Sara Elise

My Current Makeup Routine

All the beauty posts coming out this week!💄 Here is a blog post I have put together that includes my current beauty picks. Below you will find my holy grail products I have discovered over the past couple of years and then I divided up the post based amongst face, eyes and lips so that there is a flow to the post that you can follow along with.

Face

Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation (shade: 270N, medium with neutral beige undertones)- I love this foundation for everyday wear, it doesn’t oxidize over time and it stays in place for as long as I need it to throughout the day. If I am going to meet up with friends, have dinner out or go on a date night throughout the week, this is exactly what I reach for.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Longwear Foundation (shade 7: medium skin with neutral undertones)- I tried this product when the last sale was happening and I really liked it. I kept wearing it over the weekends and I found that this is one of the best full coverage foundations I’ve tried. The finish is flawlessly matte but doesn’t ever finish cakey. This is what I wear to weddings, photoshoots, and any event that I need my makeup to picture beautifully but not feel heavy on my face.

IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ (shade: neutral tan, light brown shade with neutral undertones)- This CC cream is very buildable and I love it because of the good coverage it provides. I wear this everyday for work and I used to wear it in the office when I would work in-person. I also always use this cream to the pool, to the beach, or any outdoor events specifically during the summer because of the amazing SPF coverage. In the depth of winter, I transition to the shade of neutral medium.

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer (shade: ginger, medium with warm undertones and a golden tone)- This concealer is the only concealer I use hands down. It doesn’t settle into my fine lines and it actually conceals redness and my dark circles under my eyes. When I first tried it, I got the mini-size and it lasted such a long time. Ever since then, I’ve repurchasing a full size bottle and I won’t use anything else.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Contour Wand (shade: medium/dark)- I bought this product after seeing it going viral on TikTok like I’m sure many of you have seen. It’s still sold out in most places but if you do get the restock notification, I highly recommend this. It is a super blendable and beginner-friendly liquid contour.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Matte Bronzer (shade: tan, medium deep bronze)- I love this bronzer, its so smooth and I always set my contour above with this lovely shade. It doesn’t look dirty on my face rather just slightly bronzey and glowy through the finish.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder (shade: 2 medium)- This finishing powder is the only powder I use under my eyes because it truly has a flawless finish to it. It sets my under-eye and on top of my lid perfectly. I like that it has a subtle brightening effect as well for my dark circles under my eye.

Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush (shade: happy, dewy cool pink)- This blush is absolutely stunning. The formula, the colour, and the pigment are top tier. I thought this colour might’ve been too bright for me however just a dab on my cheek is all I needed, and blending it out made it look like I had just naturally blushing cheeks. I liked wearing it in the summer because of the naturalness of it but I also am liking it during the colder months because of how nourishing it feels on my face.

NARS Blush (shade: dolce vita, dusty rose)- If I don’t use a liquid blush, I like to reach for this one as a very subtle flush of colour on my cheeks. This particular shade works well for my skin tone but any of the shades are from a great formula.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray– This is the best setting spray I have used thus far. I spray about 3-4 times all over my face at the very end of my makeup routine. The way I know this works is that whenever I have to wear my mask, the foundation doesn’t come off into my reusable mask for quite awhile. It hydrates my face but also keeps the makeup in place, the absolute best!

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder (shade: Translucent, perfect for very fair to medium skintones)- This powder is very useful especially when I want to bake certain areas of my face for special occasions. Additionally, it leaves a beautiful veil over the face when I want to set my face to preserve long wear.

Eyes

Charlotte Tilbury Instant Eyeshadow Palette (Pillow Talk Collection)- This palette has four different sets of looks with three different shades in each. I really like how CT separates her eyeshadow palettes because it gives the user direction on where to use them and what to use them for each occasion. There is a holiday collection that comes out every year and I use last year’s quite a bit as well.

Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Liner (shade: black)- I really like to use this eyeliner for looks when I need more of a “put together” look. If I’m going out to dinner or have an even that day, this is exactly the eyeliner I use. It shows up bold and black with a very easy application.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil (shade: bourbon, glimmering dark brown)- This eyeliner is a beautiful brown with slight shimmer in it which I love to use on an everyday look. I line my top lid and smudge it with with a brush so it creates a soft glow look. I also wear this liner without eyeshadow if I just want a subtle outline to make my eyes shine a bit more.

Lancome Cils Booster XL Super-Enhancing Mascara Primer– The absolute best eyelash primer that has ever graced this planet. No, I don’t say this lightly either. Every sale, I buy in bulk because I just can never run out of it. I have three in my restock drawer already. The trick is to let it sit for about 30 seconds so it gets a bit tacky and then apply the mascara of your choice for a beautiful wispy and full effect.

Gucci Mascara L’Obscur (shaded: eve black)- I fell in love with this mascara this past spring sale and I haven’t looked back. I think for a designer brand, it is a reasonable price especially now during the sale. It is a great everyday mascara that lengthens the lashes and gives a beautiful rich and flattering look to the eyes. Plus the packaging is dead set a winner to me.

Sephora Collection 12 hour Contour Pencil Eyeliner (shade: 54 coconut)- If you are looking for a subtle way to awaken tired eyes, then this eyeliner is great for your bottom waterline. It is a beautiful skin colour nude that instantly brightens your eyes and makes them look more naturally awake.

Lips

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip Secrets Set (shade: pillow talk , nude pink)- Not only is this set a great value set from the sale, it has everything I need for a beautiful pinky nude lip look. It includes the liner which I use first, then I use the lipstick and to top it off you can use either the lip gloss or the collagen lip bath. I usually go for the lip gloss since it’s more sparkly but the collagen lip bath works well for a more full look. I use this lip set every week and I have also gifted it away. The colour is universally flattering which is a major plus.

Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Liner (shade: iconic nude, nude)- I like this particular shade of the liner because it is a true nude and not only is soft on the lips but I find it is slightly hydrating and doesn’t dry out on the lips. I like to use this with various lipsticks because of how easily it blends and lines.

Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipstick 2 (shade: glowing jen, soft rose)- Can you tell I like CT products? This lipstick was actually the first Charlotte product I bought and instantly fell in love with the brand and formula. Its a gorgeous rosey colour that matches lips with many blushes to give that uniformed look. This particular shade is inspired by Jennifer Aniston, whom I love, so I definitely wanted to be able to use it daily. If want a bit more colour on my lips when I’m not wearing Pillow Talk, I reach for Glowing Jen. Another reason why I love the Hot Lips lipstick line from CT is that the packaging of the bullet is made to be reused and you can easily get the refill of the colour of the lipstick to reload into the same bullet to decrease waste.

