smashbox cosmetics 'be photo ready'

seattle bloggers & friends!

join me next friday, september 23rd at the bellevue square nordstrom 

for an amazing event, hosted by smashbox cosmetics and local 

fashion and beauty blogger, brittany.

there will be makeup demonstrations by top smashbox artists.

learn current beauty and makeup trends from the pros 

(lip liner?! can you teach me how to apply this?), enjoy complimentary color 

matching, personal shopping, makeovers, and of course, cupcakes!

there will be a gift with purchase for everyone in attendance. 

additionally, purchases over $125 will receive a gift and complimentary 

headshots by local photographer and smashbox artist, elizabeth kathryn 

(who provides the makeup application and photos on this little blog!).

^^^ if only she could apply my makeup for me everyday!

above photos & makeup by elizabeth kathryn photography ^^^

you can rsvp here.

xoxo.

bring your instagram photos to life

this probably doesn't surprise you, but i am an instagram fiend.

 #addicted

i love scrolling through my feed to gain fashion inspiration, make connections,

 and to share my outfits and everyday adventures. perhaps it's the blogger in me, 

but i often find myself looking back through photos

thinking, 'oh that cookie was delicious!' or 'i need to wear that dress again!' 

or the dreaded, 'that outfit needs to go!' 

sticky9, based in london, is a fun and simple way to commemorate your

 instagram photos in the form of magnets!

photos by jenna lynn photography

simply login and connect your profile, select your nine images, and 

place your sticky9 order! i opted for a few of my favorite outfits,

the most delicious chocolate chip cookie from pike place market, and of course, 

photos with my family and girlfriends. sticky9 not only offers magnets, 

but customized phone cases and ipad covers. you can bring your pictures to life and

 relive your instagram feed in a creative manner! 

i couldn't wait to hang my adorable magnets on the refrigerator. 

there are several more recent photos that i look forward to ordering, too!

to create your own customizable magnets and gifts, visit sticky9 here.

and be sure to follow 'diary of this girl' on instagram for 

additional outfits, style inspiration, and the occasional chocolate chip cookie!

xoxo.

**this is a sponsored post. sticky9 graciously provided me with these 

magnets. all opinions are my own! 

stitch fix for the win!

^^^ can i tell you how comfortable these wedge booties are?! ^^^

all photos by michelle dorman photography

tunic: october stitch fix, leggings: american apparel, 

booties: off broadway shoes (exact here),

wristlet: aldo (via dsw), rings: nordstrom and old navy, lipstick: m.a.c. 'russian red'

this weekend, i had the pleasure of meeting the adorable

(and very talented!) photographer, michelle dorman. 

we met on sunday to take a few photos, and i cannot 

wait to collaborate with her again! 

i received this tunic in my october stitch fix. 

have you heard of stitch fix? you can sign up using 

this link; create your style profile, 

plug in your address, and receive five items, chosen exclusively 

for you, at your doorstep! it takes the hassle 

out of shopping, especially when the stores are overly crowded

with the upcoming holidays. 

i wanted to keep the focus of my outfit on the tunic -

i love the exposed zipper, side slits, and black detailing. 

with my go-to black leggings and simple black wedge boots, 

i added a statement ring, as well as a few more delicate rings. 

i had so much fun styling this look and working with michelle.

stay tuned for future collaborations, 

and have a wonderful rest of your week!

xoxo.