Summer Hair Care: Hair Masks

During the summer, it's always about skin care.

Protecting your skin is the hot topic. But what about protecting your hair?

The sun does terrible things to your hair.

Hair masks are the perfect weapon to combat the sun's damage!

Summer Hair Care: Hair Masks by aglitzylife featuring amika beauty products

Here are some of my favorite hair masks.

My all time favorite is Aussies 3 Minute Miracle.  It's extremely cheap and works miracles on my hair.

The Gloss Moderne High-Gloss Masque and Amika Nourishing Hair Mask both came as samples in my Birchbox.  They both have a divine smell, and leave my hair feeling luscious and smooth.  They are both a little more on the pricy side, and I don't know if I would shell out the money to buy them.  However, if you are looking to indulge, I totally recommend them!

The last two (It's a 10 Miracle Hair Mask and TRESemmè Reuvenating Mud Masque) I have not tried, but heard nothing but great things about.

Do you have a favorite hair mask?

xoxo

I'm Back! {Summer in Spain}

Hola everyone!

Lo siento (Sorry) that I've been MIA for the past three weeks as I did a summer program in Spain and had VERY limited wi-fi access! 

But I'm back and will be posting more regularly now!

Spain was absolutely amazing.  It was my first time traveling to Europe, so I wasn't sure really what to expect. However, the beauty of Spain exceeded my expectations. 

I spent most of my three weeks in Barcelona taking Spanish and photography classes and did weekend trips to Madrid and Girona. 

The people there were so nice, the food was delicious, and the buildings and architecture was exquisite.

I made lifelong friends all while soaking in the culture and improving my Spanish.

The Spanish culture is absolutely amazing and I had such an amazing time in the city.  

It was an experience I'll never forget and I can't wait to return to Barcelona.

A building by Gaudi.

Details on a building.

At the Boqueria.

Barcelonetta Beach.

Tour of Camp Nou Stadium where FC Barcelona plays.

A little alley we walked everyday to lunch.

View of Barcelona from Park Guell.

Sagrada Familia.

At a Barcelona fashion event.

Girona.

Yummy gelato.

Hope you enjoyed the photos!

Talk to you soon!

xoxo

Summer 2013 'To-Do' List

I swear by 'To-Do' lists.

I make lists for everything: school, shopping, errands.

There is no better feeling than accomplishing everything on a list.
They make sure you stay on track and complete everything that needs to be done.
In this case, I've made a summer 'to-do' list of everything I want to do!

Summer officially starts for me Wednesday after school.
However in my mind it has started weeks ago.
I can't wait to have few cares, spend time with friends, and finally get some sleep!
I'm hoping to make this summer really great!

Summer 2013 Bucket List by aglitzylife 

These are just a few of the many things I plan to accomplish this Summer!

What do you have planned for this summer??

xoxo

Waterproof Makeup

I always like to go a little lighter on the make up during the summer.

I'm not completely comfortable going out with no make up on, however I like to go with as little as possible.

Between sweating from the heat and swimming in the pool, there are a lot of factors that can play a role in your makeup coming off during the summer months.

Luckily, there are numerous waterproof cosmetic products that can help beat these irritants.

Weather your at the beach, walking around town, or working at a camp, these products will give you a natural, flawless makeup look!

Waterproof Makeup by aglitzylife featuring maybelline

What does your summer beauty routine entail?

xoxo

Seersucker Love

If theres any fabric material that reminds me of summer, it's seersucker.

It epitomizes that preppy summer outfit.

I love how adding seersucker to an outfit can instantly make it feel more summery.
I saw these Vineyard Vines seersucker pants {below} and absolutely fell in love.  I have a few pairs of seersucker shorts from J.Crew but not any pants.  I think they would be really great with a white blouse and sandals for a cute dinner outfit.
Here are some other seersucker items i'm eyeing!

Shop!

 {Pants, Skirt, Sperrys, Hair Bow, Swimsuit, Blazer}

xoxo

Spring Shoes

I can't wait to put away my boots and start wearing shoes that show off my pedicure!

In New Jersey, it's warm one day, then cold the next.

I always find the Spring time the trickiest for deciding on the right time to rotate out all the bulky sweaters and in place hang up sundresses and shorts.

There have been so many different shoe trends for Spring this year.  

Being on a budget, it's impossible to try them all.

So I've comprised a little shopping guide of shoe tends below for easy access to this Springs hottest shoe styles.

For me, I'll definitely be picking out some printed and metallic shoes!

Which trend is your favorite?

Sneaker Wedge - While this shoe is not for everyone, they are definitely everywhere right now!  I'm not sure that I'm adventurous enough to try out this trend, but if I did try them out, I'd probably pair them with a skinny jean, white tee, and maybe a light utility jacket for an effortless, sporty look.

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Boat Shoes - It might it just be because I'm a huge Sperry lover, but it seems that Sperrys have invaded every big department store now.  From Nordstrom to Bloomingdales, these have become extremely trendy.

