Behind the Scenes | Equipment

Throughout my first year of blogging I have learned a lot and experimented with various equipment options. The first background I ever used for instance was a piece of scrapbook paper, before upgrading to an old white sheet. Now I use an actual legit background where I no longer have to use two different sheets to cover the surface area I am photographing. If you follow me on instagram @maddieautumn_faith you saw my blue poster board phase too. ha.

Keep reading to find out all my secrets when it comes to photography and videography for beginners. Find out what cameras, lighting equipment and literally every equipment that I have tried. Get the full inside scoop on my review of each of these products too.

Beanie Hairstyles | Natural & Easy

In the chilly California winter months I find myself more often than not reaching for a beanie. On these days I do not want to fuss with my hair or have that lingering burnt smell of fried hair. Years past I would constantly iron my hair and it was honestly so irritating how people reacted that it was so “beautiful”. Recently I started taking more pride in my natural roots so all of these hairstyles are basic, fast and all natural.

Valentine Look Book | 2019

Pink and red everything hearts and candy galore. Who else is excited for all of the Hallmark holiday lovey dove movie specials? Valentine’s Day is such a versatile holiday depending on your mindset. At the store there are things for romantic relationships alongside Galentine’s day merchandise. Since I was little my sister, mom and I have exchanged valentines. This holiday should be more about love in all relationships. These looks pair well with various activities from the classic dinner date to a comfy movie date with the girls.

Disney Unboxing + Mini Haul

Who else loves unboxing and haul videos, especially fashion ones? Eep, today I made my first one and I want to share with you all first of course. Although I have been publishing youtube videos lately I am planning on using them more as a tool to get to know you all better here on the blog. That being said, here on the blog I will be sharing more than on youtube in order to provide a V.I.P. level of experience here for my fellow sassy subscribers.

Goal Progress Tracker |Free Printable

For the last post for January of this new year, 2019 I wanted to check in with you all. How are you doing with those resolutions? Let me know in the comments what they are and how the first month went.

Personally some of mine have done well while others have faded into the background seizing to surface until next New Year’s eve. Anyone else feel the same? Don’t get me wrong, my resolutions were made with a purpose, I even took the time to figure out how to execute them all. So… why did they all not succeed this first month?

Sparkle Again| Jewelry Cleaning

Jewelry can be tricky to figure out how to clean which is why I am sharing with you my secret of choice. This product is extremely versatile which is why it is my go to. Not only does it clean like a dream it is also environmentally safe and biodegradable. I am sharing with you the step by step guide to use it as well as revealing it to you. Make it sparkle again ladies, just in time for Valentines day!

New Year New Me | Fitness Lookbook

Ever year the gym fills up for January and slowly empties out again. Like the ocean, people keep following the tide in and out of fitness. I encourage you to take off the pressure and just do it. This has been a struggle for me too the past couple of years. I was hesitant to even take photos in fitness wear due to the fact that I believed I needed to look like a fitness model. Yes, I am unhappy with my body but I am happy of all the things it allows me to do. That being said I need to treat my body with the respect and love it deserves inside and out. I urge you to do the same plus a little retail therapy never hurts. ha.

Peel Off Face Mask Review | Bliss

For those of you that have seen my what I got for Christmas post/ video, you saw this product that I received for Christmas. I told you in the video that I wanted to do a review on it and I finally did! After watching those painful charcoal mask videos I was curious if this would be the same type of experience, since it states that it has moroccan lava clay in it.

Was it painful ?

Was the peel off satisfying ? ha

Did you have an allergic reaction ?

Is it worth the time and money ?

Rainy Day Movie Line Up & Lookbook

The last couple of weeks it has been stormy out which means it is the perfect weather to curl up next to the fire, pop some popcorn, and watch the best movies. Instead of just listing my favorite movies, I thought it would be more fun to do a his and her movie list with a little cheeky look book.

Rainy Weather Essentials | 2019

Happy rainy season! In California the skies are grey and rain drops are frequently falling on my head. ha. It is a new year filled with new styles, the first one I want to discuss is of course essentials for this year’s rain season. I know in other parts of the world it is not winter so comment down below what season it is for you.

Upon drafting this post I was inspired to curate essentials for both the work day and the casual weekend, however when it comes to some things they tend to overlap. All of the jackets below I would wear to the office and on my day off. I have included jackets with various price points with two different length options. When looking for an office appropriate item my go to is making sure it is not too loud or offensive. Then again the too loud may waver depending on your occupation.

The shoes are the only item that I separated in terms of work versus play. If you are in a more professional environment or a more sassy fashionista stick to the work styles. Other items such as umbrellas, scarves, gloves and hats are not separated.