As you can tell, I tried to be as thorough as I could be when it came to my makeup routine. I included both my everyday items and full glam makeup items as well so that this could be a comprehensive list to go along with my makeup tutorial on my instagram.💓 I hope you find this type of blog post helpful and I would love to know if any of these products you also like to use or if you need additional details regarding any of them. The Sephora Holiday Sale is a great time to restock daily-use products or splurge on big ticket items you have had your eye on. If you missed my blog post about the 2021 Sephora Holiday Sale, click here to read it. Thanks for reading along with my blog posts!

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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Always In Need Of A Flannel- Shop My Outfit

Hello, my beautiful friends! I hope your week is off to a great start. One of my favourite things to do is to put together different outfits that could be used for multiple occasions. Today, I knew I wanted to be wrapped up in my cozy flannel but also was looking to elevate the look slightly with some statement shoes. Even though my white boots are a neutral shoe, I think the stark contrast between the black leggings and the white boots makes it more of a statement. Can you believe all of the beautiful fall leaves too?🍁 I just had to get the red leaves in the picture because they deserve to be shown off. I have listed out all of my outfit details in this blog post so you can shop and find inspo as well. Huge BONUS: Each individual piece is under $100 right now!

BP Boyfriend Plaid Button-Up Shirt (XS, $49)- I bought this flannel during the Nsale this summer and it was one of the best purchases I made because it is a great basic that I was able to add to my wardrobe. I love the neutral colours of the plaid shirt because it can be used for so many different types of outfits. I can wear this flannel like I did in my pictures for a casual look or I could sport it up with an unbuttoned shirt, black crop top/sports bra, leggings, and athleisure sneakers.

Gymshark Leggings (S, $50)- I’m a little bummed that my exact leggings are no longer being sold but I did look through the selection and I believe the ones I linked are the most similar to mine. I wear a size small in all Gymshark leggings and even though they are athletic wear, I love to dress them with casual outfits (and to motivate me to do a quick workout later too). They are very flattering and suck you in, no matter what.

Marc Fisher LTD Padmia Chelsea Boot (Size 5, orig $199- sale :$99)- I cannot believe that my new pair of Chelsea boots are 50% off! This is the lowest I have seen them marked. I recently purchased this pair of boots during the Nsale because I was looking for a pair of comfortable Chelsea boots but ones that would actually pop. These were it. They fit true to size on me and I like to wear thick socks to secure my footing. This pair comes in three different colour combos and I cannot recommend them enough- Marc Fishers are always winners in my book.

As mentioned above, all my individual outfit pieces are under $100 which is an amazing deal. I am so excited to be able to share this casual fall outfit look with you guys because it is something you can wear any day of the week and will definitely be a comfortable fit. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions about the pieces in this post or if you need any fall outfit inspo. More blog posts like this to come…Have a great day! 🤍

XOXO

–Sara💋

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My Purchases- 2021 Sephora Holiday Sale

Shopping for makeup products makes me feel like a million bucks 🙂

Hello again, my friends! I wanted to follow up with a blog post since I recently shared on my stories what I picked up during the sale.💄 As a reminder, it is currently open to Rouge members, then it will open up to VIB on 11/9 and finally to all Insiders on 11/11. The sale will end 11/15 so if you have been looking around and browsing the website, now is a great time to purchase anything that you will need a restock on or if there is a gift you want to pick up for someone on your list, it’s a great opportunity to do so. Similar to my previous Sephora Sale blog post, I have divided this post into different sections such as Makeup, Skincare, and Hair (I didn’t think I really needed any fragrance this time around). If a product is a restock for me, I will put a double asterisk ** next to the product name.

Makeup:

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation (shade: 6, medium olive)

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer **(shade: ginger, medium with warm undertones and a golden tone)

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray Duo**

HUDA BEAUTY Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder (shade: banana bread, light, medium, tan skin tones. golden undertones brighten and disguise under-eye darkness)

ILIA Fullest Volumizing Mascara (shade: classic black)

Skincare:

Sunday Riley Go To Bed With Me Complete Anti-Aging Night Routine ** restock of specifically Luna sleeping night oil

Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Healing Dots **

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Magic Kit

Hair:

Drybar Hold Me Hair Clips

I may or may not need to place a second order soon because some of the items I had on my list were not able to be picked up in store. If I do make another order, I will be sure to tack it on to this post so everything is all in one place. I hope this is helpful for you, please let me know if there is anything else I can do to be a resource for you if you’re shopping the sale.

**Updated 11/15: Online Part 2 Purchases

XOXO

–Sara💋

Sephora Holiday Savings Event 2021- What You Need to Know

Using my Dia de los Muertos makeup look from this week as the cover since this is the most amount of makeup I’ve worn all year

Wow, I can’t believe it’s already the start of the holiday season! For those beauty-lovers out there, we all know it means that the Sephora Holiday Savings Event is now happening!💄 This is my first time covering the Holiday Sephora sale, as I have only been able to write about the spring sale so I am very excited to be sharing the best details with you. I usually don’t buy anything at Sephora throughout the year because I wait until the two times a year that the sales happen. The only exception to that is if I’m desperate and am completely out of a product or if I am purchasing an item as a gift for someone, like for a birthday or a special occasion.🎄 Anyways, the point is that this is basically the time to stock up on all time favourites that you know you will be using into the new year. If you have your eye on anything that is a bit more of a splurge, the sale event is always a good time to purchase and try which is exactly what I like to do. So let’s get into it…

The Basics:

For those of you who have been following along with me since the beginning of my blog, this is the same spiel with all of the basic info that anyone needs to know in order to shop the event. First, you must have an account with Sephora. If you don’t have an account with Sephora, you can sign up for free here. If you are Rouge status, you will be able to shop first with early access with 20% off from November 5-15. If you are VIB status, you can start shopping with 15% off from November 9-15. If you are an Insider, you will be able to shop with 10% off from November 11-15. Make sure to use the code YAYHOLIDAY when you are checking out to receive your holiday savings! All these discounts are multi-use and can be used in-store of course, as well.

