August Bride Box

I received my August Bride Box a week ago. I am a little behind on my blog post.
Also Saturday was my 27th birthday! It was an amazing birthday weekend and couldn't have asked  for anything better! Friday night Josh took me Bonefish Grill for dinner. Saturday mom made me empanadas and I have my friends come over for dinner also. After dinner we went out to a hookah bar. Sunday morning we went back to Bonefish for brunch, with endless mimosas! YUM! Then the big finale of the weekend was a Backstreet Boys reunion concert. I felt like I was 12 all over again! I squealed and sang along with almost every song and I had a goofy, blissful smile on the entire time! :)

So back to the Bride Box. I got my shipping confirmation in my email almost 2 weeks ago, but it took a while for the box to actually get on the move, but it final arrived!

The info card. The theme this month was "Beautify You"

 

Sample size tinted moisturizer

Apothederm Anti-aging skin care

I guess I can start an anti-aging regiment at any time, why not before my big day

Tucker Hill- Bubble bath

These look so nice and relaxing. I can't wait to get into the bath tub with some wine or champagne

Zosimos Botanicals- natural beauty

The left is a small (sample size) lip gloss, its a great small size to store almost anywhere. I'm not sure about the color in the tube, it looks a little dark, but I haven't tried it on yet. The left is an eye shadow color is purple, but I especially love the lose power eye shadows that's always what I find myself using the most.

Willow Tree Minerals- finishing veil powder

I am excited to use this. Its a finishing powder to put on top of your makeup when you are finished to help minimize pores & shine.

Noell Desiree earrings

I love these. Although I don't often wear dangles, these seem like a lot of fun and they are a pale yellow. Now I already have my earrings picked out for my wedding. I may be wearing these for the bridal shower and rehearsal

 

 

Also included in the box was a $15 gift certificate for Hearts. I browsed their site quickly, but I'm sure I can find something to spend my certificate on.

 

Was this my favorite box? No, but I still love the concept of The Bride Box and I'm excited what the next 3 months hold!! :)

 

In other news: Josh and I are looking at houses. We aren't forcing anything and don't have a specific time line to do this one, so we can relax during this process. If we find the perfect house during this time then so be it.

I do have wedding news and updates but those will come in the monthly update in a few days :)

7 Months to Go

7 Months until we are married!!!!

• We have picked out and ordered our Save the Date cards!
• We looked at wedding bands for the pair of us, and will probably be buying them in the next week
• I have ordered a special surprise for the parents (to be mailed with save the dates)
• We got my girls ceremony shoes
• We got a tie for Josh (possibly) to be used
• I have looked into hair and makeup for myself and girls
• We ordered the groomsmen gifts
• I got the bridesmaids gifts a while ago (but I don't think I blogged)
• We ordered some décor for the ceremony/reception place
• We have our food tasting tomorrow

In other news, we had my other friend, Stephanie's, Bridal Shower. It was beautiful!!! For part of he favors we got these Luxe Lollies, in 4 flavors: Sangria, Salted Margarita, Champagne Bubbles, and Chocolate Wine.
I will just say this, their product is AMAZING and their customer service was FANTASIC. We had to rush order these, because the time got away from us, and 1 of the girls emailed me back that same night (late), answered all my questions and they arrived in an ever so promptly manner. They were packaged perfectly in individual boxes, and they sent me 2 sample flavors.
If you ever need a fun, different party favor or sweet treat, check them out! They have a BUNCH of mouth watering flavors.

(I am in no way being paid for this. It is my honest and truthful opinion)

August BirchBox for Man

Josh's August Birchbox came in, which for starters was super quick!!!
This month's theme was "Serve it Up" How to cook in stlye and be more confident with it.

Info card side 1

Info card side 2

Mt. Sapola: Full Size $8 

A preservative-free soap powered by a natural antiseptic lemongrass

 

 

English Laundry- Arrogant: Full Size $52-64

A strong masculine aroma with notes of sandalwood, cedar, and sheer musk

 

This smells fantastic!! Aside from the (high) price on the full size we may still consider buying it. It is a sheer manly smell, but not a gross manly smell. It is manly and subtle, and not floral at all!

Plant: Full Size $40

Essential oils that nourish and brighten skin

Josh tried this and said it smells very spicy, like Indian spices. He said it felt good too

 Raw Material: Full Size $5-9

Mini face stick. Mess-proof UVA/UVB protection that soothes skin with aloe and coconut oil

Rub against skin before exposure to sun, wind, cold...etc

 

Roosevelt Supply

Canvas Apron- $28

 

This is totally awesome and totally manly to cook in. It doesn't have those cutesy sayings or phrases on it which makes its great and a man would actually WANT to wear it. This is also from the same company that made the leather wallet from the previous box. Josh has been trying to help out with some of the cooking lately, and this will be great for him to wear while making dinner. Not to mention it's kind of sexy ;-) It reminds me of the old aprons that blacksmiths would wear while working. This was worth the $20 box subscription charge.

 

 

Josh's Perspective:

I didn't know Katie had got another box fort me. Luckily, since I've been wanting to help around with the cooking more, this box helps with little tips and a kick ass apron. The one thing that did surprise me was how good the English Laundry cologne smelled. It smelled like, well, me. The other stuff I hadn't gotten around to really try yet because I've never had to use a face stick or the face oil just because I think my face is oily enough.

Also, from the previous box, I did try some of the energizing face scrub. That will perk up your mornings for you. I've also tried the shampoo that's supposed to thicken your thinning hair. I'm guessing I need a full size to see the effects of it, haha.

Save the Date Picture

We are getting ready to finalize our Save the Dates. I am super excited about the design of them, they are looking awesome! Josh even got in on some of the action.

Now we need some help. Because Josh's step mom, Eve, did so well on taking our engagement pictures its hard to just choose 1.

Check out the 4 that we have narrowed it down to and vote on your favorite in the comments below!! :)

 

 

THANKS!