My Current Acne Fix

This acne clearing lotion has been my recent savior!! Dr. Dennis Gross created this lotion to put a stop to blemishes without irratiting your skin. One thing I like about it aside from getting rid of zits fast, is that it is invisible once you smooth it on. I originally received this product as a sample from Sephora. Being that I have had severe issues with my skin as of late, I was extremely hesitant to introduce any new products to my already aggravated skin. However, this product had no negative side effects, and even cleared up what I had. I highly reccommend it. Check it out here!! I know the price is a little steep at $32, but it's a small price to pay for clear skin without irritation or that annoying bleaching effect that other benzoyl peroxide products leave behind (even on towels :/!! ) I will definitely be trying other products by Dr. Gross.

My Birthday Wish..(one of them)

With my birthday coming up at the end of the week..figured I would start putting up things that I have been hoping and wishing for...one being the necklace below. Check it out here or click on the picture!

Clogs!!

I've never been very into clogs..but these are actually growing on me. I can envision these with a sexy skirt or skinny jeans..maybe even some leggings! These are See by Chloe, the wedge heel makes them more wearable, and probably more comfortable than the traditional clunky clogs.

Fall Means.....Fall FASHION!!

An update is well overdue!! Being that it is September, you know what that means! No, not back to school....it marks the arrival of Fall Fashion. This is my favorite time of year for fashion, as we can start wearing darker and more sophisticated outfits. I find it a hopeful time of year, where we start harvesting and getting ready for the winter. I may be biased since I am an October baby!!

Anyhow..what to look out for this fall:

- Animal Prints: I especially love an animal print platform pump, or an animal print bag.

- Neutral Colors: You can add this into your wardrobe anywhere, be it shoes, a belt, or a bag. Neutrals are always classic and never go out of style, so you might want to invest in a neutral in between season jacket as well.

- Military Style: This is my favorite!! No matter what the fashion is, I have always been partial to dark green and cargo pants. They look amazing with black. There are some military inspired shoes as well. If you find this trend to transient, a military fitted coat works great, double breasted with metallic buttons.

- Boots, boots, boots: I like the over-the-knee style in suede.

- Flap bags: A modern take on a classic style..a little chain detailing can modernize this timeless look.

- Don't forget lace!!: You can add a little flair to any outfit with lace trim, or a lace tank underneath a blazer...another style that really never fades.

I have some ideas pictured below for all budgets. I have to admit, Forever 21 is really making some great pieces so that all can enjoy, regardless of wha

t you can spend. As we all know, it's important to be cognizant of our spending during these times. I commend Forever 21 for making fashion affordable for everyone.

I have posted a mix of items for fall below- can you tell which are the high-end designers vs. items you can find anywhere? I will provide details of where to find these trends next time! Can you tell I have a thing for shoes?

Eyeing this Bag!

This bag looks so sweet- it's by Bill Blass. I haven't really cared for his designs in the past, but I came across a couple of really well made and trendy handbags on my internet shopping pursuits this afternoon. I am thinking about taking the plunge and getting it....what do you think??

(I wish the pics were bigger)

I HATE Cheap People

Hello, hello! Anyone else have this same gripe? I CANNOT stand cheap people!! Let's discuss.

Example:

I currently live with another person, we split utilities, rent, etc, etc. Recently, the person I live with, myself, and a group of other people went out for some drinks. We ended up having to pay in cash, which is never my method of choice. My roommate put up $10 for my portion of the bill- no biggie right? We proceeded to go to another place, and I took care of her drink there. Next up- we went on a trip a little over 200 miles away. I am the only one who has a car (lucky me?), so by default, I got stuck driving. The only "thank you" I received was some gas money. I didn't get a "thank you for sitting in traffic 4 hours, thank you for using your car, thank you for paying all the tolls (we are in NJ, yes we have tolls), but I let it go.

Enter the following week, when the utility bills and rent are due. I receive a check significantly lower than the usual, so I posed the question- how much was the electricity bill this month? I was received with a look of confusion "I don't know." How can you not know how much it was when you paid the bill two days ago?? The confession comes "I took out $10 for the bar (3 weeks ago)." At that point I lost it- are you seriously deducting $10 when I just paid for your cab ride two days ago, paid for your drink the same night AND drove all that distance, and did not get money for tolls, put all that mileage on my car, and did not even get a thank you?!?!?!

Is it just me or is that just low? There are many costs associated with a car when you live in a city- like parking. I would have appreciated a thank you and perhaps money for tolls, but I would have let it slide, had my roommate not been such a nickle and dimer. Just as an fyi I am in a profession that deals with the constant analysis of expenditures, and logically speaking, wouldn't one know better than to mess with someone like that, thinking that they are pulling some wool over my eyes. Not wise my friend, not wise. To top it off I had to hear all this whining and complaining about how my car was small, the trunk didn't have enough room for the high maintenance requirements of my traveling mates. News flash, I bought a coupe for a reason, because I don't feel like hauling unappreciative, entitled people, who can't afford a car themselves. Isn't life interesting?

YSL Mary Jane

Just when I thought YSL couldn't do anything more or new with the tribute, here it comes as a two-tone mary jane! I love this shoe!!