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!

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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{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!

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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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.

{beauty board} lift those locks!

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

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.

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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{beauty board} ballerina nails

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

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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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.

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.