Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! Hope you all had a fabulous Christmas spent with loved ones. The holidays come and go so fast! This was the first year I was not home for Christmas so it was bitter sweet!! I did enjoy the LA weather compared to the treacherous snow on the east coast. I wanted to share this adorable top I found at Forever 21. Have you noticed that's been my go-to place lately?? They have a lot of cute apparel and all reasonably priced. Have to love that :) This bell sleeve lace top is less than $40. I'm an 80's girl at heart and love a good bell sleeve. I styled this top with a pair of super cute leather leggings. I stumbled across this house in the Hollywood Hills area and thought it matched perfectly with my outfit! This house looks like something from London, not Hollywood! So adorable :) Shop my look below ...
Moto Cap + Lace Up Skirt
I was strolling through the mall and this adorable Moto cap caught my eye! It was one of those accessories that you can pair with SO many outfits! Of course you cannot walk through Forever21 and only buy one thing. My eyes continued to wander and one thing led to another and this whole adorable outfit came about! Cozy cream sweaters with mini bell sleeves are a must this fall. This color will go with so many other outfits, such as a black skirt, distressed denim, and leather leggings. I am already imaging all the possibilities! At times I have a bohemian 80's girl vibe, which this suede lace up skirt goes perfectly with my style. I've been seeing suede skirts at so many stores this season, which makes me so happy. To top this outfit off, I lastly added my favorite over-the-knee boots. They are always on repeat because they are so comfortable and the black color matches ...
Velvet Slip Dress + Velvet Booties
My favorite velvet slip dress and booties to wear this Fall! I also linked more cute velvet styles for under $20! Who says you can only have one velvet dress? They are perfect for the holiday season! When I think of Fall and Winter, I get excited for velvet and suede. I have been dying over these velvet booties (similar here) Did I mention they are on sale and under $35! For Christmas last year my Mom bought me this velvet dress last year from American Eagle Outfitters and was bummed that they didn't bring it back, but I found similar velvet slip dresses and I linked them below. I pared it with a white tee but can be worn without a tee underneath. Drape a leather jacket over it and your ready to hit the town! I was very proud of my boyfriend who took these photos and I think he captured the outfit perfectly. Do you have your boyfriend or hubby take your ...
It’s All About Accessories!
Hope you all are having a fabulous weekend. I was so excited because I met on of my favorite beauty influencers, Marianna Hewitt, Life With Me blog at Revolve on Saturday! She is such an inspiration and sweet person! If you have never been to Revolve on Melrose you must make a stop there. It really is the cutest place and everything there is photo worthy! I could not wait to share this adorable outfit with you guys! I felt as if I should have been in Paris in this outfit! This ribbed top from Forever21 is less than $15 (linked below) I also found a similar sweater here that is oversized and looks so cozy! I paired it with a black skirt and matching black accessories. One of my favorite Rebecca Minkoff bags, loafer slides and a fiddler cap really helped add the finishing touches. Accessories are my favorite touch to add to any outfit. They can really change up your entire ...
Best Night Sleep with Tomorrow Mattress In A Box
Curled up in soft white sheets, spread out across a long cozy mattress that hugs to every curve. I found my cozy spot and could lay here for hours. The memory foam Tomorrow Mattress has exceptional support and form-fitting comfort. The Tomorrow mattress provides 3 factors in creating the most comfortable night's sleep- cooling, comfort and support. Tomorrow's cooling memory foam mattress is by far the comfiest mattress I have ever slept on! Not only, does it provide inch-by-inch support for your entire body, but the high density memory foam provides pressure relieving comfort. Another factor that I really love about the Tomorrow Mattress is that it is shipped and arrived to your doorstep in a box! Yes, that's right a mattress in a box! This is the best invention because when living in an LA apartment it can be difficult to get a queen size mattress across town, up flights of steps, ...
