MAY BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE FAVORITES!

Time for my May favorites!! --- We're heading out soon for a vacation in the mountains. I can hardly wait! Happy weekend, friends! Hope it's been a wonderful month for you! -- PS...Maiedae Mixer tickets go on sale TOMORROW! Ahh! 



PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Products mentioned can be found and purchased on my Luvocracy Collection! Check it out.

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APRIL BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE FAVORITES

It's that time of the month!! I have lots of exciting beauty and lifestyle favorites to share with you today plus a special surprise giveaway at the end of the video! What have you been loving lately??



PRODUCTS MENTIONED & OTHER FUN LINKS
* Products mentioned can be found and purchased on my Luvocracy collection! Check it out!
* Check-out these awesome small businesses: Coveted Things, Seamly.co & Field Study.
* Subscribe to Ashley's channel here!

GIVEAWAY
Enter the Field Study giveaway via my Instagram account and win this adorable charcoal and white striped bag and matching cosmetic clutch! @savannahmaiedae

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MARCH BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE FAVORITES

Check out my beauty and lifestyle favorites from the month of March!! What have you been loving lately? -- Also, all products mentioned in this video can be found on my Luvocracy page! Check out the March collection here. :) Happy April, everyone!!



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FAVORITE DIAPER // CAMERA // WORK BAG REVIEWS

I really love a great bag, and by great bag I mean...well-made, attractive, has lots of organized pockets, and is practical for many uses. Over the past couple years I developed a small collection of these types of bags from four fantastic small-businesses. I love each of them and find myself using each of these bags in different ways. I'm not a fan of an obvious diaper bag, so having something that looks great and is super functional is a huge plus!

Check out my favorites and get a detailed review on each of these diaper/camera/work bags plus a good peek inside!



PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Rose Teal Bag - Jo Totes
* Charlie Bag - Timi & Leslie
* Libby Bag - Kelly Moore
* The Madeline Bag - Lily Jade

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BEAUTY: FEBRUARY FAVORITES

Hello! I'm excited to share some of my beauty and lifestyle related favorites with you from the month of February! -- As well, I'm planning to start transitioning my YouTube channel to also covering mommy and lifestyle related topics as well as beauty. If you have any suggestions or video requests, I would love you hear your thoughts as I'm brainstorming new content! :)



PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Knotty to Nice Detangler - Not Your Mothers
* Facial & Eye Make-Up Remover Wipes - Simple

* In the Light Palette - Stila 

* Creaseless Cream Shadow in RSVP - Benefit 

* Ro's Argan Body Conditioner - LUSH 

* www.minted.com 

* Cake Nursing Bra - BURU 

* Full House Complete Series 

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BEAUTY: FAVORITES FROM JANUARY

Better late than never! I pre-recorded this favorites video before having Soren and was recently able to sit down and edit it. :) To be honest, I'm kinda freaking out that it's already mid-February, I can't believe it's already been two weeks since we had little Soren! Despite my tardiness, check out my favorites from the month of January. :)



PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Eau Good Filtered Water Bottle - Black + Blume

* Twisted Peppermint Lotion - Bath & Body Works 

* Water Flosser - Waterpik 

* Ignite the Night - Essie 

* Body Soaps - LUSH 

* Mineral Veil - Bare Minerals 

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BEAUTY: 2013 FAVORITES

2013 was a fun year of experimenting with different make-up brands and trying new things. I discovered a lot of amazing products and had so much fun! I've been a huge fan of beauty products since college and have really loved spending the extra time this past year sharing this passion with you! Today I'm sharing my top favorite beauty picks from 2013, these are the items I will continue to purchase and use on an almost daily basis. :) Enjoy!


PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Waterproof Clay Eyeliner - Tarte
* Flawless Definition Mascara - BareMinerals
* Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation - Covergirl
* Eden Eyeshadow Primer Potion - Urban Decay

* In the Light Eyeshadow Palette - Stila 

* Parfumerie Scented Nail Polish - Revlon 

* Velvetines Red Velvet - Limecrime 

What were some of your all-time favorite products from 2013??

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BEAUTY: NOVEMBER FAVORITES

Ummm, how is it already December? This year is flying by!! I AM however planning to really slow down and enjoy the holidays this year, especially before baby Wallace comes in February. :) This week I'm sharing my favorite products from the beauty, lifestyle, fashion, and make-up categories. I've got some great favorites that would be perfect stocking stuffers, too! Merry Christmas!!



PRODUCTS MENTIONED
* Whitening Toothpaste - Sensodyne

* Tummy Butter - Palmers
* Maternity Jeans - Target
* Mint Chocolate Candle - Bath & Body Works
* Eyelash Curler - Tarte
* Glitter Liner - Urban Decay
* Shame Lipstick - Urban Decay
* Holiday Essentials - Stila

What products were your favorite during the month of November??

