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Spring is officially here, which means I have a whole list of current obsessions for this season. Below, I’ve put together a few things that I have been super into lately that I think totally emulate springtime. There’s a bit of fashion and beauty, along with some literature recs and a playlist that will become your new go-to when you’re driving around and soaking up the fresh air and warm weather.
Low-rise leggings with a fitted bell bottom designed by Kaia Gerber are the perfect piece of loungewear to add to your wardrobe this spring. This item can be worn casually to the gym or just hanging around. But it can also be easily elevated and take you from night to day. Kaia Gerber’s sense of style is sophisticated mixed with a carefree Malibu girl, and these pants are exactly that. These will definitely be a staple pair of bottoms you will be reaching for this spring.
I have never read a book quite like Joan Didion’s The Magical Year of Thinking. There were a lot of moments when I had to put it down and sort of stare into space for a minute because the way she writes is just truly so incredible. She captures grief in such a transparent and honest way. Her writing is blunt and she doesn’t hide her feelings of anger and despair. There have been times in my life where I have dealt with loss and grief and I would turn to articles hoping for comforting advice and I would mostly get these sort of motivational quotes like “Live your life and make them proud” which always seemed so strange to me. Was anyone going to just be super honest for a minute and talk about how difficult the grieving period actually is, and how it basically never ends? I wasn’t sure someone could actually write about it. But as soon as I read the first page of The Magical Year of Thinking I felt confident that I had picked up the right book. “These people who have lost someone look naked because they think themselves invisible. I myself felt invisible for a period of time, incorporeal. I seemed to have crossed one of those legendary rivers that divide the living from the dead, entered a place in which I could be seen only by those who were themselves recently bereaved.” Joan Didion definitely gets it.
I’m such a major fan of anything by the SC Collection, which is a handmade jewelry company based out of New York. Their pieces are what I would describe as “beach glitz.” I’m currently obsessed with their Daisy Necklace, an 18” charm necklace that adds the perfect touch to any spring and summer outfit. It has gold-plated rhinestone charms, antique chunky gold chains, and a delicate clasp. Basically, it’s the necklace of my dreams. And it’s named after Daisy from The Great Gatsby, as the website tells us. How perfect is that?
Another Kaia Gerber obsession I’m bringing with me as we enter spring. But can you blame me? She’s the ultimate it girl. I recently discovered this playlist she made with Apple Music a little while ago and while it’s technically for summer, most of the songs give me spring energy. It’s a mix of old school classics with breezy rock. Think Van Morrison, Fleetwood Mac, Hall and Oates…It’s the ultimate playlist to drive around town with the windows down.
How else are you going to keep your face protected from the sun while looking cute at the same time? With a pair of sunglasses by Oliver Peoples, of course. These oversized granite sunglasses I found by them on The Real Real are so in for spring and summer.
With the weather getting warmer and summer right around the corner, sunshine is on everyone's mind. And with the sun, comes a high UV, which means sunscreen. Ideally we wear sunscreen everyday all year long, but this is the time of year to get your hands on a new one (or a better one) because not all sunscreen is the same.
Personally, I've struggled with finding good sunscreens. I've made my fair share of mistakes, like buying one from a brand I thought would be good, and then it totally left my face like I just went to a kid's face painting party and asked to look like Droopy. Or sometimes, when you finish applying and look like a total grease bomb or something gets into your eye, and you're blinded and burning for the rest of the day.
But I've done my research (as I do), and I've compiled the list of TIGG-approved sunscreens so you can safely shop knowing you'll look good, feel good, glow good, and most importantly - protect your face good (I think well is the proper word but a play on words is more important than the grammar lessons we got in eighth grade).
"A lightweight sunscreen serum with Collagen Peptide that helps protect against sun damage and helps visibly correct early signs of aging." - Kiehl's
I recently tested out this sunscreen the other day because I'm a fan of other Kiehl's products, so I wanted to see if their sunscreen would hold up - and let me tell you, it did. It was super soft and lightweight and felt amazing on the skin. It also left my face with this soft shine that was super natural and not oily at all. Plus, after using it and washing my face, I still felt great. I loved the way it sat on my skin, and the product even claims to help improve skin texture and tone. So, a sunscreen that not only protects you from the sun but improves your skin and makes you look good while doing all that? I'll take it.
"This cult beauty favorite gives your skin a sunkissed glow, without the sun damage. We created Glowscreen to mimic the warm radiance your skin gets from being in the sunshine, and we packed it with expert SPF protection and powerful ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to keep your skin looking luminous all year round." - Supergoop!
