Pinky's up! Happy Birthday Besties!!

8.18.13.

I am dedicating a SPECIAL post to two of my besties...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOVES!!

Sometimes I still think it's amazing how two of my best friends are only born a day apart...coincidence much??

While one of my bff's is far, far away, thankfully my other biffle is right here at home with me! As it is a very special birthday year, we celebrated in the best way that any classy lady could...with Tea Time!

Tucked away in Manoa Valley,  the Wai'oli Tea Room is where families, couples or girlfriend gatherings are a norm, especially on the weekends. As sophisticated ladies, we decided to celebrate our friend's birthday with tea & lovely tea foods!

Favorites were the Lilikoi Cream Puffs & the Chipotle Veggie Wraps!!

For more details visit their website (linked above).

Pinky's up!

xoxo,

~carlykins

Wednesday Wisdom - #ROAR

8.14.13.

Take some advice from the fabulous KP.

Don't let others hold you back from being the real you.

#ROAR

xoxo

~carlykins

How-to Tuesday - Shark (Week) Nails

8.13.13.

I know, I know, Shark Week was last week.

But I just had to share this fabulous mani that I am totally in LOVE with at the moment!

nom nom nom

Want to find out how I created this monster?

Check out this awesome tutorial by nail/makeup/fashion guru Miss Jen!

Have you done any nail art recently? Tried this shark inspired look?

Show me! I'd love to see your creativity!

xoxo

~carlykins

Manic Monday - Tony Moly!!

8.12.13.

Hello again! I know I've been MIA >.<

But while I've been away I have discovered some new inspiration for some blog posts--yay!

I have recently stumbled across THE cutest brand of cosmetics that I can easily get my hands on...

TONY MOLY!!

My bestie recently gave me a bunch of products from TM & I am totally in LOVE!!

Petite Bunny Gloss Bars (~$7)

This product is ADORABLE!! Easy to tote around in any bag & the product itself isn't so bad. Not as moisturizing as I would prefer, but the color pigmentation of the darker shades is good--lasts for most of the day! These are also (fruit?) scented & taste pretty good too :) In my opinion, packaging cuteness factor plays a major role in my decision to repurchase--I mean, how can you resist?!

Mini Bunny Hand Cream (~$12)

On the TonyMoly Hawaii site these two travel sized hand creams come as a set! I found that I personally like the pink, "Sweet Pink" hand cream was my favorite out of the two--smells deliciously floral & kind of reminds me of Philosophy's Love Sweet Love scented products. The "Warm Beige" has more of a gardenia flower-like scent, which I still like; I did find that the consistency of this hand cream seemed more viscous/liquid-y than the "Sweet Pink" hand cream...weird? I don't think this is as moisturizing as other hand creams I've tried (i.e., Soap & Glory's Hand Food) but what I did like about this was that it didn't leave my hands sticky and of course the scent was amazing to me! I would def repurchase this!

Pocket Bunny Mist (~$10)

Another amazingly CUTE product!! ...not quite "pocket-sized" but def worth throwing in a small purse! I am also not sure if this really works. It is refreshing to spray on midday but I don't think there is much other benefit. While I would like to repurchase (mainly for cuteness factor again), I don't think I would unless I was willing to treat myself to spend :)

**Just FYI, prices are approximate based on what I could find via Amazon/online; typically Amazon prices are more reasonable, but be prepared to pay a hefty shipping fee!**

If you haven't heard of TM, check them out! They have lots of other cute animal themed products!

Have you come across any other brands that you would recommend? I'd love to heard about them!

xoxo

~carlykins

July Wishlist

Wishlist Wednesday

A list that will probably be the most lust-worthy to date. *le sigh*

1. I'm ready to move out!...but honestly & realistically, I am in no financial state to do so. Boo. But a girl can dream about owning her own place... Development in downtown Honolulu has been booming especially in the Kaka'ako area & I wish I could say all in! This one looks particularly fabulous & would be insanely convenient for where I currently work...plus, no traffic worries!

