I don't know what it is about bar carts because I rarely have a drink, but I absolutely love styling it throughout the year. Today, I'm sharing a Christmas Cart update. For this cart update I kept the styling clean and simple, sometimes less is more! If you haven't seen my beginners guide to the bar cart, be sure to check it out for more inspiration. I think my Valentine Bar Cart is my absolute favorite, but this Christmas update is a close contender.
I'm sad to admit it, but this little white tree was actually mine and Tims' Christmas tree last year. I didn't spend on home decor at all because I knew our place was going to be temporary, so the same thing applied when decorating for Christmas. I didn't want to be too girly with our tree and mantel decor, but for the bar cart I wanted my love of blush, gold, and white to shine! You don't have to spend a lot to add some holiday flare to your bar cart. Just add 2-3 holiday touches and you'll be feeling festive.
I'm in love with all things Sugar Paper, so these mini pastel ornaments were a no brainer. I also purchased this heart and star ornament set to add in a slightly larger size. Both were under $5! Everything else I already had from my bar cart collection but went with the theme perfectly. I added faux snow to the bottom to make it a little brighter and whiter. I found my gold paper banner at Home Goods but it is available online here.
My bar cart is currently on sale for $89, so if you're looking for a budget friendly option this is probably your best bet! If adding in wood touches isn't your thing, there is also this gold and glass bar cart option on sale there as well.
Thanks for checking out my Christmas bar cart! I'm editing the rest of our holiday decor / vlog for a post later this week.
I haven't been too focused on shopping for clothes until the last week or so when the leaves and weather finally started to feel like fall weather in GA. But recently I started my fall shopping so I wanted to share with you what I picked up! I didn't want to wait until Monday to post this because things always sell out and I want y'all to take advantage of the current sales. I would love for you to subscribe to my new channel. I plan on making it a bigger focus for my upcoming content.
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I'm definitely that girl that lays in bed scrolling Instagram for too long and I like to enjoy my morning coffee on the couch. But, I'll rush to get ready and eat breakfast in the car. I can typically get ready for work in 30 minutes, even 15-ish minutes at times with my hair curled! I wanted to share my quick makeup routine to look presentable at work but not be late. If you're interested in seeing my full coverage makeup routine (think blog photos, fancy date nights, or weddings) then check out this video.
I start with the It Cosmetics CC cream. You can read my full and very honest review of it here. I recently switched to the fair shade and mix a little bit of light in it to get a better color match. I use this for work because it targets multiple needs: it doesn't require a primer, has skincare benefits, covers SPF, and offers great coverage. I use half a pump and just use my clean hands to apply it to my face.
Conceal under my eyes with the Naked Skin Concealer. This is a repurchase (x2) and I love the consistency of it. I don't really have super dark circles but I love to brighten under my eyes. Some concealers give me a clogged pore under my eye if they're too heavy or fragranced, and this one has passed the test. It's just thick enough to cover but doesn't look cakey.
I add a little definition back into my skin with this Chanel Bronze Universal along my cheek bones and hairline. I've had this thing for years, it will last you forever! I typically use this drugstore brush to get the most natural application.
I use the Benefit Gimme Brow (also here) for a quick fix to my super light blonde eyebrows. It gives you color and is very natural on it's own, so if you need defined and perfect brows to leave the house you'll need to use something else in addition to this! When I get ready for a weekend event or blog photos, I typically use this on top of the Anastasia Brow Wiz to get a more defined brow. You can watch my full-faced makeup routine in this video.
Instead of applying eyeshadow, I swipe MAC's painterly paint pot all over my lid to even it out. If I have the time I also apply this brightening stick to my inner corner and brow bone to wake up my face.
Line with this waterproof brown liner ($10!). I got this last year on my honeymoon after Delta forgot our luggage for a day and it's great for a quick line! My favorite liner is gel eyeliner because it coats the very base of my blonde eyelashes, but I typically don't have the time in the morning to get out the brush and apply it. Since I'm not wearing eyeshadow, I try to apply a thinner line to make my lashes pop more.
Two coats of my holy grail mascara. What's the point of only applying one?! I usually always have to clean up my mascara on my lids after with a q-tip. Which is a big reason I don't bother with eyeshadow most days.
Finish with a tinted chapstick or a one of these glosses. I usually don't add anything to my lips until I park at work because I normally eat in the car on the way there, ha!
TIPS TO GET READY QUICKER:
Have the products laid out so you're not digging for what you want. I typically keep the mentioned products out on my desk during the week and put them away on the weekend.
Once you get a routine down, it will get quicker! Save the beauty trials and new products for the weekend in case you're not a fan.
Use palettes to save time between opening new blushes and eyeshadow colors
Keep touch up items in your bag. I don't start with powder in the morning, but I always keep some in my bag along with a lipgloss or two to touch up after work.
Then I typically run this curling iron through my hair (20% off!), get dressed, and grab a bar as I head out the door. What does your morning routine look like?
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