This is my go-to base during the summer because it's really all you need for a hydrated, glowy, and slightly tinted base. If you want the same effect but don't like the tinted aspect, then the Unseen Sunscreen, also from Supergoop!, is amazing as a glowy sunscreen but even better underneath your makeup. It truly is the best primer for a natural and glowy look.
"EltaMD UV Daily Broad Spectrum SPF 40 is a sheer, lightweight moisturizing sunscreen formulated with hyaluronic acid to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is ideal for daily use on normal, dry and combination skin. This broad spectrum sunscreen contains micronized zinc oxide to protect your skin from damaging UVA (aging) and UVB (burning) rays." - EltaMD
If you want a basic go-to sunscreen without any thought, this one is probably a safe option. It's a classic, easy to find and buy, and loved by many girls.
A nice lightweight sunscreen that doesn't leave a white cast on your skin (because that's really the basic essentials when it comes to sunscreen). If you like a super light and thin sunscreen, then this is for you. If you prefer a thicker, creamier one, I'd reach for something else. However, based on all the sunscreens on this list - this one is my least favorite.
You guys. I was recently over at a friend's house, and we were going outside, and I needed sunscreen (because, hello, UV 9, you can't go out without sunscreen). It was a predominantly boys' house, so this was what was handed to me. I didn't really care, and I was expecting to be left with an insane white cast, greasy skin, and stinging eyes, but whatever; I didn't want to ruin my skin in the long run. But oh, my gosh. I LOVED this sunscreen! It was sheer and not sticky at all and left me with such a natural and soft glow, but I didn't look greasy at all. If you told me this was Chanel's new high-quality sunscreen, I would've believed you and spent $100 on it, no problem. It's really a great example of a great product with an unappealing package, and for $10, you don't think you are getting much - but wow. Perfect for beach days or travel, or even everyday wear, this is a much purchase.
The chic girl is classy and timeless and turns heads without doing a thing. She believes in quality over quantity, and would rather have one perfect thing than a bunch of almost-perfect variations - and her gift guide reflects this. She loves dark colors and thrives in deep brown, red, or black. But she does love a cream-knit sweater. She reminds me of a more mature "clean girl" who wears Max Mara coats, woody perfume, and a darker lip. She always engraves her possessions, has perfect hair, and never says no to an expensive white wine or espresso martini.
This gift guide features essentials for every chic girl or the perfect pieces to become a chic girl. A dark red lipstick from Chanel is perfect for late-night drinks and an oversized wool coat is a closet staple for life. Black flats are timeless and these leather ones from Ref are so comfy, perfect for running around. And in honor of one of the original chic girls, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, a pack of headbands is a must. The perfume on this list is so chic and of course, the chic girl has a tortoise paddle brush! And we know soft and luscious hair is a must, think of Charlotte York (another chic girl blueprint) and her gorgeous locks; so a hair mask needs to be in your bathroom or your shopping cart. And lastly, of course, your bag is chic so what's in it needs to be too. A leather card holder and an engraved phone case are classy and timeless and the perfect gift.
'Tis the season for Christmas lists, and what better way to kick off The It Girl Guide's gift guides than with the cool girl? Whether you need a link to send to loved ones to subtly send them ideas or you know a cool girl in your life who would love something here, you can't go wrong with the cool girl gift guide.
"A unique recipe, a cosmetic prowess: its “reverse emulsion” brings instant comfort and deep moisture to the driest, most dehydrated skin."
Not mentioned: it's super cute, super chic, and super cool girl. I mean pulling this out of your bag? It's like I said above - très chic.
Ballet flats are everywhere, and the cool girls love 'em. Not because they are everywhere but because they know that they've been here circa Alexa Chung and Jane Birkin. So they aren't hopping on this trend because really, you're hopping on theirs.
Whether you like to host, or you just like a cute glass. The little cherry is everything and I can definitely picture these glasses in Carrie Bradshaw's apartment if she were a modern-day it girl.
The leather bag charms are perfect to Birkinify your bag or even to add to your keys. And everyone needs a cool lighter. Whether it's for those cigarettes in Paris (even if you don't smoke you'll be berated for a lighter enough times that it's just easier to carry one with you) or just to light your overpriced candle with.
A cool girl's night out needs a chic slip, and this silver one is bringing all the energy. Whether you are getting drinks, dinner, dancing, or just walking around, this will become a closet staple.
Hair perfume takes your routine to the next level and I swear by it. Whether you like a messy mane or a sleek and spiky updo, it should be finished off with a spritz of this.
"Mojave Ghost is a woody composition inspired by the soulful beauty of the Mojave Desert. In this xeric wilderness, rare are the plants that dare to blossom. With a light and graceful character top notes of musky Ambrette combine with fresh Jamaican Nesberry. Powdery Violet then unfurls to reveal Sandalwood. Finally warm Chantilly Musk rounds out a base of crisp Amber and Cedar wood, leaving the raw spirit of Mojave Ghost to linger on the skin."
