Getting Glammed For New York Fashion Week

The six degrees of separation never ceases to amaze me. The theory was actually proposed by a Hungarian writer (how fitting!!) Frigyes Karinthy in 1929. It basically says that anyone on the planet can be connected to another person on the planet through a chain of acquaintances that is no larger than five. I’ve become particularly interested in this theory since the start of my time living and going to school in NYC. In the last three years, I have for sure made some pretty amazing acquaintances.

I’ve met Ariana Grande’s life coach, Madonna’s personal trainer, Jennifer Garner’s mom and cousin (and Jennifer herself!), Bill Murray, Orlando Bloom, Jennifer Lopez, Alysia Reiner, Melissa Joan Hart, Amber Sabathia… my list can go on and on – and now it has grown again! In a chance opportunity, I met and had my makeup done by a celebrity makeup artist who has styled and glammed actresses such as Jessica Pimentel from OITNB and touched up models backstage at NYFW for some of our favorite designers.

You might be wondering how in the world I’ve made all of these connections in a span of three years as an 18-21 year old. Sometimes I find myself in awe of it too (heehee). But the best way to get yourself out there and experience all of the amazing opportunities that the world has to offer, is to cleanse your energy and accept the invitations and guidance that may come to you at the most spontaneous times. I’ll talk a lot more about this in an upcoming post, but living mindfully and putting my best self forward has definitely done wonders!

My last encounter was at Caravan Stylist Studio, an invite-only salon and studio for celebrities and influencers alike. They offer services including hair, makeup and nails and are located in the chic Gregory Hotel, just a few blocks from Penn Station. The invite came to me a few months ago, when I had just arrived home from London. Still getting my act together and re-assimilating into a normal routine and setting normal goals, I ended up pushing it off as something I would get to later on.

Fast-forward a few months as I start to get ready to go back to school (and work) and I realize that if my weekdays are so jam packed that I’m worried about if I’ll have time for lunch, there will be very little time for invites such as these! The studio reached out to me a week ago, following up on our previous conversation, and I got the feeling that it was now or never.

Totally worth it. I walked into The Gregory Hotel and up the hidden staircase to the studio, where I was greeted by celebrity makeup artist (and the studio’s Beauty Director), Valerie Star. As Valerie was treating me to a much needed manicure and makeover, we got to chatting about our weeks and I found out that she had started doing some prep-work for upcoming NYFW shows

Overall, the morning was amazing and turned into an afternoon of treating myself to a day in Manhattan on my own. It is incredible how such an exciting and bustling city can cater to your needs while no one (and everyone) watches. I totally loved my nails, Valerie used COLORCLUB nude polish and my makeup was beyond gorgeous… if only I could do that everyday! She used PIXI foundation which was great because it was so light and didn’t melt off me, despite the thick August humidity and Pop Beauty for my eye shadow and liner… I was totally in love with these fun color choices, which led to a fun photo shoot later in the day! x

Stay Classy! xx

Fall Beauty: Peter Lamas Exfoliating Pumpkin Facial Scrub

           We’re officially in the homestretch of summer! It’s time to go back to school but also to enjoy the last few weeks of warm weather while we can. It’s not quite time to switch up your morning coffee order to the seasonal and eternally trendy pumpkin spice latte, but to hold you over while you anticipate this delicious taste and the true start of the fall season, I’ve found an amazing pumpkin exfoliator and just had to share it with you.

The Peter Lamas Naturals Exfoliating Pumpkin Facial Scrub was one of those spontaneous and lucky beauty finds that you only come across every once in a while. Not only is it packaged beautifully, but it is also made from natural ingredients including Pumpkin Enzymes, Apple and Almond Acids, Apricot Grains, Pumpkin Oil, Aloe Vera and Vitamin E. On a whim I decided to give it a try, and the first time I used it immediately had me hooked.

This facial exfoliating scrub does everything its description tells you it will. It deep cleanses, exfoliates and even brightened my skin tone. Additionally, it smells AMAZING. The aroma that wafted around my shower made my stomach grumble. The scrub smells poignantly of pumpkin muffins or even a pumpkin angel food cake. It is sweet and seasonal yet not overbearing. Believe me, you should definitely splurge and try it yourself! The Peter Lamas Naturals Exfoliating Pumpkin Facial Scrub is for all skin types, and retails for $28 and can be found here!

Stay Classy! xx

Late Summer/Fall Trends: UD REVOLUTION

Latest beauty haul thanks to Urban Decay!

According to the fashion world, even though summer has just arrived, it is not too early to start thinking about fall. Believe me, these are not thoughts that I am fans of. I mean sure, I love a good sweater and my black leather boots. But when the leaves start to change and fall off the trees, our color palettes usually turn just about as bare and dull as the empty branches. In the past I’ve experimented with chunky necklaces and statement earrings, both of which I do love and are still trendy. However, downgrading my closet and accessories to take from home to my dorm at school can become stressful, and usually a few important pieces get forgotten in the mix. There’s a new solution to this problem though, an accessory that you can easily wear and carry around with you wherever you go. And fortunately, Urban Decay has created it in the best late summer and fall color palette.

Love the APOCALYPSE shade for fall!

Urban Decay’s new lipgloss collection, REVOLUTION includes fourteen amazing vivacious colors that will brighten any dreary day and complete your look. I have tried five of the fourteen colors, APOCALYPSE, BIG BANG, BITTERSWEET, PUNCH DRUNK and QUIVER and am in love with the collection. The color stays perfectly for hours, so you do not have to worry about re-applying throughout the day. I like to add a clear hydrating gloss over it however, because I could feel my lips becoming chapped as the day went on. All in all, this new collection is fabulous and definitely a must-have for the end of summer and start of fall! Each gloss comes in a really cool looking bottle and retails for $22. I can’t wait to see what UD comes out with next. Check back for reviews of more UD products (blushes, eyeshadows and primers, oh my!) coming soon!

            Stay classy! xx