Happy Monday! We are back to regular scheduled blog posts this week. We took a little break last week while we were gone for our birthday, and it was much needed. We are feeling so refreshed now! We packed this fuchsia jumpsuit on our trip, and got so many compliments on it.
Since we are so petite (5’1″), we had been looking for a jumpsuit that would fit petites well, and not just look like we are swallowed up in it. We ended up loving this one from Express so much that we ordered it in several colors. We went with a size 0 petite in this one, and it fits perfectly!
Some of our tips for wearing a jumpsuit when you’re petite are:
CHOOSE A CROPPED LENGTH
Especially if you’re petite, a cropped length is just what you need! It wont make you look like you’re swimming in your pants. This one hits right above your ankle, so it hits the perfect spot, and if you’re taller than us, it would be a little shorter. This length is perfect because it makes you look so much taller!
FIND PETITE SIZING
Just like we mentioned above, petite sizing is your best bet because you won’t have to worry about hemming or fixing anything, so that is why we love petite sizing at Express.
OPT FOR A FITTED WAIST
A fitted waist will make you look slimmer and will create a waistline, so you don’t look like you’re swallowed in it. This one also has a sweetheart neckline, so it is even more flattering.
GO FOR SOLIDS
A solid color like this one, keeps it classy, without looking like you’re a walking trend. Also, it allows you dress it up or down since it is so simple!
We love shopping at Express because they have so many great petite options. All of their pieces are so affordable and are really great, versatile buys! This one is a great jumpsuit, but they also have so many other options like these below:
It is our 28th birthday, so we wanted to share 28 things we have learned over the past year, some thing we already learned, and some new! We also wanted to take this time to thank all of you for your support and love, we love all you!
TAKE DAYS OFF: we know this seems obvious, but for us, taking time off is so hard, but we have really been focusing on taking time for ourselves and unplugging, which we are actually doing this week!
FOCUS ON THE POSITIVES: can be so hard at times, but no matter what, you have really learn to focus on what is going right, rather than wrong, and what the silver lining is in every situation. For us, talking it out with other people helps us see this, or journaling.
THINGS WON’T GO YOUR WAY, AND THAT IS OK: know that this will happen, and you have to embrace the path you’re on and have been given.
VALUE TRUE FRIENDSHIPS; ELIMINATE THE TOXIC: we have really learned this the past few years. We have never been people that need millions of friends, and always value quality over quantity. Being around people that are toxic, and bring you down will make you feel more alone than you do on your own. Surround yourself with people that bring you up.
SAY “NO” TO MORE: you just can’t do it all, even though we tell ourselves we can 😉
EMBRACE WHAT YOU HAVE AND ARE PHYSICALLY: you may not always love the way you look, but it is all about mindset.
NEVER SAY “NEVER”: really, do not do this, hah! We have said this about so many things, but the reality is, you just never know. Always be open to things, even if you think there’s no chance.
A PLANT BASED DIET DOES WONDERS: we had been so NOT open to this, but this year eating mostly plant based has made us feel incredible. We feel so much lighter, healthier, and love eating this way!
HAVING A COMMUNITY IS AMAZING: we are so fortunate to have so many of you who support us on a daily basis. It really means so much!
BE WHO YOU ARE, AND STICK UP FOR YOURSELF: trying to be someone else will do you no favors. Be who you want to be, and if you don’t know, discover yourself. If you don’t stick up for what you deserve and know your worthiness, nobody else will.
HIGH INTENSITY vs LOWER INTENSITY: this year we switched up our workouts and started doing lower intensity workouts, and honestly, feel so much better. We feel like our cortisol is lower, and we just feel calmer. We really feel like you need to listen to your body, and see what it is craving.
MEDITATION IS SO IMPORTANT: however you like to meditate, whether it is using an app, just having quiet time, journaling, is so important. It gives you clarity and time to calm your mind.
READ MORE BEFORE BED: we both typically are on our phones or watching tv before bed, but we have been trying to read more, and find that it really does help with anxiety, especially before bed.
