Bonjour! {OOTD}

Well, since it has decided to stay on the chilly side for a few extra days this spring (boy, I am hoping that we can just stay steady in the 70's for a little while! :) I have been taking advantage of the cooler weather and wearing my favorite sweaters as you saw in my previous post.  Here is another fav.....and what do you think about this skirt from Target?!

Bonjour sweater via ASOS (sold out) / Old Navy Jean Jacket (old) / Maxi Skirt via Target (mine is "Grassy Glen" , also sold in black and coral) ONLY $24.99! / Tiffany & Co. bracelet / Steve Madden watch / Etched Charm necklace via Etsy / Stella & Dot Luna Wrap Bracelet ( I wear this ALL the time - if you are looking for a versatile bracelet look no further - seriously!!)

For reference on the skirt: I am 5'10"...I wore flats underneath because I wanted the look of the skirt touching the ground. I like that you can play with where the waistband lands, though. You could easily wear it a bit higher if you are any shorter or just don't want it on the ground. 

Today will call for much lighter clothes as we will actually be back in the mid 70's - yay!  Hope you all have some sunshine and warmer weather to start your week, too :)

XO

Jessy 

Green Anorak + Coral + Leopard + Neon (whew!)

Well, we are back to cool temps in Cincinnati  - gone are the beautiful warm 70's and 80's (sigh) at least for a few days.....50's with quite a breeze over the last few days so it is really pretty chilly.  It has made it necessary to layer and wear jackets and sweaters.  Oh well, at least I get to use my sweaters a little more before packing them away for the summer, right?!  Always looking on the bright side....... ;)

 Forever 21 Neon Yellow Sweater (similar here)/ Old Navy Sweetheart Jean Capris / Rampage wedges / Steve Madden bag / Kenneth Cole Watch / Stella & Dot Rebel Pendant

Paige Denim Jimmy Jimmy Skinny Ankle jeans / Mossimo Coral Sweater / Mossimo Polka Dot blouse / a.n.a. Anorak jacket / Steve Madden bag / Necklace (a gift from my mom) / Stella & Dot Luna Wrap Bracelet / Rampage wedges (old)/ Kenneth Cole watch

F21 Leopard sweater / Old Navy Sweetheart Capri / Roxy flats / Steve Madden bag / Rebel Pendant / Kenneth Cole watch / Stella & Dot Luna Wrap Bracelet

How has the weather been where you are? Warmer temps or are you still in sweater weather?

Hope your weekends' are fantastic!! 

XO

Jessy 

Mentions of Sunshine

So I have to start by saying that I do not know why I have been wearing so much yellow lately and why, oh why, do I seem to like it so?!  Seriously, I have never really been "into" yellow. So then why I have been buying it, wearing it and accessorizing with it I do not know. Perhaps it is subliminal. Maybe I am so over the dreary winter weather following us into spring and I am just trying to infuse some sunshine?  Anyone else doing this, too or am I all alone in this new crush??

Whatever the reasons or however on my own with this one that I am that is what this post is dedicated to....my "mentions of sunshine". Enjoy! :)

TJ Maxx haul the other day...woohoo was I happy with this one. The perfect length and size Hudson Whitcomb bootcut Jeans, a great pair of Paige roll cuff skinny jeans (Seen worn in photo below) and this beautiful sunshine yellow top!

 Max Azria top / Paige jeans / Mossimo flats (old)

So this is really what started it.....the Francesco Biasia bag that I picked up in La Jolla, CA. I was so surprised with myself then that I chose it, but I did.  That seemed to get the "yellow ball" rolling!

The bag....again!  

Old Navy Perfect T / A.N.A. skinnies (old) / American Eagle wedges (old)

Joe Fresh dress (also in pink multi) / Gianni Bini Blazer / Banana Republic pumps 

Just wearing this very comfortable, very light weight and super light and bright dress can put you in a warm weather mood (plus I got lots of compliments all day long on it which is never a bad thing - LOL!).  

