Monday, July 30, 2012

Weekend Bliss: A Birthday, Mother Denim, J Crew Skirt, and everything in between

Hi everyone! Hope your weekend was a blast!

  Here are a few pics from the past weekend in random order.  There is a couple outfits and a recent purchase :)




My brother turned 25!



Love this dress.  I actually wore it as a beach cover up without the slip, it looks very 70's with the bell sleeves.  (I love this one by Trina Turk)


My dad & bro :)


Kisses to my princess.  Loving my arm candy from yesterday!


I am obsessed with these Cheetos! Someone please stop me, LOL.  Good thing they are 150 calories for 32 pieces I believe and sugar is only 1 Gram! Yep, that is pretty awesome!



My beautiful mom!


Car boothin :)


My dad with my angel


Love these Carter sets.  The colors are all neon, look amazing with a summer glow.  The hat is from Baby Gap.  Isn't she just too cute :)



My outfit on Sunday:

Mother Denim Jeans in Tangarine: (Buy them here)  I scored them on ebay of course ;)
Saks Fifth Ave Black Off the Shoulder Top:  (Similar one from Arden B)
J Crew Biennial Hobo Bag in Saddle: Buy same one here
Boutique 9 Patent Pumps: Similar ones here


And may I say I love these jeans.  I know you can probably buy a similar color at Target but the quality of these is INSANE! Feels like cashmere, no joke! I think Mother Denim is keeping one of my favorite, beside J Brand and Current Elliot.


My mom and sweetie :)

Saturday Outfit:

Trina Turk dress (Similar one here
I absolutely love this dress! One of my favorites.  It fits like a glove and is very classy.


My J Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double Serge Cotton.  Love the Succulent Green.  I got mine for $28 including tax.  Super happy with the color.  So chic and fun all in one!


My sweetheart taking shade on a HOT day!


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Till Next Time.

Always Lovely,

Luba

Monday, July 23, 2012

Vitacost Order - Natural and Organic Products - Toothpaste, Prenatal Vitamins, Body Wash and more...

Yay! I received my Vitacost.com order recently! I love using this site! They sell natural/organic products at discounted prices.  If you want $10.00 off your first order, scroll down for a link.

Here is a list of products I love and repurchase on regular basis:

New Chapters Organics Perfect Prenatals:  I have been using these for the past 2 + years and I love them.  Ok they don't taste like candy, let's be honest, most vitamins don't, but I love that you can take them without eating. Love how this is organic and uses real food sources to give you and your baby the vitamins rather than synthetic sources.  It is easily absorbed and I feel like the best on the market.   I recently got a trim and haven't had one for the past year or so and the stylist said most likely the reason for my hair being healthy is because of pregnancy and prenatals.  I highly recommend these.

Jason Toothpastes: Amazing! They don't contain flouride.  This is just a personal preference for our family, and they all taste great and leave my teeth white, clean, and refreshed.  I have been using this brand for the past 4+ years and for reference, the prices are much cheaper than Whole Foods.

Tom's of Maine Flouride Free Children's Natural Toothpaste: Great for toddlers and children. She loves the strawberry flavor, I have tried it, and it's yummy.  Gentle cleaning and helps prevent plague build up.  Also I'm not worried about her swallowing it since there is no flouride.  I also bought a tooth brush for her from this site.  For reference its the Smile Bright Smile Bunnies in Extra Soft Nylon and it's a great price $1.65.

Alba Botanica Bath and Shower Gel in Honey Mango:  Can you just say HEAVEN! I love the scent, it reminds me of the tropics.  I bought a huge bottle because it is a better deal and will last a LONG time.  It is Hypo-allergenic and pH Balanced.  Free of detergents and parabans.  I try to say away from those as much as possible.  It doesn't dry my skin out and leaves it feeling silky smooth.  What else can you ask for in a body wash?!

Badger SPF 30 Plus Baby Sunscreen: I have done my share of research on sunscreen, and this one is my favorite for my child. It is water resistant, protects against UVA and UVB, and is non Nano. I put it on her face, back, and shoulders.  No allergic reactions/rashes.  And it doesn't contain harsh chemicals like some other generic brands do.  Defnitely a great product!

Carlson Norwegian Cod Liver Oil: I take a teaspoon of this everyday.  If you don't like the taste of fish, I recommend the flavored one, I am just so use to it and it's cheaper lol!  Great for your health, heart, mood, bones, and skin.  I get my daily dose of EPA and DHA.  Cod liver oil is such a rich source of Omega 3. It also contains Vitamins D and A.  I have used the brand Carlson for many years. Taking a tablespoon of cod liver oil is equivilent to 10 capsules. This is the best way to take it.

