Friday Favorites | Halfway Through July

Happy Friday friends!! My best friend Rachel and her husband are coming to town for a visit, so there will be lots of walking and eating! I feel like I’m a pretty good tour guide at this point and it always get’s me super excited to try out some new restaurants! Linking up with Amanda to share some of my favorites from this week. 

Snapped this picture during a midday walk – it was hotter than I could have imagined, but still gorgeous! 


Favorite Mask

I tried the 5 in 1 Bouncy Mask from First Aid Beauty and just like all of their other products that I’ve already raved about – this is another great one. Most masks feel drying, which don’t get me wrong I love the feeling you get when you feel your skin tightening, to me it feels like it’s working. This mask is a bit different – there isn’t any drying, you keep it on for 10 minutes and it washes off exactly like you put it on – clear! It felt a bit tingly, but nothing that would be a cause for concern & I loved that. 

Favorite Show

I’ve become somewhat obsessed with the show Baby Daddy. I’d watched a few episodes here and there on ABC Family (I refuse to call it Freeform), but sort of forgot about it, until last Friday when Gary was out of town and I was looking for something to watch! You guys, I watched 2 seasons in one weekend…I mean with episodes that only last 21 minutes, it’s hard not to fly through them while you’re doing things around the house, but the show itself is so witty and light, you can’t help but want to watch! Best thing, the current season is on Wednesday nights at 8:30. 

Favorite Restaurant

Last Saturday, my friend Heather and I had a great dinner out at Barcelona Wine Bar– it’s a tapas restaurant and the food is melt in your mouth good! We got a few tried and true favorites, but also splurged on a couple of new items – the clear winner of the night was the fried squash and chorizo. We also got a pitcher of the sangria – note to self, two people one pitcher takes a while to finish even though we weren’t complaining! P.S. it was so incredibly dark in that restaurant and I used Pic.Tap.Go to editthe photos and looks like the lights were completely on!! 

Favorite Purchase 

I need a new makeup palette like I need a root canal, but I saw the colors in the Sephora Filter Palette in “Vintage” and couldn’t pass it up. The colors I’ve been using most often this week are Cashmere Coat, Memory Lane & Secret Boudoir as the base shade. Some reviews claim that the shadows aren’t very pigmented, I actually disagree with this and think if you start with an eye shadow primer you get great color. It’s a great price point and it’s thin and small compared to other palettes. 

Favorite Links 

|| Have you heard of frosรฉ? Well this post will make you want to drink it all weekend long! 

|| ICYMI: I shared some of my favorite summer accessories . Just got these pretties for under $13! 

|| Looking for an incredible European vacation with your sweets? Check out these 10 places to stay – warning: wanderlust ahead! 

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!! See you back here Monday for weekending! 



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  1. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    July 15, 2016 / 11:35 am

    oh i don't want to click on that europe link haha it will make my wanderlust even worse ๐Ÿ˜‰ i will have to check out that mask, i like the tightening feeling as well but i'm not a huge fan of the over tightening/drying feeling most masks leave. have a good weekend B!

  2. a little bit of emily
    July 15, 2016 / 11:40 am

    So awesome that Rachel is coming to visit! Have the best weekend!

  3. Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet
    July 15, 2016 / 11:41 am

    That face mask looks awesome! I have super dry skin and have the hardest time finding good stuff that helps! Happy Friday girl, have a great weekend!

  4. Veronica-VeroSays!
    July 15, 2016 / 12:06 pm

    We've had quite the hot days lately! ๐Ÿ™‚ I've never seen that show! Thanks for sharing, I'll have to take a look! Happy Friday Biana! Xo

  5. Andrea Nine
    July 15, 2016 / 12:12 pm

    MUST.Have.A.Frose!!! Oh yum!! The colors in your new palette are right up my alley..yes you had to have it!! Have a ball with your bestie, hope it's a beautiful weekend!!

  6. Rachel McCarthy
    July 15, 2016 / 12:35 pm

    I saw commercials for Baby Daddy before it even aired and thought it looked cute but totally forgot about it! I will have to try to catch up this weekend! And yes to the frose! How refreshing in this hot weather! Have a great weekend!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  7. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    July 15, 2016 / 12:42 pm

    Always on the hunt for a new yummy summer drink! Will be checking those out for sure! Hope you guys have a great weekendโ€ฆ I am still dying to convince hubs to take me to Boston so you can be our tour guide ๐Ÿ˜‰

  8. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style Blog
    July 15, 2016 / 12:51 pm

    All of those frose drinks look so good! I love First Aid Beauty products and need to check out that mask as well as that pretty palette! Enjoy your weekend!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  9. Ashley G
    July 15, 2016 / 12:55 pm

    Iโ€™m with you, itโ€™ll remain ABC Family in my mind. Adding that show to my list to checkout when Brian travels next!

