Since July is quickly ending and August is upon us, I
figured what better way to end the month then a monthly favorites?
I’ve always viewed July as the purest summer month. I think
its because when I was younger school was finishing up in June and it was
starting again in August so July was always purely reserved for chilling by the pool
and relaxing. As I’ve gotten older July has morphed into a month where I’m
comfortable experimenting with different fashion and makeup looks. Since school is out and you’re not seeing all your peers everyday there is a sense of
freedom that is lost during the school year. I use this time to develop
different daily routines and try new products.
Here’s some things I’ve been enjoying this month in the
fashion and beauty realms along with some other gems.
1. Bralettes - I don’t know about you, but in the summer my
number one need is to be comfortable all the time. Bralettes are perfect for
this. They aren’t as constricting as a normal bra and are super comfortable.
Also, they make casual outfits more interesting and can give the illusion that
you tried a bit more than you actually did. Sounds like a win to me. This past
month I have been wearing the life out of my white one from Aerie. It’s really
soft, supportive and there’s even an option to wear it as a racer back.
2. Front Button Up Skirts - Okay so ever since Eleanor
Calder posted a picture of her wearing this skirt from Topshop on her blog, The
Trend Pear, I’ve been obsessed. There’s something that’s so classic about this
piece and I love that it can be dressed up or dressed down. It’s a summer
staple for me. Another person who has been rocking this skirt is Florencia from Flo
Loves Clothes, so check her out if you’re looking for different ways to style it.
3. Adidas Superstars - THIS IS WITHOUT A DOUBT MY FAVORITE
TREND OF THIS SUMMER. Literally, I have been living in my black Adidas
Superstars. They are so unbelievably comfortable and they look so classic and
just gorgeous. I’m completely obsessed. Tip: You can order kids size superstars
and they’ll fit you. Simply subtract two sizes from your shoe size. So example:
I’m a women’s 9, I ordered a kid’s size 7. They fit perfectly and they were
half the price. You’re welcome.
4. Metallic Oxfords – Do I even need to explain this
favorite? I mean just look at them. They’re edgy and classy at the same time.
Perfection.
5. Backpacks – Another thing I can’t live without. I’m a big
supporter of bags and purses that are hands free making this the greatest thing
since microwave popcorn.
6 & 7. Mac Studio-Fix Concealer/Beauty Blender- I hate
wearing foundation in the summer. It’s cakey and thick and I feel like my skin
is suffocating. This concealer from Mac is great because it’s highly pigmented
so you only need a small amount. And with the beauty blender it blends like a
dream leaving your skin absolutely flawless.
8. Benefit’s Gimme Brow- I have been obsessed with a strong
brow and I blame Cara Delevingne. This brow gel fills in your brows and locks
the hairs in place helping you frame your face beautifully. Quick, easy and
efficient.
9. Lush’s Cupcake Face Mask – Yes, Lush does sell things
other than the Bath Bomb. Who would’ve known? This facemask is an all time
favorite of mine. It’s so calming and soothing on your skin. June was a month
of breakouts for me due to stress so this facemask was literally a godsend.
Also it’s only like seven bucks. So major win.
10. YSL Touche Eclat Highlighter- UGH YES. JUST EVERYTHING
ABOUT THIS IS YES. Yes it’s worth the money. Yes it lives up to the hype. Yes you really do need this in your life.
11. Makeup Forever Smokey Lash Mascara – I change my mascara like every two months so believe me when I say this mascara is fantastic.
The brush grips your lashes like a dream and the formula lengthens and thickens
your lashes beautifully.
12. Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi – This book was recommended
to me by two of my friends at college. If you’re into futuristic society,
science fiction topics you’ll love it. I picked this up on a Monday and
was finished by Tuesday night. If you love to read, check it out. You won't regret it.
13. Walk the Moon-
Talking Is Hard Album- This album is the soundtrack of my summer. Literally. Walk the
Moon has such a happy, light sound and are such positive, radiant humans, making
this album one of the most enjoyable things to listen to. I’d be willing to bet
money that you’ve already heard Shut Up and Dance but, honestly, this album has
plenty of other hits. My personal favorites are Portugal, Avalanche and Sidekick.
I also saw them in Columbus this month and it was a fantastic show. If you ever
get the chance to see them live I would 100% recommend it.
14. Paper Towns Movie – THIS MOVIE IS INCREDIBLE ALSO THIS
BOOK IS INCREDIBLE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS IS INCREDIBLE. Paper Towns is my
second favorite John Green novel (behind Looking For Alaska) so I was beyond
excited for this movie. Also, the fact CARA FREAKING DELEVINGNE is in it makes
it ten times better. (To be honest, she should be a July Favorite within
herself.) But really this movie is fantastic. Nat and Cara do an incredible job
and I would highly recommend going to see it. Also I had the opportunity to see
Cara, Nat, John, and Halston Sage in Columbus a couple weeks ago and I vlogged
it on my youtube channel (TheNewRomantics) so if you’re curious as to how that was
be sure to check it out!
Well it looks like that’s it for my July Monthly Favorites. I
hope you guys had a good month and are looking foreword to August. I know I am!
What were some of the things you loved this month? I would
love to hear about them in the comments!
