Christmas Wishlist 2017

Hey there beautiful girls I wanted to share my Christmas list with you all this year. I have been way to busy for words this last few months. My plan is to really devote more time to my blog once the new year rolls around and things calm down around here lol. Listed below you will find the top items that I hope come my way this holiday season. I hope you beautiful ladies get all you want and a little extra!! Until my next post!!

First on my list is a staple. I ask for a new planner every year, last year i fell in love with the Lilly Pulitzer planners and haven;t turned back. this year I hope to get this one specifically, the elephants are gorgeous. you can find this planner at lillypulitzer.com You can also purchase it at one of my favorite department stores Nordstom

Next up are these beauties. I have been wanting a pair of Hunter gloss boots for about a year, however I wan't a fan of the older style because they're so heavy on the feet. The new "refined" version of these boots are right up my alley. The silhouette is so chic and polished that i must have these. you can also find these at Nordstrom

A few months back I saw these on one of my favorite YouTuber's Makeupbytiffanyd, and fell head over heels in love. She purchased them in black but I am really wanting them in the style featured in the photo above. They are the Tom Ford " Anoushka" sunglasses and they are LIFE!!! You can also find these beauties at Nordstrom

And of course we couldn't end this post without makeup!! This foundation has been on my wishlist for at least 2 YEARS!!  I have sampled it a few times and I'm always so impressed with the coverage and flawless finish. this is a must where makeup and foundation is concerned. You can also find this at Nordstrom 

Lastly I couldn't leave before mentioning a fragrance. this has been on my list since it released a few months back. This fragrance is lovely and is a great addition to the N5 family. this has those classic notes of the original with a fun modern day twist that I'm obsessed with. You can purchase this directly from the Chanel website. They also offer free gift wrapping that is absolutely beautiful.

Christmas Wish List Part 2: Makeup

So as we all know Christmas is swiftly approaching and we girls love gifts!!!!!! If you are anything like me you've been dropping hints to your friends and loved ones regarding what you would like to see under the Christmas tree this year!! In a previous blog post I let you all know a few things I wanted to get this year which were mostly body products (because I'm addicted to body products lol) In this post I wanted to share some of the makeup items that are on my list. I hope that you all find something that you are interested in putting on your list as well, or just get inspired by some things that you may have been debating on getting. I hope this helps you all pick some holidays goodies. Enjoy and until next time XOXO!!!!!!!!!!!









First up is this AMAZING blush from Dior that I have had my eye on for some time now. The color on this blush is simply amazing on WOC.

Keeping things in the blush family I have really been eyeballing this gorgeous coral blush from none other than my favorite Chanel

Next up is this beautiful rose colored lip duo from Chanel

Of course I couldn't for get about the eyes, and of course I have heard nothing but great things about this mascara from Chanel Le Volume De Chanel has a cult following

This next product really intrigues me every time I go to the Dior  counter and it's the Dior water proof eyeliner in brown. I really wanna see if I'm going to love this.

In my last post I mentioned the lip glow from Dior which is still on my list, but since then I have had a lot of recommendations to try the Creme De Rose lip balm from Dior.

NexGen, Nail Care and Starbucks....................

Hey there beauties!! I wanted to stop in and share some new things that I have discovered over the past few weeks that MUST be shared. First are Nexgen nails!!! This is an awesome nail technic that is quickly gaining popularity and tons of buzz. Their claim to fame is that they  look and feel natural and cause no damage to your nail beds. I have only had my first set on for about one week, but I can already say I am hooked. The process to get them applied is basically a "dipping" technic in which the nail tech adds a coat of an acrylic adhesive and then "dips" your nail in the colored powder in layers until this thickness is appropriate. There are hardly any files used except for shaping purposes and absolutely no drilling involved. The adhesive along with the colored powders are vitamin enriched thus making you natural nails strong and durable, instead of weak and brittle like traditional acrylics or even gel polishes. The whole process only took 45 mins, meaning I was able to get them done on my lunch break from work which was a plus. The salon that I went to ( and will continue to go to) provided over 100 colors in a variety of shades and include a free removal process with every application. Meaning no extra charge to get them off in addition to getting a new set. My total was only $33 which was FAB considering everywhere else in my area charged $45 and up. I will list the info to the salon below if you are in the Atlanta/Alpharetta area. I will also link below the products I have been using to keep my cuticles moisturized as well as my hands and nails.