Alba Organics Hawaiian Kukui Nut Body Oil:  Love this for after the shower and also body massages.  My skin is so smooth and nourished after I use this! I love how after I shave I put this on and I really feel like it extends my shave for a couple days.  Smells delicious! You will Love this.  A little goes a long way!


If you haven't shopped on Vitacost.com before, try it out! If you use the link below, you will receive $10 when you make your first purchase!  And they accept PAYPAL.  I love using Paypal! I just feel like it is more secure.

 And if you have any products that you love, please share in the comments below!





Till Next Time.

Always Lovely,

Luba

J Crew Favorites - Toothpick Jeans, No 2 Skirt, Skinny Belt and more...

Ok, there is no denying that I heart J Crew!  They have basic pieces that go with everything.The past two seasons, I have been loving all the new colors especially the neons.  I recently filmed a video on my favorites and here are a few of the items I talked about:




J Crew Toothpick Skinny Jeans : Spearmint

The fit is amazing and the color is stunning!  These have been my go to's for the past couple months.


J Crew Toothpick Skinny Jeans : Neon Rose

Hello Gorgeous! These were love at first sight! Pair with a button up shirt for a classy look.


No 2 Pencil Skirts in Double Serge Cotton - Succulent Green & Neon Pink

I am completely obessed with these skirts! The fit is classic.  The colors are vibrant.  Perfect for the office, church, honestly any occasion were you want to look put together. I have two of the colors, Succulent Green and Neon Pink.  They are currently on sale on the website, but in store they are a bit cheaper. The material is breathable for summer and these can definitely be worn year round!



Cafe Capri Wool Pants in Camel

Timeless, Classic, a go to for when you want to look like a "grown up" if you know what I mean.  They are lightweight and just a great pair of neutral pants.  These are a great transitional piece for fall/winter.


Skinny Patent Belt in Neon Azalea

AHH Moment! This belt adds a pop of color to any outfit.  I love wearing it with dresses and my J Brand Houlihan pants.  Also looks great with the No. 2 skirts.  What am I kidding, it looks amazing wth anything! Great for year round.  A classic!


Gingham Perfect Shirt - Pink

LOVE! I seriously wear this shirt ALL the time! Washes great and is super soft and breathable! A timeless print that will be in my closet a long time!  I own several other colors as well however PINK is my favorite.




Cotton V-Neck Spearmint Sweater

When I saw this sweater, I had to have it! Lightweight, perfect for layering, and the color is perfect for this season. 

Here is a link to the video:


Also want to mention most of these items are on SALE! Check out your local J Crew.  Online prices tend to be higher.  And if you see the No. 2 Skirt in Light Rose, Size 0 or 00.  Let me know which store! I am on a lookout for a deal, LOL! 


Also THANK YOU to my subscribers! I love all of you! Thank you for tuning in and your support!


Till Next Time.

Always Lovely,

Luba







Friday, July 6, 2012

Happy 6 Years!

July 1st was our 6 year anniversary! 6 years ago I married my best friend. It has been quite a journey to say the least and we have much to look forward to. It is only the beginning. And I can say having a child makes time fly by even faster!

I am thankful for my hubs. He is the most dedicated man I know. He is generous and loving. He always put us before himself. He is a man's man. Tough as a rock and will work to the bone to provide for his family. He has been there for me through the darkest times. He is my lover, my advisor, my closest friend.

When we first started being friends at 15, I never thought we would ever end up together. It didn't cross my mind. My first reaction when I first met him was, "wow, I love his butt" lol! He was a football player so let's just say he was in the best shape EVER! We just hit it off as friends though and it went on like this until my 19th birthday when I started to open my eyes (and heart). He is incredible! And the thought of not having him in my life scared the heck out of me! That was just the beginning....

Thank you Love for all the wonderful memories! Can't wait to make more with you. And I thank God everyday for you! You are the perfect fit for me and the best daddy to our little angel.

P.S. I included a photo of the dress I wore for our dinner out. If anyone is interested, it's by LC Conrad at Kohls. It's a cute little number I scored last year. The color is like a pink mauve and it is sequins all over. Shoes are a nude pump from Boutique 9. Gift from my mother in law. Love them!

Till next time.

Always Lovely,

Luba