8.23.2010




Remember the dilemma I faced with the Nick and Mo jacket from Nordstrom? Well, I guess the third, errr, FIFTH time's a charm!


Yes, patience is a virtue. But the mistakes and hassles were well worth it because I love it so much. I am grateful that I got smart and went to talk to a Nordstrom customer service rep in person rather than over the phone. She was more than apologetic and even refunded my money. She made sure I would get the right item in the correct color this time. The jacket was put on a Nordstrom gift card, so it essentially turned out to be free ;) Thank You Nordstrom! My good faith in your service has been renewed.

I hope everyone enjoyed the weekend! I am looking forward to blogging about mine on Wednesday!

8.20.2010

Booties. Not only a huge Fall trend, but I think just a huge trend in general this year. The simple fact that they are referred to as "booties" makes me want a pair even more! I just can't decide what my perfect pair looks like: peep-toe or closed toe. Pointy or rounded. Velvet, suede, leather. Black or gray, the IT color for Fall. Ruffles, bows, platforms. So many options! I'd prefer to purchase only one really fabulous pair that I can wear with everything in my closet, from dresses and skirts to skinny jeans. Here are some booties that have caught my attention:

I like both the gray and the black suede. The added platform will make walking a bit easier!





How extravagant and gorgeous are these?





A sweet, unabashedly feminine shoe that would look amazing with a dress.





These Michael Antonio booties would go with everything! And they are inexpensive on Lulus.










Charlotte Russe has some great options at affordable prices. I really love the cuff detailing on these.


I completely regret not buying these JC's. They aren't really booties, but they offer the same type of feel. If I ever find these, I'm grabbing them!



What do you girls think of booties? Which are your favorites? Have a beautiful weekend!

 

8.18.2010

I first heard about the brand Phyto from Laura (Lollipop26) on YouTube. Since then, many other beauty bloggers and YouTubers have mentioned the brand and I became curious to try it. I love experimenting with different haircare products. Even when I find a certain product or brand that I love, I stray very easily and am always up for trying something else. A few months ago before I went on vacation to New York and Ohio, I bought a little travel pack of Phyto products at Ulta. The kit contained a Phytocitrus shampoo, a leave-in cream to tame frizz, and the restructuring mask which is essentially a very deep conditioner. I should mention that the Phytocitrus line is meant for those of us with color treated hair, but there are other types of products by the brand that vary in their purposes. The shampoo was nice, but nothing really unique in my opinion. The leave-in cream is also good, and I actually still have some left over from the trip. But the standout was definitely the restructuring mask, and so I went to Sephora a couple of weekends ago and forked over the cash - $38 dollars to be exact. I know what you're thinking. The price is...pricey. How can I justify it?
Pros:
~ This leaves my hair softer and silkier than any other deep conditioner I have ever tried. The ingredients contain: shea butter, grapefruit extracts, illipe plant butter, castor plant oil, and sweet almond protein.
~ Even after one use, the difference in my hair texture is noticeable, and I find that the results only intensify after continued use.
~ A little goes a long way! Once a week is really all you need. In between, I use Aussie's Deep moisture treatment, as well as Joico conditoner.
~ The consistency is very thick and rich, almost like a body butter.
~ The smell is slightly floral, but not overly so. I would say there really isn't much of a scent at all, which could actually be a con for some people who like their hair to be strongly scented after a shower.

Cons:
~ The hefty price tag. Once this runs out, I'll probably wait a while before repurchasing. This type of product is more of a luxury and so it's not something I would continuously buy over and over. I just wanted to treat myself!
~The trial size I previously got in the travel kit came in a tube, which I actually prefer. The tub can get cumbersome in the shower because water can get into it while I'm applying the mask to my hair. It's just a matter of preference though. I know a lot of people like tubs instead of bottles.

My recommendation if you are interested is to go to Ulta or Sephora and look into their travel size kits. It's a much better way to try a product before spending some extra money. The travel kits were about 12-15 dollars I believe.

  Any more questions? Feel free to ask if I've left something out!