I'm alive!

Ok, so I'm not dead, I've just been busy and I'm so sorry I had to leave you for so long. But, I'm back now! Isn't that exciting?! I thought so! I did a tiny bit of shopping this weekend and I found a couple very cute summer things. I bought a pair of green/aqua shorts from American Eagle and a cute laid back, cross body bag from Maurice's. I very rarely find anything from Maurice's because it's just not my style. But, my boyfriend's mom got me a few things from there for my birthday and I didn't love them. All I could get for them was store credit so I looked around and finally found this cute bag.

That's the bag. I'm loving it because it's neutral, so I can wear it with just about anything. It's also crossbody, which I'm way into right now because it's so easy to carry around. No hands necessary to hold this bag. Know what that means? My hands are open for drinks :) I'm ok with that. Great summer bag! 

And those are my lovely new shorts. I'm so looking forward to wearing them! They are the perfect color and they fit fantastically! I am very excited about these. So many outfit options! Ok, I'll stop gushing about them now. 

I hope you all had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend and I hope you all have a great rest of your week! Have a fantastic night! 

xoxo, Morgan

Sunny Sunday

Happy Sunday lovelies! I hope you all had a wonderful Saturday! I know I did. The dance recital was beautiful yesterday! There were a lot of really awesome dances and great music. Enough about that though. Yesterday, I made the most delicious fruit dip ever! I have no idea if I invented it or not, I pretty much just threw some random stuff together and it turned out delicious. It was one single serving container of plain greek yogurt, about 3 tablespoons of brown sugar and a drizzle of honey. I didn't really measure the ingredients, so those are approximations. But it was absolutely fantastic and I think you should try it! I hope you all have a beautiful Sunday! Enjoy the last day of your weekend! Get out and spend the day outside in the beautiful weather! 

xoxo, Morgan

Happy Saturday!

Good morning beautiful! Yesterday was such a lazy day! I felt terrible, it's the first day I haven't worked out in a while. I still went on my 4 mile walk, but that's just not enough. Oh well I guess, I probably needed a break. I've already gone on my walk today and I need to do yoga and maybe a 30 day shred workout. I have so much working out to do and not enough time to do it because I'm going to my cousin's dance recital tonight! I'm so excited. She is such a beautiful girl and a great dancer. Bonus: her recitals always have the BEST music! Also, my other cousin (her little sister) is the cutest! So, I'm sorry this is such a short post, but I have to go get all my work outs in so I have some time to spend outside on this beautiful day before I get to go see my cousins! I hope you all have a wonderful Saturday! It's beautiful outside so spend some time in the sun and, most of all, HAVE FUN! 

xoxo, Morgan

Nails!

Hello pretty ladies! It's been a while since I've done a beauty post so I decided to do one today! I found something great on Pinterest yesterday. Instead of trying to use tape as a guide for your french manicure, use paper hole reinforcements. They already have the round shape that you need and they are super easy to use and super cheap! 

Secondly, I didn't get the Essie Shine of the Times for my birthday, I bought it for myself! :) I still haven't used it because I've been too busy to paint my nails. Isn't that terrible? Who doesn't have time to paint their nails? It's an incredibly sad story. Feel free to feel bad for me. Oh, I'm only kidding! I plan on painting my nails tomorrow. I've actually managed to set time aside for it. I can't wait. I was thinking of using it with Essie Dive Bar, it's a very dark blue with a tiny hint of green/turquoise. Now I'm thinking it's maybe a bit too dark. Maybe I'll use a bit lighter color. I will decide tomorrow! 

I need to go do yoga now. I have no energy, but I'm making myself do it. I'll only regret it in the morning if I don't do it. So goodnight all you lovely ladies. Hope you have a beautiful night and a wonderful tomorrow. 

xoxo, Morgan

Quickie!

