Rad Fruits: Benefits Of Cherimoya

It’s funny, I’ve perused the produce section at health food stores countless times, yet I always seem to end up buying only what I know I like. There are tons of fruits and vegetables out there that are interesting, healthy, and delicious… and I want to make it my mission to try them all. Read More

SXSW Photo Diary: Part 2

Julia pretty much summed up our trip to SXSW in her diary post, but I wanted to share some photos that I took along the way as well. When you travel with someone, you may be with them at all the same places, but each person captures the trip from their own perspective. Read More

Behind The Scenes Of The Ride (Part 2)

When you think of a Vegas wedding, thoughts may come to mind of spur of the moment, perhaps alcohol-induced, short-lived marriages. But there is something so romantic about it to me… the feeling of spontaneity, of letting yourself get lost in the moment, and following your heart. Feeling so in love with someone that it just can’t wait, and you don’t need anyone else there beyond your two perfectly connected souls. Read More

4 Magic Places To Apply Concealer

First of all, I’d like to start this post off with a friendly little reminder that you do not need makeup. You are gorgeous on the inside as well as the outside. There’s nothing that the presence or lack of a little makeup can do to change this about you. Know that. But for those of us who enjoy wearing makeup — especially on those days when we just aren’t feeling as on top of the world as usual… I wanted to share a little tip I came across.

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What Green Says About You

March 17th: a day for green. And just 3 days shy of the spring equinox: yet another time for this beautiful hue. Green… the color of nature, of growth, of life. A tone that represents learning… balance… harmony. If you find yourself drawn to the color green, it may also be true that… Read More

How To Make Natural Powdered Blush

Update: This post originally ran February 10th, 2014, but we wanted to bring it back to get your cheeks all rosy for spring!

Making your own natural makeup is a beautiful way to feel good about what you’re putting on your skin, and this recipe only has a few ingredients.

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Weekend Getaways: The Desert

If the cold weather won’t escape me… I’ll escape it. I’m dreaming of a place where the sun shines high in the sky; beating down, down, down, with no remorse. Where there are cacti aplenty, prickles and all, standing tall, one by one, with no need for anything other than what they already have. The ground is dusty, my boots are covered, and I don’t care one bit. I like it that way. I’ll roam and roam, free as can be, with nowhere to go but onward. Read More