got to try

doesn't it look yummy? with spf, thank'ya very much. gotta have it. $22.50. i also purchased this little goody recently...can you tell i'm just a tad obsessed with anything related to lips? in other important news, all i want to be doing is reading whilst wearing stripes. next to a wall of windows. in the sun. mmm yessss...

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january lips

the velvet matte lip pencil from NARS, dragonfly girl. a siren, hot pink with a red undertone a la January Jones. My newest weekend purchase and I'm obsessed. Uber smooth. $20. Get yours.

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the strength in brows

+ wildfox

welcome back to reality (and the work week) people! i hope your holiday weekend was restful and playful. i ate too much, slept too long and drank lots for our blessed 'merica. i am somehow lacking some serious motivation. nap, please?

and for you to ponder while i take a little snooze: peroxide blonde + dark strong brows? some may scoff, but i say YES. gorgeous and a perfect beauty statement for the summer. the saucy lips are also a plus in my book. what say ye?

xo,

coral crushes

i've got a thing. a thing for lipstick. not that i wear it all that often, but when i come across a fabu color, it usually makes it way into my purse/makeup bag. i have an entire diddy bag devoted to just my lip gloss, lipstick, liners, lip pens and lip crayons. matte, glossy, red, purple and pink. i've pretty much got 'em all. and now...i'm onto the orange ones. my skin may not be the best fit for the orange tones, however, you can mix and play with many. although it's rainy cats and dogs outside my pathetic excuse for a window at work, these colors evoke the meaning of summer.

one affordable shtick i do recommend:

Maybelline's Coral Crush, $6

a delightful blend of red and orange.

try it out!

xo,

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i'm a sucker...

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...for trying new products. hence, the birth of this blog. so while i had the monday blues at work (don't we all, some days?) i decided to take a trip over to my beloved walgreens for an update to my makeup bag. i've been dying to try some certain goodies.

and here they are (click on the product titles below to see more)... plus, i signed up for the rewards card (not a credit card- god knows i dont need any more of those) and i saved almost $30! yeah.

Revlon Spa Illuminator (in light pink face), $12

perfectly serves as a light coverup and spf lotion, for the days you don't want to pile on the foundation.

gives gorgeous shimmer but nothing over the top.

Revlon ColorStay Mineral Bronzer (in honey), $12

safe and nourishing minerals for the face with a blend of pinks and browns for any face.

doesn't go on heavy or cakey- you can really add layers of this without looking like jersey shores.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss (in peach petal), $7

im a MAC addict, however, sometimes i just can't shell out the dough. ive been craving a good, nude/pink gloss that is thick and glossy. well ladies, this is it. perfect for all skin types, even you olive ones.

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation (in classic ivory), $13

i have yet to try this gem, however, i know im a huge fan of anything loose and full of natural ingredients. mix this with my revlon illuminator and im sure to have glowing summer skin. i'll get back on this one.

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Concealer Kit (in fair), $12

a mini jar with creamy (but substantial) concealer on top, with illuminating finishing powder underneath.

blends easily and gives full coverage- the soft illuminating powder gives a nifty reflecting light under the eyes so you don't look so dead. i also added this around my cheek bones. use before and after foundation powder if you wish.

There is something to be said about simplicity and a natural face. However, sometimes a girls just gotta spruce it up. I decided to stick with Revlon and Neutrogena for a few reasons:

1. Neutrogena is always natural looking, soft and predictable. I never break out with this stuff and it is never heavy.

2. Revlon has some good ish right now! nicely done.

3. Both Revlon and Neutrogena were having savings- buy one, get the other 50% off (how could i resist?)

so instead of spending almost $100 on products like these at say, MAC or Bobbi Brown, try your local walgreens for about $42.

xo,

hot pink and 40s

im really digging the 40s wear.

capris, high collars, tucked with belts, full and narrow skirts, polka dots etc.

both modern and traditional.

not to mention, i paired my 40s look this week with some hot pink lipstick.

wet n wild for $1.99

and it actually stays on!

believe me.

xo,

Coco Rouge

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i've decided to start somewhat of a design/blog journal.
something where i can track inspiring prints, products and details.

and while i was flipping through one of my regular magazines,
i came across the new Coco Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick.

eeeks, i LOVE it. how divine is the photo set?
it's truly the perfect combination of red and pink.
check here for all the color options.

a must have and die-to-try for this spring.
please, please get your rouge fill this year!

xo,

New Year for a New Routine

for thy face: exfoliate 3x a week.
St. Ives has updated their peach face scrub
(oil free, mm thanks!)
Makes for some supple cheeks.
$7, any drugstore/grocery store

for thy eyes: big time mascara.
i want them long and thick.
still on the hunt...
(suggestions, anyone?)
don't forget your eyelash curler, ladies!

for thy lips: bold and beautiful.
i'm thinking glossy and berry, or matte and red.
(Rimmel and MAC make the best)

for thy cheeks: matte bronzer (to highlight)
and pink cheeks (to illuminate)

and many more...
xx,

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Kind of that corpse look...

the whole dark copper eye shadow, fair cheeks, and deep lip stick.

if you've seen Sherlock Holmes (please do!) you will notice the lovely Rachel McAdams.
she wears the almost red black eye shadow with a copper apple red lip.
it is somewhat shocking since the color contrasts are so harsh,
but then it dawns on you that it is completely beautiful.

not really a day-time look, but if you need the drama, this is it.
there are plenty of varieties, so play around.
just be careful with too many red tones.

some images to reflect a current trend.


do with it what you wish.
always,

Be a Rebel

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TGIF!
It's Friday and that means be wild.
Let loose.
Be free.
Have a cocktail (or two).

Wear a bold color, like this lipstick by MAC
Rebel, $14

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Berry good!

Love to all,

Parched Pucker

With the dry air and harsh winds comes the parched pucker. And I must say, it's the worst!

Indulge in this tiny, but generous product-- Softlips.

A premium conditioning balm with SPF, shimmery tints, and flavorful varieties.

I bought the two-pack for $2.99 that included the standard vanilla balm, as well as the pink shimmer tint. Well, let me tell you what...the shimmery tints make you look like you're a 14 year old, pre-pubescent, angsty pre-teen. Not a good look.

Some may dislike the tiny, skinny stick, feeling like it doesn't give a full range to your lips. To each his own. I lather this stuff on before bed and I'm addicted, to say the least.

Try it out for yourself! Available pretty much everywhere...

Ta-ta. XO,