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Grey Denim + a Plain Ole Tee

It happened. The weather broke. Time for the change up and I'm so elated. I am currently making a list of specific Fall wardrobe items I need to pick up for the season but first the seasonal closet clean out must happen. Out with the old in order to buy new stuffs! This past weekend I styled a friend's engagement photo shoot and I can not wait to see the final images. Hopefully I will get to share them here soon and also I bar tended a boat party on Lake Lanier in GA just north of Atlanta. 

All year round on a casual day you will probably find me in a tee shirt and I found the perfect tee shirt at Zara some months back and bough it in 4 colors and doubled up on the white. I walked into 2 different Zara stores last month only to find our they currently don't make it anymore! *cues majors tears* I am going to hold tight in hopes of a reappearance soon. In the meantime, if anyone has a staple tee shirt (V-neck preferably) send the options my way because currently, I am heartbroken! HELP!!!

Photos by Shannon D of Elevation Events and Design

xo,

CamilleK

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The Ultimate Summer to Fall Transitional Piece

Hello September! We are less than a month away from the official first day of Fall and I couldn't be more excited. Soon we will all be adorned in deep lip colors and tall knee boots and of course adding on that extra piece of outwear to complete "the look." Because this has been a summer full of extremely high temps, I eagerly look forward to a cool breeze and a break from the humidity. Normally I dread the end of summer but this year, summer did me well. I was able to take a few vacations and celebrate life's happenings with family and close friends. As you read this, I am headed home to Philadelphia as a pit stop on my way to Delaware where my wonderful friend will be getting married this holiday weekend. Be sure to follow my Instagram where I am sure to post some snapshots of what I encounter during my travels. You may very well  just see an artistic view of a famous Philly Cheesesteak! LOL

In this outfit of the day, I paired a flowy polka dot sundress with a denim jacket that I got on sale from Zara. Yes, the denim jacket is the ultimate transitional piece. I also wore it over a sweater a few months back with a pencil skirt shown here and here with a pair of joggers. This is that one item that can be thrown over top of anything. Even if you were bold enough to place it over a floor length gown and change out of your evening shoe and replace those with combat boots...INSTANT FASHION MOMENT! To add a pop to the outfit I added a leopard print clutch. Don't be afraid to mix prints;) 

What are some of the Fall pieces that you just can't wait to pull out of your closet? 

Photos by Shannon D of Elevation Events and Design

xo,

CamilleK

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Products I've Recently Used Up

 In attempts to use up the items that have piled up in my bathroom, I have made a conscious effort to actually USE the things I have. I always find myself in a drugstore perusing the aisles for things I don't necessarily need only to end up at the register purchasing a gang of newly released makeup products or items mentioned by friends and random Instagramers. Listed below are a few things I have actually used up to the last drop. You'll see a trend in the products mentioned below as they are of daily use. Also, keep reading to see how you can enter a cute little giveaway that I partnered with two of my favorite Philly girl bloggers; Tisa over at The Gold Curve and Kelly of A Kelective Muse . 

Korres Wild Rose Buff Cleanser - this cleanser has small beads great for gentle daily exfoliation. It's pretty expensive these days. I remember paying $20 or $22 for it and now it's priced at $28...not in a rush to repurchase solely on the price increase

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser - this is a great cleanser. It aids in melting away your makeup as well

Burt's Bees Honey & Grapeseed Hand Cream - best hand cream EVER! Thanks to my friend Lauren for putting me on to this

Dove Go Sleeveless deodorant - this was ok but I will probably purchase a fresh or powder scent next time. I had the sensitive skin one and they normally have no scent or fragrance

Caudalie Divine Oil - this was only a small bottle. It was nice but not sure I would spend extra to get the full size. There is a Shea Moisture oil another friend told me about that I'm going to look into

Olay Complete All Day Moisture Cream - love this stuff! I have repurchased and love it. It has SPF as well which is always great for the skin. It's lightweight and doesn't leave an oily finish after applying. I recommended this to a friend in Cali because the weather was drying her skin and she loves it! This is my pick for the giveaway; see below for deets .