I have split this post into several sections so it is easier to plan your shopping strategy (and yes I take this sale that seriously). The sections include makeup, skincare, hair care, and fragrances. I will also do a recap of what I purchased in the spring sale (still this year’s purchases) to give some context. Within each category, I have listed products that I have on my wishlist and want to buy during the sale. I will double asterisk (**) any product that is a restock to me meaning that I’ve already used it and is a favourite of mine to repurchase. If at any time, you need a more comprehensive review of a particular product or have additional questions, please reach out to me ~ I’m happy to help!

Recap of my Spring Sale purchases:

Read more from my previous blog post: Shop My Sephora Order- Details Enclosed

Daily Makeup Favs:

I made this graphic to show all of the products I currently use on a daily basis. They are all from Sephora and if I’m not restocking them at this current sale, it’s because I already have a backup in my makeup closet.

Makeup:

Armani Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation, $64. Planning on going in-store to get colour-matched for this one.

Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer**, $30. Restock- shade ginger, this is the only concealer I use.

Gucci Poudre De Beaute Eclat Soleil Bronzing Powder, $62. Planning on ordering shade 3- medium.

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray Duo**, $29 Restock- great value set, 2 for the price of 1. I can have one for travel and one for everyday use.

Charlotte Tilbury Smokey Eyes are Forever Instant Eyeshadow Palette, $75. I bought last year’s Bejeweled holiday eyeshadow palette and I still use it all the time so I think I will really like this one as well.

Givenchy Prisme Libre Loose Powder, $58. I have heard glowing reviews about this product so I want to order colour 4 for medium skintones.

Set for Perfection Translucent Loose Setting Powder & Puff Set,** $39. I did get last year’s version of the kit and I like it but I’m going back and forth over if I want to restock this one or try the new one above. Great value on this kit either way though.

Skincare:

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Magic Kit, $49. I have been on the hunt for a good toner so I’m hoping this kit will help me with both a toner and other items that could be beneficial as well.

Paula’s Choice Expert Exfoliation Duo,** $51. Restock of the 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant however the chemical peel is new to me and I’m hoping it will help with my textured skin.

Sunday Riley All About Acne Breakout + Blackhead Set, $95. I have been hardcore struggling with my skin for the past two months so I’m hoping this set will help with my recent acne breakouts and blackheads.

Sunday Riley Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil,** $55. Restock- this was my first ever retinol product and it was the perfect beginner product. I will def be repurchasing with the sale.

Necessaire The Body Ritual, $40. I have used the exfoliator and have really liked it so far so I am interested in the rest of their product line.

INC.redible Party Recharge Hydrating Hyaluronic Under Eye Masks, $20. I have been wanting to try these since the last sale but haven’t actually every bought them. Now is my time!

Hair Products/Tools:

IGK So Fresh, So Clean First Class Dry Shampoo Set,** $29. Restock- This is hands down, my favourite dry shampoo I have tried. It is heavy duty but doesn’t leave your hair gritty or with a white cast.

Drybar Hold Me Hair Clips, $19. I am planning on using these to hold my curls when I curl my hair with my wand. I have been loving my most recent Drybar purchases, so I’m hoping for the best.

Drybar Hot Toddy Heat Protectant Mist,** $29. Restock- I use this every time before I use heat on my head while styling. I need another since I have already ran out.

Amika Perk Up Talc-Free Dry Shampoo, $25. While I have my holy grail dry shampoo, I want to have a second dry shampoo to interchange between during the week.

L’Oreal Limited Edition Barbie x Steampod Flat Iron & Styler, $250. I have had my eye on the steampod since last holiday sale however I didn’t buy it at the time. Now that its in a Barbie pink version, it has officially caught my eye again.

Drybar Texas Tease Teasing Brush, $18. Everyone needs a good teasing brush, therefore I’m willing to give this one a shot to add to my collection.

Fragrance:

Sephora Favorites Bestsellers Perfume Sampler Set, $68. These value sets are some of the best deals that happen during the sales. You get to try out all of the scents in sample sizes but then you also receive a voucher for a free full size perfume from the set which is a great deal.

Sephora Favorites Holiday Cologne Sampler Set, $68. The exact same spiel above applies to the cologne set. If there is a guy in your life that is hard to shop for like a boyfriend, husband, even a brother or a father, this would make a great gift.

I know I just threw a lot of information at you but I wanted to make sure that you had as much information available to you right when the sale opens, no matter which tier you shop in. I am also always available to answer any questions you might have or share my thoughts/experiences with certain products. This is such an exciting time of the year because the holidays are quickly surfacing and all I can think about are the items I want to gift to my loved ones. I will definitely be back soon with another Sephora sale update. Happy shopping! 🛍

Thanks for reading along and supporting my blog! 🤍

XOXO

–Sara💋

Fall Try On Haul- Featuring Pink Lily Boutique

A picture taken of me last week at a local pumpkin patch… fun fact the skirt I’m wearing is last year’s season of Pink Lily

On the blog today, I am featuring some beautiful pieces from Pink Lily Boutique that I have recently ordered from their fall collections. I have been playing around with some colour combos and have enjoyed styling different outfits together for different events I have coming up and for some fall inspiration for you guys!🍁 A little background first, Pink Lily is definitely not just a random boutique to me. I know there are a lot of boutiques out there nowadays but back when I first found them in 2017, Pink Lily was one of the first I really found what I was looking for in an online shopping experience. They had very clean pictures, abundant sizing information, and quick shipping. All of those things still stand true about the brand to this day with some great enhancements they have implemented as they have grown over the past few years. I remember back in college, I wanted a dress that I could wear in the summer to my internship and a pink romper that I could wear out to one of my sorority functions. I found both at Pink Lily and instantly fell in love with their products, and their company, shortly after I received the package. For the past 3 years, I have been a loyal and enthusiastic customer of theirs (I laugh at myself thinking about how much of my closet is from them now).

I also chose October as the month to share with you my favourite boutique because they have a philanthropy that is very near and dear to my heart. I used to fundraise for Breast Cancer Education and Awareness with my sorority all throughout college and in fact, Pink Lily donates to the The Pink Fund for the same awareness.💓🎗 As this month is Breast Cancer Awareness month, I couldn’t think of a better boutique to shop with. I have linked to their website here where you can read further about their philanthropy. I knew of this back when I first started shopping online with them and it just solidifies that their mission and values align very closely to mine.

Skip ahead to this year, not much has changed other than my desire to share my great finds with you guys here on my blog! A lot of the pieces you have seen in pictures in blog posts before have actually been from the same place so now I can share some of my more recent finds. I have a full try-on up on my stories right now and will most likely make a highlight out of it so that it can have a semi-permanent spot on my profile. I have 5 outfit looks I am going to share with you in this post, including sizing, pricing, and ideas on where to wear that outfit. I’ve been toying around with the idea of taking one or two pieces of the haul and dressing them in 3 different ways/styles so let me know if that is something you’re interested in seeing.

