My Top Three Scents [at the moment]

I am always switching up what scent i'm wearing, but there are a few perfumes that have been staples for me recently. 

 From left to right: 

Victoria's Secret Body Mist "Scandalous" 

Jo Malone Cologne "Peony & Blush Suede"

Lavanila "Vanilla Coconut"

What is your favorite scent at the moment?

xoxo

HaileyGrace

Jo Malone: Peony & Blush Suede

One of my favorite Christmas presents this year (though I loved them all & feel so grateful) was a JoMalone scent. It was definitely unexpected! 

The packaging is clean, classic and beautiful. The scent inside is just as lovely. In the bottle, the scent smells of a heavy floral scent. Once on the skin it is a long-lasting, light floral scent where the peony stands out. It lasts all day with just a spritz on the neck and wrist. Not to mention I feel absolutely luxurious wearing it.

With a pretty price tag it is a bit of a splurge, but worth it. Get to a Jo Malone counter and find the scent you love! 

                  Find it here: http://bit.ly/1E47hWb

xoxo

HaileyGrace

Marc Jacobs "Lolita" Palette

This is a classic eyeshadow palette that received a lot of hype a few months ago in the blogger community. While I have owned it for a while, I have recently started to use it as my go-to palette for a simple eye shadow look. 

The packaging of this is amazing & screams elegance. The shadows also do not disappoint, with neutral shades in both shimmer and matte, this palette is great for a quick eye shadow look. While I do wish the shadows were a bit more pigmented, layered over a cream eyeshadow base like the Maybelline color tattoo, they work wonderfully. 

Here are a few close ups of this beauty: 

 

xoxo

HaileyGrace

Back to School [OOTD]

It's that time of year again: classes, studying, late nights & a ton of coffee (though that's every day)

Back to school

Despite the fact that summer is over & I'm beginning my final year of college (which is simultaneously exciting and terrifying) I love any excuse to find new Fall outfits! This one is a cute look that is casual but still dressed up with a statement boot. 

            

                                                                                       Shirt: TJ Max

                                                                             Cardigan & Boots: Kohls 

                                                                                       Jeans: H&M

What is your favorite thing to wear on the first day of school?

xoxo
HaileyGrace

Back to School Haul [Video]

So...

It is that time of year and oddly enough, it is my final "back to school" time ever. I am entering my final year in college and I truly cannot believe how quickly the time has gone. That having been said, I went out on a little shopping excursion looking for Autumn basics: rich colored pants, solid blouses, cardigans and boots...let's say the mission was successful. I filmed a video of all I bought if your curious what clothing I deemed essential for Fall. Happy back to school!  (I know...I know...there is no such thing. None the less.) 

xoxo
HaileyGrace

California Love [Newport, Seaport Village, Balboa Park]

Of the independent cafes I tried, I found my favorite at Newport Beach. On the boardwalk by the beach rests Newport Coffee Company & I couldn't get enough. My favorite was a classic iced latte: refreshing & energizing.

I then ventured to an adorable taffy shop where I strategically picked one of each flavor that piqued my interest (except for the birthday cake flavor...I added a few extra pieces.) 

We spent majority of the day here on the beach, shelling. Newport was one of my favorite beaches of the trip because you had a bit of everything. You could lie on the beach, shell or swim in the water, walk the boardwalk or ride bicycles. Not to mention the absolutely stunning view. 

Seaport Village & Balboa Park was another beautiful (tourist) spot. The culture & shops are fun and welcoming. I will definitely return here next time i'm in town. 

This iced cappuccino speaks for itself. (YUM.) 

These shorts were a little purchase on the trip from the Fashion Q at La Jolla. 

I finished my last night in California spending a bit of time with my dad walking the beach & watching a "California sunset." I feel so grateful for experiencing such an incredible vacation. I cannot wait to return. 

Much Love. 

xoxo 
HaileyGrace

California Love [La Jolla]

Time for the second installment in my California adventure blogs. The second half of my trip was filled with multiple trips to La Jolla, Newport Beach, Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego and more! Before I jump right in, I devoted an entire blog to one of my all time favorite days; wine tasting with my sister in wine country. Check it out here! 

We took many trips to La Jolla where I was able to see that sea lions, visit old friends, shop at the Fashion Q, try authentic gelato and eat delicious food at Richard Walker's Pancake house. 

