My New Facial Routine

November 2, 2016 18 Comments

Zo skin Health facial products c/o Zo skin health

I don’t usually talk about beauty product much as I am not really religiously doing one. Are you shocked? Yes, it is a shocker. I used to use a lot of beauty products like cleanser, toner and moisturizer. Why used? Let me tell you about my story. When I got pregnant with Adi my first born. My sense of smell was so sensitive that even the brand of our rice we had to change because the smell of it makes me nauseous.

So that being said, I had to also stop everything that I was putting on my face. anything that is really close to my nose were I can smell it. So the whole time I was pregnant until recently. I was not really putting anything on my face. I just wash it with soap and water. I do facials every now and then but then they won’t usually ask me about my facial routine. Until I had a facial session on my birthday. The aesthetician I had was really concerned about my skin. She said I have a good skin so start I should start young to take care of it so I will thank myself when I get old. I do believe her, she did not sell me anything. She just recommended that I should I use a facial cleanser, toner and moisturizer which I already do (I use nivea as my moisturizer).

That got me thinking a lot. I told myself, I am already 35 and I know my skin is aging so I really do need to take care of it. So maybe I summoned the need to try facial products and here came Zo skin health asking me to try their product. I already like them even before using it because I believe in Dr. Obaji’s skin regimen. I know a lot of people who uses his product and that are very satisfied. So I agreed to try and ever since then. I am using it now and happy about the results of it. I use the magnetight and it really did soften my skin. I also use the offects hydrating cleanser, ossential brightalive non-retinol as I have some facial discoloration and offects sulfur masque whenever I have breakouts. I do get skin breakouts every once in a while as I sleep late to do my blog.

If you are in the hunt for trying out new skin products. This is my suggestions but of course results may vary. We all do not have same skin types or you may want to consult your dermatologist.

Have a great day y’all and thank you for visiting my blog and for all your comments.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Outfit

Light Trench Coat

October 31, 2016 10 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK:

LIGHT TRENCH COAT (OLD) SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

T-SHIRT (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

DARK WASH JEANS

BOOTIES SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

WATCH (ON SALE)

CROSSBODY BAG (ON SALE)

SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

When you are in doubt, just try a classic Light trench coat. It is timeless very easy and comfy casual fall look to pull off this season. I am loving the neutral colors I have here as it just blends it beautifully with the colorful tree leaves surrounding me. Isn’t it just an amazing style to wear. I actually got this trench from a thrift store back home in the Philippines prior to me moving here in the USA. I will never let go of this coat, like I said it is timeless and it is for keeps.

Pairing this coat with my casual white t-shirt and jeans combo adding a brown bag and watch to complete the full detail. It is just a simply chic style any person can do and can never go wrong. Light layering plus the color combo is just the perfect look.

I must say that having a light trench coat is one of the Fall staples or must haves you should have in your wardrobe. How about you? Do you have a timeless piece in your wardrobe that you still wear over and over again? Share them to me as I would like to get to know you too. If you also have some topics you would want me to post feel free to let me know from the comments section. I will really appreciate it so much.

Thank you once again for visiting my blog and may You have a fabulous day!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Beauty, Outfit

Stylish Halloween Look

October 31, 2016 2 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK:

BLACK LACE DRESS c/o OASAP UNDER $20 as worn HERE

FERRAGAMO SUEDE PUMPS (old) SIMILAR HERE

FLORAL HEAD PIECE c/o HEAD BANDS OF HOPE

Stylish Halloween Look for fashion babes like me. If you are into fashion and style this is the type of Halloween look for you. I actually got this idea watching this on youtube. I tried as much as I can to make it look like the one on the video but hey. I am not a make up artist 🙂 and plus I really did not get the chance to get all the accessories he listed below. But honestly, I do believe I will be able to make it look like his work If I did have all the things I needed. What do you think about my make up skills here and my resourcefulness? I would love for you to give me a rating from 0-5 on make up skills.

Watch the link below to see how it is done and all the links to where to get the make ups and accessories are listed there too.

Jordan Liberty is such a talent! Fell in love with this one and to see more of him. Follow him on instagram at @jordanliberty.

I hope I was able to give you some last minute Halloween Ideas. Happy Monday and have a fantastic week ahead.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Outfit

Zip Neck Sweater Tunic

October 28, 2016 14 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK HERE:

ZIP NECK SWEATER TUNIC (comes in different colors)

SKINNY JEANS (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

GREY BOOTIES SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

SUNGLASSES

PRADA HANDBAG SIMILAR HERE

Another grey color scheme here for me. Have you noticed that I have been wearing this color so much lately. It is a neutral color therefore it can be paired with anything. It is just so simple yet it is such a classy color for fall outfits. It is just like a diamond that was just polished and it got its luster. But even though I have been wearing grey very so often it has different styles that makes it unique. Just like this previous post here with the big bow and here with a 3/4 sleeve button down shirt.

