Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Sephora

So what started as a tennis game quickly turned into a visit to Sephora where my friend Sarah and I tried almost everything in the store. We were cleaning our hands off nonstop. It was a lot of fun and it was even better than normal because it was like an hour before closing and no one else was in the store. So I'll list the products that I would and would not buy and then tell you why. If you already have some of the products that I'm going to talk about and feel differently than I do then I'm sorry the products that I liked didn't work for you and I'm glad the ones that I didn't like did work for you. Tell me about your favorites from Sephora in the comment box below!

Likes:

Urban Decay - Urban Ammo Eye Palette
Urban Decay Urban Ammo Eye Palette
$38
I liked this palette because it has a wide array of colors that have such good color payoff and they are so smooth. My particular favorite color is 'Last Call'

Urban Decay - Naked2
Urban Decay Naked2
$50
This the perfect palette for everyday looks, the colors are so beautiful and they look great together.

Urban Decay - Eyeshadow
Urban Decay Eyeshadow in 'Scratch'
$18
The new formula of the Urban Decay shadows is literally insane it's the softest, most smooth eyeshadow I have ever felt and you get amazing color payoff with a light swipe across the pan.

Tarte - SmolderEYES Amazonian Clay Waterproof Liner
Tarte SmolderEYES Amazonian Clay Waterproof Liner in 'Fig'
$25
This pencil is so smooth. I can't attest to the waterproof part but I don't usually care about waterproof things anyways. I would use this as an allover shadow stick as well as an eye liner.

Tarte - Eye Couture Day-To-Night Eye Palette
Tarte Eye Couture Day-To-Night Eye Palette
$44
This is another palette that has a lot of good shadows in it. My favorite is the light purple color on the bottom row, it is so beautiful, it has blue and gold and silver shimmers in it.

Tarte - Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush
Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush
$25
I love this color and it is really vibrant on the skin.

SEPHORA+PANTONE UNIVERSE - SHADES OF NATURE EYE SHADOW PALETTE
Sephora+Pantone Universe Shades of Nature Eye Shadow Palette
$55
This palette has every color that you would ever need and more! The color payoff is good.

SEPHORA COLLECTION - Double Contouring Cream Blush
Sephora Collection Double Contouring Cream Blush in 'Poppy Pink'
$14
I love cream blush because the edges just melt into your skin so it looks more natural. This color is really pretty and you can build on it so you can have a very light flush or a more bright one.

SEPHORA COLLECTION - Double Contouring Cream Blush
Sephora Collection Double Contouring Cream Blush in 'Flashy Fuchsia'
$14
I know that this color looks crazy but it is so pretty if you put it on with a light hand.

Philosophy - Falling In Love Fragrance
Philosophy Falling in Love Fragrance 2oz Eau de Toilette Spray
$42
I love the smell of this, it smells like cotton candy but in a sophisticated way.

 Philosophy - Mangos And Cream Duo
Philosophy Mangos and Cream Duo
$25
I happened to smell this on our way out of the store and I'm glad that I did because it smells so delicious.

SEPHORA by OPI - Betsey Johnson Nail Colour
Sephora by OPI Betsey Johnson Nail Color in 'It's My Pink!'
$9.50
This is a scented nail polish and it smells like Betsey Johnson's perfume 'Too Too' which is amazing.

SEPHORA by OPI - Jewelry Top Coats
Sephora by OPI Jewelry Top Coat in 'Indi-Go with the Flow'
$9.50
Sarah had a mint color on her nails and I put this blue glitter over it and it looked really good.

MAKE UP FOR EVER - Lab Shine Lip Gloss
Make Up For Ever Lab Shine Lip Gloss in 'Star Collection-S2'
$18
This is a very nice lip gloss. It feels good on the lips and it smells like peaches!

MAKE UP FOR EVER - Eyeshadow
Make Up For Ever Eyeshadow in 'Orange Coral Matte 5'
$20
Their eyeshadows are so pigmented and vibrant and this one caught my eye right away and it didn't disappoint.

MAKE UP FOR EVER - Rouge Artist Intense
Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in '40'
$19
I love orange lipstick and this one was opaque and just gorgeous.

Kat Von D - Painted Love Lipstick
Kat Von D Painted Love Lipstick in 'Homegirl'
$19
This is the perfect ox blood color which is very in for fall.

Evian - Mineral Water Spray
Evian Mineral Water Spray
$11
This was so refreshing when I sprayed it on my face and it left my makeup right where it was.


Benefit Cosmetics - Velvet Eyeshadow
Benefit Cosmetics Velvet Eyeshadow in 'Leggy'
$18
This shadow was so nice and I absolutely love the packaging.

Benefit Cosmetics - Cha Cha Tint
Benefit Cosmetics Cha Cha Tint
$29
This is a perfect peachy pink for lips or cheeks and it stays until you want to take it off.




Dislikes:

SEPHORA COLLECTION - Double Contouring Cream Blush
Sephora Collection Double Contouring Cream Blush in 'Coral Flush'
$14
This blush is so sparkly that it is really unwearable.

