07.14.08
Don’t Believe the Hype
This post is inspired by Afrobella’s post concerning the hype around Carol’s Daughter products. We all have favorite products, often times purchased because we heard our favorite celebrity has it or know bloggers who rave about it, or the company just has a strong following *cough* MAC *cough*.
Then, once purchased, even if it doesn’t live up to what it should, we often overlook it because we have it so ingrained that it works! Some products that I used to buy, just because I convinced myself that they worked fabulously, are MAC lipglosses…They can be quite sticky and annoying, but just because they were my first introduction to something other than drugstore makeup, I stuck to them for years without even trying other brands. Then, there’s the Great Lash by Maybelline that always wins as consumer choice and makeup artists rave about it, etc etc. That stuff is WHACK. I mean, it’s nothing special, nothing to win accolades. I like the pink and green packaging, but that product is #1 in my book as having completely benefitted from WAY too much hype.
What are some of the products that you think have succeeded from too much hype? What are some that you brainwashed yourself into thinking was awesome, even with all signs pointing to “Oh hell no!”?
07.13.08
Needed Tools of the Trade
What are some beauty must haves you want for this summer? I want to rehaul all of my makeup, I really do. Not that I don’t like my stuff, just that I want to buy more things and wherever would I put it? Lol. And I need the right tools to boost perfect skin and perfect makeup application..so let’s do it
To start, I need a fab makeup case:
this thing should house my stuff and keep it organized. And it’s a cool metallic pink, fine by me!
I’m practically chomping at the bit to have this Clarisonic skincare brush set. Not only is it supposed to make skin tremendously improved, the proceeds from the pink set goes towards Breast Cancer Awareness. I can haz please?? Does anyone have one? I’d love to know opinions on it and the cleansers that come with it or what you’ve found to be the best cleansers to use with it. It can be bought at Sephora.
Anyone who loves makeup needs a good kit of brushes. I could use a new brush set and this one looks pretty cool. (everything in this post is pink…i did NOT try to do that, lol)
This Daisy by Marc Jacobs kit would be awesome too. Both would be handy additions to any girls repertoire. Includes a powder brush, blush brush, eyeshadow brush, brow brush and smudge brush.
This MAC 239 Brush was recommended as one of the best brushes to use for eyeshadow application and blending by Temptalia in her “how-to” post on eye makeup application. She always does a beautiful job, so I may have to check that brush out! Anyone have it? What do you think of it?
07.10.08
Makeup for Thursday
Went out to a bar tonite to have drinks with a friend. Here’s the Makeup look
L’oreal H.I.P. duo in Showy, Berry Daring blush by Revlon, Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes in white on lower lids, and Too Faced Lash Injection.
07.06.08
What I Covet This Summer
What are some things that you are craving for this summer?
Here’s a list of things that are topping my “must get” list for the summer:
NARS glow set: buy here
this duo gives a golden glow to any summer tan! I so want to try it, because I’m tired of glitter and all that messy stuff, i want a beautiful, built in glow.
this sexy, sassy dress from Bebe for when I hit up Miami so that I can party it up in VIP in style! Utilizes the trendy color blocking and the hot color that is Raspberry: buy here
a new Coach Wallet: buy here
Coach Earrings
This OH SO FABULOUS Marc Jacobs bag with the beautiful quilting and lovely periwinkle coloring: click here to view/purchase
Makeup Forever Lipstick in Orange Rust 217. This summery apricot orange should compliment many complexions, especially with the warm tan of the Nars Glow duo 
: Click here to buy
I would DIE if i had the new Louis Vuitton Watercolor Speedy…i think that it is absolutely gorgeous:
louis vuitton watercolor speedy
and last, but not least, the Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Speedy for a classic: Click Here to Buy
07.05.08
summer in Chicago
the lazy days of summer are in full effect and I am loving it. New brilliant shade of lipstick from MAC called Girl About Town, which will be my staple. It’s like a rich fuschia raspberry, and makes my lips wonderfully kissable! I loves it, check it out next time that you hit up a MAC counter or the online store.
beyonce with “Girl About Town” lipstick..i don’t use gloss on top of it, I’m not trying to have ultra-glow-in-the-dark lips, but that’s the color
Went to the taste of Chicago for the first time in like 3 years. I get tired of the crowd and this year was no different (granted, we always go on the 3rd, which is the BUSIEST day there) The watermelon at the Dominicks counter was to die for, it was so sweet and delish. That made the whole day worth it!