Navy blue and light pink! It's the perfect shoe for the girls who wake up and choose between which aesthetic they want to embody today and now they don't have to.
Chill pill bath bombs? A Joan Didon coffee table book? Need I say more?
I live for a chic coat. Live for it. So the second fall hits I scream in excitment to break them out. I feel like a kid about to get a hug from Santa. It's a warm embrace. A warm, fuzzy, hug that makes your smile so big you think this feeling will never go away, and for the rest of the day you float around remembering that cozy feeling. That's the love I have for a vintage Christian Dior fur coat. Or any of my other coats that I love dearly, for a mother could never choose a favorite child. Although one just might get mentioned a few more times than the rest.
But that warm fuzzy embrace doesn't have to just come from Santa or the smell of cookies, it can come from a soft textured oversized wool trench.
And the same way a winter feeling feels different from a fall feeling, that theory applies to coats. The action of throwing on your trench in London over your pajamas on a cold and rainy day is a different feeling than running out the door in NYC throwing your vintage leather jacket over your tank top and jeans. But oh how they are both so yummy.
Now, you might starved from this delicious taste of fur, wool, and leather (faux is more than acceptable in fact it's encouraged) but now is your chance to order the decadent chocolate cake off the menu. But in this case, we're reading the menu alla TIGG and ordering through our shopping carts, because sometimes that just feeds us more.
The Carrie Bradshaw of coats. The chic, the French cigarette, the red nails, the drinks at a NYC bar, the fabulous. That's a fur coat. Styled at night over a slinky dress, kitten heels, and a clutch for a head-turning look.
The perfect coat for those moments when you want to look and feel chic but you still want to be undeniably comfortable. This is the Olsen twin of coats. I like to throw on a chic black wool coat over some pajamas, or silk pants if you want a look that looks like daytime clothes but still emulates the pajama pants.
The London look. She's a classic, an undeniable it-girl. Slightly more European, but can still be fun and fresh when not taken too seriously. I'm still talking about the coat by the way. I like a trench styled with a white crewneck, some slouchy pants, black sunglasses, and unstyled hair.
The oversized blazer can be a total it-girl look when worn properly. It needs to be styled with pieces that show off your personal style, rather than what you think it needs to be styled with - that's the key. And stay away from small chunky gold hoops when wearing an oversized blazer, now's your chance to reach for something else and it will look so much better, I promise you. I like a boxier men's shaped blazer but I do appreciate a women's one every once in a while. For. a daytime look I might just pair it with a pair of low baggy jeans and a red cotton top with either sneakers or ballet flats. Then for a night look, I'd wear it over a mid-length dress with some Mary Jane flats, black eyeliner, and a vintage shoulder bag.
My personal statement piece. Very city and edgy and can elevate any outfit. I've definitely grown my collection of leather jackets and it's hard for me to go to a city without leaving with a vintage leather jacket. But you can never have too many coffees, Vogue magazines, or leather jackets.
I love simple looks, and I do have to say about 90% of my outfits are not colorful, which you will notice. My staples are blue jeans, white tees, tank tops, tube tops, and leather jackets, and it's always paired with my lived-in hair and iced coffee or matcha - depending on what looks better with my look. And I love a shoe that contrasts my look, so if I'm wearing a more feminine look, I like a boyish shoe, and if I'm wearing a more boyish look, I like a feminine shoe.
These looks are my style, so you find that you enjoy them and recreate them, or use them for inspiration and make them your own. If you like more color in your wardrobe, buy colorful pieces. If you have a more girly style, all of these looks will look great with a miniskirt and kitten heels.
Also, with these looks, everything can be mixed and matched. I'll switch around the pants or switch around the tops, and I still love each look. You could say that it's because most of the pieces you'll find me in are simple closet staples, and you would be right.
My final note is that all of these outfits can (and should) be paired with an edgy oversized leather jacket to really complete the Sky look.
This is a super comfortable and flattering look that I would wear to a coffee shop, shopping, or lunch with the girls in the city. It's definitely a fall/winter staple look for me, and you will catch me in this a lot this November and December. And if the weather ever drops below 75 degrees, I'll throw on my leather jacket. And if I want to be extra cozy (or if it's before 1 p.m.) I'll wear my Uggs. But no matter the weather - I'll still have an iced coffee in hand.
This is definitely an all-year-round look for me. I switch out the fabric and color of the tank top, and sometimes I'll reach for sneakers, but this is pretty much the look most of the time. I love low baggy jeans that are still flattering, and if not paired with a tank top I would go with a baby tee that's probably from Realisation Par.
