Working on my Six Pack!

I have a deal with myself: Get definition in my abs and I will splurge on a Triangl or Kiini bikini. Since it didn't quite happen this summer my journey continues to get my dream abs! So the next few months will be filled with lots of cardio and ab conditioning, like this video! (You have to do both or it won't work!) I think it's really important to work towards a reward or a goal. At least for me it definitely helps with motivation. Hang a dress on your wall that you want to rock, sign up for a race, or like me promise to splurge on a great pair of jeans or a bikini to show of your hard work. It will definitely help you find a reason to exercise. 

This was a fun workout to do because it's equipment free and you can do it while you watch your favorite show. I mean you could just sit in the boat pose for the length of your show...

Hope you feel the burn and enjoy!

Love you lots!

Conferencing in Toronto!

Similar Shirt (here & here) || Similar Skirt (here & here) || Spanx Tights ||

Nine West Nude Shoes || Rebecca Minkoff Bag || Kate Spade Cluster Earrings ||

Michael Kors Watch || David Yurman Bracelet ||

So if you don't follow my Instagram (which you should!), you might be surprised to find out that I'm in Canada! I flew across the country and into Toronto to go to a marketing conference! So I took advantage of some real fall temperatures to wear this tweed skirt and one of my favorite basic cream shirts. Both of these items are older and already hanging in my closet, but the skirt still had the tags on it! I found a few similar items for both! I really want the Topshop skirt and the J. Crew Factory one, but it is a little to similar to this one to justify the buy. 

I hate being cold and we are in downtown Toronto right next to Lake Ontario, so I packed a pair of tights. This pair is by Spanx, which I generally hate because they squeeze too much, but it's the best pair of nude tights that I've found. My mom actually called me after she saw them to go find the same pair. They are great, as long as you don't mind wriggling into them!

Then for a business event like this one, I fully believe that you can't go wrong with a nude shoe. This pair is the Caress from Nine West. (The website is down, but I will update with a working link as soon as it works!) I have owned two or three pairs of these over the years. They aren't too expensive and I wore the others out from too much wear. But since they aren't terribly expensive I've always gone back. Plus, they're pretty comfortable! 

Time to do a little exploring around Toronto!

Love you lots, 

September (and August) Obsessions!

Bella Candles (can't find it online but check your local Target!) or a Similar Illume Scent || 

Ginger Peach Tea || Habit Nail Polish || OGX Hair Products || Neosporin Lip Renewal ||

The Blacklist || The Fall || BP. Tee || 

I might have missed making a favorites video last month. (I definitely did...) So this month, I combined the two to bring you my favorite things to transition into fall with! I tried to cover all the bases in this video from my favorite tea to the beauty products I've been loving! 

Let me know what some of your favorites are or if you like any of the ones I talked about! 

Love you lots, 

Why Not Me? by Mindy Kaling

*Psst* Click the picture to find a copy

I think Mindy Kaling is so funny! I love her show, I love her style and I love, love, loved her first book. When I found out that she was writing her sophomore book I jumped online and preordered it months ago. Then when it was released, it showed up in my mailbox and I had no idea what it was, but when I ripped open the packaging I immediately started reading! 

If you've seen The Mindy Project, you'll know that Mindy is the expert of the (not-so) humble brag and this book is no different. It did turn me off a bit because I remember her first book being a lot more about the punch line and less about the successes that she's experienced. That's also most likely because she's in a totally different place in her life and so that's what she had to write about. I also know that when she talks about being "a little bit famous," it's meant to be tongue-in-cheek, I get the sarcasm, I just got bored with it after a while. 

I think my favorite section was the one about body image and how Mindy sees herself. It was a great mix of the honest truth and some great jokes. Just because she's not a size two a lot of media outlets and fans put a spotlight on her because she's a "normal person." I don't think that's necessarily fair and this chapter shows that Mindy might not think so either. She talks about wanting to be confident with her size and be a positive role model for women and young girls, but she's very honest about having some of the same confidence issues we all do, which is really refreshing! And I don't want to spoil anything, but the section on Juicing was probably my favorite. 

At the end of the day, I still love Mindy! And this book will happily sit next to its predecessor, but like most movies I think I still love the original more. 

Love you lots, 

It's all about LEG DAY!

I love a good leg workout! I am admittedly not a huge fan of my thighs (a problem I think many women have), but a good leg day makes me feel like I am working towards a goal: Achieve Carrie Underwood legs! Yep, it's a big goal! 

Matt made this workout specifically to work the muscles in your legs that often get missed in a normal workout. So not, this time! 

Enjoy your workout! 

Lots of love, 

Stripes and Military Vests

BP. Striped Top || Similar Military vest (found mine at Marshall's || J. Crew Jeans || 

Similar Peep-Toe Booties || Similar Bag || Forever 21 Earrings || Michael Kors Watch || 

Nasty Gal Sunnies || Make Lipstick (in Radicchio) || Habit Nail Polish (in 21 Nefertiti) ||

It isn't often that you find your new favorite shirt for an amazing price. At least not in my wardrobe. My favorites are usually things that I save up for and then wait for them to go on sale so that I can put it onto one of my matching hangers and add it to my closet. This shirt, however, is the exception. I got it during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (wow that seems like so long ago!) and I have worn it like crazy! Even though it's not on sale anymore, it's still only $18! It's true to size, fitted through the arms and has a great high-low hem so you can get away with leggings and a jacket if you wanted. 

The purse is old from Francesca's, but I love the classic structured look and I carry it often! I love a statement purse, but you really can't go wrong with a great basic bag! Plus, that way you can play with some statement jewelry or other accessories and you won't overwhelm your look!

Now that it's fall (officially), I will definitely be rocking a darker lip and I love this red lipstick. My lips tend to dry out really fast when I wear lip product, but this lipstick is really creamy and moisturizes really well! In addition to a dark lip, this nail color is my new favorite. I don't want to give away too much and end up repeating myself, so just make sure you catch my September favorites next week! ;) 

Make sure you spread some sunlight today! 

Love you lots, 

 

Celebrating Fall!

Deepa Gurnani Necklace || Becca Ombre Palette || Tatcha Rice Enzyme Powder || 

No Poem Polish || Dauville Coasters || Swing Design Valet Tray ||

I loved this Special Edition box!! Because Fall is my favorite!! 

I can't wait to use each of these products and I hope that you enjoy them too! 

Love you lots,