Life With Lipstick On

Plaid and Cashmere

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Kacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick OnKacee from Life with Lipstick On I felt like I was officially a "big girl" when I got my first piece of cashmere.  It's buttery softness was all the graduation I needed. At first I would hoard it in my closet and only bring out for special occasions but now I am trying to make every day a bit more luxurious and sporting my lovely cashmere cardigan while I shop for Christmas presents, run errands, make it in the nick of time for soccer practice and race to ballet.  It makes the hustle bustle feel a little more easy. [show_shopthepost_widget id="389767"]

Photos: Corey Morgan

J.Crew cashmere sweater on sale now, older flannel but similar here and here ( and on sale) , Jeans on sale now, LUX clothing bag older but similar here and here , Leopard flats similar here and here

 

Fall outfit inspiration

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My hubby gave me a Movado for Christmas a couple years back and it's one of my most favorite pieces of jewelry.  This year I want to return the love and gift him a gorgeous watch. I always lean towards two toned options so that you can wear the piece with anything.  My dirty little  secret to picking out his watch is that I will most likely borrow it from time to time.  I love an oversized watch and mens wear is so on trend that it's a twofer.  Invaluable has the most gorgeous watches ranging from Movado to Rolex!  I may even get him ( us) a Rolex. Invaluable is a premiere auction site housing all things fabulous especially in the jewelry department.  I can't wait to see how much he loves it this Christmas!Fall outfit inspiration

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Pumpkin Enzyme mask

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When planning my wedding I was managing skin issues when my facialist that introduced me to enzymes. Ever since then, I have been in love with these little devils!  " There are many types of enzymes, they have two primary uses in skin care-- for exfoliation and anti-inflammation. Certain enzymes are effective exfoliants and can be gentler than other methods like scrubs and microdermabrasion. The upper layer of your skin is mostly made of dead skin cells containing keratin protein. The enzymes work by specifically breaking down the keratin protein, resulting in smoother skin." SELF magazine I personally have used enzymes as an exfoliatiant and have in the most recent years made my own masks focusing on enzymes.  Tis the season of pumpkins so I incorporated my left over pumpkin puree into my at home pumpkin mask.

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Friendsgiving Playdate

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Friendsgiving playdate With the busiest of school schedules and the hustle of the holidays upon us, we decided to host a "Friendsgiving" playdate to take a moment and celebrate some of our special friends before Thanksgiving.  We adorned a mini picnic bench with fluffy burlap, the most precious straw woodland creatures, fluffy cotton and birch wood pillars.  We used galvanized tin pales filled with toppings for to decorate our carmel apples.

Friendsgiving playdate

Our friends could decorate their carmel apples however they liked using Marshmallows, M&Ms, Oreo crumbles and Candy Corn.Friendsgiving playdateFriendsgiving playdate     Friendsgiving playdate

To catch all the our loose toppings and house or gooey carmel apple, we used paper trays to keep all our treats in one spot. Friendsgiving playdateFriendsgiving playdateLifeWithLipstick_FriendsGiving-4106Friendsgiving playdateFriendsgiving playdateLifeWithLipstick_FriendsGiving-4245

After we perfected our apples, the kiddos climbed trees, played duck duck goose and tag and found cloud formations.  We had so much fun watching them play and enjoy each others company.  Friendsgiving playdateFriendsgiving play dateFriendsgiving playdate

Decor and tables cape: Life with Lipstick On

Photography: Corey Morgan

Papergoods: Joie de Vie Paperie

Goodie bags: Simply Made

 

 

Pins of the week

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I love Fall but we don't love Halloween in our household.  We are not the scary, creepy traditional Halloween family.  We typically visit our church for an alternative night which we love.  We collect our candy and yell "Happy Harvest" as we fill our bags.  All the costumes are innocent and sweet.  Perfect for us. I remember in Junior High my parents would host the most fun Harvest party were we would bob for apples, dress up in our fun costumes and carve pumpkins.  It was all so innocent and fun. This is the Halloween that I hope to craft for my girls. This week's Pin Party is geared toward how I enjoy Halloween.  Chic black and white, simple and sweet costumes and fall decor.  We wish you a safe Halloween full of sweet treats and family fun. Pins of the week

Love this chic all black ensemble.  The simple gold accents add just the perfect amount of luxe.

