The time has come! We are finally ditching the tie-dye sweatsuits and “dressing up.”
We all need a couple of flattering dresses in our wardrobe and a ruched dress is super flattering on any shape and is also chic and stylish.
What exactly is ruching?
Ruching is a gathered overlay of fabric strips that are pleated, fluted, or gathered together to create a ripple-like effect. The frill or pleat of the fabric, often lace, chiffon, or muslin, has evolved from the 16th-century ruff.
Ruching is often used in wedding dresses, particularly in the bodice, to create a slim torso or waist and to draw attention to the narrowest part of the body.
It also has the effect of concealing figure details behind the fabric.
Now, after a year in quarantine who doesn’t want that?
I am OBSESSED with these sneakers! Would I wear them hiking? Probably not (snag my hiking boots here), but I would wear them out and about in the city.
A sculpted platform and toothy, serrated sole jack up the stature of a high-top sporting an iconic Converse profile and a debossed star framed on the heel.
Equal parts old school and new, these trainers have a super cushy, ultra-supportive fit. They’re also as eco-friendly as they can make them. The cotton lining and rubber outsoles are recycled and the leather is sustainable.
Cute, comfortable, and the colors in these trainers go with everything.
Handcrafted low-top buffed calfskin sneakers in white. The smudging and distressing throughout gives them a distructed look that I have really learned to love! The terrycloth and leather lining makes them REALLY comfortable.
These were my first pair of Golden Goose sneakers and I HIGHLY recommend starting with this style.
full blog post with all the best sales and sizing here
4 | Gucci, Rhyton Gucci Logo Leather Sneaker | $890
Designed with a thick sole and bulky construction, the sneaker has a retro influence in leather with a vintage Gucci logo inspired by prints from the 1980s.
5 | Golden Goose, Francy high-top sneakers | $560 also available here
Here’s another pair of covetable Golden Goose sneakers for your collection. These Francy high tops stand out with a creative mix of leopard-print suede, metallic accents, and heavy distressing.
6| M. Gemi, Palestra Alta Platform | use the discount code: KAT60
I adored the Palestra Minimo so much that I wrote an entire blog post about them.
The Palestra Alta Platform has a little extra volume and everything you love about the low-profile version (sleek, minimal design and less-is-more details), with added height and a raised platform sole for a punch of trending street-style for the Gen Z kids. These are the most comfortable sneaker yet and perfect for travel. I wear them 24/7.
I love this dress so much I decided to dedicate an entire blog post to it. It’s just one of those Free People bangers that I can’t stop wearing or chatting about. Easily transition from day to night in this sultry and slinky slip dress. I’ve worn this stunner everywhere from the beach in Maui to brunch in San Francisco. The adjustable ruched sides allow you to wear it long or short and it is truly a 10/10 piece in my closet.
Details: adjustable straps, cowl neckline + adjustable side ties <- for the perfect hem length
The slip dress is characterized by its minimalist appearance. Often done in one color, with spaghetti straps and a midi length, it was the must-have item in the 90s and everything from the 90s is back in full effect today!
The slip dress is also commonly done in a silky material. The slip dress is popular to pair with more casual elements such as sneakers, a denim jacket, or shacket. It’s also popular to embrace the more nightgown appearance of the slip dress and work a pair of slippers with the dress. This slip dress is a great summer piece as it’s lightweight, easy to style, and relatively wrinkle-free, and easy to travel with.
I always snag a set of Diptyque candles during the holidays and light them while I apply my skincare routine. I like to create spa vibes in my apartment (since we can’t go to the spa right now) and it really helps!
Diptyque’s mini candles are crafted in France and housed in glass vessels. Packaged in a neat presentation box, this set makes the perfect hostess gift.
*If you are looking for a VERY affordable home scent ->snag this SANTAL oil and put it in your diffuser! Thank me later 🙂
Allow me to introduce you to the stinky skincare line that has completely transformed my skin! It smells like shit, it is EXPENSIVE AF, and it works like a MF!
Lotion P50 Review
ALL the fancy beauty blogs told me that it erases dark spots, shrinks pores, and balances your complexion…so I logged into the Shop Rescue Spa website and ordered my first bottle of P50 about 6 months ago.
How Does it Work?
Industry experts and beauty enthusiasts alike have long been reaping the glow-boosting benefits of this chemical method of exfoliation! Compared to manual exfoliation (ie: scrubs), it is so much more gentle and effective as it is working from the inside to the outside of the skin, as opposed to just touching the surface.
6 Month Update
It still smells like shit and it has completely transformed my skin. I’m on my third bottle and I will use this product every morning and evening for the rest of my life. Brace yourself for stinky skincare for the rest of your life. My Lotion P50 Review is a 10/10. Once you buy it you will never look back!
The daily hyaluronic acid treatment for skin health that you NEVER knew you needed. This serum has completely transformed my dry winter skin. If you are looking for hydrated/glowy skin -> this is your product.
The HYPE is real! I am fully addicted to this deodorant. The anti-perspirant stick checks all the boxes for me and tt is ALWAYS sold out, but I found a few here.
5| Saint Jane, The C-Drops Brightening Elixir {sephora sale}
The C-Drops Brightening Elixir is a potent, clean brightening treatment for glowy skin. Formulated with 20% active glycerin-encapsulated Vitamin C, ensuring maximum penetration to the skin’s deepest layers to power your glow and even skin tone, while 500mg full-spectrum CBD calms and soothes.
Ferulic Acid boosts Vitamin C + CBD absorption, while Kakadu Plum, Lemon, and Lime exfoliate for bright, radiant skin.
Saint Jane’s Lip Shine is a silky gloss infused with 8 clean, antioxidant-rich ingredients. The high-shine formula glides on smooth with 50mg CBD and calming botanicals like Sunflower, Chamomile, and Aloe, delivering a wash of sheer, luminous color.
Herbivore Botanicals Emerald + CBD Glow Oil is a soothing blend of 100mg Full-Spectrum Organic CBD, Hemp Seed Oil, and adaptogens to visibly calm the look of redness, protect against environmental stressors, and nourish skin with lasting hydration.
Tanning Drops
The Isle of Paradise drops give you COMPLETE control of your glow. Use as part of your existing regime, adding these magical multitasking drops to transform your moisturizer into a custom self-tanner. The more you drop, the more you glow!
(the vitamin C, avocado oil, eucalyptus oil, and coconut oil in the drops are also great for your skin)
How I use it: Add 1 to 2 drops to your favorite moisturizer, mix together, and apply to the skin.
More drops = deeper tan!
Wash hands after application.
Masks
At $0.80 a set the Pixi DetoxifEYE masks are ALWAYS in my fridge <- NOT just in January
(buy these eye masks if you need to instantly de-puff before a zoom call)
