Cheers! 

Cheers to us, two college graduates (as of tomorrow).
Cheers to writing and putting together over a 100 posts. 
Cheers to completing some  New Year's goals. 
Cheers to trying and (maybe failing) the  others. 
Cheers to being employed. 
Cheers to the adventures that will continue in NYC. 
Cheers to Elon this amazing place we have been able to call home for the past four years. 
Cheers to the parents, I respect and am thankful for you more and more everyday. 
Cheers to this funny little idea of ours that turned into something amazing. 
Cheers to M. 
Cheers to K. 

Thank you everyone who has read, liked, posted, commented or supported us for the last four months. We will be taking a slight hiatus as we graduate and settle into our new city and our new jobs. Don't fret we will be back soon! 

Cheers for now, 

MK 

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A big trend this season is the patterned short. They're easy to throw on and can easily be dressed up or dressed down. Here are a few pairs we are currently craving. We're especially in love with these Joie ikat shorts and these Nasty Gal floral shorts. 

Is anyone else still trying to process that it is already May?  These past few months have flown by, it's hard to believe it's already time to review my latest Birchbox. The theme of this months Birchbox is freewheeling - forgetting about the rules, taking beauty risks, and enjoying the freshness in the air that means summer is almost here. Not only did this box have some awesome new products, but also a #sunsavy cheat sheet reminding me how important it is to wear sunscreen everyday. Two fun tips to remember are that you should put on at least 1oz. shot glass-size amount of sunscreen on your body and and one almond-size amount for your face. Here are a couple of the products I'm loving from this month's box. 

Pixi- Shea Butter Lip Balm- This tinted lip balm goes on like a hydrating chapstick,  gives lasting color like a lipstick and is the perfect amount of shine like a lipgloss. You can wear one of the five different shades available on their own or it's great to layer under a lipstick as super-moisturizing  base coat. 

Whish- Shave Crave Shaving Cream-  I've been using the same body wash and doubling it as a shaving cream for the longest time, but it was definitely time to find something new. This acai grapefruit shave cream from Whish is both soft and light like a mousse that doesn't dry skin out like a typical shaving foam. Its packed with all natural and organic ingredients that nourish, sooth and moisturize. 

Gilchrist & Soames- Spa Therapy Body Lotion- This body lotion smells like summer in a bottle. Made with cucumber,  marine extracts and sea fennel (whatever that is - I am now obsessed). The formula has no oils, parabens or petrol-derived ingredients. A perfect post shower moisturizer when your skin is sun kissed after those longs days at the beach.  

Read about my March and April boxes here and here.  To sign up for your own Birchbox subscription click here! 

Cheers!
MK

Flipping through the most recent issue of Woman's Health, I came across this incredibly easy to read and informative vitamin chart. I always try to stay on top of my vitamins, especially since I am a vegetarian, but with all the different types it can get so confusing. Above is a guide put together by Woman's Health that outlines the correct foods and vitamins you should be taking based on your diet, fitness level, and lifestyle. 

Cheers!
MK

Dolce Vita dress c/o // Essie "E-Nuf is E-Nuf" // earrings  (similar here)

Caren Forbes & Co. is a boutique located in Connecticut with an incredible assortment of trendy clothing, jewelry, and accessories. We love with their collection of affordable and unique pieces that can't be found anywhere else. Whether you're looking for a new pair of cut off  jean short or a dress for graduation, Caren Forbes & Co. will have what you're looking and be in your budget!

This Dolce Vita dress is the ideal summer look and is in stores now. With graduation upon us, we're in desperate need of the perfect LWD. The open back and lace detail on this dress make it both traditional and exciting. Stop by one of the Caren Forbes & Co. locations in New Canaan or Rowayton, CT to see for yourself.

You can see what else is in stores by checking out Caren Forbes & Co.'s Facebook page or by following them on Instagram. Also, be sure to take a peak at their Pinterest and Tumblr pages!

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Recently, two of our favorite bloggers collaborated with our favorite clothing store and jewelry designer. Emily Schulman of Cupcakes and Cashmere teamed up with Club Monaco to design five pieces and a shoe for their spring collection. Courtney Kerr of What Courtney Wore  has recently collaborated with Gorgana to create a beautiful jewelry collection. It is the perfect mix of bold statement pieces and simple everyday rings and bracelets. We love both of these bloggers and think that there current collaborations are the perfect compliment to each other! Shop both of the collaborations by clicking on the pictures or links above. 

Design Forum is an adorable salon located inside Faucuette House in Elon, North Carolina. They offer a variety of salon services such as haircare, waxing, facials, as well as manicures and pedicures. K and I are both frequent visitors of this cute and cheery salon for haircuts, coloring, and blowouts for special events like our birthdays or formal. Located in the same building as Lowell's Wine List , there is a beautiful porch out front where you can wait for an appointment or hang out after a visit.  Thank you so much to Design Forum and our two stylists Jennifer and Araceli for always making our hair look amazing!

We're also doing a giveaway with Design Forum for two free blowouts, which means two winners! The giveaway opens today and closes Monday at noon. Follow the instructions below to enter. 

Cheers!
MK

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Kerastase Powder Buff: This product is great for infusing texture into your hair. I use it to build texture and body a day or two after a blow out when my hair feels flat and lifeless. It's also great to layer with hairspray for an extreme volume look!

L'Oreal Fresh Dust Dry Shampoo: This is currently K's favorite dry shampoo. It instantly revives and refreshes any look. Its neutral shade is great for brown hair and the micro fine powder absorbs oil to release the weight of heavy hair. It also smells amazing! 

Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo: Voted Best Dry Shampoo and Best Quick Fix by Allure magazine, this dry shampoo powder is seriously amazing. It has a fresh lemon scent, is the best at soaking up oil and boosts volume.

Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray:  Similar to powder formula this is one of the best dry shampoos out there. The formula sprays clear, making it undetectable in any color hair, and is a serious volume boost. M loves to layer this spray over the powder formula from Oscar Blandi for an extra boost. 

Bosley RosRenew Volumizing Dry Shampoo:  This clear spray is color safe, and especially made for people with thinner hair. M's current favorite, the Bosley spray is also created to give hair UV protection and leaves hair feeling extra soft and looking clean.

Bumble and Bumble-Thickening  Dryspun Finish: This translucent spray gives the best lift and leaves my hair feeling weightless. A great spray to use right after styling your hair as a finishing touch. The spray is color safe and works well on all hair types. 



Cheers!
MK

We love snacking on nuts and dried fruit and are constantly make little mixes of whatever's around the house. This particular mix is the perfect balance of salty and sweet. It's a great afternoon pick me up to snack on during class or at work. Be careful, it's seriously addicting! 

Add popcorn to a bowl.

Mix in dark chocolate medley. 

Add banana chips, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries. 

Add trail mix to mason jars. 

Cheers!
MK

With all the beautiful weather we've had recently, summer is constantly on our minds. This summer, my goal is to be better about wearing a hat and protect my skin from the sun. Here are a few of our favorite beach hats and sunglasses!

You can shop all of our picks by clicking on the photos or the text below.