Thursday, May 9, 2013

Mother's Day Brunch at home with Mom?? Decor tips from Event Designer to the Stars Matthew Robbins

Bath & Body Works partnered with celebrity event designer, Matthew Robbins, to create some fun spring décor ideas as well as provide a few tips and tricks. Why not steal an idea or two featuring the new Bath & Body Works White Barn Candle Collection and Accessories when planning your Mother's Day Brunch or any other upcoming Spring gathering !!!









So, maybe you're not hosting a brunch ...  You can still gift Mom these fabulous candles and accessories to use on her own time. Candles: $20 at bathandbodyworks.com Accessories: $5.50-$44.50 at bathandbodyworks.com  An even better idea would be to pair it with Matthew Robbins book Inspired Weddings $25 at Amazon.com and she would be inspired herself to host a fabulous event!! 

Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day whatever you decide to do! 

New Summer Ring Candy ... Elephant Heart Big Kiss Ring !



Today marks the opening of the newest exhibit to The Metropolitan Museum of Art titled " Punk: Chaos to Couture" .  This past Monday the whos who of the Fashion and Art world united for the annual MET Gala where the color of Punk was no other than "Pink" - my favorite !!!  It was a treat to see all the creativity on the red carpet from Sarah Jessica Parker to Nicole Richie to Beyonce  - pure COUTURE.



I was inspired by the "Big Kiss" Ring by Elephant Heart ($80) to channel my "inner Punk" - 1. This beyond cute ring is Pink the official color of "Punk" .  2. This "Big Kiss" - is all attitude , and according to Riccardo Tisci ( Creative Director for Givenchy and one co-Chairs of the Gala ) , Punk is about "attitude" its not about being literal with Mohawks and rips and safety pins.  3. I love blowing kisses ! These lips remind me of my very own pout, literally....... 4. Did I mention its super cute and pink ???

This ring has been seen all over Hollywood on celebrities like  Carle Rae Jespen , and now little ol' me !!  This is how I wore the ring -  I paired it with my electric blue nails ( Zoya Pixie Dust in Liberty)

This is what I'd like to call ... Punk Glam !!!! 


I can't force you to enjoy the arts or even take an interest in the exhibit ( although I think if you are in the NYC area its a must-see) , but what I can advise you to do is to join the fashion elite with a "Punk" accessory - done your own way and the "Big Kiss" ring is the perfect summer staple !!!! For this ring and other fabulous accessories check out elephantheart.com .

Kisses !! 

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

PLUMP UP THE VOLUME and ReCreate Beyonce's Look From the MET GALA at the SAME DAMN TIME!!



Before and After


Sexy Mother Pucker Gloss Stick ($16/each)

Ultra-hydrating and glide-on-smooth, these new lustrous lip crayons give a subtle – but definite – wash of creamy color in three “you’ve gotta get ‘m shades” : Nudist (pictured above on me) , Fuschia-ristic, and Plum Jam at Sephora and www.sephora.com. Buzz-free (this one visually volumizes without the tingle - I was STILL expecting my lips to tingle although it is slated to be "buzz free" -  it REALLY doesn't ! - BONUSSS!! ).  This 3D lip shine is packed with collagen-boosting pre-peptides for fuller, plumper-looking lips, while the exclusive ultimate shine & shaping technology and 3D plump complex build a firming network that defines and instantly wraps to your lips. Above, in the after photos - my lips are totally defined , the proof is in the photographic evidence. 


This nude volumized glossy lip would look great with a dark sultry eye , sorta like the beauty look Beyonce wore for the MET Gala this past Monday.  Here is my suggestions for recreating this look: 


BrowsThe new Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian clay waterproof brow mousse would be perfect to fill in the brows and the angled brush that accompanies it is great for defining with a natural look - what Beyonce always goes for with her own brows.  




Eyes: you could use Tarte Cosmetics smolderEYES™ Amazonian clay waterproof liner in "golden black" -  this pencil that can be used as a full on eyeshadow ( applied with a brush) has hints of gold glitter which would work great on the lids , and lightly smudged on the lower lids as her color is shown above , then you would line the eyes upper and waterline with Sephora Collection Jumbo Liner 12HR Wear Waterproof  in 17 Black - This is one of the blackest blacks that I've had and it does NOT move , so if you want to smudge or anything you have to ACT FAST! Finish off the eyes with a few coats of  Mally Beauty Ginormous Mascara in  Black - this mascara really extends the length of your lashes ( yet again ,, PUMPING UP THE VOLUME)  in comparison to the other Mally mascaras - Beyonce is also a Mallynista herself having her face beat by Mally Roncal numerous times! 





Cheeks / Face: a subtle blush like NARS blush in TAOS . Subtle glow action with highlight can be achieved with Mally Beauty Believable Bronzer - this thing is AMAZOIS !  The highlighter shade looks great above blush and along the bridge of the nose.  

Lips: Soap and Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in "Nudist" (photos above)



Body : Scott Barnes Body Bling in "Original" would look great on the decollete, neck, arms and legs -  Beyonce was giving major leg action with her up to there split! 

With my suggestions you will surely be "picture perfect" and turn heads !!!

Monday, May 6, 2013

Kerry Washington channels "Punk Rock Princess" with Tarte Cosmetics for the MET Gala 2013 - Recreate the Look!!

