For the past few weeks, I have been guest blogging over at Ali Ro’s My Life blog. We have teamed up to share head-to-toe looks coordinated to New York City neighborhoods. Ever wonder what lipstick the Upper East Side girl stashes in her bag or what a downtown girl can’t live without?
7 things I want right now:
Crisp white sleeveless button down ($24) —Great to wear over a maxi dress, with jeans, or as a beach coverup.
Dr. Jart+ BB Cream ($34) —The key to a 5 minute face. Just add bronzer, mascara, concealer, and lip balm.
Retro striped swimsuit by J.Crew ($98) —Best option for that family beach vacation.
Gold stackable rings ($96) —Perfectly understated, but Cleopatra-esque.
Snakeskin sunglasses case ($16) —Just the way I like my trendy items, inexpensive.
Chanel eyelash curler ($34) —For a little luxury in every day life.
Bright yellow wedges ($44) —Super summery color in a backyard-friendly wedge.
See what else is on my City Girl shopping radar on my Currently Obsessed page!
City Girl Logic: Where to skimp and splurge with beauty products? Here is a helpful guide.
Something to keep in mind when shopping for beauty products is the shelf life. Mascaras should be replaced every 3-6 months, and lip glosses should not be kept over 1 year. On the other hand, powder blush and eyeshadow can last up to 2 years. **Expert tip: if it smells strange, or the color is off, throw it away. No need to take a chance!
My philosophy is, spend the least amount of money on the items you replace most frequently— eyeliner, mascara, lipstick/ gloss— and spend the most money on the items you use over a longer period to ensure you get the best quality and payoff. I cannot stress enough how important it is to splurge on your skincare, foundation, concealer, and powders— especially if you have skin concerns of aging, acne, or sensitivity. If you skimp on everything else, you can try new beauty trends without breaking the bank.
Fashionable Films— A Series.
This month’s last entry of Fashionable Films ends with Inception— a mind boggling film about the layers of dreams and how realistic they can be. In the film, Leonardo DiCaprio plays Cobb, a thief who steals secrets through extracting information from high-level dreamers. Marion Cotillard plays Mal, Cobb’s tragically stunning wife who is locked in a layer of his dreams and haunts his every move.
Mal only appears in a few key scenes of this film, but her importance is eminent nonetheless. Her outfits mirror the character she plays in such a lucid way. Her first appearance is in a stunning beaded navy gown, like something from Chanel’s Spring 2012 Couture show.
I was so fixated on Mal’s whole look, I considered cutting off my beloved long locks! Instead, I opted for additions to my wardrobe that were very Mal— like a chiffon caftan instead of drawstring shorts to cover up at the beach, or this smart leather blazer instead of a ragged fleece.
Thank you to all of you who enjoyed this series! Fashionable films are one of the many sources that inspire me and my ever-evolving style. Have any other films to suggest? Feel free to email me at citygirlinme@gmail.com for a future series of Fashionable Films.
Mango Winter 2012 Catalogue by Lachlan Bailey
Emily Jackson of Ivory Lane
