June in review
So I guess we are halfway through the year? June in review is brought to you buy my new favorite $8 latte and frizzy hair thanks to the NYC humidity. Here are June’s hyper-fixations:
Air dry routine: I am trying to master the art of the air dry with some help from Ouai’s anti frizz cream and the Crown Affair twist and clip method. Anyone else have hair that is wavy at the top and straight underneath? It’ll be the death of me—but my hair is loving the break from hot tools.
Hot weather essentials: This $10 portable fan from Amazon has been a game changer for my commute to work. I also need to have this resetting powder on me constantly (oily skin girlies unite).
Matcha mania: If it’s cute and fruity, it’s for me. I have been obsessed with the fruit and matcha combo that I’m sure is also all over your social media feed as well. My local favorites are the blueberry matcha from Jane’s Matcha in Jersey City and the strawberry matcha from Cha Cha Matcha in New York (very basic I know, but it tastes like strawberry ice cream).
Nola recap: I spent last weekend on a trip to New Orleans with my family—and it was the best reminder that there are so many incredible places to explore right here in the U.S. The architecture in the French quarter is unreal, but I’d recommend avoiding Bourbon Street like the plague. My favorite local spots include The Elysian Bar, Gabrielle’s and Beckham’s Bookshop. I have a soft spot for classic tourist spots, and Cafe du Monde absolutely earns its reputation.
Love Island: I finally fell for the Love Island propaganda (I wanted to be a part of something) — and I must say, it has been fun. What I love about it is that for a few hours a week, it seems like this country can finally come together and agree on something (because everything else is looking bleak).
Until next time, xx
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