Forever Frugal Friday

I noticed today, that my work wardrobe is quickly becoming repetitive and in need of a jump start. I think this Striped Bow Front Cardigan is exactly what my closet is begging for. Bold and bright, but still conservative and exactly the look I am going for.

Sunburn Necessities

(Mrs. F, Moi, Mrs. R in Mexico)

Being fair skinned is no fun in the sun (literally). Between constantly applying SPF 70 and worrying about getting sunburned, it can get quite exhausting, and often it doesn't necessarily work.

While most of my friends turn a nice shade of brown in sunny weather, I personally turn a nice bright red (see pic above in middle). To combat the woes of a sunburn I always have my trusty sidekicks below, that take out the pain and usually prevent peeling.

First things first, the dreaded shower after your sunburn. To help relieve the burn, substitute Noxzema Deep Cleansing Cream Original for your everyday body wash. It provides instant relief and helps to take the heat away. TRUST me....I know it sounds weird but I swear it works!

After you are all showered, moisturizing is the next vital step to avoid flaking and continued redness. Hawaiian Tropic Coolada After Sun Moisturizer is amazing. It's thick, smells good and if applied twice daily, really helps calm the red and turn it into a tan. It contains aloe vera, shea, cocoa and mango butter and vitamins A, C, & E to help your skin recover.

So...if you are fair skinned like me, or heading on a fabulous tropical vacation, think about adding these products above in addition to your sunblocks, oils and potions.

Thursday Morning Laugh

Oh my goodness, this video had my co-workers and me in hysterics this morning. Actual tears running down my cheeks from laughing so hard!

Easter Best - Alice + Olivia Style

Today was one of those days I wished I had an AMEX black card, and could buy pretty much everything Alice + Olivia is selling. Their current collection of dresses are perfect for Easter brunch with friends and family (maybe not so appropriate for church).

The bright pink belt on this Crinkle Silk Floral Dress, had me sold at first glance. Perfectly feminine, with an edge of trendy. Love it!

Obviously this Dylan Draped Bodice Long Dress would have to make an appearance as it is the perfect shade of Easter yellow.

The Strapless Ombre Silk Dress will have you perfectly matching all those beautifully dipped eggs you worked so hard on!

Now if only the Easter bunny could leave me the funds to get all these goodies in my basket....

Song Of The Week: You Are The Best Thing

Whilst browsing my Itunes collection to help Jaime create the playlist for her wedding this past weekend, we listened to Ray LaMontagne's You Are The Best Thing, and came to the conclusion that it would make a great first dance wedding song (not for her, but any wedding in general).

The rawness of his voice makes the words he is singing that much more believable and touching. And watching him on Letterman and SNL recently, I like him EVEN more now, because he's not about tricks and fancy clothes, instead he just sings it like it is.

Good Stuff!

Thaleepy....

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I am back after a AMAZING trip, but so thaleepy....

Adios LA...Hola Puerto Vallarta!

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I am so excited I can barely contain it! I want to to jump for joy at getting out of town to celebrate the Soon to be Mr. & Mrs. F!

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I cannot wait to dip my feet in the water and reflect (whilst hoping to look even 1/4 as glam as this gal!)...

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And also sit back, with a margarita in hand and take it all in...

Here's hoping sunny days are ahead for you all!

XOXO