Sanctuary jacket, dress, and tank; Zara heels; Ray-Ban sunglasses

A few weeks ago I got to hang with the ladies of Sanctuary Clothing in their beautiful showroom and check out their spring line.  The new collection can be described as three different personalities (Surplus, Freestyle, and Modernist), and I stepped into the role of the Modernist Girl.  The pieces were right up my alley: lots of neutrals, soft textures, and great prints.  I pretty much wanted to live in every single outfit I put on, and today I'm sharing a little sneak peek.  Available now, this little black jacket is so perfect for transitioning into spring.  Dress it up with a printed shift (like above), go casual with skinny jeans, or have a little fun withthese printed pants (my personal favorite).  Shop more looks from spring below, and stay tuned for more snaps coming soon!
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When it comes to beauty products, I've definitely tried out my fair share.  What can I say?  I'm a beauty junkie, and I'm lucky to have had the opportunity to test out a ton.  Products can come and go; lipsticks will be in and out of my favor; but these few goodies are constantly in my makeup bag and, well, on my face.  So I figured I'd share, but I want to hear from you!  What eye products are on your gotta-have-em, can't run out list?
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1. Urban Decay Naked Palette $52 - My everyday go-to for eye shadow and liner is a gold and brown palette, and this one obviously has a lot of them.  The pigment is rich, and the powder formulas stay put.  By now there are three different versions of this palette, and while they're all good, I'm still partial to the original.  Depending on what you're going for, you can layer on a little or a lot, and I like to wet the brush and use it for lining.

2. Olay Fresh Effects Bright on Schedule Eye Awakening Cream $13 - As I get older, dark circles and puffiness under my eyes are definitely some of my main concerns when it comes to my beauty regimen, and travel, late nights, and early mornings definitely don't help.  This Olay eye cream is something I never skip.  The cream feels amazing, and the metal rolling balls on the applicator stay pretty cold to help with the under-eye puffiness.  Love it.

3. Marc Jacobs Beauty Remedy Concealer Pen $39 - I scooped this up on a whim a few months ago and never looked back.  It's an amazing under-eye concealer that actually has an eye treatment in it, and the effect is hydrating, smoothing, and brightening.  Plus, the metal tip also helps to de-puff.  On a day when I'm "wearing no makeup", I'll wear it alone with a little powder and mascara, and although it's a bit pricey, it's a definite keeper.

4. CoverGirl LashBlast Bombshell Mascara $9 - Double-ended and equipped with two types of brushes, I really do think that this mascara lengthens and volumizes.  (I know, I sound like a commercial.)  It's one of those formulas that you can build and build without clumps, and when it comes to mascara, you pretty much can't ask for more than that.

Sanctuary Clothing skirt (c/o);  Forever 21 blouse;  Gap jacket;  Olivia + Joy bag (c/o);  Zara heels;  Henri Bendel bracelet;  Ray-Ban sunglasses

After a fun little weekend away, it's so nice to be back in sunny California and enjoying the (almost) spring weather.  For a day of playing catch-up with a to-do list that's just a little too long, this stripe-on-stripe duo was an easy one to throw on and go.  A bold geometric blazer added a bit of color, and classic heels and a new favorite leather bag finished off the look.  Hope everyone had a great weekend!
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Spring is just around the corner, and I can't wait for tank tops, sandals, and shorts (even though I threw in a pair of shorts in yesterday's post).  And while I'm all about spring pieces these days, I'm particularly drawn to the darker side of things today and can't get enough black.  It's no secret that I love a good pair of leather shorts (exhibits A, B, and C), and for spring I'd pair these with an oversized floral blazer and killer studded sandals (that just so happen to be under $40).  Pile on the extras - jewelry, statement shades, a fedora, and quilted handbag - and step out into the sunshine!  Here's hoping spring arrives sooner rather than later!
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1. Topshop New Clean Edge Fedora $50
2. Topshop Strappy V-Neck Cami $36
3. Forever 21 Street Chic Faux Leather Shorts $25
4. River Island Green Striped Floral Blazer $96
5. Tod's Retro Sunglasses $285
6. Forever 21 Studded Strap Sandals $37
7. Gorjana Mae Shimmer Midi Ring Set $35
8. Gorjana Fatima Wrap Necklace $110
9. Jules Smith Cage Ring $79
10. Forever 21 Quilted Crossbody $25