For reference: I am 5’0 feet tall, 125 pounds, and a size 4 in jeans. I predominantly wear smalls in most clothing pieces.

Top: Spend the Night Cream Chenille Cable Knit Sweater – size small fits true to size (TTS), $48. This top comes in one other colour to choose from but I am usually drawn to this cream colour during this time of the year. It goes with everything! I love anything chenille, it just feels like butter on your body. As a bonus, this top also has a hood on the back and is slightly cropped in the front. It can also be worn off the shoulder if you would like.

Bottom: Goodnight Kiss Brown Plaid A-Line Skirt– size small fits tts, $44. This skirt is very flattering and I think can be paired with many different tops. I find that the A-line cut is very forgiving on a figure as well. You could wear a bodysuit, a crop top or a sweater like how I paired it. Even though it’s plaid, it is definitely not itchy at all either.

Details: I would wear this outfit to church on a Sunday, brunch with the girls on a Saturday, or to a family event that I would need to attend.

Top: Sundown Awaits Knit Green Cardigan– size small and fits a bit oversized. If you want a more fitted look, size down but I wanted the oversized cardigan look so I stuck with my true size small, $46. This is a very chunky and oversized sweater cardigan but that’s one of the main reasons why I love it. During the cold months, I just want to bundle up in something cozy, and this delivers exactly what I want. There are three other colours that are available in this cardigan but I fell in love with this rich emerald green that is perfect for the upcoming holidays. Since you can also wear this as a top instead of an open cardigan, this is a great piece to get multiple uses out of.

Details: I think this outfit is quite versatile. I work from home but if I was going into the office on a casual Friday, I would absolutely wear this outfit (with the exception of the holes in the jeans). Especially if you get cold in your office like how I used to. I definitely think that it’s a casual outfit that can be worn any day of the week and can be dressed up or down based on the occasion.

Top: Autumn’s First Kiss Peplum Black Sweater– size small and fits true to size, $46. This beautiful peplum top couldn’t be more flattering. I absolutely fell in love with this top on the site and as soon as I tried it on, I was so relieved that it fit just like how I imagined it. I think the black looks so chic and effortlessly stylish which is what I always am looking for. Never forget, an all-black outfit will never fail you.

Details: I love this outfit for a girls night out on the town! If you want to grab drinks or even some dinner and cocktails with the girls, this is the outfit I would reach for in my closet.

Top: By The Firelight Magenta Fringe Sweater– size small and fits tts, $48. Currently sold out in this colour but if you add it to your wishlist, you will be able to monitor when it comes back in stock. It’s very comfy fitting and the fringe definitely makes it a bit extra, but in a great way. It also has small slits on either side which makes it easy to tuck into jeans or a skirt easily without cutting your hips in an odd angle.

Bottom: Diva Moment Black Leather Skirt– size small and fits tts, $46. If you are taller than 5’3″, I would size up one just for length. I really like where the slit is on this skirt as well since it is very flattering on the figure. I have a bit thicker of thighs so with a slit, it doesn’t look like I’m stuffing two sausages into my skirt lol. A leather skirt is a staple to have in my closet, and I finally got it with this one!

Details: This outfit screams girls trip to me! If I have a trip to Nashville or Las Vegas, I would 100% bring this whole outfit along. The fringe, the leather, and the pop of colour… it’s meant for a night out on the town. If you don’t have a trip planned anytime soon, this also would be great for a night out with the girlfriends or even a date night look to a concert or a dining experience.

Top: By the Firelight Ivory Fringe Sweater– size small and fits tts, $48. Cream colour is completely in stock. It’s very comfy fitting and the fringe definitely makes it a bit extra, but in a great way. It also has small slits on either side which makes it easy to tuck into jeans or a skirt easily without cutting your hips in an odd angle.

Bottom: You Inspire My Heart Rust Plaid Skirt – size small and fits tts, $42. If you are in between sizes, size up as the material of the skirt has very little stretch. This skirt was the first item I had my eye on when the boutique released their fall collections. It just looks like a pumpkin in a skirt and gives me all of the fall vibez I’m looking for during the season. It’s very comfortable and not itchy.

Details: So I would say this outfit is one of my most trendy of the group because of how big the western boot trend is this fall. If you want to read more about the fall fashion trends of 2021, click here and read my previous blog post. With the fringe sweater, plaid skirt, and western boots, I think this outfit would be great for a pumpkin patch or a fall festival in your local area. I would also wear this to a winery or a cidery during the fall because I think it gives the perfect amount of dressed up look with fitting into the season.

That wraps up all 5 looks I have put together from Pink Lily Boutique for this blog post. I hope you found this blog post helpful while navigating your fall fashion sense! If you found a piece that you absolutely fall in love with, reach out to me directly and I’d be happy to pass along my link for $10 off your first purchase! 🛍I must caution you though, you might fall in love with this boutique way more than you anticipated once you receive your first package. As you can see, I love styling outfits and pairing different pieces together…. it truly brings me joy. So I am so happy that I am able to share all of this with you on this platform.

Thanks for reading along!! I appreciate your support, if you’ve read till the end lol.🤍

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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Fall 2021 Fashion Trends

Happy fall y’all!🍂 I can’t believe we have already entered into a new season of autumn. If I’m being completely honest with you, summer is my favourite season however if we are talking fashion season, my favourite is definitely the fall. Fall fashion is clearly unmatched in my eyes and it brings me so much excitement to forecast and analyze the fall fashion trends that debut every year.🧥 There are so many fashion trends that I’m loving this season and I wanted to compile them into one blog post for you guys so that it’s in one place. Even though I’ll be detailing the big trends, this isn’t quite all of them. For example, plaid, chunky boots and thick knit sweaters are a given that will be showing up however they came back every fall so I wanted to focus on the others that are more specific to the year. Specifically with the 2021 trends, we have seen a huge blast to the past to the 60’s, 90’s and even early 2000’s fashion which I deny calling ~vintage~. So let’s dive right into the trends that you will be seeing everywhere this fall… 🧡🤎

Below, I have posted my Pinterest board where I have added some of my inspiration as well as where I will continue to add throughout the season so be sure to pin and follow!