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BEAUTY: SEPTEMBER FAVORITES

It has be A WHILE since I made my last beauty video. Browsing around my YouTube channel I noticed that my last video was posted in May, which was the month Jon and I got pregnant! I decided to give myself some momma mercies and take a little break from video making until we moved, got settled in a little, and I could get my time together. :) I'm so excited to get back into making beauty videos regularly. For this video I'm talking about some of my favorite beauty and lifestyle products for the month of September. :) And please ignore my roots! It's SO time for a dye job!



FAVORITES MENTIONED
* In the Light Eyeshadow Palette - Stila
* The Colossal Mascara - Maybelline
* Dandelion Soft-Focus Blush - Benefit Cosmetics
* Sweet Spun Sugar & Red Velvet Cupcake Candles - Target
* Tea Tree Water Toner - Lush
* Brown Sugar Lip Exfoliator - Elf
* Dry Shampoo - Psssst!
* Waterproof Clay Eyeliner - Tarte (similar)
* Coasters - Rifle Paper Co.
* Indian Coconut Nectar Perfume - Pacifica

I hope you enjoyed! Please feel free to leave suggestions for videos you'd like me to make! I'm working on my idea list and would love to hear what you want to see. :) Happy weekend, friends!!!

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FAVORITE THINGS: GIVEAWAY! (CLOSED)

Hello, friends! Happy weekend! Starting this month I will be running a monthly "Favorite Things" giveaway on the blog. This giveaway will feature favorite shops and items that I've personally used and am a HUGE fan of. I've always loved sharing things I love with you on this space, so this is a great excuse to put together a monthly giveaway! First up?? I gift bundle from Rifle Paper Co! I love their beautiful designs and products. Ever since I first came across their work in Anthropologie, I've been obsessed. We are actually giving away a huge gift bundle sponsored by Rifle Paper Co. at the Maiedae Mixer, so I thought it would be perfect to also do a giveaway here on the blog. :)

What's in the gift bundle? The winner will be able to select one iPhone case of their choice (inlay or slim, in the pattern they love the most - sizes available 4, 4s, 5), they will also receive one botanical journal in the color of their choice and a "Get it Done" notepad! I kinda wish I could win this mini loot myself! Check out how to enter below!

Giveaway Time! 
This giveaway is run through rafflecopter, with up to nine chances to enter! After one week, one winner will be selected at random and announced! Giveaway is open internationally. Winner will receive an iPhone case of their choice, a botanical journal in the color of their choice and a "Get Things Done" notepad. :) This giveaway is sponsored by the following amazing ladies: Amanda of Indiejane Photography, Sophie of Onetenzeroseven, Madison of Telling Oceans and Mariana of Behind My Desk!

Enter below using rafflecopter, there is one required entry and several ways you can enter for bonus entries! If you would like to sponsor a future Favorite Things giveaway on my blog, check out my new advertisement options! Just a heads up, the large solo feature spot is currently available!! Thanks, friends, and best of luck!

UPDATE: Congratulations to Joana Bento for winning the Rifle Paper Co. giveaway! Please contact me at Savannah@maiedae.com with your iphone case preference, journal color preference and shipping information. :)

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FANCY SHMANCY: MARCH FAVORITES VIDEO

Better late than never! Today, my sister and I are sharing our favorites for the month of March, vlog style, over on my YouTube Channel. :) We've divided our favorites up into 4 categories; including make-up, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle. We had a lot of fun picking out our favorite items from last month and can't wait to share them with you!

I loved shooting this series with my sister! I always love any time I get to spend with her. Can you believe we are 6.5 years apart?! We've talked about continuing to do more favorites videos together throughout the months. I'm already keeping my eye out for great products during the month of April. ;)



MAKE-UP
* Color Icon Blushers - Wet n Wild
* Eyeshadow Primer Potion in Sin - Urban Decay
* Naked Basics Eyeshadow Palette - Urban Decay
* Rose Salve - C.O. Bigelow
* Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick by Kate Moss - Rimmel London 
* Poppy King for J. Crew Lipstick - J. Crew

BEAUTY
* 1 Minute Mask Hair Conditioner - Vidal Sassoon
* Coconut & Honey Sugar Scrub & Sponge - J.R. Watkins
* Knotty to Nice Conditioning Detangler - Not Your Mother's
* Nail Polish - UO
* Hydrating Moisturizer - Boots

FASHION
* Midi Gold Rings - UO
* Gold Earrings - Forever21
* Glitter Sandals - Target
* Solar System Muscle Tee - Forever21

LIFESTYLE
* Keys to the Kitchen - Amazon
* Hatchi - Portable Pixels App
* Snugg iPad Case - Amazon
* We Bought a Zoo - Amazon

We'd love to know what some of your favorite products in March were! Please feel free to share below! Also, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel here to view more. :) Happy Wednesday, friends!

FANCY SHMANCY: FEBRUARY FAVORITES

1// Whole Living Magazine - I love this magazine. It's one of my all-time favorites. It's important to stay inspired to be healthy and do good things for yourself. I like to just keep this magazine by my side all day for a little light reading here and there. ;)

2// Kate Moss Lipstick - I'm always on the hunt for great lipstick. I picked up a couple tubes of Rimmel's Kate Moss lipstick to try out and was pleasantly surprised, especially by the slight berry scent. I could get used to lipsticks smelling like something other than wax and...beans. ?