I bought this Gianni Bini jacket (and skirt although I have not worn them together :) after seeing in in a runway show and falling in love with it. The fit is beautiful and the fabric is so soft. It is incredibly beautifully made with fantastic details. If you are looking for a bright, fun and GREAT blazer I would recommend this one without hesitation! 

I don't know if they are sold out in stores yet, but I snagged this one in JCP. Can I tell you how happy I am that JCP is carrying Joe Fresh and that I just got another 20% discount card in the mail?!  I feel a shopping trip coming on :)

Happy Thursday everyone!

XO
Jessy 

My Skin Care Routine (Night time)

I had shared my morning skin routine with you a couple of weeks ago here. Today I am going to share with you my night time skin routine.  

 Wholesome Organic Sugar / Clarisonic Mia / Philosophy Purity face wash / Dickinson's Original Witch Hazel / Mario Badescu Drying Lotion / Jose Maran argan oil  / Jan Marini Instant Refining Exfoliator

I wash my face every single night before bed (EVERY night) and I always use my Clarisonic Mia. After wetting my face and the Mia I use the Philosophy Purity wash. After washing I put some Dickinson's Witch Hazel toner on a cotton ball and use it all over my face. This stuff is so cheap, can be found at most drug stores and it all natural. It rivals any "fancy" toner product on the market and really works. Non-drying, non-irritating.

After thoroughly cleansing I put several drop of Josie Maran argan oil on my finger tips and massage it all over my face and neck (whatever is left on your hands I always massage into my cuticles and around my nails!).  It feels amazing and you wake up with your skin feeling so hydrated and healthy. I can't imagine a better moisturizing product for overnight. 

Once or twice a week I will exfoliate my face and lips (yes, lips! It will smooth them like nothing else :) with the sugar and a little water (this is my favorite brand).  I do this right after I wash my face and before using the witch hazel. Just apply a little water to your face and hands and then gently rub about a tablespoon of sugar gently over your face and lips for at least one minute. The sugar will begin to dissolve. You can rinse with luke warm water afterwards. 

In addition I will use the Jan Marini Instant Refining Exfoliator (see pic below) once a week. I do really like this product, but I like exfoliating with the organic sugar just as well - maybe better.  Jan Marini is not cheap (about $90 for this container) so I don't think I will buy it again.....just not enough "bang for my buck".  It is probably the best performing exfoliator I have found on the market though and I have used a few. It you currently don't exfoliate then I would recommend starting with the organic sugar - I want to stress to use the organic. You do not need to be rubbing bleached sugar with chemicals all over your face - yuk! It you don't like that then you could always try out a product like Jan Marini. It is definitely more refined and maybe easy for some people to use (less abrasive than sugar crystals).  

The one product I forgot to picture with my other items was my eye make-up remover (see stock photo below). I have tried so many eye makeup removers from every drug store brand to high end department store brands.  The best one (especially for the money!) to me is the Maybelline Expert Eyes (for waterproof eye makeup).  I apply it to a cotton ball and then hold it on my closed eye lid for a few seconds before wiping the makeup away. This helps to keep you from needing to rub the eyelid too much which stretches out that delicate skin and can pull your eyelashes out. It is also so moisturizing which can be hard to get used to at first (can feel "greasy"), but it is so good for that skin around the delicate eye area. 

I do go for a micro-dermabrasion facial each quarter (4x per year) and more often if I can.  My skin feels incredible afterwards.  I have tried dozens of different facials and this is the one that I go back to and use consistently. It is by far the best treatment for my skin.

I also use a Retin A product every other night on my skin before I put on the argan oil.  This helps me tremendously with the brown spots/hyper-pigmentation.  

So there you have it!  I think that is about all the info I can give you about my skin care routine (between this post and my morning routine here). I hope that maybe there is something that you learned and thought might help you with your current routine. 

