Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Holiday Inspired Looks

My sister and I decided to create some fun holiday inspired looks.

The one I did is called "Glacier Blue Eyes," using Sea and Sky Mineralized Eyeshadow by MAC, along with the Glitter, Reflects Transparent Teal from the new Chill Collection by MAC.

Take a look at my Glacier Blue Eyes:




-By Cara


And my sister Adrienne created a new look called "Purple Ribbon." She accomplished this look with the Heatherette Trio 2, using the color Cassette (a deep purple), along with the Glitter, Reflects Purple Duo, from the new Metal Urge Collection, all by MAC.

Here is Purple Ribbon:




-by Adrienne

Have a Happy Holiday Season Everyone!

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Are you Hot or Cold this Holiday Season?




Mac has two polar opposite collections out for the holiday season-- Monogram vs. Chill. To tell you the truth, it's hard to choose a favorite.

The monogram collection comes in an elegant rich gold tone packaging, with M·A·C monogrammed plaque of red dégradé vs. the Chill collection which comes in the classic black M·A·C packaging.

Both collections have something for everyone.

However, the Monogram collection complements warmer skin tones such as olive, or tan.
While the Chill collection is great for cooler skin tones, and anyone ready to pull off a winter wonderland/ice-y look.

So, this season you can go hot or cold. Light snowflake lips of Naked Frost...Or provocative rich creamy colors, when passions flare. Its up to you. :)

Happy Holidays!

Saturday, August 23, 2008

Harajuku Lovers Fragrance!

Gwen Stafani's Harajuku Lovers Fragrance is a new trendy perfume you will fall in love with. Gwen's four beautiful Japanese dance crew (Love, Angel, Music, and Baby) and herself inspire all five scents of each perfume by there own personality. Each bottle looks like themselves but in a cartoon/anime form! I have never seen a bottle this unique and adorable. These five fragrances come in two sizes 0.33 oz or 1 oz. The 0.33 oz retails at $25 and the 1 oz retails at $45.

  • Love
Love

Sweet, caring, and free-spirited, Love is always off in her own little world. Stepping out in a cute, striped mini-dress and fashionable red kicks, Love wears her heart on her sleeve, or rather, in her hair! Her scent is reminiscent of a floral bouquet—with notes of pink pomelo, rose, and creamy vanilla orchid.

Notes:
Bergamot, Pink Pomelo, Peach, Bamboo Leaf, Watery Peony, Living Hydroponic Lace Rose, Jasmine Sambac, Nectarine Blossom, Creamy Paperwhites, Egyptian Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Vanilla, Musk, and Blond Wood.

Style:
Tender. Romantic. Sensual.

  • Angel

Lil' Angel

Lil' Angel is a woman who is compassionate and caring towards others, but is no saint. She sports a classy, yet sexy, schoolgirl outfit complete with a plaid pleated miniskirt,white knee-highs, and shiny black Mary Janes. Her scent is a citrus floral with notes of pineapple, candied violet, and lollipop accord.

Notes:
Raspberry, Cranberry, Blackberry, Pineapple, Pear Blossom, Violet, Rose, Lollipop Accord, Hinoki Wood, and Crystal Amber.

Style:
Colorful. Sassy. Sweet.

  • Music

Music

Always looking to make someone laugh, charismatic Music has no qualms telling it like it is! Stylin' in a smocked sailor outfit and black lace-up boxing boots, Music marches to the beat of her own drum. Her scent is a fruity floral with notes of pear, sweat pea, and sleek wood.

Notes:
Clementine, Pear, Jasmine Sambac, Sweet Pea, Honeysuckle, Vanilla, Skin Musk, and Sleek Woods.

Style:
Sparkling. Juicy. Magnetic.

  • Baby

Baby

One bat of her lashes and Baby has all the boys in the palm of her hand! Pretty in pink, Baby steps out in a short baby doll dress and sweet Mary Janes. Her scent is a powdery floral with notes of white rose, orange flower, and white musk.