SET A MORNING ROUTINE: we have been better about this this year. We usually have our whole process with our celery juice and supplements, and now, we will get up, without checking instagram, go on a walk (sans phone), rebound, and then check our phones!
STOP COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS: we all know this never gets you anywhere!
DON’T OVER-PLAN; EMBRACE THE UNKNOWN: we struggle with this so much, but it is good to not plan every detail, and just let things happen.
IT IS NOT ALWAYS PERSONAL OR ABOUT YOU: just know that whatever someone says or does, is not personal. It is most likely something they are dealing with or struggling with.
BE VULNERABLE: this is something that is scary, but important to do to grow and be your best self. Yes, you may get hurt or feel embarrassed, but in the end, it is all worth it!
TRUST YOUR GUT: it is always right!
SEE A THERAPIST OR TALK TO PEOPLE YOU CAN TRULY TRUST: there is nothing better than talking it out and getting out your emotions. If you don’t feel comfortable doing this, you can always journal.
PUT YOURSELF OUT THERE: it is not always fun, but it is ALWAYS worth it. Whether it is for work, friendships, or relationships.
DON’T EXPECT; BE REALISTIC: setting expectations will result in disappointment. You really have to be realistic in what you expect from others. Expect the unexpected.
YOUR HEALTH IS KEY: always take care of yourself. Without it, you have nothing.
STOP COMPLAINING: we are both so guilty of this, but once we really became conscious of it, we realized how much we do this, especially with just each other.
REJECTION AND FAILURE ARE AN OPPORTUNITY: it sucks going through it, but it is always an opportunity for growth and other doors. There are better things ahead, and know that it all happens for a reason.
PUT OUT YOUR WISHES INTO THE UNIVERSE: it sounds so silly, but you really have to put your thoughts and wishes out into the universe. Whether it is just in your mind or in a journal, the more you think it and believe it, the more it will happen.
THE GRASS ISN’T ALWAYS GREENER: we all know this, but really, focus on what you have. Once you see what else people have, you will want yours. Be grateful for what you have.
NOBODY HAS IT ALL FIGURED OUT: really, nobody does at all. Despite what social media makes it appear.
Hope you all have a great week! We are taking off the next two days for the first time ever. Happy birthday to you June babies! Xo
Everybody wants that glowy skin anytime of year, but especially for summer! Nobody wants to wear a ton of thick makeup when it is so hot out, we don’t at least. You all know that skincare is a HUGE part of our beauty routine, and we are always trying out new products and sharing the ones we really like using with you all.
We wanted to share some tips with you all on achieving that glowy, dewy skin we all want!
DRINK A TON OF WATER
Everyone knows this, but you really have to stay hydrated! You will find us drinking water all day long, whether it is hot water with lemon, filtered water, infused water, or a hot tea, we are always drinking! We don’t have a set amount, but we just advocate for always drinking water whenever you can. We recommend at least one gallon of water a day.
GET ENOUGH SLEEP
We struggle with this honestly, but we are working on it! We feel our best when we get 7-8 hours of good sleep a night!
EAT CLEAN AND GREEN
You all know we are the queens of our fruits and vegetables. This is the key to clear and glowing skin! We recommend eating as many greens and fruits as you can, and keeping your plates as colorful as possible! Green juices are also great!
HAVE A MORNING AND NIGHT SKIN ROUTINE:
We always, always wash our face morning and night. It is part of our every day routine. We recommend using a good cleanser, toner, moisturizer, and sunscreen at a minimum.
We have been using Kiehl’s Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash for a few weeks now and LOVE it! We actually got the smaller size initially to try it out, and just ordered it in the bigger 16oz size since we liked it so much.
It has a creamy gel consistency, and when it reacts with water, it becomes a foamy texture that really gets rid of dirts and oils. What we love about this one is that it doesn’t strip your skin of its moisture, but it does leave it feeling super clean and fresh! This one is also sulfate free, which we are all about.
After cleansing, we use a toner. Kiehl’s Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner is alcohol free which is usually really drying, and in a lot of typical toners. This one is very soothing because it is infused with Calendula flower petals and burdock root!
