Favorite Winter Beauty Products

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With winter in full swing, it's the time of year when my skin completely freaks out and becomes a huge problem.  In dealing with the unpredictabilities my skin is capable of, there are a few products I wouldn't be able to get through these long, cold months without.

Favorite Winter Beauty Products by lovelexik featuring a body moisturizer

I have a problem when it comes to lip products.  I have at least two chapsticks/lip-glosses in my pockets at all times.  I go through tubes of Baby Lips like no other.  Hands-down, they're my favorite drug store product.  I'm also obsessed with Sugar lip tints.  They're super moisturizing and the tinted ones give the perfect amount of color.  If you're looking for a gloss, Clarins Lip Perfector is my favorite.  For an over-night treatment, C.O. Bigelow balm is amazing.  You go to bed with dry, cracked lips and when you wake up, they're, like Beyoncé would say, flawless.

It's not until the cold dry months of winter that I realize how amazing my Clinique moisturizer is.  There's a reason it's a cult favorite - it works.  In addition to my daily moisturizer, sometimes I need a little something extra for dry patches.  First Aid Beauty's Ultra Repair Concentrate treatment works wonders.  It's magic in a jar.  

Another great overnight product is Origins Drink-Up Intensive mask.  A weekly mask can make a huge difference in your skin.

Dry, frizzy hair is never a good look.  For as long as I can remember I've used Aussie's 3-Minute Miracle hair mask.  It always leaves my hair feeling soft and smooth.

I go back to the arctic (State College, PA) next week and you can bet that I will be brining every one of these products back with me.

{If you're looking for more great products for this awful time of the year, check out this post!}

Spring Shoe Trend: The Slip-On Sneaker

I've been so obsessed with finding the perfect slip-on sneaker. 
Like it's actually become an obsession. 
Everyday for the past two weeks I've been scouring the web for the perfect pair.
I'm not entirely sure which one I want in my closet (well actually I want them all) but I've narrowed it down a little!

I'm looking for a versatile shoe, one that I could wear with a bunch of different outfits.
I also want one that can be dressed up (well, as dressed up as a sneaker can get) in a cute outfit, but also one I can wear with cutoffs and a tee during the summer.

Right now I'm leaning toward the Joie 'Kidmore' in black (upper right hand corner below!) but I don't want to commit just yet. 

The slip-on sneaker is super hot right now and I can totally understand why.  
1. It's a sneaker - so it's comfy. 
2. It's much cuter than most sneakers.  The options this season are endless!  Leather? Yes. 
3. Easy to throw on - no laces!

I think the slip-on sneaker is going to be my thing this spring.  I can feel it now.

These are a few of my favorites at the moment!

Spring Shoe Trend: The Slip-On Sneaker by aglitzylife featuring slip on shoes

{Click above to shop via Polyvore!}

How do you feel about the slip-on sneaker?

xoxo

My Snow Day Essentials

I'm extremely happy to be sitting home right now in my sweats with hot chocolate instead of being at school.

Due to Hercules, the winter storm that hit the Tri-State area last night, we had a snow day today!

Last night I spent some time with my best friend Sam (& luckily neighbor!) watching scary movies and non-stop laughing.  Today, I'm hoping to catch up on some reading for school and cleaning.  

Today I wanted to share what gets me through these snow days!

snow days! by aglitzylife featuring H&M

[You can click the picture above to shop the products!]

You can bet that I'll be drinking something hot like dark hot chocolate or a vanilla latte!  And what even makes them taste better…? A really cute mug of course!  I'm obsessed with this one from Ashley Brooke Designs.  My outfit consists of a comfy Wildfox sweatshirt (love this 'East Hampton' one! it reminds me of summer on this dreary day!), yoga pants, and some slippers!  And to stay extra cozy, a beanie!

Today I'm really hoping to get through season three of Hart of Dixie!  I started watching it on Netflix over break and I've fallen in love with the show.  I need to finish before the season four premiere on January 13th! 

But like I mentioned before, I have so much reading that I didn't do over Christmas break that I have to catch up on…ooops!  

And I can't go to the gym so I'll probably do some Tone It Up videos at home!  Oh, did you see their show last night on Bravo!?  Karena and Katrina are the cutest friends and I literally laughed throughout the whole episode!  Can't wait to see the rest of the show!

I planning on being super productive today!

What does your snow day look like?

Hope everyone stays safe today!

xoxo

Pura Vida

A while ago, I came across these bracelets and immediately fell in love with the brand.  I always appreciate a brand with a great back story and that is exactly what Pura Vida has.

Here's a little bit of their story:

Two friends went on a college graduation trip to Costa Rica and met two men selling bracelets on the streets.  Basically the two friends loved the bracelets asked them to make hundreds of bracelets that they could take back to the United States and from there, the brand Pura Vida was born.

What I really love is what the brand itself represents.  The name, Pura Vida translates to 'pure life'.  It symbolizes "enjoying life slowly, celebrating good fortune and not taking anything for granted."

The selection of bracelets on the website is so overwhelming!  There is literally a bracelet for everyone, from bright neon colors to simple black and gold.  
There is also a section of bracelets made specifically for different charities such as 'Save the Dolphins', 'Breast Cancer Awareness', and 'Give2TheTroops'.

I decided to gift some of these bracelets to friends & family this Christmas and had no trouble finding a different bracelet for each one.

I even bought one for myself!  This one benefits Hurricane Sandy victims, a cause close to home.  It's really fun to layer with other bracelets!

What is even greater about this brand is that every purchase helps in providing full-time jobs for local artisans in Costa Rica.

 It's great to know that the product you are purchasing helps others! #guiltfreeshopping

Click below to shop Pura Vida!

Pura Vida by aglitzylife on Polyvore

Let me know what you think!
xoxo

Party Girl! (On a Budget!)

I hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving and a successful Black Friday!

With Black Friday comes the start of the holiday season and with the start of the holiday season comes holiday parties!

Who doesn't love all the food, mingling, and pretty outfits a holiday party?

To make your decision of what to wear a little easier, I put together a collage of some of my favorite party pieces. 
And because I know you probably spent way too much money today(it's totally okay...no judgement here), everything on this list is UNDER $100!

Party Girl! (On a Budget!) by aglitzylife featuring satin tops

What will you be wearing this holiday season?

xoxo

Spotlight On: Joie [+Help Philippine Typhoon Victims]

I've been meaning to write a post about Joie, one of my new favorite brands, for awhile now, but just haven't gotten around to it.

However I received an email today about a great opportunity to score 20% off your shoe purchase by doing a little good!

Basically, the deal is if you bring a pair of old gently worn shoes to Joie boutique, you'll receive 20% off your shoe purchase!

By donating your shoes, you are helping victims of the Philippines typhoon, who desperately need whatever they can get.

I know you have those shoes in the back of your closet that you never wear anymore (we all do!)...so why not trade them in for 20% off a new pair!

[and maybe get the AMAZING pair of cobalt heels below??]

Click here, to check out a blog post on Joie's website for more information!

So now a little more about the brand: Joie (pronounced juh-wa) is a contemporary brand based out of LA with boutiques located in New York City and Los Angeles as well as products in big department stores like Bloomingdale's.

Over the summer I purchased a Gilt voucher for $150 worth of store credit after falling in love with the brand.

The Joie boutique in SoHo has a great selection and the sales women there are really sweet!

I bought two sweaters and they have become two of my favorite tops to wear.

They are unbelievable soft and great quality for the price!

If you are into simple, chic pieces - then this is the store for you!

Spotlight On: Joie by aglitzylife featuring a colorblock sweater

xoxo