Run Around Chic

Beauty Bites

I love discovering new beauty products, especially products that tame frizzy hair and diminish under eye puffiness. Oh, and we can’t forget about lips. In this photo you will notice Dr. Macrene’s High Performance Lip Filler and Susanne Kaufman’s Eye Rescue Serum, both items I swear by.

Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush Stick $44 @Dior.com

I am trying to remember why I chose the blush color that I chose and realize because it’s different from the shades I already own. I love it when Dior gives me a reason to shop, I can’t keep buying the same products over and over again in different packaging.

I sat in the chair at the Chantecaille counter and rebought the mud mask and had to add a few items to my collection of foundations.

And I have been buying other items, like clothes and fragrances, but those are for another post.

Here’s to beauty bites!

What’s New in The Medicine Cabinet

I recently added more beauty items to my regime in the hopes that I snap out of my health challanges. Those of you that know me, know that it’s been a struggle, esecially combing my hair and wearing anything other than sweats. I love the Eighth Day tonic and their serum. While recently in NY for a bigish birthday I picked up their SPF Primer and love it too.

I am a big advocate of good if not great skin. I admit, before the pandemic my skin was glowing. My skin reacts well to peptides and sadly Vichy is currently out of their peptide ampuales which do wonders for your skin. Ladies, if you find yourself in Paris, try and pick some up. Your skin will thank you.

A few months ago several items were added to my medicine cabinet. A few masks, those are my second time purchasing them and a repeat facical scrub by Lancer, the method polish. Another recommended item is by Dr. Devgan. It really preforms miracles, honestly I am fatigued most days that this scrub brings glow back to my skin after evenings of neglect.

I’m also big on Alpha Beta Hydroxy – these seen here are the latest in my repertoire. My goal is to write three times a week. I hope everyone is staying safe.

What’s new in your medicine cabinet?

New Beauty Additions

This has to the best beauty box of 2025. I love everything in it and now wish I had bought myself two of them.

Leonor Greyl $34.00 @Leonorgreyl.com

This is the holy grail of haircare. My tresses are finally frizz-free. the Eclat Naturel can be applied on wet or dry hair and lasts for days. I loved it so much I immedially ordered more.

I am a huge fan of their facial scrub, with a new tube in the shower. I decided to try their eye cream, only one draw back, shipping for some reason has been delayed, stay tuned.

My sisters and I are funny. This year we chose to buy ourselves Mother’s Day gifts from my niece and nephew. I can’t wait until my lipstick arrives. To all of the women this year, if you help out with children, you deserve a Mother’s Day gift. Don’t be afraid to splurge.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Additions

A’ lot has happened since the pandmic and the good news is that my health is finally starting to get under control. I have been trying not to neglect myself and cry over the problems our world faces. If you listen or read the news, take it with a grain of salt and do not allow fear to take over.

I started shopping for myself early this Valentine’s holiday. I seem to want all pink and red hearts, anything to comemerate the holiday that is two weeks away. I started with two orders from See’s and these adorable heart hearings from Roxanne Assoulin, available at Net-a-Porter.com.

I then had to order the new heart motif makeup bag from Elizabeth Scarlett and I am fighting with myself not to purchase a red velvet heart shaped jewlery box. It’s in my cart, I might lose the internal battle.

Although the score was the new tote by Demellier that was over 50% off and of course feeling guilty using my nicer handbags I had to add the Demellier crossbody bag, I don’t feel as guilty using it running errands.

And the real splurge happens to be my new sneakers, which I still need in black, I wonder though why I chose grey first. Oh, well. Once I pay off the above, I’ll get them in black.

Here’s to better days ahead…..never give up hope.

Summer prints in Paris

Summer in Paris is usually hot, hot air, hot wind, many tourists and the Sun shines strongly. Aside from all the tourists in town on Summer vacation, Parisians have always stayed chic and trendy.

I enjoy style watching which always manifests into trends created by Parisians on these beautiful streets, and this Summer season the stand out trend is “Prints”

Funky prints are dominating with the most eccentrics in Paris, classic pieces mixing in with prints is the way to go. Here is a pink Prada bag and red Chanel ballerinas, it’s oddly chic for Summer

Prints isn’t the trend, it’s the way the Prints are put together this season in 2023. I confirm fashion is always changing, like fashion is alive and always evolving.

Black is white is a classic chic colour combo, the White sneaker trend continues to occupy the Parisians streets too. Prints are funky and mixing with the current trends is what makes it’s new. Long dresses and skirts are among the popular summer styles

Follow the hash tags #summerprints2023 for everyday posts on instagram and for more, follow @losangelinainparis

by @losangelinainparis for runaroundchic.com

Getting Healthy

I’ve been ill all year, my doctor says it’s longterm Covid, meaning a flare up of an existing autoimmune disease has roared it’s ugly head. My body is achy, my muscles hurt and my hands and feet get swolled beyound recognition. I’ve been on steriods and am now on a protocol to get off of using them. I have moon-face, like serious moon-face.

