The Scents Of Summer

Every summer has its' own story, but all summers share the same scents. There's the essence of sun kissed skin, beachside escapes and breezy warm weather. Add in the scents of fresh mown grass, coconut suncare, and sea breeze. This edit features a little bit of all of this for you, your home, and your environment. This post is aromatherapy for your soul.

Santa Barbara Strawberry

This fragrance set goes wherever summer leads you. It's travel friendly, too. Wearing this fruity fragrance is like strolling through the Santa Barbara strawberry fields. It also features notes of dewy pink peonies and solar musk

Nest New York

Homecourt Mandarin Basile

Hand Wash

I love beautiful bottles near my sinks. It just feels and looks luxe. I have a basil herb garden, so I can just imagine how good this hand wash smells. It's very fresh.

Homecourt

Bobbi Brown Beach

I love this scent. Haven't had it in a while,  but

 it certainly is summer in a bottle. Here's how the brand describes it: " sea spray, and mandarin, this fragrance is wearable anytime, anywhere."It's really lovely.

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics       Sephora

Josie Maran Topless Tangerine Hair & Body Mist

If you feel that fragrance is too heavy for summer's warm temps, try this mist. It's made with 100% natural scents, and it is clean beauty. Not to mention the name is adorable.

Sephora

Flamingo Estate Barbecue Sauce

One of my fave scents of summer comes from the grill. This Juicy Strawberry, Spicy Key Lime Barbecue  Sauce  sounds divine. The ingredients are organic and elevated from what you might find at the store.

Flamingo Estate

Flamingo Estate Heirloom Tomato Candle

This candle smells so good, you will want to eat it.  The scent is true, and that of a freshly picked imperfect heirloom tomato. It's been handpoured of 100% vegetable wax.  It's the perfect summer host gift. Ships for free from...

Bergdorf Goodman

Summer Grace

Celebrate summer with refreshing scents. This new limited edition Summer Grace Solar Daydream eau de toilette will remind you of sun-filled daydreams by the poolside. it features notes of saltwater, solar jasmine, and coconut milk.

Philosophy

Poolside Candle
If you love the scent of a pool (think chlorine and coppertone) like I do, this candle is for you. Think Grapefruit, Mandarin, Bergamot, sunscreen and more. The perfect host gift for anyone with a pool.

Nordstrom

Tom Ford Eau de Soleil Blanc Eau de Toilette
Head for the sun! This fragrance follows summer's light from the sun with notes of citrus and fragrant florals. Sounds divine!

Neiman Marcus

Beekman 1802 Sunshine Lemon  Wipes

These wipes were made for the face but can be used to refresh any part of the body. They are made with goats milk and essential oils. Fabulous for taking makeup off! In the summer they are wonderful for cooling off in the heat. Golfers love having a pack in their bag. Many scents, but Sunshine Lemon is my fave. You will find the best prices with free shipping at...

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Sun Kissed Beauty: 8 Ways To Get The Look

Get Your Summer Glow On!

 

No one wants to look pasty white in the summer months. As we show a bit more skin and bare our legs, we might feel better with a little color or at least glowing skin. Here's how to get the look without baking in the sun.

     

Sun Kissed Summer Secrets Set

Want to glow from head to toe? This magical set includes everything you need: Supermodel Body Highlighter, A luxury Palette in your choice of shade, Sun Kissed Glow Bronzer, a Kissing Lipstick in your choice of shade, and Hollywood Flawless Filter. It is one great set!

Charlotte Tilbury

Laura Geller Baked Collection

These baked blushes, bronzers, and highlighters start off as a cream, then heat is applied to create a silky smooth solid powder. Marbling adds dimension to your face  for a natural glow.

Laura Geller

Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream
A unique, lightweight cream-gel face bronzer with a delicate velvet-matte finish that gives skin a sun-kissed glow. A Chanel product always has a great color payoff, meaning you use less. Available in two shades.

Saks or Chanel

Laura Geller Baked Body Frosting

Get these while you can. Laura Geller is down to only one color, and QVC is totally out. I use it on my legs and arms. Best yet, it does not rub off on your clothing. 

Lovely Skin

Clinique Bronzer For Men

Let's not forget the guys. "Mr. Shop This" has worn this for years. It gives the skin the perfect look of a natural tan. It is oil free. You can borrow it, too!