Authentic Thai Food in LA
Image source: Emporium Thai When my taste buds are craving something spicy, my favorite meal to eat is Thai food. One of my favorite dishes is Chicken Pad Thai-extra spicy! My boyfriend Ricky and I love trying new spots around LA to indulge in authentic Thai food. We are so happy we came across Emporium Thai food in Westwood, CA. You are instantly greeted by a cheerful hostess and can hear the soothing noise of a waterfall. The dim lighting atmosphere is very relaxing and the perfect date night spot. Image Source: Emporium Thai Once we were seated we could not wait to look over the menu. As we searched through the menu there were so many great choices to choose from! The appetizers included veggie rolls, Thai dumplings, chicken lettuce wraps and a few other that sounds mouth watering! We decided to go with the Thai Buffalo Wings. The Thai Buffalo Wings arrived at our table ...
Beauty Product Review- Clarisonic Mia 1 + Acne Fighting Products
As the weather starts to change my skin care routine also changes. I wanted to share my step by step Fall skincare routine to achieve clear and confident skin using Clarisonic. Adding new products into my routine has given me the chance to see what really works to help clear up my skin. First, I start with the Mia 1 Facial Cleansing Brush ($129). It is the perfect addition and has so many great benefits! The Clarisonic gently flexes the skin and flushes water and cleanser into pores. It removes dirt, oil and debris that age your skin and cause those awful breakouts. The Clarisonic works great for removing makeup and cleansing the skin. I was amazed at how much makeup was still left on my skin when only using my hands and soap to cleanse. The Clarisonic reaches deeper into the pores and removes the makeup. The Clarisonic facial cleansing device does not exfoliate (it's a myth!) it ...
How To Balance A Blog + Full-Time Job
How To Balance A Blog + Full-Time Job The morning was crisp and bright and my creative juices were flowing. I gathered my thoughts and swiftly started writing my ideas into my journal. I quickly realized that a passion of mine has been growing and evolving over the years and I wanted an outlet to express it. After much contemplation, I created an outlet that was a little corner where I can express my passions and interests, and most of all my be in my happy place. My blog, Christine Marie was born. I feel so passionately about my blog because it is a platform that I created and I love that it's my opinions and aspirations. You get a glimpse into my life and personality. I also love connecting with like minded people who share the same interests as me. Collaborating and not competing with similar people who are all inspired by one another is a great community to be apart ...
Kikay Collection Faux Suede Dress
Fall fashion is on the rise and I love being able to showcase all things suede, such as this red faux suede dress paired with my over-the-knee boots. Behind the scenes little fun fact is now that the sun is starting to set earlier, my boyfriend and I were raising the sun after work because the golden hour is so precious! I love the way my photos have more a warmth feel to them. To tell you the truth, I rarely own any red dresses in my closet. I was excited to receive this Faux Suede Assymetrical Dress from Kikay Collections to spice up my wardrobe and add more color into my life. This effortless dress can quickly transition for day to night. Accessorize with a Moto jacket to transition this dress to a night out with friends. I also love the length because it's not too short and can be worn to work with a cardigan. I recently styled this red little number for ...
KENRA Professionals NEW Collections!
KENRA PLATINUM SNAIL COLLECTION + KENRA PLATINUM HEAT BLOCK SPRAY Hope you all had a fabulous weekend! Mine was one of those weekends that was filled with lost of errands and organization (AKA adult-ing!) It's refreshing to get all of that out of the way so the following weekend I can go to farmer's and flea markets. Right now, I'm getting prepared for the work week. I've added a new hair care set to my morning routine. As you know, I am a huge fan of KENRA Professionals. Their products are amazing and make my hair look beautiful. I'm excited to introduce to you the new KENRA Platinum Snail Collection and KENRA Platinum Heat Block Spray. KENRA Professional Snail Collection Yes, you heard right, Snail Collection!! This collection is the fastest growing anti-aging Korean beauty secret and first professional hair care product infused with Snail Essence, a highly ...