Oversized Blazers

Scroll through Pinterest board for inspo here! As you can tell, there aren’t specific styles or colours that are part of this trend, just the fact that it’s an oversized blazer is #trending. I’ve seen retailers showcase a selection of solid colours, fun patterns such as houndstooth or plaid, and leather blazers to add to an outfit. I think this trend is so popular this year because it can truly be appreciated by many different people even if they have differing fashion tastes. You can truly dress a blazer up for a work outfit or down for a casual day out depending on the print you decide to go with. I’m still hunting for a blazer that I want for the season but I’m leaning towards either classic oversized boyfriend black one or a houndstooth one.

Tweed Sets/Separates

More Pinterest board scrolling for inspo! While tweed arguably makes a “comeback” every fall, I have seen it particularly popular this year with its various patterns and colours. My favourite I have seen so far is the pink and white tweed jacket. There are also a lot of neutral tweed designs that are on trend this season which is a draw-in for many. I also have noticed that tweed separates are just as popular as a set this year when paired with great basics. For example, if there is a tweed cropped jacket that you would like but not sure how to style an outfit with it, it would be great to pair with a leather skirt or pants to bring contrast to the outfit. I just ordered a few skirts in a few different colours so they can work both for fall and winter.

Sweater Vests/Dresses

Okay unless you’ve been living under a rock in fashion world, you will definitely have seen this coming on my trends report. Most major retailers have included sweater vests and dresses in their fall and winter lineup as it is one of the soaring trends for the seasons. I was just mentioning to my friend the other day that while the preppy girl look is coming back into style this year, it just gives me awful flashbacks to dressing in my private school uniform growing up haha. Despite that though, now we can play with fun colours and patterns so I’m looking forward to styling a few outfits for the sweater dresses I’ve snagged so far.

Western Boots

I’m so excited for the western boots trend!! At first I was confused as to why there were so many cowboy boots being pictured on social media and then I realized that they were coming “back” into style. However, in Sara’s world, cowboy boots have never gone OUT of style. Not only do I wear them every year, I genuinely look for different designs for various outfits from year to year. I guess you can’t take my Texas roots out of me on this one. The one bold difference this season when it comes to western boots are that white/cream boots are the showstoppers. They are sold out on many sites currently and/or more on the expensive side. While I do think that the white boot trend will fade out after this year, I will continue to wear and style my boots long past the trendy season. My advice: if you are going to invest in boots, then invest in a pair that you truly like and are handcrafted. They will stand the test of time and they will last you for many years to come… even until the NEXT time the western boot trend comes back.

Teddy/Sherpa Accessories

Since I was able to hunt down individual items for this category, I will link them all so that you can easily find them. From left to right: Birkenstock Shearling Slide Sandal, Marc Jacobs Teddy Camera Bag, Women’s Teddy High Top Sneakers.

Personally, I’m super on board with this trend as I love all things fluffy… yes, just like Agnes from Despicable Me. I originally wasn’t sure how I felt about the teddy shearling all over a shoe since that can lead to your feet overheating but I do like the look of it particularly if it’s focused on the outside as an eye-catcher. A teddy purse? Gimme! The Marc Jacobs line of teddy bags this season are gorgeous and I have been contemplating on taking the plunge for a couple of weeks now… should i do it??

As you can see from the picture above, I am all smiles about the change of the seasons. Even though I’ve been gradually adding pieces to my wardrobe for the fall, it’s been hard to commit to fully transitioning clothes because of the crazy high temperatures recently. Most of September and some of October has been 80 degree weather which I don’t reach for my cozy sweaters during. I think it might get a little chilly towards the middle of the month but for now I’m sticking to shorts/tops/skirts that have more muted colours to go with the season. I’m interested to know which fall trend you are most looking forward to or which is your favourite from this post. Let me know in the comments below. Happy fall fashion to all👢👜

Thanks for reading along🤍

XOXO

–Sara💋

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Travel Guide: Outer Banks, NC

Hi friends, welcome to my very first travel guide! I have been wanting to put together a travel guide for awhile now but obviously given the state of the world last year *cue sighs*, it had to wait. Funny enough, if I had started my blog all those years ago (when I told myself I wanted to), I could’ve been writing travel guides for various international countries that I traveled to in college. However, since I don’t have those written, feel free to reach out to me if you’re thinking of visiting the United Kingdom or Europe, and I can jog my memory to give my best recommendations. Moving right along to the travel guide that you have in front of you, throughout this post you will be taken to the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks (OBX) in North Carolina.🏖

Even though I live in Virginia and have lived here on and off for years, this was my first time to the Outer Banks. This fact is quite surprising since many of my friends and acquaintances in the area usually take time in the summer to spend in the banks. Finally, I can say that I have made my way to OBX with my family for a wonderfully relaxing week. Plus, the Outer Banks is getting even more publicity these days with the new Netflix series. I haven’t seen it yet, but I’ve heard through the grapevine that it’s a pretty decent show. Given that we were able to fully enjoy our time being there, I wanted to round up all of the information in one blog post for you guys if you ever find yourself headed that way. I have separated the blog post into several sections: Food/Drinks, Activities, Outfits, and Location.

Location:

There are many beaches that make up the Outer Banks so I know I was confused when I first learned where we were going. Kitty Hawk, Corolla, Nags Head, Duck and Kill Devil Hills are some of the most popular beaches to name a few.🌊 We stayed in Kill Devil Hills at a beach house right down the block from the Avalon Fishing Pier. We ended up parking at the pier everyday we were there at the beach because we could drive over all of our beach equipment, there was quick access to restrooms, and there was a full service bar. There was a daily parking fee associated with being at the pier but it was well worth it especially since we spent the majority of the day there at the beach. Kill Devil Hills was a very friendly and welcoming area. It was very family-oriented and kept pretty clean. While we mostly stayed in Kill Devil, we also ventured to the other areas for different activities and restaurants and by my first impression, it seemed like it was the most quiet of all the beaches.

Food/Drinks:

One of the perks of renting a beach house for the week was that there was an operating kitchen with all of the appliances needed to cook a couple of meals here and there and keep all of our veggies/fruits cold and fresh. Oh and the best part? There was a PUBLIX right down the road from the beach house which I was super excited about since we don’t have those here in Virginia and I only had been to them in Florida. However, idk how it works in your family but in ours, when we are on holiday, the last thing we all want to do is be on the hook to cook for all the meals. So of course, we did our fair share of dining out and I will list the places below so that you can have some places to reference.

