Wednesday Roundup: Sunny Day Strolls in Lexington

I wrote the book on winter laziness. As soon as the thermostat drops below 50, I can be found inside, cuddled up in a fleece blanket with a warm beverage in hand. I think bears could actually take a lesson or two on hibernation from me. But, come springtime, I love to be outside.

Yesterday in Lexington, Ky., we had our first day of gorgeous spring weather and at 75 degrees, you know I had to be out and about. My boyfriend and I walked to get Graeter's ice cream, then afterwards we browsed some great local shops, including Michler's Florist and Black Swan Books, which are both pictured below.

Maybe I didn't burn 1,000 calories on our little walk, but I definitely had a wonderful time chatting with friendly store workers and rediscovering Lexington. I can't wait to see what spring has in store for me, even if it's just a few more ice cream cones! How do you like to spend your sunny days?

Weekend Ramblings: Son of a Peach!

This morning when I went outside, it was very warm and un-December-like.  What's a girl to do when it's sixty degrees and sunny, but pull out one of her spring-time makeup favorites?  And that's exactly what I did!  Merle Norman's Sweet Apricot Blush is just perfect, in my opinion.  It's a true peachy-coral without any frills.  No glitter, shimmer, or glow and while I am typically a shimmer enthusiast, sometimes it's nice to get back to the basics.  After playing around with such dramatic lip colors this weekend (see here), I wanted my Sunday makeup to be simple.  This color looks lovely coupled with some brown eyeliner that's been slightly smudged (it makes you seem less "done up") and a nice light pink or coral lipgloss.  I hope we have a few more of these warm weather days so I can keep wearing makeup that's totally inappropriate for winter! I do love my peaches and corals!

It's very sheer and perfect for a low-maintenance look.