  10. Rebecca Jo
    July 15, 2016 / 12:58 pm

    That palette! Yep – I wouldnt pass that up either – those colors are perfect.
    I'm with you girl – ABC Family FOREVER!!!!!
    Have a great time with your friends. You'll need to get a Tour Guide cap so you can wear. (That really would be cute if you found a cute monogrammed one) ๐Ÿ˜‰

  11. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    July 15, 2016 / 1:02 pm

    I am definitely going to have to try that mask! I love the First Aid Beauty products! And that palette is so gorgeous! You can never have too many neutral colors! Happy Friday friend, enjoy your weekend with your bestie! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  12. Lizzie @ This Happy Life
    July 15, 2016 / 1:06 pm

    We LOVE Baby Daddy! It's freaking hilarious!

    And those colors in the palette, sooo pretty!

    Have a great weekend!

  13. The Fashion Folks
    July 15, 2016 / 1:06 pm

    The palette looks so lovely! Have a lovely weekend! Xx

    thefashionfolks.com

  14. Klein Dot Co
    July 15, 2016 / 1:14 pm

    Your faves are adorable!! I've never seen Baby Daddy, but I'm always looking for something to put on while I fold laundry! Loving the colors in your eyeshadow palette – I've seen the reviews that Sephora brand isn't very pigmented, but I will take your word over theirs ๐Ÿ™‚

  15. kerri @ cheshire kat
    July 15, 2016 / 1:36 pm

    um does that mean frozen rose? yep sign me up ๐Ÿ™‚ that mask and eye shadow palette look awesome! although i'm like you and def do not need more shadow. ha seeing as i don't wear eye shadow daily would probably mean i should stay away ๐Ÿ˜‰ but pretty colors for sure! happy friday friend!

    xoxo cheshire kat

  16. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    July 15, 2016 / 1:39 pm

    The first season of Baby Daddy I was totally into it then honestly just forgot that it was still on! Everyone has been raving about it lately so I need to check it out again! Have such a fun weekend with your bestie!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  17. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    July 15, 2016 / 2:00 pm

    Oooh, have a fun weekend with your friend! That palette is so pretty, and I haven't heard of that face mask, but it sounds great!

  18. Carly
    July 15, 2016 / 2:02 pm

    So much goodness in this post! We have a Barcelona (or three now, I think!) here and have only been once but it was sooo good. Is that a soft shell crab?? I love the sound of the bouncy mask- sometimes I don't like when masks make your skin feel like it's getting tooo dry, so I'm going to look into that one. That palette looks so pretty and I love that it's themed after a filter- so appropriate, haha.

  19. emily
    July 15, 2016 / 2:12 pm

    Oh my goodness that frose drink looks so delicious! Perfectly refreshing for summer! xx

  20. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    July 15, 2016 / 2:18 pm

    Happy Friday! Have a great weekend with your friend. Baby Daddy looks funny, I will have to try and check it out. And you can never have too many palettes ๐Ÿ™‚ Beautifully Candid

  21. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    July 15, 2016 / 2:24 pm

    Frosรฉ? Um, sign me up! That sounds awesome. Happy Friday!

  22. Ashley Lillis
    July 15, 2016 / 2:27 pm

    ABC Fam really does have some of the best shows! I'm still obsessed with PLL and probably will still continue to watch it. I hope that you have the best time with your friend while she's in town and get to try out lots of fun new restaurants!

  23. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    July 15, 2016 / 2:35 pm

    I already want to drink all weekend long – maybe I shouldn't read that article. That dinner looks so yum! And that mask sounds amazing.

  24. Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures
    July 15, 2016 / 2:40 pm

    Pic Tap Go really is the best app! Have fun this weekend- I need to visit Boston again sometime soon ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo, Kristina
    Medicine & Manicures

  25. A Dash of Pretty
    July 15, 2016 / 2:44 pm

    Pic Tap Go is the best and how good does that crab look? Hope you have so much fun this weekend!! XO

  26. Unknown
    July 15, 2016 / 2:52 pm

    I love that palette and I LOVE tapas!

  27. Tess Felber_Sequins are the New Black
    July 15, 2016 / 2:54 pm

    I cant stand that they named it Freeform either!! Baby Daddy looks hilarious- I need to watch it! Have a great weekend pretty girl!

    xox
    Tess | Sequins are the New Black

  28. Brianne
    July 15, 2016 / 2:58 pm

    Have a great time with your friends!!

  29. Kelsey @ The Peacock Roost
    July 15, 2016 / 2:58 pm

    Hope you have a great weekend with your friend! I've heard Baby Daddy is super funny!
    Kelsey
    thepeacockroost.com

  30. Kate at Green Fashionista
    July 15, 2016 / 3:05 pm

    That palette is gorgeous! Have an amazing weekend with your bestie, Happy Friday gurlie <3
    Green Fashionista

  31. Cat Chat With Caren and Cody (Caren Gittleman)
    July 15, 2016 / 3:12 pm

    you always have the best choices! Have a great weekend with your friend! Can't wait to see what you were up to on Monday! xoxo catchatwithcarenandcody

  32. Jalisa
    July 15, 2016 / 3:36 pm

    That Spanish restaurant sounds amazing, your food looks SO delish! I've never heard of Frosรฉ, but I just checked out the post and it looks and sounds SO good! I, honestly, think you're the best tour guide, based off of your posts. You really seem to know the best spots in town, I'd defiantly look to you whenever visiting! Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you enjoy the time spent with your friends, beauty!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  33. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    July 15, 2016 / 3:53 pm

    You just made me lol! I also refuse to call it Freeform. When it first changed I was like nope. I have to check that show out. Have so much fun with your friend in town! I wish you many glasses of champs! xo

  34. Darcy
    July 15, 2016 / 4:11 pm

    I'm trying to get mroe into doing facemasks now! I just purchased a new one but will have to look for that one when this gets used up.
    amemoryofus.com

  35. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy
    July 15, 2016 / 4:36 pm

    I need to watch Baby Daddy. Looks light-hearted and funny!

