Links I Love

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But first, coffee. A lot of coffee. 

It's the 8th of August, deadlines are upon us, school is almost back in session, summer is winding down, but so much good is left to be squeezed out of these next few weeks. It's time for the Olympics and America being united in excitement rather than hatred. If you want basically live updates and recaps of my favorite Olympic games, connect with me on Social Media -- I'll try to keep it entertaining. 

Just a reminder to those applying to be Great Vibes Guide Interns: all applications must be in by August 19th; I'll be sending out responses the following week. Can't wait to read what everyone has to say and connect with my new team! Xx. 

Let's not wait any longer ... here are nine of my favorite links from around the web this weekend! 

1. Loving the looks from Wednesday and Friday. 

2. I recently changed my part from side to center, and WOW it makes a difference. 

3. Pretty in love with Simone Biles and this interactive article. 

4. Yasssss these diverse emojis are *fire emoji*X3 . 

5. I'm thinking black velvet for my quick and easy choker necklace. 

6. These Olympic women are stealing Rio. 

7. This wallpaper is amazing. I think it would be great in a small powder room with gold accents, no? 

8. This carpool karaoke had me feeling major FOMO. 

9. These popsicles. What. 

Cheers to another seven days of coffee, green juices, wine, & repeat! Xx. 

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Who Pays on a First Date?

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Awkward moment avoided. 

Note from the Editor: This is a new series called Weekly Niceties. It's bits of etiquette, finer details, and an emphasis on infusing class into the 21st century in a non-stodgy way.Cheers! Xx. 

This is a sticky situation for two reasons. One, it brings up the topic of money and the questions that come with having money (or not having it), and two, it requires a little initiative and willingness to be momentarily uncomfortable. Both of these already have me cringing, but after our last Weekly Niceties post about Dating Basics, you know I've had my fair share of first date dinner bills, so I'm here to offer up some advice. 

First, breathe. It is a minute out of a probably excellent date where you have to handle something very adult. You can do it. Just take a deep breath.

And then follow this super simple tip:

Regardless of your expectation of who pays, lead with the line, "shall we split the bill?". I would say 95% of the time, your date will decline your offer, but for that five percent, you no longer look like you're just there for free food and drinks (which hopefully you are not). You could also offer to pay it in it's entirety, but asking to split is an excellent compromise if you do not have the means or the desire to cover the bill. Personally, I always make sure to have enough money in my bank account to pay the whole night in case of extenuating circumstances, bad dates, or just to be on the safe side.

+ All advice aside, do you normally pay or split on a first date?

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This Just In: Watermelon

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It's National Watermelon Day!

Who the heck chooses these "holidays" (and how can I get on this committee)? I love watermelon a little more than average, so I thought we could celebrate this magical day with some of the ways watermelon has woven itself into our 2016 culture. How do you incorporate watermelon into your life? 

Watermelon Inspired Makeup

+ What's your favorite? 

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