Okay now here is the exciting news. See below for how to enter the #PhillyChicksBloggerPicks Beauty Giveaway:

Post your favorite beauty product and include why you love it, on Instagram

Tag 3 Instagram accounts (@akelectivemuse, @thegoldcurve and @jealousyreigns)

Include the hashtag #PhillyChicksBloggerPicks in your photo caption

Lastly, you MUST follow all 3 Instagram accounts (@akelectivemuse, @thegoldcurve and @jealousyreigns)

*One winner will be chosen, and announced on Monday, August 24th. All entries must be posted by Sunday, August 23rd, 11:59 pm EST. Prizes will be shipped to US resident's only.

I would love to know any good recommendations for an everyday body moisturizer; also known as good ole lotion. I'm searching for something with a mild scent that will last all day. Good luck with that giveaway and I can't wait to see some of your favorites.

xo,

CamilleK

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Sunshine and Lace

I've been gone for a little while but I'm back like I never left. Boggled down with work and travel and simply enjoying my summer. Also my favorite summertime television show is back...Big Brother! So I'm glued to the TV 3 days out of the week.  

Shot these flicks in downtown Atlanta not too long ago and here are the results. Of course more over in my LookBook. 

I hope everyone is staying cool and enjoying their summer.  

Photos by : Joshua Spruiel with JSPhotography  

Xo, 

CamilleK

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Downtown Atl strollin'. I love a beautiful day. Happy Hump Day. Details on this look tomorrow #ontheblog #styleblogger #JealousyReigns // 📷 by: @jsphotographyatl

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May 2015 Goals

Better late than never right? Last month I created a few short term goals, snatched up an accountability partner and got to work! Here's the recap of April's goals:

Post weekly: I only missed the last week of April but I did, in fact, double up one week. I will call this a WIN!

Prepare and Plan: I did just that! I set up a photo shoot for fashion posts and I also scheduled posts ahead of time so I would have content ready throughout the month. This helped create balance and I eliminated the overwhelming feeling I get when I'm struggling to get something up in a week's time

Social Media presence: I created a  Facebook page, gained a few more readers and found that just by simply engaging with people on Instagram and Twitter, you gain somewhat of an increased following. I guess if you aren't active then how can your readers or followers interact with you. I'm  still working on consistency with this.

Contribute: I actually did this as well! I submitted a piece to Brown Girl Bloggers last month and it was a featured post last week on their site. Thank you to Drea who suggested I think about contributing to BGB and also to BGB for thinking it was worth showcasing to your audience. Join the discussion I started over on Brown Girl Bloggers and let me know what you think.

Have fun!: I absolutely had fun getting back into the groove of things and while doing so, I met some new people and bloggers who are into and love the things that I do. 

This month I decided to keep things quite simple and to the point. My goal for May is to GET IT TOGETHER! I am actually thinking that can be rephrased to KEEPING IT TOGETHER! Since the beginning of the new year, I have made a choice to plan, prepare and persevere. I made some changes and feel confident about them all. Although we have reached a little past mid-month, I started working on May in April so I'm not behind, ya feel me?! I plan to continue this streak and move confidently towards  what is for me. Positive energy yields positive thoughts. Here's to a great month! What are your goals for May? Let's talk about it.

xo,

CamilleK

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Trench and Chill

It's Thursday! Well really, it's almost Friday and I'm off work this weekend. These work free weekends come few and far between with me so I am overly excited to say the least. Now what shall I do? Write, relax, partake in a drink or 4. Sounds good to me!

A few weeks ago a photographer friend of mine, Josh, snapped some shots of me while we roamed the downtown ATL streets. Relaxed and casual days are my "go to" look on my off days and you may have noticed previously that I am no stranger to sneakers and also a good jogger;) It's in my rule book to be comfortable while being stylish. 

I figured I would get a few more uses out of my waist length trench before the weather heats up too much. I'm surprised it wasn't covered in pollen by the end of the shoot to be quite honest. I'm dying down here. After moving to Atlanta --yrs ago (nope, not going there...) I had no allergies. NONE! Today, I could possibly need a face mask out here and semi resemble an Ebola patient. This pollen is serious. 

Anyways, you all have a great weekend and enjoy it as much as I plan to.

Be sure to check more shots from this look over in my LookBook.

Photos :: Josh Spruiel of JSPhotography ::

  xo,

CamilleK

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:: Tomorrow :: #ontheblog

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Sephora VIB Picks

Hey hey!!!! Been gone for a week or so but I'm back. This post may come a little late but last Thursday the Sephora VIB Spring Sale started. VIB Rouge, VIB and Beauty Insiders were able to save 10% or 15% off based on your level with Sephora. It's levels to this...