This zip neck sweater tunic is so comfy and light and can also be paired with OTK’s too. It is just so stylish that it also has those 2 cute pockets in the front. The zip neck is just so gorgeous and it just added and edgy touch to the style. It is just a simple but chic look you would want to try. So I paired it with my favorite bag and booties that I have been wearing a lot lately too.

Happy Friday to all and stay tuned to my Halloween post this weekend and were I got that make up idea.

Thank you for stopping by and have a wonderful weekend to all as I know I will have as my husband and I are celebrating our 10th year wedding anniversary today. We are just staying local just a staycation for the two of us.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel

Outfit

Fall Casual

October 24, 2016 16 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK HERE:

BROWN SWEATER (TJMAXX NO LONGER AVAILABLE) SIMILAR HERE

SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

SKINNY JEANS SIMILAR HERE

BOOTIES SIMILAR HERE

LOUIS VUITTON HANDBAG SIMILAR HERE

Happy Monday! Another simple outfit inspiration for all of you. There are a lot of simple fall casual look that you can wear. I chose the brown color scheme as it is an earth tone and perfect fall color. You can actually elevate this look by adding a scarf or you can also add a hat. Wearing and over the knee boots like this one will also add chicness to your fall casual style. This look you can wear strolling the mall, hanging out with friends to get some coffee. Also attending a blogger meet up.

I would have loved to attend the style collective sisters meet up in Alexandria, VA earlier today but I was scheduled to work because I will be off this Friday to celebrate our 10th Wedding Anniversary. This should have been my outfit for the meet up.

How about you? What are your fall casual staples? Share it with me through the comments below. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and stay warm and take all the vitamins. As this change of season is also the season for getting sick.

Have a wonderful week ahead!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Outfit

Sweater Weather and OTK’s

October 21, 2016 14 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK HERE:

OLIVE GREEN SWEATER SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

ZIP LEGGING JEANS

SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

OVER THE KNEE BOOTS

LV HANDBAG SIMILAR HERE

It really is sweater weather and OTk’s season already. This are some of the fall staples you should already have in your closet to keep you cozy this season. I have shopped a lot of sweaters from Tjmaxx and this is just one of them. Just to change the feel of black and grey I have paired this olive green sweater with my black jeans and OTK. Another one of my favorite fall color combo. You can just never go wrong with them together.

If you are on the not so tall side. These OTK’s are for you as it already will make your legs longer because of the color and together with the added wedge heels. The over sized sweater as well will make that impression. Like I have said before that darker colors will keep you warm.

Also, another benefit of wearing OTK’s with the sweater is that it will instantly elevate your simply looks to chic! Do you agree? The simpleness of the sweater plus the classiness of the Boots altogether is already perfect style. So make sure to shop these items and make room for them in your closet.

TGIF!! What are your plans this weekend? We have experienced the Indian summer here in the mid-Atlantic region and it felt like summer for a week. It will be back to the upper 60’s this weekend. Thank you all for visiting my blog and for commenting and have a lovely weekend to all of you.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel

Outfit

Sweater with Big Bow

October 19, 2016 8 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK HERE:

SWEATER WITH BIG BOW c/o SHEIN (ONE SIZE) SIMILAR HERE, HERE AND HERE

ZIP LEGGING JEANS

DV BLACK ANKLE BOOTS (OLD) SIMILAR HERE, HERE AND HERE

GREY MINI HANDBAG c/o LIGHT IN THE BOX

VINCI CAMUTO SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

Are you like me who is always on the hunt of pieces that is unique and stylish at the same time. It was love at first sight with this cute sweater with big bow and eyelet sleeves. Isn’t it so cute? I just wanna try something different and of course it is the sweater weather w=but we don’t want it to be boring just like that. I am glad to have found this cute detail to add some life to this regular grey sweater. Also knowing me, I have been wearing this black zip legging jeans a lot as it is super comfy and has a stylish pockets and cut. I have added my favorite old botties that I have worn a lot last year. I have added similar styles here.

My mind is full of grey hues, burgundy and camel colors…. If you have noticed it on my instagram account. This look is such an easy casual Fall outfit that is easy to pull. It is feminine with an edgy feel. I wore this strolling around the National Harbor where every time I go there. I would dress up or wear something like this. I hope I was able to give you some cute insights in terms of wearing sweaters.

