F21 & ULTA HAUL//

For my birthday my mom usually sends me money in the form of a Visa gift card. Since that can't be used on bills (even though it is 2015), I decided to go shopping. I got a couple of cute clothing items and picked up some beauty essentials for this poor 22 year old.

Forever 21//

I picked up these super cute stretchy print shorts that I have been eying every time I walk through the store. They're so comfortable and flowy, which will be perfect for the hot and humid summers here in North Carolina.
I also got these high waisted black shorts (a staple in every girl's closet). I (tried to) promise myself that I wouldn't buy anything black this summer, since that's the main shade of clothing that I own BUT I caved when I saw them.
This cute cream colored tank I picked up went perfectly with both pairs of shorts. Choosing an outfit in stores helps make sure I have something to match with the clothing I pick out. I can't tell you how many times I have bought the cutest printed shorts and find I have nothing to match with them at home. That only results in lonely, never worn clothes in the back of my closet.

I've been crushing on rose gold and gold jewelry lately, and I'm also a lush for geometric shapes. This necklace was so cute I could not resist making it mine. ^^ Usually I try and stay away from necklaces because they tend to get stuck around my chest dermal but if I pair this beauty with a higher cut top, it shouldn't cause any issues.

Ulta//

I went in searching for an eyeshadow primer and a heat protecting spray for my hair and of course I came out with more than just those two items. Not Your Mother's brand was on sale for BOGO 50% off, so what a perfect chance to pick up the dry shampoo I've been meaning to try! I have never used this brand before but I have heard nothing but good things about them. Then onto searching for an eyeshadow primer; NYX has never failed me before, so instead of spending an easy $20 on Urban Decay as usual, I decided to give them a chance. Finally I was on my way out the door when I saw Boi-ing by Benefit cosmetics and talked myself into needing a new under eye concealer so that I could try it. From reading other reviews on it, it looks to be a marvelous product, but I have yet to try it out myself. 

I'm happy with my little haul and I hope you enjoyed reading about it! Please feel free to follow me on other social media to get to know more about me. ^^