Sun-kissed Skin

My current summer obsession: sun-kissed skin.
However, I don't always have the time to lay out at the pool or vacation to the beach.

Here are some of my favorite bronzing products that I use daily to achieve a natural-looking glow in no time:

Jergen's Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer
I love this stuff. I use it a couple times a week to keep a healthy, natural-looking tanned tone to my skin. It comes in two different kinds: revitalizing and firming. I have the firming because.. well.. why not be a little more firm.

Avon Glow Bronzing Pearls
I love this bronzer! The different shades of the bronzer pearls make for a perfectly natural, even-toned, sun-kissed glow for all complexions.

Used Avon Bronzing Pearls on my face; Jergens Daily Glow
used every other day on my arms

Banana Boat Summer Color Self-Tanning Mist
If you're going out on the town or the beach and you need a quick sun solution-- this should be your go-to. When I first got it, I was worried it would streak, but alas: it didn't! The best part about this Banana Boat mist is that it comes out clear. The color doesn't show up for an hour or so, so it doesn't get on your clothes.

What are your favorite sun-kissed skin solutions?

Guess What?

What do all of these celebs have in common...

Take a guess, and keep coming back to GJU. Have something good in the works.

Happy Tuesday <3

Loves Me Knot

Some days, I like to go casual. Believe it or not, I am a huge fan of bummin' it. Sweats, shorts, loose tops, and messy hair are all in my comfort zone.

When I'm home on the weekends and need to run some errands, I often don't want (am too lazy) to change out of my comfy clothes.

Alas, I am problem solver. Adding a statement accessory effortlessly elevates the look.

Last Sunday, I found myself in this situation. I had on a cozy J. Crew sweatshirt and gym shorts. It was little too suspect/the morning after/SWF for running errands. To make it more appropriate, I swapped the gym shorts for white shorts, and added a statement knot necklace.

Allow me to clarify.. it's totally fine to bum it, and run errands in gym clothes. I do it often. But on those days when I feel like making a shlumpy outfit look a little less shlumpy, this is how I do it.

Make it your own:
Sweatshirt: J. Crew, $39.99
Shorts: J. Crew, $45
Necklace: Target
Sandals: Rainbow (in Espresso), $48.95
Bracelet: Gift (hand made beading from Africa!)

Happy Tuesday, peeps.

Double Take

Wellllll hello. Hope you all had a great weekend! It was perfect weather in Baltimore over the weekend, so I was able to catch up on some much needed time outside.

Beautiful weather calls for effortless sundresses. Here are the two dresses I wore on Friday and Saturday:

Notice anything about them? They're actually the same Target sundress, just in different colors! The dress came in 5 or 6 different patterns/color choices. When I tried it on, I loved the fit (and was in my price range) so I ended up grabbing two. (I tend to do that often, actually. If something fits well, I jump on it.)

There's multiple reasons why I love this dress. The vibrant colors. The sweetheart corset top. The exposed zipper back. The double pockets. The soft cotton/linen blend fabric. The length (it goes right to the knee, so it's a flattering cut/fit on most body types).

So--- If you're in the market for a new sundress to add to your collection, I highly recommend picking up one of these from Target. 

Make it your own:

Dress 1, $24.99

Dress 2, $24.99

So tell me, what did you wear to your weekend BBQs?

Summer Snapshots

Some recent photos...

Make it your own:

Photo 1: Black Dress, Target; Necklaces, LOFT

Photo 2: Pattern Dress, c/o mark

Photo 3: Black Dress, Target; Necklace, LOFT

Photo 4: Floral Dress, J. Crew; Earrings, gift

Photo 5: White Top, Abercrombie & Fitch- 3 or 4 years ago; Cardigan, Nordstrom; Capris, J. Crew (have had for 5 or 6 years!), Sandals and Necklace, LOFT

Black, White, Bowtie

I was playing around on Pinterest this weekend and stumbled across this chic look from fellow fashion blogger Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific. I really love how she paired this white top with an oversized bow, black mini and two-toned pumps!

If you've been a GJU reader for a while, this outfit may look familiar! You may remember a similar ensemble I pulled together a few months ago in this blog post. These pieces are from my favorite consignment boutique, Wear It's At.

Is this an outfit you would wear? How would you style a tux-like, bow-tie top?

Maxi Mayhem

When you feel good in what you wear, it makes you happy. Well, this dress makes me happy. Pics for proof:

Easy summer makeup

I whip my hair back and forth...

Loving my new bronzer and lipstain

Just call me "Tarzan"

Thought this was one had cool movement to it... So did the Tarzan shot!

I'm really digging maxi dresses this summer. They're comfortable, easy to wear, and great for the day-to-evening transition. This maxi dress is on my favorites because I love the bright pattern! 

Make it your own:

Hamptons Maxi Dress: c/o mark $35

Bag: Longchamp $125
Sandals: Target (Similar) $14.99
Lipstain: c/o mark $11
Bronzer: c/o Avon $11
Watch: Michael Kors $250