To The Girls Who Wear Makeup

"You are beautiful without makeup." 

 How many times have you heard another woman say this? Don't get me wrong, I get the intention behind that statement. It's meant to tell you that you can feel confident without wearing makeup. Yes, I can. However, I love wearing it. I love how I didn't realize how much I loved wearing makeup until I discovered and joined Younique. I love the creativity it brings to my day when I get to play with beautiful colors or decide what I am going to do in my next live video. I love how it makes me feel. Like I didn't have those painful years of acne, trying hundreds of products on my face to clear or cover it up the scars, but the products only made things worse. Somehow we've confused wearing makeup with wanting to hide who we are. A woman who wears makeup is NO less confident then the woman who doesn't. It's how she expresses herself, and I would venture to say, you are actually getting to see more of who she really is when she has her face done.

Makeup is NOT a mask.

Makeup is art.
Makeup is passion.
Makeup is expression.

And frankly, let me see you do a cut crease, blend 3 colors flawlessly, do a winged liner and tell me that doesn't take skill.

Face: Touch Glorious Face Primer, Touch Mineral Liquid Foundation in the color Satin, Touch Mineral Skin Perfecting Concealer in the color Taffeta .

Eyes: Moodstruck Addiction  Shadow Pallette #4 and Moodstruck Precision Pencil Eyeliner in the color Perfect

Lips: Moodstruck Lip Exfoliator and Splash Liquid Lipstick in the color Smashing. 

#NeedNow: Metal For The Ages

Stella & Dot: | Fontaine Layering Necklace | Fontaine Cuff |  

| Celine Wrap Bracelet | Seine Ring | Zoe Lariat Necklace |

Happy Monday Dreamers! This weeks #NeedNow items are based on that rustic, rock metal look. I also love the fact that a lot of these items make gorgeous layering pieces. Oh and did I mention that the Seine Ring was featured in the September 2016 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine!? That woman knows her style ;)  Which is your favorite item?
 

#NeedNow: City Slim Date Night

This week's #NeedNow focuses on our City Slim Clutch being the spotlight accessory for a date night! I love how sleek the clutch is as well as the fact that it has Stella & Dot's custom perforation as well as shiny gold hardware. The clutch would also go perfect with the Nomad Stretch Bracelet (comes with 3) and the Pave Horn Ear Jackets. Add a flower in your hair and you are ready to wow your date. ;) Which is your favorite item?

#AsSeenOn: Team USA Women's Olympics

Woohoo! Let's all cheer for the USA Women's Olympic Field Hockey team on their win! Not only are these ladies reppin their country, but I see they are also reppin some Stella & Dot by wearing personalized engraveable necklaces (that say Un1ted) while in Rio!

Final training session finished! Love my girls! #UN1TED #roadtorio #rio2016 💙❤️🇺🇸

A photo posted by Michelle Vittese (@michvittese) on Aug 4, 2016 at 1:32pm PDT

Great group of Tiger Gals #OpeningCeremonies #hockey @princetonfh @usafieldhockey_wnt

A photo posted by Katie Reinprecht (@kreinp) on Aug 5, 2016 at 4:01pm PDT

Don't these girls look excited (and cute) in their outfits to go to Rio?

Happy 25th birthday to the most precious little nugget @jreinpre ! Hope you have an amazing day, filled with two practices and a conditioning session! Love you #sistaaaaasssss

A photo posted by Katie Reinprecht (@kreinp) on Jul 12, 2016 at 9:49am PDT

 I love how delicate this engraveable is, especially when I layer it over the Essential Fringe Necklace.

I am so proud of the U.S. Women's team! I can't wait to see what other accessories they wear in the future.

#AsSeenOn: Pretty Little Liars Alison DiLaurentis

I am back with another #AsSeenOn for those of you ladies who are in love with all of the jewlery that has been worn on the "Pretty Little Liars Show". One of the items that caught my eye was the necklace Ali was wearing in the latest episode of season 7. This cute necklace can be found at Stella & Dot and is called the Lotus Tassel necklace.

I love the way the tassels fan underneath the turquoise and neutral tones as well as the beautiful double gold chain.

Cheers to more gorgeous jewelry coming your way when you shop or host your own online style session with me. Happy Shopping!

