So excited to share todays post! I am teaming up with one of my favorite artists, Evelyn Henson to share some of my beauty obsessions. 

Now full disclosure, I'm not a makeup guru in any sense of the word. I like trying new products, but I tend to save the splurging for fragrance, nail color, and lip products (all about this chapstick) which may explain my obsessions. Thank you Evelyn for illustrating them so beautifully!

YSL “Sheer Candy" Lipstick- The best kind of lipstick…for people who hate the feel of lipstick! This lip color is very sheer and slides on like a lip balm, making it one of my all time favorite makeup items.

Jo Malone “Orange Blossom" Fragrance- My long standing favorite fragrance! it smells like a fresh hawaiian rain and I especially love it layered with the JM grapefruit scent in the winter.

Dipityque “Roses” Candle- I know, I know…technically NOT a beauty item but I have these little candles everywhere! On my desk, on top of my vanity, and in my bathroom. The price tag is hefty but the scent is super strong. If your in an area where you can’t burn candles you can try the diffuser or one of the perfumes.

L’occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream- A best seller for a reason! This lotion goes on super smooth, doesn’t feel greasy and comes in a variety of scents and sizes. I always have a miniature in my purse and on my nightstand.

A drugstore duplicate can be found here

Dior “Wonderland” Nail Lacquer- The perfect spring/summer coral color! Initially I received this nail color in a grab bag and I am now on to my third bottle.

A drugstore duplicate can be found here

Fresh “Bergamot and Citrus” Soap- Smells so so so good! And even though I know how silly this sounds...the wrapping is pretty cute too.

For the full post and to see the rest of Evelyns work click here.

xo,

Natalie

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Totally catching spring fever and on the off chance it stops raining...my outfit choice reflects this mentality. Pastels, neutrals, and the occasional pair of sandals followed by the occasional case of frost bite. 

Currently, it is pouring outside and we are on a 4 hour drive to Bend for a few days! If you miss me at all or just want to say hi, you can follow my trip on Instagram! (and now Snapchat @pdxprepster!)

Outfit Details: Joie Tee (now on sale!)/ Denim/ Crystal "Sylvia" Necklace (c/o)

Sunglasses/ Felt Hat/ Striped Crossbody Bag (c/o)/ Booties/ Earrings/ Nail Color

Have a wonderful week!

xo,

Natalie

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Ever have one of those weekends that fails to feel like a weekend at all? Yep. Thats how my weekend is going thus far. My to-do list is a mile long and spring cleaning is in full swing.

But hey, at least the sun is shining (what...) and I have a new navy dress to fit this unusual weather. Piol Dress (last talked about here) sent the softest dress to try out in the Oregon sunshine and no surprise, it fits like a glove!

Outfit Details: Piol Dress (c/o)/ Bow Flats (thrifted, current version here)/ Tassel Necklace (c/o)/ Similar Oxford Shirt/ Sunglasses (these are so well made!)/ Nail Color

Have a wonderful week!

xo, 

Natalie

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Spent this past weekend (+Monday) in San Francisco! Here is a little re-cap of my trip...way after the fact. Whoops!

Lets start off with my parents new puppy, Scarlett. She is so so so small and I know it won't stay that way forever so I'm trying to get in as many hugs as possible while I still can. Leaving her cute face behind for the airport at the crack of dawn was so hard. 

Then one short (bumpy!) flight later I arrived in SF!

Dropped off some luggage at the hotel and made a quick first stop in Pacific Heights to see the Margaret Elizabeth showroom. Its super cute (as fully expected). I totally had a hard time just looking at everything but here are some of my favorite pieces (1/2/3/4/5)

All the almond lattes! Cafe De La Presse is one of my all time favorites in the Bay Area.

Wearing: Necklace (c/o)/ Shirt/ Denim (so so comfy! and on clearance for less than 20$!)

Hat/ Crossbody (c/o)/ Ring/ Earrings

Floral Wallet/ Booties/ Nail Color/ Gold Ring (c/o)

Rockstud Cage Flats (left/ right)

SF shopping is truly the best and I did a little damage while I was in town. Barneys, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, and Saks are always old favorites but I was really impressed with the huge selection at discount stores like Nordstrom Rack and NM Last Call this trip. 

PS. my mom who loves DSW convinced me to check it out and it's definitely worth a glance if you are in a big city, they had this Valentino purse marked way below retail price. 

PPS. Thanks so much for all your help picking out shoes on Twitter : ) I really needed the input! 

We wrapped up our trip with our favorite tradition, a mom/daughter lunch at The NM Rotunda. We love to eat there mid-shopping and even go for the tea around the holidays. It makes for the perfect girls day and is not to be missed, and don't pass up on those popovers if you go! They are life changing carbohydrates (shopping counts as cardio, right?) 

I would love to hear some of your favorites if you have been to San Francisco in the comments below! I am always looking for new things to try while I'm there.

Hope you all are having a wonderful weekend! 

xo, 

Natalie

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Oregon has been all over the place with spring weather, occasional downpour mixed with sunshine and intermittent heat waves. Its all over the map and you never know what your going to need till the moment you need it. To give you some idea of just how random it is, I have been keeping both umbrellas and shorts ready to go in my car.

With that in mind I recently snagged this color blocked cape so that I could swap out my "layer level" at a moments notice. I will be so sad when it finally becomes too hot out to wear it, but I have a feeling I will reach for it first thing next fall. 

Outfit Details: Monogrammed Cape/ Denim/ Evil Eye Earrings (wearing them 24/7)/ Dalmatian Print Turtleneck (same print shirt here)/ Boots/ Felt Hat (repeat offender, I know)/ Nail Color/ Wallet (new version)

Can one own too many monogrammed things? Have a wonderful Wednesday!

xo, 

Natalie

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Hoo-ray It's Saturday! 

Whatever your plans be sure to have a wonderful, relaxing, and productive weekend. I will be spending my weekend oh-so-vigourously crossing things off my to-do list. Party animal, I know. 

Outfit Details: Boots/ Zara Blouse (thrifted, similar here)/ Monogrammed Tote (c/o)/ Denim/ Anthropologie Turquoise Earrings (on sale for ten dollars! and how cute is this matching bracelet)/ Felt Hat (under forty dollars)/ Sunglasses/ Long Turquoise Necklace (c/o)/ Nail Color/ House of Harlow Pave Pendant (c/o Rocksbox, get a month free with code pdxxoxo)/ Cocktail Ring (c/o)

Hope you have a wonderful weekend! 

xo, 

Natalie

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"I should have bought this dress in a more practical color"

That's what I thought as soon as I left the J.Crew Factory Store with it. And while classic and staple items are undeniably important, I also think there is something to be said about having one or two slightly impractical items in your closet. As long as you love it, wear it a few times each season, and it isn't gathering dust....I would call that a win. 

Outfit Details: Highlighter Scalloped Dress (Original Style Here)/ Sunglasses/ Monogrammed Necklace (c/o)/ Boots (so comfortable! and currently on sale) / Leggings/ Similar Statement Necklace/ White Turtleneck/ Soho Stud Earrings (c/o)

Do you have any slightly impractical items in your closet that you love?

xo, 

Natalie

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