SEPHORA by OPI - It's Real 18K Gold Top Coat
Sephora by OPI It's Real 18K Gold Top Coat
$30
Okay so this color is pretty but it's $30 which is just ridiculous. It looks like any other gold flecked nail polish so it's not worth the price.

Hello Kitty - Hello Pretty Palette
Hello Kitty Hello Pretty Palette
$25
I love Hello Kitty but their shadows are powdery and don't give very much color payoff.

Charlotte Ronson - 3 X A Charm Luminizer, Blush, Bronzer
Charlotte Ronson 3 X A Charm Luminizer, Blush, Bronzer
$28
I like the luminizer and the blush but the bronzer is so orange and unnatural which is too bad because this would be a great item to have in my makeup collection.

Benefit Cosmetics - Benetint
Benefit Cosmetics Benetint
$29
I'm not sure if I used it right but it was really watery and there wasn't very much color pay off at all.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Zara women's and men's

Zara is a fast fashion store that is based in Spain but has many stores around the world. And a big plus is that they are having a sale!




Fantasy Blazer
$79.99
Chanel-esque tweed blazer.


Fantasy Fabric Blazer
$79.99
And another one!


Fantasy Fabric Blazer
$69.99
I am really loving these blazers.


Lace Tulip Dress
$49.99
This dress is very 60s and I love it.


Printed Shirt with Bow
$39.99
Love the way that they styled this outfit, just add a black pump or bootie, some bracelets and a ring and you're all set.


Seamed Top with Frills
$39.99
You could pair this top with almost any bottom, a white skirt, a dark jean, a colored pant or short or a leather legging.


Silk Shirt with Appliques
$49.99
The gold appliques on the sleeves and the collar bring an extra pizzazz to this otherwise simple white shirt.


Combined Embroidered Blouse
$49.99
This blouse is just very pretty.


Twill Capri Trousers
$25.99
I only like capris when they are longer and they are tight like these ones.


Chain Ankle Boot
$29.99
These were $90!


Fringed Dress
$29.99
Love fringe like this.


Chino Trousers with Belt
$29.99
I think I like the cuffs, boys what do you think?


Embossed Oxford Shoes
$79.99
A great classic shoe that should be in every man's wardrobe.


Nordstrom Anniversary sale

I just went to the Anniversary Sale at Nordstrom and found some really great things that I am so excited to wear this fall!


Miz Mooz 'Kacy' Boot

Miz Mooz 'Kacy' Boot in Brown Leather
Sale: $149.90
After Sale: $219.95

Lush Sheer Panel High/Low Shirt (Juniors)

Lush Sheer Panel High/Low Shirt in Ivory
Sale: $31.90
After Sale: 48


Rubbish® Crop Leather Biker Jacket (Juniors)
Rubbish Crop Leather Biker Jacket
Sale: $131.90
After Sale: $198


Vigoss Skinny Stretch Jeans (Juniors)
Vigoss Skinny Stretch Jeans
Sale: $39.90
After Sale: $60


Frenchi® Short Sleeve Sweater (Juniors)
Frenchi Short Sleeve Sweater in Alice Pattern Ivory
Sale: $29.90
After Sale: $46

Frenchi® Jacquard Jacket (Juniors)
Frenchi Jacquard Jacket
Sale: $37.90
I don't know the after sale price because it is currently unavailable online.

nastygal.com

Don't let the name deter you, some of their clothes are really cute. It is kind of like a more expensive and higher quality Forever21 in that it is a fast fashion store and you have to search to find the good stuff.




Desert Rose Skinny Jeans
$68
I love floral printed jeans and they are really in this summer season.


France Strapped Boot- Taupe Suede
$188
These boots are like western motorcycle boots.


Spotted Skinny Jeans
$75
The way that they styled these jeans with the red shoes gives the outfit a fifties vibe. Finish the outfit with a flowing white blouse.



Christopher Wool Coat
$118
This coat is so 40s I love it.


Soho Shades
$25
These are one of my favorite styles of sunglasses.


Jailbait Dress
$68
This dress is so sophisticated and you can dress it up or down.


Brighton Trench Coat
$168
A more relaxed version of the traditional trench.


Arrow Cuff
$40
You can stack this cuff with other bangles or wear it alone.


Trimmed Tux Blouse
$38
Pajama inspired blouses are very in right now.


The King Swimsuit
$315
I'm loving these swimsuits that have giant animal faces on them.


Untamed Tunic
$38
This tunic would be great with jeans or leather leggings.

Mad Mesh Jumpsuit
Mad Mesh Jumpsuit
$78
It's hard to find a jumpsuit that is just right and this one certainly fits the bill.


Zig Zag Blouse
$38
A fun blouse that can take you from summer to fall.


Hellraiser Loafer
$165
How awesome are these?


Rockette Platform -Leopard Suede
$148
An interesting architectural shoe that gives life to your outfit.


Sharp Edges Clutch-Hot Pink
$48
I love clutches like these.


Luxor Cuff
$20
The rose gold color with the green stones is a perfect combination.


Naked Turban
$18
This is a great starter turban for all of you that haven't tried one yet.