I think we all have our own guilty pleasures in life, whether it be with food, beauty products, clothing, music, and movies.
I think we all have our own guilty pleasures in life, whether it be with food, beauty products, clothing, music, and movies. I mean I just sat downstairs and watched Netflix’s Umbrella Academy (really good btw) and ate my dill, sea salt, an olive oil triscuits. I’m a weirdo I know!
My guilty pleasures when it comes to junk food and fast food (I don’t eat that a lot) but when I do, my go to is usually and the typical places we love.
Food~
1. Taco Bell! I can eat Taco Bell and never experience issues. It’ actually saved me from hangovers in the past I believe too.
2. Wendy’s, I can not eat McDonalds and I really can’t eat Burger King either. So Wendy’s if I’m craving a cheeseburger and fries. Don’t get me wrong I love Five Guys but whoa those calories are really high. So that’s a once a year if that type of indulge.
3. Chinese food is also one of my favorites. My Boyfriend and I usually split steamed Gyoza (dumplings) and then I’ll get Chicken Egg Foo Young. I’ve known that all my life and it looks a little odd to most people but once they taste it they are usually hooked! Love me some won ton soup when it’s cold out and it has also helped me with colds. So a good soup to have if you are feeling a little under the weather, and drink the broth!
4. These fried foods I was able to eat more of when I was young and now only once in a while, but Mozzarella Sticks, Fried Mushrooms, Fried Pickles, or Steak Fries with ranch dressing!
Ok, I am so glad I ate before typing all that!
Drinks~
1. Wine Duh! I am more of a red wine drinker but I do like me a nice crisp white from time to time. Especially with a nice salmon dinner and risotto. I could give food pairings all night long, but I’ll save that for another blog. Reds that are a definite yes though are, Tempranillo and Grenache reds!
2. The Mayo Margarita from Cinco De Mayo in Westminster Maryland. Tequila and Sangria mixed on the rocks with salt! Add some chips and their fresh homemade guacamole and fajitas and it’s a very satisfying night! Plus the service is amazing!!
3. I won’t deny that every once in a while I will drink a coke. I rarely crave it and I usually can’t drink a full one, plus I know it’s bad for my skin, so for a good carbonated replacement, I really enjoy bubbly by Pepsi in the cherry or strawberry flavors.
4. For breakfast I prefer a nice fancy coffee, either expresso or French pressed, there is a nice difference then just your basic coffee. Sunday brunch will usually be a mimosa thrown in with my coffee as well!
Beauty and Makeup products~
1. So lately it’s been all about skin, so I will admit that I will splurge on skin care. I love expensive moisturizer and I wish I had used it more in my 20’s but that’s ok, I’m doing it now! I use Rodial stem cell Moisturizer and I buy that at ULTA, online only though. And I will forever love La Mer’s Moisturizing soft cream! Expensive but worth the splurge to me. I mean hey, we only have one face!
2. MAC Lipsticks, I have always been a collector of lipsticks, I have A LOT! SO now that I work for MAC Cosmetics, I think it’s safe to say that their lipsticks are now my new guilty pleasure! The quality of those lipsticks rock too!! My favorites are crème in your coffee, modesty, Sakura, dangerous, pink pigeon, velvet teddy, O, Marrakesh, and Mandarin O in powder kiss formula. So many others but they are on the top of my list!
3. My most recent guilty pleasure I would have to say is Dysport. Now that’s not a cheap procedure and I won’t be able to get it done as much as I want, but I will stick with it. It helps my forehead wrinkles but I use to carry so much tension there because my muscles are strong there so dysport has really helped with my headaches.
Fashion~
1. So easy, Poshmark! I ended up scoring an amazing pair of Yves St. Laurent sunglasses for $43. You can find some really fantastic deals. You can counter offer and the seller wont receive payment until you receive the product first, which is nice. I wish I could purchase more on there but I’m trying to not impulse buy on there. But seriously check it out and if you have stuff in your closet that is lightly worn and in good shape, or items still have tags and you wont ever wear it, sell it! Give it a good home and make money doing it! P.S I throw a thank you note and mini MAC lipstick in with mine!
2. Vici Dolls and JLUXLABEL, find them on IG. I love the quality, prices and styles of these two brands. Vici is very cute and classic, with trendy pieces and JLUXLABEL, is very editorial and sexy! I love introducing people to these 2 brands! Never disappointed!
3. Last and of course Nordstrom. Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack and Hautelook, are the places I can always find that one piece I’m looking for. I always get lucky with the Anniversary sale and since I have a store card with them, I get early access and score items before they sell out! Recommend the credit card if it’s something you can manage. Free shipping always too!! Always a bonus!
Music~
1. Shocking but I have always loved….Wait for it…Marilyn Manson! Something about his voice and music I just love. Saw him in concert and I had an amazing time. I’m hopefully seeing him again in July with my awesome coworker Maddie and Rob Zombie is joining him. I’m so pumped! Marilyn may be a little eccentric but I think deep down he has a big heart. I mean he does give a majority of his money to his parents. Besides I like all types of people, how else would we see the whole world for what it is?!
2. Melody Gardot, an amazing jazz blues singer with an interesting story. Injured in a bad car accident, she punctured her vocal chords, however after she healed from that and major back injuries she started to sing as a therapy for herself. Little did anyone know that her injury gave her the most beautiful voice ever. I hope to see her live one day. “Your heart is as black as night” is my all time favorite song, besides from The Eagles “Hotel California.”
Movies~
1. Sex and the City, yes, yes, yes!! I love all the seasons and I can watch the over and over and I’m so glad they came and did two movies for it! I love all the characters and I think a lot of women can relate a little to each one. This is a guilty pleasure binger.
2. John Wick movies. Whoever knows me, knows I love love love Keanu Reeves. He’s been my favorite male actor all my life. I think he is an amazing human being and I pray I get the pleasure of meeting him one day and hopefully he won’t think I’m too obsessed to get a hug. Don’t worry everyone, I’ll play it cool and happy cry later. At least I hope it goes that way, knowing me I’ll go silent and pass out.
3. Under the Tuscan Sun. I could watch this movie everyday. I don’t know if it’s because I’m a hopeless romantic, or I just am dying to go to Tuscany one day. But either way it’s my favorite most under rated romantic movie ever! If you haven’t watched this yet, please do.
I loved sharing my guilty pleasures with you all, and I don’t think they are too bad, maybe just the food and drinks, but I can’t help but love what brings me joy from time to time. So don’t feel guilty ordering mozzarella sticks with your pizza while you binge watch your favorite tv show on Netflix. If it brings you joy that’s all that matters!
Enjoy your weekend everyone!