Forever 21 shorts (similar, also LOVE these);  Tinley Road blouse via Piperlime (similar);  Sam Edelman boots;  Rovi Moss bag - on sale! (c/o);  Ray-Ban sunglasses;  Samantha Wills ring

Switching gears fromyesterday's icy post, today's look is back in California and ready for spring.  If there's one closet staple I can't get enough of, it's easy track shorts, and this faux leather version is definitely a new favorite.  Whether worn alone with a printed blouse (like above) or layered over tights with a chunky sweater, they're just a fun alternative to jeans.  Add a bold crossbody bag (loving this bright pink pop), fringe boots, and a hot pink lip to put a little spring in your step.  Hope everyone is having a great week!
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Photos thanks to Brighton Keller

Sanctuary leather-front dress (c/o);  Zara coat;  BCBGeneration heels (c/o) Fatal Obsessions;  H&M bag;  Samantha Wills and Nikia Jewelry rings via Big Drop NYC;  Ray-Ban sunglasses (borrowed from Brighton)

Today I'm sharing my final look from New York Fashion Week, and this one was definitely one of my favorites.  I loved how this icy blue coat stood out in a sea of black jackets, and paired with an ivory leather-front dress, it was the perfect snow-day color palette.  I added a bit of shine with mirrored aviators and iridescent heels and finished off the look with a couple of statement rings.  Looking back, NYFW was such a whirlwind, but I had a blast.  I hope you've enjoyed following along!
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Photos thanks to Brighton Keller

BCBG Max Azria sweater (old);  Nordstrom skirt;  Kelsi Dagger booties;  The Limited cape;  Henri Bendel wristlet;  Ray-Ban aviators;  Rings: Gorjana and Nikia

Today it's back to my New York Fashion Week recap, and I can't tell you how much fleece-lined tights saved me.  Paired with the warmest sweater that I own (an old favorite from BCBG's Max Azria Collection) and a wool cape, I managed to stay pretty warm on the coldest day of the trip.  This was my look on Tuesday for a couple of early meetings followed by the Pamella Roland show, which was one of my favorites of the week.  (LOVE this ombre sequin look.)  Stay tuned for one last NYFW look, coming up this week!
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Happy Valentine's Day to you and your Valentine, whoever it may be.  Whether you plan to spend your evening with your main squeeze, out with your best gals, or in with a movie marathon, I hope your day is filled with love.  Have a great weekend!
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Images via Getty Images

LA Made tee (c/o);  Blank NYC pants;  Zara heels;  Jane Basch nameplate necklace;  Henri Bendel clutch

I've mentioned it a time or two, but I'll say it again: I love awards season.  And while the dresses (and shoes and jewels) tend to be the main event, there's also a ton of inspiration to be drawn from the hair and makeup statements throughout the night.  The fun part is taking a dramatic red carpet beauty look and incorporating it into your everyday routine, so I'm teaming up with CoverGirl, Olay, Pantene, and Secret to bring a little Hollywood glamour into your real life.

At this year's Golden Globes, Reese Witherspoon was doing her classic, girl-next-door thing that she does so well, and I thought her makeup was so understated and pretty.  Her bronze-y, copper-ish liner seriously brought out her blue eyes, but the star of the show was definitely her flawless skin.  As I get older, I'm paying much closer attention to my skin and the products that I use, and Olay products have become a true ally.  Recently I've been religiously using Olay's Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream, and I can already see a real difference in my skin.  When you feel good about your skin, the rest of your makeup is a breeze.  After a bit of blush, a pinkish-nude lipgloss, and a coppery shadow used with a heavy hand as liner, I finished off the look with CoverGirl's new Bombshell Volume by LashBlast Mascara.  It's a two-step mascara that can be layered and layered to add maximum drama.

In the hair department, well, I never met a heat styler I didn't like, and product overload doesn't scare me.  Thanks to Pantene's new Damage Detox Deep Clean Purifying Shampoo, I'm getting the gunk out and working on taming my mane a la Reese.  Final step before heading out?  Secret's new Destinations Collection in Paris Romantic Rose - smells amazing and lasts forever.  (48 hours is the promise, and I'm a believer.)  To take this look out for dinner with the girls, leather skinnies, an easy tee, and a few gold accessories are all you need.  Which red carpet beauty looks will you be recreating this season?

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Disclosure:  This post is sponsored by P&G Beauty, but all opinions are my own.  Thank you for supporting the brands that make My Style Diaries possible.