"" Shop This: June 2020

Monday, June 29, 2020

Sun Kissed Beauty

{ Via:  Vogue }

Who doesn't love the look of being kissed by the sun? It's youthful and healthy looking.  But the sun actually can age our face, and no one wants that! Thankfully, there are products that can help us out.  For this pretty post, I took a long virtual walk down the beauty aisles of the best brands. This roundup features my favorites, and the most interesting products for a sunny glow from sun up to sundown.



HERE: 11 Ways To Get Kissed By The Sun
Air Brush Bronzer
A next generation matte innovation is a new product for a naturally sun kissed flawless looking complexion. Best yet, this powder smooths and blurs pores and imperfections. There's a shade for
 every skintone.
Charlotte Tilbury

Bronzers
A new collection of bronzed hues for the eyes, lips, face and body brings sun-kissed color to you for a golden-hour glow. I am interested in that
 Strobe Body Lotion!
MAC Cosmetics

Glow Away
Here's a bronzing coconut body stick. "waterproof, all-over body bronzer for an instant, natural-looking glow. Blurs the look of imperfections to make skin appear smoother." You simply swipe on arms or legs, and quickly blend with fingertips. How interesting! Click the link below and watch a video.
Marc Jacobs Beauty

Matte Radiance Baked Powder
Matte Radiance Baked Powder is available in 5 effortless bronze shades to wake up your skin with a radiant glow.  I wear color 03, and love it. No sparkle or glitter at all. Just a radiance or sheen.
Laura Mercier

Bronze-n-Brighten
This powder has been baked, and then hand finished in Italy. Said to create an incredibly natural tanned look.  Haven't tried this but I do like her baked highlighters.

Shimmer Brick Compact
I love her shimmer bricks. Shown above is
bronze." Another product handmade in Italy, it will give you radiance and light. It's a multi-tasker, too. You can use 

it as eyeshadow. 
Bobbi Brown

Trish McEvoy Tanning Drops
A very interesting product. You mix it with any moisturizer, except Vitamin C Cream. It instantly transforms any serum, oil, cream, or foundation into a custom self-tanner. Within four hours, the weightless formula will give skin an even natural glow. Pretty cool, right? Her products are luxurious. I would trust 
this to work. 
Saks Fifth Avenue

Breezy Cream Bronzer
If powder is not your jam, this waterproof buildable cream applies like a breeze! It dries down to a matte finish. It's clean beauty.
Tarte Cosmetics

Shimmering Hair and Body Oil Spray
Oh how luxurious! Bronze Goddess is a shimmer spray that helps tame flyaway hair, reduce frizz and enhance gloss and shine. Lightly scented with the sun-kissed Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche fragrance. I bet it is pretty in wet hair at the pool.
Estee Lauder

Countersun Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Mist
I love the idea of this product. Formulated with non-nano zinc oxide and California poppy extract, this physical (not chemical) SPF 30 formula provides an effective shield from UVA and UVB rays while the tint helps camouflage imperfections and even out skin tone.

Beautycounter


PERRICONE MD
No Makeup Bronzer 
Another product that I have not tried, but it gets rave reviews. It's weightless and gives a healthy sun-kissed glow without shine, shimmer, or glow. It also features broad spectrum sunscreen.

NORDSTROM.com

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Friday, June 26, 2020

Saturdays At Shop This


The above photo struck me as "social distancing" at its' prettiest. With such scary news about Covid19 and 40,000 new cases yesterday, I do hope that you are staying safe, distancing, and wearing a mask. Today's links just might take your mind off of things. Think sales, workouts, healthy nails 
and more.

