Pick A Color, Any Color

Is it just me or do you ever feel like getting a little crazy with your nail polish?  I have SO MANY nail polishes and sometimes I just get the urge to wear all of them at the same time.  

Obviously this is not realistic, but the other day, I decided to do something I don't normally do. I painted each of my nails a different color. Now, I know this is nothing revolutionary (I mean, what 10 year old doesn't try this at least a few times), but it's not so common among us twenty-something year olds. But why shouldn't it be? Sure, it may look a little bit crazy but so what? It's fun and colorful and it makes me feel like a kid again.   

I could have chosen my nail colors completely at random from my giant bucket of polishes, but I decided to pick out ten more fall-type colors and choose at random from those.  

I think my nails turned out pretty cool, and choosing from a set selection of colors I knew would kind of work together helped make the look not so...out there. 

Essie "Bahama Mama", Essie "No
More Film", Sephora by OPI "Leaf
Him", Revlon "Midnight",
Essie "Mochacino"

OPI "Purple with a Purpose",
Essie "The Lace is On",
Revlon "Stormy Night", Forever 21,
Covergirl "Seared Bronze"

          









Do you like this look?  Let me know what other crazy nail looks you are into lately!

Why October is Really the "Most Wonderful Time of the Year"

Is it just me or is October one of the absolute best months of the year?  I mean, come on! Here in New York, at least, there is no denying that there is just something wonderfully special about October. 

Now, I know what you're thinking: "October = the true beginning of pumpkin EVERYTHING and that's why it's the best."  Well, I know I might get some serious hate for saying this *braces herself* but in all honesty, I hate (OK, hate is a bit strong), I really dislike pumpkin things.  Don't get me wrong, I am all for pumpkin picking and hay rides and carving out the big beauty that you picked out at the pumpkin farm.  All I'm saying is that I am so not a fan of pumpkin candles, lattes, muffins, cookies...you name it, there's probably some pumpkin-related version of it. 

So then why do I love October so much? Well for starters, the weather is that perfect mix of not too hot but not quite chilly enough to need a serious coat.  In addition, the actual air feels different in October.  It's more crisp, more clean. 

It may seem obvious, but just look at all of the gorgeous leaves changing color in October! It's unlike anything else, and constantly takes my breath away.  This weekend, my boyfriend and I decided to go on a little bike ride around my neighborhood (side note, October = amazing bike riding weather) and I was so content to soak in the sunshine, the fresh air, and the beautiful scenery.  

For some reason, October makes me feel as though life has a "fresh start" in a way that none of the other seasons do. There is just something about those clear skies, freshly fallen leaves, and cozy new wardrobe that I embrace with open arms as the beginning of fall sets in.

So often, the world tries to rush us through life, marking the changing seasons by the next big holiday. I challenge you this fall to stop and enjoy this amazing time of the year. To welcome the change of season, and use it as an excuse to begin anew. You just might be happily surprised with what you discover about yourself and about the world.

Let me know what you love about October, and what new things you are learning about this most wonderful time of the year!