Monday Musings: Quiet Luxury in Color and a Clean Beauty Routine
Our last weekend in Vancouver was a busy one. I got back to Spirit Park for some much-loved forest bathing, hit the bookstore, had a fabulous dinner at Provence, and attended the symphony.
I love the Orpheum Theater here in Vancouver because it’s intimate enough to feel close in no matter where you sit. The downside is my husband has trouble getting enough legroom, so we’ll need to be sure to get him an aisle seat going forward.
Quick Clean Beauty Routine
While I put my makeup on for the Symphony, I made this little video showing what I was using and how. There is music on this one, so if you’re in public, you might want to turn the volume down.
The products are all listed here if you’re interested.
Back to basics
My weak nails are a constant battle. In part because of my Thryoid issues plus I was just not blessed with strong nails. I refuse to commit to wearing arcylics and had no success with gel nails. I did have great success with the this Dazzle Dry system, but the minute I stopped keeping them coated all the time, they broke off.
I picked up a bottle of this Nail Tek which I used years ago and am finding my nails have stopped peeling. They’re not long or glamourous, but I’m happy with the results. Once I get home, I’ll probably go back to the Dazzle Dry which does fall closer to a clean beauty product that this Nail Tek.
Save or Splurge
I’m a big fan of the quiet luxury “trend” that’s not really a trend but a chosen way of dressing. Quiet luxury emphasizes understated elegance, quality, and timelessness over flashy logos, bold designs, and conspicuous consumption
The term was coined last year, and it continues to be popular this year. Most quiet luxury wardrobes revolve around neutrals but let’s look at a save or splurge outfit today with some subtle color.
TAN SHOULDER BAG / HOOP EARRINGS / NECKLACE
This look starts with a pale blue shirt with ruffle edging along the collar. I added navy pants, two-tone loafers, a tan belt, tan bag, and gold tone earrings and necklace
HOOP EARRINGS / NECKLACE
I find the difference is pretty subtle for most pieces. What do you think? The save comes in around $150 and the spurge is closer to $6,000.
Was there one thing that tipped you off. Are you a fan of quiet luxury dressing?
Thank You Jennifer for posting about your hair journey and all the tips and things you can get. It’s devastating to lose your hair. I had very thick curly hair until I had my heart attack and most of it has fallen out. I am using minoxidil with some results. I have been considering getting a laser light so your post is very helpful.
I’m so sorry to hear about your heart attack Linda. Be sure to check with you cardiologist about anything you take. Toppers, hair pieces and wigs may not be optimal but they don’t effect your health.
Hi Jennifer. I love the red jumper on you and hope you wore the black midi skirt with it as it looked fabulous
Am wondering if you can remember the name of the ‘doo flicky’ you featured a while ago which attaches to the apple ear buds so they don’t fall out? My husband has lost one of his and is. I have gone through several posts, but cannot locate it. Much appreciated if you can help at all.
Oh no! Thats an expensive loss. I like these!
Thank you Jennifer. I am sure as soon as he buy replacements, the missing ear bud will be located.😁
Sorry to hear that your chair saga continues. We’ve found it easier to keep looking and purchase “off the floor.” As for the Save/Splurge, it was fairly easy: the puckering along the ruffle on the blouse and the heels on the shoes were not what you would expect of an expensive item – they were rather sloppy. Love the Splurge blouse but don’t need another one! Safe travels home.
I actually bought the low earrings and necklace on Amazon. They are feminine without being fussy. You look great in your raspberry sweater! Thank you for the video on getting ready with your hair and makeup.
I really like them too! Price is not an indicator of style!
I’m on Team Blouse as the tip off. The bright blue one with its showy ruffle is not “quiet.”
Agreed. I did have a closer match but it sold out before I could get the post out.
Hi Jennifer,
Lovely picture of you and your hubby and that sweater is just fabulous on you !! And l really liked the make up video as well as l think it’s time to try rollers for my thinning grey hair. I used to do the ones with pins and sleep on them, so hateful ! The necklace gave it away for me. And l have my eye on the Sezane blouse, l love the ecru and the guipure lace version. My daughter is getting married in May and l figure it will be a pretty look when l meet my future son in law’s family! Travel safe:)
It would be beautiful! I used to sleep on those torture devices too!! Or at least I thought I was sleeping.
My doctor recommended Nature’s Bounty Hair, Skin & Nails Gummies Advanced. It has 6,000 mcg of Biotin and after four months my nails are notably harder and stronger.
Great to know
Being a classic dresser; am a big fan of ‘selective less is more’ and will often mix high and low ends. With that said as to the save or splurge items besides the loafers the blouse with its self-covered buttons and fitted cuffs was the give-away to me. Going forward on the topic of nails; mine grow so fast and seldom do I experience breakage but do notice since aging that I now require for esthetics a base coat of clear polish to even out slight vertical ridges that seemed to have developed, which also prevents discoloration of the nail itself after wearing a deep color top coat (regardless I only use Vegan polishes). Last but not least; loving the shade of your sweater on you and appreciated your mini makeup video.
-Brenda-
Thank you Brenda. You are fortunate to have strong nails.
Love both of the looks. It always comes down to the bag , or jewelry at least for me to determine splurge or not. By the way you look amazing in that gorgeous red sweater
I agree accessories can make or break an outfit.
The shoes gave it away!
I love the vintage blue blouse! This collection is simple and does quiet elegance for me. I like watching your informative video of hair and make up. I have pretty thick hair, but I also use velco rollers occasionally to smooth my hair. I think it works well and is less harsh than heated tools. Have a great week!
I agree. Happy Monday!