Facial PT 2

Last Saturday I had my second facial and microdermabrasion. (After my first one Rayanna suggested that we do a series of 3 to get my skin in tip top shape.)

This facial could not have come at a more perfect time! I'll be the first to admit that I didn't take the best care of my skin in Miami. Between bad food & alcohol, sun (with sunscreen of course) and not washing my face/doing my skin care religiously my skin was a WRECK!!! On top of all that my monthly visitor came the Friday before my facial and that is never good for my skin. Needless to say I was very thankful for the timing. 

Rayanna could tell that my skin was not in good shape. The biggest thing she mentioned was that it was extremely dry. (I normally drink a TON of water so when I skip it I feel like my body can tell and it takes a while to bounce back.) 

We started with the skin analysis like last time and decided to do all the same things. The only difference was that Rayanna decided to go a bit harder on the microdermabrasion. It still didn't hurt, but after I could tell it really did a number on my skin. I mean that in the best way possible. I feel like right after my skin was a little flush and all my blemishes and imperfections were drawn out. However, over the next few days this went away and I feel like my blemishes healed a lot faster than normal and went away on their own. 

Rayanna also added facial cupping at the end to help with lymphatic drainage. When she first told me she would be doing facial cupping I got a little scared my face would look like Michael Phelps back in the 2016 olympics. (This did not happen at all.) Instead it was very relaxing and felt like a light facial massage. I could also feel a bit of the drainage and could personally see a slight difference in puffiness.

Overall my second facial was even better than my first. I think this has to do with the fact that my skin was in complete disarray this time around. I can't wait to go back for my third session and see how much better my skin gets.

If you are a Jax local and in need of a facial I HIGHLY recommend going to see Rayanna at Beautifully Bare. You can also use code "KATIE10" for $10 off your service.

The only photo I got after my facial. This one would have been AMAZING for before and after photos, but we both forgot until it was too late. :(

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about facials at all. I will do my best to answer and if I can't, I'll reach out to Rayanna. She is so so knowledgable and passionate about skincare.

Happy Fall 2019

Happy fall lovelies!

Can you believe the first official day of fall was yesterday? I know I can’t. I really wish the weather here would get the memo on what season it is. I guess I can’t complain too much since we did have highs in the low 80’s and lows in the 70’s this past weekend.

Since it is officially fall, I thought I would share this sweater with y’all and how I’m styling it for this in-between period. I bought this sweater during the Nsale because I was immediately drawn to the colors. I just love how they all work together. Since it’s still very warm I paired this with a cute bodysuit, shorts & booties. I think this is how us Floridians have to style most of our sweaters for the next few months. This was one of those outfits I envisioned it my head and when I put it on it actually worked! Do y’all ever do that? You envision an outfit with stuff in your closet, but when you finally put it on, it’s not nearly as cute as you had envisioned? I feel like that happens to me more often than not. This time however it actually worked out.

Anyway, I’ve linked very similar options to this sweater since it’s sold one. One looks identical and is from Amazon. (Not sure the quality.)

Sweater: Nordstrom sold out (similar here, here, & here) | Bodysuit: Free People (similar here & here) | Shorts: Old Navy | Booties: Old (similar here, here, & here) | Sunnies: Target | Earrings: Amazon | Lipstick: Mac Cosmetics Cremesheen Lipstick in Modesty with NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment in American Woman on top

How was your first day of fall? Did you eat all the pumpkin things and decorate for fall? My house has been decorated for a week now and I’ve been eating and drinking all the pumpkin things since September first. What can I say? I know what I like! 

Biker Shorts

Happy Tuesday! 

Things have been non-stop around here. My real job has been super busy and there has been so much wedding stuff going on. Last Saturday was my bridal shower (more to come on that soon) and on Thursday I leave for my bachelorette party!! I am so excited! Make sure you are following me on Instagram @thefashionablylateblonde to see day by day! I know it's going to be so much fun with all my best gal pals! 

Now that I've told y'all what I've been up to let's talk about today's outfit.

I'm sure y'all have seen the biker short trend everywhere. I finally jumped on said trend at the beginning of summer and I love it. This is a piece that will keep your outfit pretty casual but can be styled multiple ways. I paired mine with a big oversize white shirt and some loafers. This is something I would wear for running errands on Saturday or to grab lunch with friends. I feel like you also see these styled extremely sporty with oversized sweatshirts & sneakers. You could also go the other direction and style it with a crisp button down and heels. They also look great with a blazer! Y'all know I love a versatile piece and these definitely foot the bill. It's all about mixing things up! 

Top: Old (similar here, here, & here) | Shorts: Aerie | Shoes: Old (similar here & here) | Sunnies: Old (identical here)

I hope everyone is having a great week! One more work day until I am officially on vacation and headed to my bachelorette party! I hope the rest of your week flies by and thank you so much for taking the time to read my blog! I really appreciate it more than you know. 

Linked up with The Fashion Canvas & Walking in Memphis in High Heels!

Leopard Slip Dress Take 3

Happy Tuesday! 

I hope everyone had a great Labor Day Weekend. Mine has been extended due to hurricane Dorian. It's been a waiting game for what feels like a week now. Wind definitely picked up today and the ocean was really rough. Just a little bit of rain here and there, but all that should pick-up significantly tomorrow. (Tomorrow will be the worst day for us. Although it will be NOTHING like what the Bahamas just experienced. It is so crazy what that storm just did to the Abacos and Grand Bahamas. My heart truly goes out to everyone there.) 

Now that I've given y'all a little hurricane update let's talk about the third and final way I styled this dress. (Although there are still a million other ways I could style this.) 

This outfit has me ready for fall. I LOVE leather jackets and can't wait to actually wear mine.  Throwing on a leather jacket and booties makes this dress instantly ready for fall. It's such an easy way to transition any of your dresses or tanks to fall/winter. These boots are old, but I've linked some others that I think would look great with this dress and all your other fall outfits. 

Dress: Dress | Jacket: Top Shop | Booties: Old (similar here, here, & here) | Sunnies: Old (similar here & here) | Lipstick: bareMinerals Gen Nude Patent Liquid Lipstick in Major

So I have to know which was your favorite outfit? 1, 2, or 3? If I had to pick one I think I would say 3 because I am so ready for cooler weather and to bust out my new leather jacket.

I hope y'all have a great week! (At least it's a short one.) And if you're in the path of the hurricane I hope you stay safe and that the storm passes quickly without any major damage. 

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2019

Happy Sunday and first day of Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty.

Today officially started Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty deals and let me tell you... it is good!!

If you want to see what all the deals are you can head here.

To see all my favorite picks you can just scroll down. (I have them broken out by day.)

 Benefit Cosmetics Porefessional Primer

 Ofra Cosmetics Highlighter & Clinique Take the day off Cleansing Balm

 Mac Cosmetics Creme in your Coffee Lipstick & Tarteist Double Take Eyeliner

 Lancome Monsieur Big Mascara

 Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Bronzer

 Tartelette 2 In Bloom Clay Eyeshadow Pallete & Too Faced Hangover Primer and Setting Spray

Tarte Shape Tape Contour Concealer

These are just the items that I have and love! There are so many other great items during this sale. Make sure to mark your calendars and stock up during this amazing beauty sale.