Notes:
Freesia, Bergamot, White Rose, Orange Flower, Tiare, Jasmine, White Musk, Soft Woods, Heliotrope, Vanilla, and Violet.
Style:
Fresh. Clean. Soft.

  • G

G

Never one to get lost in the crowd, G leads her crew in a white, corseted top and a blue miniskirt á la Alice in Wonderland. Quirky, unique, and undeniably cool, G is the leader of the pack. Her scent is an oriental, fruity, gourmand fragrance with notes of fresh coconut, jasmine, and cotton woods.

Notes:
Mandarin, Coconut, Apple Skin, Jasmine Sambac, Freesia, Magnolia, Coconut Cream, White Sandalwood, and Cottonwoods
Style:
Tropical. Sunny. Distinctive.






Sunday, August 3, 2008

Want a celebrity make-up artist at home??

I wouldn't mind having one, but right now it's not in my budget. For those of you in the same boat, there is another option. Sephora offers a revolutionary one size fits all "eye creame appliqués" made by Color On Professionals. It appears to be press on eye shadow that is professionally blended and color coordinated for an amazing new look. The kit includes five pairs of eye shadow appliqués, one jar of GetSet setting powder, one powder application brush and step-by-step instructions with application tricks and tips.

Sephora has six different exclusive kits, they all retail $25:

Smokey Kit
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Exotic Kit
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Flaunt Kit
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Rhapsody in Grey Kit
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Precious Metals Kit
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Tropics Kit
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I'm very excited, once I buy it our review is on the way. In the mean time, comment! Tell us what you think!

Anastasia is all about Brows

Are your brows a bit sparse? Well you can fill them in with an amazing brow pencil called "Perfect Brow Pencil" by Anastasia. The pencil fills in sparse brows so naturally that you can't detect the pencil lines at all! It applies so very smoothly because of its velvety texture. The pencil comes in six different shades: ash blonde, blonde, strawburn, medium ash, brunette, and ultimate brown. After filling in your brows, you can groom them with the brow brush found on the other end of the pencil. It retails $22.00 and can be found online at Anastasia.net and Sephora locations.

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Friday, July 25, 2008

Baby Phat's New Charming Couture

Baby Phat now offers a fine jewelry boutique! The fashion jewelry ranges from $32-$100. The price range might be a bit of a shock for some, but you get what you pay for--quality. Unlike the older line of fashion jewelry, this new line of jewelry uses crystal and it's not soO logo driven. I love Baby Phat, but Kimora Lee Simmons can sometimes give us logo overload. This jewelry seems to be very "Juicy Couture" inspired. You can pre-order at BabyPhat.com, and get your jewels just in time for back to school.

Take a look at some of the jewelry...
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Retail: $85

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Retail: $65

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Retail: $45

I love it!

Thursday, July 24, 2008

Rihanna Haircut

Disturbia -




Hi everyone its Adrienne!
Are you thinking of cutting your hair super short like Rihanna? Well, I am. And for sometime even my sister was thinking about it. My sister Caralyn likes long hair, most people do, but personally I am tired of it. I want to change, I no longer want long, I want short hair like Rihanna.

I have these second thoughts... Will it suit my face? What will I do when I get tired of it short? How long will it take to grow back if I don't like it? I have a feeling that a lot of people ask these questions when they cut their hair drastically. This is my answer to you: Consult your hair stylist about the style you would like to cut your hair. Maybe the "
Rihanna" (as it is now called) is not the choice for you, maybe you would look better with a bob and bangs or layers. When cutting your hair always consider:

1. Face shape
2. Hair texture
3. Condition of your hair


Another thing don't cut it right away because you might change your mind. For myself I don't think I am going to cut it just yet, but eventually will. ^_^.

Talking about Rihanna I recently saw her new video for "Disturbia" personally I love the song. It has a catchy beat and makes me want to get up and dance when nobodies watching. The video itself is not all that great. Its kinda creepy and scary. Her blond wig and contacts are not very flattering. Its also very dark and Gothic. Which is not a bad thing but is it really her style? I don't know but good song anyways. ^_^.