 

Bandier Activewear: One of my favorite sales of the weekend. Take an extra 30% off sale prices. No code needed. I love their unique styles!
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It’s All in the Details: Everything You Need for an Evening Outdoors.  You'll find recipes, terrific tabletop pieces, candles and more at Goop.
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The Online Workouts To Try Now:  From ballet beautiful to Melissa Wood, these are the online classes Team Moda swears by.
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Bye Bye To Bugs: Beekman 1802's bug repellents work with nature, not against it. It's an  all-natural bug repellant bar soap and mist that keeps bugs away using clean, natural ingredients. 100% DEET free.  I have used the spray. It works! Jump on it, they have trouble keeping it in stock.
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Deborah Lippmann Nail Care:  I have switched over to her nail polishes and treatment. Her polishes are made with Evening Primrose, Keratin, Biotin, Green Tea Extract, Aucoumea,  and Rice Protein, and without the harmful chemicals most polishes have.  I am so happy! The color I have been using is "A Fine Romance." Find the line at 
Sephora or Bloomingdale's
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The Tastemaker's Edit:  Interior Designer Alyssa Kapito Shares Her Favorite Things. Think sophisticated home decor. Love that photo of Michael Caine!
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I so love this new tote bag at No. 21! It's glazed and so good! The only problem is what color to select?
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Mr. Shop This loved one of his Father's Day gifts: Cole Haan's Somerset Link Bit Loafer. Comfy, good looking and now on sale for a song!
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Blue & White Stripe Picnic Basket: This is the cutest picnic basket ever! All you need is Toto.
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Joanna CzechFacialist to the stars,  provides her expert tips on skincare regimen and seasonal care. Watch her video tutorial on how to effectively use her facial massager sold at The Webster. Looks like it would work.
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Get some sunshine this weekend, Friends. It really can be good medicine!

XOXOX
Deb
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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Foodie Friday: Summer Salads


Summer salads are hard to beat, especially when the heat is on. They are the best way to use seasonal fruits and veggies. Chicago's farmers markets are not open yet, which is so disappointing. Are they open in your towns? Thankfully, Whole Foods does have pretty produce! This recipe roundup will make a salad lover out of anyone. And for those meat and potato people, there is a Loaded Potato Salad, and the best sounding Steak Salad with flavors of the southwest. You'll love the salad accessories, too. 
Bon Appétit!




Seared Tuna Salad With Lemon Caper Dressing
We begin with my fave of the roundup. Don't worry if the rawness of the tuna freaks you out, feel free to cook it through to your liking. 
Heather Christo

Summer Watermelon Salad
Oh my! How fun is this salad? The ingredients are so fresh and flavorful, no dressing is required. A touch of fresh mint brings it all together.
Ilana Freddye

Berry Caprese Salad
Have you noticed that there are many people that either can't eat tomatoes or don't like them? Shocking, I know, because I love a fresh tomato so much. Well, this gorgeous salad is for them! It's all topped off with a Balsamic Glaze.
Two Pieces & Their Pod

Zyliss Swift Dry Salad Spinner
I have always wanted one of these!
Sur La Table

Pesto Chicken Caesar Salad
Everything in this salad is homemade and delicious. It's all topped off with creamy burrata cheese. What a show stopper!
Half Baked Harvest

Summer Panzanella Salad
This recipe reminds me of the same salad I often ordered from a gourmet food market in Chicago years ago. It was so good. The market has moved on, so I may try this recipe soon. Tomatoes and bread are a delicious duo!
How Sweet Eats

Shrimp Avocado Tomato Salad 
Fresh, healthy, and high in protein. What else could you want from a salad? The dressing is very light with a combination of olive oil, lemon, and Dijon mustard. It goes really well with 
shrimp and eggs. 
Primavera Kitchen

Summer Kale Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette
This salad features Summer's best produce. It's oh so colorful, too.
Iowa Girl Eats

Mario Luca Giusti Salad Bowl
This is what every Summer salad needs. In six stylish shades, this bowl will dress your salad and table with style.
Alchemy Fine Home

Loaded Baked Potato Salad
Too hot to have the oven on? Make this salad ahead of time, and serve up those potatoes chilled.  I have a feeling that this recipe will be made 
on repeat this season.
Foodie Crush

