Casual Friday

              Sweater: Target Leggings: Forever 21 Boots: Target Scarf: American Eagle 

Even though this outfit is so simple, I really think it is one of my favorite combinations. Styling a sweater with a scarf, some leggings, and riding boots looks so put together but is still so incredibly  comfortable. This outfit is perfect for a casual day. Happy Friday! 
xx Ari 

Wardrobe Revamp

Today I was faced with a familiar dilemma that seems to occur every day..I could not find a single thing to wear! (first world problems, right?) I decided to take some sundresses that I previously owned from last season and spice them up by throwing a plain white sweater over them. I think this look is great as we transition into fall and winter..not that we have those seasons in Florida, but still some might!

Outfit One: For this outfit I took a plain red dress and placed a white sweater on top of it. It was looking a tad plain so I added some black accessories and nude pumps. 

Dress: Forever 21 Sweater: Forever 21 Necklace: Macy's Bag: Nordstroms Shoes: Target

 Outfit Two: For this outfit I took a tribal sundress, and once again placed the white sweater over it, and added some accessories and black pumps to complete the look.

   Dress: Forever 21 Sweater: Forever 21 Necklace: Macy's Purse: Target Shoes: Target 

A chunky sweater, a sun dress, some bling, and your choice of shoes, and BAM you've got yourself a super cute and unique outfit. Perfect for a fancy dinner or a stroll through the park. 

xx Ari

Thanksgiving Sweet Treats

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, crazy how fast time is flying, and since this day filled with eating is just around the corner I thought I would share some quick, easy, and cute sweet treats! These treats are sure to be a crowd pleaser...or you could eat them all yourself. Enjoy! 

Pilgrim Hats:  

These Cookies are really easy and very tasty! I usually end up making them every year!

The main ingredients include striped fudge cookies,marshmallows, m&m's, and some melted milk chocolate. 

Melt some chocolate: I used kisses because that is what I had on hand 

Coat the Marshmallow: I popped a toothpick into the marshmallow and coated it with chocolate.

Attach: I then attached the chocolate covered marshmallow to the fudge striped cookie, I used the melted chocolate as glue. Striped side down y'all. 

Add a Belt & Buckle: On a normal pilgrim's hat there is a belt and buckle, so it's only right that I add one to mine too. I used an orange m&m that I cut in half.

I think that these cookies are absolutely adorable, and go so well with this holiday!

Chocolate Acorn Cookies:

I can not get over how cute these chocolate acorn cookies are! Again, these cookies are SO simple!, and thankfully you don't have to worry about being attacked by squirrels :). 

For this cookie you are going to need just a few ingredients, vanilla wafers (or any vanilla cracker/cookie), Hershey's kisses, and chocolate chips for the top! I didn't have any chocolate chips so I just cut off the ends of the kisses, it worked fine. 

Assembly: Putting this cookie together is too easy! All you do is attach the kiss to the bottom of the vanilla wafer with a little bit of melted chocolate, and the chocolate chip to the top of the wafer with a little bit of melted chocolate. BAM, a cute little acorn!  

After putting the cookies together I usually pop them into the freezer for about ten minutes so the chocolate can harden, but after that they are ready to enjoy! 

BTW how festive are my nails? This little turkey and I are so ready to stuff our faces on Thanksgiving! 

xx Ari

Everyday Face

Even when I try new things I always end up going back to this makeup look, I love it so much and it also helps that it can be completed in like five minutes HA! The products usually stay the same unless I switch out lip colors. Here's a quick review of the products I use daily! 
Rimmel BB Cream in Medium: I LOVE BB cream, and this one especially! They are so easy and give me just the right amount of coverage. I apply it using my hands! 

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze: My newest obsession, I've always wanted to try a MAC paint pot but the price tag always chased me away. When I heard about this drugstore dupe I ran (not really I drove :) to Walgreens and picked up this one, its neutral and perfect for everyday! It claims to be 24 hr and I really believe it is, this puppy stays on all day! not even a smudge! I apply it before my eyeshadow as a base using my ring finger. Using your ring finger is best because it has the lightest touch out of all your fingers, it's important to be delicate around your eye area. 
Naked 2 by Urban Decay: I don't think I have enough characters to explain to you how much I love this palette...It's love. All of the colors in this palette are amazing and totally wearable! One thing I would change would be to add one more matte shade. In my everyday look I use Suspect all over the lid, which sadly I have hit pan on :'( , Tease in the crease (also to fill in my brows), and Snakebite blended into the lower lash line (sometimes,when I want a more dramatic look, I blend Snakebite into the crease). I am also in love with the brush this palette comes with! 
Elf Liquid Eyeliner in Black: I am totally in love with this liquid liner! I use it to line my upper lash line, and it only costs $1.00 which is AMAZING! 
Benefit They're Real Mascara: This is a sample size and I am just testing it out, honestly I don't know how I feel about it. It's not my favorite! 
Laura Geller Blush-N-Brighten in Honey Dipped: I love this! I use it just like a blush, blended into the apples of my cheeks, and it gives me an awesome warm glow. 
Burt's Bees Lip Balm: Staple! Favorite lip balm! (along with eos)
Maybelline Super Stay 10 Stain Gloss in Fresh Fuchsia (110): I do like this lip color, but I wouldn't say it lasts ten hours! When applying this lip color you have to apply in coats. So basically apply, dry, apply, dry, and sometimes a third time, apply, dry! That is how to achieve the best color pay off. Overall a nice color! 

xx Ari

Harbor Happy

Despite the gloomy weather we had today I refused to let that keep me indoors. My sister and I set out for a relaxing stroll around the local marina. This outfit is super simple and very comfortable, perfect for walking around. I decided to throw on a pair of my favorite floral leggings. I love the leggings because first off the comfort level, and next the fact that they are such a statement piece to any outfit. Combat boots are one of my essentials for this season and I think they pair nicely with these girly floral leggings. I topped off the outfit with my favorite green cardigan and a loved brown scarf. After our walk we stopped by Starbucks (yay for happy hour!), I gave the eggnog latte a try and let's just say…it sort of tasted like pizza. Nevertheless I still had a nice day.  P.S. don't let my outfit fool you, it is still 80 degrees and super humid in Florida...send cold weather, please! 

xx Ari 

Top: Forever 21 Cardigan: Macy's Scarf: Forever 21 Leggings: Papaya Boots: Target Bag: Target