Covet: Stella & Dot's Luxury Line

Oh. My. Gosh. (Insert shocked emoji here lol)  You guys I am literally freaking out over Stella & Dot's new luxury line "Covet" which releases in September. The line has been in the works for sometime and the CCO Blythe Harris and her design team have released that the line is meant to represent everything we covet in life (family, friends, our career etc). One of the many things I adore about this line are the 14k yellow and white gold chains as well as the conflict free white and black diamonds! 

Don't you just love these three necklaces already!? Stella & Dot also took the time to make sure that they could offer toxin-free and high-end leather goods for a fraction of what other brands will offer. Here is another sneak peak of some of the items!

A video posted by Blythe Harris (@blythe.harris) on Aug 7, 2016 at 3:05pm PDT

A photo posted by Jessica Herrin (@jessicaherrin) on Jul 29, 2016 at 12:40pm PDT

Are these bags not to die for! I'm swooning over here! haha. I will make sure to keep you all updated on my latest finds. In the meantime, I suggest you book a style session or join me as a Stylist to be one of the first to see and wear this new collection!

#AsSeenOn: Elizabeth Banks

A photo posted by Elizabeth Banks (@elizabethbanks) on Aug 2, 2016 at 4:41pm PDT

Look at who I found wearing Stella & Dot! Elizabeth Banks! Don't you just love her in The Hunger Games and Pitch Perfect? She is quite the actress. On her Instagram feed I noticed she was rockin the Stella & Dot Riviera Tote in Raffia Fringe.

The bag has a tribal inspired flap over a ribbon with fringe and gold hardware, perfect for a day at the beach or taking a stroll. Grab Elizabeth's bag by shopping online, hosting a style session or joining me as a Stylist.

#NeedNow: Sienne Drop Earrings-Ear Threaders

They did it again! Stella & Dot has released a piece from the upcoming Fall Collection for our glamorous customers. I am so excited to call this your #NeedNow for the week: the Sienne Drop Earrings ($39), available in both gold and silver!

These gorgeous earrings have hand-set micro pave and a shiny gold plated sterling silver delicate chain drop for an edgy look. The last time Stella & Dot brought out a new style of earrings they sold 30,000 in a matter of 3 days! Yep, that is the Ear Climbers ($39) I am talking about. Now that the Sienne Drop Earrings have released these babies will sell out fast. Grab em while you can! You can shop online or even in person by having a mini summer styling session on the latest trends. As your personal Stylist, I will bring a pop-up boutique over to your place to share with you and a couple of your girlfriends while helping you match the latest trends to your style and budget. 

Style advice always comes free with your Stella & Dot accessories ;) Our style sessions are a simple, easy, way to have a discounted shopping spree. 

How gorgeous does Stella & Dot's founder Jessica Herrin in the Sienne Earrings, Tiburon Necklace and a #sneakpeak of a bracelet coming July 26th!

 Shop or schedule your girls night or afternoon with me today!

#OOTD Inspiration: Sunshine Celebration

Miramar Sunglasses: Stella & Dot | Shoes: Derek Lam | 

Shirt: Splendid | Pants: Levi | Arc Pendant Necklace: Stella & Dot | Gold Necklace: Stella & Dot | Gold Engraved ID Tag: Stella & Dot | Gold Wishbone Charm: Stella & Dot | Gold Artisan Disc Cuff: Stella & Dot | Gilded Path Wrap Bracelet: Stella & Dot | 
Artisan Stretch Bracelet: Stella & Dot 

Hey dreamers! It has stopped raining and has been gorgeous and warm outside lately, so I thought I would show you an outfit inspiration that included open toe shoes. Your feet need some sunlight every now and then ;)

#AsSeenOn: Pretty Little Liars Lucy Hale

I am a absolutely HUGE fan of the show Pretty Little Liars and I am literally counting down to the Season 7 Premier. I also adore the jewelry and clothing that the girls wear on the show (that Stylist is on point) and I noticed that one of the girls is wearing a Stella & Dot item!

Lucy Hale is rockin the Eden Tassel Chandelier earrings which is one of Stella & Dot's best sellers!

