At Home: Coffee Table Books

In the beginning of August, a friend asked me what book I was currently reading. I was embarrassed to say that I wasn't currently reading any books (leave me suggestions in the comments!), but I had a love for coffee table books. It all started with two books, Sisters and Daughters, that have sat on the coffee table in my parent's living room for as long as I can remember, and over the past few years I've been building up my own collection for a future coffee table, for now they just sit on my desk. All of my recommendations are either one's I already own and treasure, or are currently on my wish-list!

Cupcakes and Cashmere by Emily Schuman // It: Alexa Chung by Alexa Chung // 100 Years of Fashion by Cally Blackman // The Fashion Insider's Guide: New York by Carole Sabas // Very Classy by Derek Blasberg

Brand Spotlight: Band Of Outsiders

Slouchy Cuffed Pants // Cropped Sleeve Shirt with Contrast Pocket // Degrade Leopard Maxi Dress // Peak Lapel Cape // Silk & Lace Sleeveless Jumpsuit

Founded by former agent to the stars Scott Sternberg in 2004 as a menswear line, Band of Outsiders takes a modern and rebellious take on classic preppy pieces which can easily be transitioned from day to night for men and women. Their womenswear line, Boy. by Band of Outsiders launched in 2007 taking much inspiration from the menswear line, followed by Girl. by Band of Outsiders in 2010 which offered more feminine options at a slightly lower price point. In 2013, Sternberg merged the womenswear and menswear lines into the namesake brand name Band of Outsiders.

Back to Boston 2014

I've only been back to school for a few days but I'm already back in my old routine at school. I can't imagine going anywhere else but Emerson College and being anywhere but Boston, and I'm SO happy that I made the decision to go to school here. It's crazy that two years ago I was stressing over college applications and now my friends and I are thinking of what apartment we should live in next year (eek!) and my sister is starting her senior year of high school and the college application process.

My schedule this year is going to be crazy, I'm taking 3 journalism classes, and one "gen ed" class (even though gen ed classes at Emerson are awesome like my Burlesque class last semester and my Plagues & Pandemics class this semester) and only have classes 2 days a week, leaving plenty of time for working at my new job, working on my 3 extra-curriculars, having a social life, and of course working on the blog. I've also decided to declare a Marketing Minor, and I'll begin taking those classes next semester.

If you ever have any questions about college, Emerson or otherwise, don't hesitate to reach out to me, I love helping people with the college process!

Beauty Sales Week of September 7th

Gilt:

• Beauty Best Sellers Under $50 (Sale begins 9pm ET 9/7)
• Makeup Artists' Must-Haves (Sale begins Noon ET 9/10)

HauteLook:

• Argan Magic Oil, Dermatologic Cosmetic Laboratories, Smile Sciences (Sales begin 8am PT 9/7)
• #ManiMonday: Ciate, AHAVA Skincare, Gorgeous Cosmetics (Sales begin 8am PT 9/8)
• Brilliance New York Skincare, Eyeko London (Sales begin 8am PT 9/9)
• Oriental Fall Fragrances, Ready to Wear Cosmetics, Rodial Skincare (Sales begin 8am PT 9/10)
• Basq, Eva NYC (Sales begin 8am PT 9/11)
• CoTZ The Healthier Sunscreen, miracle 10 Extraordinary Skincare, theBalm Cosmetics (Sales begins 8am PT 9/12)
• Aviva Hair Revitalizer, BH Cosmetics, Dead Sea Spa Care (Sales begin 8am PT 9/13)

MYHABIT:

• CHI Hair Tools (Sale begins 9am PT 9/7)
• Pamper Yourself: Face & Body Care (Sale begins 9am PT 9/9)
• Designer Fragrances: Italian Edition (Sale begins 9am PT 9/10)
• Sensational Scents: Fragrance, Skincare & More (Sale begins 9am PT 9/11)

Rue La La:

• butter LONDON (Sale begins 11am ET 9/8)
• Hair Tools & Extensions by HairArt (Sale begins 11am ET 9/11)
• Fall Beauty Must-Haves Featuring Estee Lauder (Sale begins 11am ET 9/13)

Quote du Jour: Joan Rivers

I've had so much plastic surgery, when I die they will donate my body to Tupperware.

I don't exercise. If God had wanted me to bend over, he would have put diamonds on the floor.

I must admit I am nervous about getting Alzheimer's. Once it hits, I might tell my best joke and never know it. 

Outfit: Made In America Festival

Forever 21 Kimono // H&M Tank Top // BDG Shorts // Free People Bralette // Kelsi Dagger Bag // Alex & Ani Bangles // Assorted Bracelets

I had originally bought a two-day pass for the concert back when the pre-sale happened, but when I realized I would have to drive 3 hours Sunday to Connecticut and another 3 hours Monday morning to Boston, I sold my Sunday ticket and just went Saturday. Plus Saturday had a much better line-up (in my opinion) so it all worked out in the end.

These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things: August 2014

Wonderwall by Oasis // Suave Dry Shampoo // MAC Well Dressed Blush // Soap & Glory Hand Food Hand Cream // AHAVA Purifying Mud Mask // Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Brightener // BluePrintJuice Coffee Cashew Cinnamon Vanilla

Wonderwall by Oasis: For some reason, I've been listening to this song quite a lot lately, probably because I'm missing my birthright family and this was a song we all sang around the campfire on our last night together. Sounds cheesy, but it was one of my favorite moments of the trip. 

Suave Dry Shampoo: This smells pretty nice and does a great job of giving my hair a little added texture while also absorbing extra oil.

MAC Well Dressed Blush: I recently cleared out a good bit of my makeup collection (even though its storage has remained the same) in an effort to only keep products I actually plan on using. 

Soap & Glory Hand Food Hand Cream: Seriously one of the best smelling and most hydrating hand creams I've tried, this is a must have bedside because I apply it before I head out the door in the morning and before I go to bed at night. 

AHAVA Purifying Mud Mask: While this definitely doesn't feel like the Dead Sea mud (which is much more gritty and burned my skin on application), I really like this mask! It goes on smooth and leaves my skin feeling great afterward.

Revlon 'Cherish' Kissable Balm Stain: I've shared this as a favorite in the past, but I recently started wearing it more often and I definitely want to pick up some more colors. 

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Brightener: I like this a lot better than it's concealer counterpart, it does a much better job of brightening (obviously) and concealing under the eye. 

BluePrintJuice Coffee Cashew Cinnamon Vanilla: While this is pricy, it's worth it! One bottle keeps me full throughout the morning and gives me a much needed boost of energy. 

What a summer I've had, it's definitely been a long four months at home in Philadelphia. The most exciting thing that happened this month was for sure the birth of my cousin Erin's third child, I'm so excited and I can't wait to meet my little love Harper soon. Another highlight was going to the Made in America Festival during my last weekend at home before moving into my dorm to start my sophomore year at Emerson today!