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Printed - Forget those plain sandals or wedges you have.  Why not try something a little more fun?  These shoes will make a statement with whatever outfit you wear.

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Neon - There is nothing neutral about these hues.  The brighter, the better.  These are perfect for adding that pop of color you want for your spring outfit.

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Embellished - Whether they be studded or spiked, embellished shoes add the perfect amount of edge to any outfit.

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Metallic - One tip I like to use when styling metallics is to treat them like neutrals!  They go with pretty much anything.

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xoxo

Back to School: First Day Outfit

Picking out the first day of school outfit is always stressful.  You want to come back to school looking great, and be noticed for all the right reasons.  It's hard picking out an outfit that looks polished, appropriate, put-togehter - but not like you tried too hard.  Here are some ideas of what I've been looking at for first day outfits.

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I really love these lace shorts.  This outfit looks so effortlessly put together with a simple tank.

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These shorts are beyond adorable!  If I can find a similar pair, I think they could make a really cute outfit!

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I love the knitwear in this outfit!  I feels slightly more fall (which I cannot wait for!) with the sweater.

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This outfit is really casual but denim shorts with a nice white blouse and sandals could look really cute!

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I really love the navy lace shorts in this outfit!  They look really nice with a plain white button-up oxford.

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Lastly, this outfit is the most simple and casual out of all of them, but there is something so great about denim shorts and a striped top.  This can defiantly be dressed up with sandals and some jewelry.

What does your usual first day of school outfit entail?

xoxo

End of Summer To-Do List

I can't believe how quickly the end of summer is approaching!  With only four weeks (exactly!) left of summer, I'm literally freaking out.  I'm extremely anxious about starting my junior year of high school.  Trying to ease my anxiety about starting school, I want to make sure that I fill the rest of what's left of summer with fun and exciting things to do!  I made a list of all the things I need to do before school starts and my life ends.

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1. Go to the beach a few more times! 

Working on a sun-kissed glow for picture day!

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2. Do a little back to school shopping at the best boutiques in SoHo.

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3. Volunteer more!

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4. Run a 5k!

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5. Have a backyard camp fire {with s'mores of course!} and catch up with good friends before the craziness starts.

What do you want to accomplish before summer ends?

xoxo

Sunday Snapshot [7.22.12]

Today I will be landing in Las Vegas pretty early and spending the week here with my family!  I'm excited to get away from home for awhile however I'm defiantly not looking forward to the 100+ degree weather.  

I am going to try and get at least two posts up this week!

In the mean time, here are some things I've been loving!

 

The only thing the makes me excited for school to start - Lilly Pulitzer Agenda!

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Thinking this will be my new favorite quote.

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Love love love these turquoise Jacks!

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Completely crushing on these for Fall.

On Replay: this mashup of Nsync's Girlfriend and Justin Bieber's Boyfriend

Hope you had a great weekend!

xoxo

Beach Reads 2012

  I hope everyone had a great holiday!  I spent my Fourth with family just relaxing and BBQing at home.  There is nothing better than nice weather and nice company for a holiday.
  Anyway, today I wanted to share my favorite books to read during the summer.  I always, always have at least three books plus magazines in my beach bag.  I am a huge reader!  During the summer I gravitate more towards quick reads.  I have a Kindle and I swear, use it everyday.  I'm always purchasing more books on it.
  So if you are looking for some book recommendations, here are mine!

L.A. Candy by Lauren Conrad

Sweet Little Lies by Lauren Conrad

Sugar and Spice by Lauren Conrad

The Fame Game by Lauren Conrad

The Hills used to be my absolute favorite show on TV (I have every season on DVD!) and Lauren Conrad was definitely my favorite.  Her books are about two friends who are casted on a reality TV show that takes place in LA - sound familiar?  They are a fun, quick read - perfect for the beach.  I read the first three and can't wait to read The Fame Game.

Summer at Tiffany by Marjorie Hart

Summer at Tiffany is probably my favorite book.  It's a memoir about two women, Marjorie and Marty who work at Tiffany in Manhattan for the Summer in 1945.  The story is just really touching.  I also really love learning about how New York City was years ago.  I read this book again every summer.

Pretty Little Liars  by Sara Shepard 

I started reading this series in the seventh grade - three years ago.  From then I've read every single one.  They are just the kind of book that you can't put down.  I also love love love the TV show on ABC Family.  They are another quick, easy read that are perfect for summer.

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Lastly, if you haven't read The Hunger Games trilogy yet, then you have to this summer! The first book starts out really slow, but it gets really good - to the point that you can't put it down!
Plus...
My Summer Reading List!
Here are just a few books I plan on reading this summer!
- The Fame Game by Lauren Conrad
   Her first three novels were good, hopefully this one will be too!
- Most Talkative by Andy Cohen
    I love Andy Cohen - he is absolutely hilarious!  I heard this is a "laugh out loud" kind     of book and I'm really excited to read it!
- White Girl Problems by Babe Walker
     Heard this was an absolute must read.  I have really high hopes for this one!