Full Swing Spring

Wearing //

Joie via Nordstrom Rack Blouse, similar here but check stores! 

Topshop Skirt, similar here but I want this one

J.Crew Factory Sandals

Kate Spade bag, so cute for Summer!

Gorjana necklace via Rocksbox (get one month free with code beachfirenkxoxo)

Beauty //

Essie nails in Cascade Cool (fingers)

This white swingy skirt is still my favorite thing to wear. You guys have seen it a million times, but I always pull it out when I don't know what else to wear. Paired with my new silk blouse from Nordstrom Rack (and my first Joie piece), I think it really epitomizes the lighthearted feeling of Spring. I wore this to a send-off party. My friend is going back east to work, and he just got married. Poor guy. I hate goodbyes. I feel even worse for his new bride, who has to be without her love for a few months until he can settle back here permanently. I'm sure time will fly. Reassuring people is what I love to do best, and I know that just saying a few kind words here and there makes all the difference when someone is hurting. Given that it's been in the 90's all week, it already feels like August. So, humor helps too right? (Insert a winking emoji here).

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Currently Loving

These three beauty products are my favorites right now, but if I have to recommend just one for you to try, it's the Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels.

I used the eye gels before my friend's wedding and it definitely provided an immediate result. It didn't take my fine lines away, but it did de-puff, firm, and brighten my undereye area. Not to mention how incredibly relaxing they felt. They are essentially like stickers that you place under each eye for about ten minutes. One side has the gel that is nice and cooling. I will never be without them. They are perfect for a special event when you need an extra beauty boost, but they are also great for a self-care treat anytime.


I'm really into brights for my nails almost every Spring and Summer, but it's also nice to take a break from those and wear something a bit more subdued and elegant. Plus let's face it, nude polish is just so easy and fool-proof! I have quite a few options in my nail polish collection, but this one by O.P.I. is my current love. I wore it on my wedding day.


Three Summers ago, I purchased Summer Grace perfume by Philosophy and proceeded to quickly use it up. It is described as Summer in a bottle, and I have to agree. I think it has since been discontinued because I've looked everywhere for it, but I found it here. I again will use it all Summer long.



While browsing my giant pile of magazines I need to catch up on this weekend, I was stopped in my tracks by this image:

Hello Lover!

God I love J.Crew shoes. So well-done, and classic but with a modern twist. Precisely my style.

I got my second Rocksbox yesterday, though I think it had been sitting in my mailbox all weekend. Everything was to my liking though, and I can't wait to wear my pretty jewels. I'll be sure to do some outfit posts and show them off next week. It's time I get back to a regular blogging schedule and quit having so much fun (and a life). 

Remember, use code beachfirenkxoxo for your first month free! I hate sounding like a pushy salesperson, but I really do love this company's concept and the designers involved are wonderful. 

What are you loving lately in the style/beauty world? Anything I should know about?

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White Jeans

Wearing //

Express cami

Express cardigan, similar look here and here

LOFT jeans

Vince Camuto heels, old

Halogen Clutch (love)

Stella & Dot pendant

Beauty //

Essie nails in Flowerista

After seeing so many of my favorite ladies wearing their white jeans beautifully, I decided to give them a whirl. I've never worn them. I've adhered to the rule that if you're pear-shaped, you should stick to dark washed jeans for the ultimate flattering effect. So, I've religiously followed this for ages. I love jeans, but they can sometimes feel constricting and when worn in a bright shade of white, that can definitely add some extra fear of looking, well...not so svelte. Who wants lumps and bumps? Not I. However, in my quest to get over myself and my insecurities, I've decided to wear white jeans. They are the curvy skinny version from LOFT, and they are nice and roomy in the bum, hips, and thighs while still being form fitting in the waist and legs. I do wish they didn't bunch up so much at the ankles. I went up a size in hopes of curtailing that and they were too loose, so I went with my usual 28 petite. I love that white is such a trend right now. You can pair anything with it, and it's great for Spring and Summer.

Speaking of which, look at how dry the grass is?! This California drought is in high gear, and it's zapping the life out of all of our beautiful nature. I'm praying we get more rain soon. Fingers crossed.

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