Did I mention these babies are on SALE for a limited time? Grab yours here. For all those other PLL fans out there, are you #TeamToby or #TeamTyler? Would you like for me to give you updates on where to purchase some of the outfits/accessories that the girls wear? Let me know in the comments below!

FLASH SALE ALERT

I am super excited to say that my Stella & Dot e-boutique is having a FLASH SALE! Woohoo! It has been a mystery as to what the specific items are,for a little while, but it is safe to say that you may take a look now and shop till' you drop.

1. Veda Split Ring $19.50: Make a fun and flirty impression with this double-detail cocktail ring. A touch of sparkle and gold makes the perfect accessory addition. Click here to shop.

 2. Kaia Chandelier Earrings $34.50: These gorgeous earrings have a mosaic of cool tones and also transforms from a unique statement piece to a neutral stud. Click here to shop.

3. All In Pouch-Spearment/ Navy Monkeys $24.50: This Whimsical monkey print oversized pouch adds a colorful pop to any outfit. Don't like it as a clutch? Toss it into your bag to hold all your essentials. Want to look even cuter? Match the bag with our Pavilion Necklace and Chandelier earrings (also in "Sale" section) Click here to shop.

4. Eden Fringe Necklace $29.40: Add a little burst of color to any outfit with this bright pink necklace. Wear alone or with your favorite dedicates. Click here to shop.

5. Devina Necklace $39.50: This gorgeous necklace combines intricate architectural design with warm pops of jade green, hot pink and smoky glass. Add the Veda Split ring for an extra wow factor. Click here to shop.

6. Kaia Pendant Necklace $96.90: This handset stone upon genuine leather is the perfect neutral for any fashionista. The necklace also looks gorgeous with its matching Kaia earrings. Click here to shop.

7. Pouf Navy Stripe, Elephant or Green Ikat $16.80: This multitasking pouf organizes you in style. Use it for anything from cosmetics to tech cords. Glam it up, touch it up, you've got it in the bag ;) Click here to shop.

8. Eden Tassel Chandelier Earrings $23.40: These playful earrings add the perfect flair, especially paired with its matching Eden Fringe Necklace. Add some matching nail polish and you are ready for a night on the town! Click here to shop.

Happy Shopping!

eShakti: A Flattering Fit

Have you ever bought a dress that fit perfectly on you? In your lifetime, you may come across just a few dresses that fit you perfectly, and that’s following an overwhelming hunt for the correct size. For that reason, I was thrilled to be contacted recently by a retailer name eS​hakti that designs custom clothing. eShakti sells a variety of clothing that can be customized to fit your unique body shape and size for a small fee. 

From their website, I chose a beautiful floral yellow shift dress that I knew I would want to wear to an upcoming graduation party.

Before I talk about the fit of the dress, I want to complement eShakti on their fast turnaround and shipping time. From order to receipt, the process was about a week, and the retailer emailed constantly with updates. Tracking my order was easy, and I felt confident dealing with their company. To customize the dress, eShakti requires multiple measurements, such as bust, waist, chest, and hip, among other requirements. I simply went over to my local tailor and asked to be measured.

The quality of the dress is absolutely perfect and the detail in the stitching is gorgeous. 

I love how the arm part of the dress shows a bit of skin for those warm summer nights.

In order for me to have more of a cinched waist I grabbed a black waist belt with a silver detailing in the front. I also wore black shoes to go with the outfit.

If you are looking for a flattering fit and a unique look then use the code “carnationdreams” when shopping at eShakti to receive 10% off your order. This code is valid until June 23, 2015.

 Happy shopping.

Primp Prints: Gorgeous Affordable Art

I grew up in a home where art was appreciated and very much collected. I find that art can evoke many emotions and even inspire people to act on those emotions. I recently found a shop on Instagram called  Primp Prints and I absolutely fell in LOVE with them.

The prints are filled with bright pastel colors, a bit of sass, and a Lilly Pulitzer twist. Can anyone else relate to this cardio reference?

These hand paintings are all one of a kind and make great birthday, bridal, or personal gifts!

Primp Prints is offering FREE SHIPPING this weekend of the 28th-29th just by using the code "freeship" on their Etsy page. Grab your gorgeous print here at: Primp Prints

*Images provided by Primp Prints