GIFT GUIDE: FOR THE BEAUTY BUFF

1 // Dry Styling Set 2 // Brush Set 3 // Cheek Palette 4// Lip Primer  

5 // Liquid Eyeliner 6 // Marble Hairbrush 7 // Nude Lipstick  8 // Body Soufflé 

& gift set here 9 // Bath & Body Kit 10 // Facial Cleansing Brush & the mini 

11 // Night Cream 12// Glow Palette 13 // Skin Serum

I'm sharing some of my favorite beauty products for that glam girl on your list. These would all make great gifts for the beauty lover in your life. 

2 // I'm a big fan of E.L.F. makeup brushes. The packaging is beautiful and they are quality soft brushes. This gorgeous set would be such a great gift. 

8 // The original scent of Moroccanoil is one of my favorites. They now offer a luxury body lotion, the soufflé, that's very lightweight and makes my skin so soft. I can't get over how good this smells.

10 // My favorite facial brush is this one from Foreo. It takes off the makeup residue left behind and takes off all those dead skin cells. It is a dream! I'm teaming up with Foreo to give away a Here & There cleansing pair featuring the LUNA mini 2 and the LUNA play ($178 value). It's the perfect t-sonic cleansing pair. To enter,  comment with a heart on my last 3 Instagram posts. You will get an extra 3 entires for following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app. Just DM me a screenshot : )  To follow me: 1.) Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it app 2.) Search for Interstate Style and 3.) Click "FOLLOW." You must be a U.S. resident to win. 

11 // I received a large sample of this Kiehl's Multi-Corrective Cream at a blogger event and was blown away. I have super dry skin and this cream goes a long way, making your skin soft and glow. This is now the cream I apply after this serum each night. 

13 // This is my holy grail night serum. I used to have troubled skin, and my friend introduced the IS Clinical Active Serum to me a few months before my wedding. I never looked back and don't ever skip an evening applying this to my skin.

xo, Crystal Marie

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Gift Guide: For Her Under $100

Top | Scarf | Earrings | PJs | Bracelets | Boots | Joggers | Crossbody Bag

Candle | Eyeshadows | Necklace | Socks | Body Wash | Hello Gorgeous Mug

Pink & Grey Mug | Blanket 

Bracelets - These are the perfect everyday bracelet, and would be a great gift for a friend or mom. 

PJs - I have two pairs of these jammies and they are the softest I've been able to find. Fit is true to size. 

Candle - This french cade lavender candle is my all-time favorite candle scent. It makes our home smell so nice and fresh without being overpowering. 

Joggers - I was on the hunt for the perfect joggers and finally found them. These are high-waisted and a soft thick material. They're perfect for around the house or running errands. 

Body Wash - I fell in love with this luxury body wash after staying at our favorite hotel in the Bahamas. Perfect for a coworker or stocking stuff.

Thanks for stopping by!

xo, Crystal Marie

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Favorite Fall Pullover + Pumpkin Patch Family Fun

I think we started a new family tradition this past weekend. We brought Winston to the pumpkin patch. There were animals, games, bouncy mattresses, slides and of course, plenty of places to take pictures with pumpkins. It wound up being a little warmer than we expected, but it was fun to get dressed up for the  occasion and explore. More details on outfits below.

This mustard pullover comes in several other shades. Size down, it's pretty big. Expect and oversized look like this even if you get an xs. I've been wearing mine around the house a lot with joggers. It's so comfortable for lounging. I would say it's heavy enough to keep you warm outside if it's a little chilly, but also thin enough to layer. 

  

It was a warm day so we didn't bundle Winston up too much. This white thermal is so cute and only $5. His pants come in a three pack and are under $10. I love the thick waistband. More on his look below.

Dad Bod T Shirt

I'll definitely be wearing this look all Fall and Winter long. What's your must-have wardrobe piece for cold weather?

xo, Crystal Marie

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Bahamas Outfit Roundup

We survived our first trip away from Winston. And by survived, I mean I only cried a few times. It was probably (definitely) harder on us than it was on him. We stayed at The Cove at Atlantis on Paradise Island and spent a couple days at Albany Resort on New Providence. It was amazing to spend five days relaxing in the sun, but even better to come home to our smiley boy. 

