It’s been a cold, harsh winter and I’m so looking forward to spring. With it comes longer and warmer days, plus pretty, colorful flowers! MAC has a new collection that captures the essence of spring. A Fantasy of Flowers is a beautiful collection that showcases the gorgeous spring blooms we will soon see. There are […] Read More »
Create a smokin haute holiday makeup look with Urban Decay!
I love doing a dark smokey eye when I want a dramatic look for a party. I’ve created a pretty holiday look using Urban Decay shadows to create a pretty smokey eye look with a hint of gold for the season. Lips can be neutral, but I prefer a glossy red lip to really show […] Read More »
Six beauty trends to try from the Spring 2014 runways!
So we are now into Fall with Winter not long behind. I know it’s a leap to start thinking ahead to Spring, but after seeing all the gorgeous beauty looks on the Fashion Week runways, I’m starting to get excited! Check out these six beauty trends to try from the Spring 2014 runways: One trend […] Read More »
Starlooks’ October Starbox review, plus a blockbuster offer for the December Starbox!
If you haven’t joined Starlooks‘ monthly Starbox, then now is the time! October’s box was chock full of gorgeous makeup, including their three shade blush palette which retails for $46. If that doesn’t sway you, then how about a huge 15-shade eye shadow palette valued at $99 in your December box?! Each Starbox costs $15 […] Read More »
Drugstore Finds: Get pretty in pink with e.l.f. cosmetics
I love discovering great beauty finds at the drugstore that I can use to change up my makeup and look. I recently grabbed some e.l.f. cosmetics at Target. What I love about e.l.f. is that the cosmetics are great quality but generally cost less than $5! That allows me to try something new without investing […] Read More »
Le Metier De Beaute True Color Creme Eye Shadows in Champagne Shimmer and Starry Night add shimmer to your Fall beauty look!
I love all the metallics and shimmery makeup I’ve been seeing everywhere. From the runway to fashion magazines, shimmer is in this fall and I was super excited when I got my second Le Métier De Beauté Beauty Vault VIP shipment and saw two new Le Metier De Beaute True Color Creme Eye Shadows in Champagne Shimmer […] Read More »
Look flawless with Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation and Veil Mineral Primer
I am new to Hourglass cosmetics, but I’ve been very impressed so far with their beautiful makeup. I recently bought the Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation in Ivory and I really love this product! This foundation pumps out as a liquid, but dries to a powder finish within seconds after you apply it. This foundation […] Read More »
Drugstore Finds: Stay matte with Maybelline Fit Me Shine Free & Liquid Foundation
I have been buying a ton of foundation lately, mainly because there are so many new ones out there. I especially love foundation that I can travel with without worrying about it spilling in my bag. I saw some new Maybelline Fit Me Shine Free Foundation in a gel stick and was intrigued. It is […] Read More »
Haute news roundup: H&M FINALLY launches online shopping in the US; Ashlee Simpson the new face of the Jessica Simpson Collection; Marc Jacobs makeup line + more
FINALLY! H&M launches online shopping in the U.S. (H&M) Ashlee Simpson is the new face of the Jessica Simpson Collection’s fall ad campaign. The campaign was shot by famed photog Ellen von Unwerth. (E Online) Photo: Ellen von Unwerth Marc Jacobs’ 122-piece color cosmetics collection to launch exclusively at Sephora on August 9. (A Few […] Read More »
After the Nordstrom Beauty Trend Show, my Smashbox makeover and photo shoot with Steven Khan
After the excitement of the Nordstrom Beauty Trend Show, I headed down to the cosmetics department for my Smashbox Cosmetics appointment. I was so looking forward to not only having a makeover, but a photo shoot with celebrity and fashion photographer Steven Khan! I took a seat with Goldie, a Smashbox makeup artist, and she […] Read More »
Six beauty must-haves from the Spring/Summer 2013 Nordstom Beauty Trend Show
I woke up bright and early on May 4 for the annual Nordstrom Spring/Summer Beauty Trend Show. This year, the theme of the show was ‘Get Gorgeous‘. And I loved seeing all the gorgeous, new trends in makeup and beauty. Plus I like that Nordstrom has the runway show before the store even opens! I took […] Read More »
Lighten up your makeup this Summer with Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm with SPF 45
I love my skin to look flawless, but as warm weather is starting to approach, I hate to layer my face with lots of foundation and concealer. Ever since I first tried BB creams last year, I’ve loved them, and I’m always trying out new ones. Most recently I bought Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm […] Read More »
Rihanna announces “no-brainer” collaboration with MAC cosmetics
It’s been a busy week for Rihanna! The singer first stole the show at London Fashion Week when she debuted her ‘Rihanna for River Island‘ fashion line. And today WWD revealed her latest deal which she calls a “no-brainer”: a collaboration with cosmetics brand MAC on four makeup collections called ‘RiRi [Hearts] MAC‘, that will […] Read More »
Drugstore Find: Affordable foundation from Covergirl & Olay, Maybelline and Neutrogena
There is so much wonderful foundation available now, and in more shades than ever. I’m going to share with you some great ones that you can pick up at your local drugstore. You don’t need to spend a fortune for great coverage! I recently grabbed a bottle of Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Radiant-Firming Foundation in […] Read More »
Is the new grey lipstick trend haute or not?
Should we blame “Fifty Shades of Grey” for making grey the ‘It’ color of the year? Grey makeup has always been a ‘thing’. There’s nothing wrong with a little grey eye shadow or liner to give your eyes that nice, smoky look. We’ve also embraced grey nail polish – in shades ranging from matte to […] Read More »
Starlooks Cosmetics’ StarBox: High-Quality Makeup at Affordable Prices
A few months ago introduced you to Starlooks’ Starbox monthly makeup subscription. I’ve since had several more months of these fabulous Starboxes to review and I’ve been so impressed with the quality and affordability of the makeup that I wanted to tell you more about the product line. Starlooks is a high-quality makeup line that is […] Read More »
Rather be in Paris? Be a Parisian beauty with Sigma’s Limited-Edition Paris Palette
The warm weather sadly is leaving, but with the cooler weather I am back to my full makeup routine. I was so excited when Sigma Beauty sent me their Limited Edition Paris Palette to try. If you are a fan of beautiful, highly pigmented, and SPARKLY makeup, then you will love this palette! This impressive kit […] Read More »
Just thought you should know: I’m in love with Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics!
I couldn’t get to the Roosevelt Field Mall fast enough when the new Lush store opened. I’d never used Lush products before because this is the first store in my area. You could smell the store from the mall corridor, and once inside, it was a mecca for delicious handmade bath and body products. They […] Read More »