Closets&Drawers: 2015

Review: The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam and Light Oil

Thursday, May 14, 2015

For a while now I had been in a battle with myself about buying new cleanser. I really hadn't made up my mind and one day while I was browsing through some TONYMOLY products I came across The Face Shop. I had read and some friends had also told me that Korean beauty products are amazing and I was going to try this out for myself.

I read such great reviews for The Face Shop that I had finally made my choice for a cleanser. Magically Mother's Day was just around the corner and I gave my husband some options of what I wanted as a gift. I was thrilled to open my gift that day and find just what I wanted. Bam! Right there were my cleansers.

He got me the foam cleanser and the light oil cleanser. I put them to use that very night before I went to bed. First I used the oil which has a very pleasant scent. I pumped some of the oil onto to a cotton ball (the pump feature is perfect, gives you the amount you want) and started dabbing and wiping my eyes on which most of the time I have heavy eyeliner or mascara. With just a few dabs the heavy makeup that I was wearing that day were simply coming off. After I was done the oil left the area super hydrated.

After I was done with cleaning my eyes I was ready to use the foam cleanser for the rest of my face. The foam cleanser is like a lotion. I put a dab on my hands and added a bit of water then just went straight to my face. Gave my face a few rubs with it and then rinsed it off with lukewarm water. When I dried off my face I was so happy with the result. My face was so hydrated, smelled great and overall was so soft. That's what I was so pleased with the most, well, of course the being clean but more about the softness.

My results for this product are nothing but positive. I love how clean it makes my face feel and how soft it is on my skin. Afterwards it leaves my face with a certain glow that I also adore. I would definitely recommend these cleansers. I LOVE them! Have I said that I love them? They have now become a part of my daily cleansing routine. I still have yet to try out the cleansing milk but that will be perfect for another day to review.

I can't wait to read your comments and let me know what you think of this product if you have used it or are planning on using it. Have a great one!

casual

You make me happy, when skies are gray.

Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Hey, hey! We're back to fashion today. Hopefully you all enjoyed my last post on my night out. Anyway...today's OOTD is very simple. You could say it's somewhat festival inspired. I always like to keep my outfits simple, I don't care if they are casual, dressy or anything for that matter. I've always believed that less is more.

This simple gray sleeveless dress is perfect for when the days get a lot warmer. It keeps you fresh and looks great. Paired it with some nude sandals and a couple of accessories, like the fedora that gives it that extra dash of chicness to the outfit.

Keeping today's outfit very simple. Let me know your thoughts and lookout for the next post!

You make me happy, when skies are gray. by elisabethzm featuring rag & bone

5 Rabbit Brewery

A night out at the Cerveceria.

Friday, April 24, 2015

Last night my husband and I decided to go out. It has been the first time we've been out since our son was born. To tell you the truth, it felt weird, lol. I hadn't been out in long time and drinking was definitely out of the question so doing all of this was kind of new to me again, nevertheless...I did enjoy it.

My husband is a beer enthusiast. He loves everything about it and has passed on some of that love to me as well. We've home-brewed together and have gone on beer shopping sprees. You could say that the love of beer always brings us together.

Every week or so we buy our stash of craft beers for the week. We make a very varied selection so we can give our palates a party. On one of these shopping sprees we came across 5 Rabbit Cerveceria and we fell in love. We fell even more in love when we found out that the brewery was only a few minutes drive away. Located in Bedford Park, Illinois. We were taken by surprise by all the names that they had given to their beer. Being Mexican we were instantly hooked with the names and the ingredients that they used. All of this leads to my first visit to the brewery yesterday.

As I walked in the first thing that greeted me was the smell of tacos. A small taquero stand because it was Taco Thursday. Every Thursday from 4pm-10pm. We made our way into the Rabbit Hole. I was greeted and asked if I wanted a flight and immediately without hesitation I said yes. We took our seats as I waited for this beautiful rainbow of deliciousness to take its place in-front of me. I was given the 5 Rabbit Golden Ale, Cerveza Especial, Gringolandia Magnifica Wheat, 5 Grass Hoppy Ale, 5 Vulture Oaxacan Style Ale and the Paleta Fruty Wheat. I didn't now where to start so I just went from right to left.