Get your mind out of the gutter ladies! I just mean this will be a quick post. I will get back to the real deal tomorrow. I had such a crazy and fun weekend! It was so good to be back with all my friends and celebrate their big day with them! And then there was Mother's Day! My mom, sister, and I went to my grandparents' house and my great-grandmother was there. We had a cookout and the weather was beautiful! Such a great way to celebrate my wonderful mom and my fantastic grandma and great-grandma. My sister gave me my birthday present yesterday because she forgot it when she came to celebrate my birthday and that is where the real post comes in. She got me a yoga mat and the Jillian Michaels Yoga Meltdown DVD. I tried it yesterday and today and... I. LOVE. IT!  It's such a fantastic workout and it is also very calming! I have done it twice and it is already my new favorite workout! It's wonderful. I definitely recommend it. So go out and buy it. It will kick your butt and help you relax at the same time. But most of all, have fun! Working out doesn't have to be terrible. Make it fun so you're more likely to do it every day! Enjoy your yoga!

xoxo, Morgan

Hello Lovely!

Hi there pretty lady! I hope you've had a beautiful Thursday, I know mine was incredibly uneventful. I will be off to visit my friends this weekend for their graduation and I am SO excited! I am so proud of them all. They are beautiful, wonderful, smart, stunning, hilarious ladies and I could not possibly be happier that we have been friends for 4 years of college. Since I haven't actually decided what to wear yet, I'm going to share the outfit that I wish I was wearing :) 

J Crew ribbed tank top
$9.99 - jcrew.com

Toast genuine leather jacket
£445 - johnlewis.com

Alice Olivia long pleated maxi skirt
$396 - bloomingdales.com

Rachel Zoe platform wedge
$375 - neimanmarcus.com

Marc Jacobs leather clutch
$495 - barneys.com






Isn't this beautiful?! I love the purple skirt with the yellow clutch! Stunning. Now, I just need to own all these gorgeous pieces, which probably will never happen. I don't see anything wrong with dreaming though ;) Maybe if you're lucky, I'll show you what I actually decide to wear on Saturday. I guess we'll just have to wait and find out. Have a wonderful night lovelies!

xoxo, Morgan

Wanted Wednesday

I know my birthday is over (and it was fantastic, of course) but I am still in the mood for making wish lists so I will make another for you today. With summer coming, I just can't stop finding things that I'm pretty sure I need. And why not? There is absolutely no reason for me to stop wishing.

1. Aerie Vintage Lace Bandeau - They are super cute to layer under tanks or anything you really. They come in basic neutral colors and in fun neon colors that are great for summertime or if you want to add some spice to a neutral outfit. Bonus: Super Cheap! 7.50 each! I'll take one in every color!

2. American Eagle Cutout Heart Crop Tank - This tank is adorable for summer. The gray is a bit calm for summer so you can liven it up a bit by adding the bandeau under it in one of the neon colors! Or you can wear the white or sand color to keep it neutral. Either way, I need this top! Bonus: Also super cheap! :) 

3. Zara Basic Sandal - These shoes are amazing! The color blocking is great for summer. They come in basic black and a few other colors so you can buy them to go with every outfit! They look fantastic with anything. And they're only $50!

That's all I can lust after for tonight. I might be motivated enough to go buy all these things tomorrow. I don't see why I shouldn't have anything I've ever dreamed of ;) And you deserve it all too! Have fun shopping!  

xoxo, Morgan 

Mani Monday + MY BIRTHDAY!

Hello pretty ladies! Guess what... as you may have guessed by the title of today's post, IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!  My birthday is by far my favorite day of the year! What's my least favorite day you ask? May 8th. The day after my birthday. It's so disappointing. It's like Christmas afternoon after all the presents have been opened and you have to clean up the wrapping paper. It's just anticlimactic compared to my birthday, and that is why I dislike it so very much.
I'm not really doing a mani today, but I am going to post a few nail polish colors that I'm in love with at the moment.

1. Essie Bazooka - It's such a pretty spring color. It's almost the same color as the shirt I'm wearing today :)

2. Essie Mesmerized - This bright blue is perfect! Even though this is a bright blue, you can wear it with a lot of different things. 