Clinique

Vita Liberata Body Blur

Here's a quick and easy way to blur skin imperfections like cellulite, age spots, and spider veins. It offers an instant slight {and temporary} tan and glow. No commitment needed as it washes off with each shower. I think I need to try it. Sold out at many places, but you can find it at

Nordstrom

Vita Liberata Heavenly Elixer Tinted Tan

A tanning elixir that develops into a beautiful, medium natural glow without transferring. It's clean beauty and highly rated.

Dermstore

The Airbrush Bronzing Kit

This matte bronzer is said to be as smooth as silk. You'll love the magical pore blurring effect. All of her products are beautiful and well done.

Charlotte Tilbury

Josie Maran Get Even Sun Milk

An argan oil-powered mineral SPF moisturizer that provides even, long-lasting, and luxuriously lightweight coverage—no white cast in sight.

Sephora

Beekman 1802 Goat Milk Pot Of Gold Body Cream Set of Two

I use this whipped body cream daily in their scented versions. It is safe for all types of skin as it is non toxic and clean beauty. This gold version leaves a slight golden tint that is beautiful on all skins but especially on tanned skin. No glitter at all - just a lovely shimmer.

HSN

Colorscience Sunforgettable Sunscreen

The sunscreen that has it all. Designed for 365-day wear, this all-powerful, all-mineral skin shield provides complete protection in one convenient on 

the go application. It's a powder that you can wear alone or under or over your makeup.

Dermstore

Supergoop Glow Oil Sunscreen

SPF 50

An ultra-hydrating sunscreen body oil that leaves skin glowing and protected, without feeling greasy, and is reef-safe. It is a clean beauty product that has good for you ingredients like Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Marigold Extract and Grape Seed Oil.

Supergoop    Sephora       

Guerlain Terracotta Healthy Glow Bronzer

This was my very first bronzer that I ever tried. It's a  beauty classic with a new natural formula, featuring 96% natural origin ingredients. Available in five colorways.

Saks

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Experience The Power of CBD

 

Vita Liberata Body Blur

This just may be the product we all have been looking for.  It has won Allure's Best In Beauty Award 2 years in a row. It must be good. The light reflecting shea butter formula will diminish the appearance of cellulite, spider veins, and age spots. While doing so it gives you an instant but temporary tan glow. It washes off with each shower, so no commitment needed.

Nordstrom

Experience The Power of CBD

I am a huge advocate of anything non-toxic and created from nature. Today, being 420 a "high holiday,"we are not talking weed. Instead featured in this post, are products made not from Marijuana but from Hemp, specifically CBD Oil.  Both plants are members of the Cannabis family. Unlock the restorative powers of these CBD products. They're dope! 

Herbivore Emerald CBD + Adaptogens Moisture Glow Oil

This skincare company brings to you only natural skincare. Beautiful products that work!

Herbivore Botanicals

High CBD Formula Body Lotion 

I love this product! It smells fresh as a grapefruit and really works for me. If you prefer no fragrance, they offer that, too. I have used it on my ankles frequently. It has even worked on some sciatica pain. (it's hell getting old.) I have been out for a week, and I am feeling it.

Lord Jones  or   Sephora

R+Co Super Garden CBD Hair Products

A wellness-forward way to wash. Super Garden Shampoo + Conditioner is infused with hemp-derived CBD and gently cleanses, detangles and imparts moisture. The packaging is also made from PCR, which helps reduce virgin plastic consumption.  I use their Biotin shampoo and conditioner. They make products that work.

Nordstrom

Josie Maran Skin Dope Face & Body Butter Set

No one does body butter better than Josie. I haven't tried this yet, but watched a presentation. Looks fabulous! Think ultra-nourishing argan oil with hemp seed oil. Gotta love the name! Click to read more about this promising set.

QVC

 Kiehl’s Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Herbal Concentrate

A lightweight, calmative facial oil formulated with Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil.

Kiehl's  or Saks

Daughter Of The Land CBD Products

Eco-friendly formulas and compostable & recyclable packaging are at the core of what they do. Crafted in Brooklyn using organic and fair-trade ingredients, each all-natural oil is defined by its simplicity and versatility. The bath soaks have me intrigued,
Anthropologie

Prima Bath Gem

Chill out in a hot bath. This clean beauty product sounds divine. It's an extra -strength effervescent bath bomb whole body recovery. It features pain relieving arnica, magnesium, cooling aromatherapeutic oils and broad spectrum hemp CBD. 