A classic fall fit for a coffee run. I love sweaters, especially oversized but flattering ones. I'll pair it with some boxer or boy shorts that you can't really see, and then add some edge with these buckle flats from Ganni that I'm obsessed with. And you know I'm here for a studded fall this season. Another variation that I might do of this look is an off the shoulder sweater (but just off one shoulder) and then with either my Uggs or some tall black boots. And I will say that I like 99% of my sweaters to either be black, grey, dark blue, or red.
This would be an all-year-round look for me but winter is normally the only time you can wear long sleeves and long pants in L.A.. Red has been my favorite color this year, so I love red pieces, but I would also wear this look with a black long sleeve or a thin knit black long sleeve that's oh so slightly see through (super subtle though that's the key). However, this red shirt is more of my casual version. The teen Jodie elevates this look to the next level, and you know I love my boots so duh. To take this day look to night, I'd add my - you guessed it - leather jacket. I'd also probably add some small black sunglasses now that I'm thinking about...
My final look, and she's a goodie. I'm obsessed with the round-neck cardigan (as we all are) this season, and this is how I style it. I only button the top two buttons and then wear a top that's the same color. Then I paired it with a denim mini skirt and some Adidas.
I can confidently say that I've figured out my personal style, and I know what I like and what I don't like. If you had to label it, I guess it would be considered a mix of 90s minimalism with model-off-duty and a mix of feminine and boyish pieces, but I just like to call this Sky's style.
When it comes to trends, remember that you don't have to follow every single one that comes your way because when you get so caught up in the trends, you lose who you are. Once you have your own personal style, watch the trends that come your way and just pick and choose what you like. You should be picking pieces that reflect your personal style more, not constantly trying to mask your confusion about what style you love with all these trends.
You know I had to chat with my girl Agnes (better known as diordaddy on Twitter) for the ultimate French it-girl interview since she is the epitome of that. She always is cooking the most gorgeous, delicious-looking food and always serves timeless and effortless looks. Today, we talk about a guide to Paris, from cafes to linen dresses, and we let you know that one watch is out, and you need to be wearing two at a time.
Hahaha omg okay that’s honestly really difficult, I’m always down to try new places so I try and not repeat going to the same places too often. However, my favorite restaurant is probably La Méditerranée or Ralph’s. Both not typical French cuisine lol, but as a pescatarian, typical French cuisine isn’t honestly my thing. As for cafes, it’s difficult because I’m still on the hunt for the best iced coffee in paris and typical cafes don’t always have that. Generally, though my top 3 cafe-ish places would be Wild & the Moon, Soho House, and Season, I know there’s more I just can’t think of right now.
Omg thank you ☺️. I’ll share a breakfast and dinner option hehehe but for breakfast right now I love omelettes so I usually have a mushroom, onion, and chive omelette with a slice of rye sourdough from my favorite boulangerie. As for dinner, it’s my favorite thing to cook, so I could eat it every day, but oven-roasted salmon coated in dijon, dill, and some chopped walnuts. Then on the side, I’ll make a kale and arugula salad with a Dijon yogurt dressing and add some micro greens and pumpkin seeds to that, and that is a perfect meal in my eyes.
I feel like I rarely shop these days, but long-time favorites include are Brandy, Skims, Celine, Levis, Aritiza, and recent additions, the Frankie Shop, Kith, and always Vinted.
This is so basic, and I’m sure anyone who knows me saw it coming, but Kaia Gerber is honestly my go-to style icon at the moment and probably will be forever. Her style is super simple but still elevated past a level of basic, and she looks amazing all the time, obviously. So she’s definitely someone I always try and emulate because I’m more so on the ‘basic’ and ‘classic’ side of the style spectrum, and I rarely go for crazy out-there styles. Some other people I always find inspo from are Orion Carloto, Emily Oberg, @themillenialdecorator, some of my friends, and of course, my sister.
Linen Dress 100%. As I learned last year, it gets so so hot, and because there’s not a crazy amount of airflow through the city, it feels even hotter than it is. So if possible, pair your favorite sandals or white sneaker with white linen dress. Shorts are out, and you definitely don’t want to be caught in any basic sneakers, so find one that suits your style, or go for the classic, a ballet flat.
I love a good yogurt bowl, and as soon as the seasons turn from winter to spring, I’m back to the yogurt bowl as breakfast, so for the moment, my go-to is this delicious Swiss milk lactose-free yogurt from my bio shop, paired with homemade chia seed jam, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, and if I’m craving some extra sweetness my favorite german honey.
