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Chanel Le Top Coat review

Pictured: Chanel Le Top Coat quick dry and shine.

Chanel Le Top Coat is a fabulous top coat from Chanel which enhances the shine on top of nail polish, and helps nails dry quickly. Chanel Le Top Coat also helps nail polish last a long life, without chipping or cracking. Love it!

I am not sure why I have never latched on to a top coat until now. Perhaps it is because I enjoy changing my nail color every few days, and never felt the need to make my nail polish last. I have tried other top coats sporadically throughout the years, but none of them ever really worked. They seemed sticky, or even smeared my hard work! So, I became skeptical.

A little over one month ago, we took a family trip to Disneyland. I knew we would be active during this trip and my nails might take a beating. Instead of traveling with a nail kit, I decided to try a top coat and see if it would keep my nails done for the full week; chip free.

I was excited when I first tried Chanel’s Le Top Coat. This top coat applied smooth and even. It did not streak my fresh nail polish at all. In fact, it increased the shine and made them beautiful. I instantly fell in love!

I have found that Chanel Le Top Coat helps my nails dry quickly, preventing them from denting or scratching before they are fully set. Chanel Le Top Coat also added shine to my nail polish which looked luxurious and fabulous. Love that!

Chanel Le Top Coat has also been working like a charm in the chip prevention department. My nail polish lasts for more than eight days. The only reason I need to re-polish my nails is because they have grown! Chanel Le Top Coat also keeps the nail polish from cracking and looking old. Love it!

I am addicted to Chanel Le Top Coat and cannot paint my nails without it. I am mortified that I have never tried it before now! What have I been thinking???

Chanel Le Top Coat received a five out of five star rating from me!

Chanel Le Top Coat can be found online here.

Late summer flare denim outfit

Pictured: Earrings: Kendra Scott / Lipstick: Chanel Amorosa / Top: Lush / Bracelet: c/o Twisted Silver / Nail Polish: Chanel Vert Obscur / Flare Jeans: Citizens of Humanity (petite) / Handbag: Givenchy / Shoes: Prada (old, also love this pair)

Last week I met my fabulous friend Laura from Have-Need-Want for happy hour at Cin Cin in Los Gatos. I was coming off a stressful few days after my car was rear-ended, and it started to have mechanical problems after the body work was completed. Nothing makes problems seem small like a fun conversation, and the most amazing truffle fries on Earth! Yes, I said truffle fries. Can we say a-ma-zing!!!

I was excited to have an excuse to wear my new blouse from Lush which I purchased for fall, and a pair of flare jeans. The blouse is almost as long as a dress! The length makes the blouse really fun and versatile. So far, I have worn it with flare jeans, as in the photos above, but I also found a great way to wear it in colder weather.

When late fall, and early winter approaches, this blouse by Lush looks amazing with a wool scarf, worn over leggings or skinny jeans, with flare jeans (of course), and paired with cozy boots. Throw a coat on top and it is a casual-yet-put-together look. Love that! I might be addicted to this shirt 😉

I have to rave about these photos too. Laura did a great job! Make sure you check out her website at have-need-want.com.

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Boxy handbags for fall 2015

Pictured from top left: black box bag (under $300!)/ lips box bag / green box bag / burgundy boxy satchel / black boxy satchel / pink bag inside a black boxy satchel

Fall 2015 has an answer to those who are not really into the bucket bag trend; the boxy satchel trend. Box bags and boxy satchels are a hot trend for the fall 2015 season. They are the alter ego to the relaxed, slouchy, drawstring bag trend which has reigned supreme over the past few seasons.

While a drawstring bucket bag looks fabulous with a casual ensemble on Saturday afternoon, it does not compliment a structured look during the week, when dressed for the office, the theater, or dinner. Fall 2015 has brought us the perfect answer to this handbag dilemma; the boxy satchel.

Box-like bags for fall 2015 are being shown in two distinct forms; the medium satchel, and the small boxy bag.

Medium boxy satchels, in rectangular and square forms, are ideal for the office, and daytime events. They have a wide width, allowing them to be stuffed to the brim with everything plus the kitchen sink. Boxy satchels offer two top handles, a roomy interior, oftentimes they offer multiple sections, and a neat, structured look for structured attire. Love that!

Fall 2015’s box bags are smaller in stature than their boxy satchels sisters, and beg to be carried to fundraisers, dinners, and more formal affairs. Box bags can be found in small, or mini sizes, in both casual, and formal forms. These smaller box bags tend to offer one top handle, and sometimes will feature a detachable shoulder strap. They can be found in one color, bi-color, decorated with kitschy words or pictures, or embellished with jewels, beadwork, and more! The embellished versions are like boho-chic meets uptown flair. Love it!

Boxy satchels and box bags offer a vintage vibe for fall 2015, reminiscent of the 1950’s and 1960’s. They transcend decades when paired with this season’s 1970’s styles, or an a-line miniskirt or flippy skirt.

What do you think of this emerging trend in handbags? Will you seek one out to use as your alternative this fall to your beloved bucket bag?

Box bags and boxy satchels for fall 2015:

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