5 HOLIDAY WREATH IDEAS
Christmas has come early to the Liira household! I tried to convince James to buy a fake tree this year (I KNOW RIIIIGGGHHHHTTT!) mainly because I wanted to start Christmas as soon as possible. He kindly reminded me how we both grew up having real trees and nothing is better than walking through the door and smelling a real tree. (I guess that's true but doesn't this amazing candle do that for ya?) I just can't rob Luca of that experience so come December 1st, you know I'll be at that Christmas tree lot getting my real tree.
Christmas has come early to the Liira household! I tried to convince James to buy a fake tree this year (I KNOW RIIIIGGGHHHHTTT!) mainly because I wanted to start Christmas as soon as possible. He kindly reminded me how we both grew up having real trees and nothing is better than walking through the door and smelling a real tree. (I guess that's true but doesn't this amazing candle do that for ya?) I just can't rob Luca of that experience so come December 1st, you know I'll be at that Christmas tree lot getting my real tree.
That aside, I did manage to put up some other decorations. My banner is up, stockings are hung, and next up is the wreath! I want to do something cute yet modern this year so I turned to pinterest (as always) to inspire me.
1. Boxwood wreath w/ bow (above) I'm loving that simple yet modern wreath. It's fake, so it will last year after year and how crazy how a simple bow transforms it into wow!
2. Large Eucalyptus Wreath I fell in love with Eucalyptus after we made our own bouquets at my bff's wedding a couple years back. It looks so nice and it lasts a long time! I love it here with berries.
3. Eucalyptus with peonies This one is super not practical for Christmas (unless you live in Australia where peonies are currently in bloom!) but I had to include it because it was SO GORGEOUS! The pink with that dusty green is just #swoon.
4. DIY Holiday Wreath is pretty amazing too. I'm not the craftiest person so my version could turn out very horrible but if you're good at DIY you could do this one pretty easily! I love the red berries...not too many, but just enough to get your attention.
5. (Yet another) Eucalyptus Holiday Wreath Ha I know, another eucalyptus one! But this one has cotton and berries and little red roses!! These guys were so on point with combining Eucalyptus and Christmas.
Have you started on your Christmas decor yet? Or do you wait until December 1st? I feel like everyone started wayyyy earlier this year and I'm totally okay with that! (Praise 106.5 even started Christmas tunes early!!!)
XO,
laura
HELLO WEEKEND
Happy Friday everyone! Are you hitting up the Black Friday sales? I'm kinnnnnda tempted to venture out because James is off and we can make it a family outing but honestly, I'm starting to prefer shopping from my smartphone over going to the mall, ha!
Here are some sales I got my eye on:
Happy Friday everyone! Are you hitting up the Black Friday sales? I'm kinnnnnda tempted to venture out because James is off and we can make it a family outing but honestly, I'm starting to prefer shopping from my smartphone over going to the mall, ha!
Here are some sales I got my eye on:
- Asos- 20% off the whole site with code GOGOGO. Ohhh this jacket has me all heart eyes.
- TOPSHOP- up to 50% off! Loving these sandals.
- Joe Fresh- 30% off almost everything! I think I need this little sweater for Luca and this cute top for me!
- Urban Outfitters- BOGO 50% off on apparel! I'm liking this graphic tee and this sweatshirt.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend AND if you live in Victoria, do come to my church's CAROLS ALBUM RELEASE!! It's happening on Sunday at Glad Tidings Church at 6 & 8pm and it's going to be AMAZING!!!! You'll hear amazing musicians (including my handsome hubby!)
XOXO!
laura
CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE #1- COZY
Have you started your Christmas shopping? I usually leave it to the last minute but this time I'm determined (wishing, hoping) to get it done before mid-December!
This gift guide sums up my life right now. It's freezing outside, which means all I want to do is cozy up by our fire with a good book or a cute baby :)
Have you started your Christmas shopping? I usually leave it to the last minute but this time I'm determined (wishing, hoping) to get it done before mid-December!
