"I am a Woman, I have many Seasons"

I remember being ten and my Mom put a lock on my door and gave me a personalized pink key with a crown that read "High Maintenance" I looked at her and shrugged and she said "Being High maintenance is not a bad thing, means you know what you want" just like you wanted a lock on your door and just like you want a pink room. That stuck with me and gave me the confidence to feel and want and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.

Here are the direct links of what I used/did during this June Season!

Makeup

Saie - Super Suede Talc-Free Powder Blush, $28

Oh my gosh my mission i n life is to find beauty favorites- I am a blush lover and continue to try new things, the color Stella (Bright Coral) made me buy this and I am so glad I did! The way it blends, applies, and looks so natural is mind blowing. As a makeup artist if I wear the same thing two consecutive days in a row that means it's amazing because I'm constantly changing my routine and trying new things. I use the Real Techniques Check Brush to pat on.

Skincare

Nonna's Fat Skin Co - Fat Eye Repair, $32

I am the biggest fan of eye cream and have been wearing it since I was 15 years old. I think it's so important to hydrate areas that are more prone to wrinkles, and the eye area is one of them. This balm has Graff Fed-Finished Tallow, which is super rich in moisture, sebum production, and is anti-inflammatory along with Argan oil, Vitamin E, Arnica, Chamomile, Caffeine and beeswax. Since I've been wearing it, I can truly say that my under eyes look brighter and more hydrating, it's my new favorite thing to wear under makeup. I dab it all over my eyes and if I'm not wearing makeup that day - I even put it on my lids.

Restaurant

First and Last - 1001 N 3rd Ave #1 Phoenix, AZ 85003

Open relatively late and in the heart of downtown Phoenix on Roosevelt definitely one of my favorite indulgences. Their drinks are curated perfectly which you know are important to me! They even have cans or bottles to buy and take home. My favorite dishes are (which rotate with seasons) pan roasted carrots, bacon sourdough Bolognese, pacific halibut in Papillote, and I cannot leave unless I have the Creme Caramel. If you're looking for an intimate or group dinner, the service is top notch and you'll be happy you went. Chef Robb's Midwestern upbringings really shines through and is a gem to Phoenix, will forever be a staple.

Drink

Gimlet

I was watching a movie, I can't remember which one I think it's The Materialists but the name stuck in my head. Later on I went to research it and the main ingredient was Gin which is my favorite spirit, the next few nights I went to have dinner at Hanny's (My top five favorite restaurants) and ordered one and oh my gosh - delicious! I will definitely be ordering this more often!

The ingredients that make up a Gimlet are:

• 3/4 Ounces Simple Syrup

• Zest from one fresh lime

• 2 ounces gin (Plymouth Dry Gin)

• 3/4 Ounces Freshly Squeezed lime juice

Shopping

Trendy Square Aviator Sunglasses for Women, $9.99

I think I'm not alone of getting targeted on Instagram with Ad's from these same sunglasses for 10x the price and when I found these on Instagram, I knew I had to order! They are perfect to add to any outfit and I chose the Black Frame/Light Brown Lens and they are perfect to wear at night too which is my favorite thing to do. Other than protecting me from the sun, I love how sunglasses are an accessory to my outfits. These are a must and with the price tag, they are awesome to take on vacation and not be stressed for losing them.

Leisure

Straw - a Movie by Tyler Perry on Netflix with Taraji P Henson

Wow! If you haven't watched this movie do so now, I cried! We forget to be thankful for what we have Today in the present day with our health and family that when we see another life and the hardships that one can encounter it brings out the empathy and encourage you to be more kind because you truly don't know what people are going through. Taraji in this movie moves you as a Mother that is going through struggles left and right and one making the other worse. I read Taraji's memoir and she blew me a way as a resilient Woman and now I jump at the opportunity to watch her on the screen. If you haven't already, a must watch.

Thank you for reading! I live in Phoenix Arizona and I am always on the hunt for the best places to visit and bring joy to my life. If you fantasize the small things, it really makes a difference in your day to day life.

XOXO

C.