Essie Stylenomics and September Glossybox

I wasn't planning on buying anything from the Essie fall 2012 collection.. but every time I went into the drugstore, I would always pick up this color, and then put it back. So I decided last week it was coming home with me. I am glad I bought it, I really like it. I would say it's a blackish green, but a bit more green than black. And very glossy!

I added some gold glitter to the tips the other day- loved this!

This is way late {as always} but here is my September Glossybox. It was definitely a good one! I had just run out of my Boscia BB cream that I loved, so I was really excited to see this Missha BB cream in my box. Apparently Korean BB creams are the real deal, and all of the western brands are just glorified tinted moisturizers. This stuff is definitely superior to anything I have tried.
I also really liked the shampoo and conditioner. It made my hair way silky and smooth.
The lipstick is pretty but I don't know if I will wear it. It's like a lighter pink. And I have yet to try the mattifying gel, but I hear great things about it, so we will see! :-)

Birchbox: September 2012

This was such a great box!
I have been wanting to try the Dr. Jart BB cream and I was super excited to see it in this month's box. I really liked it, but it seemed really light for my skin tone- or maybe I just used way too much? Still unsure about that. Another thing that I didn't love about it was the sunscreen smell. But overall a great product- it provided great coverage and evened out my skin.
I was also pretty excited about the Bvlgari sample. Smelled great- but very strong.
Maybe this weekend I will try the Color Club polish- love the color!

Recent instagrammies

1. My new favorite drink.  2. White glads. I love how tall these are.
3. Zoya Megan.  4. Baby.

1. MIL's new kitty. So sweet!  2. Essie Chinchilly.
3. Obsessed with salads.  4. Cider mill! 


My user name is kellymirons  :-)

Ysl #14 exceptional brown

This is the first time I have used a ysl nail polish.  I was very impressed with the formula and overall quality. This stuff glides on like butter! I really, really loved it. The color is a gorgeous chocolate-y brown and so perfect for fall. I will definitely be buying more from the brand. 

August Glossybox

This is a little late- oops! But I really wanted to do a review because it was such a great box.
Here is what was in my box:
1. Biolage exquisite oil replenishing treatment. This is a great product, but I got this for free at Ulta a couple of weeks ago. My only complaint about these kind of boxes is that they often include items like this {and perfume samples) that you can get for free at any makeup counter.
2. Ellis Faas milky lips. This was a pleasant surprise! A full sized product - worth 35 bucks! I really love the texture and feel of this. It is sooo creamy. The only thing about it-- I got the most horrible shade of brown. It's like a beige toffee. But I liked the feel of it so much that I might order it in another shade.
3. Illamasqua nail varnish. Another pleasant surprise! Full sized product worth 14 bucks! I see this brand everywhere but I have never purchased anything from them. I am really excited to try this! It's also a great color for fall. YAY.
4. Ole Henriksen truth serum. LOVED this. Smells great and made my skin feel really smooth and evened out.
5. Touch in Sol feel like honey moon skin base. I have been using this in place of moisturizer and primer. So far, so good!

Overall, I really enjoyed what was in this box. I am always happy to try new brands!

Vacation pics: part 2

These are the rest of the pictures from my trip. I honestly feel a little sad looking at them! I am really missing up north. It was such a great time, but I always feel like we weren't there long enough.

 My brother is a flight instructor so he flew his plane up to the Harbor Springs Airport so we could go up and see the bay. It was my first time flying in a small plane- fun and a little scary! But so beautiful to see the lake and the surrounding areas.

My favorite: mint chocolate chip! {with opi my very first knockwurst}

Heaven.

Our awesome little car + sunset 

I LOVE these old tiled ceilings in all of the stores in Petoskey!

Ready for take off!

Husband: L, Brother: R

Harbor Springs

Little Traverse Bay + Lake Michigan. Stunning.

Dad, Mom, and Brother

Mom in front of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island

We are obsessed with Fustini's Balsalmic vinegar, so we made sure to stock up!

Summer Vacation Pics: Part 1

My favorite place on Earth- Petoskey, Michigan.

We come here every summer -- sometimes twice even because we love it so much. It truly is the most beautiful place in northern Michigan. It's located on Little Traverse Bay, about 30 minutes from the Mackinac Bridge. Aside from the unique restaurants and great shopping, it has the most gorgeous views of the bay & Lake Michigan. 

Candy selection at our favorite store- Symon's 

Always finding different things here!

In front of the store

Breakfast at American Spoon Cafe

This bike in downtown Petoskey always has a different theme.

Headed to dinner! {Love my new Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac!}

Chandler's- Our favorite place to eat at in Petoskey! 

Dining next to the herbs 

Grilled chicken breast with arugula, balsamic, polenta, and cherries. 

Little Traverse Bay. Heavenly.

Pistachio and vanilla gelato