I have probably been to Sephora 4 or 5 times in the last three weeks so I am currently on a hiatus but I did pick up a few items during those trips. I decided to create a small list of some of the items I have been coveting and some that I actually purchased as suggestions if you are looking to pick up or order some "new new".

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum $44 - great for the Spring and Summer months. It's light weight and gives light coverage. I am color Walnut. I wore this a few summers ago and may pick up another tube.

TOO FACED Better Than Sex Mascara $23 - heard great things about this mascara. I actually purchased this one but have yet to try it. 

Beauty Blender Liquid Blender Cleanser $17 - the liquid version of the BeautyBlender Solid I currently own to clean my BeautyBlender mentioned here. Still on my list until my Solid is empty.

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte Shine $36 - very moisturizing and gives a nice tint to the lips. I own color no.15 Corail Intuitive but I now have my eye on no.4 Rouge in Danger

Laura Mercier Fresh Fig Honey Bath $45 - just something luxurious I want to try. I haven't pulled the trigger on this just yet. I just can't seem to decide between this one or the Creme Brulee one. Plus the price isn't very desirable:/

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick $20 - I have it. I love it and I want more colors! I purchased the Bauhaus color which is described as a deep raspberry but I would say it's more of a bright raspberry on me. Initially, I was reading a post over at The Drea Daily and came across a comment from Jen about this lipstick.  She raved about the color L.U.V. but when I went to Sephora to find it, it was sold out. That's okay, I found another gem.

Nars All Day Luminous Weighless Foundation $48 - this foundation seems like something good for warmer months. I would assume it would give a little more coverage than a tinted moisturizer but remain weightless, hence the name. I plan to grab a sample this week on this one in a Sephora store. That's the great thing about Sephora, you can ask for a sample for just about anything. Why pay the money for something that doesn't work for your skin?

The VIB Spring Sale ends today, 4.21, at Sephora. If you are wanting to add any newness to your stash, I suggest taking advantage of the discount as these items never really go on sale. Use code BILOVE for 10% off and VIBLOVE for 15% off your purchase today. Happy Shopping and let me know if you picked up some new goodies.

xo,

CamilleK

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A Girl and Her Shoes: Vol. 1 of Many

What a refreshing way to end the typical work week; SHOES! A few weeks ago I went perusing through the mall with a friend. I don't want to say I went shopping because I just shouldn't be doing that. Anyways, we stopped in the new TopShop that recently opened in Atlanta and I grabbed the babies. My theory is that metallics are always appropriate!

These sandals are so comfortable and light weight. I've worn them a few times and have no complaints whatsoever. The weather here has finally broken and I feel the need to spruce up my sandal collection. The TopShop 'Humidity' sandal just so happens to be the first Spring/Summer initiate. Not to mention, the price was right! Any good shoe finds lately? 

xo,

CamilleK

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April 2015 Goals

Some of you may have noticed my brief sabbatical from blogging. I spoke on this a week ago in my re-emerging post. The last "goals" post I made was for February and it was all about health and fitness. Here's a recap of February's Health Goals:

Gym 4 Days a Week: only missed 2 days! I was motivated because I had an upcoming vacation. Not so sure I would have been as dedicated if not for the need to wear bathing suits. Mission accomplished!

64oz. of water a day: didn't happen! But I have consumed more water these days. Baby steps...I guess

1 week no processed sugar, 1 week no bread, 1 week only fruits and veggies and 1 week of all three combined: the no sugar and no bread was a success; the other two...NOT EVEN CLOSE!

April's goals are focused on this blog and my consistency with it. Here goes:

Post weekly: I want to have some type of new content each week here. My goal is to become more consistent and provide quality posts

Prepare and Plan: take the time out to plan my month's posts, write down ideas as they come and come up with a system for photos

IG, Twitter and Facebook: increase presence on each social media platform. No finite numbers involved but an increase will suffice

Possibly contribute for another blog or at least create a submission

Have fun while doing it all!

