BAREMINERALS LIPSPECTACULAR

I've heard nothing but rave reviews of the BareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Buttercream Lip glosses so when I saw a set of 6 minis for $26.00 I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to try them out. 

According to the Ulta website:

"Ulta Exclusive! Treat your lips to the best of Marvelous Moxie Buttercream with this limited-edition collection featuring 6 of our most highly flattering shades. This rich, creamy gloss melts onto lips like butter for a deliciously indulgent wear and feel with medium-coverage color. Naturally derived Shea, Avocado and Murumuru butters help to hydrate and smooth lips in a non-tingling, non-sticky formula lightly scented with vanilla."

These glosses are fabulous. They are very comfortable on the lips, they last a decent amount of time, and the colors are perfect for everyday wear. I can see why everyone has been raving about them.

Forbidden Nude

Juicy Mango

Sassy Sorbet

Must-Have Pink

Flirty Mauve

Moody Berry

As you can see these glosses are pretty pigmented for being neutral shades and the berry is going to be my jam this fall season. 

Overall I think this is a great set if you are looking into trying the buttercream glosses. 

Have you tried any of these glosses? Any favorite colors?

Retail: $26.00 at Ulta

xoxo

ULTA FINDS

I needed some retail therapy last week so of course I went to my local Ulta. Here is what I picked up.

Lorac Baked Satin Matte Blush: Velvet Rope

I have heard good things about this blush before and I was just browsing when I saw this color. It is the best fall blush color in my opinion. The perfect shade of rosy bronze to go with all the warm tined eyes and dark lips I've been sporting lately. It gives color without being over the top and leaves a beautiful sheen on the cheeks that makes you look like you've been outside frolicking in the leaves.

Retail: $24 at Ulta

Urban Decay Naked Illuminating Shimmering Powder: Aura

This is without a doubt the prettiest highlighter that I own. This highlighter is the most perfect pinky sheen with golden sparkles in it that give you a glow without making you look like a glitter bomb. When this catches the light it looks like fairies are dancing on your face. I wasn't interested in the original champagne version of this but this Aura color is absolutely amazing. it was hard to capture just how fabulous this is on camera but just trust me, you need it. 

Retail: $29 at Ulta

Anything catching your eye lately? 

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HOLIDAY LOVING

Okay people, it's the best time of the year for makeup junkies like us. Holiday sets are popping up everywhere and I am trying to contain myself but when I saw this years Too Faced collection i just knew this palette was going to be mine. I still use and love my "A few of my favorite things" palette from last year so I knew I was going to like this one also and boy was i right. 

The 2014 Everything Nice Set from Too Faced is absolutely stunning. 

"Create any makeup look you desire for the holidays with this versatile, must-have makeup palette. The deluxe size Better Than Sex Mascara and 20, pigment-rich eye shadows with exclusive new shades ensure show-stopping eyes. Brush on a winter glow with the two blushes, including Papa Don’t Peach and two bronzers, featuring the antioxidant-rich Chocolate Soleil Bronzer. This set includes three gold glitter, Cruelty-Free Teddy Bear Hair brushes that make perfect beauty tools for completing any look. Carry this set everywhere with the included, limited-edition party-ready, pink glitter zip bag, and let the step-by-step, how-to glamour guide with three beauty looks help you get ready. "

Let's take a look shall we?

These colors are so dead on for the season. There is everything from neutrals to create an everyday look to bright fun jewel toned shadows to carry us into the holiday season with fun party looks. The quality of these shadows is on point with the permanent palettes; buttery, pigmented, and they blend easily. 

Onto the swatches

The first row from top to bottom: Turtle Dove, Paper Roses, Heaven, Totally Fetch

Second Row: Dream On, Kindness is Free, Shiny Happy, Live It Up 

Third row: After Hours, Mauvelous, Honey Pot, Too Glam

Fourth Row: Fawned of You, Be You, Don't Settle, Head Over Heels

Fifth Row: Knockout, Secret Lovers, Girly, Chocolate Moon

And the blushes: Papa Don't Peach, Sweet Pink

I couldn't really get the bronzer or highlighter to show up true to color on camera but the bronzer is the classic Chocolate Soleil and the highlighter Inner Light is a beautiful shimmery golden color. They both show up great on the skin but for some reason they were washing out on camera. 

Overall I think this palette is a great one and It definantely is worth the money. 

Retail: $56.00 at Sephora

Have you purchased and holiday palettes yet? Anything else I "need"?

xoxo

VICE 3

 I am an Urban Decay palette junkie so when I saw they were releasing the third vice palette I jumped and bought it as soon as it was available. The vice palettes are always a good bang for your buck because you get 20 eyeshadows for $60.00 and the quality of Urban Decay shadows are one of the best in my opinion.

This years palette includes everything from bright pops of color to everyday neutral shadows making it very versatile for any look that you might want. 

From top to bottom: Truth, Undone, Downfall, DTF

Dragon, Freeze, Heroine, Brokedown

Vanity, Lucky, Reign, Bobby Dazzle

Alien, Alchemy, Bondage, Sonic

Last Sin, Angel, Defy, Revolver 

All these swatches were done on bare skin so as you can see these shadows are really worth the price of admission. Overall I think that this palette is a great addition to any collection. 

Available at Sephora Ulta and urbandecay.com

xoxo

FALL FASHION LOVES

Fall is my favorite season for fashion; and well pretty much everything else. I just love to mix up my fashion choices and try new things during this season and i really seem to step outside of the box more so than any other season. Here are a few pieces that I think are staples for every closet. 

A Line Skirts

One of my favorite looks incudes a skirt, tights, and sweater. A line skirts are the best choice to created that look because they flatter every body type and they are just the right length for shorter girls (like me). 

Old Navy has a few that i think are perfect for the season without having to break the bank.

I love this leather one. i have worn this out twice already and have gotten compliments both times. The leather makes it really easy to transition from late summer to fall and all throughout the winter. With a $29.94 price tag you can afford to buy a few of them. 

Buy: Here

I also purchased this ponte knit style as well. This will be great when you are not in the mood for leather but still want to rock this style. It's also on sale for $20.00! You need it.

Buy: Here

The next trend that I love is the blanket scarf. This super big flowy scarf is perfect for the cooler months. This piece can be worn so many different ways; I even bring this with my to my boyfriends soccer games and wrap it around me like a blanket (hence the name blackout scarf). 

The one I punched this year is from online boutique called Leopard & Latte. They have some of the cutest accessories and when I saw this scarf I immediately put it in my cart and purchased it. Every girl needs a great wear-everywhere, cozy scarf. This one fits the bill for me!

Buy: Here

The last trend that I am going to be focusing on today is the bootie. This fall/winter staple never goes out of style and flatters everyone. 

I love this particular bootie because of the v-cut in the front of the shoe. This style shows off your ankle so beautifully. The classic black color makes these shoes easy to wear with almost any outfit. I have already worn these with my old navy skirt and also a pair of jeans and have loved them both ways.

Buy: Here

I also am loving the wedge bootie. These are perfect when you want the height of wearing a heel but you also want to be comfortable. I love these for a night out because they also pair well with just about everything. I also love the pop of floral on the top of these booties. 

Buy: Here

These are just a few trends that I have been loving so far for this fall. Anything you've been lusting after or loving?

xoxo

LOVE ME SOME MATTE

I found these bad boys at Target the other day and I just about jumped for joy. I absolutely love matte lips and I'm glad we bow have more drugstores options.  I restrained myself from buying the whole collection and limited myself to three.

Retail: $5.49 at Target

Go get you some.

Xoxo