  36. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    July 15, 2016 / 4:36 pm

    I hope y'all have a wonderful weekend!!
    The eyeshadow palette is so pretty, love the colors!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily๏ปฟ

  37. Kayla MKOY
    July 15, 2016 / 4:40 pm

    Oh have fun this weekend! It's so fun showing friends around town!! ๐Ÿ™‚ that drink looks amazing!

  38. Lindsay's Sweet World
    July 15, 2016 / 4:53 pm

    I'll have to check out Baby Daddy! Hubs and I are on the hunt for something to watch because we're in a serious TV slump. Have a great weekend, Biana!

  39. Zelle B.
    July 15, 2016 / 4:58 pm

    I hope you have a blast with your friends this weekend! And I need to check out that show. Happy Friday!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  40. Erin LFF
    July 15, 2016 / 5:04 pm

    I randomly stumbled upon Baby Daddy during the first couple weeks of maternity leave and watched a whole season in like 2 days haha! I haven't picked it back up, but will eventually. It really is such a funny, light show to watch ๐Ÿ™‚ Enjoy your weekend with friends!

  41. Girl Meets Bow
    July 15, 2016 / 5:09 pm

    I'm always looking for great new shows… I will have to check out Baby Daddy!! And how amazing is the editing in Pic Tap Go- another must check out on my to do list ๐Ÿ˜‰

  42. Jaclyn Y
    July 15, 2016 / 5:13 pm

    Tapas and sangria sound amazing, one of my favorite meals by far! Hope you have a wonderful weekend with your friends!

  43. Missy
    July 15, 2016 / 5:32 pm

    I want to go to Europe so I am clicking on that link! Have fun with your visitors!

  44. Catherine Short
    July 15, 2016 / 7:07 pm

    I love the idea of that mask. First Aid Beauty has amazing products.

    ashortblonde.com

  45. Unknown
    July 15, 2016 / 7:17 pm

    I can't belive we're already through half of July… Great post!

    XoXo,

    Tamara – LoveOfMode.com

  46. According to Kiki
    July 15, 2016 / 7:56 pm

    Baby Daddy is soooo funny! I have been on the hunt for a new mask. Thanks for the suggestion! (:

  47. Erica @ Whimsical September
    July 15, 2016 / 8:21 pm

    YAY for friends coming in town!! So fun! Enjoy it! That tapas place sounds wonderful too. We only have one here in Manhattan (Kansas… haha), but I've been to a few others while vacationing and just love them!

  48. Unknown
    July 15, 2016 / 10:14 pm

    Pretty sure Carson and I will be starting Baby Daddy soon – we've heard so many good things about it and are always looking for lighthearted shows!! And I probably shouldn't read your posts when I'm hungry because now I feel like i have to drive to Boston ASAP!! – Svetlana @Life With a Side of Wine

  49. Karly @ What Karly Said
    July 16, 2016 / 12:08 am

    I'm over here dying about your root canal comment – lol! That palette is so pretty, though – I can see why you couldn't turn it down. Have a wonderful weekend with your friend in town!

  50. Unknown
    July 16, 2016 / 4:49 pm

    I just st can't believe how fast the summer is flying by! Doing lots of clicking this week Biana! Hope you have a great weakened girl!

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

  51. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    July 17, 2016 / 2:17 pm

    Thanks for the reminder we are halfway through July!!! I realized last week my kids are actually involved in something every week until school starts! So much for taking some time to go do something fun…..hoping for a couple of laid back weekends. Hope you and your bestie had a blast!

  52. Shannon Jenkins
    July 18, 2016 / 4:13 am

    Omggggg that crab dish looks amazing! I have been wanting to watch baby daddy! It looks hilarious! I hope you had a great weekend!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  53. Nadine
    July 18, 2016 / 9:40 pm

    That mask sounds great and that palette is gorgeous!!!! I already know you had a blast with your bestie this weekend ๐Ÿ™‚ Clearly I am behind on my readings.

  54. Elle Sees
    July 19, 2016 / 12:46 pm

    love that mask too! I need to check out that show! It sounds like a good one.

  55. Elegance and Mommyhood
    July 22, 2016 / 7:44 pm

    Hope you enjoyed the time spent with your friend Rachel. The food at that tapas restaurant looks soooo good. I bet it was. I also need to watch the show you suggested and I too refuse to call it Freeform. LOL