FIRST DAY OF SUMMER!!!

Summer is officially here…which means spending more time outside: picnics, pool parties, concerts or festivals, barbecues, rooftop parties…WHO ELSE IS EXCITED? 

All of these are SO MUCH fun…and I’m sure you want to look gorgeous and trendy. I always say that it’s not only about looking beautiful,it’s about what you do in that beautiful dress and fun lipstick. During the summer, you should be  enjoying the moment with your friends and family instead of worrying about your beauty look or having to deal with sweaty situations.

So today I’m sharing my favorite 10 Fashion and Beauty essentials to party all summer outdoors! Let’s do this!

 1. Olay MicroSculpting Cream SPF30
I’m listing it first because it’s so important to be careful when it comes to sun protection. I always mention it, do not forget to apply (and re-apply) when you are spending a lot of time outdoors.

When I started blogging I was 20 and as I approach my 30s, I love products that also offer anti-aging benefits. Reason why I really like Olay MicroSculpting Cream SPF30- it protects against the harmful UVA/UVE, hydrates, brightens, and instantly reduces the appearance of lines. It is also a perfect size to carry on your travel bag or beach bag.

2. Body Bronzer
Ok taking care of your skin doesn’t mean that you can not rock some tanned legs. But go for the non-harming option…a golden glow goes great with any outdoor summer activity. Go for gradual tanning products instead of those that will leave you patchy and too dark.

3. CoverGirl trueBlend Primer
If you ask any professional makeup artist what is the trick for long-lasting foundation, they are going to say PRIMER!! On a hot summer day, your makeup won’t last as long because of sweat and oil. These are reasons why it’s very important to apply it to oily areas (think your T-zone: forehead and nose).

My recommendation: COVERGIRL trueBlend Primer. There are three types: one for oily skin (designed to minimize shine breakout), one for dry (to hydrate and create a smooth canvas), and one for combination skin. It will not only extend the life of your makeup, but make you look extra flawless.

4. Denim Shorts
If there is one piece that screams summer it is a good pair of denim shorts. They work over your favorite swimsuit for a pool party,  with a boho kimono for a festival, and with a light jacket for a barbecue that turns into a game-night. Yes. I know. You already have denim shorts, but think outside the box! There are so many styles right now. You could get one pair with lace, with a floral print, with the flag print (perfect for 4th of July), etc. But if you don’t have a pair of high waisted vintage shorts….this is the time!!

5. Secret Outlast Xtend Clear Gel
Ok, nobody wants to talk about stinky sweaty situations, but someone has to do it!
You cannot really enjoy any summer activity if you don’t feel fresh and clean. I like the Secret Outlast Xtend Clear Gel because the gel dries super fast to avoid any white marks or residue. This one is designed to provide 48 hour odor protection.

6. Mirrored Sunglasses
This one is another obvious essential, but it’s always a good reminder! Sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun, and they’ll keep you from squinting all day. I don’t recommend taking your expensive pair to the beach or lake , but look for styles that have UV protection. If you are thinking of getting a new pair, go for mirrored sunnies this summer! Cat eyes never go out of style, but you can get them in a fun, summer color.

7. One-piece swimsuits:
Long gone are the days that one-piece swimsuits used to be conservative or matronly.  One-piece bikinis are FUN, ON TREND, AND MODERN!! The best part: they also work as body suits that you can wear under skirts or shorts during any summer party. I specially love the ones that have sheer or strappy details or fun prints.

8. Anything with tassels or pom poms:
If there is a trend that is basically everywhere right now it’s tassels and pom poms. I’ve seen them on totes, dresses, tops, and sandals. I have a black off-the-shoulder top with pom poms that I absolutely love, but I also have my eye on a pair of sandals with fun pom poms.

9. A multi-use sarong:

I have a thing for multi-use beauty products and I have the same thing for fashion items. That’s why I love my remix options for a sarong. You  can use it as a beach blanket, as a beach cover-up, and as a turban is a MUST during the summer months. 

10. A bold lip color:

I’m all for natural makeup during the warmer months…but this is the time to try a bright pink (like the COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in bombshell pink 425)  or fun orange red (like the COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in Garnet Flame 300)! 

What are your plans this Summer? 

Share them with me and/or your favorite beauty /fashion essentials for Summer ! XOXO

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by P&G. All opinions are my own- total creative direction by Nany's Klozet. Photography by Gabe Media.

El vivir en una de las ciudades más calientes y húmedas te hace aprender poco a poco tips de como lograr que tu maquillaje y cabello aguanten este clima un poco extremo. Y no son exageraciones mías, el porcentaje de humedad es altísimo

Muchas amigas cuando me visitan me preguntan que como lo hago, que el maquillaje se les derrite y el cabello les crece como una leona mientras pasan los minutos...créanme, las entiendo porque me ha pasado. ¡¡Así que hoy voy a compartir estos tips de belleza con ustedes y que productos les recomiendo!!

A couple of weeks ago I shared my 5 favorite P&G products and I mentioned to stay tuned because a fun giveaway was coming....here it is!!

