Where I've Been

Hey, fellow Shy Children! For a lot of you, you guys have been following me and reading my blog since the very beginning and i really think you for that. I also have a lot of new readers and you guys have only seen a little bit from me since i have been a little MIA.  I'm basically writing this post update to give you all an explanation to why i have been missing from all of Social Media and even on here, my blog.

Playlist: Summer 2017

 "Calm Down"
G-Eazy

"Lost Boy"
Ruth B

 "Mask Off"

 Future

"Do Re Mi"

Blackbear ft Gucci Mane

What to wear: Summer Wedding As A Guest

Yes, you guest it! Its wedding season and the most difficult situation you have is trying to figure out what to wear as a guest in attendance. Well, i am here to help you out by breaking everything down into smaller visions. Because i know you brain is going everywhere right now and to be honest a lot of it is self doubt. But don't worry, get a pen and paper and lets go over some key questions.

Mod About Cuteness

This post is in Partnership with ModCloth, but all opinions are genuinely my own. 

Shirt: Pam Breeze-ly Long Sleeve | Flats: Modernist Mouse | Ring: The Bolder the Better  

#ReadWithCort: #Girlboss By Sophia Amoruso (Book Review)

I have put off reading this book for so long! I bought this book back in January 2017 and my plan was to read it for April-May 2017...that didn't happen. So at the end of June to now is when the reading began. I thought it would be more of  a business advice book, walking me though guided steps of success and that is not what i got from this book. 

Daily Goodie Box: July Products and Review

  Hey, fellow Shy Children!
Today i will be reviewing July's Daily Goodie Box. Did you sign up? Remember its FREE! This months box was filled with amazing products ranging from food items, to drinks and even beauty and health. There was probably one product i didnt really like but for a whole box i do have to say that's pretty good. Also, everything seemed to be GMO Free and Organic but

Power Weekend

Happy Monday Friends! 

This weekend was dedicated to getting things done. That being said, i did do a lot of shopping; even though it was affordable because i ran out of a lot of stuff and it just had to be done. I did pick up some planner supplies and organization stuff, still need to get that set up.One of the thinks i really wanted to do this weekend was go to the movies to see "Wonder Woman".

Glassesshop Trendy Eyewear

Glasses, glasses, glasses, one of the things a lot of use have to wear and cant live without. But with the price of Prescription lenses and frames going up, its getting more real then some might think. I know for myself even with Insurance, i have to pay a high out of pocket fee just to cover my special eye exam and that's not even adding in the cost for the actual eye wear itself. I don't know about you but i don't have tons of money to spend on glasses every year. So, that's when you have to work around the problem/situation and find an alternative, in my case its Glassesshop.com .  

My Birthday Wish List

Dollar Tree Beauty Test: Beauty Benefits Pressed Powder, Mascara and Lipgloss

  Today I bring to you, another Dollar Tree Beauty Test. This Beauty Test almost didn't happen due to the fact of  my local Dollar Tree lacking anything new. I went to the beauty section to find a lot of empty stands and products that looked like cheap junk or things i have already used and hated. until i look up and what did i see on top of the nail polishes... one lonely cute packaging Lip Gloss. At this point i thought i hit the jackpot or struck gold in this dry store. So i put that one lonely product in my basket with the intentions of it being the only Dollar Tree beauty product i would be testing for you. But there is light at the end of the tunnel (or in this case isle) a whole display case of very cute packaged products called BeautyBenefits. You would have thought you was in a Walgreens, CVS or Ulta at this point... so i had to grave more!

July 4th Aftermath

  I woke up this morning feeling super tired from the day before, that we all know was The Fourth of July aka America's Independence Day. I dont know why July 4th with this family has to be an all day thing. I was up at the crack of dawn and didnt got to sleep tell midnight. But a part of me thought i was extra boujee because i put on this outfit and thought Chanel Coco Mademoiselle perfume was a perfect match... who do i think i am.

Introduction To: PlanWithCort

Hey, fellow Shy Children!