Source : Getty 




get the look: Kerry Washington
event: The Met Gala
makeup artist: celebrity makeup artist Carola Gonzalez at The Magnet Agency for tarte
date: 5/6/13

inspiration: “Kerry represents classic beauty with an edge and the Vera Wang dress she chose is classic with a punk twist. The  stunning violets and blacks in the dress inspired me to create Kerry’s bold, smoky eye.

complexion:


cheeks:


eyes:


lips:


All these products are available at Tartecosmetics.com , and this look is really simple to duplicate ..  Have fun channeling your very own "Punk Rock Princess" in honor of the Met exhibit !! 

Friday, May 3, 2013

Tarte Cosmetics LipSurgence™ lip tint and lip luster HAUL !!


Lip Tints and Lip Lusters  , pictured in Natural Sunlight 

Lip Tints and Lip Lusters,  pictured with Flash   - Isnt my Zoya Pixie Dust in "Liberty" cute?? 

I just love  these Tarte Cosmetics LipSurgence™  Lip Lusters and Lip Tints ($24) .  Above,  you will find my palette for the summer season -  which is quickly approaching!!!  My absolute favorites are "Spirited" - which is a nice bright orange shade ( I see a lot of lines are incorporating an Orange shade --- Its the unspoken "it color") , "Adored" - its such a pretty pink! Nudes hold a special place in my heart , and "Buff" is a flirty luster. Honorable mentions - which will also be in rotation are "Moody" - I love the deep wine shades , even if its not the Winter/Fall ,  Im all about breaking the rules.  "Amused" (is actually in the hot pink family, but for or some reason looks a bit like a red in these photos) ,  which leaves a flushed tint on the lips. 

Best in Bronze - My ABSOLUTE Top Picks for Achieving that Glow...

Photo Credit : Pinterest



So you want your glow to be gradual ...... 

Jergens® Natural Glow +FIRMING Daily Moisturizer ($8.99 / Drugstores - The Frugalistas favorite option - its budget FRIENDLY!! )  gradually creates fabulous natural-looking color with a subtle skin-darkening complex. In as little as 7 days you'll experience visibly firmer skin with less noticeable cellulite and improved elasticity.

So you are over applying self tanners and waiting for them to dry , then waiting to get dressed... 



Today at 12am Midnight Josie Maran introduced this revolutionary breakthrough in self - tanners today on QVC and QVC.com ... BODY WASH!!! 
The Argan Self-Tanning Body Wash  ($35 , a $55 Value -  / QVC , QVC.com)  delivers tanning plus hydrating benefits while you shower . Another added bonus is the color develops within 30 seconds and the the body wash disappears in the shower with no staining !!! This Bronze Breakthrough is only available for 24hours only, with sales ending at midnight tonight.  



So you don't have time to exfoliate ( or you don't feel like it!) before going under your Bronzification ..... 




Tarte Cosmetics Brazilliance™ skin rejuvenating maracuja face and body self tanner with mitt ($37 / Tarte.com , Sephora ) is pefect for those who don't want to exfoliate because its key component is the miraculous Maracuja oil which adds moisture to the skin.  I love the mitt option , because it becomes tedious to have to worry about stained fingers and nails and have to  obsessively wash your hands. This revolutionary hybrid gel formula, infused with pure maracuja oil, delivers replenishing essential fatty acids along with skin-brightening and youth-preserving vitamin C. tarte’s proprietary PUREshield™ scent-control technology allows for a pleasant, spa-like application that smells unlike any self tanner you've tried before.


You just want to look like you have the "GLOW" , but don't want to Self - Tan... 


Mally Beauty Believable Bronzer ($40 / QVC, QVC.com) is perfect for women who just want a quick bronze fix!  This set includes three powders - a tanning powder for allover color, a shimmer to highlight, and a beautiful sun shade that's designed to make your cheeks radiant like a day at the beach. It's a great contouring set as well , there is many uses for this palette and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE it ! I would suggest even if you are using other forms of Self-Tanners / Bronzers this Bronzer NEEDS to be incorporated in your regime , whichever one you decide on doing. 


Whether you want to be safe from the UV rays and Self Tan at home, or you simply can't afford a quick getaway to that tropical destination , consider one of my options ..  Why not try them ALL?? You will not be disappointed !! 

Happy Bronzing ! 

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Ginger + Liz Spring Collection for Rickys NYC .... COVET !

Spring 2013 Exclusive to Rickys NYC Collection 

The cult favorite vegan friendly nail lacquer line Ginger + Liz recently released a collection of 10 nail lacquers ($12 each) for Spring 2013 exclusive to Rickys NYC stores and www.rickysnyc.com .  There is a shade for everyone in this collection. I personally like to switch it up VERY often, so I would wear every single color above - BUT  if I had to choose ..  my favorites would be: 
  1.  "Grounded"  - I love the Greige movement , I will NEVER get tired of these shades . 
  2. "Sitting Pretty" - I am a sucker for Pinks ! 
  3. "Sparkle Box"  - Every girl deserves some sparkle in her life . 



Although "Boss Lady" is not part of the new Spring Collection exclusive to Rickys NYC , it is DEFINITELY a honorable mention .  Beyonce's red-hot nails made a statement in the H&M campaign photos ,  manicure done by Lisa Logan.  This color is also available at Rickys NYC.  Who doesn't LOVE a RED nail ?