Sephora

Beekman 1802 Goat Milk & CBD Oil

One of my favorite brands for skin and body care. I trust them, and use the soap, face wipes, whipped body cream, foot balm, and hand and body washes, every day. Clean beauty just feels better. I have not tried the CBD products yet, but they are next.

Beekman 1802

Lord Jones Mother's Day Set

Give Mom a relaxing experience this year. She will unwind with Cherry Blossom CBD Gumdrops, tension melting CBD Bath Salts, and soothing CBD Body Lotion. Yes, please!

Lord Jones

Sagely Naturals Relief & Recover

It's packed with essential oils and  provides a natural approach to relief from stress and pain. Lots of five star reviews.

Ulta

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Get Out & Create A Chic Oasis

Perfect Presents For Mom

Now that Easter has come and gone, it's time to concentrate on Mom. Afterall, Mother's Day is less than a month away. Here's my first roundup of gifts to give or receive, for all types of Moms, at all price points. I have to say, I wouldn't be mad if I received any one of these. 

HERE: 12 Mom Worthy Presents

Uptown Organizer

This luxe leather accessory boasts a a slot for everything including your phone and lip color. The busy Mom will always reach for this and go. Great in four colors. Tassel accessories can be found here.

Henri Bendel

Perfect For: Organized Moms  

Clutches & Totes

Perfectly pretty in python embossed leather. I consider the Uber Clutch simply chic. Pick one in Mom's favorite haute hue. They fit fabulously in the many totes available, too. Less than $200. 

Gigi New York

Perfect For: All Moms!

Whipped Mud Mask Collection

Pamper Mom with 100% Pure Argan Oil. It has been infused with essential nutrients. She will feel rejuvenated, detoxified, and toned. Click to read about the sensorial fragrances like Sweet Basil Mint. 

Josie Maran Cosmetics

Perfect For: Moms Who Like To Be Pampered, Moms Who Prefer Natural Skincare

Geometric Hinge Bangle

The latest in lucite bangles by this iconic modern designer. Mom will love just one, but you can really make a statement with a stack of several of them.

Alexis Bittar

Perfect For: Fashionista Moms,  Modern Moms

French Market Basket

Le Tote. Mom will look tres chic at the Farmer's Market. And with the cost of bags these days in many cities, this will come in handy at the grocers, too.

Food52

Perfect For: Moms Who Cook, Gardeners, Shoppers

Olivia Van Halle Silk PJ'S

Jammies all day? Mom will want to lounge and sleep in these. Best yet, they can be worn in front of all the kiddos. They are like the elegant  and iconic Scalamandre wallpaper.

Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: The Fashion Forward Mom, Sophisticated Moms, Moms Who Expect The Best

Personalized Dual Travel Organizer

A brilliant design and you will get credit for finding it! The top will hold her lotions and potions. The bottom compartment is outfitted for the family jewels.

Mark and Graham

Perfect For: The Mom On The Go,  Frequent Travellers

Limited Edition Supersonic Dyson Hairdryer

An extraordinary gift for any woman - the gift of a good hair day! I have wanted one since Christmas. The pink leather travel box takes this gift to another level.

Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: High Maintenance Moms, Girly Girl Moms, Moms With Long Hair

Clear Monogram iPhone Case

Clearly chic. Mom spends enough time on the phone with you, she might as well feel lovely while texting and talking.

Joy Merryman Store

Perfect For: Moms Who Are Always Connected

Parfums De Marly 

For your Queen Mom. Treat her like royalty with this fascinating fragrance. "Parfums de Marly rekindles the spirit of fragrances from the splendour of the XVIIIth Century, when the finest perfumes were created for King Louis XV as a tribute of the prestigious horse races he so fervently admired." And how about these bottles? See the rest of the collection at

Nordstrom

Perfect For: Francophile Moms, Sophisticated Moms, Moms Who Have Everything

Island Caftan

It's one part scarf, one part top, and one part beach coverup. It's a good choice for Moms who don't want to bare their arms.

Lilly Pulitzer

Perfect For:  Colorful Moms, Beach Loving Moms 

Saturn Tray

Handcrafted from pink (or burgundy) leather and brass. Mom will serve up a chic cocktail, and/or organize the vanity or desk with it. Tray chic!

AHALife

Perfect For: Entertaining Moms,  Moms Who Love All Things Pretty in Pink

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