Miller’s Seafood and Steakhouse (Kill Devil Hills)- We visited the restaurant right as we entered into the beach town on our first evening. It surely had something on the menu for everyone, and their hush puppies were amazing!

Mako’s (Kill Devil Hills)- Pizza is always a must while you’re at the beach however, when you are gluten-sensitive like I am, the regular pizza shops don’t always work. I was able to enjoy a GF personal pizza and a lovely caesar salad here. 🍕

Booty Treats (Nags Head)- Booty Treats was hands down my favourite place that we ate at while we were at the beach! So good, that we went two days consecutively. The huge draw to this place was the dairy-free options that were available, also very hard to find at the beach. My mom, my sister and I stood in line for about 20 minutes each night (don’t worry this is normal during peak season) and waited patiently for our orders. They were definitely worth the wait! Both nights I got the oatmilk chocolate chunk ice cream with various toppings on the two days. You HAVE to try this place! 🍦

Sun Fish Grill (Corolla)- Unfortunately when we went to this restaurant, they had just opened back up so had a very limited menu but they had great salads and fries… which is all I need for dinner anyway. This restaurant is for sure the beach bar type, if that’s what you’re looking for.

Duck Donuts (various locations)- Of course, the donut shop that was started in the OBX is a must-have. I highly recommend ordering your donuts before 8:30am if you go in person as the line is usually out the door. They also have online ordering available which is very useful if you are planning on getting donuts for large groups. My favourite are the blueberry and maple bacon donut. Gotta make sure you make a pit stop here before you leave the beach. 🍩

~Honourable Mention

Stack’em High Pancakes & So Forth- No GF options here so unfortunately I was not able to go but my parents went after I left a little early and they said it was great. A local fav, make sure to get there early in the morning to avoid long lines and long waiting times. They are famous for their fluffy pancake stacks and the various topping options. Once I get back on the regular pancake train, I can’t wait to go back and try them, I’ve only heard great things. 🥞

Activities:

I know what you’re thinking, you’re at the beach… that’s the activity. Well yes it is, but I always try to find different activities to do in the evening after a long beach day as well. Now when I go to the beach, I’m definitely one of those people who says “beach at 10am AT 10am and we don’t leave until we have to”. I love being at the beach, having the sun shine on my face and hearing the waves while I’m engulfed in a good book. That’s why for the week, I felt like I was in complete bliss. Since we were there over the July 4th weekend as well, we were able to watch the beach fireworks show from our house. 🎆 Along the pier, the workers advised that firework shows happen often which was great to know.

Jockey’s Ridge State Park (Nags Head)- This place was a recommendation to me from one of my friends who I ran into at the beach. Shoutout Rita thanks for recommending this place as it was one of the highlights of the trip. This park was only 20 minutes away from our beach house and was an amazing gem of the area. There were beautiful sand ridges that you could even see the ocean off into the distance. While I was there, it felt like I was back in the Sahara desert, a place I haven’t had a chance to return to in over 10 years. Pro tip: bring sandals that you can take off while trudging through the sand ridges and a mini scarf or blanket to be able to lay on the sand. We went at sunset and it was beautiful, couldn’t recommend enough.

Lost Treasure Mini Golf (Kill Devil Hills)- On one of the last nights we were at the beach, we wanted to do an activity that would be fun for the whole family. So mini golf it was! ⛳️There were a good amount of people where we had to wait in line to enter but the line moved quickly and we were excited that it didn’t take too long to start the course. I crushed all my family members 😇

Shopping- Now shopping is definitely not exclusive to a beach vacation but it is always fun looking through the beach storefronts. If you’re into the tie-dye trend, the beach is definitely the place to stock up on pieces. I walked away with tie-dyed pants, a cozy fleece sweatshirt, and some random souvenirs.

Outfits:

There aren’t many outfit tips for me to give on this particular trip as most of my suitcase was filled with swimsuits lol as would be expected on a beach trip. I was there for 5 days so I bought 6 different swimsuit sets, one for every day there and an extra for good measure. Given that the weekend I was there was for 4th of July, I also made sure to pack a couple of red, white, and blue outfit options to rotate through. Lots of crop tops, tank tops, mom shorts, and sundresses were stacked full in my suitcase. However, for the first time in as long as I can remember, I packed less pairs of shoes than the number of days I was traveling for. Thats right my friends, I only brought 4 pairs of shoes for a 6 day trip. I would also like to add to this section that even though at the beach, there tends to be “less clothing” on or not as many full outfits, I always like to accessorize. Everything from scarfs to sunglasses to jewelry. Accessories can amp up any outfit even one as plain as jean shorts and a T-shirt so don’t be afraid to mix and match accessory styles. Here are a few pics below to give show you some beach style and style inspiration for your upcoming trips.

All in all, I had a wonderful time in the Outer Banks! I know many of my friends have already been but in the off chance that you are reading this and haven’t been, I do recommend checking out at least one of the beaches here! If you will be able to make it down to North Carolina over this long weekend, I hope you can use this travel guide blog post to help plan your trip a bit. Please let me know if you end up trying out any of these, happy (safe and responsible) traveling!

Thanks for reading along, as always!

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021

A very raw pic of myself picking up my Nordstrom order

Hi everyone, welcome back to another blog post! Trust me the wait is worth it for this one, it is 💛NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE TIME!💛 Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know:

The Basics:

This is it, the time has finally come, it is time for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale aka NSale! This sale is seriously like Christmas in July 🎄. When my boyfriend asked me last year when the sale started, what the big deal was? I answered, this sale is like the Super Bowl of sales.🏈 It is, personally, the sale of the year. Okay for those of you who think that I’m being ~dramatic~ thats fine, but let me explain to you why this is the sale of all sales…

When most people (including myself) hear the words sales, the first thought is whatever season you are in is about to end. Usually most sales are supposed to get rid of the clothes on the shelf in order to make room for the next season of clothes. What sets the NSale apart is that the items that are included are the new fall/winter clothes of that year being put on sale before they are even able to be shopped. Once the sale ends, those pieces will all go back to full price and will be *currently in season. This is basically unheard of, except for when it comes to Nordstrom. 🛍

Let’s get down to the nitty gritty now. The NSale has several tiers that it opens up in. It begins with early access on July 12th with subsequent phases of cardholder statuses. The sale then opens up to the public on July 28th (tomorrow!) where anyone and everyone can take advantage of the sale prices for the upcoming seasons. All Nordstrom credit card holders automatically get early access. The following schedule is how the 2021 NSale is operating and when every tiered status can begin shopping:

Icon status: July 12, 2021

Ambassador status: July 14, 2021

Influencer status: July 16, 2021

NSale opens up to the public on July 28, 2021

The sale will be in-store during open hours and will begin online at 12am PST/3am EST. I also wanted to mention that you can easily make a wishlist if you sign up/in to your Nordstrom account, PRO TIP. This is so helpful when shopping so that you are fully aware of what you are looking for and tracking for restocks. Some of the items I have included in this blog post are currently sold out however, if it is on your wishlist, you will be notified when it is restocked in the size/colour you wanted. Be sure to keep an eye out for restocks and new items they sometimes throw into the sale when it opens to the public.