I would also love to hear about yours....I am always open to knowing what other ladies do for great skin and willing to try something that may work better for me than my current routine :)

Hope your week is great so far....Happy Tuesday!!!

XO

Jessy 

I Love PINK! {OOTD}

Okay, so who really knows me certainly knows that I love pink (Hey, Rachel Zoe - I am that girl who loves pink! I am sure you are reading this blog, btw - LOL ;)

I love all shades of pink, but lately I am really loving the bolder brighter ones like the jacket pictured in this OOTD.

 Jacket via JCP (current) / Ankle Pants by Seven7 via TJ Maxx (current) / Lace tank by Eyeshadow via TJ Maxx (old) / American Eagle Peep Toe Wedges (old) / Stella & Dot Rebel Pendant, Renegade Necklace and Luna Wrap Bracelet / Kenneth Cole White Leather and goldtone watch / T+J Designs Pave gold tone bracelet / Scarf via Target (current) / Studded black leather bad via TJ Maxx (past season)

Question is do you like to wear pink??? Too much "girlie" for you??  I would love to hear your take! 

Well, I am off in the morning for a girl's trip!  So excited. 9 of us are headed to Lousiville, KY for the Women of Joy conference. I have wanted to attend this for years and this is my year!  Hoping my husband will be okay with all 4 kids for the entire weekend.  I know he can handle it - I just hope they take it easy on him :)

I will miss you all, but will be sure to catch back up on Monday!

Have a great weekend!!!

XO

Jessy 

Army + Florals {OOTD}

Surprise surprise we were back to cold temps today in Cincy - at least the sun was shining! I will take it :)  I have to dress warmer than the April date indicates I should have to, but I am trying to be a little more "spring-y" than the temps are feeling.  Today I brought out this very versatile (and warm) army green anorak but had to go floral underneath for the "spring appeal".

I hope you are experiencing better temps than we are here. I have to say that I do not like the "hot" temps of summer and I am kinda dreading those, but  I could really use some 60's and 70's here - please!!!! 

On another note: why do I look so angry in these pics?  I really wasn't I promise - haha!!! 

I.N.C. Skinny Jeans via Macy's / A.N.A. Anorak jacket via JCP (current) / A.N.A. Floral Blouse (old) / Nine West Cross body bag / Rampage wedges (old) / Stella & Dot Renegade necklace and bracelet / Stella  & Dot gold Soiree studs / Fossil Braided Leather watch / Sunnies via Loft / Essie Smokin' Hot

And finally....my bed comes tomorrow!!!  I am SO excited!!! Been waiting 8 weeks for this baby to be built and it is done. I will post pics as soon as I can get them  :)

XO

Jessy 

Spring Fever {White Jeans/Pastels}

I can't believe that it was literally snowing this morning - ugh! Come on it is April 1st!! 

Red's opening day in Cincinnati and it's SNOWING!!  Luckily, as I type this, the sun has decided to show up, the snow has stopped and it is looking decidedly "spring like"outside...maybe doesn't feel like spring, but we will take what we can get. Maybe this was nature's way of saying "April Fools"? :)

So onto my outfit post for today....I am really obsessed with pulling out all my pastels (and buying new ones) and nothing goes better with my pastels than white!  Early?  Maybe. Do I care?  Nope. LOL

Nasty Gal Lavendar Trench (sold out)/  Banana Republic nude pumps (seriously could live in these! sold out) / Old Navy Sweetheart Skinny Jeans / Pastel Tunic via TJ Maxx (in stores now) / Stella & Dot Rebel Pendant / Stella & Dot Soiree Studs (in gold) /  Stella & Dot Luna Wrap Bracelet (pictured below) / Essie Turquoise and Caicos nail polish via Target

Are you all loving the pastel trends this Spring?  Anyone else digging out their white pants, dresses, skirts? I would LOVE to know that I a not alone :)

 Come on warm weather....we are waiting!!!

XO

Jessy