Soft Pink Pleats

Wearing //

Wayf dress via Nordstrom

Vince Camuto pumps

Halogen via Nordstrom bag

Express earrings

Various delicate rings, similar here 

Beauty //

Essie nails in "Bump up the Pumps"

After turning 30 last year, I realized that I enjoy celebrating other friends' birthdays much more. There is less pressure to be "on", and I can just sit back and shower others with attention. Sort of the way I felt about my wedding, or being in a wedding. I'm not someone who does well with several eyes on me, which is ironic considering I have a blog on the internet for the whole world to see. Thank goodness this is a small blog, otherwise I'd probably close up shop. Anyway, back to turning 30. It was my best friend's 30th on Saturday, and I had the best time in San Diego with her close family and friends. I chose this ultra feminine dress to wear that night because I wanted to feel comfortable yet still polished. I can't even tell you how many times someone commented that I looked like a "cute, 1950's housewife". I took it as a compliment although it was a strange thing to hear. Does that imply I look like a stepford wife? I'm still trying to figure it out, but either way, I'm going to wear the heck out of this dress!

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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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