The 5 Rabbit had a great bitter taste. This was my favorite out of al six. It was the first one I drank but I wish it was the last one so I could of savored it more. The Cerveza Especial was too sweet for my taste but that's just me. I just like a more strong or bitter beer. The Gringolandia was light and not too overpowering. 5 Grass was also one of my favorites, gotta love the hops. The 5 Vulture was interesting with a toasted taste that was very pleasing and last the Paleta. The Paleta is made from Guava or Guayaba which I am not a fan of. I took one for the team and gave it a try. You would think that a pink brew would be weird or super sweet but this was just perfect, just fruity enough.

I was tasting all this wonderfulness while listening to great songs Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, Soda Stereo and everything in between. People around that made it feel very home like. A great atmosphere you could say that felt like family. Very comfortable space to talk and spend a great time.

There is a little corner of merchandise where you can purchase t-shirts, glasses and more. And of course you can buy their beer there as well. Overall this was a great night, great service and great quality. I had a great time with my husband and enjoyed great tasting beer. This will be one of many more visits to come. I highly recommend it.

At the end we made a little purchase for out beer library. Cheers!

chic

Style Inspiration: Mary-Kate Olsen

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

As a kid I always grew up watching and admiring the Olsen twins. Watching their show and singing their songs and trying to be like them. As they grew up they continued on and each aquired their own sense of style. Everyone has their favorite twin and for me that's Mary-Kate.

I simply love her carefree and effortless sense of style. From boho to minimalistic, she simply does everything perfect. She puts together outfits with pieces that sometimes you wouldn't even think to put together.

I seem to draw some of my inspiration for my own outfits from her, of course I wish I had her wardrobe but that would be impossible, lol. Here is a small style appreciation post for Mary-Kate with some of my favorite outfits.

I would love to hear from you, let me know who inspires your style.

fashion

All about the Waist

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

I always seem to be inspired by something when I try and put an outfit together. Today it seemed to be the waist. I'm a fan of high waisted pants, skirts, basically anything. I feel like they give a much better silhouette and show off you amazing figure!

I went with these navy blue pants. I added the white short sleeve button down that also ties around the waist. Makes it more feminine and fun and less serious. Perfect for a day out. The colors kind of remind me of a sailor outfit, lol. I added other white elements and some beautiful gold ones. My favorite are the platforms! They are stunning. The shiny gold definitely give off that 70's feel to it.

Let me know what your thoughts are on this outfit! :)

All about the Waist by elisabethzm featuring a white blouse

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Gray Scale

Thursday, April 02, 2015

That mixed feeling everyone has on a Thursday, almost Friday but not yet! It seems to be like it's going to be a rainy day here in Chicago so I decided to make a post that is inspired on the gray sky that I'm basically looking at now, lol.

A more casual outfit today just perfect for getting ready for the weekend. A lose fitting shirt that can definitely make you feel the breeze. The white skinny jeans because I didn't want to use blue jeans, this is because I wanted the shirt to stand out. If I had used the blue jeans it would of gotten lost and it would of just seemed like a blue blob.

I added casual gray and white accessories to match the outfit. The gray and white sneakers make the outfit casual and somewhat sporty as well. This outfit just seems so fresh and clean (insert Outkast song here).

Getting ready for the weekend has never felt so good! Have a great one everyone. Let me know what you think!

Gray Scale by elisabethzm featuring a fringe purse

90's

Anything for Selena

Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Who doesn't know Selena? At least everyone I know definitely knows who she is. As a child a grew up hearing her songs and always trying to dance like her. One of the greatest artist of Tejano or Tex-Mex music. Tragically all of that came to an end with a deadly shot 20 years ago today.

I have a special spot for Selena in my hear because being a latino girl she was and will be a role model and someone to look up to. She made it, she made it big and she gave hope for the rest of us. we could be and do anything we set out minds to.

Here is a small appreciation post for the loved Selena. Her love of fashion was definitely present. Many years have passed and many more will pass and you will always be here.

"Be strong minded and always think that the impossible is possible"

-Selena Quintanilla

1971-1995