I am indifferent to the type of yogurt, to an extent, because my go-to is lactose-free yogurt, so I don’t know if that falls in the dairy or vegan category. Sadly, we don’t get Cocojune or Coconut Cult yogurts in Paris, or else I would 100% be choosing those; I’m already counting down the days till I’m visiting my family in the US so I can go crazy at the grocery shop. I had a phase where I loved Siggis Skyr Greek Yogurt, but in the end it really f****d with my skin, and I’m still seeing the negative effects of it to this day, so definitely no to the full dairy.
Too many things; number one right now is a vintage Kelly bag, to be honest. I’ve seen some really nice ones at my favorite vintage designer shops, and I might just save up for it. I’ve been searching for a new bag since my birthday, and now that I’m doing an internship, I definitely want one that’s slightly bigger than any in my current collection. However, in slightly more realistic terms, my wishlist in short, Bottega Veneta Sardinia bag in Maaroon, Tom Ford Jasmine Rouge, Gucci Jackie in Green, a new watch, and too many new vintage shoes including Dior kitten heels in baby pink, Brown Chanel Loafers, Chanel Flats in forest green, and Manolo Kitten Heels.
It would definitely depend on which season I’m styling it for because, in my eyes, you can and should be wearing white tees every season. However, since we’re entering spring-summer now, I would pair my favorite white tee, either from Brandy Melville or Skims, with a classic oversized pair of Levi 501s. For the shoes, I’d go with my white sambas or the classic black Chanel flat (if it’s for a night out though, pair it with my favorite Manolos). Then, the most important part, accessories, so I’ll pair the look with my go-to Hermes and Bulova watch (I love wearing two watches, don’t judge me), a gold bracelet, 2-3 gold rings, and favorite pair of sunglasses, and with this look, I’d match the color of the shoes to the sunglasses and bag, so most likely black Celine sunglasses, and my Ferragamo bag. As for the coat, I’m currently obsessed with my mother's oversized Burberry trench that I took from her, so I will definitely be wearing that, but I hope soon enough it’s warm enough out that I won’t be needing that.
For the first official TIGG interview, I talked with Bella Lombardi about fashion, confidence, and so much more.
For those who don't know, Bella, @bella.lombardi on Instagram is a total fashion guru with her podcast, Bitchin With Bella, and killer photography account, Pix by Bellz. Her outfits are to die for, and she's always on top of the latest trends and hottest brands. I mean if you are looking for some new fashion inspo, look no further.
Bella and I were able to talk and create this written interview for you girls and I would love to see you hotties join the conversation in the comments. You can hear more of Bella talk on Spotify or Instagram, and you know where to find me.
Anyways, let's get into the deets.
I would describe it as my own and curated to everything i love. I've always tried labeling my style but I like to have all my favorite styles/aesthetics all together in one.
It took years to figure out my personal style but currently its all of my past aesthetics put into one. I also think thrifting helped me find my style and inspired me to go outside my comfort zone experimenting with different clothing pieces.
90s/2000s it girls street style, Bratz dolls and me haha
Definitely baggy low rise pants, the perfect baby tee, low rise pleated mini skirts, corset tops, baggy denim jackets, long denim skirts, bandanas, floral dainty tops, fit and flare mini dresses, baseball caps, light knit cropped cardigans.
thank you! ♡ and honestly thrift stores are my favorite places to shop. Depop, Poshmark, The RealReal are also amazing places to find stuff, i find myself preferring secondhand clothes because theyre so unique. As for non thrift stores I love Revolve, Princess Polly, Brandy Melville and I.AM.GIA.
I say just go out and do it! Get yourself a camera stand with a phone attachment, find somewhere with good lighting and just start taking outfit pics, i've been trying to become an influencer since 2014 so it's definitely a lot of work and based off of luck but there will always be someone who loves your content so just go for it! It's a fun way to show and grow your creativity.
I love Charlotte Tilbury, their foundation and lip liner are my absolute favorites. Rare beauty blush is the best blush i've ever used. Glossier mascara is great and Makeup by Mario plumping lip serum is to die for.
It's definitely tough ignoring all the comments i see about myself online especially when it's about my body because i've had insecurities and body dysmorphia for half my life but ive been on the internet for a while and spent all of high school getting bullied so ignoring the hate is something i had to learn. The secret to not letting people get to you is to think "Is this person important to me? Do they inspire me? Would i want to be them?" if the answer is no to those questions there's no reason to let them effect how you feel (:
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Finding the best moisturizer, concealer, or the latest eyeliner trend can be hard sometimes. I know I'm constantly looking up the best new skincare product or asking you girls what the best self-tanner is. But it's so hard finding a credible source or discovering a place that has everything at once. Like, I can't just look up GRWM on TikTok and expect to find all the answers right away- I'd probably have to spend five hours watching videos and creating spreadsheets.
