Mani Monday | Garden Variety

Your nail game just got turned up a notch with this sassy teal color from Essie's Spring 2015 collection. And despite the name, you won't be referred to as anything other than a trendy fashionista!

Now, it is quite bold in color, so if you work in a strict environment (sad face), then this color is best saved for your toes or the weekend.

I'm not quite sure why my difficulty with Essie polishes continues, but once again it wasn't the smoothest process. With 'Garden Variety ' I found it to be extremely thin causing the paint to drip off the brush. Once I got to the second coat (which was barely needed because the color is so rich!), I was able to find a happy medium between a brush stroke that spilled paint and one that prevented a smooth stroke.

In other words, I 'm a pro and made it work. Just look at this color! How could I not?

xo | din

Also check out my product review on Essie's 'Flowerista'.

Today Only: Cosmetic Super-Sale!

I interrupt my Middle East travel recap to share these jaw-dropping deals at Rite-Aid. Several cosmetic brands including Almay, Wet N' Wild, and Revlon are on super sale! How super? 75% off!

Both of these lip glosses were $2.24 each and the nail polish was $.59!

Hurry to your nearest Rite-Aid to take advantage of the discount on select cosemetic products. I'll share how these wear in a future post. 

Seriously now go!

xo | din

lipgloss | (l. to r.) Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in 'Berry Alure' and 'Fuchsia Finery'

nail polish | Wet n Wild WildShine Nail Color in 'Be More Pacific'

Tattered

TGIF! I'm SO ready for the weekend! Here's some wardrobe inspiration that's perfect for it. 

Weekend wear calls for something relaxed, and even a bit rough around the edges. These distressed boyfriend jeans with a button down are so easy. Add some heels and fun jewelry for the perfect splash of fancy!

Want to get a full pony like mine? When your hair is down, separate it into sections and back comb all of it. When you're done, use your fingers to smooth just the outside, back into your ponytail. Secure it with a hair-tie, and you've got a wild horse tail on your hands!

top | H&M 

jeans | True Religion 

heels | Forever 21

turquoise cuff | vendor in Mexico 

xo | dré 

Turquoise Obsession

I love turquoise. Obsessed really. Throughout the years, I have either found pieces that I've had to have, or had some lovely people gift them to me. 

My mom recently got back from a trip to Cancun for a Matrix training. While she was there, she bartered with a local vendor to bring me back a fab turquoise beaded cuff. Of course I went gaga over it, and promptly added it to my collection.

Which piece is your fav?

rings

flower | vendor at Venice Beach

oval | vendor at the Puyallup Fair

bracelets (starting closest to my hand)

beaded trio | Cookie Lee

leather bow | BCBG 

beaded cuff | vendor in Mexico 

metal snap clasp | LOFT

tights | BP. Nordstrom 

bandeau | Etiquette 

polish | OPI's French Quarter For Your Thoughts

xo | dré