Lately

If you didn't already know this, Amazon offered Prime members the opportunity to "Pre Order" the September issue of Vogue, which was delivered to me 4 days before it was due to hit newsstands. Along with the opportunity to receive an early copy, the mag was shipped in a "Limited Edition" box. The box was admittedly a bit underwhelming, though neither the contents of the magazine nor its covergirl disappointed. I'm definitely in awe of Beyonce but I wouldn't say that I'm a member of the beyhive. That being said, I really thought she looked amazingggggg in the September issue of Vogue.

Nothing really ignites a fire within me quite like the September issues. As a person that despised the heat of the Summer season (though I'm on board with every other aspect), I really look forward to that first breeze of the Fall season and the September issue for me signals a bit of "Back to School" fever as far as fashion is concerned.

To be 100% transparent, I'm seriously considering purchasing a second copy. 1 will be kept pristine in the box and one will be for pulling inspiration from. I can't decide if this act takes me into full on hoarder mode or not. (Editor's note: I have a magazine "Archive" in our apartment).

I recently had my very first lobster roll (via Luke's Lobsters at Pier 13)-safe to say that I'm 1000% converted. Happily we'll be attending a wedding in Maine in September and my bridesmaid dress is (thankfully) quite stretchy. I'm going to eat all the lobster rolls that I can get my hands on. #allthelobsterrolls

You can view the Food Truck Calendar for Pier 13 here.

   

We also enjoyed waffles from Waffle de Lys. ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh! 

Congratulations to me, I'm officially a stereotype-I am now a highlighter/bronzer user.  While visiting the new Nars boutique in the mall, I was treated to a mini makeover using the Liquid Gold Face Set and I have to admit that I felt rather fabulous and JLO-like. I was planning to bring it with me to Cancun, but I've been using IRL since I purchased it. eep. 

My obsession with pearls continues. I picked up this very cool, dainty necklace at The Fig last week and I'm so happy that I did, I love it even more every day!

My best friend brought me back milk and dark chocolate covered cranberries from her trip to Nantucket. I would never call myself a "cranberry person" but these are so damn good. They're even better late at night after they've been chilling in the fridge!

I've started to add to my fall wardrobe and as you can see above, I'm really excited to start incorporating colors into my everyday style! #kidding

My new favorite nail polish is Elegantly Wasted by Trust Fund Beauty. Thanks to my best friend for giving it to me! 

Petit Vour December Box

Every month, I fall more in love with Petit Vour and their great selection of vegan/cruelty free products. Honestly, you don't have to subscribe to either lifestyle to enjoy this box, I'm completely surprised every time I find a great product that just happens to be vegan. December is no different, another great stash of goodies and I LOVE that every month I receive 1-2 full sized products-this month was the nail polish and I believe the blush was full sized as well!

• Blissoma- Smooth A+ Perfecting Serum- I've been dabbing this serum under my eyes and on my lids every night before bed and my skin feels plump and brighter thanks to this super gentle and effective serum. I will say this though, I'm not sure why it comes in a dropper because its very creamy and I can't easily get it to work, I've been using a q-tip or my pinky to pull it out of the container. 
• Trust Fund Beauty-Nail Lacquer in Money Buys Happiness-This nail polish does not disappoint. I've always wondered if "lighter" nail polishes that lack all the usual chemical suspects are as long lasting and effective as their concerning counterparts and in my experience I'd say that they are. This polish definitely stayed on, dried quickly, and stayed perfectly shiny for over week. After visiting PV's website for the link to this polish, I fell in love with Classic Cash, a shimmery evergreen shade too! 
• Meow Meow Tweet-Lavender Deodorant Cream-I've been using this deodorant cream for a little less than a week now and I have to admit that it has far surpassed my expectations. I've stayed mostly dry, a bit of wetness here and there was experienced and generally pretty pleasant smelling. I will admit that by the end of the workday, I was applying more as soon as I got into my house, but I sometimes do that anyway depending on how stressful my day was. I want to test it out in a hot yoga class to see how it stands up. To be completely honest, I sweat buckets and often smell after class anyway, so I may not notice a difference. 
• Everyday Minerals-Matte Blush in All Smiles-I began using this blush at the exact same time as the deodorant and again I was pleasantly surprised. What I thought at first was a very bright, not for me coral has turned into a new favorite. It's a very subtle coral when applied and gives me a hint of warmth. While I was at my desk the other day, sitting beneath an unforgiving fluorescent light, Jo made a comment about me looking more tan than usual. That's a HUGE win in my book! Lastly, this blush lasted throughout the day and the color is very customizable and buildable to your taste. I think the proof is in the pudding, it's been sold out on the Petit Vour website for a few weeks now!