Today i am bring to you a bit of new information...(if you follow me on SnapChat, its not really new). I have been talking about my planner and planning for the longest time on Snapchat, YouTube, and even on here Fashion Shy Child. For that same amount of time, i always thought it would be a bad idea to introduce planning to such a fashion/beauty dominated community, i created through Fashion Shy Child. But in reality, planning and organization is what keeps this blog going and to stay on the right track.

What's On My IPhone 6S Plus

Ever been so curious to know what's on your favorite Bloggers IPhone or phone in general? Well your not alone! A persons cell phone is literally their second baby and to some probably even their first. As a culture and community we live on our phones, by spending mostly every waking day checking social media, making plans and replying back to the people that care about us and our content.

That is why i decided to

Hypnotized

  When editing these photo's i realized how hypnotizing this dress can be... i hope I'm not making you dizzy or sick. But welcome to my roller coaster! This past week and weekend i did a lot of thinking about life, FashionShyChild and my overall well being and happiness. Because lets face it, life is short when it comes to different aspects and having some type of plan and direction makes me feel at ease and more happier.  That being said, in little less than a month it will be my Birthday. Im not turning

Daily Goodie Box: June Products and Review

Hey, fellow Shy Children!    Today i am bring to you another Daily Goodie Box Review. This is the June box and health and wellness should have been the theme. Everything that came in the box was very healthy and clean at that. I got to test out and discover some brands and products i never seen or heard of before and i had a very nice experiences with basically everything in the box. So i guess its safe to say that this was a very successful box.  

Father's Day Gift Guide

*This post contains Amazon Affiliate Links, which means I receive commission if you make a purchase using my links. 

Clouds and Blue Skies

Happy Monday! First thing i would like to get out the way and say. The day i took these photos, it was super beautiful (as you can see) but that all changed! All of a sudden it started to get dark, you could hear thunder and then it rained... Yep, That California Valley Life! But other than that, this weekend was very chill. I got a lot of much needed sleep because if you know, that has been very hard for me. I have been looking at new cars on the market now because where i live you have to have a car. There is nothing close and everything

Dollar Tree Beauty Test: L.A. Colors Bold Eyes Eyeshadow & L.A. Colors Bold Lash Mascara

Today I'm bring to you another Dollar Tree Beauty Test. These products i did purchase back in April when i made a huge Dollar Tree beauty section purchase and im just now getting around to sharing my experience with you. I will be breaking down my thoughts on L.A. Colors Bold Eyes Eyeshadow & L.A. Colors Bold Lash Mascara. That being said this has given me over enough time to really tell you what i think about the two products. But one of the things is very noticeable... they are from the same company L.A. Colors, so this should be interesting.
So lets break the products down and see if its worth buying and using.

Mask Off

Top: Hollister Co. | Jeans: Charlotte Russe | Sandals: Torrid | Eyeglasses: Glassesshop.com | Necklace: MyNameNecklace.com   I'm not hiding it anymore! I have been having the worst time sleeping for almost a year now. It's not that i cant stay asleep, that would be the least of it, its the fact that i cant get to sleep.  At first i was just dealing with it, staying up all night and going to sleep in the A.M. hours. The only thing with that is, when its day time i feel like i need to due something... work, get a post up...something.  I have now turn to Sleeping Medicine, Melatonin to be exact in gummy or powder form.

Goals for June 2017

Opening my planner and actually realizing that its already June, kinda scared me... im not going to lie!  It made me think about all the months that pasted by, that i kept telling myself  i am going to get organized and not give up on my Mini Happy Planner, even though i came to realize that this size is a bit to small for me. Last month in secret i came up with monthly Social Media goals that i wanted to accomplish. Mainly about the numbers of  people i can reach because we should all know by now this is a numbers game, even though the effect you have on people is way more important than that. But a lot of my Social Outcomes doesn't reflect how many people i

My Skin Care With Nip + Fab

Disclosure: This post is in partnership with Collectively & @Nipandfab. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. #Nipandfab #ad
When it comes to my skin care routine, its something i don't play around with. I have a day and a night routine that i do religiously and have to do if i want to keep my skin looking nice and young... because lets face it, I'm getting older but my skin doesn't have to look my real age and neither does yours. I know a lot of the time in the Beauty community and world, we tend to focus on make up products and things that can help cover up problem areas instead of really focusing on how we are taking care of the foundation... the skin. That being said Nip + Fab has played a big part in my skin care routine and has even knocked some of the products i was using out the way. Today i am going to share with you four  Nip + Fab products that i love and how they fit into my Day and Night Routine. If you are interested in ANY of the products, they are available at: @cvspharmacy and @ultabeauty.