3. Zoya Mitzi - This one is great because it's bright and fun, but it's also a matte finish polish. I love matte finish polishes. They're just kind of unexpected and a nice change from the usual high shine. 

4. NARS Bright Tomato Red - Is this not the perfect red?! I love it. That's really all I have to say. 

Ok, that's all I have for today. I have to get back to my birthday festivities! I hope you all have a wonderful day. And get a mani, you deserve it! 

xoxo, Morgan

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Hello lovely readers! How is your Cinco de Mayo?! I hope it's going wonderfully! Mine has been lovely. I know I don't normally write about movies, but my boyfriend and I went to see The Avengers today. I'm not a comic book nut or anything, but he is. I have seen the Iron Man movies and Captain America and a lot of super hero movies and enjoyed them, so I was expecting to enjoy The Avengers. I was definitely NOT disappointed! I was only expecting to enjoy it, not be blown away by it. It is safe to say it is now in my top 5 favorite movies. It was fantastic. I may have to actually start reading comic books ;) I was wanting to see The Hunger Games too, but I don't think my belly could handle two movies in one day. All that popcorn does not do a body good. I got my workout in for the day though, so they cancel out right? Ha, I don't think I'm that lucky. Maybe I'll work out twice as long tomorrow. I will have to gather the motivation tomorrow because I definitely didn't have the energy for two sessions today.
I am sorry I have been so busy lately and haven't been able to post every day. I will get my act together, hopefully tomorrow. I will get more posts out to you, I swear.
So, Monday is my birthday! My birthday is the most exciting day of my entire year. I absolutely love it! This year it's on a Monday so it's not as exciting, but I am determined to make it fantastic. I am going to get going for tonight, but I hope you all have a wonderful night!

xoxo, Morgan

Sorry!

I'm so sorry I've been absent the past few days! I've been busy and I haven't felt well for the past few days. Not fun stuff. I feel terrible that I haven't posted anything new though. Anyway, let's get to it. My birthday is coming up and I am going to make a wishlist of things I want. Feel free to send them my way if you're feeling generous! ;) Of course, I'm only kidding. I wouldn't expect you to give me anything!

1. Essie Luxe Effects Shine of the Times - Topping off the list is Essie Nail polish. Their Luxe Effects line is gorgeous and I wouldn't mind getting all of the colors in that line, I mean who doesn't love a little glitter here and there. But my fave is Shine of the Times. It's this beautiful holographic-esque, irridescent glitter that basically changes its look depending on what shade you put it over. So gorge!

2. Wedges - I have not yet found the perfect pair, but I'm thinking something espadrille. I had a beautiful pair of wedges a few years ago, and I got some good use out of them. They are now in shoe heaven. I'm looking for something with an ankle strap, and a neutral color. I'm thinking the Audrey Brooke Eddie Wedge Sandal at DSW is beautiful if it weren't for the nude being patent. I would like something more casual. That way I can dress it up or down. I will keep searching until I find just the right ones, and trust me, you will know when I do!

3. Armani Code by Giorgio Armani - Beautiful fragrance. I am looking for something new. I have never owned it before. Therefore, I need it. End of story.

4. An oversize clutch - I saw a lovely snake print clutch that had a removable strap at JCPenney. I would use it mostly without the strap, probably, but when I didn't think I would have the option of holding onto it all night, I could use the strap and just carry it on my shoulder. And the snake print could be dressed up or down. It sure was lovely, but not perfect. I am looking for perfection. A little more oversize than that one was. As you can probably tell so far, I am hard to please when it comes to fashion. It must be perfect.

5. A job! - Ok, so really a job should be number one on the list. I am sick of being unemployed. Trust me, unemployment is not so glamorous. Especially when I need to start paying off my student loans. Practically everyone graduates in debt right? That's what I thought. So I know I told you I didn't expect you to get my any gifts, I wouldn't turn down employment if you shoved it my way :)

I think that's enough for my wishlist. Maybe I will post more things if I can think of them later. But I hope you all have a wonderful night! Goodnight lovelies! We all need our beauty sleep. Sweet dreams!

xoxo, Morgan