***The video and pictures are above.***

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

M.A.C Manish Arora Collection






M.A.C. has a new collection inspired by the Indian fashion designer, Manish Arora. For those of you who haven't heard of him, he is MAJOR in New Delhi. And in London where Indian fashion is widely popular. Based on the previews, I am loving it! I am so excited about this new collection. It looks very rich, the presentation is gorgeous, and the colors are beautiful--fit for a princess. It will be coming out Oct. 9, 2008 [USA/Canada] . The count down begins!

The colors and prices are:

Eye Palette x 6
- $38.00USD

  • Nylon - Pale gold with icy metallic shimmer (Frost) (Permanent Shade)
  • Going Bananas - Soft lemon yellow (Frost) (LE - Repromote from C-Shock)
  • Playful - Bright clean pink (satin) (LE - Repromote from Barbie Loves MAC)
  • Bitter - Vivid bright golden green flecked with shimmer (Velvet) (Permanent Shade)
  • Electric Eel - Vivid bright blue flecked with shimmer (Satin) Permanent Shade)
  • Deep Truth - Very real truthful dark blue (Frost) (Permanent Shade

Lipsticks
- $14.00USD
  • Girl About Town - Fabulous fuchsia (Amplified Creme) (Permanent)
  • Kiss Manish - Frosty mid-tone burnt red (Frost) LE

Lipglass
- $14.00USD
  • Pink Manish - Frosted fuchisa (Frost) LE
  • Shine Manish - Frosty bright orange with multi-dimensional pearlized pigments (frost) LE

Blush
- $18.00USD
  • Devil - Bright iridescent coral orange (Satin) (Permanent Pro)
  • Pink Swoon - Clearly pink (Sheertone) (Permanent)

Victoria's Secret College logo sweats






Do you want to be true to your school? Well, Victoria's Secret "Pink" has a new line of College logo clothes. They have these schools:

  • University of Alabama
  • Arizona State University
  • University of Arkansas
  • Auburn University
  • UC Berkeley
  • Boston College
  • Clemson University
  • University of Colorado
  • Florida State University
  • University of Florida
  • University of Georgia
  • University of Illinois
  • University of Kansas
  • University of Kentucky
  • UCLA
  • LSU
  • University of Maryland
  • University of Miami
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of Nebraska
  • University of North Carolina
  • University of Oklahoma
  • University of Oregon
  • Penn State University
  • USC (Not available online only in stores.)
  • University of South Carolina
  • University of Tennessee
  • Texas A&M
  • University of Texas
  • University of Washington
  • University of Wisconsin
I love this! I have no idea why they didn't have this before. Every school listed above comes in these logo clothes, a sweat suit w/logo (Hoodie and sweat pants), a logo T-shirt, and a cute logo hand bag to go with the outfit. Here is the link:
http://www.victoriassecret.com/

Urban Decay UDPP



Hey everybody I recently bought this UDPP at Sephora called Urban Decay. I give it 4.5 stars. I love this product. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars was because when applying the shadow/ pigment to your eyelids it doesn't show as much as another product. Also, because the container is not a cylinder it doesn't let you get all of the product. By the time you finish it there is still so much left in the container. (Take a look at the pic above) The pros: I love the fact that it goes onto your lids smoothly and does not feel to thick on your lids. It is also great that it dries clear so it will go well with any skin tone, and you won't have the hassal of trying to get a color close to complement your complextion. Yey!! Go and get this product it rocks!

Heatherette Trio








OMG!!!
Hey everybody.
I am excited about my new Heatherette Trio at M.A.C.! I got trio 2 and I am in love!! It is so cute and beautifully put together. The presentation is great and the front is not a sticker so it will never wear away. But sorry guys... I bought it last minute at Blooming dales. You might be able to get yours there or at Nordstrom, Macy's or www.maccosmetics.com (they only have trio 1). But they will not have it at a the M.A.C. store. Good luck finding it! Take a look at the pictures above.