Class of 2017 Gift Guide

Blazing Heat

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Tank Top: Altamont | Jeans: Charlotte Russe | Slides: Adidas Adilette | Sunglasses: Forever21 (similar here) | Earrings: ShopmissA (similar here) | Tumbler Cup: Starbucks 16oz | Lipstick: Gerard Cosmetics "Buttercup"

My Summer Bucket List

 

 On my free time i like to do a lot of YouTube watching, long with Travel Vloggers/Bloggers and company sponsored trips. With all of this watching, viewing and excitement it of course got me thinking how i have nothing planned for this upcoming summer.

On of my New Years Goals was to "Be At Peace". To some that can be very generic but for myself it means a lot and can be broaden. I'm an Introverted shy kid that really enjoys

Laced Love

 

 Hope you all had a wonderful weekend!

This weekend for us in the United States was Mother's Day and i made sure ahead of time my mom got her card, so that was great. But before that, if you have been following my blog since it started you know that i have been in a relationship for what i feel like has been forever and on the 13th is the day that we celebrated our 6 years together. I'm still kinda confused on how it only been 6 years, but when i think also about Fashion Shy Child its still a young baby to me.

Mother's Day Gift Guide 2017

I ♥ Spring TAG!

{Photo from #OOTD "Sunny Thursday"}

Since Spring is in full effect and Summer is fast approaching, i thought it would be a great idea to share with you my answers to the I ♥ Spring TAG! This way you can get to know me more and see what my summer is most likely going to look like. I found this TAG through YouTube and it seems to be something that was trending 4 years ago. So if you would like to answer these questions and share them with me that would be cool.

The Questions!

Daily Goodie Box: April Products and Review

Hey, fellow Shy Children!
Today i am bring to you another Daily Goodie Box Review. This is the April box and all around it was a pretty good box. I got to test out products that i wouldn't normally buy and brands that i never heard of before, Thats probably one of the main things i like about getting these boxes and the fact that i can share my thoughts and opinions with you all. 
So lets get into what products was in this April Daily Goodie Box and how i feel about them.

tres leche

With Cinco de Mayo coming up all i can think about is a Tres Leche Cake. I don't know what it is but that just sounds really good right now and when i look at this top i am wearing, that is what it reminds me of... very random but so very true or i have gone mad. One advantage that i have is, living in a well populated town that seems to specialize in Mexican food. Its nothing like the Bay Area but it does have a lot of Mexican stores and supermarkets that i know will be making and selling great Tres Leches.
What have you been craving?

Products That Caught My Eye

Why I Stopped Talking About My Weight

If you have been ready my blog for a while, you know back in 2015 i wanted to lose weight and get back to being comfortable at a good weight that was right for me. I shared my weight, progress and thoughts with you all until one day it just stopped and know one new anything That was going on. I basically stopped talking about it and moved on to other topics... or so you thought!
That being said, today im going to let you know the truth on why i stopped talking about my weight. Its going to be hard for me to share this information since it is a very personal subject and topic... but here you go...

It's best ToSave

I'm always on the look out for great bargains and anyway i can save a few extra bucks and get the things i need/want is always a great thing. So a few months back i was contacted via email by a company called Tosave.com . I had no clue what the company was about but from the title i new it had something to do with saving and that alone caught my attention. So i read the email and did some investigating on my own like i always do.  That being said Tosave.com is a website that specialize in offering amazing great deals on trending Beauty and Fashion items. Think of it as an Amazon but cheaper. Very easy to navagate through and has so many sections and items to choose from. I was able to pick out three items

Spring Vibes

I dont know what it is but i have been in a great Spring mood. Even though this Easter Weekend was all types of rain and storms, i didn't let that damper my feelings. Because what does the old saying say... April Showers brings May Flowers! 