What are your personal/professional goals for April? I want to know. Maybe I'll become inspired. Be sure to check out the blogger who inspired me months back to post my monthly goals in the first place; Drea over at TheDreaDaily;)

xo,

CamilleK 

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Makeup; the Removal

Let's discuss the dreaded process of taking off your makeup after a long hard day of....shopping. I'm kidding. Maybe a long hard day of work or errands which may or may not have included some shopping. In my case, it absolutely did. Most days when I wake up in the morning after all my other daily rituals in a bathroom, I take a look at myself and decide whether or whether not I am going to throw on some added personality; makeup. More times than not the conclusion is yes because it makes me feel a tab bit better and puts some "umph" in my step. 

Of course there comes the time in the evening when you MUST take it all off. Otherwise you will deal with breakout problems and dirty pillowcases [insert cringe face here]. I have a few different methods but to be completely honest, if it's late or I am dead tired I am taking a sensitive skin baby wipe across my face a few times and done with it. Now this is not something I would recommend every night but it does the job for the most part. Other times I'll start with eye makeup remover then a facial cleanser, toner, eye cream and moisturizer. I can go in depth in a later post, but you get the point.  

It wasn't until a friend of mine who knows I am makeup obsessed, purchased this little ball of wonder. It's called the Original Makeup Eraser; no chemicals. And just like Bisquick, you only need water. Here's what the instructions tell you to do:

Wash Eraser prior to First Erase!

Wet portion of MakeUp Eraser...Drenched Wet! Use Warm Water

Erase; Gently rub off makeup in a circular motion. Then flip eraser on long nap side to exfoliate

Wash MakeUp Eraser as needed! Dry and Dryer Sheet Friendly

Well, that is exactly what I did with a full face of makeup on to test it out. There was no tugging at my eyelashes and after 4 soft swipes across my eyes and around my face, all of my makeup was gone, including mascara! The cloth is so soft *Lil Wayne voice*. Who got that jokey joke?  Think about those super warm and cozy onezies that Target sells in the winter months...like THAT kind of soft. The only con of the product I will say is that after you use it once and rinse it with water, it doesn't come clean. You have to throw it in the washing machine but I don't wear makeup everyday so this isn't much of a bother to me as it will be for some. I went 3 uses and then washed it with laundry. I may consider purchasing an additional one so that 2 may be in rotation especially since I hit up Sephora recently and have some new makeup goodies to try out.

You can purchase your own Magic Eraser for just under 20 bucks. I take it as an investment well worth the money simply because if you are buying 20 pack makeup wipes at $5/each and using one or two a day, you end up spending approximately $10 every month or so.  This cloth says it will last for 1000 washes. Case closed, I'm sold! If you have one, let me know your thoughts and if you don't, do it! It's so soft;)

xo,

CamilleK

*This post is not sponsored. This post contains my genuine thoughts and opinions.*

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Mental Road Blocks

March is over and I haven't contributed one post to my blog. Everyday this month I said the same thing to myself, "What are you doing Camille?". Each day I felt the need to write but could never pick up the pen or even open this devise and begin to type. Now don't get me wrong, there were times where ideas flowed through my brain but I never took the moment to stop and write it down or punch it into my smart phone to be revisited later that day or week. I just wasn't motivated. I kind of just shrugged it off and told myself I would get to it later. What's so funny or ironic is that as I type now I feel liberated somehow. I feel like I have accomplished something and I'm not even half through this post. It seems like that moment you dive into the things you love is the moment you feel free.

"The moment you dive into the things you love is the moment you feel free."

I didn't even create goals for the month of March. Well let me not short change myself. I did in fact set some financial goals and were very successful in those but other than that, nothing. After waking up this morning and reading Candice's post over on BGB, I felt the need to be vulnerable and express myself. Like her, I just needed a damn break! So many things began to consume my daily thinking that blogging eventually became last if not non-existent on that list.

So in order to stay on track I enlisted a blogging accountability partner. Heeeeeeyyyyy Neosha! This beauty over at ItsRatedNgee volunteered to deal with my wandering mind and help motivate myself to stay inspired and consistent. Oh, and today is her birthday! Happy Birthday Neosha! It's crazy how eager and influential our blogging community can be via social media. We have already conversed back and forth and even committed to goals for the upcoming month. 

My apologies for staying away for so long but I can say that the way I feel typing out this post feels great. Why would I want to stay away any longer? Thank you for listening and I look forward to the months to come!

xo,

CamilleK

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After the gym it's the after party :: La Perla Grand Opening Party :: with my cray cray co worker #cheers #LaPerlaAtl