...friday beat

{Moth's Wings - Passion Pit from Hairy Feet Productions on Vimeo.}

...lunch time

today was a work from home day - which really means lunch date day with one of my favorite pals joanna. we went to cippolina - they make a rockin tortilla de papa. oh spain, how i miss thee!

...friday beat

a lovely summer mix - via poppy and leo

HAVE AN EXTRA HAPPY WEEKEND!

...beauty basics

i officially have the benefit buzz. finding the right facial regimen has been an ongoing nighmare for me, but i think i found my match in benefit's skin care line. they smell absolutely amazing, do wonders for my skin and the cute whimsical bottles are totally swoon worthy!

{1} refined finish facial polish - the scrub contains natural clay & seaweed extract rich in minerals, nutrients & sugars. the formula is a pearlish white cream with tiny exfoliating grains that i like to leave on anwhere from 10-30 minutes. my skin feels silky smooth and smells amazing when i wash it off! 

i use three times a week. $22

{2} total moisture facial cream - this works amazingly as a nighttime moisturizer to rejuvenate the skin. it will be perfect in the cooler, drier months when my skin needs the extra moisture. 

i use when skin feels too dry. $38

{3} triple performing facial emulsion - this is a light, oil-free moisturiser with tri-radiance complex (hydrating.) added benefit (no pun intended!) it is SPF 15 PA++. this is an ABSOLUTE must have!

i use once a day. $28

{4} foamingly clean facial wash - this stuff is amazing! believe me, i have tried more face washes than should be humanly possible and this one kicks all the others to the curb. the creamy pearlescent cleanser feels so smooth on the skin and does an amazing job of removing impurities. i have been using it for a little over a month and have seen dramatic changes in the color and smoothness of my skin.

i use twice daily. $21

...friday beat

{FEEL IT ALL AROUND from Northern Lights on Vimeo.}
it's been awhile since i gave you a friday beat, my apologies. ever since summer decided to show its face around here i have been a terrible blogger. every last second of my time seems to be consumed with friends, socializing, being outside and traveling (i know - poor me) but really, i do hope to get back to regular posting soon! in the meantime enjoy this beautiful song - and scene. don't you wish every summer day could look like this!

...day + night

the view from a friends west loop home - i love this city!

...comfort first

if you know me, you know what a glutton i am for comfy frocks like these. and those who live with me witness this first hand on a daily basis. i just love being comfortable when i'm lounging around the house- and during these hot summer days - it's especially vital that i have a stockpile of comfy/stylish mumus (as we call them around our place). these designers know what women want. thank you!

...weekend photo log

 

{1} relaxing poolside

{2} O staying cool in the shade

{3} breakfast goodies

{4} flea market/garage sale finds

{5} wedding celebrations

{6} morning cuddles with O

{7} cardboard boat regatta

{8} early morning jb

{9} watching my brother and sister race in the regatta

{10} amazing outdoor table my parents made from a fallen tree

...friday beat

it's FRIDAY, FRIDAY, FRIDAY! hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday weekend. happy birthday, AMERICA!
{Grizzly Bear - Two Weeks from Suspicious Sounds on Vimeo.}