fall 2015

New York Fashion Week outfit day one

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Pictured: Earrings: Kendra Scott / Sunglasses: Chanel / Lipstick: Charlotte Tilsbury Miss Kensington / Shirt: Ellen Tracy / Necklace: ModCloth / Culottes: Vince / Ring: 2 Bandits / Nail Polish: Chanel Chataigne / Handbag: Givenchy / Shoes: Prada

New York Fashion Week started on September 10, 2016, and calling it a rainy day is an understatement! Torrential downpour might be a better way to describe the crazy weather!

After leaving 102 degrees behind in the San Francisco Bay Area, and arriving in New York to a cool 80-something, the rain was welcomed. The only challenging part was trying to make my way from show to show in the rain!

The logistics for fashion week are downright insane. I spent half the day in a cab or Uber car. There were a few moments when I found myself walking a little bit too much in the rain; and high heels. I was on my feet from roughly 8:30am to 10pm. It was a long day and my heels were as comfortable as high heels can be. Thank goodness for the chunky heel trend!

Day one of New York Fashion Week was a fun one! I saw Nicholas K, Leanne Marshall, Marissa Webb, Malan Breton, and Yuma Yang. Justin Nunez went to Desigual and photographed the show for me since it was at the same time as Marissa Webb. His photos are amazing, I cannot wait to share them with you!

Since it was a long day, wearing culottes and chunky heels was a comfortable yet city-chic way to get through the day. I felt dressed up yet un-fussy. I never thought I would wear culottes, and here I am! Yikes! I actually like them, is something wrong with me?

Be sure to follow along on Instagram for updates on New York Fashion Week through my eyes.

Photo credit: Laura Adney

Chanel Fortissimo nail polish for fall 2015

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Pictured: Chanel Fortissimo nail polish for fall 2015.

Chanel Fortissimo nail polish is a beautiful navy blue hue from the Blue Rythm de Chanel beauty collection released for late fall 2015. This navy blue hue offers a rich color, and slight sparkles which are embedded into the nail polish. Love that!

Navy is a classic autumn hue. It acts as a neutral which can be used in place of chocolate brown or black. This makes Chanel Fortissimo nail polish a fabulous neutral tone which will blend well with fall’s color palette. Perfection.

Chanel Fortissimo is the darker of the two blue nail polish hues released by Chanel for late fall 2015. As part of the Blue Rythm de Chanel beauty collection, Chanel Fortissimo nail polish caters to the blue nail polish lover who needs the perfect shade for autumn.

I tested out Chanel Fortissimo nail polish with one base coat, two coats of color, and one top coat. The color went on smoothly, and streak free. The sparkles appeared during application of the second coat; when the true color shines through.

Chanel Fortissimo nail polish was long lasting. This could be caused by this fabulous top coat I have become addicted to these past couple of months. My top coat review can be found here.

Chanel Fortissimo nail  polish lasted a full eight days before needing to be changed. The only reason it needed changing was because my nails grew. Love that!

As a blue nail polish fan, I was thrilled to see Chanel Fortissimo. This nail polish is a beautiful, classic navy blue which offers both depth, and a slight sparkle. It is a fabulous navy blue hue to keep around as a nail polish wardrobe staple. I am looking forward to wearing Chanel Fortissimo nail polish often this fall; as well as into many seasons to come!

Chanel Fortissimo nail polish from the Blue Rythm de Chanel beauty collection released for late fall 2015, can be found online here, here, and here.

Neiman Marcus Beauty Event for fall

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Pictured: From top left: Concealer (I swear by this concealer, it is the best!) / Lipstick / Perfume / Nail Polish (current favorite)/ Night Cream (LOVE this cream, I wear it every night!) / Perfume (Love this!) / Eye Shadow Palette (on my wish list) / Lipstick (I use this everyday!)

The Neiman Marcus Beauty Event for fall 2015 is here! I absolutely adore the Neiman Marcus Beauty Event. Not only is it the perfect time to pick up everything you need in the beauty department for fall, there are fabulous “gifts with purchases” as well! Love that!

The “gift with purchases” are a high incentive when I need to stock up on beauty products. The main gift bag offers a cute little tote bag which can be used for the beach, or casual days. Inside, there are samples of hot new beauty products; which is a great way to “try before you buy.”

The best type of “gift with purchases” are from the individual beauty brands. Often times they are worth quite a bit of money. The gifts are usually full size, or TSA approved travel sizes; which is ideal for plane travel. All my travel size beauty products are from the Neiman Marcus Beauty Event!

I plan on replenishing my skin care during the Neiman Marcus Beauty Event. My day cream, neck cream, and night cream, are all part of the beauty event! I may also add some new eye shadow for the fall season 🙂

When shopping for fall makeup colors, look for dark nail polishes, or shades of blue. Lipstick has brown undertones, or comes in burgundy hues. Eyes are being shown in shades of blue or shades of brown. Brown or blue mascara is also on trend for fall! Look for cool tones when it comes to blush.

Fragrances for fall 2015 are ideal in medium strength. Someone sitting next to you should smell how fabulous you really are; but you should not be leaving a trail behind as walk by. Look for warm woods, and sweet florals.

Here are my fall picks, and classic picks, from the Neiman Marcus Beauty Event: