Review of Tory Burch Caroline Elastic Trim Ballerina Flats

I absolutely love the Tory Burch Caroline Elastic Trim Ballerina Flats. The pair I purchased was a nude color with a wide elastic trim and with the gold Tory Burch logo.  These flats are chic, cute, and what I would consider an investment piece.

I did a lot of research before I splurged on these flats. There were quite a few things I considered before deciding on which flats to purchase. I call this "My 5 Rules of Making a Decision on an Investment Shoe."

One - Why you want designer flats? I was on the hunt for a chic, nude colored shoe that would instantly pull any outfit together. I wanted something that was light in color for spring and summertime that would not only be perfect for work but also for going out.  I also own other Tory Burch products and I have never been disappointed.

Two - How many times do you plan on wearing them? I have a corporate job and also walk around alot in the city, plus I could pair them with any outfit due to the neutral color. I also do wear flats to casual places when heels aren't really appropriate.

Three - What is the material of the shoe and what color would you get the most use out of? These flats are made out of leather. Although they are of good quality I probably would not wear these flats in the rain. Currently I wear black, gold, and nude flats consistently. These new flats would replace my current nude flats and would fit perfectly in the rotation.

Four - Is this something you really need or is this an impulse buy? I've actaully been wanting these flats for the last few months. When making a decision do NOT buy on impulse. Look at the item, go home, do some research, and think about it for a couple of weeks. If you're still wanting the item weeks later then go for it!

Five - Ask yourself does the size run true or is it too small or big? These shoes run true to size - I always get a size 9 and I was happy with my decision. The flats are a tad tight on the sides but they stretch out after a few wears. The shoe will stretch and conform to your feet. Comfort is key. There is no point on spending $200+ on shoes if they are not comfortable. The elastic band on the top of the shoe makes the flats very comfortable.

All in all I am very happy with my decision!

Product Review: ORIGINS GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream

I am extremely picky about my eye creams. I get dark under eye circles very easily for a various amount of reasons - lack of sleep, being up late, stressed out, looking at a computer for long periods of time, etc.  I decided to try the GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream by ORIGINS (retails $30.00).  

The eye cream claims to give a brighter appearance, reduction in puffiness, and to instantly reduce dark circles.  The eye cream is for AM use by just dabbing around the eye area with your fingertip.

So what did I think? I love the fact that the product uses organic ingredients and natural essential oils.  The cream feels smooth and is not greasy.  You only need to dab on just a bit under your eyes. A little goes a long way! I thought that the eye cream does a good job in reducing puffiness and hydrating my eye area, however it did nothing for my dark under eye circles. The cream also has a shimmery tone which I also liked. 

Outfit of The Day Pink Work Outift

This morning when I woke up I looked outside the window and knew it was going to be a warm sunny day.  That instant I knew I wanted to wear a bright, spring dress to work!  I absolutely love the color on this Anne Klein dress and it looks great on a tan complexion! I paired the dress with simple, black pumps and my Tory Burch wallet.

Outfit Details:

Dress: Anne Klein (get it here)
Shoes: Stefani Collection
Wallet: Tory Burch (similar here)

Resort Review: Secrets Resort in Punta Cana

After another long hiatus away I am back with a vengence! Things always keep on coming up and also might I add I went away on a fabulous vacation to Punta Cana in the Dominican! It was such an amazing trip I wish I could have stayed longer! I stayed at Secrets Royal Beach and it was absolutely beautiful, the food was great, the resort was soo pretty, and the staff was super nice and fun!  Doesn't it look amazing?!

Product Review: Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Mascara

Happy Friday loves! I wanted to talk about a new product I had recently tried the They're Real! Mascara by Benefit Cosmetics in jet-black color.  I usually use the DiorShow Blackout and I thought it was time for a change since I haven’t used any other mascara in months so I decided to take my chances with They're Real! by Benefit. 

What drew me to this mascara in the first place was the box and what this mascara claims to do: This claims to curl, volumize, lift, lengthen, and separate lashes..

94% Saw dramatic length & volume
90% Saw base-to-tip curl
94% saw visible lift
100% saw long-wearing results

So… does all this hold true? Yes, however, it depends on how you like your lashes. I like my lashes super voluminous, thick, and curled.  Here is the "before" picture:

What I first noticed was how the wand is designed. It separates all your lashes and does not clump up your lashes. The only downside to this is that you have to apply A LOT of coats in order to see a significant difference. I did also notice visible lift and my lashes did seem to curl upwards – I am guessing due to how the wand was designed. And Lastly, yes, this mascara is long-wearing. I had trouble getting it off but nothing that a great makeup remover won’t be able to get off.  And here is the "after" picture!

So, is this mascara worth the price? For me, I would say no. However, I think this mascara works great for work time – nothing crazy just simple and really separates your lashes.