HAPPY BIRTHDAY GLOSSYBOX! Glossybox is celebrating their “first year of beauty” with a special box curated with some of their fave products with a little nod to their hometown of NYC! Here’s what I got this month:

Amorepacific Color Control Cushion Compact: This Color Control Cushion Compact is a multitasking wonder. It contains powerful broad-spectrum SPF protection to combat free radicals, deep hydration for replenished skin, and complete coverage for smooth skin all in one lightweight, portable compact. My thoughts: I REALLY wanted to love this because it just seemed so dang fun to apply. All of the product is in a little sponge inside the container so you dab just the amount you need and swipe. I really liked how it looked but sadly, the color I received was too dark for me. And also, it was just too perfumed for my sensitive skin. boo.

Nicka K New York Absolute! Perfume Stick: Absolute! Solid Perfumes embody the spirit and passion of New York, the city that never sleeps. Escape the everyday with evocative scents, both refined and seductive, and each with a different secret to discover. Parceled in beautiful, boutique-inspired packaging, these addictive perfumes are perfectly sized to slip into your purse and transform your world. My thoughts: Another super fun way to apply a product. I’ve always been intrigued by solid perfume sticks. This scent was a little musky for me…smelled a bit like an incense. Now if it was a gardenia scent, we would be golden.

être belle Collagen & Aloe Vera Hydro Mask: This restructuring and moisturizing Collagen & Aloe Vera mask provides skin with an extreme moisture boost that improves elasticity and promotes hydration. My thoughts: One of my faves from this box. I’ve been really into masks lately and this one is no exception. Feels like a spa treatment at home!

My Multi-Purpose Mattifying Moisturizer: My Prime’s lightweight moisturizer packs a double punch with intense hydration and superior anti-aging benefits while delivering a flawless, matte finish. It also doubles as a primer that keeps your makeup on all day long. My thoughts: I’ve tried many primers but none that were a moisturizer/primer combo. So far I really like this one.

Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray: The Volupt Spray is a volume-building spray gel with the cushion particle technology that best combines full volume and sensual softness. Shake well to activate its two-phase for- mula and spray on damp hair. Blowdry for extra body or air-dry to enhance waves and curls. My thoughts: Gel just reminds me of back in the day when I would put it in my permed curled hair and have crispy ends that you could scrunch later in the day and have a nice white powdery residue….lol. I haven’t tried this yet….and I’m sure it does not do what my old cheap gel used to do. But I just don’t really use gel to style my hair these days. Do any of you?

European Wax Center Slow It Body Wash: Prevents ingrown hair, leaves skin clear, deters bumps and blemishes while hydrating the skin. My thoughts: Haven’t tried this one yet either. Thankfully, I don’t really get ingrown hairs so not a problem for me.

European Wax Center The Exfoliate: This refines and polishes your skin without any harsh abrasives. Tip: use it before manicures & pedicures. My thoughts: Now this, I like! I only wish I got a bigger sample. A gentle exfoliant…perfect if you have sensitive skin like me.

*Disclaimer: I received this Glossybox gratis. To learn more about Glossybox or to join, click here. Use code LOVE to get a free gift with your order through 06/16/13.

1. Home Depot Gift Card 2. Ray-ban Folding Aviators 3. 6 Piece Bar Tool Kit 4. Piperlime Poplin Shirt 5. Shutterfly Photo Book (image on left via piperlime website)

I mentioned in yesterday’s blog post that my husband surprised me with a Kate Spade clutch for Mother’s Day…thanks to the coupon code I gave him from RetailMeNot.com. So since Father’s Day is right around the corner (June 16th), I thought I would share some of my fave RetailMeNot coupons with you!

HOME DEPOT: Get $5 off $50 sitewide with code HDDAD5 (ends 06/12/13). I don’t know about your husband, but I think mine makes up excuses to buy new tools at Home Depot at least every other weekend.

BED, BATH & BEYOND: 20% off one item sitewide with email sign-up (no end date listed). Bed, Bath & Beyond has SO many fun gadgets. I am actually buying this 6 piece bar tool kit for my husband for Father’s Day. We don’t have a muddler so my poor husband has been making our mojitos with the end of a rolling pin. LOL.

PIPERLIME: 20% off Men’s Items + Free Shipping with code GIFT (hurry, ends 06/07/13). Classic Ray-ban’s look great on almost everyone. A perfect gift idea!

SHUTTERFLY: Save up to 50% on photo books (limited time offer) and free shipping on $30+ with code SHIP30 (ends 07/01/13). Also, new members get 50 FREE 4×6 prints when you sign up. I am having new pics printed of eep (my son) for my husband’s office.

RetailMeNot makes it easy to shop with a Father’s Day deal page that offers coupons, discounts and deals on all sorts of things…including electronics, home improvement, clothing and so much more! And don’t forget to enter the RetailMeNot Father’s Day Golf Club Giveaway while you are there (or you can click the image below).

Disclosure: Please note that this post is sponsored by RetailMeNot. As always, all opinions are my own.

The second I laid eyes on this clutch, I knew it had to be mine. It is a CA license plate (albeit faux) with the month of May and the year 1993. I am born and raised in CA, my birthday is in May AND I graduated high school in the year 1993. Can you say “meant to be”? It is definitely a splurge but my husband got it for me as a combined bday/mother’s day gift (and I also managed to give him a not so subtle hint about the great 15% off code I found on RetailMeNot.com)! Speaking of high school, my 20 year reunion is next month. Still haven’t decided if I will go. I’m thinking it will be a game day decision. =)

Outfit Details:
Jcrew Factory Anchor Sweater (sold out)
Lucca Couture Scalloped Shorts (similar)
Kate Spade Road Trip License Plate Clutch
Steve Madden Sandals
Michael Kors Runway Watch

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I have been a LONG time fan of Jigsaw London, especially their green label collection that is manufactured locally in Los Angeles, CA. Their knit pieces (like the dress I’m wearing) are perfect for days when I am running errands all day and want to be comfortable AND look cute! Seriously…this dress is soft enough to sleep in too! =) And don’t even get me started with this bag. It is so pretty that I kept prancing around in front of my husband squealing ….”isn’t it beeeeauuuuutiful”??? And the sides have real zippers that can be zipped for more of a tote look (although I like it unzipped for more room and the trapeze look). LOVE!

Outfit Details:
Relaxed Rolled Sleeve Dress c/o Jigsaw London
Knotted Waist Belt c/o Jigsaw London
Swept Away Convertible Bag c/o Jigsaw London
Sam Edelman Wedges
Loft Bracelet
Coraggio Druzy Heart Necklace c/o Massi

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I bought these shorts kind of knowing they probably wouldn’t be the most flattering shorts but I LOVED the print so much (and the price) that I had to have them. My husband called me swiss miss all day but all I could think of was that I looked like one of the bugs from  “A Bug’s Life”. The flaps on the sides look like ladybug wings or something. LOL. Also, removed the statement necklace after snapping these pics. A little too business on top and casual on the bottom.

Outfit Details:
Old Navy Blouse
Forever21 Shorts
Target Flats
Forever21 Necklace