So I used to do this whole weekly thing called Monday's Obsessions where I shared some of my favorite things. It was a lot of fun but with two kids, it was time consuming; and I realized that if I wanted to stay consistent, there was no way I could do it weekly. It was one of those aha moments where I found out that blogging is actually a little bit of hard work. I wanted it to be interesting and fun to read and to do that, you need a lot of content. Now that it's been a little over a year since my last obsession post, I thought about bringing it all back, but this time having it a monthly type of thing.
Usually how things go, I will share a picture or two that's personal to me along with a little update about us. Then I post links to things that I've been obsessing over. There's usually news articles, music, beauty products, clothes, recipes...the whole nine yards. I honestly really enjoyed sharing my favorite things because so many times I'm asked what I'm into and it was a perfect way to put it all out there!
I am going to keep with tradition but I also want to add in some giveaways, because who doesn't love giveaways?! It may be big, or it may even be something simple but I know it'll be fun each time.
And here we go...
Loving high rise swim suit bottoms. This suit and this suit from Modcloth are both amazing, and they're on sale.
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Still obsessing over Rocksbox, especially now that I've got my second box from them. Ppsstt you can still try it for free with my code crystalroseexoxo
I love cooking kabobs in the summer and these salmon ones look to die for.
These brown Ecote Morgan Sandals definitely need to be in my life.
I practically live in my Tomgirl jeans. Who says it's wrong to have multiple pairs of the same jeans?
I think I'm going to test out and compare Bumble and Bumble's Surf Infusion and John Frieda's Sea Waves. Yes, that same John Frieda sea salt spray that we all used to use years ago, it's back! (And it's buy one get one half off at Ulta) I already use Bumble and Bumble's Surf Spray but I'm interested in something with some oil in it.
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Drooling over all of these outdoor spaces. Our yard is in total need of a makeover.
Loving Anthropologie's cake stands, this apron, and BHLDN's tea rose lights.
If you don't laugh at at least half of these cake fails, something is wrong.
#LoveWins
Every summer, I bring back my obsession with lipstick. I have always been a fan of bright lips and my go-to for the longest time has been Candy Yum Yum by MAC or Dragon Girl by NARS. I look at it as if I'm going to do lipstick, might as well go bold. I have new favorites now though!! So, forget what you thought about Wet n Wild for a moment because their lipsticks are uh-maz-ing. I have a handful of them and they have outlasted my expensive brands and it's definitely love. My favorite colors so far are Nouveau Pink, Dollhouse Pink, and Red Velvet. A big group of my lady friends are also big fans so you have to try!
I'm totally obsessing over Holly Madison's book and all the juicy drama that's coming from it.
As overpriced as it all must be, I'm dying over every little piece from PRESERVE's home collection.
Last week I got a new iPhone 6 Plus so now I'm eyeing these Kate Spade cases. 6 Plus cases are hard to come by actually!
I need popsicle brownies.
Ready for the giveaway?
I'm giving one person a super fun, trendy falsa Mexican blanket from Six and Grand! (Sorry, but shipping is US only for the giveaway because these blankets are a little heavy) Six and Grand's style is simple: southwest modern + bohemian chic. Their products not only accentuate your home or office but also your lifestyle. Their products are handmade from around the world, the quality is amazing, and the prices are totally affordable. I own a couple of Six and Grand's blankets and they're totally awesome. Bright colors are perfect for summer and they're the best blankets to pack up in the car for a fun day picnicking, laying out at the playground, or even at the beach. Gah, I miss the beach. Anyways! The blankets are light enough for snuggling in the summer, and they're actually pretty soft. Much softer than the ones I remember back when I was younger and my mom had a million of them haha I want to buy all the blankets in all the bright, bold colors.
Loving high rise swim suit bottoms. This suit and this suit from Modcloth are both amazing, and they're on sale.
27 Silly, Sweet, and Strange Quotes From Kids.
Still obsessing over Rocksbox, especially now that I've got my second box from them. Ppsstt you can still try it for free with my code crystalroseexoxo
I love cooking kabobs in the summer and these salmon ones look to die for.
These brown Ecote Morgan Sandals definitely need to be in my life.
I practically live in my Tomgirl jeans. Who says it's wrong to have multiple pairs of the same jeans?
I think I'm going to test out and compare Bumble and Bumble's Surf Infusion and John Frieda's Sea Waves. Yes, that same John Frieda sea salt spray that we all used to use years ago, it's back! (And it's buy one get one half off at Ulta) I already use Bumble and Bumble's Surf Spray but I'm interested in something with some oil in it.
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Drooling over all of these outdoor spaces. Our yard is in total need of a makeover.
Loving Anthropologie's cake stands, this apron, and BHLDN's tea rose lights.
If you don't laugh at at least half of these cake fails, something is wrong.
#LoveWins
Every summer, I bring back my obsession with lipstick. I have always been a fan of bright lips and my go-to for the longest time has been Candy Yum Yum by MAC or Dragon Girl by NARS. I look at it as if I'm going to do lipstick, might as well go bold. I have new favorites now though!! So, forget what you thought about Wet n Wild for a moment because their lipsticks are uh-maz-ing. I have a handful of them and they have outlasted my expensive brands and it's definitely love. My favorite colors so far are Nouveau Pink, Dollhouse Pink, and Red Velvet. A big group of my lady friends are also big fans so you have to try!
I'm totally obsessing over Holly Madison's book and all the juicy drama that's coming from it.
As overpriced as it all must be, I'm dying over every little piece from PRESERVE's home collection.
Last week I got a new iPhone 6 Plus so now I'm eyeing these Kate Spade cases. 6 Plus cases are hard to come by actually!
I need popsicle brownies.
Ready for the giveaway?
I'm giving one person a super fun, trendy falsa Mexican blanket from Six and Grand! (Sorry, but shipping is US only for the giveaway because these blankets are a little heavy) Six and Grand's style is simple: southwest modern + bohemian chic. Their products not only accentuate your home or office but also your lifestyle. Their products are handmade from around the world, the quality is amazing, and the prices are totally affordable. I own a couple of Six and Grand's blankets and they're totally awesome. Bright colors are perfect for summer and they're the best blankets to pack up in the car for a fun day picnicking, laying out at the playground, or even at the beach. Gah, I miss the beach. Anyways! The blankets are light enough for snuggling in the summer, and they're actually pretty soft. Much softer than the ones I remember back when I was younger and my mom had a million of them haha I want to buy all the blankets in all the bright, bold colors.
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| Rana Falsa Blanket |
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| Colibri Falsa Blanket |
All you have to do is head over to my Instagram (@crystalrosee) and follow the directions on the latest post. It's super easy and I'll announce the winner next Monday evening!
