Spring Beauty Essentials

bareMinerals Bareskin Foundation // Bobbi Brown Art Crayon // Josie Maran Argan Oil
St. Tropez Bronzing Spray // Dove Dry Shampoo // Dior Creme de Rose Lip Balm
Boscia Luminizing Black Mask // Organix Argan Oil Lotion // NuSkin Renu Hair Mask

Lately, I've been trying a lot of new beauty products, from hair masks, to lipsticks, to face oils, so I decided no better time to write some quick reviews of everything I've tried lately, as well as a few of my favorite go-to products. Coming from someone who is extremely picky with all beauty products, not everything ends up in the win column for me. I have very fine hair, and a lot of products either make it greasy or weigh it down. I also have super sensitive, fair skin, meaning I have reactions to many products and break out pretty easily. 

That being said, many of the products I've tried recently have been absolutely amazing and I am beyond excited with most of my new goodies. The lipstick thing has probably been the most difficult for me though. I have never felt that I am someone who pulls off lipstick easily, so I literally spent about 2 full hours in Sephora a couple weeks ago. It seemed to be worth it, because I left with a gorgeous raspberry lipstick (above), as well as a list of others that looked good. That, and super chapped lips that took a couple days to recover...

The Lust List Vol. 18

1. Generation Love Pants // 2. Otte Dress // 3. Zoe Karssen Sweatshirt // 4. Gorjana Ring // 5. Joe's Jeans Shorts // 6. IRO Sandals // 7. Zimmermann Bikini // 8. Maiyet Necklace // 9. Maiyet Bag

Funny story about this week's lust list... I saw almost every single one of these pieces in person (minus the sweatshirt and ring) over the weekend. My mom was in town, so we did some major shopping/browsing, and hit all of my favorite stores. It took a lot of self control, but I didn't end up splurging on anything (other than this Lululemon sweater which I've worn the past 3 days straight). As a result though, I have a long list of things I now want, and know exactly where to find...

The pants above were a hidden find at the Equinox shop - they're definitely not workout pants, but they are the most comfy, silky pants. I'd throw them on with flats during the day or heels at night... definitely a must have. The print dress from Otte? Just gorgeous. Throw it on with a belt. Enough said (they also carry this print in shorts and a blouse - DYING!). I also discoveredMaiyet this weekend, tucked in on Crosby street. I can't believe I've never even heard of it before. They make the most gorgeous, classic pieces (a bit pricey), but the bag above was too amazing not to add to the list. It's even more amazing in person, trust me. Those IRO sandals? Yea, I want every version - sandals, booties, black, white, black & white, you name it. And you can see them all here.

Rainbow Wall

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Maxi Dress c/o Piperlime // Gap 1969 Denim Jacket // Dolce Vita Sandals || GiGi New York Clutch // Julie Vos Bangle // Julie Vos Pendant

Photography by Amber Griggs

I am absolutely in love with this rainbow wall. New York is full of the most amazing backdrops, whether it is a painted mural in a random alley, a busy city street, historical buildings, upper east side mansions, any one of the parks, the coast, brownstones, quiet village streets.... the list could go on and on. New York is a play ground for bloggers, photographers, fashion - you name it.

Funny story about this dress. I actually won it from Piperlime - through a twitter contest! I literally have not won anything in my life ever, except for my NCAA bracket this year, so I must be on a roll. It is the most gorgeous, silk maxi dress ever, and the print is amazing. I've already worn it numerous times, and I'm sure this won't be the last. I'd love to pick up the shorts version too while they're still available... 

Hope you all had a great weekend!