I am INSANE about skin protection and wear SPF 50 year round and 110 during the sunny months. I wear it alone and with my makeup as well. Most days I don’t wear makeup, but when I do I have perfected a routine that allows me to protect my skin, wear a full face of makeup AND reapply SPF throughout the day if necessary. The key to ultimate sun protection is to apply SPF under and over your makeup! YES this is easy and possible, I will list my routine below with product links. *Let this also be a reminder that the SUN IS ENEMY #1 when it comes to your skin aging, the sun “cooks” your skin- it’s as simple as that. Even in small doses, it adds up. Be mindful when you’re in the sun and get into an SPF routine NOW if you haven’t already and buy some cute hats & sunglasses while you’re at it. Protect your skin at all costs or it will cost you…..best case scenario- you will have crows feet and leathery skin way too early. Worst case scenario- skin cancer. Love the skin you’re in 🙂 
It’s never too late. Get started now, let me show you how! (My personal SPF & makeup routine, step by step) 1. Apply SPF on clean skin. I use Neutrogena SPF 110. 2. Let it soak in for 5 minutes. I walk away, brush my teeth, pet the dog….whatevs. 3.Apply face makeup. My full makeup consists of BB Cream and Bare Minerals powder foundation, followed by highlight, contour, eye makeup, blush etc. 4. Once makeup is gorge and “done” apply SPF powder ON TOP of everything. Bare Minerals has a translucent powder called Mineral veil- it basically locks in your makeup and it almost creates an air brushed look to the skin. Why is this last step so unique? Mineral veil is available with SPF 25, so it is adding an extra layer of protection. This also allows you to reapply SPF throughout the day by dusting some powder on. Mineral veil comes in original for fair to medium skin tones and tinted for medium to dark skin tones. I have both and mix them for a gorgeous shade. There is No need to go and throw out your current makeup/foundation. Any makeup works as the FIRST and LAST steps include SPF. This has been working wonders for me and I hope it can help you too.
Polka Dot Pumps!!!!!
2 JulHow cute are these polka dot pumps??!!! 
They are on sale for $39.98 NOW at Aldo, Originally $80. I’ve been looking for polka dot pumps for a while, but haven’t found the right pair. I didn’t want peep -toe or the dots to be too small because I feel like that can look costumey. I also wanted the main color to be white with black dots- I have no reason for that, just preference I guess. If you’re looking to buy polka dot pumps these are perfect for you, and if you’re on the fence and want to try something new and different, you should go for these because they adorable and on sale!!!! 
Must Have Lipstick Collab!
22 JunGiambattista Valli is the latest designer to collaborate with makeup giant MAC. Makeup junkies have been excited about this collaboration for sometime. The highly anticipated 6 piece collection includes 5 matte lipsticks and 1 lip gloss. The potted gloss transforms all the lip colors into high shines hues.
The colors, inspired by flowers from around the world, range from pale pink to dark cherry and the gorgeous packaging matches the lipstick inside. The collection will be available online and in stores July 9. I NEED the coral shade. What color is your fave?
Lipstick $17.50 Lip gloss $23
I’m Wearing Shorts!!!!
16 JunI’m wearing shorts!!!!! I never wear shorts besides cutoffs on a beach day- I have just never been into shorts, but I found the cutest pair of flowy belted shorts recently and can’t stop wearing them….. I’ve been getting a lot of questions about this outfit since I shared it on Instagram a few days back.The look pictured below was so easy breezy to put together but looked amazing! I will link all of the information below. I am a total skinny jeans or dress kind of girl, so I am pretty proud of myself for stepping outside of the box and wearing shorts. I’m actually looking forward to finding more shorts for Summer! I love shorts!
Cute Summer Sandals Under $25!
9 JunHey guys, I scored on these cute sandals at Old Navy this past weekend and had to share! First of all, they are beyond cute, second of all they are COMFORTABLE, lastly they are $24.95! Perfect in every way! After some researching, I noticed they sell the brown and fuchsia online BUT they also had pale pink and black in stores. I saw pale pink and black at 2 separate locations, so if you want either of those colors, you’re going to have to hop in the car! So worth it though! Here is a link to the brown and fuchsia(which they are calling plum). Hope you find the color for you 🙂 If you check out my Instagram @yourstylejourney, you will see me rockin’ the pale pink color today!
What’s In My Beach Bag!
