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WEDDING GUEST DRESSES
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One of the top requests I receive from clients is help shopping for wedding guest dresses. Although the rule "you can't wear white to a wedding" is dated, it still stands true for most brides. Sidenote: we went to a wedding once where all the guests were in ivory and black and it looked AMAZING!!! I'm not opposed to a black dress for a wedding as long as there is texture. Also, lace and sheer accents are key!
So you can't wear black or ivory...what do you do? Personally I don't wear bright, solid colors and I always gravitate towards floral: one - it photographs well, and two - if you choose the right pattern they usually won't go out of style. I instantly fell in love with this one's soft ruffles and ethereal vibe. It can be worn both on and off the shoulder which is also a plus! Looking for personalized help finding the perfect outfit? Click here! OR scroll down to shop my picks for this Fall's wedding season at every price!
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MY BEAUTY ROUTINE
Hi there! Welcome to my first beauty post! Since starting THE GIRL LOOK BOOK I've received so many questions about my skincare routine. I'm a big fan of the "less is more" approach and I have to admit, it's pretty basic. BUT the key has always been natural ingredients. I've been using Tata Harper skincare for almost 8 years! She is sort of a pioneer in the organic skincare space. When I met her I was instantly inspired by her story - her step dad was diagnosed with Cancer and when she started to help him "detox" the products he was using, she realized there was nothing 100% natural/organic on the market. I love everything about her line especially the scents of her products, so natural and clean.
About two years ago a discovered JuiceBeauty at Whole Foods. I was looking for an affordable moisturizer to switch things up a bit and I fell in love! You can't beat the prices (my antioxidant moisturizer is $39) and I find it to be really effective during the dry winter months. SO when I heard that one of my favorite websites/brands GOOP was teaming up with Juice Beauty I was super psyched. I bought this discovery set and I'm only about three weeks in but I LOVE it! Especially the face oil!
- I first tried this face wash when I purchased a Theory x Lola box for International Women's day. It was filled with goodies and one of my favorites was this product. I use it every night (in the morning's I just splash water on my face and re-apply moisturizer). The smell is very clean!
- I have a thing for face oils....I used to think it was weird - how does applying oil to your face not make you break out? Now that I've been using them for years I'm addicted. I highly recommend this one and this one is my new favorite.
- The first skincare product I ever switched from mainstream to holistic was my deodorant. I once read an article linking aluminum containing antiperspirants to breast cancer and I immediately switched to an all natural deodorant. Disclaimer: The natural ones are NEVER going to work as well as the chemical ridden ones, BUT thats a trade I'm willing to make! This is my current favorite.
Check out this article, Clean Beauty - And Why It's Important and you'll be hooked just like I am!
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SKINCARE
FACE OIL
FACE WASH
FACE MASKS
DEODORANT
CREAMY DREAMY
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MY EVERYDAY LOOK
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Happy hump day friends! Hope your week is going well. It's been a warm one on the East Coast! We took the boys to the farm this weekend and had such a great time. There is nothing like being outdoors with animals on a beautiful summer day (and it doesn't hurt that they have the most amazing chocolate chip cookies in the cafe). I always leave Stone Barns feeling such a sense of fulfillment - can't explain it!
I LOVED creating this post. This outfit is me - everyday. I recently bought this field jacket to replace one that I've worn to death for the last 8 years. I love it because its light, washable, and looks great over everything from t-shirts to cashmere sweaters, even over a dress. Also army green is a color that is versatile and I think just works with every hair color/skin tone.
- My shorts in the pic are old but I found these and these which are similar. If you're not looking for a distressed ripped look, this pair is great.
- Sandals are also old SORRY (I promise I scoured the Internet to see if they were still around)!! But these are a great alternative.
- I found my handbag at one of my favorite online boutiques for previously owned luxury bags. Fashionphile is based in Beverly Hills and I use them all time for selling my client's gently used handbags.
- Fun Fact: I LOVE green tea. I stopped drinking coffee about 6 years ago for health reasons and turned to tea. I don't take any sugar (the grassier tasting the better) and jasmine green is my favorite!!
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THE FIELD JACKET
PRE FALL PICKS
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This week's LustList is all about Fall and this pretty wine color that I'm seeing everywhere. It was big last year too which means if you already have it in your wardrobe, bring it back out! I know I know its so hard to think about Fall when the sun is shining and you're hanging out at the beach and in the pool but its right around the corner.
- These booties are seriously my favorite. I've had them for 6 years and they never get old. They're great with a dress, jeans, skirts, EVERYTHING!
- I think I may have to get a variation of these sneakers They also come in a non suede version here which may be better for my lifestyle and kid friendly
- HOW pretty is this sweater?? I love that the material is casual for everyday but still feels feminine with the sleeve detail
- I just ordered this top to wear under all my thin cashmere open cardigans. How great is the price!!
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THE FASHION OF BREASTFEEDING
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Any nursing mom has been there. You're in a restaurant thinking, "Ahhh...I did it. The baby is sleeping, my toddler is coloring, I'm going to actually chew this bite of food, sip my wine, and enjoy this moment of peace." Then it happens...the baby starts whaling and you scramble for that bottle of milk you pumped. Within a second your husband reminds you the baby already finished that bottle and you need to whip it out in the restaurant (your breast that is). You look down at yourself and say "Oh no..I'm wearing a dress, a dress with no buttons. I can't tell you how many times I've had to leave a place to either go home, or hide in a car because I wasn't wearing the right "nursing" clothes. I don't mind nursing in public but pulling my dress over my head is where I draw the line!
So if you're a breastfeeding mom you know, getting the job done while still feeling pretty and fashionable can be tough. After many mishaps I thought to myself, 'why can't I do both"? I hope this post helps you accomplish that! I rounded up some of my favorites and as always I'm here to answer any of your questions. Fun Fact: This year world breastfeeding week is Tuesday, August 1st - Monday, August 7th
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SLEEP + LOUNGE WEAR
THE ONLY BRA YOU'LL NEED
EASY ACCESS TOPS (that you can still wear after nursing)
DRESSES
OFF THE BEACH
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