So for our second group article, I asked you, girls, to put together your "get ready with me" essentials (which you submitted through either Instagram or Twitter). This way, we will have a collective spot to discuss the products we love, and all the suggestions and common products will be right here!
And in case you missed it, check out our first group article, "Our It-Girl Essentials," for our favorite items overall.
"first of all i can say credits to my dermatologist. she is the best. most of the stuff on my skin care is from her🥰
morning: so i start with the ducray clenser it's really good and not too harsh i use that mostly at night cause honestly i am kinda lasy to do it in the morning, but i do use it in the mornings when i have time, after that i follow with the ducray moisturiser. love. love. love. they i go in with the blue ice balls. i got mine from ice ice baby they are 50€ my dermatologist recommended me these but there are probably some more affordable ones, then a must in the morning is the melem!! so i actually got this from croatia cause i am actually croatian so idk if u can find it anywhere else i saw it on amazon but its much more expensive than it is in croatia but its like really good for ur lips
night: so at night i always use my ducray clenser cause i want to take all the oils and creams off my face and then i follow with the same moisturiser i use in the mornings, after that i go in with the clienzo gel, this gel is my saver i had really bad crystal acne and my dermatologist didnt want to put me on accurate at first and gave me this gel and my skin is clean like glass (i can send u before and after results if u need it but it's really the best) the only problem is u need a prescription for this one😕 so thats it with my night routine
than i have stuff i dont use on a daily basis: for example the la roche posay is amazing for pimples. it works soo good. i just use if i have like one pimple and its gone overnight, than the paulas choice exfoliate is one of my faves i use it 1-2 times a week and i am in love(dont overuse it tho!!) so the pixi eyepatches are my fave eyepatches cause honestly they are around 20€ and work pretty good (i dont use them really often though, they were also a rec from my dermatologist) the last thing is the merz spezial. THE BEST! honestly the best face mask evaaa. its german tho so idk if all the american girlies can get it😔, but if u can gooo. its only 2€ and my dermatologist recommended it to me and i am obsessed i use it once a week and u have the smoothest skin evaaaa
ok so makeup:
i start with mixing the bronzi drops with my moisturiser. so honestly this things are SOO HARD to get but my amazing momma was obsessed with drunk elephant since 2013 so she got these things right when they came out before they went viral, so i am very thankful to that, thanks to her we always have a 45% sale, cause she is constantly shopping there. so after that i go with the rosi drops. the bronzi and rosi do have ingredients that clog ur pores tho, but my dermatologist told me its not too bad and u should just always clense it off before going to bed(obviously!!) after that i go in with the lighter nars concealer under my eyes and on red spots and being an alix earle girly i use a darker concealer and contour with it. also the nars concealer is amazing and my dermatologist said its one of not many concealers that DOES NOT clog ur pores😍
thats a win win situation there. also i just noticed that i forgot to put my lash curler on the pic but its the catrice one, really amazing, then i go with the roller lash mascara it really is amazing. last 2 things is the the lip liner i use the buxtom kind of pink/brown one and go around my lips and then i use the clarins lipgloss in shade 5 i think"
"I try to use my ice roller as often as I can when I wake up, it just feels like I have my life together those days. And some days I’ll use some dry shampoo (Batiste Brunette Dry Shampoo) to give my hair the texture and volume I like, it’s important that I do that before I wash my face because I don’t want it on my skin, it’ll clog pores. Next I cleanse and I’m on my first bottle of The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser and so far I have no complaints. Although, I do want to try the Oat Cleansing Balm our It Girl Sky recommended next! And after face wash I apply moisturizer (CeraVe Daily) and SPF (Elta MD SPF 40).
I’m on the hunt for new daily moisturizers and SPFs though because I feel like the ones I’m using aren’t giving. And after all that to smell super good I use the Beija Flor Elasti-Cream all over and the Glossier You perfume. And if I have the extra time in the morning I’ll use my go to products: Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek in Flip, Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, Benefit Gimme Brow+ Tinted Eyebrow Gel, and Elf Liquid Glitter in Disco (I’ll always love a sparkly lid). These are my go to not because I love them so much but because they’re so easy to use.
My life has been so busy right now I haven’t explored my routine basics as much as I want to. I want to stop using dry shampoo, a better moisturizer and spf, and just overall better makeup products too. I want to be able to cherish my morning routine so I’m so excited to see what the rest of the TIGG girls shared!"
