Wednesday, December 31, 2014

2015

2015
While shopping for a friend online (the things I do for friends, hee hee) I stumbled across this dress.  Its the perfect parts of sexy and sophisticated.  While it may not be New Years attire, it is perfect for a date night! Can we also take a moment for the zara shoes that are on sale for $30.00.......yes I said $30.00!!  I have a slight obsession with pumps and these satisfy my current craving for a simple but different shoe!  And as always, pair with my 1995 lipstick from Gerard Cosmetics and I have my next outfit all set.

Everybody be safe tonight and enjoy all that 2015 is bringing your way!! xoxo


Pencil dress
asos.com


Zara shoes
zara.com


Lipsy flower earrings
$28 - lipsy.co.uk


Quay cat-eye glasses
$40 - nastygal.com

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Monday, December 29, 2014

GotoStaples

GotoStaples



GotoStaples by thediybeautyb featuring a bronzing powder

My go to staples!  Don't get me wrong, I love makeup and I love dabbling in all sorts of products.  However when I am looking for a easy go to look with as little products as possible, I grab these trusty items.
#1 time and time again I have promoted Koh Gen Doh's yellow primer.  I use this for concealer, primer, highlighter and even dab it in the center of my lip to accentuate and make my lips appear fuller.  For a natural easy look, it is my concealer.  It covers and moisturizes all in one.  I would rate this as a light coverage.
#2 Jane Iredal daytime pallet.  This baby has been my go to eyeshadow pallet for years.....really years!!  It helps you to acheive the perfect neutral eye.  It is amazing, I dare you to try it.
#3 Gerard Cosmetics 1995 lipstick.  This baby is amazing.  Something about their formulation makes your lips stay hydrated while packed with color.  This color is perfect for anytime of year and makes me want to keep applying it......I am almost out of it!  Huge bonus, their lipsticks and lipglosses are on sale right now!  Skip on over and pick some up, you will thank me later.
#4 Benefit "Hoola" Bronzer.  The perfect bronzer/contour/eyeshadow/everything.....enough said.  I am on my 4th box of this stuff.  It lasts forever (if you are using the right brush with it) and is pretty inexpensive considering how amazing it really is.  As a side note, make sure not to use a corse brush while applying your bronzer.  If the brissles are ruff, it will make your powder or bronzer flake of more than you need and ultimately waist product. xoxo



Benefit bronzing powder
bloomingdales.com
Gerard Cosmetics "1995"
Gerard Cosmetics "1995" lipstick

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Friday, December 26, 2014

CoatCheck

CoatCheck

CoatCheck by thediybeautyb featuring sleeveless dresses
Can we please take a moment and discuss how cute this cape is.  So versatile and so ready to be on my shoulders.  You can wear this as pictures with jeans or dress it up with a dress or black leather pants.  Cute shoes and simple studs finish this look of beautifully.  xoxo

Sleeveless dress
$12 - newlook.com


Very J off white jacket
$68 - nastygal.com


High heel shoes
loveculture.com


Nordstrom Rack cz earrings
nordstromrack.com

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Friday, December 19, 2014

Leather

Leather
Obsessed with this leather dress!  You can literally dress it up or down.  Combat boot or silver pump and suit jacket and you have two different looks! Check out zara.com right now! They have some fabulous items in their new this week section. xoxo



Zara pumps
zara.com


Bridal purse
$21 - amazon.co.uk


Blu bijoux jewelry
maxandchloe.com


Missguided silver jewellery
missguidedus.com


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Thursday, December 18, 2014

MoodMaker

MoodMaker
Day to night with a slip of a sweater......and can I mention that zara has some pretty amazing shoes right now!! Go check them out!




Madewell white top
madewell.com


Eastex pencil skirt
$46 - houseoffraser.co.uk


Zara black shoes
zara.com


Zara black shoes
zara.com


Panacea beaded jewelry
$68 - nordstrom.com

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Wednesday, December 17, 2014

RedLove

RedLove
I am a sucker for comfy sweaters and a good pair of faux leather pants.  This is a look that is timeless and really can be part of any occasion. The fact that there is so many amazing red lippies to compliment or dress up with makes for an easy transition.  Nude lip to dress this look down and heck.....wear red for dressed down or dressed up.  Highlight your look with a bold necklace or a bright festive clutch and you are ready!

While we are discussing dressed up or down......I believe in simplicity.  Even when it comes to the outfits I post.  You won't find me rambling about my child or how I searched for hours for the perfect shoe.  I like it simple.....real pieces with basic explaination.  If you have questions or would like more detail, comment below xoxo


H M v neck top
$31 - hm.com


Zara lined pants
zara.com


Office t strap shoes
$72 - office.co.uk




NYX lip shine
urbanog.com

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Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Highlight

Highlight
I have a love hate relationship with highlighter. I love to try all of them so I hate how many I have. Let's be honest, one is never enough just like the perfect color of foundation.
While I like all of these brands, I have a few favorites. The balm "Mary Louminizer," "watts up" from benefit and Bobbi Brown's shimmer brick are always on the top of the charts. Applying any highlighter to the inner corners of your eyes, cupid's bow of you lip, top of you cheek bones (not highlighting past the center of your eye) and on your nose(I am not a nose highlighting person) can add such a healthy glow! The key is to look like you are glowing from within, not like you are a disco ball......so do not get too heavy handed.
While I love powder or cream highlighters, I think I might start venturing into foundation illuminates. Any suggestions? I am all about the wintertime glow. 😉

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Monday, December 15, 2014

SweaterWeather

SweaterWeather
Comfort meet fashion.  Details on a normally simple sweat shirt can really spice up your go to outfit.  Add a unexpected accessory or two and you are ready for any type of day.  Ear cuffs are on trend currently and I am loving the extra sparkle!  Try one out!

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