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Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts

March Favorites




Where did the time go this March?!?!? It's already time for another Catoura's Monthly Favorites. This past month, I've been obsessing over seven items ranging from makeup to my favorite book. I truly love March, mainly for the fact that it's Persian New Year's and my college spring break! I had plenty of time to relax and enjoy myself, and you can bet I took full advantage. What were your favorites from March? 



I have been wearing this beauty with basically all my outfits this month, and I still can't believe how much it cost me... Only $5! Yes, believe it! I was running some errands at Wal-Mart, and I happened to check out their jewelry section. As I was looking around my eye was caught by a wall of statement necklaces. Who'd have know Wal-Mart was necklace heaven? The price of all the beauties neatly arranged on that wall ranged from $5 to $10. This particular necklace happened to be one of the $5 pieces. I was amazed by the quality of it, and it shows that Wal-Mart has definietly stepped up in their jewelry department. 


For the longest time I've been on a hunt to find the best eye makeup remover available. I finally ended up purchasing one from Sephora (for $20... No beuno). I personally don't like oily eye makeup removers, but this one from L'Oreal happens to be the best match for me. It even removes my waterproof mascara and eyeliner without leaving an oily residue behind. 


This buttery goodness is definitely a lip gloss fanatic's must-have! I adore it, and I will most likely repurchase once it's run out. The color I wore throughout this month was called "Dolly Girl," and it's the perfect shade of glossy, hot pink. It really makes your lips stand out without feeling sticky, leaving just the right amount of gloss. 


The smooth finish foundation by Laura Mercier really does give your skin that flawless finish. I love this foundation, even if it's a tad on the pricier side. I love how it gives me a smooth, flawless look with out causing my make up to appear caked on. With the weather getting warmer, I really don't want my skin looking cakey at all. 


If you're a girly girl who loves the color pink, like me, then you would love this polish by OPI. This gorgeous nail polish even has the word pink in its name: "I Think In Pink." I have been wearing this polish nonstop this month, and I may even continue wearing it in the month of April. The nail polish is a light shade, with just a hint of nude tones. This is a perfect polish for a job interview, just to give an example. 


I'm by no means a dry shampoo kind of girl, but there are times when my hair just needs a break from real shampoo (mainly because it drys my hair out). I usually use dry shampoo on days that I don't wash my hair (which is basically every other day). This product not only smells good, but helps get rid of the excess natural oils in my hair. 


Earlier this month I was drinking my coffee at Barnes& Nobles Cafe, when decided to walk around and look at some books. I came across this book by JoJo Moyes, and started reading it right there in the store. I ended up reading through five entire chapters before actually purchasing the book. That's how much I loved this romantic story-line. If you're a fan of romance, then you will love her books! 







Lemon Yellow


Hello Sunshines! Ready to brighten up your wardrobe this spring? Add a splash of yellow to your outfits... No, not mustard yellow, but a beautifully vibrant lemon yellow. If you don't like wearing bright colors (like myself, lover of all things black) try wearing a dash of yellow; something a bit simpler like a belt or even some subtle yellow jewelry. Now, just a little warning: there is a such thing as over doing it with this color, so minimize your yellowness to one or two items. Below are a few of my favorite lemon yellow pieces. Let go of your darker yellow tones from fall, and embrace some lemon yellow in your spring closet! Lemon Yellow
                                                                             
                                                      


Blazer & Shorts

 

 
 
 
 
There's nothing like classy summer blazers and shorts. I have been beyond obsessed with this outfit combo! Sometime last week, I posted a pic on Instagram showing off the look. With that post being such a big hit, I decided to do a full outfit post of my favorite summer blazer and my flirty short-shorts. The blue, pin-striped blazer seems to have a real sailor-type look to it. I wore a white sheer top to give my outfit a more polished clean look. When it comes to an outfit, knowing when and where to keep it simple goes a long way. The shorts are solid navy-blue, adorned with patterns. Of course, an outfit is never complete without a dash of bling, so I added a statement necklace and bracelet that both had dusted-gold undertones. My shoes, which were a steal by the way, were from Rue21. At only $10, I couldn't walk away! I've worn these shoes to the tee, and they still look brand new. My current summer purse obsession is my white Kenneth Cole handbag, which was just the right finishing touch on my look. This outfit is perfect for the cooler summer days and evenings, especially when going out for a date or an event. 
 
 
 






Outfit Essentials: 
 
Blazer: J Crew
Top: New York & Comp.
Shorts: Old Navy 
Heels: Rue21 
Jewelry: Charming Charlie
Purse: Kenneth Cole Outlet 
 
 
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Blue Diamonds

 
 Hello everyone! I hope y'all are having a wonderful week so far. This week's outfit post revolves around my favorite new summer dress that I recently purchased at Old Navy. The vibrant pattern of the dress is what really drew me in for the purchase; I am a sucker for anything with a fun design. I cinched it up by wearing a simple gold belt to help extenuate my waist.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

TBT Edition: First Spring OOTD from 2013

Can't believe my favorite season of the year is coming soon! I dedicate this TBT (Throw-Back-Thursday) to my first spring outfit from 2013. I still have the top and I plan to wear it again this year. Once I'm done with my spring cleaning I might even find some other tops (stored away for a whole year). Hope y'all are having a wonderful Thursday!
 
 
 
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MACY'S MODEL CASTING CALL IN ATLANTA

If you live in the greater Atlanta area and you have what it takes to walk the runway you should audition!
 
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I Met Elle and Blair Fowler!!!





 OMG! I can't tell y'all how excited I was to finally meet my all time favorite Youtube Gurus, Elle and Blair. These two pretty ladies are actually from Georgia, so when Macy's told me they were going to be in town I had to stop by to say hi! Not only did I get the chance to meet these fellow vloggers, but I also got to see the fashion show they were putting on. The event showcased some of their favorite pieces for the coming fall season. Overall, I absolutely adored the entire spectacle. I have to say, there's not a better way for a fashion blogger to start her weekend!

















A Night of Fashion & Meeting Tai Beauchamp from InStyle Magazine!!!


Tonight my bestie, Lidijia (also a blogger too!), and I headed to Lenox Mall (a popular high-end mall in Atlanta). They were having an event called "Girl's Night Out." As we were going through Macy's, we were stopped by a lovely lady, now a friend, named Tamara (such a sweetie) who told us that Tai Beauchamp, the Instyle Magazine Ambassador, was there hosting a fashion show. We watched the show and had a blast! We saw some new pieces that are going to be pretty popular this fall. I also had the chance to talk to her, and believe me when I tell you that her confidence and beauty are truly empowering; I love meeting people like her. I also wanted to say a big thanks to the Macy's team that did such an amazing job putting the event together :)