"So this is what I made, and I use most of this everyday. As you probably can see I am all about following trends and I am a huge beauty freak. But i also love a good dupe. So my board is kind of a mix of both. For makeup I love my nars concealer. It has light coverage which I love for a more natural look and doesn’t crease, so it’s a must have in my routine. I also love my milk bronzer in the shade baked that I have been using since sixth grade. Another trend I have jumped on is the rare beauty blush, and I am OBSESSED!! The shade I use is encourage and I think it is the perfect, more natural shade. But a dupe I love love love is the maybelline perfector! It is the perfect dupe for the very expensive Charlotte tilbury flawless filter so that is another must have!! And then I finish of my makeup with curling my lashes and using my favourite mascara-bad gal bang by maybelline. It is truly the best mascara I have ever tried! I also love my glossier boy brow in clear.
But the most important thing before makeup is of course skincare! And my favourite skincare brand by far is glossier. Which you can probably see in my picture. But I always start off by washing my face with just water and then serum. I use the drunk elephant b-hydra serum which hydrates so much and I love it. I then take my moisturiser which is the khiels ultra facial cream (couldn’t find a good picture). And I mix my moisturiser with the drunk elephant d-bronzi drops. These are obviously another trendy item but I love it and would recommend it to anyone! They add such a nice natural glowy tan. For some extra glow I use the futuredew oil serum from glossier, which is another must have in my routine.
And lastly I use the milk makeup cooling stick to de-puff my under eyes. The last step in my whole morning is of course some sprays of the sol de janiro 62 spray, gisou hair oil and then I choose between my lemon sorbet laneige lip sleeping mask or one of my glossier balm dotcoms. My favourite flavours are mint, mango, rose and lavender. And then I also love to use my rose quartz facial roller and my rose quartz gua sha.
These are some of my it-girl must haves! Love, Agnes❤️🩹❤️🩹"
"As you might be able to tell from the products above, I’m a very skincare-obsessed person. My everyday makeup look focuses on highlighting my natural features, and I don’t really like to spend much time getting ready in the morning (every minute of sleep counts). I start off by cleansing my face with the Tatcha Rice Wash. I love how soft it makes my skin and it also feels really nice when you’re using it. Next i apply a bit of the Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner.
I’ve been using this toner for several months now and it’s really helped with the brightness and texture of my skin! After that I’ll sometimes use my microneedle roller before applying a couple pumps of the Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid. Then I’ll apply some sunscreen to my face and neck, and then I’m ready for makeup! I start off by applying some of the Kosas Revealer Concealer under my eyes and I’ll blend it in with either my fingers or a concealer brush. After that I brush up my brows with the Glossier brow gel. My brows are naturally pretty full, so a bit of tinted gel is really all I need.
Once I’m done with that, I apply some Rare Beauty cream blush with my fingers. I used to not like wearing too much blush, but not I can’t go without it! After blush I’ll put a bit of the Rare Beauty Liquid Luminizer (I like the shade “Mesmerize”) on the back of my hand and use a brush to mix it with another pump of the Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid. Once it’s mixed, I apply it to my nose and cheekbones.
Next, I curl my lashes and apply the Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara. I love that this mascara never gets clumpy, so you can apply several layers until you get the look that you want. It also has Arginine and Provitamin B5 in it, which keep your lashes healthy. Lastly, I apply either some Chanel Rouge Coco Flash lipstick, which is super hydrating and creamy, or Dior lip oil to my lips (or both). And that’s it!"
"One of the most important things a girl can have is a reliable makeup routine. When you look your best, you feel your best; these products will give you the confidence of a supermodel. I start my makeup routine by applying a good base. Spf is a vital part of any makeup look. Currently, I’m using the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen. This specific sunscreen leaves no white cast on your face and of course, provides tons of sun protection. To achieve the rest of my dewy, natural base I use Kosas concealer, the Milk Makeup Bronzer Stick, Benefit Hula Bronzer, and a liquid blush(I alternate between NARS and Charlotte Tilbury). Eyes are the next step in my routine. One thing about me is that I love a dramatic lash. You will never see me leave the house without a couple coats of Maybelline Lash Sensational! I also love to apply a bit of the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in the shade “cottage cheese” to the inner corner of my eyes. This step may seem extra, but you won’t regret it. The light shimmer really makes your eyes pop! As for eyebrows, I don’t do much other than lightly filling them in with the NYX Micro Eyebrow Pencil. Simple & easy eyebrows do the trick and are the best look for me. Finally, it is time to apply a lip product. My go-to at the moment is the Too Faced Lip Injection plumping gloss, but I also really like the iconic Dior Lip Oil. In my opinion, a glossy lip is so much more appealing and attractive than a matte lipstick. I highly recommend every single one of these fantastic products and I hope that you found something worth trying out!"
