what i’m loving right now.

ombré lips.

For my birthday Erica got me this great dual lipstick from Bite, which is perfect for doing easy ombré lips.

Bite Beauty lipstick

It was so simple - I just did the dark (red) shade on the outside of my lips, and the lighter (fuschia) shade on the inside. It’s not as fancy as the ombré lips/tutorials I’ve seen on makeup blogs, but it does the trick. Voila!

ombré lips

 

ribbon hair ties.

ALSO a gift from Erica…thanks E ;)

Um, why didn’t anyone tell me about these things sooner?! They’re so much better than regular hair ties as they don’t break or leave creases in your hair. Not to mention they just look cuter in your hair and/or on your wrist.

ribbon hair ties

 

vaseline spray & go moisturizer.

Ok – this stuff is a game changer. I’m slightly OCD about using body lotion every day, and Vaseline Spray & Go makes it SO much easier. I still love regular body lotion and body butters, but when I’m in a rush this is great for quick application *and* quick drying.

I’ve only tried the Cocoa Radiant one, which I love – it smells like cocoa butter!

Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer

 

roasted veggies.

Nothin’ fancy or new here, just good old big bowls of roasted vegetables. I’ve mentioned before how roasting vegetables (with lots of spices) is the best way to make them taste good, and lately I’ve been making big batches ahead of time.

roasted veggie prep

Smothered with some Annie’s Goddess dressing = perfection.

roasted veggie bowl

(I have a great guide to roasting vegetables on this post)

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What are you loving right now? Any of these things?

Suave Professionals® Moroccan Infusion review + giveaway.

I’ve made it no secret here on GML that good skin care is something that is really important to me. Considering the number of lotions and moisturizers I own, you might even argue it’s a borderline obsession…

Living in New York City, my skin is always getting a beating. The weather can be so unpredictable, and this time of year with the literal arctic weather, my skin needs all the help it can get. I’m always out and about for meetings and social events, so it’s important to have skincare products that can not only moisturize, but also add important nutrients and antioxidants to keep my skin healthy and radiant.

When I was offered to try some of Suave’s new Body Care products, I was hesitant at first, only because I’ve always ever known Suave as a line for hair products. I trusted the brand, though, so decided to try it, and was very pleasantly surprised when I did.

For the first time, Suave® Body Care is launching products in the Suave Professionals® line, offering women everywhere access to premium quality products with the finest skincare ingredients. Suave Professionals® Moroccan Infusion features authentic argan oil from Morocco, a lightweight miracle oil known to be rich in nutrients and antioxidants. The new premium range leaves skin looking and feeling beautifully silky and radiant and is clinically proven to moisturize as well as Moroccanoil®.1

The Suave Professionals® Moroccan Infusion Body Care line includes Body Lotion, a daily moisturizer that absorbs quickly for up to 24 hours of non-greasy hydration, and Dry Body Oil Spray, a non-greasy formula that absorbs instantly, locking in long-lasting moisture. The Dry Body Oil Spray is perfect for special occasions such as adding radiant sheen to legs. With a light, luxurious fragrance, these premium products create beautifully silky, radiant skin.

Find more information about the Suave Professionals® Moroccan Infusion Body Care products at www.Facebook.com/SuaveBeauty. There you’ll find tips for radiant skin, style advice from celebrity stylist Brad Goreski and you can enter the “Radiant Wishes” sweepstakes for a chance to win Suave Professionals® Moroccan Infusion products, a spa day or a trip to Los Angeles.

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Which of the Suave Moroccan Infusion Body Care products you would most like to try? Leave your answer in the comments section for the chance to win a $1,000 gift card!

 

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all about layering {jewelry}.

If Speakable doesn’t give enough of a hint, you should know that I’m a HUGE accessories girl. While I love clothes, my personal style is attributed mostly to how I accessorize my look(s) – be it handbags, scarfs, shoes- but especially jewelry.

Sometimes I like to keep my jewelry minimalistic, and other times I like it over the top. Layering is a great way to take simple pieces and combine them with others to turn your jewelry into an eye-catching statement.

some tips for layering jewelry:

1. DO mix it up. Styles, lengths, colors etc. Make it fun!

2. DON’T layer necklaces & bracelets at the same time – pick one to emphasize (unless they are subtle pieces).

3. DON’T wear big earrings if layering necklaces.

4. DO trust your own judgment. If it looks like it may be too much, it probably is.

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Do you like layering jewelry? What’s your favorite jewelry piece?