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Target Beauty Bag

Posted by Unknown Thursday, November 8, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!
A few days ago I received my free Target Beauty Bag. For those of you who don't know what this is- it's a free small makeup bag filled with samples for you to try. It also comes with beauty coupons with $1-3 dollars off of certain makeup products. All you have to do is "Like" their Facebook page and you will be informed of when they are giving the Beauty Bags away. I believe they give them away 4 times a year- one for each season. Here are a few pictures of the bag and samples I received in the fall beauty bag.

This is the box the bag and samples came in.

Fekkai Technician Color Care Shampoo and 3-Minute Mask

Jergens Daily Moisture Lotion for Dry Skin

Pixi Flawless Beauty Primer

Clear Scalp and Hair Therapy Total Care Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner

L'Oreal Paris Ever Creme Sulfate-Free Moisture System Shampoo, Conditioner, and Deep Nourishing Masque

Small Leopard Makeup Bag

Target Coupon Book

You can also look here and keep checking to see when they are hosting their next beauty bag. I have not tried any of these samples so I'm looking forward to seeing how each one works out for me. Let me know if you'd like for me to update you and give you my thoughts on any of these samples. :)

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Life Update + OOTD - Waxed Pants

Posted by Unknown Monday, November 5, 2012 0 comments

Hey everyone!
I haven't posted in a while, so today I thought I'd give you a life update to let you know what I've been up to lately. I've debated on this post for a while but then came to the conclusion that this is my blog and I'm going to post what I want... even if it helps me cope with a few things. I know I typically post beauty and fashion related things (and you will find that even in this post) but I today I thought I'd get a little personal.

So, I'm just going to start...Brandon and I got into a car accident. We were going through a green light and a lady coming from the opposite direction took a left and plowed into the front driver side of my car. The air bags deployed, the windshield cracked, and the front left of my car is destroyed. We were beaten up a little and were sore from the impact but no one went to the hospital and everyone is alive and safe. The police did not file a police report and there were no "witnesses." My car is totaled and I'm still not sure if it will get fixed since I only had liability insurance on it but I still have a little hope. Here are a few pictures of my car.

These few pics are from the night of the accident.

Everything kind of flew out.

The officer gave us a ride back to the hotel in the back of his patrol car.

These pics are from the next morning at the dealership where my car was towed to.

Life sucks sometimes but you learn to deal and move on. Though, I'm pretty sure that was easily the worst day of my life. I'm just thankful that we are safe now.

So to end this with a few things not so depressing, I'll let you in on what I've been doing school wise and finally an OOTD. YAY! lol This is like 4 posts in one so maybe this will make up for the time I've been absent.

I've been super busy with school. I actually had 6 assignments to do yesterday. My LAWRD! Ugh. I'm glad that's done with. One of my assignments I had to do this week was to create a Math center for a first grade class. I had to create all parts of the center, transport it and set it up at an Elementary school, and finally work with a student in the center. Here's in idea of what it looked like.

I chose to do a "greater than, less than, or equal to" center. I named it Gator Math. They work in partners and read two math word problems. They record their work on the data sheet, find both answers in the stack of numbered cards, place them on the board and then choose an alligator head to determine if the first answer is greater than, less than, or equal to the second answer. I thought it was cute. lol

So for my OOTD, the other day I wore an oversized white tee with an army jacket that I paired with a simple gold necklace, black waxed jeans and plain black ballet flats. The highlight of this outfit was definitely the pants. I love them! They add an edgy feel to the look and are completely in right now.

Necklace and Waxed Pants- Target, Oversized Shirt (old) and Ballet Flats- Walmart, Army Jacket- Old Navy, Nail Polish- OPI- Number One Nemesis from the Spiderman Collection

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Comic Book Pop Art- Halloween

Posted by Unknown Saturday, October 27, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!

I thought I'd give you an idea of a possible Halloween costume for this year. This makeup was so fun to do and is really easy. I did my regular everyday makeup and used a liquid and gel eyeliner to draw the features on my face. Then, I took bright colored eyeshadow and lipstick to complete the look. I hope you like it! Let me know if you have any questions :)

What are you going to be for Halloween?

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Wish List #2

Posted by Unknown Saturday, October 20, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!

Here are a few things I've been dying to get my hands on!

1. Michael Kors Purse- Does this really need an explanation??? It's so gorgeous! It's a classic that will go with seriously anything! I love how structured it looks and I'm a sucker for the gold hardware details. Mmph. I love it.

2. J. Crew Turquoise Bubble Necklace- I've seen this necklace EVERYWHERE and it seems to add the perfect pop of color to any outfit. I especially love the color- It's one of my favs!

3. Oxblood Pants- I've noticed a lot of girls on Pinterest and Youtube wearing oxblood colored pants. I think they are perfect for fall and go with nearly anything. These are a great transition piece and are great for color blocking with fall colors.

4. Jeffrey Campbell 'Lita' Booties- These shoes are bad ass. I feel like you have to have serious confidence to wear these. They make a huge statement and that's why I want them.

5. Personal Microdermabrasion- I've looked at this for a while now. I've seen videos of people who have used this and have gotten great results. I personally love the way a microderm makes my skin feel- it's amazing. The only thing that has held me back from purchasing this are the reviews I've read about it. It seems like it's a hit or miss product. Some people have said that this worked only once before it broke. Honestly, it's not worth the money if it's only going to last me one use. I love the idea of this though...

What are some of your current favorites?