To use this one you just apply some of the solution to a cotton pad and apply over skin.
This one is super moisturizing and leaves your skin so dewy and glowy! It also has Calendula Flower Extract, so it helps to even your overall skin tone and boosts radiance. What is so neat about this moisturizer is that it has a serum infused in it, so it also helps with early signs of aging (which we can all benefit from!).
APPLY VITAMIN C
In the last year, we have been on top of our Vitamin C game. We take a supplement, but we also have been applying it on our skin, too.
This Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate is a great Vitamin C serum. It also has Hyaluronic Acid and L-Ascorbic Acid, so it helps with reducing wrinkles, fine lines, AND getting that glow.
We like to apply this after our moisturizer or before our foundation, if we are wearing any!
USE FACE OILS
To get even more glowy looking skin, we love using facial oils. Kiehl’s Daily Reviving Concentrate has a blend of natural oils, including ginger root and sunflower to help keep you looking fresh and dewy! This one is paraben and mineral oil free.
This great line of Kiehl’s products can be found at Bloomingdale’s. They have so many great products to keep your skin feeling fresh and radiant all summer long. Nobody wants dull, dry skin! They offer free shipping with Shoprunner, which we LOVE using!
Happy Monday! We are FINALLY sharing an updated summer makeup routine with some new products we have been loving to achieve a glowy, and bronzy look for summer!
Some of these products are ones we have been using for a long time, and some are newer, but since we have been getting so many messages and requests for an updated makeup routine, we thought it would be a great time to share!
All of these products are from one of our favorite (and a lot of other people’s favorites, too!) makeup and skincare brand, Charlotte Tilbury. They have the best products to achieve that glowy, and summer skin vibe!
One of our top picks is this Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in “Pillowtalk”. It is the perfect neutral color for summer, and it is hydrating. What we love about this color is that it makes your lips look fuller and wider and it leaves your lips looking matte, but in a gorgeous way!
Next up, is this Hollywood Flawless Filter. We have the “5 Tan” color, and love that it can be used as a primer, foundation, or highlighter. You can also just wear it by itself for a dewy glow.
We love using it as a highlighter most of the time. For this, we just dot it along the top of our nose, cheekbones, cupid’s bow, and center of our foreheads. We also love that this one is paraben, fragrance, and alcohol free.
If you don’t already own this Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder it is a MUST. We have been using this one for a while, and our mom uses it, too. We have the “2 Medium” color for reference. This powder is super fine, so it leaves your skin looking flawless, but also breathable. It also has rose wax and almond oil to moisturize your face.
To apply, we use it on our t-zone, and on top of our foundation and concealer to make our makeup last so long!
On top, this Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo is the perfect duo to define and highlight your features! One side has the sculpt bronzer that helps to define your lower cheek, jawline, and sides of the nose. The other side has the Highlight to illuminate the top of the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, and cupid’s bow. Super easy to use!
For blush, this Charlotte Tilbury Pillowtalk Cheek To Chic Blush is an easy one to use and flattering on any skin tone! It is a two-step application that helps to buff skin and also leaves you looking luminous!
To use it, you will swish the brush around the darker shade and tap off the excess powder. Apply the brush along the cheekbone from the apple of your cheek across your face. After that, take the pointed part of your brush, dip it in the lighter, center color, and tap off excess powder again. Apply this to the apple of your cheeks for a pop, and blend together!
All of these summer ready makeup and beauty products are from Nordstrom. We shop for ALL of our beauty and makeup products there because they have the best products, and the best experts to help you find what product you’re missing in your routine.
Seriously would be lost without them;) Also, if you haven’t used their in-store pickup option, you are missing out! We use it far more than we’d like to admit!
Father’s day is only one week away! Don’t worry, though, we have you covered, and major plus: some of them are on prime, so you can get them in just two days!
We are getting ready for a trip next week with our family, so we thought it was the perfect opportunity to share our travel essentials. So many of these are packing and traveling game changers! We are going to get into each of these and why we love them so much!
We just got some, and these are a game changer for packing! They help organize all your stuff, and they fit perfectly in your suitcase and keep it all organized.