5 JunSummer is here and beach days are inevitable. I pretty much take the same few things to the beach every time I go. They include sunglasses, rubber flip-flops, a hat, a book/magazine, lip balm, SPF and a kick ass bathing suit! While we’re on the subject of kick ass bathing suits, I have recently learned about the cutest bathing suits from an awesome lingerie company by the name of Naja. Besides having super cute styles that are flattering, the bathing suits and bras are made from recycled water bottles!!!!!! The innovative swimwear is also made with water free printing which is pretty neat. No water= no water waste. Definitely check out their website, views on social impact, and women empowering women. Below are my personal essentials when it comes to beach days! Have a great weekend! XO, Journey 
Clockwise from top left: Eos lip balm in mint. Naja Bathing Suit. Forever 21 Fedora. Ralph Lauren Tote. Old Navy Flip Flops. Neutrogena SPF 110. I’ve been using this SPF for years and it is the BEST! It doesn’t break me out and it’s SPF 110!!! I wear it all summer long. Girlboss Book. Gucci Aviator Sunglasses.
Rocksbox ROCKS!!!!
3 JunI am obsessed with Rocksbox!!!!!! I have signed up with plenty of subscriptions boxes, and this is by far my favorite! Rocksbox is a monthly jewelry subscription box that arrives in your mailbox each month and has hand picked (by a stylist) pieces chosen to fit your tastes. When you sign up there is a questionnaire where you choose all the styles that you love and from there, they make specific boxes just for you! The cool thing about Rocksbox is that it’s a loan box, so if you happen to not like something, you can just send it back for a different piece. Think of it as the Netflix of jewelry- you can keep your pieces as long or a little as you’d like and once you send them back, you get new pieces!!! All for only $19 with a $10 credit going toward the purchase of any pieces that you can’t live without. Each box includes three pieces (necklace,earrings,ring etc.) and if you fall in love with any of them you CAN purchase them after the $10 is applied. My first box arrived today and I am SO impressed with the pieces, they are all MY STYLE! I’ve got to be honest, I had no idea just how accurate the styles would be, but I am blown away….these are all pieces I would buy! I look forward to my next box, but I don’t want to send these pieces back anytime soon!!!! The struggle is real! I want to keep everything!
To learn more about Rocksbox click HERE. If you’ve decide that you want to give it a try- the first month is FREE with my the code JOURNEYBFF.
Me opening my Rocksbox below….
Obsessed!!!!! Statement necklace, super cute earrings and dainty blinded out rings!!!! I’m doing the happy dance!
My Favorite Summer Sandals are on sale NOW!
25 MayMy favorite rhinestone and Glitter sandals are on sale now at Target!!! They were both already a wallet friendly price, but now they’re an extra 30%off with code MEM30.
Click here to shop the jeweled sandals. Click here to shop the glitter sandals.
Cannes Red Carpet stunners!
13 MayThe 68th annual Cannes film festival started with a BANG this evening in Cannes, France. There were many glamorous looks as expected but two were absolutely show stopping! I must get right to the pictures….
Lupita Nyong’o is a goddess in green Gucci.
Oh em geeeee the flower detail, the plunge neckline, the pleating, the draping! Absolutely amazing! Her beautiful oversized ballerina bun and gorgeous winged liner and purple pout made this look all the better. BRAVO Lupita!
Images: WireImage/ AP
Naomi Watts in silver Elie Saab. Somebody pinch me…. the feathers, the embellishing, the open back, the POCKETS!!!! Perfection! Love the minimal makeup and BOLD choice of necklace. Superb!
Images: Getty/Andreas Rentz/Venturelli
Wedding Heels (Under $100)
7 MayCALLING ALL BRIDES TO BE>>>> Wedding season is right around the corner and if you’re a bride to be, you may already know that searching for the right wedding heel can be a daunting task. I have been asked numerous times about my wedding heels so I thought I’d share them with you and a few more styles that I love- all under $100. My 4th wedding anniversary is fast approaching and I still remember the last-minute STRESS of finding the right heel. That all ended when I stumbled upon this picture on Pinterest! 
I had to have these heels! After searching I found out they were by Nina shoes. It was a breath of fresh air finding a brand that had so many wedding heels at decent prices. Your wedding heels should accent your dress without stealing the show and the price shouldn’t break the bank! Nina shoes also come in a variety of colors so they’re perfect for bridesmaids or for the bride looking to wear a pop of color on her special day. Hopefully this post will help you find your perfect heel. Cheers! And congrats on your upcoming nuptials! Below are some of my favorite wedding heels starting from lowest heel height to highest. Nina Culver Heel Height 2.5″ 
Nina Forbes Heel Height 3″ 
Nina Vinnie Heel Height 3.5″ 
Nina Vianna Heel Height 3.5″ 
Nina Electra (my wedding heels) Heel Height 4″ 
Nina Cabaret Heel Height 4″ 
Nina Cosmos Heel Height 4″ 
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