glowing.

I rarely try new things when it comes to skincare. I have ultra sensitive skin and now know that if it doesn't work for my skin it never will. I have to be very careful with what I use because often times using an astringent product or getting a facial done at a salon can really mess things up.

I now use Aveda skin care and absolutely love it. I've used the lotion since high school and a few years ago I went for it and added the cleanser and toner to my routine. I swear that I now have an addiction. If I go for even a week without it my face begins to rebel and the effects are obvious. Aveda is expensive, I'll admit, but the results just can't be beat.

I'm sharing all this lovely personal information because I've come across a product that I can't wait to try. While reading WWD I came across a story about a "beauty drink" called Glowelle that was being produced by Nestle. At first glance I was skeptical. (I may have even scoffed.) I couldn't believe that there was a drink for brightening and protecting skin. I realized I was being ridiculous when I remembered that there are drinks out there for "slowing ya roll" and candies with carbonation and caffeine.

What intrigues me about Glowelle is that it claims to protect your skin while making it look better, which is what I'm concerned about. I'm going to the beach next week and I spend that time enjoying myself and relaxing, but in a very different way. A few years back I stopped sunbathing all together. I enjoy sitting on the beach with a book, but 75SPF and a large t-shirt comes along with me. I'd love to get this product in order to just have one more shield between me and the "free radicals".

I can say that I'm still not 100% convinced that this gives any kind of benefit but having natural ingredients and only 100 calories really makes me want to give it a try. Let me know what you think, if you've already tried it!! I'll revisit this topic with a critique after I've determined it's personal worth, but I want to hear from anyone who has already used it!

twirl.

don't you just love a skirt with some good twirl?? the spinning immediately takes me back to being a tiny little child. what makes you feel like a kid?

top: Miley Cyrus for Wal-mart (i can't believe i just admitted that.)

skirt: thrifted

shoes: urban outfitters

jewelry: gold tassel [ebay] purple necklace [from my great grandmother]

twentythree

I can't believe that, once again, it was time for my birthday and I'm a year older. I find that each year I meet the looming birthday with less and less enthusiasm. Maybe this is a mid-twenties funk or learning the realities of getting older, but all I know is that if I feel this way when I'm 23, I'm going to be camped out on the couch with a bucket of ice cream and a box of tissues at 30.

I did realize however that putting on a cute outfit, going to share time with family, and eating some really yummy food is a great way to sneak out of that dark place of "OMG, is this where I thought I'd be at this age??" I guess I can use this post as reference when 30 is upon me and I'm gearing up for my sad night of self pity.

Teal Dress - Forever 21

Flower Necklace - K&G (my newest bargain shopping heaven)

Shoes - Stuart Weitzman via K&G

I loved the back lace detail on this dress. Anything that adds a breezy-ness to clothing is a good thing. It has been sticky-hot here and the night of my birthday was no exception.

I'm mildly obsessed with these right now. Paying 1/3 of the original price may have something to do with that.

I want to eat is all again.

Chris carried my purse and gift for me when we were leaving. The wind was blowing quite hard and since my dress was the length of a night gown I really needed to focus on not flashing the nice patrons who choose to eat outside. I had to capture this because 1) what a great boyfriend and 2) it's my new Marc by Marc Jacobs bag that I bought "hand me down" from a friend at work. It's giant and beautiful and I love it. (that box in his hand holds the gift from my parents. A kindle! I'm so excited about it and, so far, I would recommend that everyone have one)

my sweet parents

my sis and brother in law

The whole crew. Notice that the Luckett ladies know how to pose :)

All in all I had a great birthday. I'm glad that I embraced the day and had fun with it. I'll have to remind myself of that next year except for maybe a whole week in advance this time.

delicates.

There's no crying in baseball.

Siren Song by clairelafaye

Irregular Hem Dress by clothingwholesale

At Tiffany's by mquin
(click the link, the back of this dress is the best part.)

The Alexa Dress by iviemade

Mouseline Tunic by Okapi knits

White Wave by aftershowershop

Bow Print Skirt by imyourpresent

Fringe Dress by My Lola Fashion

Amber Dobby Revival Dress by fcpcares

Amber Dobby Dress II by fcpcares

shutter.

Take that Kanye.

rosie.

My birthday is still two months away, but I've already started looking for a dress to wear. I want to wear pastels and get some sexy nude pumps to go with. I'll be shopping around over the next few weeks and checking thrift stores, but as of now this is the one I've picked out.

We'll see how long that lasts. GO here to see the Orchid Tint color, very Meep!

mum.

tank top - from my mom

beaded bolero jacket - thrift

denim skirt - Old Navy

studded gladiators - J. Aldridge Sea of Shoes via Urban Outfitters

gold tassel necklace - E-bay

flower ring - birthday gift via Neiman Marcus

I have the most amazing mom on the face of the earth. She is my best friend and she always knows how to make me smile. She's beautiful and strong and hardworking. I work everyday of my life to become more like her; more patience, more selflessness. I get my creativity and my hips from her...two of my very favorite things.

My mother always let me be who I was no matter what. She let me dress myself before I knew my left from my right. She developed my personality and nurtured my talents. She is my Meep and always will be.

I wanted to share mine and my mom's outfit on this post, but unfortunately my camera went dead. I'll share mine with you today and revisit one of my mom's cute outfits later.