We're expecting!

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I wanted to stop by and share some great news with my readers. We are having a baby! I am due February 17th, and Aron and I are over the moon. 

So far, everything looks great with the baby. I am feeling OK, except for headaches I've been having since last week. Now that I have entered my second trimester, I have a bit more energy and have been trying to eat healthier again. 

Thank you for stopping by! I will still be blogging, though I am sure many posts will be more baby-centric :)

Adrienne 

A Rare Red Lip Day

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Yep, I am back with another Torrid fashion nugget. It seems like I've been wearing Torrid exclusively this Summer! I hope to continue this trend into the Fall.

Leopard Shrug: Torrid 

Dress: Torrid 

Necklace: Dragonfly in Saint Augustine

Shoes: Ross (old)

Lipstick: MAC Russian Red

As much as I love the look of red lips, I rarely wear them. I find that no matter what tricks I use when applying, the red fades and needs to be reapplied throughout the day. MAC Russian Red is the best formula I have found, as it takes a few hours before another coat is needed.

This outfit showcases two of my main loves: leopard and the color black. I can't get enough of either. I hoard little leopard cardigans and shrugs like a crazy person.

Hope you are having a good one!

Adrienne 

July Ipsy Bag

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Yes, I know we are several days into August! But I wanted to share the goodies I received in my July Ipsy bag.

1) Big Sexy Hair Weather Proof Spray 

2) Pouty Pop Crayon

3) BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow Sample

4) Benetint

5) Coola Tinted Moisturizer

I've received these Big Sexy Hair Spray products in my Ipsy bags before. They seem to do a decent job at holding my hair in place, but I wish I had received the Soy Renewal Beach Spray instead. I am on a constant search to replace the John Freida Beach Waves spray that was discontinued several years ago. I've had zero luck finding a product that compares. This cult classic sells on eBay for around $50-80 dollars a bottle. THAT'S how fabulous it is. I have no clue why John Frieda stopped discontinued it, or why they refuse bring it back. OK, end of my rant!

I've blogged about my obsession with coral, so it should be no surprise I was happy to receive this punchy color. It is a bit bright, but I tone it down with a bit of neutral lip liner. 

Please excuse my potato farmer hands in these photos. I am well overdue for a manicure of some kind! 

This BH Cosmetics palette was lovely, if a bit bright for me. I need to figure a way to incorporate that pretty purple eyeshadow into an evening look. Does anyone have any smokey eyeshadow tutorials they would like to share?

I've been a fan of Benetint by Benefit for quite some time. It is a rosey lip and cheey stain, that truly stays on and smells like roses. 

This Coola mineral sunscreen was OK, though the coverage seemed a bit too sheer for my taste. It was also a shade too dark for this pasty girl.

Well, that brings to an end my July Ipsy Bag review. I do enjoy receiving these little beauty nuggets every month!

Thanks for stopping by!

Adrienne 

Talking Heads

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I thought I'd stop by and wish you all a happy Friday! I've been listening to the Talking Heads on Spotify for the past couple of days. I'm not quite sure what prompted this listening spree. I have always liked the Talking Heads but was never a superfan. After listening to them again, I am struck by the modern, fresh sound of these 80s tracks. 

I leave you with Once in A Lifetime. Have a great weekend!

Leopard and Roses

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Lazy blogger is back! This time I'll spare you photos of food, and go straight to an outfit post.

Dress: Torrid

Shrug: Wet Seal

Shoes: Ross (old)

Hair Flower: Lola's Lovelies

This dress has become one of my go to looks for Summer. It is a lightweight fabric, and has an easy, breezy shape. I just throw on a shrug and I am ready to go. At first I thought the pattern was a bit too cray cray for me, but I came to my senses and realized it was perfect. 

What have y'all been up to this Summer? I've been a bit of hermit. Our business has kept us busy, and we are still preparing to vend at the big mother-Dragon*Con. We aren't even nearly ready to go, but no big deal, right? It's only 5 weeks away *breaks out in a cold sweat*.

Aside from prepping our stock, we have been enjoying an overabundance of pizza, and watching Fringe from the beginning on Nextflix. Glamourous, no?

I hope Summer is treating you right!

Adrienne