Restocked Purchases From Last Year:

Steve Madden Chain Mule: This mule is currently an upgraded version of the Steve Madden mule from last year! I got the turquoise croc leather last year with a smaller chain. I like to pick different colours in these mules so that I bring a bit of diversity into my shoe collection. This year my eyes are set on the pink and navy tweed. The tan and brown versions are easily the most popular and versatile for the fall though. I sized up 1/2 a size last year to accommodate for the very pointed toe. This year I am going to try on my true size 5 and see how they feel since I tried the 5.5 and they were too big on me.

Spanx Faux Leather Leggings: Last year, I bought my first pair of Spanx leggings and omg I don’t know how I waited so long! They go with everything and can really elevate any look in the colder months. I also love that they include petite sizes in the sale. I have them in a petite small and they fit perfectly.

Moonlight Short Pajamas: I bought these as a matching set for me and my mom last year. They are so soft and comfortable that I ordered both of us another set this year. I have the black set and I got her the navy set. I wear a small in these.

Blank NYC Faux Leather Moto Jacket: The NSale is a great time to look at jackets. This is when the largest discount will be applied before the fall starts. Last year’s version had a faux fur detachable piece to it but this year the black moto jacket is much more classic and an awesome piece to snag. I ordered a small last year.

Steve Madden Bootie: This bootie is similar to the ones I bought last year with just minor differences. However the block heel is the same and the deep ankle cuts are so flattering on the leg! It definitley elongates the leg and it’s very easy to throw on a pair of no-show socks for comfort. I sized up 1/2 a size last year to accommodate for socks. This year I am going to try on my true size 5 and see how they feel.

Shoes:

These are the shoes that I currently have on my wishlist. Wish I could say that I wasn’t planning on buying all of them and trying them on but then I’d be lying.🤪 If you couldn’t tell, the shoes get me every year without fail. TTS=true to size

Steve Madden Finn Chain Pointed Toe Mule: Fits TTS, size 5. NSALE: $59.90, after sale: $89.95

UGG Genuine Shearling Slipper: Fits TTS, size 5. NSALE: $69.90, after sale: $100

Steve Madden Cedar Chain Bootie: Sized up 1/2 to 5.5 to accommodate for socks and the pointed toe. NSALE: $99.90, after sale $149.95

Steve Madden Tava Over the Knee Boot: Ordering TTS, size 5. NSALE: $89.90, after sale: $134.95

Adidas Swift Run X Sneaker: Usually size down 1/2 in Adidas but for this shoe, size 5. NSALE: $56.90, after sale: $85

Marc Fisher LTD Gadri Pointed Toe Bootie: OrderingTTS, size 5. NSALE: $99.90, after sale: $189

Karl Lagerfeld Paris Pola Studded Chelsea Boot: Ordering TTS, size 5. NSALE: $127, after sale: $189

Vince Camuto Afelia Knee High Boot: Ordering TTS, size 5. NSALE: $149.90, after sale: $240

Marc Fisher LTD Nairy Lace-Up Bootie: Ordering TTS, size 5. NSALE: $149.90, after sale: $249

Marc Fisher LTD Padmia Chelsea Boot: Ordering TTS, size 5. NSALE: $99.90, after sale: $189

Home:

These are the items that I think are the best value within the sale.

Serene House Nova Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser– NSALE: $35.90, after sale: $44.99

Jo Malone London Candle Set– NSALE: $98, $140 value

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket– NSALE: $97.90, after sale: $147

Barefoot Dreams In The Wild Throw Blanket– NSALE: $119.90, after sale: $180

Barefoot Dreams In The Wild Round Leopard Print Pillow– NSALE: $51.90, after sale: $78

GIR Ultimate Sprinkles 3-Piece Baking Set– NSALE: $35

Nordstrom at Home Round Marble & Acacia Wood Serving Board– NSALE: $49.90, after sale: $59

Beauty:

These are the items that I think are the best value within the sale. I currently use the Charlotte Tilbury set, Elemis balm, Laura Mercier powder, and the first edition of the Hollie Woodward X Sigma brushes and they have all become staples in my routine.

Sigma Beauty Hollie Woodward On The Glow Set– NSALE: $50, $80 value

Chloe Eau de Parfum Set– $101.50, $167 value

Dior Lip Glow & Care Set– $70, $100 value

Riki Loves Riki Skinny Lighted Mirror– NSALE: $130, after sale: $200

Elemis Jumbo Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm– NSALE: $70, $122 value

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Beauty Set– NSALE: $135, $203 value

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder– NSALE: $49, $78 value

Necessaire Body Wash & Body Lotion Set- NSALE: $35, $50 value

I hope you’re as excited as I am for the NSale! While I know that all of this information can be overwhelming, I truly look forward to this sale every year. Part of the reason why is because I grew up shopping at Nordstrom and the NSale with my mom all the time. I remember the beautiful racks of shoes, coats, and the fun Nordstrom cafe we would stop for a kids hot chocolate during our shopping trips. Part of shopping the NSale is nostalgia but it is also because I love to look and try on the new fashions trends. While summer is indeed my favourite season, nothing ever comes close to fall fashion! If there is anything in particular you have your eye on during the sale, let me know! Additionally, if there are further questions about logistics, feel free to message me or you can find additional Nordstrom information here.