This little hidden cave was incredible to explore. 

Outfit: Crop Top-Brandy Melville, Skirt-Target, Shoes-JC Penny

The tide pools were filled with incredible aquatic life and is a protected habitat. 

We also took a trip to the San Diego Fair, which was huge compared to my hometown county fair I am used to.

Watch this space for the final installment in my California blogs! 

Much Love. 

xoxo

HaileyGrace

Spring Colors & Sweet Poetry

Not only is E.E. Cummings one of my favorite poets, but this print from Twisted Sister (a local boutique) simply makes my heart happy. 

With it officially being Spring [as of yesterday], I spruced up my lip color with a lip gloss from Revlon and jazzed up my nail polish with a gorgeous lilac color from Loreal in "royalty reinvented." The ring in the picture is from Henri Bendel :)

What beauty changes do you make when the sun starts shining and Spring is declared?

Much Love!

xoxo
HaileyGrace

Your type of snow day

Snow days can be a lot of different things: relaxing, fun, stressful, cozy and so many others. Ideally, I like snow days to be restful, but the past few I've been graced with this winter season have been much needed to catch up on work. 

While it does help to have a productive day in my PJs, I want to encourage those of you who are stuck inside for the day to use it to take the type of day you need. If you need a day off and the weather permits, take one. If you need a day to organize your planner, your office or your house, take one. If you need a day to catch up on work or school, like me, take one. 

I like to get ahead on assignments, catch up on emails or phone calls, and study for upcoming exams, but sometimes I sneak in a few minutes to take some pictures of the beauty. Here's a few beauts I've taken on my snowy work days! 

Coffee, Quidditch & My Cat

I hope you enjoy your snow days if you have them & take the type of day you need. 

Much love. 

xoxo 

HaileyGrace

Current Skincare [Cleansing]

Skincare is so important. I've heard it said that you have to take care of what's underneath the makeup if you want to wear makeup in the first place. We can take our makeup off, but the skin we have...we're stuck with...literally. 

So first, love your skin & accept whatever state it is in! I have combination skin and I get breakouts, but I think it's so beneficial to be comfortable in the skin you're in & know that...you are beautiful. 
Ok, after a bit of a motivational ramble [hope you don't mind], here are the current products I use to cleanse my skin! 

MAC Cleanse Off Oil - I use this first when cleaning my makeup off. It is awesome because you can use it to remove that stubborn mascara and eyeliner, but it doesn't sting or hurt your eyes. It really helps with my cleansing process. 

Philosophy "Purity" - This is a simple, fresh cleanser that is great for sensitive skin. It is not a makeup removing cleanser, but it is great after I use the MAC cleanse off oil to get the tough makeup off. It also has a really pleasant, calming scent. 

Clean & Clear "Deep Action Cream Cleanser" - This stuff is GREAT. I bought a mini version of it because it was on clearance and I fell in love. It is great for deep cleaning pores, which is one of my top grievances with my skin. It has a creamy consistency but applies easily to the skin when mixed with a bit of water. 

The Body Shop "Tea Tree Skin Clearing Facial Wash" - I read up on Tea Tree oil a lot and discovered that it is great for blemished skin & really helps to purify and cleanse. The scent is potent, but I have actually come to love it. I use this cleanser in the morning mostly. The combination of the fresh scent with the way this cleanser leaves my skin feeling refreshed truly wakes me up. I would highly recommend this product! 

With both the Clean & Clear and the Body Shop cleansers I have seen a noticeable difference in my skin, which is crucial for me to like a product. I want to see & feel a noticeable difference. 

What are your current cleansing favorites? 

xoxo
HaileyGrace

Off-Road Adventures [Outfit]

Part of what I think life is all about is spontaneity and adventure. I went exploring in a historical part of Freehold, New Jersey with my friend the other day and we didn't miss an opportunity to pull off the road and take pictures underneath an amazingly old railroad. 

The stone archway we took photos under, with the railroad directly on top, was dated 1922. One of the main reasons I love experiences like this and history in general is the connection with those that came before us. I wonder who has been in the same places that I have and what their lives were like.

I got a bit carried away with photos, but I hope you enjoy them! 

 Dress: Kohls

Jacket: Delias

Scarf: Craft Show

Boots: Target

Leggings: Lauren Conrad at Kohls

xoxo
HaileyGrace