This gift guide sums up my life right now. It's freezing outside, which means all I want to do is cozy up by our fire with a good book or a cute baby :)
1. Kate Spade Pyjamas // 2. Mug // 3. Eye Mask // 4. Frasier Fir Candle (MY ABSOLUTE FAVE AT THIS TIME OF YEAR!) // 5. Joggers //
6. Giant Knit Throw // 7. Slippers // 8. Bubble Bath
Hope this gives you some gift ideas for that cozy lover in your life!
XO,
laura
HELLO WEEKEND
Happy Friday y'all. Can you believe December is less than TWO weeks AWAY....my goodness gracious. This past week was pretty chill around here and I am totally okay with that. I have a packed Saturday with holiday photos, a baby shower, 1st birthday and my bro & sis in law are here!! But on Sunday afternoon, I'm going to ask James to make a fire and get out the Christmas box because that just needs to happen.
Happy Friday y'all. Can you believe December is less than TWO weeks AWAY....my goodness gracious. This past week was pretty chill around here and I am totally okay with that. I have a packed Saturday with holiday photos, a baby shower, 1st birthday and my bro & sis in law are here!! But on Sunday afternoon, I'm going to ask James to make a fire and get out the Christmas box because that just needs to happen.
Have you started decorating yet? Or are you on of those who waits until December 1st? I usually wait until December 1st but this year I just want to celebrate as long as I possibly can...I may have already finished a carton of eggnog (!!!!)
Black Friday deals have started...I may have scooped up these bodysuits along with a few more things for Luca at Old Navy (40% off most of the site!)
Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
XO,
laura
5 BEAUTY PRODUCTS YOU NEED THIS WINTER
Nothing says winter is coming, like super pale skin and the sun setting at 4:30pm.....I KNOW RIGHT...it's so cruel but praise the Lord for Christmas music and beauty products that make you look alive. Thankfully Sephora had their annual VIB sale (20% off) over the weekend and this mama went on a little shopping spree aka I used gift cards I had been saving since my birthday (budget life LOLZ) to stock up on some old and new favourites to get me through the dismal winter.
Nothing says winter is coming, like super pale skin and the sun setting at 4:30pm.....I KNOW RIGHT...it's so cruel but praise the Lord for Christmas music and beauty products that make you look alive. Thankfully Sephora had their annual VIB sale (20% off) over the weekend and this mama went on a little shopping spree aka I used gift cards I had been saving since my birthday (budget life LOLZ) to stock up on some old and new favourites to get me through the dismal winter.
1. GOOD MASCARA If I could only wear one beauty product for the rest of my life, you know I would choose mascara. I obviously went with my good ol' faithful who has never let me down (Benefit Roller Lash, by far THE BEST mascara out there!)
2. BLUSH & BRONZER I wear SPF 40 almost everyday so that being said, my skin needs some COLOUR. I had used this one from Nars for ages. I loved it but wanted to try up something different. I picked up Urban Decay's Naked Flushed Palette and I'm happy to report that it goes on great! Way cheaper than Nars AND has a light pink highlighter. The bronzer doesn't have any shimmer in it, which is defs a win for me.
3. LIP BALM My lips get SO dry during the winter so I am always in need of a good lip balm. Fresh's Sugar balm is my absolute favourite. Trust me, you will love it.
4. SELF TANNER/MOISTURE MASK I finally bit the bullet and bought Vita Liberata's night moisture mask and I'm sooo glad I did. It's an overnight self tanner/moisture mask that leaves your skin mega moisturized along with a non-orange glow (which also doesn't stain your pillow!) It takes me from "you look tired and deathly" to "ohhh, your skin looks so nice". It's a bit on the pricier side but you don't need much (this bottle should last me at least 6 months!)
5. GOOD CONCEALER And lastly I picked up concealer to hide my massive dark circles. I was a little sad to see that Smashbox had discontinued the one I had been using for years BUT the replacement is just as good, if not better. It's waterproof, and seemed to last a bit longer than the old smashbox one so my dark circles don't need to show their lovely selves anytime soon, ha.
I wasn't in need of moisturizer but my go to one is this one by Clinique and also I started using this cleanser from the drugstore (I know righhhttt!!) and I am loving it!!
What are you winter beauty must haves?? let me know in the comments or on facebook!
XOXO,
laura