*Updated for 2021. It's time to put away the sandals and start thinking about boots! I have to admit that even though it's probably too hot for boots in Southern California, I still love to shop for them! Boots/booties are always at the top of my fall wishlist. Suffice it to say, I have quite a ... View Post
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Loewe Basket Bag Dupes + Straw Bag Options
I'm sure you've seen or heard about the popular Loewe Basket Bag by now. It's definitely been all over Instagram for awhile and I've seen all the "IT" girls carrying it. I'm sure with spring and summer coming up you'll be seeing even more of this straw bag. But if you weren't aware, the SMALL Loewe ... View Post
Discount Codes
Below you'll find discount codes and affiliate links for brands that I partner with! If you make a purchase through an affiliate link I might make a small commission - at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting brands that support this blog! It's how I keep everything up and running :-) And ... View Post
Rouje Gabin Dress Review
It's no secret that I love everything from the French fashion and beauty brand, Rouje. I've been buying their clothes and makeup for several years now and they hit it out of the park with every launch. I've never been able to visit France but I feel like I have a little bit of Paris with me when I'm ... View Post
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Rouje Paris Lip, Cheek, and Eye Palette Review
Rouje Beauty Did you know one of my favorite French fashion brands, Rouje, also has a beauty line? It's still pretty small and only contains lipstick shades and the palette you see above. (However - there is a Rouje Beauty Summer Line coming out on May 10th!) But I was actually surprised to find ... View Post
Thoughts on Turning 34 + The Perfect Spring Dress
The Most Flattering Spring Dress I've been a fan of the French fashion brand, Rouje, for awhile now. It was started by the French fashionista Jeanne Damas and includes a collection of feminine skirts, dresses, blouse, denim, and even beauty! I got my feet wet by ordering one of their popular skirts ... View Post
How to Style a Skirt in Cool Weather
We had a bit of cooler weather recently and it made me re-evaluate my wardrobe a little bit. Turns out I don't have that many cool weather pieces! So I decided to style a summer favorite for cooler weather! How to Style a Skirt for Cool Weather Choose seasonally appropriate colors and prints In ... View Post
My Favorite Cyber WEEK Sales + Giveaway
I've been so busy trying to get my gift guides together that I feel like I haven't gotten a lot of outfit photos taken! But here's a look I shot recently with Dana from 23 Danilla Skies! This is a California Fall outfit, in my opinion. It gives off fall vibes without being too warm. I paired a light ... View Post
A Blogger Meet Up in Venice California
(photos by Chic on the Cheap) After about 6 years of blogging you start to develop friendships with other bloggers and even though you've never met they can feel like your good friends! And every once in awhile you are lucky enough to actually meet them in person! That's what happened to me ... View Post
Parisian Style on a Budget
You know that I love to invest in pieces from small French fashion brands! But the over $100 price tag is definitely a splurge that not everyone can make. The good news is you can still achieve that Parisian look without spending a fortune! What I recommend doing to find styles similar to your ... View Post
The Perfect Little Red Dress for Summer
Everyone knows they should have a Little Black Dress or LBD in their closet. But I also think that everyone needs a LRD, or, Little Red Dress in their closet! Just like black, red is a classic color. And if you want to make a statement, red is definitely the color to choose. Plus, red is a fun and ... View Post
The Best Places to Shop for Summer Dresses
With the summer season approaching, now is a good time to start stocking up on cute summer dresses! I practically live in dresses in the summer. It's just so easy to throw on one piece of clothing and go! I love that you can just add some cute accessories and your whole outfit is put together. My ... View Post
A Reversible Linen Dress from Aulieude
If you remember my Spring Wishlist post I was on the hunt for a cottagecore-style linen dress. Well, I found the perfect one from a sustainable Australian brand called Aulieude. And it happens to be a REVERSIBLE linen dress! With pockets! What more can you ask for, right? About ... View Post
Spring Wishlist: What I’m Loving and Buying
SPRING Wishlist: What I'm Loving and Buying The change of seasons always makes me want to shop. I'm trying to be more mindful of what I'm adding to my closet so usually I buy less but spend more on each item. I'm sharing what I've picked up so far and what I still would love to buy. What I'm ... View Post
Sézane Essentials Review Part 2: Winter Closet Staples
I loved my first round of Sézane Essentials so much that I decided to add a few more pieces to my closet specifically for winter! In case you didn't know, Sézane has a section on their site dedicated to their Essentials, which are basically French closet staples. These are styles that they bring ... View Post
An Evening Stroll through Huntington Gardens
Recently, my husband and I got the chance to escape without the kids for an hour or two to spend some time at The Huntington in Pasadena! We've been several times before and love it! The gardens are BEAUTIFUL and it's such a nice escape from the city. We usually go during the day (and with kids) so ... View Post
Rouje Beauty: Mascara, Eyeliner, + Lipstick Review
Rouje Paris has been one of my favorite French brands for awhile so when they came out with their beauty line I knew I had to try it out! I've already done a review of their Lip, Eye, and Cheek Palette but since then they've expanded their line to include mascara and eyeliner! I'm also throwing in a ... View Post
Lash Lift Vs Lash Extensions vs Magnetic Lashes
I don't know a girl that doesn't want long, full lashes. Unfortunately, most of us aren't born with voluminous lashes! So what's a girl to do?! There are three options that I've tried out recently: lash lifts, lash extensions and magnetic lashes. In this post I'll go over each process, the look, ... View Post
Chunky Cardigan for Spring
As much as I love my dresses and skirts, sometimes the fickle spring weather calls for something a little warmer. That's when I reach for my cardigans! I love the versatility of a cardigan. You can button it all the way up when it's a little chilly or unbutton it and wear it over a cami when the ... View Post
Holiday Gift Guide for Men, Women, and Kids! + Black Friday Deals!
It's that time of year! The gift guides are rolling out! Honestly, I love curating gift guides because I love to shop! And buying something for someone that you know they'll love just feels so good. Below I've included some of my favorite items and brands to shop from this year. *Updated for ... View Post
Polka Dot Midi Dress
Polka Dot Midi Dress Under $100 I can't say no to polka dots. It's a classic print that never really goes out of style. I was actually surprised when I realized that I didn't have a black and white polka dot dress in my wardrobe! Luckily, & Other Stories had this cute polka dot number that was ... View Post