3// Warby Parker - It's no secret that I truly love Warby Parker. I recently went to the eye doctor after 5 YEARS of not going. What? Anyway, I need some new frames so I can see better! I ordered a new box of home try-ons and it just reminded me of how much I love that fact that you can try on a couple pairs in the comfort of your home for free, think on it, get a couple opinions and then order the ones you like! I might need some help deciding which ones to pick!

4// Thomas O'Brien for Target Sheets - Jon and I recently bought a new sheet set for our bed. It's amazing how a new set of sheets can make your bed feel luxurious and fancy. We were just saying this morning how cozy our bed is. Love me some new sheets.

What are your February favorites??

Fancy Shmancy: A Tuesday Collection of Favorite Things 12.22.10

So my "Tuesday" collection of favorite things has turned into a "Wednesday" collection this week. We have been keeping busy with Christmas festivities and just got back from the Biltmore House. I will be sure to share some pictures soon!

1. City on the Edge of a Triangle World print by Sometimesiswirl

2. I am thinking about getting these Tuxedo Ruffle Curtains for the Studio/Guest Room.

3. I love these sweet photographs by Lola's Room.

4. I am kinda going crazy for large sparkly rings right now. Love this Double Leaf Love Ring!

5. Kimchi Blue Perforated Sued Heel in Silver

6. I think these Custom Silhouette Prints by ellothere are just gorgeous! 

Best wishes!

Fancy Shmancy: A Tuesday Collection of Favorite Things 12.14.10

With work Christmas parties, fancy dinners, Etsy packaging and shipping prep, MaieDae catch-up, re-Christmas decorating, work...I am tuckered out, but loving ♥♥♥♥♥ this December. 

1. Mason Jars are just so perfectly perfect. I love this Mason pendant light by earthseawarrior.

2. Reindeer Fair Isle Top, currently in my shopping cart. I figure this sweater will be good for the months of November-February.

3. I could just pass away for some good organization. I love this too-many-uses-to-count craft organizer at Pottery Barn.

4. Twinkle lights make everything better. 

5. Kaito would love this little kitty cabin! Best part is that it looks cute for the feng shui conscious people. 

6. I can certainly appreciate a great eye-catching cocktail ring. I love this Dara Ettinger Heather Disco Ring at Urban Outfitters. Gorgeous! 

Goodnight to all! It is way past my bedtime. 

A Wishlist of Books!

I have never been much of a heavy-duty novel reader, but I am always down for a good development, lifestyle, or craft book! Since most of these are published by Chronicle Book's, I am thinking I am in love with a new publishing company. I would love to stock my studio room with these droll-over beauties:

"An Encyclopedia of Forgotten-Yet-Delightful, Chic, Useful, Curious, and Otherwise Commendable Things from Times Gone By."

"Certain to inspire, this book from Nylon magazine features inventive street style from all over the world. Perfect for the fashion lover in your life, with blurbs about each photo and high quality heavier stock pages – perfect for flipping through again and again!"

"100 Artists Play a Collaborative Game"

The Good, The Bad, and the Barbie

"How to wear unique pieces and where to snag the best vintage in every state."

"Absolutely Everything You Need to Know"

"How to Design and Produce Your Own Book" 

"Fabulous Looks, Beauty Essentials, and Life Lessons for Loving Your Teens and Twenties"

"25 Charming Gifts, Accents, and Accessories to Make from Paper"

"The art of making a living in a cubicle without losing the passion to create"

"A rolling pin, a robot, a pickle, a water tower, a hammock, a wasp, a safety pin, a kiss"

"This highly visual compendium showcases the best, most thought provoking, and downright weirdest fanzines ever produced"

Fancy Shmancy: A Tuesday Collection of Favorite Things 12.7.10

This week's Fancy Shmancy is filled with glitz and beautiful pops of color!

1. You Simply Glow print by Jessica Swift

2. I used to collect marbles when I was little and this made me want to restart my collection. 

3. Jonathan Adler on Happy Chic: Colors, what is better than a hot cocoa and a good interior design inspiration book?!

4. What is better than a vintage shop? A vintage shop on wheels! I love this amazingly adorable business by Vanessa & Dan called Wanderlust. 

5. Yes, please! I will take one in every color!

6. I love sugar, which naturally would mean that I love Jones Soda! I have never gotten brave enough to try any of their "Thanksgiving flavors", but seriously soda pop is so much better in a glass bottle. 

7. Kurt Halsey has been one of my most favorite artists and inspiration for years. I adore his work. I would love to own an original painting of his one day. This one is called: So much Greener in the Dark.

8. Ughh! I could pass away these are so adorable. I have always secretly wanted those little ruby flats inspired by The Wizard of Oz, but these knock-your-socks-off-heals are a much more grown-up glam version, wouldn't you say? Perfect for a holiday party?

9. Not only am I in love with this photograph and her vibrant red lips, but this whole Ruche holiday lookbook is stunning.