Bought cute new clothes at Forever 21, you all should check out the sales! Loads of comfy, stylish summer dresses. I plan on building my whole wardrobe this summer with dresses because they are so easy. Throw on, it’s a done deal!
got this dress in green and purple, for $13.50! Also scored a divine sweater at Filene’s Basement that was originally $108 and I got it for $15 and it fits like a dream! I never even go in that store, but it must have been meant to be because it was the only one open. What a stroke of luck!!
Happy shopping, girls!
01.10.08
Miracle Worker
This, ladies and gents, has been my skin miracle:
(pure skin clarifying dietary supplement) buy
My skin has always been at least slightly bumpy and never just smooth and clear. Well, these pills work wonders! skin is clear, smooth, and just very nice 
I ran out of them for a week, and good googly moogly, did I notice the difference! So yeah, this will be my new addiction so that I can stay gorgeous. Wish I would have known my cure-all BEFORE I bought all of this other stuff I have, lol. I have hundreds of dollars worth of skincare. Oh well, cest la vie! I probably still would have bought that stuff just cuz it makes me happy to buy new beauty products
01.07.08
Pirates of the Caribbean Makeup
Okay, so I’ve been watching Dead Man’s Chest and At World’s End in the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, and I must say, the makeup work is bloody awful!!! So much money available, such great special effects and they skimp on the makeup artist? Who the f’ did they hire?
The foundation/bronzer/tanner is streaky and just god-awful. Makes them, especially Orlando (Will Turner), look orange with brown streaks. It takes great skill to make HIM look horrific.
I mean, I understand that in some scenes they have to look dirty and at sea, I get THAT….but in his botched wedding scene? the rain streaked his face to look absolutely disastrous….just the whole movie, the makeup on Orlando was bad. Capt. Jack Sparrow’s didn’t fair much better except for the great eyeliner…Kiera’s looked orange in most of “At World’s End”.
Sigh….I can barely watch the movie for looking at the horrible makeup! These pics aren’t as bad as it is in the movie. Go rent and watch, you’ll agree!!!
01.04.08
All Things Beautiful
I’m at my happiest when I am standing at a makeup counter, perusing the assorted products and knowing that with a couple swipes of said products, I can be transformed.
There is no better feeling than being dolled up and feeling GORGEOUS. With that said, here are some of my favorite beauty products that help lead towards that feeling of ultimate confidence for me:
1. Too Faced Magic Wand Illuminating foundation. This stuff blends well, disappears into my skin, and leaves me with an flawless skin that does not show I have on foundation. Woot Woot!
2. This year, I’m new to blushes and I could kick myself for not tapping into their glowy goodness years ago. I love the warm light that Nars’ Taj Mahal gives me as well as the everday look of MAC Format. MAC Breadth of Plum is cool for something different.
3. Too Faced Lash Injection works AWESOME wonders on my lashes. They look thick and black by the time I am done, which is definitely a plush. Almost look like false lashes with enough coats!
4. Murad Pure skin supplement. While this is not a makeup product, it contributes greatly to glowing, healthy skin. I’ve always been prone to breakouts and this stuff is one of the only things that has helped me to clear up.
Some beauty icons of mine when it comes to makeup are:
1. Pat Mcgrath. This lady can work magic with a product…sweet goodness, she transforms people like no other with her intricate makeup looks. I worship her!
2. Beyonce. She works different colors and makeup looks, so I tip my hat off to her. Nothing is more boring to me than someone who wears the “natural” look EVERY FRIGGING DAY
3. Eve. Miss lady is not at all afraid to work the bright and bold looks. I love her style!
4.Cleopatra. This original was a trendsetter. I mean really, do I have to say why she is an icon? loves it!