I love fun fall games and bobbing for apples is my all time favorite.

Anemones are the coolest and most vampy flowers. Their high contrast black and white make them the perfect Halloween decor.

Black sparkly polka dot tulle.  I know….It's pretty dreamy!

We love a gold pumpkin in our house hold but the added sparkle just made it all so swoon worthy!

Sassy and simple Halloween costume perfection on the Olsen twins. 

Fall leaves , hay bales and strewn pumpkins make for the perfect fall entry way to this gorgeous colonial home.

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Easy Halloween Makeup

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Halloween is two second away and you have been so busy gathering tidbits for the kids costumes and the last minute candy that your costume is a little lacking.  We all have the easy go to's for Halloween that still work.  Kitty, fairy and witch are always a great standby for a last minute costume. To add a little more of a fun touch you can add some festive makeup to take your simple go to up a notch.  I love being able to use what I have on hand to make things more fun.  The girls went crazy for my fun kitty makeup.  For kitty, fairy and witch makeup tutorials visit step by step instructions on Momtastic. Halloween MakeupHalloween makeup

 

Halloween makeup

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Pins of the Week

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This week's Pin Party is all things Fall. Sweet treats, cozy getaways and snuggly ensembles. Pins of the Week- Life with Lipstick On

I was reminded this month by my mom how lovely marriage can be.  It can be nurtured by the simplest gestures.  One is doing what the other likes.  Being together if the best part.

Chic black and white word for everything and looks so lovely paired with this dark berry lip and simple coat.

How cozy does this amazing cabin look?  I could snuggle in there anytime!

I love the airy warmth of this mud room.  So clean and functional.

Salted Chocolate, Raspberry and Pistachio Pots de Crème….basically everything!

 

Pins of the Week

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Pins of the week-Life with Lipstick On Is there anything more stunning than silk and a ballerina? Just breathtaking!

With all the holiday festivities upon us, I can't wait to celebrate with all my loved ones over champagne and hugs.

Sun and calm.  I find the most peace when I sit still and close my eyes in the sun and apparently so does this little nugget.

I hear tons of giggles and the pitter patter of a big fat yellow lab in this cozy home.  Dreamy!

Love fall fashion and even more the dark shades of fall. A great manicure can change any mood.

In honor of New York Bridal Week this past week, this absolutely jaw dropping and beyond dreamy image.

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Living room inspiration with Modani Modern Furniture

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When it comes to home decor I think a lot can be inspired from fashion.  Fashion is such a fun way to show your sense of  personal style and what you gravitate too. I believe your home can be the same.   My home has always been my oasis and my safe place.  It was a welcome hug after a long day. I love to come home to all the little personal things that  made me happy and the people shoe I love the most. We have lived in our home for almost 8 years and we are still trying to completely make it our own.  I find our family room to be the nucleus of our home.  It's where the kids play with theirs toys and books.  It's where my office has been built in. It's where the dogs snore on their overstuffed dog beds.  It's where my hubby and snuggle in with a glass of wine at the end of the day and watch our favorite shows.  It's the center of our play and relaxing time together.  Although this room is beyond functional, I think every room in our home should be beautiful as well.  Modani Modern Furniture's pieces are classic yet with a clean, modern twist.  I love the structure of Modani Modern Furniture's collections and consider them basics.  Just like a basic go to outfit a great room needs great bones.  The accessories can be changed out to create a different feel but the basic pieces stay classic.

I've inspired my new living room by my love for this simple neutral and white ensemble.  I love the freshness of white with the coziness of the rich tan.  It's dressy but still totally comfortable and lived in.  Just like this room will be.  Kacee from Life with Lipstick On

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Visit Modani Modern Furniture stores to find the pieces I've showcased  or visit any of their  Modani Modern Furniture stores in many of the major metropolitan areas across the United States and Canada. I featured Onyx White Sofa, Boden floor lamp,Savina lounge Chair, Valentino mirror,Lugano library Bookcase, books.