"as an it girl in her first year of college, my top priorities are definitely saving both time and money. i am nothing if not a drugstore girlie, so most if not all of my makeup/skincare/shower products can be found at your local cvs, walgreens, what have you. the maybelline instant age rewind concealer has been my holy grail since middle school and has saved my life after many a late night. my daily look has actually become pretty minimal (save for the occasional red lip or touch of glitter if i’m feeling fancy) as of late to allow for as much beauty rest as possible before my morning classes, so i actually do most of my “getting ready” the night before. i use my favorite shea moisture intensive hydration hair masque once a week, and i love to sleep with a heartless curl hair scarf for a quick shake-and-go style that requires little to no maintenance. since i don’t tend to wear foundation on a day-to-day basis, keeping my skin clear and hydrated is a must. i recently discovered that trader joe’s actually has a ton of super affordable skincare products that have absolutely transformed my routine (my favs are the hyaluronic serum and rose water toner)! and of course, who is an it girl without her signature scent and staple jewelry? i’ve been super into warm, vanilla-based fragrances for the fall and winter months so ‘jazz club’ by maison margiela and ‘eilish’ by billie eilish are my current go-to’s. i also would never be caught dead without my gold angel number necklace, mini hoops, and signature wine red manicure well intact. after that i just throw on the fit for the day, grab my canvas tote, and i’m ready to go!"
"as a busy, yet pretty uni student who’s always on the go, i keep my skincare routine simple yet top tier! i started my morning with la roche posay vitamin c & i use two moisturisers for the harsh winter in russia: la roche posay toleriane cremé & cicaplast baume. and of course spf, i love bioré uv aqua rich! if there’s extra time i would do a 5 min gua sha massage to reduce face puffiness in the morning. next on to makeup, the most important step is to curl my lashes. pro tip: heat it up for a perfect curl! i’m a fan of japanese brand cezanne & swear by their mascara: keep curl base. it separates & lifts my lashes so perfectly & i would coat it with sky high mascara or sometimes i’ll only wear the base because its already tinted. i also love cezanne cheek stick for my daily blusher, its vv easy to apply & give me natural, rosy glow to my face. for lips, i love essence volume lip gloss that also works as lip plumper & their lip liner. essence lip ranges are my faves always: super affordable & v amazing. i’ll top it off with dior lip oil in #01 pink. last yet most important part: fragrance! i love smelling like vanilla & cashmere in cold weather so my fave is philosophy fresh cream warm cashmere. i would layer it with their shower cream & the body shop vanilla body butter: there you go! finally i would get out of my room to the metro station while listening to busy,yet pretty podcast. xx"
WOW GIRLFRIENDS, after seeing these all together, I just wanted to note how much I love you girls! The TIGG girls are truly the best community ever and I love seeing all these it girls coming together. Also I love reading all of your suggestions, I have so many new products I need to try out now! Love you besties xxx
As for my personal GRWM Essentials, you can find them below in the Product Links!
*also quick side note: feel free to chat with each other in the comments or comment your fav products if you didn't submit something but still want to share your favs!
All these parties and all these friends mean so many gifts to buy, and it can get quite overwhelming and super expensive really quickly. So per request, I wanted to provide a simple guide on some gifts you can get for your girls to make them feel special and like a total it-girl.
If your friend is a Diesel, Amelia Grey, Bella Hadid, model at fashion week, girl: then this is the gift for her. She will love you forever and look cute every time she leaves the house.
These are definitely for the star-loving, low-rise jeans, Paris Hilton, it-girl bestie of yours. I haven't seen a lot of people in these so your friend will love them because it's thoughtful and curated for her. Plus you can be wearing pajamas and once you throw these on it's a total early 2000s look.
This is for your pink Goyard tote bag girlfriend. She loves an iced latte with oat milk or a matcha and she always has the perfect long soft nude nails. She loves Replica perfumes and she is a total sweetheart.
Gold jewelry is always a great gift and these bracelets look good on everyone and match every outfit. Plus you can mix and match them.
This look might be more up your friend's alley, and it is so cute. It's giving Cartier, but a younger, more fun, and hot version.
It's giving Prada and I love it! You can go wrong gifting this because it's a cute bag and will match every outfit.
This is a fun gift for a skincare-loving, green-juice girl. It feels so nice on your face and it gives you a snatched and smooth finish. Plus it's great for you (or her). And it's pink!
For the fun and colorful bestie, this is such a great gift. It's so cute and adds such a fun touch to every room.
Is this not the cutest thing? And it can be versatile, it doesn't have to be an ashtray, it could just be a super cute piece on your table. Maybe put matches in it or something.
This is $5 over budget, but it was just too cute to not include. It's a fun and thoughtful gift, especially for your friend who lives alone or with you!
I know before if you got socks for Christmas, it was the worst thing in the world, but these are just perfect! If she has Uggs you have to get these for her.
And those are my suggestions! I hope you found something your friend might like, and if you need some ideas for you, I have those articles already up!