01.03.08
Driven for the Good Life
My trip to LA has renewed my vigor and desire for the good life. My tastes run too rich and lavish to not drive myself to succeed beautifully. With that said, I am glad that things are starting to roll and I will continue to make moves towards a career and, hopefully soon, a move to Los Angeles. The great thing is, my mom also wants to move there, which would make me very happy. That’s one of my best friends, ya know?
So for the new year, I am on a MISSION:
1. Write, write, write….this means, working on my novel, pumping out articles for freelance, updating my blog at least every 2 days, and hopefully finding a job with a magazine or ezine.
2. workout mind and body….If I’m moving to the land of the superficial and expect to write about beauty/fashion, I need to be ON POINT. I want to get down to size 4, 6 at the most (I’m a 12/14 now). So that means working out, eating right, getting rid of excuses. And I will be reading even more. I already read a lot, but I want to read all of the books that I’ve ever said I wanted to read. Get my mind right!
I would suggest the book “How to Become Famous in Two Weeks (or less)” for anyone looking for help on becoming fabulous. I just read it in LA and it was fantastic. I also want to read Posh’s book and Kimora Lee Simmon’s.
3. Network, socialize, put forth more effort. I’m such a laid back person, I need to actively get out and network. Nothing will be handed to me since I am not a true socialite or possess supermodel looks. I have to get on the grind, charm my way into fabulosity!
What are some of your new years resolutions?
New Year’s Eve, Party like it’s 1999!
New years eve totally made up for the sucky experience at Les Deux. What an awesome day 
I started it off with shopping because I didn’t like anything that I had to wear, so I ended up with a form fitting, totally sex kitten dress that made me ooooooooze sex appeal I loved it!
We were staying at the Sofitel and they were having a party, so we (my mom, ashley, shay, and I) decided to go to the party there that was supposed to be hot with guys from the lakers coming through. Hell, what’s not to like about a new years eve party that’s right downstairs?? Don’t have to worry about drunk drivers and once you get wasted, go right upstairs and to bed! Hehe…We got VIP tickets which included dinner, so it was ON!
The food was delicious; I give it a 4.5/5 stars. I had caesar salad, some mmm mmm good macaroni, the best clam chowder ever, and some random meats that I didn’t care for (hence the lowered half star).
At the table next to us, I swear there was a pimp and about 6 of his hoes. The main chick had on the worst outfit ever for a new years party. Some jeans that looked like they were from Rave and a neon green “mink” stole…hmm, is that REALLY what’s hot in the streets? me thinks not! Redo! try again in ‘08
Worst part was, THAT was not the hot mess award winner of the evening! I was lounging on a chaise, looking my sexiest when I look behind me to see this girl giving a guy a lapdance. Okay, nothing wrong with that…then they start making out….hmm, okay….THEN her friend joins in….bow chicka wow wow!…friend takes his belt off as she’s making out with him and the other girl….caressing his, um, “package”….HOT MESS! We’re AT a hotel, get a room! lol…my poor retinas
So, while I’m still lounging on the chaise, I look to my right and see this great looking ass in a beautiful dress. So I’m like wow, what a terrific ass to waist ratio! How can I achieve that kind of hotness, squats? After staring at her ass for 20 mins, I finally look up and who do I see??!! Come to find out the girl had the perfect ass to waist ratio because she’s none other than hip hop video vixen Vida Guerra! I was like OMG OMG, really? Heart don’t fail me now….I barely can formulate a word and my bff Ashley comes up and i put her arm in the death grip as I tell her that my body idol is standing not 5 feet from me. Before I can get the sentence out, Ashley saunters over to her and asks could I get a picture. She smiles and agrees and I slide over like a giddy teen. I forgot to even say hi or anything! lmao…Just put my hand around her waist and we took the photo! Here’s me with my body idol and one of her video girl pics for an ass reference:
Me and Vida
And it really is that perfect in person *drools* check out her site: vidas world
Then we found a guy who just wanted to buy tons and tons of drinks, so we sipped it up big time (I swear there was like no alcohol in those damn drinks…I had like 6 and barely had a buzz going, including a shot…bah hum bug!)
All in all, it was an excellent evening and great way to bring in 2008. Good party, sexy people, delish food, and lots of laughs.
HAPPY NEW YEARS, BITCHES!
happy new years!