Happy Shopping- tell me what is in your cart this year! Thanks for following along with me on the blog 🤍

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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Father’s Day Gift Guides

Hello and Happy Tuesday, friends! Work has definitely been picking up and getting busier for me so I haven’t had a lot of down time after work to write as many posts. Please be assured, my posts may slow at times but they won’t be stopping anytime soon. I can’t believe that June is already rocking and rolling. This Sunday, June 20th is already Father’s Day! I know personally, I’ve always looked up to my dad and have admired all that he’s done in his life. Most of all, he has always done what was best for my sister and I, couldn’t have been blessed with a more amazing dad.💙

I wanted to put together a few gift guides on ideas for Father’s Day. I made several different versions so that there is something for all dads out there. As a reminder, these gifts would be great for any other paternal figure in your life such as grandfather, step dads, godfathers, new fathers, etc. I also wanted to mention, which I also talked briefly on my instagram, that I know Father’s Day can also be a difficult day for some and if that applies to you, you will be on my heart that day.🤍

Pictures of me and my dad! We don’t have many but I was able to find some over most recent years. From left to right, London New Years Eve 2017, Paris June 2017, Normandy July 2018.

** Make sure to check all shipping options to get in time**

Grill Master Edition

Beer Me Bottle Opener, sale $31.99 and regular $64

J.A. Henckles Zwilling TWIN Gourmet Steak Knives (8-piece riveted set), sale $62.99 and regular $89.99

Dual Grill Brush, $22

Hell’s Kitchen 16″ Cast Iron Grill, $74.99

BK Black Steel 12″ BBQ Fry Pan, $79.99

Boozy Sauce Collection , $49.95

Urban Accents Father’s Day Artisanal Summer BBQ Gift Set, $65.99

Grilling Accessories BBQ Grill Tool Set in Stainless Steel, $34.98

Golf Pro

A History of Golf Collection, $25-$40

Good Man Brand Match Point Tipped Slub Short Sleeve Polo, $98

Nike Men’s Cotten Cre Socks 6-pack, $15

PGA Tour Men’s Moisture-Wicking Stretch Cargo Golf Shorts, sale $38.99 and regular $65

PGA Tour Solar Block Sleeves, sale $13.99 and regular $24

Collapsible Chipping Net, $34.99

I’d Rather Be Golfing Socks, $10.95

Emoji Golf Balls, $22.99

#1 Dad

Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette Spray, $80

Oblio Wireless Charger & UV Cleaner, $79.90

Oslo Sound Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $29.94

Deluxe Hot Sauce Kit, $49.95

Star Wars Death Star Popcorn Maker, $49.99

Outdoor Beanbag Game, $79.99

500 Chip Poker Game Set, $74.99

I hope these gift guides are helpful while you are shopping for Father’s Day. If you end up getting any of these gift suggestions, let me know- I’d love to hear about what you think about the gift guides. I hope that you all have a special day with your dads if you are lucky enough to live close enough to see them. Thank you for reading along and supporting!

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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Top 5 Picks for Summer Sandals- Currently Trending

Anyone who truly knows me, knows that shoes are the way to my heart. Shoes can do no wrong and they make my heart happy. All types of shoes too, I’m not picky, sandals, wedges, sneakers, heels, slippers, boots, I like them all. I bought all of these shoes in the spring for the upcoming summer which has been fun getting them in slowly so I can try them on and see what outfits I want to wear them with. Now that I’ve worn each sandal at least once, these are for sure the shoes I will be wearing on repeat this summer. I tried to get a variety of designs and styles to accommodate different outfits and jewelry. I wanted to round them all up in a blog post for you guys to have one place to come to for reference. ☀️

Brielle Pink, $79.95

If my personality was a shoe, it would be this one. I found these online and instantly fell in love with them, I just couldn’t resist. As y’all know, I usually have to have some type of pink on me whether its nail polish, a piece of clothing or an accessory. Surprisingly, I don’t have that many pink pairs of shoes so I thought the Brielle sandals would be a great summer edition.

Chrishelle Black Multi, $59.95

I gravitate towards more neutral and lighter-coloured sandals for the summer but when I saw this bold pairing of gold bulleted studs on the black jelly sandal, I was instantly sucked in. Since I don’t have anything like it, I instantly felt like I could justify adding these to my cart lol. I have worn them a few times since I received them and they are perfect to add a bit of a statement to my all black outfit ensembles that I tend to lean towards in a dressing panic.

Travel Clear, $69.95

**Size 5.5**, Fits TTS (I should’ve gotten a 5)

Even though this pair of sandals were last season, I bought them this year after seeing them on sale. With quarantine, I didn’t have much of a reason to buy them back then but now, I saw my opening and took it. I will say they fit very true to size but unfortunately bought a size 5.5 just never returned for a true size 5. Don’t fall into my same lazy mistake lol. I really like the clear trend because it elongates my legs and for a 5″ foot person, that is music to my ears. The studs and bullets on this sandal are great for my more edgy and trendier looks.

Skyler Clear, $79.95

This style, Skyler, is basically this year’s version of the Travel style I just talked about above. However, there are a few differences that made me want to pick them up to add to my wardrobe. First off, the square-toe detail is very trendy right now so I like that they added it to this one. Additionally, the diamond bedazzling on the outline of the shoe is hard to see from the website picture but, stunning in person! Finally, the clear strap doesn’t wrap around the ankle so this is a perfect slip on and slip off type of shoe that elevates any look for the summer. These go with anything and everything, highly recommend!

Reanna Slide Sandal (Macaroon Leather), $120

**Size 5**, Fits TTS however a little snug on wider feet

These are even more beautiful in person and the perfect shade of universal nude. I remember seeing them right when they were first released from Marc Fisher and I just kept looking back at them. I waited until I could find them on sale and then I snagged them. Again, the squared-toe trend is big this season and then when you add in the braid on top, this shoe is arguably the IT shoe of the season. Even though I love wearing these, I would not recommend wearing them for long periods of time for a long distance since they have minimal padding. I usually wear them for a dinner out or a date night.

I know it sounds ridiculous but I legitimately have a shoe budget. Yes, you read that right. I make sure to pencil into my budget an amount for shoes every month because I love them that much. If that means I skimp in other things, then I skimp. I know what I value and what I’d rather spend money on and most of the time, its shoes lol. I usually buy about 3-4 pairs a season depending on if I really am into the trends or if I have an occasion that I want to wear a particular style of shoe. As seen above, I found some great summer additions to add to my closet. All serve a different purpose and if you told me to pick a favourite, i don’t even know if I’d be able to since I simply love all of them. 👡

If you end up trying any of these sandals, please let me know! I’d love to hear your thoughts or if there are other sandals that you’ve found for the summer season. If you would like to submit any blog idea topics to me, please feel free to! Always want to cater to my readers for content, especially in my favourite season, summer. Thank you for reading along!

XOXO

–Sara 💋

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