THE PRIZES:

There will be three winner that will be taking home all the products mentioned above (which also include all my favoriteP&G beauty products)

 Olay Total Effects Featherweight Moisturizer con SPF 15

- Head & Shoulders Instant Relief Shampoo and Conditioner

-Olay Regenerist Luminous Overnight Mask

-  Clairol Crema Keratina

- Olay Fresh Effects {See Spot Swipe!} Oil Reducing Wet Cloths

- Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Detoxifying Restoring Intensive Treatment: 

-Secret Deodorant New Clear Gel:

- Covergirl Lava Lipstick

- Aussie Total Miracle 7N1 Dry Shampoo

- Pantene PowerFULL Body Booster

How to enter?

1. Leave a comment below saying that you want to enter and let me know if there is a specific product you are excited about trying out.

2. Leave your email address so we can contact you if you win (no worries, I won't use it for anything else!)

3. Extra entry: Look for the pic above on my Instagram (@nanysklozet), like and comment for an extra entry!

GOOD LUCK!

P.S The giveaway ends on July 31st. I will contact the winners directly.

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Hace unas semanas les conté de mis 5 productos favoritos de P&G y también les mencioné que estuviesen super pendientes porque iba a haber una rifa con muchos pero muchos productos.... ¡¡y aquí se las traigo!!

Los premios:

Van a haber 3 ganadoras que se llevaran una cesta llena de productos incluyendo mis favoritos y más:

-  Olay Total Effects Featherweight Moisturizer con SPF 15

- Head & Shoulders Instant Relief Shampoo and Conditioner

-Olay Regenerist Luminous Overnight Mask

-  Clairol Crema Keratina

- Olay Fresh Effects {See Spot Swipe!} Oil Reducing Wet Cloths

- Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Detoxifying Restoring Intensive Treatment: 

-Secret Deodorant New Clear Gel:

- Covergirl Lava Lipstick

- Aussie Total Miracle 7N1 Dry Shampoo

- Pantene PowerFULL Body Booster

¿Cómo participar?

1. Comenta abajo diciendo que producto quieres probar o si hay alguno que hayas probado anteriormente cuéntanos porque te gusto.

2. Deja tu email para poder contactarte si eres una de las 3 ganadoras.

3. Extra Entry: Dale like a esta foto en IG y comenta que quieres ganar esta rifa.

¡SUERTE!

P.d: La rifa terminará el 31 de Julio.

Disclosure: This giveaway was sponsored by P&G - all opinions are my own and this post was not edited by third parties 

And here's another look from New York Fashion Week! I wore this last Monday to go to the Mathieu Mirano show, I really loved it...and them I stopped by the Covergirl Beauty Lounge. I really needed some pampering time that included: a makeup/hair re-touch (since the rain kept messing with it), and a manicure. I'm very happy with the new Covergirl nail-polish; I have a couple of Essie nailpolishes and they don't even last two days. This time, the Covergirl nailpolished lasted me almost a week (definitely a record for me!) About my outfit: I wanted to wear pants with a fun print, so I chose this from H&M. I wanted to add a little more color with a burgundy top, and of course: a leather jacket to try to stay a little warm. If you are wondering, yes I wore a big coat to walk to and from the subway- but that way the actual outfit cannot be seen.   Have an amazing week...thanks for stopping by! XOXO

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¡Y seguimos con los looks de la Semana de la Moda en Nueva York! Esto fue lo que utilicé el lunes pasado para ir al show de Mathieu Mirano, que me encantó, y luego pasar por el Beauty Lounge de Covergirl. Ahí nos consintieron a un grupo de bloggeras; me retocaron el maquillaje y el cabello (que no paraban de dañarse con la lluvia y la falta de paraguas). También nos hicieron la manicura; algo que necesitaba urgentemente. Y sinceramente estoy encantada con la nueva pintura de uñas de Covergirl; a mi las de otras marcas se me dañan instantáneamente, y esta estuvo 6 días intacta. Sobre mi outfit: quise utilizar estos pantalones con estampado una vez más- pero esta vez contrastarlo con el color vino de la camisa y por supuesto, una chaqueta por el frío. El propósito del sombrero era para que no se me mojara tanto el cabello por la lluvia...pero fue un intento fallido. Espero que les haya gustado este look! Un abrazo inmenso...les deseo una bonita semana!  

