Where I Found My New Stylish Specs Online

July 23, 2018

Today's post was created in collaboration with Zenni. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

I would consider myself to be super health-conscious but there are some things that keep slipping off my radar due to costs. One, in particular, is getting my eyes checked and getting new frames since it's been a while. Ok, maybe like four or five years.

One of the reasons I've been putting it off for so long is because it's kind of expensive to get new frames. So I've been dealing with frames that have long, lost their luster and repeatedly slide down my very small nose bridge. But as you might have seen on my Instagram Stories a few new Zenni pairs that fit perfectly on my face and not to mention stay perfectly in place. FINALLY.

I tend to buy everything online - furniture, shoes, makeup, even fresh produce. But I haven't bought eyeglasses because it seemed intimidating and what if the fit wasn't great? Well, Zenni put all of my pensive thoughts to ease and made the entire process super easy.

All you need is your current prescription, this includes your PD (pupillary difference) which you can easily find with this tutorial, to get started. Then browse their extensive collection of everyday styles - there is truly something for everyone. As for me, I love thick horn-rimmed and vintage eyeglasses so I went with these two because the price point for both was affordable. Cute, right?

And if you're nervous about how it'll look on, don't fret. You can upload your photo to Frame Fit. It's Zenni's virtual mirror and will help tremendously as you compare all your favorite frames. Trust, it's going to be hard to narrow down your final selection.

After 10 business days, these guys came in the mail and I absolutely love the fit and the quality. One thing that stood out is how the lenses don't smudge or streak - an issue I hated with my older frames.

Final verdict, 10 out of 10. I'm super happy with my frames, how seamless it was to order online, and how cute my frames look with my outfits. If you have any questions on the process don't hesitate to reach out!

And don't forget to shop for new Zenni frames here.

Always on The Go Personal Essentials

December 16, 2017

Today's post was created in collaboration with BabbleBoxx.com and Simply Summer’s Eve®. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

This has definitely been the year of travel for me. It feels like every other weekend I've been scurrying off to another state or packing my bags to experience a new side of Europe. It's been fun but at the same time, a little hard to always feel fresh. Same can be said for days when I'm settled in NYC but on the go to gym classes, meetings and outings with the crew.

However, I did notice a few essentials that I tend to keep stocked for those days and trips when I want to feel my best - confidence is key baby!

CC+ Cream - I found this type of foundation provides the coverage I like without the mess of a liquid foundation
Highlighter - a good glow can make a day 100x times better
Balm - it can be used on your lips, hands, cuticles and anywhere you're feeling a bit dry
Hair Oil - to revive my dried out, damaged curls
Simply Summer’s Eve® Cleansing Cloths - comes in individual packets that are perfect for girls on the go

I'm going to be completely transparent and say that yes, talking about personal care is kind of taboo but the only way to make something less taboo is to talk about it more, so let’s talk about it! ::multiple hand clap emojis::

I've been using Simply Summer's Eve® Cleansing Cloths on and off for a few different reasons: before my waxing appointment, after gym class when showers are non-existent, heavy flow days, freakishly long flights - you get the picture.

I love feeling confidently fresh and appreciate the discreet packaging. And in case you’re wondering, as I did, their gentle formula won’t irritate skin. They’ve also been clinically and gynecologist tested for safety. You can find out more on SummersEve.com.

They have a few scents, Mandarin Blossom, Cucumber Lily and Coconut Water, which both won awards from Real Simple.

What essentials do you keep your bag stocked with?

Packing for Berlin | Fall Season

September 28, 2017

Hallo friends! If you've been following along on Insta, you may have seen a snippet of my Germany/Czech Republic trip and if you've been following along on Insta Story you may have seen those snippets come to life.

I've never been that far east in Europe so experiencing the culture (& Oktoberfest) was truly amazing, eye-opening, and tasty. I can only hope I do my experiences justice with the travel guides that are soon to follow.

For this first one I figure it's better to start at the beginning - what I packed for my nine day trip & a few things we did on Day 1. Don't worry, I'll make sure to share my full itinery later.

What to Pack
Less is more when flying away. We'll be hitting 3 different cities via bus & train which means I'll be lugging my own luggage across those city lines. Finding a carry-on that is light, durable, and stylish (had to throw it in there) is key!

Lucky for me, I came across this Ricardo Yosemite Carry-On. Not only is it affordable (under $100) it also comes with a first year quality guarentee.

A few more things I loved about traveling with my Ricardo Luggage:
- It's super light! At under 7lbs., lifting my luggage into overhead storage and carrying it through tight spaces and over stairs were a breeze!
- There were a few instances of collision that left my suitcase scratch-free.
- The wheels! This is my first time having 360 degree wheels in my life and the difference felt amazing. It makes maneuvering crowded cobblestones, sidewalks & terminals so easy.
- There are pockets and compartments inside for smart packing. No more having to dump out everything little thing to find what you're looking for.
- I am a light packer but I did love how the case is expandable if I went overboard with souvenirs.
- Last but not least the finishing of the suitcase looked so sleek and streamlined; it made me feel like a bonafide traveler

Here's a Look Inside My Suitcase:

Eastern Europe is in full fall mode and about 20 degrees chillier than New York City. Knowing how poorly I do in colder temps it meant packing layers to stay comfortable during our all-day excursions. I did a bit more digging on the street style scene to narrow down my color palette and realized Berliners love a good black.

I Ended Up Packing
striped bodysuit - white tee - white button-down - striped long sleeve tee - pink champion sweatshirt - black sweatshirt - turtleneck dress - black cotton dress - navy two-piece - black mini skirt - black high-rise jeans - black leggings - pink denim - heavy grey jacket - black moto boots- black vans - pink ballet flats