Hooray for off season! A lot of my pieces from the trip are on sale. SCORE! Shop outfit details below.

   

These gauze cover-up pants deserve a shout out. They are super cute and so flattering. I probably wore these more than anything else on the trip. Make sure to size down because they run big. I'm 5'4 and an xs hit just an inch or two above the ground in the back. I wore them high-waisted.

Here are a few of my favorite products and outfit pieces I didn't photograph. If you have getaway planned, I would highly recommend them ALL. This was my first time using SuperGoop sunscreen and I absolutely loved it. I bought this 3-pack (which is such a good deal) and it lasted me the whole trip. I had heard so much about the COOLA setting spray with SPF, so I had to try it. I loved it so much, I will be taking it on future trips for sure. I like to put a light layer of make-up on before the beach (so I don't scare anyone, haha), and even through the crazy humidity and dips into the water, it kept my makeup looking like it did before I left the hotel room. Also, my face was sunburn free the entire trip. Same for my body with the SuperGoop. I brought too many suits, so I didn't get to wear this on floral off the shoulder swimsuit, but it fits really well, and the price is unbelievable. One of my favorite suits of the trip was this light blue plunging one piece. I really liked the color, print and how girly the front was but that the back was moderate to full coverage with straps that actually stay on (hard to find, am I right)? A matching bow scrunchie was a must, of course. Lastly, this beach cover-up unfortunately came in the mail after I flew out, but is absolutely gorgeous. I bought the red multi color. This cover up can double as both a sarong and a beach blanket. I can't wait to use it on the next trip and maybe grab a couple more colors. 

xo, Crystal

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Style For The Office or Date Night

As a busy mom, I love an outfit that can transition from day to night. This asymmetrical poplin tunic is from Zara (I linked similar styles below), and is one of my new favorite tops to throw on with a pair of jeans. Dress it up with sparkly ear crawlers, chic flats and you're put together for errands, the office and even ready for that date night. 

Thanks for stopping by! 

xo, Crystal Marie

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White Midi Dresses

The heat is on, and I love wearing dresses as much as possible to stay comfortable. This Forever21 front button midi has been one of my favorites to throw on to run to the store or dress up for the evening with some jewelry and cute sandals. It literally just sold out yesterday (ugh), but I found so many similar options to show you, for a little Summer dress inspiration. 

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First Birthday | Winston Turns One

I can't believe it's been a year. Winston is the cutest, most smiley, happy baby. He turned one last Sunday and we had an amazing time celebrating with family and friends. A couple of our friends call him "Sir Winston," so it was only fitting that we plan a royal event with a crown theme. I'm sharing all of the details and a party pics.

I ordered a crown cookie cutter, and had special cookies made for the party. It was such an easy way to tie in the theme. 

The crowns were a hit with the kiddos. 

We snagged this table during a 4th of July sale and it came just in time for the party.

He wasn't quite sure what do when we set the cake in front of him. 

The balloons we used were white latex painted with liquid gold leaf.

He started slow, but loved the frosting.

This is right before he pushed the cake onto the grass.

Crown Cake - Parsons Bakery

Balloons Painted With - Liquid Gold Leaf

Paper Glitter Crowns - Confetti Momma Party 

One Balloon & High Chair Streamer - Soiree Love 

Letterboard - HomeGoods

Chalkboard for Crowns - Marshalls

My pants, my top, my necklace

Winston's Outfit

Suspender Set/Plaid Bowtie from Little Chunk Clothing 

Shorts from Peek 

Bird Rock Baby Moccasins 

I have these moccasins in several colors and they're the cutest. Super easy to slip on and great quality leather. He scrapes his on the ground all day in a walker and they just wipe clean. Winston is wearing "Latte."

xo, Crystal 

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