Has anyone been into American Eagle lately?! I must admit the last time I’ve entered the store is probably circa 2005 when it was the only store other than A&F I would consider being seen in. Over the weekend my sister came home with bags full of AE finds that were adorable and post-college appropriate. Immediately I checked out the old familiar website and was pleasantly surprised with all the looks. Although the branching out to other brands was completely necessary after high school to define a more personal style, it is nice to reconnect with classic favorites.

[images via AE]

A few weeks ago I randomly decided to pick up Nars “Heat Wave” after a few laps around Sephora convincing myself $24 was acceptable to spend on something that could potentially make me look like a clown. I have been seeing it everywhere but hesitant to try it because most mornings all I want is a serious lip treatment for chapped skin. What I love is the texture and matte finish and how you can apply it right from the tube, or with a lip brush for a lighter version of the shade. I have been experimenting with it mostly for glammed up nights out, but today it felt fun to wear no makeup except for the bright pop of color before doing some errands around Coolidge Corner.