One of my favorite supermodels is the oh-so-gorgeous Candice Swanepoel, who also happens to be a Victoria’s Secret Angel. She has incredible eyes and bone structure, and when you couple that with the stunning makeup she often wears, you get a makeup lover’s dream! Her signature look is very simple and you can achieve it in five minutes. No, really…I promise it’s super fast. The key is to have glowing, dewy skin with simple cat-eye liner. Inside, I’ve got the full five minute tutorial, as well as all the products I used! (more…)
Blogging isn’t always the easiest task, in that you try to stay as creatively inspired as possible at all times. I’ve had some ask me where I draw my inspiration from for posts and tutorials, and I thought this was the perfect time to share some of the top things I notice about you! I often draw inspiration from beautiful women, not just famous ones, who have gorgeous makeup on while they are out, or even just have uniquely gorgeous facial features. I distinctly remember being at the store last week and noticing the facial bone structure of the female cashier who had a Polish accent. Her cheekbones, her nose, her eyes…everything looked uniquely European and exotic. These are the experiences that I draw inspiration from for not only blog posts but also for makeup looks. Inside, I share my top inspirations and what I notice about people! (more…)
On Mother’s Day, I walked into an Ulta to swatch the new Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadows. I have had my eye on these for a couple of weeks, but I wanted to swatch them in person first to see which ones I liked best. I instantly knew I loved Zodiac the most because it’s so unique and different. A dark forest green with intense sparkle and glitter, it gives off many different tones from bright green and gold to dark grey and black. It’s a stunning, complex shade that looks just as gorgeous on the eyelid as it does when you swatch it with your finger. I may have gone a little overboard on all the photographs inside, but trust me when I say that Zodiac is major eye candy. (more…)
This weekend I had the fantastic opportunity to stay overnight at a Ritz-Carlton hotel with all expenses paid for me. It was my first time ever staying at a Ritz-Carlton hotel, and it was hands down the most lavish, luxurious twenty-four hours I’ve ever spent in my life. I brought my Modella Weekender Set with me to carry my makeup and then it came to me that it’d be a cool idea to show you what makeup I travel with on a regular basis. There are certain makeup items I just tend to be glued to when I travel because they multi-task and don’t take up a lot of room. Others are simply timeless, classic products that are tried-and-tested and I can’t be without. I broke down what I include in my travel makeup bag inside! (more…)
For my second post in the Dial “Get Noticed” Campaign, I had to ask my friends and my significant other about what they first noticed about me as a person. Now this was kind of difficult for me, because while I consider myself a confident woman, I also feel sheepish sometimes when I receive a compliment. Part of being a confident woman is remaining humble, in my opinion, so receiving these incredibly kind words made me feel a little twitchy! I do think it is important to celebrate yourself, though, as a human being, and cherish the things people love you for. In total, I got several friends and my husband to dish on what they first noticed about me as a person, both physically and personality wise, and this is what they came up with… (more…)
A great pair of tweezers is a must in anyone’s arsenal. This goes for both men and women alike, and it’s a great household item to have in your first aid kit, beauty kit, and household drawers. It can be used for anything from plucking out splinters or ticks to tweezing unwanted hair on your face or body. The uses for a great pair of tweezers are endless, and my all-time favorite brand that never fails me is Tweezerman. I’ve been using them for years and years, and their products are always sharp and effective. Among their newest product launches, these Striped Mini Slant Tweezers are filled with bright, neon color for the spring and summer! (more…)
Last night was the 2013 Met Gala, and every spring, I look forward to watching the red carpet at the event. The fashion, the hair, the accessories, and the makeup consistently woo me every single year, and I love picking out my favorites. One of my favorite makeup looks from last night was worn by the gorgeous Jessica Alba. It’s a simple look to apply and achieve, yet it looks dramatic and smokey. Inside, celebrity makeup artist Lauren Andersen spills the exact products she used on Jessica for the big night, and I show you how to recreate the look at home! (more…)
Everyone loves a black smokey eye, but what about the often neglected navy blue? Navy blue offers a different spin on smudged, smokey eye makeup, and it can really bring out hazel and brown eyes. Maybelline’s “Sweet Summertime” Collection includes a limited edition Eye Studio Cream Pencil in Navy Knockout, and it’s the perfect inexpensive eyeliner to use for a smokey blue look. (more…)
Last week, I swatched the brand new Maybelline Summer 2013 Color Tattoo Eyeshadows, and I received a lot of requests to actually put them into action and do a makeup look with them! I certainly don’t blame all the requests…these eyeshadow shades are absolutely gorgeous and very unique with their metallic and duo-chrome effect. Today, I have a look using Seashore Frosts, which was actually my favorite one of the bunch because it has such a unique duo-chrome shimmer effect to it. Inside, I’ve got the full look and how I achieved it! (more…)
Let’s face it, when someone stops you and gives you a compliment on your makeup, you walk away with an extra spring in your step. It doesn’t matter if it’s a stranger, a friend, or a significant other, we all thrive off of compliments from others, and nothing feels better than knowing your face looks fabulous! Today, I have my Top 3 Tricks For Getting Noticed With Makeup. Whether you want to look extra hot for a date or an upcoming event, or you simply want to feel extra confident about yourself, these three tricks will definitely get you noticed for your natural (with a little faux thrown in, shhh!) beauty. (more…)
