Nighttime walks on the beach are a staple while on vacation.  The whole family would traipse all the way across the street and walk along the sand and boardwalk taking photos.  Unfortunately we had some rainy nights so we didn't take as many walks as usual.  BUT we luckily had a full moon during the trip and got some great photos!  I pretty much lived in this cashmere sweater at night and on the last 2 days of the trip when it was cold and rainy.  I was lucky enough to win it in Amy's giveaway a couple weeks ago and it arrived just in time to take along.

Song of the Day: Night Moves by Bob Seger

Cashmere Hoodie: Subtle Luxury (giveaway win), Shorts: both from Zara, Flip Flops: from Myrtle Beach

I love the beach. The sound of the waves, the nice breeze, the cute lifeguards. Ha ha.  It's so nice to just relax and sit in a chair reading a magazine, or lay on a blanket and get sunburn.  I burned for the first time in a looong time this year, but it only lasted a couple days and turned into a tan.

Song of the Day: Surfin' U.S.A. by The Beach Boys

Bikini: Marc by Marc Jacobs, One-piece: Michael Kors

Welcome to the first of many vacation posts! Here is what I wore for the 2 hour drive to our beach house in Rhode Island. When I say our, I mean the house we rented for the week. I wish we owned house on the beach.  The house is literally right across the street from the beach, so we just wake up and walk right over! It also makes night walks on the small boardwalk convenient (more on that later.)  These photos were taken in Galilee when we first arrived. We were a little early to pick up our keys so we hung out on the rocks and had lunch there.

Song of the Day: Down to the Waterline by Dire Straits

Tee: Banana Republic, Shorts: Zara, Sandals: Ancient Greek 'Ikaria', Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls),  Belt: Kenneth Cole Reaction (Marshalls), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage & Mom's

I have been on vacation in Rhode Island this whole week without my computer so today's This Week in Fashion will be a little different.  Below are some photos of what I packed for my trip.  You will get full outfit posts for hopefully a few of these when I return!

I hope you enjoyed this week's posts, I slowly did them over the last month so I would be prepared for vacation and not have to worry about keeping you ladies entertained! It pays to think ahead in cases like these! See you on Monday! ;)

Various pieces from Zara, Current/Elliott, Subtly Luxury, Everlane and Ralph Lauren

AB Studio, Marc by Marc Jacobs & ELLE

Ancient Greek Sandals, Steve Madden, Seychelles

coverups, Marc by Marc Jacobs, XOXO & Michael Kors

Some of you may recall that back in May I attended a Birchbox event for the launch of Caudalie Divine Legs.  At the event I bought a set of sample sized products to try out. After using them for the past couple months they have become some of my favorite products, I have already had to re-buy a one of them and foresee buying again in the future. When we're talking about me and makeup/skincare, that's a big deal.  Most of my beauty products have come in the form of free samples, gifts or to review and I don't repurchase because I'm not big into spending money on beauty products.

If you want to try smaller sizes of all the products to see how you like them, you can get the Caudalie Favorites set (like I did) for only $32! It comes with: Lip Conditioner (0.14 oz), Cleansing Water (3.4 oz), Divine Oil (0.5 oz), Hand and Nail cream (1 oz) and Beauty Elixir (1 oz).

Caudalie Cleansing Water/Makeup Remover ($14, available in other sizes) - By far my favorite product of the bunch. I use it every night to remove my makeup.  I use Shiseido Makeup Facial Cotton to apply it and it is amazing. The makeup comes off nice and easy and my skin feels super fresh afterward.

Caudalie Divine Oil ($32, available in other sizes) -This oil is magical, I use it on my legs after I take a shower or if I'm wearing a skirt/dress and it makes them so shiny and pretty!  It also has some SPF in it to block UVA and UVB, according to my dad. (He's a chemist and I had him read the ingredients.)  This is one of Caudalie's most famous products and I definitely see why. You only need a small amount and your legs are transformed from dull and dry to silky and shiny.


Caudalie Beauty Elixir ($18, available in other sizes) - This is a very interesting product. You spray it on your face before putting on moisturizer and your makeup.  It has a very fresh, minty-ish, scent that I really enjoy, but some people find it too strong.  You can also use it throughout the day to refresh your skin and set your makeup.

Caudalie Hand and Nail Cream ($15) - I haven't been using this as much, because I have so many other hand creams, but it is definitely in my rotation. It hydrates the skin really well and doesn't leave your skin feeling oily.

* I was not compensated in any way for this post. I wanted to promote the brand because I like their products.