5 Beauty Buys Under $25

I can't lie to you - I spend boatloads of money on beauty products. It's my weakness and I admit I have a problem. With that said, not all of my beauty products are expensive. Here are a few of my favorites that cost under $25! 

L'ORÉAL EverCreme Cleansing Conditioner $6.99

This shampoo is the amazing. I am always hesitant to buy a shampoo and conditioner in one, but this one is an exception. It's sulfate and paraben free, so it is very gentle on hair! I could not believe how shiny and soft it left my hair after just one use. 

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara $4.49

I keep a mascara everywhere - in my locker at the gym, in my desk at work and I leave one in all of my bags. This obsession gets expensive! Shockingly, this drugstore mascara is awesome. 

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion $10.79

Stop leaving your house without moisturizer! This is totally unacceptable. While I have many expensive lotions, this one works almost as well. It's light and fragrance free so it's even fine for super sensitive skin. 

JOSIE MARAN Natural Volume Lip Gloss $20.00

Who doesn't have one million and one lip glosses? This one should definitely join your collection. It's sheer enough to wear over lipstick, yet has enough of a pink tint to wear alone. Bonus - it leaves your lips with bit of natural plumpness. 

St. Ives Invigorating Apricot Scrub $4.29    

All skin types should be using a scrub once a week. Especially in winter when skin tends to be extra dry. This oil free apricot scrub does the job, and it's inexpensive enough to use on your legs before shaving. 

Perfectly Glossed Kisses,

Sutton

Finding the Perfect Shirtdress

My daily e-mail from Moda Operandi today had the subject of “One shirtdress. Two ways.” And that got me thinking about how I’ve been kind of obsessed with finding the perfect shirtdress lately. The shirtdress is arguably one of the most necessary closet staples and for good reason. The right one is chic on its own and looks just as chic but totally different when styled in a myriad of different ways. 

I just ordered this one from Acne, $310 at Barney's: 

 

I love its shape and how its clean, crisp look is balanced by a little flare. The layered bottom makes for a lovely silhouette, and is substantial enough to look like an actual skirt if I wear a sweater over the top.

 

And this one from J.W. Anderson, $295 at Moda Operandi, is as perfect as you can get. It’s crisp, sharp and minimalist, so will look clean and modern on its own and make the ideal foundation piece for layering.

 

This one from Forever 21, just $23, has that T by Alexander Wang vibe – it’s effortless and just plain cool in its long, sleeveless silhouette.

 

 

Another approach to the look is a denim version, which also has that great advantage of looking cool on its own or layered – go denim on denim or denim, if your heart desires. This simple, flattering version is just $40 at Uniqlo.

 

 

And if you’re in the market for something a little more feminine, this eyelet shirtdress from Band of Outsiders, $645 at La Garconne is just lovely. Cut from eyelet with a flared skirt, it’s flattering, chic and cool yet elegant.

 

 

Handbags and Hugs,

Astor