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Still Life Drawing for Art Class

Posted by Unknown Tuesday, October 16, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!
I've been super busy with school and work lately. To prove to you that I haven't completely forgot about the blog, I decided I would post the picture I had to draw for my art class. lol It's relevant, so it's not a completely random picture but yeah.. just thought I'd share :)

The assignment was to place fabric over different leveled things and to arrange objects on the fabric and draw a "Still Life" portrait. Sooooo, being the makeup obsessed freak that I am, naturally I chose to draw makeup lol.

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

I was thinking of doing a couple Halloween makeup looks. Let me know if you'd be interested in seeing those. To be completely honest, I need a change from the "pretty" makeup looks. Fall is coming and it's a great time to experiment and try crazier, darker makeup! :) I hope everyone is having a good day!!

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Eye Poppin' Series: Brown Eyes

Posted by Unknown Friday, October 12, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!

I know it's been a while since I've posted. I've been pretty busy and have been trying to get over this horrible cold that has left me in bed for half of the week. :( I'm doing a little better now, so hopefully by the end of the weekend I'll feel back to normal.

So this is the last look of the "Eye Poppin' Series." I'm glad I actually finished it (even though it was only 3 looks). Yay me! lol This look is for all the dookie brown eyed girls. haha I'm only teasing. That's just what color I say my eyes are. Anyways, for brown eyes, shades of purple seem to do the best at making them really stand out. But in reality, dark brown-eyed girls can pull off almost any color eyeshadow. I think this is a really pretty look that can be worn all year round. Hope you enjoy and let me know what you thought of this series! Was it fun/helpful to you?

First, I applied a matte cream base for my eyeshadow primer. Then, I applied a light purple lavender shade from the top lash line to the crease.

Next, I placed a shimmery highlight under the brow and in the inner corner of my eye.

For definition, I took a matte medium purple/taupe shade and blended it into the crease.

To add more purple to the look, I placed this medium/dark purple into the outer third of my lid and also placed some in the outer third of my lower lash line.

To further define my eyes, I placed this dark purple (almost black) color that has purple flecks in it, into the outer corner of my eye and carried slightly underneath as well.

Next, I added a purple liner to my entire top lash line.

Finally, I curled my lashes and applied mascara.

And this is the finished look!

PRODUCTS USED:

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation in 300 Golden Beige
MAC Prolong wear Concealer in NC20
Maybelline Dark Circle Eraser in Fair
Merle Norman Ultra Powder Foundation in Ultra Cream
Makeup Forever HD Finishing Powder
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium Deep
Wet N Wild Color Icon Blush in Heather Silk
ELF Studio Eyebrow Kit
MAC Paint Pot in Soft Ochre
Wet N Wild Color Icon 8 Palette in Petal Pusher
Urban Decay Naked Palette
Merle Norman Soft Touch Eye Pencil in Majestic
Mary Kay Eyelash Curler
L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara in Waterproof
Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie

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Mint Scarf OOTD

Posted by Unknown Sunday, October 7, 2012 0 comments

Hey guys!
I know I've been kind of MIA. Sorry! I've been suuuuupperrr busy with school! UGH! Anyways, I figured the least I could do is post a simple OOTD :) Hope you enjoy!

Lips- Revlon Lip Butter in Red Velvet

Mint bird scarf- Rue 21, Top- I have NO idea! Sorry..

Shoes- Cato, Denim Pants- Walmart

Watch- You all ready know. lol Ring- F21

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Eye Poppin' Series: Baby Blues

Posted by Unknown Monday, October 1, 2012 0 comments

Hey everyone!

Today I bring you a look best suited for blue eyes. I really envy blue eyes. Ever since I can remember I've wanted big, beautiful, blue eyes. I just think they are so pretty, especially with darker hair. I've even considered getting colored contacts to try and satisfy my want for them... Is that bad? lol I guess we always want what we don't have.

So, on to the look, referring back to the color wheel, the color that is directly across from blue is orange. The most flattering colors to use with blue eyes are coppers, bronze, and browns. These colors look so beautiful across blue eyes and really make them POP!

Now, for the tutorial...

First, apply a copper, golden cream base to the lid to make the shadows look more vibrant. Place this from the lash line to the crease.

Next, apply a shimmery copper shade over the cream base.

Apply a light golden shadow to highlight the inner corner and just below the brow.

Take a matte medium brown shadow and run this shade in the crease using windshield wiper motions.

Next, take a dark brown and apply it onto the outer corner of your lid and also onto the outer third of your lower lash line.

For the last eyeshadow, take a dark matte brown and apply it over the last brown you used. This helps deepen the color of the brown in the outer corner.

Take a dark brown liner and thinly line the top lash line and the outer third of the lower lash line.

Lastly, curl lashes and apply mascara.

Voila!

Blue eyes? I wish...

Let me know what you guys think of this look! I think this look is a great neutral look for anyone.

PRODUCTS USED:

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation in 300 Golden Beige
MAC Prolong wear Concealer in NC20
Maybelline Dark Circle Eraser in Fair
Merle Norman Ultra Powder Foundation in Ultra Cream
Makeup Forever HD Finishing Powder
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium Deep
Wet N Wild Color Icon Blush in Heather Silk
Merle Norman Powder Brow Pencil in Brunette
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Gold
Maybelline NY Expert Wear Eye Shadow Quad in Sunlit Bronze
Urban Decay Naked Palette
Merle Norman Luxiva Color Max Shadow in Chocolate Sun
Wet N Wild Color Icon Shadow Palette in I ❤ Matte
Merle Norman Luxiva Lasting Creme Eyeliner in Brown
Mary Kay Eyelash Curler
L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara in Waterproof
Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie

I hope you enjoyed this look and try it out for yourself. If you do, I'd LOVE to see your results. Post a pic on my Facebook or feel free to shoot me an email! :)

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