Makeup

Meet Clinique Summer + GIVEAWAY

Every person has a unique, personal approach to beauty. Whether it be a disciplined skincare regimen, a multicolored makeup routine (or both!), it’s hard to find a brand that can bring it all to the table. Clinique is that brand. With products that appeal to both me and my grandmother, Clinique has remained a staple in my household for […]

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Hair

Summer Hair Files

Update: winter is over. Spending time outside is actually enjoyable, so my beauty routine (note: it occurs indoors) is relatively shorter. This means minimal heat styling, and lots of texture spray. Time to embrace those beach waves, with some assistance of course. I’ve been ditching my flat iron and opting for natural curls, and a curling […]

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Style

Summer Bag Checklist

A multi-tasking woman needs a multi-tasking bag, or four. Different occasions require different bags, and while this is no novel concept, it can be difficult to find that perfect purse. The Work Tote Clare V. Simple Tote /// similar here /// here /// here  The Going Out Clutch  Silence + Noise Clutch (old) /// similar here /// […]

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Makeup, Skin

Event Skin: The Good, the Bad, and the Glowing

I’m always in the mood for a little pampering, but my calendar for the next month is insane, and requires a lot of beauty TLC. The next week on AYNIB will be strictly event prep posts.  So light your favorite Diptyque candle and get your Sephora shopping cart ready. EXFOLIATE Exfoliate before you apply your makeup. Our people […]

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Style

The Ugliest Shoes of the Summer

I want to love this trend. I really, really do. Am I little late to this party? Yes. It is “the shoe of the summer”? Probably, but I lack the courage to pull it off. I don’t have a Portland zip code, and I don’t have a composter in my backyard… maybe these aren’t for me. […]

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Hair

the FLOP

After 6 months of dealing with “the bob,” I’ve developed some signature ‘dos. Since ponytails are pretty much out of the question, I’m forced to either 1) put on a Lululemon headband or 2) attempt to style it. I usually opt for option 1, but some occasions require hair attention. The “flop” has been my […]

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Hair, Makeup, Nails

Coachella Beauty Cheat Sheet

 I am not attending Coachella this weekend (or next weekend, or probably ever), but several of my peeps are headed off to Indio this weekend. Here’s what I’d bring if I was tagging along. HAIR Bumble and bumble Surf Spray is a industry favorite for a reason. A couple of sprays will leave you with […]

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Style

Colored Lenses

Buying clothes in a color other than black is not my strong suit. In an attempt to broaden my chic horizons, I’m branching out! Less black, and more color. With spring already here and summer fast approaching, a wardrobe overhaul is totally appropriate, right? Insert my favorite trend here. I am a sucker for sunglasses, […]

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Body, Makeup

It’s Time to Tan

Please, please, PLEASE try to stay out of the sun. Put away your baby oil and just buy some self-tanner, ok? But it’s really not that easy. Self-tanning can become a degrading task in which the victim emerges looking like an extra in Willy Wonka, a Kardashian, or both. Since it’s that awkward time of […]

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Currently Coveting, Style

Currently Coveting: August

Meet my new monthly shopping feature. Nothing marks the end of summer like bold colors and a good impulse purchase. Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch: I am a fan of Clare Vivier’s simple designs, especially her clutches. Her line is based in Los Angeles and is full of classic totes, clutches and wallets. I like simple bags, […]

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