Exploring the PA State Capitol

wearing: sunglasses / hoop earrings / black tee / east/west bag / blue nail polish / wide leg jeans (old, also love this pair) / sneakers /

Landed in Harrisburg! We took a red eye flight into Harrisburg last week and as soon as we arrived, we headed straight to the Capitol to explore. Last time I was in Harrisburg, it was just my daughter and me. This trip included the entire family, so we took them to the capitol to enjoy the beautiful interior design.

While touring the capitol, we were able to watch the house in session and see how they present bills and vote. It was really fascinating to watch some bills go straight down party lines and others pass with a majority. Since PA is a swing state, bills that pass are truly bipartisan. I wish we had that luxury in California. . .but I digress. . .

After seeing the capitol building, we were on our way to the museum when a huge rainstorm started. There really wasn’t a build-up. The rain didn’t sprinkle and give us time to take cover; it just exploded out of the sky. In addition, there was thunder and lightning in less than minute after the sky opened up. Needless to say, our umbrellas did not suffice, and we were drenched. We went back to change our cloths and wait out the storm.

By the time the storm stopped, the museum was closed. We decided to head out to dinner and then take a walk afterwards. We enjoyed a delicious meal across from the capitol at Sammy’s Authentic Italian Restaurant. All five of us finished our plates, the food was so good! I enjoyed the Veal Marsala-highly recommend if you stop in!

There is a lot of history in Harrisburg, I hope to go back someday and check out the museum! If you visit, be sure to tour the capitol building, visit the museum, take a walking tour and explore the historic buildings, and enjoy a fabulous meal at Sammy’s. Love!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 Cometes Collective

Chanel summer 2025 nail polish Cometes Collective: Chanel Dazzling Artist / Chanel Sunset Surfer / Chanel Golden Mermaid / Chanel Beach Icon / Chanel Magnetic Muse / Chanel Midnight Dancer /

Summer 2025 take two! Instead of releasing fall nail polish colors in early July as in past years, Chanel released another summer nail polish collection. This year, the “Cometes Collective” is a fabulous nail polish collection consisting of six sparkling hues which are meant to make summer night sparkle and shine. Viva the night life! Love that!

In case you haven’t noticed the trend, Chanel has given us a sparkling sheer nail polish which I have decided will double as a topcoat. It can add additional sparkle to one of the nail polish colors in this collection, or it can be added to another nail polish in your collection from another season or brand. Chanel Beach Icon has a lot of sparkle without crossing into glitter territory. It straddles the subtle line into not-so-subtle territory.

Have you been searching for a lighter pink which is classic and can easily be worn daily, as well as in an office environment? Well, here is one in stock! All brands are seeing pink sell out quickly this year, so if you have been searching for a lighter pink, snap this one up now! Chanel Dazzling Artist nail polish is a fabulous pink with extremely subtle sparkle. It’s the perfect classic pink. Love!

In an avant-garde mood? Chanel Magnetic Muse and Chanel Midnight Dancer will light up the night and add some pizazz to the day. They are fun and mood-lifting hues. Love that!

Chanel Golden Mermaid is a beautiful neutral which is also office appropriate. I love this color and find myself reaching for it often. This will be a good late summer, into early fall nail polish color.

Lastly, who doesn’t love a fabulous beachy orange? This is another trending nail polish color and of course Chanel gave us one with sparkle! Sunset Surfer by Chanel is a the perfect orange hue for the summer season. It will also work well in early fall. Love that!

So, without further ado, here are the six fabulous nail polish colors from the second summer 2025 Chanel nail polish collection “Cometes Colelctive.”

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Beach Icon

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Golden Mermaid

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Dazzling Artist

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Sunset Surfer

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Midnight Dancer

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Chanel Magnetic Muse

Chanel nail polish summer 2025 | Magnetic Muse + Beach Icon

Well, there you have it. Six fabulous, limited edition nail polish colors from Chanel for the second half of the summer season, and early fall. What do you think? Which colors are your favorite? I am in love with Chanel Magnetic Muse and Chanel Golden Mermaid. Beach Icon is a fun way to add sparkle too.

All of the polishes, with the exception of Midnight Dancer, are full coverage with two coats of color. Midnight Dancer is slightly sheer. I am showing it with two coats. To make the color deeper, you can apply three coats of color.

Shop the Chanel Cometes Collective nail polish collection online:

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more summer and early fall coverage.

XOXO

Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: black handbag / Dior summer nail polish / Chanel summer nail polish / Hermes nail polish / summer sweater / Chanel Chance / black flats / pink statement earrings / straw tote / straw and leather tote / caramel top handle bag / belted tote /

Chanel has new nail polish colors for the late summer season! They are sparkling and fabulous. Here is a sneak peek. My review hits the blog later today!

Have you checked out the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale yet? There are so many cute sweaters and boots for the fall season. Here are a few of my favorites from the sale:

As summer moves towards fall, continue to invest in neutrals, chocolate brown, classic cut jeans, kitten heels, slingbacks, pointed toes, western style boots, and shades of deep red and olive green. Love!

The fall season continues to shun logos, so remember to invest in timeless looks and quality over label. Love that!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy