Good afternoon, Friday. I had a lovely OOTO type day today and boy was it lovely. It's cold out baby and I love it. Woke up late and hung with Khan and got to have lunch with a lovely old pal of mine who makes me laugh and inspires me. Lots of fun. Taking a day off felt like a little gift after a hard week, and I was grateful for some time at home. And while we're on the subject of gifting oneself, I thought it would be fun to do one of my Five for Friday posts and bring you Five Under Fifty- five fun things to buy for yourself this weekend that won't break the bank and are under fiddy bones. I hope wherever you are you can indulge in some you time, and perhaps buy yourself a little something if you feel like while doing so. Without further yammering, I bring you Five Under Fifty:
Tarte 12 Hour Amazonian Clay Blush in Exposed, $26- Hands down my favorite blush- subtle, glowy, pretty, oh and LONG LASTING. I have a hard time with blush in that it looks great when I put it on in the am but by the time I get to the office I'm Casper all over again. This blush is a bit like teflon but is still somehow natural. It's just the perfect shade and will suit most skin types. Big fan.
Armani Lip Maesto Matte Lacquer in Blush, $32- You know I love the red version of this super matte, eat and drink proof gloss that is part stain, part gloss. This color makes your lips look full and natural- adore a neutral lip color and this one is just perfection if your lips skew more naturally pink- fantastic little color boost that lasts and lasts and is matte but hydrating. Bravo, Mr. Armani.
C. Wonder hinge bit cuff, $38- OMG. So good. I love a classic cuff and this one feels expensive and fabulous and kind of Hermes/Gucci. C. Wonder's jewelry is so fabulous- great way to embrace some trends while not breaking the bank. Love their bracelets/bangles in particular. Great.
Old Navy Polka Dot scarf, $13.97- Oh, hey. My name is Old Navy polka dot scarf and I am too cute for words and a very cheap date. I'll go everywhere with you and you can even stash me in your nice handbag for chilly days.
The new Bridget Jones book, $16.01- Ya. I know. You're too smart and busy and postmodern to read this book. No you're not. And neither am I. Because everyone needs a break from CNN/fiscal cliffs/botched healthcare for all. You know you wanna. Just admit it and we'll all be ok,even if Renee Zellweger's new face looks reallllly weird.
And that's my list of fun things under 50 bucks. Two beauty products, two accessories, and one piece of chick lit. Looks like it's going to be a glamorous and girly weekend...cause that's what's up this gifting for myself kind of Friday in the beautiful borough of Brooklyn. Yours, in (responsible) spending. XO