my last Unlimited order. Georgina invited me to join her on a Spirit of Boston Cruise, and this dress was absolutely perfect for it! Although, I did regret having worn the heels all day. My ankles are still not very happy with me.

Since I got so many compliments and a lot of question about this particular dress on Instagram, I wanted to share the details here as well.

For the cruise I also wore a purse and made sure to include a very similar one in the shop this post section below!

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Photos by Miranda Mu.