#ReadingWithCort: L.A. Candy By Lauren Conrad (Book Review)

Compared to the last book i read, I Think I Love You by Allison Pearson this book was also a young read but something i could get through and actually enjoyed. I did have two versions of the book, so hard cover copy and the Audible listening. I did use both to get through this novel for time reasons but i think i enjoyed the Audible version better since Lauren herself was reading the book.

Dollar Tree Beauty Test: Wet n Wild Fergie Creme Liner & Sassy + Chic Blending Sponge

Today im bring to you another Dollar Tree Beauty Test. This trip to me was something special, even though at first it didn't end up that way. When i walked into Dollar Tree and went to there beauty section to see if there was anything new or interesting to try i only found the Sassy + Chic Blending Sponge... in a variety of different colors i must add. I was kind of disappointed because i didnt want to just find one item to review for you. But that all changed near check out! Someone decided that they didnt want the Wet n Wild Fergie Cream Liner, So i graved it off of the checkout end cap, added it to my basket and here we are today reviewing each of the items.
So lets break the products down and see if its worth buying and using.

Dreaming Of Santa Monica

For a couple of weeks now, i have been really thinking about how great a vacation or getaway sounds. I even find myself watching Travel Vlogs and wishing i was there with them. With this sprung of an obsession, i do have to say i found some great Blogs/Vlogs... World Of Wanderlust, Erik Conover, Fly With Stella to name a few.

Tour My Beauty Stand

Hey fellow Shy Children! One of the most asked questions i get asked across a wide variety of platforms is, what i keep on top of my Alex 9 draws. I know in my videos or in blog post you can only see a bare minimum, but it has caught a lot of your attention and curiosity. So since its not a secret and i don't mind sharing, here is a mini tour. I hope this helps answer some of your questions to names of products and what they really look like. But if you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask, i am more than happy to answer. So lets watch the video and then after scroll down and all the products will be listed there. 

Bright Bright

I used to be one of the many that hates Daylight Savings Time. But all of that has changed since moving into this house. I talk about how dark my house is all the time on Snapchat and if you watch my Vlogs you know exactly, what I'm talking about, I swear you would think this house was made for Vampires or something. But don't get me wrong i like dark tones, its basically what i live in when it comes to my fashion. I just cant have my living environment being the same.

Dollar Tree Beauty Test: Dark Spot Corrector and Moisturizing Foundation

Testing products from Dollar Tree has always been a favorite of mine. I love finding inexpensive things that actually work and sharing the find with the people around me. Since i do a lot of Dollar Tree shopping and testing, i thought why not share some beauty finds with you and give my honest opinion just like i would to my family and friends. This trip i picked out two products that i felt would benefit a lot of us and help with our skin looking its absolute best. So i went with Skin Nutritions new york Age Defy Ultimate Dark Spot Corrector and Sassy + Chic Moisturizing Foundation.  So lets break the products down and see if its worth buying and using.

Workout Outfit | Inspo

When it comes to working out, one of the things i slack in is the outfit department. I dont have ANY workout clothes and for a while i was perfectly fine with that. I validated my reason for not getting any by stating, "I only workout inside the comforts of my own home, I dont got to a gym." Or "I will get something that looks nice if i can keep up with working out, let me lose 15lb and i will reward myself that way."

I'm Going On A Trip

Jacket: Forever21 (Similar Here) | Jeans: Charlette Russe | Sandals: Adidas Adilette Slide | Sunglasses: Forever21 (Similar Here) | Purse: Target Mossimo Satchel

This weekend (Sunday to be exact) I will be going on a little trip. Its not going to be for long since it is a day trip for an event my best friend is having and im so excited. That means i will finally be heading back to The Bay Area. I haven't been to The Bay since i moved out here and that was almost 3 years ago. 

#ReadingWithCort: I Think I Love You By Allison Pearson (Book Review)

Where do i even start with this book!? I wanted to read something for February that was love related, to go with the months theme but this book was such a mistake on so many different levels. Im not going to have you wait and wonder what i think, I'm just going to hop right into it by first saying i didn't finish the book or even get half way into it. 
Here is why...

