Friday, May 24, 2013

toes + soles

Up the glam effect of your pedi by pairing it
with seriously sophisticated, cool, luxe... {insert your favorite adjective here}
sandals that will kick your summer style into high gear!

toes + soles
Clockwise from top.

Sam & Libby Kylie Strappy Thong Sandal in Multicolor + American Apparel Neon Nail Polish in Neon Yellow

Ancient Greek Sandals Alethea Flat Sandals in Blue Mix Marine + Essie Bouncer, It's Me

Sam Edelman Gabrianna Ankle Cuff Sandals in Camel + Zoya Nail Polish in Arizona

Jean-Michel Cazabat Talasa Flat Sandals in Fuxia + Deborah Lippmann Mermaid's Dream

See by Chloe Tubular Flat Sandals in Fuxia + Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Nail Lacquer in Radiate


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Thursday, May 23, 2013

{fashion folio} beach escape

Escape to the beach in summer-fied style with ocean and sunset-inspired hues
in blues, corals, hot pinks, jade and mint greens, and lavenders!

beach escape
Clockwise from top right.


GRACE Woven Cowboy Hat in Beige
ZIMMERMANN Oasis Floral-Print Cotton and Silk-Blend Playsuit
Marc by Marc Jacobs Rubber Standard Supply Bracelet in Lilac
Marc by Marc Jacobs Rubber Standard Supply Bracelet in Glacial Blue
CAMILLA Violet Eyes One Piece Swimsuit in Violet Eyes
Bensimon Tennis Elastic Sneakers in Fuchsia
SHIMMI Stella Bandeau Bikini
Kenneth Jay Lane Beaded Bracelet in Coral
Havaianas Slim Royal Flip Flops in Acqua
Chan Luu Beaded Charm Necklace in Neon Pink Combo

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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

IRMASWORLD {caseable review}

I have an unhealthy obsession with fashion illustration.
Bella Pilar, Izak Zenou...they've both been on my love list
for more years than I can count. So when caseable offered me the
chance to review one of their cases, I zoomed in on IRMA in
0.2 seconds flat and never looked back.

I contemplated IRMA in New York; gushed over the
supreme cuteness of IRMAS Little Things; and ultimately settled on
IRMA in Noshima due to the fact that it portrayed
adorable IRMA {looking oh-so chic} lying in bed with a kitty by her side
{essentially the story of my life}.


This case? seriously. in. love.
The colors are vibrant and perfectly brighten up
the playfulness of the image; which itself {IMO} tells a little tale
all its own.

This is the first case I have ever used that features a snap-on aesthetic
as opposed to a slip-on; however, I've found that it provides the same amount of
protection; and seriously simple access to all of my iPhone 4S' ports
and buttons.

If you're a fan of fashion illustration you will absolutely adore this.


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FTC Disclosure: This product was provided to me for review by Caseable. All opinions expressed herein are my own.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

{beauty board} lift those locks!

Score va-va voom tresses with these 5 products guaranteed
to lift locks and restore life to limp strands.

lift those locks!

1} Oscar Blandi Hair Lift Thickening & Strengthening Mousse A teeny tiny dollop inflates hair {in all the right places} giving you a full, thick feel. Want more lift? Style with a round brush and blowdryer after application.

2} Ojon Volume Advance Thickening Spray 8 - 10 spritzes pumps up the volume of flat hair, while adding touchable, bouncy texture and shine!

3} Bumble and bumble. Thickening Full Form Mousse Towel-dry hair, run a wide-tooth comb through, rub a quarter-size amount on your roots, blow dry, and voila! Perfect, straight-from-the-salon volume. Bonus: Massage a nickel-sized amount into roots, and finger comb to create volumized updos on dry hair or second-day strands.

4} Living Proof 'Full' Body Boosting Root Lifting Spray for All Hair Types Effortlessly lifts hair at the roots, and keeps it looking beauty queen beautiful {never frizzy} in rain, shine, or the dreaded by hair the world over...humidity!

5} ALTERNA Bamboo Volume Uplifting Root Blast 3 - 4 sprays coupled with a few mosh-worthy back and forth hair flips creates an insane amount of volume for days {yes, days}. Bonus: Out of dry shampoo? No problem. This product is just as effective at absorbing oil and giving lift.

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FTC Disclosure: Oscar Blandi's Hair Lift Thickening & Strengthening Mousse was provided to me for review. All opinions expressed herein are my own.

Monday, May 20, 2013

NOTD: Essie Cascade Cool

Two coats of Essie Cascade Cool. A Creamy, Sweet Dusty Pink.

I feel as if I’m on a never-ending hunt for the perfect Barbie pink {as are a number of my friends}, but the search is over because this. is. it.

Lighter than Revlon's Flirt, and more pink-toned than mark's Cupcake, Cascade Cool is a blue-based pink that morphs seamlessly from spring-perfect pastel to beach-ready bright.

Like Bikini So Teeny {its collection sibling}, application for Cascade Cool was incredible - two perfectly opaque coats with no streaking, no pooling, and no bubbling. This color earned me countless inquiries from strangers - definitely a conversation-starter.


What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?

Follow me on Instagram @cafefashionista to see more of my favorite nail colors / art.


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Sunday, May 19, 2013

{beauty board} ballerina nails

Let your fingers do the dancing with elegant nail colors
inspired by the beauty of ballet.

ballerina nails
Clockwise from left
.

Layla Caviar Effect Nail Polish in Ballet
Essie Ballet Slippers
ELLE Cosmetics Nail Lacquer in Tutu
Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in 167 Ballerina
Forever 21 Ballet Shoes Nail Polish
Rescue Beauty Lounge Plie
NARS Arabesque
OPI My Pointe Exactly
Venique Nail Lacquer Pointe to Ballet
SEPHORA by OPI Nail Colour Let's Plie

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Saturday, May 18, 2013

get fit fashion {albionfit review + giveaway}!

Not a single day goes by where I don't dance or workout {usually both},
so, while I do love my heels and skinny jeans, I tend to incorporate
fitnesswear into my daily wardrobe - yoga pants, fitted racerbacks, lightweight
off-the-shoulder tops
; thus, when I'm shopping for workout clothing,
I try to make cute choices that allow me to show off both sides of my personality...
the fashionista and the dancer / semi-fitness freak lover.
So my introduction to ALBION, a company that specializes in women's
fitness and swimwear
, has been all sorts of epic.

ALBION manages to bridge the gap between sporty and chic, delivering a
wide array of colors {ballet pink, anyone?} and styles that look
just as glam in a dance studio or at the gym, as they do at a chic
bistro for Sunday brunch.

26.2 jacket

I was lucky enough to receive the 26.2 Jacket in Coral {P.S. gorgeous color},
and in the last week alone, it has been styled as the topper for my leotard
{ballet}; kept me looking long and lean during countless cardio sessions;
and served as my stylish cha cha partner. The slim fit is
ultra-flattering; but what I love the most is the bright color and
resiliency which makes movement incredibly comfortable.

And now for what I think all of you will love...the chance to
win a 26.2 Jacket of your own!

Cafe Fashionista has partnered with ALBION to bring one {1} lucky
reader their own 26.2 Jacket {in Coral, White, Teal, or Black} -
a $98.00 Value!

a Rafflecopter giveaway


Good luck everyone!

In the meantime...if you want to do a little shopping, now through 5/22/13,
save $15.00 on all orders of $50.00 or more with
coupon code CAFEFASHIONISTA15
.


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FTC Disclosure: This product was provided to me for review by ALBION. All opinions expressed herein are my own.