:: High Five For Friday ::

Erica Diaz July 20, 2012

I hope you enjoyed getting to peak into my suite case while I have been away. If you missed the Siesta Suitcase Series, you can check it out: Day 1 - Day 2 - Day 3 - Day 4.

I have 3 more days here & I'm hoping they go by slowly. Can't we just stay on vacation forever?? But then would we still consider it vacation??

Anyway, let's link up with Lauren @ My Grey Desk and get on with this weeks Top 5 {Siesta Key Style}.

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1. Got to wake up & do whatever instead of the usual, getting ready for work. I guess that means I would rather hop on the counter take pictures everyday? Yeah I guess so.

2. Got to sit at the edge of the Gulf of Mexico for 7 days straight!!

3. Got to eat some Georgia Peach ice cream from Kilwins!

4. Got to work on some major wedding plans!!

5. Got to spend an abundance of time with this face. I love him! Can we just get married already??

Hope you guys have a beautiful & event filled weekend!! Why don't you try to get out & soak up some summer sun! July will be over before you know it.

Sweet Day!

Siesta Key: Summer Reading

Erica Diaz July 19, 2012

Welcome to my suitcase Day 4.

Most favorite magazine of all time.....

Monday- Clothing

Tuesday- Bathing Suites

Wednesday- Products

Thursday- Summer Reading

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one: Coastal Living

If you haven't had a chance to check out this magazine, it's definitely a must! Every time I read it, I instantly feel like I am on vacation. It's always packed with great coastal decor, recipes & travel.

two: Better Homes and Gardens

This one is a classic for me. I have been reading this magazine for almost 3 years now. My favorite article in this month's issue is all about bloggers who find great bargains! How awesome is that?

three: House Beautiful

Although I consider this magazine to have mostly modern designs (not my style) I still like the decorating advice it gives....painting, accessorizing, furniture placement etc.

four: A Woman Who Trusts God

I am totally loving this summer read right now. I love reading books that improve my life. This book is taking me through the book of Philippians and teaching me how to fully lean on God & trust Him.

Can you tell I am in a total decorating craze for the new house??

Siesta Key: Products

Erica Diaz July 18, 2012

Welcome to my suitcase Day 3.

Monday- Clothing

Tuesday- Bathing Suites

Wednesday- Products

Thursday- Summer Reading

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1. Body Splash (Very Sexy Now)
I love putting on a lighter spray after being in the sun all day long! This one is perfect because it is light, but still leaves me smelling fresh!

2. Face Wash (Mary Kay Velocity)
I started using this a few weeks ago & I really like it. It leaves my face very soft & this is especially good after having sunscreen on my face all day.

3. Moisturizer (Mary Kay Velocity)
To go along with the face wash, this product is great because it leaves my face cool. I have a semi sensitive face so aloe just doesn't cut it. This product leaves me hydrated, like I have aloe all over my face.

4. Sunscreen (Banana Boat SPF 15)

Normally, I do not put on that much sunscreen since I generally do not burn. I know, shame on me. But, I really do love this lower SPF product because it keeps me from getting too dark.

5. Body Butter (Tree Hut Coconut Lime)
Best product ever! Beach or no beach. It leaves your skin very soft & completely takes away dryness all day long. This is a great product for skin that has been in the sun all day.

6. Leave in Conditioner (It's a 10)
I really only use this product after a day at the beach. Since I have semi oily hair, this isn't the best product for me to use on a daily basis. I do like it though after I go into the ocean. It leaves it manageable for the next day.

7. Shampoo/Conditioner (Burt's Bees Very Volumizing)
Since I got the keratin treatment about a month ago, I had to switch over to sulfate free shampoo & conditioner. I really like how much volume these products give. I had to make sure that I brought a lot of it with me on this trip because I've been washing my hair everyday to clean out the salt and chlorine.

8. Hair Spray (Ion Volume Shaping Spray)
I love hairspray. It is the best thing to keep my hair in place without having the blow dry it all the way!

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So there you have it...my beach trip products.

Do you have any special beach products that work for you??

Siesta Key: Bathing Suites

Erica Diaz July 17, 2012

While I am vacationing at the beach this week, I wanted to make sure I left you feeling like you were on vacation too. Welcome to my suitcase Day 2.

Monday- Clothing

Tuesday- Bathing Suites

Wednesday- Products

Thursday- Summer Reading

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This year, I have to stick with bandeau tops because of my upcoming wedding. The less tan lines, the better!

:: 4 tops. 7 bottoms. 1 one piece ::

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Cover Up: Ralph Lauren Outlet // Top: Marshalls // Bottom: Venus Swimwear

Bath Suite: JCPenney

Cover Up: Old Navy // Top: Victoria's Secret // Bottom: Body Glove

Cover Up: Zara // Top: Victoria's Secret // Bottom: Victoria's Secret

Cover Up: Old Navy // Top: Target // Bottom: Target

Cover Up: Forever XXI // Top: Marshalls // Bottom: Marshalls

Cover Up: Forever XXI // Top: Victoria's Secret // Bottom: Venus Swimwear

Cover Up: Old Navy // Top: Forever XXI // Bottom: TJ Maxx

Siesta Key: Clothing

Erica Diaz July 16, 2012

This week, I am in Siesta Key with my family & fiance's family. I am looking forward to a lot of food, tanning, baking and swimming.

To keep you from feeling left out, I am going to share what I've packed in my suitcase all week long.

Monday- ~~Clothing~~

Tuesday- Bathing Suites

Wednesday- Products

Thursday- Summer Reading

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So on a typical beach vacation.... I wear bathing suites & coverups during the day and comfortable clothes at night. Perfect huh??

So here we go.. you are free to take a peak inside of my suitcase for the next 3 days.