A rendition of a potential view of Diamond Head off in the distance...but look at that price tag, yowza--what a life!

(Symphony Honolulu)

2. I have only come to realize how special every M.A.C. collection & collaboration is...or maybe that just shows how much of a "consumer" I really am haha. Circa 2005-2006 M.A.C. paired up with Disney and released a small collection of lip conditioners that some refer to as "tint toons". These were later followed by a collection of Villain-inspired products. I remember seeing this particular Miss Bunny lip conditioner listed in a magazine back in the day...but sadly it was too late for me to get my hands on this product :(

(PC: Flickr)

3. Rose gold (anything) is my newest obsession. So it was no surprise that the minute I saw these Frends headphones, I WANTED. While the price tag is comparable to other popular brands like Beats by Dre, I wonder if it matches in terms of quality & performance... this would def be a very fashionable & functional accessory, which may lead me to cave eventually. Perhaps I will save up & treat myself around the holidays ;)

(Taylor, Frends, $199.00)

4. I have been on the hunt for one of these olive, utility jackets for a while...I think my want for one of these arose as a result of Bella Swan's style in the Twilight movies (Something Clever: A Fashion Blog has a great summary of Twilight fashion here). However, the urge to buy this type of outwear laid dormant for a bit until I saw Holly Ann-Aeree's most recent outfit of the day post! So the Googling began & I stumbled across this gem of a blogger who has fabulous style, Tanfizzle! ...and so I fell in LOVE with this particular olive, utility jacket; who doesn't love pieces that are 2-in-1?! Sadly this is far outside of my price range so I'm looking for some cheaper alternatives...any ideas?

(PC: Tanfizzle)

PJK Patterson J. Kincaid x the man repeller Lost Boys Utility Jacket
(Revolve Clothing, $348.00)


5. ...and of course my wishlist would not be complete without a pair of shoes...& Chanel's espadrilles take the cake! One of the hottest trends of the summer & I WANT...I think I would go for the black/white combo since I don't think I can pull off these bold colors like blogger Aimee Song...too bad I can't have...

Chanel Canvas Espadrille Shoes
(As seen on Song of Style)

6. I decided to add one more wish to the list this month because I desperately want to travel & live in wanderlust! ...and of course to travel fashionably, you need a great suitcase!!

The Anna Sui for Tumi (Super leger international carry-on; $395) is the perfect carry-on for those wanderlust adventures--fun, flirty & feminine! Sadly, I can't find anywhere to purchase this from anymore :( ...& I really wish I could have the entire fabulous collection! haha :)
(Article by Seventeen Magazine)

As you can see, all are definite wishes. Would you purchase any of these?

What's on your wishlist?

...perhaps one of these days I can make one of them true :)



xoxo
~carlykins

Sneak Peek - D.I.Y. Summer Espadrille

7.11.13.

I am currently working a D.I.Y. project that I am very much excited to complete...& it's quite thrifty in my opinion :) I thought I was a genius for coming up with this idea (I know, how selfish of me haha), but there are lots of fabulous tutorials/blog posts out there that I received tips from...

Since it's still a matter of gathering materials & prep work I can only leave you with a teensy sneak peek of what I am attempting to create :)

**HINT: it has EVERYTHING to do with espadrille flats & my fav letter C**

*check out my labels/tags for more hints*

As this is one of the hottest trends of the summer, I purchased these, which are currently on sale at Target (prices vary; $19.99 online)

Any ideas as to how I might c's the d.i.y.? :)

How would you vamp up these espadrilles, or would you?

Hope you enjoyed this sneak peek...I'd love to hear your ideas!

xoxo

~carlykins

P.S. - for those in America or wherever there are 7-11's...

don't forget to go & get your free slurpees! Perfect for these super hot summer days! :)

This Bunnie is back!

7.10.13.

This Bunnie is back after a short hibernation :) yay!

Here's a bit of Wednesday Wisdom that I whole-heartedly believe in.


Life is funny sometimes.

...things happen when you least expect them...

...often because they appear to be seemingly insignificant.

(Pinterest)

xoxo

~carlykins