Thank you for visiting and for all your comments. Have a fabulous day y’all! Also if you haven’t seen the previous post please do check it out as you would love it too.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Location: National Harbor, MD

Outfit

Classy Patterns and Statement Coat

October 17, 2016 32 Comments

DRESS c/o FASHIONFRENZYATL ALSO COMES IN WHITE AND BLACK PRINT

STYLE & CO COAT WITH EMBROIDERY (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

KATE SPADE HANDBAG (OLD) SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

RED PUMPS

VINCI CAMUTO SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

I just feel like really dressing up for church. So I have created this look classy patterns and statement coat and actually got a lot of compliments about it. The dress is so chic because of the pattern and the style. It can be worn not only at church but actually everywhere. depending on what accessories you are gonna wear with it. Since it has a red detail I have paired my favorite red pumps and my go to Kate Spade handbag. To top the look I wore this white coat with floral embroidery all over. I apologize I couldn’t find a very similar one. I really love this coat and have it for years!!! The embroidery detail is on point as it is one of the trends of the season.

Having said all the reasons why I have made this combo. I actually got inspired by blogger @blairbeedee as she always makes this kind of outfit and she does it very well in case you have not followed her yet on instagram. She is one of the bloggers I look up to if I would be dressing up as she is always best dressed.

I hope I was also able to give you an outfit inspiration I have created. Thank you all for visiting my blog and for all your comments. May you have a wonderful week ahead.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

Location: National Harbour, MD

Lifestyle, Outfit

Apple and Pumpkin Picking

October 14, 2016 No Comments

ON ADI: T SHIRT SIMILAR HERE/JEANS/ CROCS SHOES

ON AIDAN: LONG SLEEVE SHIRT SIMILAR HERE/ SWEATPANTS/ CROCS SHOES

Adi said she was very happy she was able to pick her own apples. When we went for apple picking it was the day after my birthday (mid September) and the weather was very nice that is why we were all wearing T-shirts here. For right now, since the weather is getting cold. This is one of my favorite looks from Fall last year. This (the picture below) is something I would wear for apple or pumpkin picking now because the weather is colder.

PONCHO (OLD) SIMILAR HERE AND HERE/ BOOTIES (OLD) SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

Apple and pumpkin picking are some of the fall activities we enjoy doing as a family during fall. It is fun for everyone and we all feel like a child when we do these things. Like right now, Aidan is really appreciating more of what we do because he can understand now more of what is happening around him. Another thing that I would suggest to do this fall is visit a place with a lot of foliage. If you live in the east coast like I do you probably have mountains like our Shenandoah Valley where you can enjoy the view and play with the foliage. This was our Foliage experience last year here.

How about you? Do you have any fall activities that you do that you are always excited about during this time of the year? Please share on the comments below as I am always open to try new things and do it with my family.

Thank you for visiting my page and for all your comments. Happy weekend to all of you! In case You have topics you would want me to talk about feel free to let me know or email me directly here at iannemcabangon@gmail.com

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

Outfit

Maiden Grass Print Fall Dress

October 12, 2016 14 Comments

SHOP THE LOOK:

PENELOPE DRESS c/o KARINADRESSES

VINCI CAMUTO SUNGLASSES SIMILAR HERE

CROSS BODY BAG SIMILAR HERE AND HERE (COMES IN DIFFERENT COLORS)

WATCH c/o DANIEL WELLINGTON

PEEP TOE BOOTIES SIMILAR HERE , HERE AND HERE

Have you ever thought of wearing a maiden grass print as a Fall Dress? It is actually an unusual print to wear but Karina dresses was able make it a fashion statement. Isn’t the dress I am wearing amazing? As I always say, I truly adore Karina dresses as they are wrinkle free, easy to wear and high quality garment. You actually get the most of what you pay for.

This look is what I actually wore at church. It was just so easy to wear specially that Sundays I have to do the laundry and other household chores. I have to take Adi to her Sunday school at church and stuff like that. And having to wear this dress is simply easy breezy. I just had to pair it with this peep toe booties and it instantly made this a chic Fall style.

This dress can also be worn with a knee length boots like this and this. Or just wear it with black stockings and wear it with closed toe booties like this and this. Are you almost complete of all the fall staples to have in your closet? I know, you can never be complete as there are always new and fashionable trends out there that we love to try and wear.

Thank you for visiting this blog and for all your wonderful comments. May all of you have a wonderful day.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

Location: Marriott Hotel

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