GUESS floral denim pants ROMWE denim top ZEROUV sunglasses VIVIENNE KELLY necklace 2020AVE red shoes BRAHMIN bag Lipstick: COVERGIRL 305 HOT

Bottoms with some type of print have been around for a while now... and they are still very trendy this Spring. But if you aren't sure about them or how they'll look on you, I recommend you looking for a pair similar to these from Guess. The floral print is slightly lighter than the actual jeans so it isn't as over-the-top but it still fun and up-to-date. This isn't the first time I wear "denim on denim", I actually love how to denim items look together (the trick is looking for pieces of two different blue-tones...if they are too matchy-matchy, you end up looking like you just time traveled from the beginning of the 90s). To add a little bit of color, I added this amazing necklace from Vivienne Kelly (it's hand painted!), and a pair of red shoes that were featured on the Valentine's Day special. I wore this today to have lunch with my boyfriend in Lincoln Road since it's our day off! But now I have to finish a project that's due tomorrow... and finish packing for NYC- so excitedddd!! Thanks for stopping by! XOXO


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Los pantalones con estampados, especialmente floreados, se van a seguir viendo como nunca esta temporada. Pero si eres de las que no estás segura, siento que este jean es la opción perfecta ya que es CASI el mismo pantalón que estás acostumbrada a usar...pero las flores en un tono más claro de mezclilla lo hacen un poquito más divertido. Esta no es la primera vez que hago "denim con denim"- es una combinación que me gusta mucho pero hay que tener cuidado al hacerla. Lo mejor es que las piezas sean de dos tonos completamente distintos (si son muy parecidos, es probable que parezcas salida del principio de los 90s). Quise darle un poco de color con este collar rojo de Vivienne Kelly (que por cierto es pintado a mano!!), y los tacones rojos que vieron en el especial de San Valentín. Este look lo utilicé hoy mismo con mi novio para ir a almorzar en Miami Beach ya que ninguno de los dos tiene clases/trabajo hoy. Las dejo que tengo que terminar un trabajo de la universidad! Un abrazo grandotote!!

Here's another Holiday party idea.  I feel like this dress is perfect for this season for two reasons: first, the peplum is very on-trend...and second, a red dress screams HOLIDAY! I paired the dress with a statement black/gold necklace, a timeless ring, and a simple gold bracelet. To make the look a little more fun, I added some leopard pumps. I feel like this look would look appropriate in A LOT of women- it's trendy enough for an 18yr old...and classy enough for a 40-something bombshell. Let me know what you think about this look for Christmass. XOXO

ps: best part, the dress is on sale for $28!!



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Hoy les traigo otra opción para Navidad/fiestas decembrinas.  Considero que este vestido, no solo está muy en tendencia por el peplum, también el color rojo lo hace perfecto para estas fechas. Lo quise combinar con accesorios negros y dorados- el foco está en el collar, razón por la que el resto son accesorios bastante sencillos y clásicos. Para hacerlo un poco más moderno, agregué unos zapatos de leopardo (estampado que queda genial con el rojo) Siento que este look es apropiado para casi todas las edades ya que es clásico y elegante... lo importante es como tu lo lleves. ¿Qué les parece este look para Navidad? Besos grandísimos!


Pd: el vestido está en descuento por $28!!

Every time somebody asked me about my style, I'd say that it's feminine- but lately I realized I have a rocker alter-ego that loves leather pieces and darker lipstick. And that's okay, we should never get stuck in one style...it's fun to experiment and try new things (and clothing is not as permanent as a new hair color). This looks is actually from two Sundays ago, I don't know why I have so many looks that I haven't posted...but that's good, right? I wore it to walk around the city, have smoothies- and then I changed to flats to take Chiki to a doggie park ( I always have to be running around because he falls in love with every single dog and he leaves with them). I did the look around the "Pretty Kitty leopard shorts" from Lulus- I added the simple tank to make the outfit more casual, and the faux leather jacket because it was a little bit breezy out. Btw I added the lipcolor number and everything below because I always get asked about that. I hope you liked the look and this rocker side of me! XOXO


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En las últimas semanas me he dado cuenta que tengo un alter ego medio roquero- o full rocker, depende de los gustos. Entre tanta ropa femenina, me he dado cuenta que me gusta experimentar con piezas de cuero y pinturas de labio más oscuritas. Pero esa es la idea, nunca debemos encasillarnos en un estilo...nunca tengas miedo de experimentar y expresarte con la ropa. Se me han ido acumulando los looks, no se porque pero este outfit es de hace dos domingos- que salimos a pasear por la ciudad y después me cambié los zapatos a flats para llevar a Chiki a un parque de perritos por donde vivo (los flats no es tanto por comodidad, sino porque Chiki se enamora de todos los perritos y se me escapa... si yo soy la loca en el parque corriendo atrás del perro). El look lo hice alrededor de estos shorts de leopardo "Pretty Kitty"- agregué una camiseta blanca sencilla para mantenerlo cómodo y como estaba un poco fresco, terminé el look con la chaqueta de "cuero" (abajo también les deje la información de la pintura de labios, que siempre me preguntan). Espero que les haya gustado este look y que les guste mi alter ego roquerita. Besos y abrazos inmensos!

Leopard shorts: c/o Lulus.com
Tank: Target
Leather jacket: c/o SheInside
Round sunglasses: c/o Furor Moda
Spike bracelet: c/o Mimi Boutique
Skull mini necklace: c/o Vahife Boutique
Ring: Ebay
Bag: c/o Pimento Berry
Arrow bracelet: c/o Shop Belina
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Lipstick: Covergirl Lip Perfection Divine 330