This, my friends, isn't a bunch of hocus pocus. It's a legit beauty must-have that every girl needs to look spellbinding. I have used C.O. Bigelow's Dr. Galen Herbal Skin Tonic for years as my go-to, skin clearing toner and it has never failed me–hence its description as a magic potion. While working at Bath and Body Works in college, we started carrying the C.O. Bigelow line and I instantly fell in love. As a broke college kid, nothing was more bank-breaking for me than working at the mall AND at a store that sold candles, lotions and potions of all kinds. So like any girl, I dove into the brand and tried each product that I could.

Back to the product at hand, Dr. Galen Herbal Skin Tonic. Regardless of what skincare you use, I've always incorporated this toner into my beauty routine. Formulated for normal to oily skin, this tonic is comprised of witch hazel, rosemary and clary sage extracts and exfoliating salicylic acid that helps to refresh your skin in the most amazing way. When applied, you feel it immediately clear out your pores, leaving behind a cool, clean and refreshed appearance. No tricks here!

I've struggled with redness, psoriasis and little bouts of acne for years (haven't we all!?) and this is the one product that I'll never stray from. I've already got two of my co-workers using it and they are in love too. So maybe it is a potion, carefully crafted of course by one of the nation's oldest apothecary brands. Give it a try and you won't be disappointed. After all, ghoulish skin is only appropriate one time of year.

Linking up with: The Mummy Chronicles | The Posh Pair | Design Life Diaries | Transatlantic Blonde | Rhea et Cetera | Shopping My Closet | The Pleated Poppy

Lately, every morning I find myself whining silently, or sometimes not so silently, "I have NOTHING to wear." Yeah, we've all been there. I sit there and stare blankly at a closet filled with beautiful clothes and say this, when it all actuality, the problem is that I have creative block when it comes to putting new outfits together. We'll just say my fashion canvas is blank. Whether it's the changing weather or my desire to keep my summer and fall items in my rotation a bit longer, I have little outfit inspiration these days. So I decide to combat this by going back to the basics–simple color combos, fun jewelry and of course fabulous shoes help me get through these conundrums.

After whining to the only person awake–my dog, Lola–I managed to rummage through sweaters to find one I forgot I purchased a little while back. I had been looking for a wine colored, waffle knit sweater for some time and thankfully found one at Express. Definitely a great buy if you're looking for something cozy! Paired with a matching lace tank, black coated denim and a new favorite neutral, leopard, I managed to leave the house looking put together.

Let's be honest, I was two seconds from wearing my bath robe into the office if I hadn't found this outfit. My co-workers can thank me later. Ha!


Linking up with: Indufinitely Me | Mama & More | Style Elixir | Fashion Canvas | Living in Color | Bless Her Heart Y'all | 2 Cats & Chloe | Why I Do deClaire | Rhea et Cetera |

If you've been reading along, you are familiar with the story of my sister who passed away from acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) at the age of 14 in March of 2011. While undergoing treatment, it was her wish to give back to people in our community who had been so generous to her, and our family, while she was sick. Unfortunately, she was unable to fulfill this dream herself, which is why we founded the Bailey R. Moore Foundation–an established 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization–in her honor. Through this foundation, we work to provide as many students from my hometown as we can with $1,000 scholarships.

Anyone who met my sister felt an immediate connection to her. During her entire illness she maintained her bright and vibrant personality that she was known for and inspired others to “Be More”. This mantra, along with her signature phrase “Let it Go” has been instilled in the foundation and our work. This was her phrase long before the movie Frozen. Ha!

Each fall we do a fundraiser to help build the scholarship fund and this year was no exception. We held the annual B Moore Fashion Show and Luncheon on Sunday, October 19, and were able to raise enough money through t-shirt sales and donations to keep the Foundation progressing forward and growing. We even had a local boutique, Satori Crystal Boutique, that generously brought their fall items to showcase alongside the Bailey-gear, and also donated 25% of their proceeds to the Foundation. We know Bailey would have LOVED to see where we have taken her dream and I'm proud of the work we've been able to accomplish in just four short years.

At the end of the event, we always launch balloons to celebrate another fundraising event, and this year was no exception. After we got everything packed up, we went outside to launch our balloons and congratulate each other on another job well done. Don't worry, I made sure the balloons were biodegradable too!


Linking up with: Fashionista Momma | Watch Out for the Woestmans | Cha Cha the Fashion Genius | Pink Sole | Fizz & Frosting | Join the Gossip | I Have a Degree in This | Life of Meg | More Pieces of Me | On the Daily Express | Still Being Molly

Last week I had the pleasure of using some vacation days to take a week off of work. While most of the week was spent running errands, Jarrod and I did get the opportunity to go to our favorite apple orchard, Anderson Orchard.

Remember when Kacie and I talked about taking quick pictures on our lunch break? Yeah, this is another one of those moments were we ran outside, took pictures, scarfed down our food and went about our work day again. To say we are EXCELLENT multi-taskers would be an understatement. In fact, we actually ran outside after going to Bath and Body Works to grab some candles, Trader Joe's to pick up some snacks, Target to grab a few things and then came back to the office–all with 15 minutes to spare. Yeah, we're speedy, what can I say.

Can I also say comment that this scarf is SO comfortable? If all plaid is this comfortable I may end up looking like a picnic table because I'll totally blanket myself in it–in the most fashionable way possible of course. When I first bought this blanket scarf from Stacy Brown Designs, I was in love with the plaid print, but more so the adorable monogram. I never thought I'd want to wear monogrammed items, but I've definitely changed my mind. I can't wait to wear this with scarf with more stuff this fall and winter!

What are have been your go-to pieces during fall?


Linking up with: Bless Her Heart Y'all | 2 Cats and Chloe | Walking in Memphis in High Heels | The Fashion Canvas | Mama & More | Mums' Days | Why I Do deClaire | Induffinitely Me | Style Elixir | The Mummy Chronicles | Posh Pair | Design Life Diaries | Shopping My Closet | Rhea et Cetera | The Pleated Poppy | Living in Color Style | Stylin in St Louis | Sincerely Jenna Marie | Perfectly Coutured | White Coat Wardrobe | I'm Perfectly Human | Mix & Match Fashion | Penniless Socialite | The Tiny Heart | Sequins & Style | That's So Crystal | Twenties Girl Style