However getting off the steriod is noticable on my face, my muscles and body can feel it. I am on new medication that is supposed to nip the flare-up in the bud, still waiting for that to kick in.

Anyway, I am working on my overall health and started investing in vitamins and this wonderful elixir from R.S Koso, it’s a bit expensive, but my stomach is always happy.

I also started adding the Gut Microbiome Superpowder to my smoothies, although I feel it’s best taken in 16oz of water. It’s been working and I feel less bloated.

I am also adding this Metabolism Bosting Superpowder to either my smoothie or coffee in the mornings, I just ordered my 2nd box too. I am trying to make better decisions when it comes to my health.

Here’s to feeling better!!

Beauty Replenishment

Honestly I don’t use enough beauty products to have to replenish, but in this instance I did. I re-added to my beauty arsenal the Oribe Serene Scalp Thickening Treatment Spray, it thickens your hair whether you blowdry it or not and thickens your hair over time. I also recently discovered a new way to blowdry, simply hold the brush closer to your crown and blowdry at closer range. I just don’t know when I will be blowdrying my hair next.

Sadly, I still haven’t recovered from the pandemic, I am more of a wash-wear gal now and I dont see an end in sight. I need help.

Another item I re-bought is the VB x Augustinus Bader Cell Rejuvenating Priming Moisturizer in Golden. I found this liquid gold helpful in bringing life to my skin, since I have not been wanting a full makeup look like I did before the pandemic.

Here’s to getting more of a permanent routine!

Additions

Lately I’ve been hankering for silver jewlery. So many women are wearing it stylishly and it has me intrigued. I tend to only wear it when traveling to Mexico, it’s low-key and versatile. My question is, how do you choose what jewelry to wear in the mornings?

I love Kumi’s style, and how she is wearing her silver. I am also lamenting the departure of winter. It’s 83 degrees here today and tomorrow in the city it will be 69. I am still wrestling with myself over wardrobe. Do I wear my clothes that will need to be dry-cleaned or not? Do I break out my new pink sneakers? Do I wear my boots with a dress-shirt dress? Do I wear linen pants, a dress shirt and sneakers? I know, first world problems. Trust me, there are other issues at play but I choose to focus on the wardrobe ones, it’s saner.

There are other earrings I want, I bought the Anine Bing AB X MVB Rope Link Earrings ($130) you see above, they are a good size and I can wear them with my silver Tane ring that I picked up in DF several years ago.

What’s so funny is that I was at the Cuyana shop over the weekend and saw a necklace and I now can’t stop thinking about it. I think it’s best to just not leave the house somtimes, everytime I leave I spend money.

Here’s to Silver or Gold!

Transitioning into Spring

It’s not easy getting into Spring, the weather in SF is still windy, verging on cold. Just the other day I skipped wearing a sweater and coat and regretted it when I saw a lovely woman wearing a camel turtleneck and long coat. I lamented my wardrobe choice, as usual I did get a bit lazy and just don’t feel inspired enough to wear my other pieces and then spend money on dry cleaning.

I don’t go out enough to be able to shop my closet, and tend to wear the same things over and over again. I know, first world problems and for that I apologize.

Instagram for me is a source of inspiration, where I save photos of a life I want for myself, alhtough I know that most Instagram photos are not proof of a life well-lived, they still inspire. I just want to have the best life possible, for me.

The other day I was scrolling as usual and stumbeled upon this photo and all of the sudden I had the urge to buy a pink pair of sneakers.

And I did, I knew Net-a-Porter would have something fun and within my budget. I ended up buying the Air Jordan 1 Low velvet sneakers, they arrived and I am-in-love with them. Now I am looking for ideas on how to wear them with my existing wardrobe.

They are confortable and super pretty. I bought hoseiry already that I can wear with them and have the right pair of jeans – I just need to try it all on, as we learn that somethings are only good in theory and not in real-life.

However I like them so much I am tempted to get another pair. The velvet sneakers I am considering are the Jordan Series .05 velour sneakers, they can also be found on Net-a-Porter.

Velvet sneakers in a bright hue are the perfect way to transition into Spring, here’s to running around chic!

Can’t Get Into Spring

I know it’s Spring, but I can’t seem to get into it. California has experienced lot’s of rain and extreme colder conditions. I literally just pulled out my vintage YSL Patent leather tote, it wears well in the rain. I have been buying coats. Oversized coats to wear over all of my sweaters and sweats. I haven’t worn the Zara Fleece Coat yet, but I have been wearing my grey and black coats often.

I also discovered Dorsey, a jewelry brand that designs beautiful classic jewelry, I bought a Kate Round Cut Riviere necklace. Lab grown sapphires seems to be the way to go. I’ve been wearing it to bed and even pulled out my diamond studs.

I broke down and bought my Vejas – I can wear these with dresses and sweats, and they wear well in the rain.

Since the rain is showing no signs of stopping, I had to add an oversized raincoat to my wardrobe. I have two other black one’s, but they are sportier, and shorter.