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My favorite cuticle oil

my favorite hand cream

The next thing that I wanted to mention to you is for my coffee lover, and that is the chestnut praline latte from Starbucks!!!! OMG this is total latte goodness to the last drop. I tried one the other more night on my early drive to work and I must say Christmas came to mind.I do believe that I will be enjoying one Christmas morning for sure!!! If you get the opportunity stop by your local Starbucks and grab one. Until next time!!!!!!!! XOXOX, Roya 

                                                      This is a candid of mine from IG 

Favorite Fall Fragrances

Hey beauties I wanted to share with you my top 8 favorite fall fragrances. I simply love fragrance, I think that its an essential part of any outfit and can really have a huge impact on your mood. Fragrance in my opinion can dress an outfit up or down and inspire you greatly. Listed below you will find the fragrances that I am reaching for most this season. I will try to provide the links to everything that I find, most of these fragrances were purchased from sephora. I hope you all enjoy, until next time.................XOXO, Roya



Dolce & Gabbana Pour Femme;Here

Dolce & Gabbana The One:Here

Chanel N5 Eau Premiere:Here

Victor & Rolf Flower Bomb:Here

Theirry Mugler Alien:Here

Lancome La Vie Est Belle:Here

Giorgio Armani Si:Here

Chance Chanel EDP:Here

Skincare Essentials

Hey there beauties, I wanted to share with you all my current skincare routine since it has been requested from a few of my subbies on YouTube. Just a small back ground about my skin type and my main concerns with my skin. My skin is seasonally combination, which means it oily in the spring/summer months and dryer in the fall/winter months. Over the last 2 years or so I have been using all natural products on my skin. I started using Origins products exclusively and over time moved to using some products from Clarins. Both of these companies offer plant based natural products that my skin simply LOVES!! During my healthy skincare journey I discovered that my skin hates chemically based products and especially dislikes highly fragrance products. Several products that you find in the drugstore or even in high end department store seem to have a very bad reaction with my skin. my skin stays pretty clear and I have very few breakouts I attribute that to current routine. Listed below you will find all the products that I am currently using and loving (Links included). These products really assist me in combating hyper pigmentation and discoloration which is something that many women of color experience. Check out my latest YouTube video linked below to see my current routine. I hope this helps you all!!



Cleansing tool: Clarisonic Mia Here

Makeup Removers: Origins Cleansing Oil Here
                                Equate Makeup Wipes Here

Masks: Origins Charcoal Mask Here
             Origins Drink up Intensive Here

Exfoliate: Origins Modern Friction Here


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Daytime Cleanser: Clarins Cleanser Water Here
Daytime Toner: Target Up&Up Witch Hazel Here
Daytime Serum: Origins Plantscription Serum Here
Daytime Eyecream: Clinique All About Eyes Here
Daytime Moisturizer: Origins Make A Difference plus Here

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Nighttime Cleanser: Origins Checks & Balances Cleanser Here
Nighttime Toner: Target Up&Up Witch Hazel Here
Nighttime Serum: Clarins Double Serum Here
Nighttime Eyecream: Clinique All About Eyes Here
Nighttime Oil: Tarte Pure Maracuja Oil Here
Nighttime Moisturizer: Origins Night A Mins Here



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My Newest Obsession...........Saffiano Leather!!

Hey there beauties!! I wanted to share a few things that are fashion related with you in this blog post. Lately I have been totally OBSESSED with saffiano leather!! So much so that when my wonderful hunny purchased the LAUREN By Ralph Lauren Tate tote in Dove Grey for me as a "just because" gift a few weeks back, I felt like I needed a couple of new pieces to compliment the bag. This bag is absolutely fabulous and perfect if you are like me, a working mom who is always on the go. I will feature a photo of the bag below and also link it for you.

Upon carrying this bag for several weeks I realized my beloved Kate Spade wallet was needing a break. So me being me I was officially on the hunt for something new. Leave it to Nordstrom to never steer me wrong, I ran across the Rebecca Minkoff Mason wallet and was instantly in love!!! This wallet was exactly what I needed, its large enough to hold what I need in addition to fitting well in most of my bags. The leather on this wallet is so sturdy and the wallet is very well crafted. Since this was my first small leather good from Rebecca Minkoff  I was a little worried considering I hadn't heard much about the brand. I must say I was beyond pleased, in addition to getting me the Mason wallet babe also got me the Molly metro wallet which I can't wait to use for traveling and throwing in my cross body bags. All in all I am pleased with my new saffiano leather goods and plan on adding to my collection soon. I recommend this particular type of leather for those who want something that's really going to hold up over time. I hope you all enjoyed this post and I'll see you in the next one. Until next time.......................XOXO Roya


LAUREN By Ralph Lauren Tate Tote Here


Rebecca Minkoff Mason Wallet Here


Rebecca Minkoff Molly Metro Wallet Here

Christmas Wishlist Already?!..............Chanel, Dior and More!!!!

Hi there beauties, I wanted to stop in and share with you my extreme excitement for the upcoming season. I truly adore the fall and winter months. And just like a kid as soon as the weather cools I start thinking about Thanksgiving and Christmas. Since I have already started decorating our home in " fall like" decor, I thought it was only necessary to start my Christmas list which is quiet large this year considering I usually never want anything! Most of these items have been on my list a great portion of the year and I think this is the best time of the year to get around to picking them up. Most of these items are beauty related of course, but hey who doesn't love a good beauty product or two right?! Listed below is the start of my list ( I've been adding item periodically lol). Let me know what you plan on putting on your Christmas list this year. And of course I'll share any links that I can find.

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Bar Soap here 

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Body Creme here

Chanel Chance Eau Vive here

Dior Lipglow here

Soap and Glory Righteous Butter here

Carol's Daughter Body Set here

XOXO, Roya