DAILY GOODIE BOX: FEBRUARY PRODUCTS AND REVIEW

Hey fellow Shy Children!
February is now at the end point of leaving us and you know what that means... Daily Goodie Box Products and Review time. If you have ever been interested in seeing what i get in my Goodie Box before these types of post go up, make sure to follow YouTube. That's where i always do an unboxing video and even share a little input before testing. Other than that, this box was amazing! I had no repeat products and everything in box was something new to me. I did get a lot of food products this time and i decided to test them in a video for you all.  

Fake It Tell You Make It

Cardigan: Forever21 | Top: Charlotte Russe | Skirt: Charlotte Russe | Shoes: Vans | Sunglasses: Forever21 (similar here) | Necklace: (similar here) | Lipstick: L.A. Girl Glazed Lip Paint Tempt

When it comes to taking outfit photos and posing for the camera, i don't see myself as a wanna be model or photogenic. I just do what feels good to me and go with it. I guess you can say im faking it to make it but if that's what it takes to make others feel motivated and confident, im all for it. 

Top Five

{Roses, Cider & Chocolates the Boo got me}

I know Valentines Day was little over a week ago now but i didn't post anything about it except on Snapchat. Since i have been blogging for 5 years now, i noticed that i plan, work and think about special or important days instead

Criss Cross

Top: Charlotte Russe | Jacket: Forever21 | Jeans: Charlotte Russe | Shoes: Vans | Lipstick: L.A. Girl Matte Flat Velvet "Raven" | Septum Ring: Amazon

This weekend was very low key and chill. A lot of resting, Netflix and playing with makeup. I also got to test out and try this top i got from Charlotte Russe. I do have to say i am in love and would so much love to get more camisole like this. The criss cross makes it less basic and more stylish. It gives you a bit of sexy without looking like your trying so hard.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding

Snapchat is one of the places where i share basically everything that happens in my everyday life... Its just easy for me and you all get to see it in real time, unlike blogger where everything takes time and is basically planned out.

 Last year i said in a snap (while eating chia seed pudding) that i should share with you all how i make it. Well i didnt get around to doing that. I would forget and i would be basically already done before remembering that i was suppose to take picture of the steps. Then very randomly i received The Chia Co Chia Shots inside a Daily Goodie Box and a month before that PBfit Peanut butter and Wild Chocolate Powder. I new this was a sign for me to share how i make Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Seed Pudding and since my viewer friends are all different ages and this recipe is very simple, i know everyone would be able to make it. 

So lets just jump right into it....

Can't Even

Top: Charlotte Russe | Jeans:Charlotte Russe | Shoes:Vans | Bag: Target
This outfit and shirt goes perfectly with how the beginning of this year has gone... i CAN'T EVEN deal! With a splash of fun and video games on my shoes. 
More important news is, i have finally went shopping at Charlotte Russe for the first time. I kinda think i visited the store years ago and i think i bought a purse from them but I'm not sure. I wanted to get some stuff from them mainly because i know they have that new plus size section and i wanted to see how the quality and fit was compared to forever21. I do have to say i am very happy with everything and a YouTube video will be up sometimes this week. 

Nip + Fab Skincare Product Review

When it comes to testing out new interesting products, I'm completely for it. Exceptionally when i can give my own opinion on what i think about the product. 

So around the holiday season i was sent these five products to test out. At first i didn't have a clue what the brand was but i remember hearing and seeing talks about it from UK bloggers/vloggers and if i remember correctly Kylie Jenner was promoting the Bust Fix. But its hard to be for sure since she promotes and talks about so much stuff.

When Distractions Takes Over

January has been nothing but a huge detraction! Back in December i felt like i had everything together. I was motivated and very ambitious to making my New Year way better then what the last year was. I had my plans all set, new planner and the mind set to concur the world... or so i thought!
On January second i published my goals for the New Year and after that life took over in the most craziest way ever. I was being put down by the people around me. Was it unknowingly or intellectually i don't know. All i know is that it effected my mood. I was waking up later than i wanted too.. 9am to be exact to plan/have an idea i wanted to do for that day... but from the pictures we all know when that turn hit.