Peach Caprese Salad with Toasted Garlic Naan
Isn't this a beautiful thing? The beauty of this salad is that the longer the peaches and tomatoes sit and marinate in the vinaigrette, the better the flavor. This recipe is party worthy and gets a five star rating from over 30 reviews.
Half Baked Harvest

Steak Salad
"Hearty and loaded with lots of smoky, southwestern flavor, this delicious steak salad with its zesty cilantro-avocado dressing sure hits the spot!" The main ingredient is marinated 
flank steak.
The Cozy Apron


Strawberry Spinach Salad
The combination of sweet strawberries, toasted pecans, creamy feta, and a perfect honey balsamic poppy seed dressing, will make a salad eater 
out of anyone. 
Well Plated


Bali Salad Servers
These little servers with a melamine monkey motif, make me smile. At less than $20, they make a super Summer hostess gift.

Radicchio–Stone Fruit Salad
This salad has all of the feels and flavors ~  sweet, tart, salty and a touch of bitterness.  Every component plays well with the other. 100% of the reviewers would make this recipe again.
Epicurious

Chicken Caesar Salad Skewers
Oh I love the idea and look of this dish. It's really a deconstructed version of a Chicken Caesar, but oh so appealing. A perfect barbecue starter, 
don't you think?
Leites Culinaria

Il Borgo del Balsamico Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
A good dressing becomes a great one with a high quality Vinegar. I have had this brand, and I know why they call it 
"Black Gold."
Food52

Salmon Salad With Yogurt Dressing
This stand alone salad is said to be the perfect blend of flavors and textures. It sure is beautiful!
Honestly Yum

 

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Festive Face Masks For The 4th


Can you believe that the 4th of July is less than two weeks away? Like all of the other holidays, it will be different this year. But the one thing that remains the same, is the need to stop the spread of Covid19 by social distancing and wearing a mask. Instead of fighting this mandate, I suggest we embrace masks as the new "it" accessory.  Today's roundup" features some festive finds that will add some stylish sparkle to your holiday outfit!



Independence Day Mask
You'll be the fireworks wherever you wear this all cotton mask!

Family Patriotic Masks
Don't these just look comfy? Best yet, they promise not to fog up your glasses! Available for kids and adults.

Kids 4th Of July Mask
Few pups are more lovable than Snoopy. Your child will be when wearing this festive and fun mask.

Fireworks Paisley
Made from 100% cotton, these non-medical face masks are soft, breathable and comfortable to wear. They also come with a filter pocket.

Firecracker Face Mask
This mask features a fun mix of fabrics.
Society 6

Bronte Face Mask
Designed by Bronx and Banco, this stylish design is polyester and silk. Perfect for those looking for something with an understated vibe.
Revolve Clothing

Pow Wow Face Mask
So fun in silk. If fireworks have been cancelled you will add the pow and wow to the evening.
Nicole Miller

Americana Mask Set
Something for everyone! By purchasing this mask set, you are making a donation to Mount Sinai Hospitals in New York City and No Kid Hungry. 
Tuckernuck

Anchors Away
Setting sail on the 4th? This is your perfect accessory. It comes with elastic ear loops or ties. Very cute with the polka dots.
Birch Tree Goods

Chanel Mask
Pair this fab find with almost anything! The tweed was made in France at the legendary Clarenseon factory. 15% Off Sitewide with 
Code: JULY4!
Blue & Cream

Red & White Striped Mask
Show your stripes and a little star, too. This cotton and beaded mask is understated but gets
 the message across. 

Men's Mask Set
Sized a little larger for a man. This set comes with a comfy neck band, elastic ear loops and a zippered pouch.
Etsy

Spangled Face Mask
Stardust. This mask will bring out your sparkling personality with glitter 
and sequins.
Nicole Miller

Celebration Masks
There's something very charming about these tie style starry masks. Available in little kid, big kind, and adult sizes.