One of my favorite presents this past Christmas was my new lip-balm, it literally is the best lip-balm ever, a little pricey but worth it.

There has been more sweaters from H&M and Zara that I ordered a month ago, their cashmere is nice and so far no pills.

Here’s to a continued Winter in the City!

Reproductions

Leave it to Zara to pay homage to an iconic piece of jewelry . Maria Felix, Mexico’s most iconic actress walked into Cartier and pulled out of her bag her pet baby crocodile and asked Cartier to make her a necklace, brooch, bracelet, etc. Which has become coveted like the iconic Verdura cuffs worn by Coco Chanel.

As everyone knows, that even if you have the budget for pieces like that, it would still be difficult to find.

Crocodile Brooch $$27.90 @Zara.com — Crocodile Brooch $27.90 @Zara.com

I bought the necklace and my sister Wendy insisted I purchase the matching brooch. I was tempted to get the bracelet, but that would be too much. All can be found @Zara.com.

Here’s to running around chic!

Paris Dispatch

Birkenstocks have been around for decades, popular among the surfers, skaters and deadheads. I personally associated them with the Haight Ashbury, a part of SF I hardly visited. Mind you not because I didn’t want to, just the places I frequented were in South Beach, the Mission, Soma, and the Marina.

I finally made my purchase, I made it right after I saw this photo. I hesitated because I have narrow feet and I’ve made many mistakes, example is the Donald Pliner version I bought many years ago, that I still own. I had to get Mr. Santos, the best cobbler in SF to pad them for me.

It wasn’t until the 1990’s that the fashion set finally joined the bandwagon, all thanks to Kate Moss, the ultimate ‘It Girl” about town. I always felt they were too granola for me, but I’ve changed my mind. I just wish I could wear them to the office.

Now, I just hope they fit so that I can purchase the other two colors and then maybe get creative with my choices.

Here’s to running around chic…..

Preparing for Summer Vacation

Balloon Sleeve Dress $99 @H&M.com; Espadrilles Castaner Carina 60 $145.00 @Net-a-Porter.com; Sunglasses Les Specs $45.00 @Net-a-Porter.com

I know I said I didn’t need anything for summer vacation, it’s more like a three-day weekend in Mexico City. We are going to my cousins wedding at the end of October and the weather is supposed to be just like summer. So, I am calling it summer vacation. Since I collect kaftans and dresses, I ordered this higher-price point dress from H&M. I plan on wearing it with my Cuyana leggings and the Castaner Carina 60 espadrilles.

I also realized that I couldn’t really bring along my daily sunglasses, so I ordered two pairs of sunglasses from Les Specs, they were on sale at Net-a-Porter.

Here’s to planning Summer Vacations……

Health and Wellness

I haven’t been feeling well lately, too many issues to count. There are a few things I have control over at the moment and that’s what I choose to put into my body. I’ve been taking so many vitamins on an empty stomach for better absorption, that my body is starting to hate me. I decided I need to simplify the vitamin intake and start with basics that will get my stomach issues under control.

I heard that collagen is good for you, it helps with your skin, hair and nails, plus other things depending on the brand you buy. I also heard that a liquid form is best, easier to digest.

I also felt it was a good idea to drink a detox drink first thing in the morning before taking my probiotic and smoothie.

Since I am apparently lacking in vitamins and heard that lacking Vitamin D affects everything, I chose a vitamin d spray, just one spray and I’m all done. I can squeeze in my iron and vitamin c afterwards.

I once read an article were the doctor mentioned that if one is experiencing gut issues, that one should take as many probiotics as one could. Basically, taking more than 1 or 2 a day isn’t going to hurt you, but only help you. However, like in everything in life, moderation is key.

I invested in the Gut Microbiome Superpowder that I can add to my morning smoothie. This will help me clear out anything in my body I don’t need.

Another rule, I have to finish 16 oz of water first thing in the morning before indulging in anything coffee related or my smoothie.

I also chose to shop at Goop.com, because I trust Gweneth and Jean Godfrey-June.

Here’s to better health…..

Affordable Summer Kaftans & Dresses

Most people who know me know that I’ve never been into wearing dresses or kaftans. But something happened to me last September on my trip to Maui. I think because it was so hot that I finally bought kaftan’s from BlueGinger. They are under $200 and colorful, one reason why I hesitated was the colorful part, I tend to wear black, like a lot. I felt so comfortable wearing kaftans that now I collect them, I collect all kinds, from all brands and price-points.

I especially like the ones I can wash/wear, now that it’s summer I pulled them out and rotate them. I either wear them with Cuyana soft pants underneath or boy shorts. I like sitting anyway I want without being a source of entertainment.

I love buying summer dresses and kaftans from H&M, they are under $60 and wash/wear.

You can wear them around the house or run errands. Now I just have to keep my pedicure maintained and I can wear whatever shoes I want.

Here’s to Summer dressing…….