Love with Food - Summer Beach Bash June 2013

I became a bit disheartened with this subscription, so I cancelled it.

Here is what I got for my last box [which sadly, was a had a lot more stuff that I would enjoy over the others] -

All Natural Fruit and Soy Bar - Pineapple from SoyJoy -  I didn’t expect these to taste very good. But they were very tasty and had huge chunks of fruit. I can’t wait to try the other flavors.

Gluten - Free Pineapple Coconut Cereal Bar from Do More Bars - This was like a grown up version of a rice krispy treat. I could taste the pineapple and the coconut, it was pretty tasty.

Organic Fruit Bears from Surf Sweets - These were yummy. Too bad there was only 5 and the serving size is 6 pieces. I like how they weren’t super rubbery or hard to chew. My only gripe is I wish they gave a bit of each flavor instead of 4 being the same flavor.

Organic Hard Candy from GoOrganic - Both the blood orange [purple wrapper] and apple flavor [green wrapper] tasted exactly like their namesake. They were quite yummy. I like the blood orange one a lot better though.

Pomegranate Mint Chewing Gum from PUR Gum  -  This gum was really tasty. You can taste both the pomegranate and mint flavor. The only down side is the flavor gets finished really quickly.

Sweet Plantain Chips from Turbana  - These were soo yummy, I ate the whole bag in one minute. I would definitely get these again! They had the perfect balance of sweet and salty.

Organic Drink Mix from Flavorz - Revive  -  The liquid mix provided a kick to my water. It was pretty tasty but I rather a stronger flavor. I used only 8 oz instead of 12 ozs to get the sweet flavor. Overall, it is pretty tasty and I might get again when I get tired of drinking plain water.

Roasted Seaweed from Seaweed Love -  I am not a huge fan of seaweed [I think I had it once in a salad] so I can’t tell this dry seaweed is good. I can say, it tastes like the sea though. It was a filling snack for only 25 calories if seaweed is your thing. I think I burnt more calories opening the packet and typing the review.

Coconut + Mango Fruit Ice from Smooze - These were tasty but not a huge fan of them. I could taste both the coconut and mango, so if you are a huge fan definitely try this.

Lucky May 2014

Here are some great weekend outfits-

“1. Slouchy shredded jeans + statement heels

2. Distressed pencil skirt + black pumps - the ultimate polished cool date night look: a tailored yet frayed denim skirt with classic ladylike black pumps.

3. Floral skinnies + leopard pumps - Flowers and animal prints pair as easily as black and white but are a million times more playful.

4. Patchwork skinnies + blocky heels - with chunky ankle strap heels, ‘60s inspired quilted denim feels completely modern

5.Cutoff + oxfords - classic fringy shorts are getting shorter. keep them appropriate and super charming with flats or tomboyish brogues.”

Here are 5 pieces Donna Karan thinks every woman should own -

“1. Bodysuit - it’s all about the tuck-in factor. With a bodysuit, even if you wear your pants sloppy and low, you’re still clean on top.

2.Printed Jeans - printed jeans in browns, white and black -- how amazing? They’re natural, so you can wear them with everything.

3. Yellow Dress - every girl needs a work to beach to night dress.

4. Belt Bag

5. Anorak “

Here are some chic Summer pieces

Photo Credit - Loeffler Randall

Photo Credit -Elabyela

Photo Credit - Joe's Jeans

Pale Seafoam is the new shade to try this month. Here is some of Lucky’s picks:

 

Photo Credit - Illamasqua, Illamasqua Cream Pigment in Bedaub

Photo Credit - Harrod's, Dolce and Gabana The Crayon Intense Eyeliner in Mint

Photo Credit - Jane Iredale, Jane Iredale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner in Aquarmine

Makeup artist Wendy Rowe shows how to create the perfect matte red lip -

“1. Sweep a small amount of foundation over your mouth before applying lipstick, so the color shows up bold and doesn’t rub off easily.

2. Line your lips with red pencil to create a strong shape.

3. Smooth bright red over your entire lip. Intensify the color in the center of the mouth with a darker red to create depth.

4. Soften the edge of your lip line with a cotton ball. This creates a modern feel that looks a little worn-in.

5. Once you’re happy with the shape and color, gently place a tissue sprinkled with face powder over your mouth for an even more matte effect.”

Hot Pink Blush is having a comeback moment. Here are some picks -

Photo Credit - Bobbi Brown, Bobbi Brown Sheer Color Cheek Tint in Summer Pink

 

Photo Credit - Giorgio Armani, Giorgio Armani Beauty Sheer Blush in #6

Photo Credit - Lancome, Lancome Blush Subtil in Cosmopolitan Pink

Photo Credit - Neiman Marcus, Tom Ford Cheek Color in Wicked

Photo Credit - Sephora, Shiseido Luminizing Satin Face Color in Caranation

Pick up the issue for interviews with Drew Barrymore and Donna Karan, swimsuit guide, discounts and fashion and style tips.