Swanky Sunday - Summer Essentials

Summer is a wonderful time of year. But depending on where you live, it can be brutal. Here in south Florida, the weather can't decide if it's going to be horrible, perfect, or blazing hot. Always hoping for the perfect summer day, I've put together my top picks for what I believe are the best summer essentials. 

What are your top picks for summer?

Floppy Sun Hat / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Beach Blanket / Water Bottle / 

Body Scrub / Beach Bag / Statement Necklace

Ipsy Unboxing: July 2013

You guys already know that I get the Beauty Army sample box. Well I wanted to try another one as well to one: get more samples, and two: try out other services. Bonus, with Ipsy you get a new beauty bag each month. This one was the perfect size for a quick overnight getaway! Anyways, Ipsy is only $10 a month and offers samples and discounts from well known beauty brands! Check out what I got in the July bag! 

Despite USPS issues, love the packaging! Hot pink!  

Cute little bag for all my goodies! 

Pop Beauty Pouty Pop Crayon in Fuchsia Flirt, Sexy Hair Soy Renewal Beach Spray, Coola Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 20, Benefit Benetint, and BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow Palette. 

Swatches follow picture above, minus the beach spray and sunscreen. 

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Beauty Army Unboxing: July 2013

I know it's only been 2 months that I've gotten the sample boxes from Beauty Army, but I truly feel like I can say that they are beyond amazing! Their product choices are outstanding, the shipping time is great and precise, and I still love the packaging! I saved the white box from last month and now use it for my business cards for Chloe + Isabel! I saved this month's pink box to keep all my samples in. I know eventually I'll need more boxes, or just a bigger one! Well then, here is what I got in my July box from Beauty Army! 

Obsessed with the fact that the box was pink this month!

Travel tips! 

Sample time!  

Amlactin Moisturizing Body Lotion, Nelson Argan Oil 7-in-1 Non-Faoming Shampoo, and Bikini Soft Smooth Shave Oil in Citrus Bliss. 

Pida Exfoliating Gel, Cotz Face Natural Sunscreen, Addiction NV Cosmetics Gel Liner in Heel on Heels. 

This gel liner means business. It's really hard to get off! After this swatch I attempted to remove it with eye makeup remover, face wash, rubbing alcohol, and a shower. There were still remnants of the liner. Perfect for those long nights where you either get wet or sweat a lot.... 

I haven't used much from the June box so I have yet to do a review on it! But next month, I'll do a combined review and talk about my likes and dislikes from both the June and July boxes! 

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