.jackie♡jaci.

2010-06-15T22:25:00.000-07:00

Marion Cotillard for Vogue!!

Here is a backstage look at Marion for her spread for Vogue. She is such a wonderful actress and I hope to see her in more movies. La Vie en rose anyone?!!! Totally amazing....

2010-05-30T12:03:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

While reading Temptalia.com, she has this great tag. I decided to answer here too, since this blog needs some loving. Here's the link in cause you're curious. *click*

Last Mascara you bought: Cargo Lash Activator
Last Lipstick you wore: Dior Addict "Nude Silhouette"
Last Look you wore that you LOVED!: Bronze eyes, coral cheeks, pale peach lips!!
Last Eyeshadow you fell in love with: Nars "Cayenne"
Last Blush you wore: Mac "Marine Life" (not really a blush...)
Last time you washed your brushes: Friday 05.29.10
Last nail polish you removed: Essie Hot Spot

2010-05-20T10:38:00.000-07:00

this blog feels soo neglected...
I am really sorry that i've havn't posted here as much as i like. I've just been super busy. With work, renovating, traveling... and just being away from my computer.

I'm gonna make a serious effort to try to post more! I've soo much to say and have stuff to show all of you...

I WILL BE BACK!

FOTD: Concert Series - "Blackend Red"

2009-09-18T17:54:00.000-07:00

I'm back! Hi, everyone :) Okay so this is gonna be the first of a concert series that I'm gonna do. The Kylie Minogue concert is just around the corner (Oct. 4th) and I really want to look my best! So I'm gonna try out a few looks, post the ones that I like on here, so that when the day comes I'll already have a "face" plan.

And, boy, do I need a plan when it comes to some things.

Okay heres the backstory: The last concert i went to, John Legend, I was soooo scatterbrained that day, that i really ended up looking like crap! With the fact that I was soo excited to see him perform, add that the time I got out of work i had only a small time frame from when the concert was gonna start to when we had to leave the house. Also with the fact that I was gonna be close to the stage, so YES i had a crap makeup of the day, and that made me a little self-conscious. (like he was paying any attention to ME anyway... rofl)

So here's the first look:

Products used for the look.
(Sorry, no foundation, concealer, blush, ect. was used)

A Night Out, Polyvore Style!

2009-09-10T15:38:00.000-07:00

A night out... by jackiejaci.blogspot featuring Marc by Marc Jacobs

Jimmy Choo for H &M

2009-09-02T18:05:00.000-07:00

After H&M announced Jimmy Choo as the next designer guest collaboration back in June, I’ve been desperately waiting to see what the collection will look like and i've waited to post anything unless I have 'something' for ya'll to see. And alas, some pic(s) have surfaced. I don't know about any of you but I LOVE j.c. I just hate having to shell out the major moolah to buy some shoes and purses! So I when i heard about his line (The limited edition collection will be available from November 14, 2009) i was sompletely stoked! Below are some boots that you better believe is gonna have a spot in my shoe closet!!

What do you all think. Are you as excited as I am for the collection?? And most important will any of you rock these over the knee boot??

Stay tuned for more info…will retail for $345

Las Vegas Pics!

2009-08-29T16:22:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to share some of my Las Vegas trip with ya'll! I do have to admit that this trip wasn't for like vacation-y. We went for the evo competition. My bf is a huge gamer, and since its an international comp, we couldnt miss it. So don't anythiing "big", just some pics. 7 of us went and on one day i was able to go with the other 4 and hit up the outlets, so if a few i show my, though VERY small, haul!

Till then, stay wonderful!

FOTD: "Purple Pirate"

2009-08-25T21:51:00.001-07:00

Long time no see.
I know I've been away for a while but im back now. its just life, it gets in the way sometimes. Here's a look that I wore today. Today i wore my urban outfitters "Pirates Arrr Cool" tee. The pirtate and the writings are purple, hence the purple look i went for today.
In the midst of all the makeup i stumbled upon a great combo: My lavendar anna sui lipstick with a benefits lipgloss called "kiss you". The colors looked soo similar in the tube that i decided to see how it looked on, and BAM.... magic! Oh and false lashes ARE optional.... Hope u like
:)
The ingredients.....

Update + rant!

2009-07-26T22:14:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Sorry I've been m.i.a. (yet again) but i just recently got back from Vegas and i needed some major time to recover. I had a little too much sun. And to make things worse, before i left I was at Huntington beach for about 3 day prior. Hence, some much needed recovery time.

I did manage to go the CCO. I got a few things. I was a bit disappointed with the selections they had there. I had heard that the cco there is really good... it is vegas for crissakes! I had went there for 1 purpose: "Redhead" Msf. It wasn't there of course. The other 2 were. They had loads in stock of brunette and blonde. I should of got the blonde, but I was a bit down cause they didnt have redhead.

Also I noticed that I'm almost at 50 subscribers! YAY! I'm thinking of doing a contest or a giveaway. Scratch that... it might be a bit premature for a contest. But, I'm definitely gonna do a giveaway. Do you all think its a good idea???

I'll post up my vegas haul in a day or 2. Also I have other important news that'll will be up in a bit! I hope you're all doing well and i'll talk to you soon!!

TAG: Honest Scrap

2009-07-08T21:36:00.000-07:00

Thank you to the Catanya (Catanya's Things) for tagging me! I'm a new reader to her blog, but from what I can tell: I sure to love it. The posts are always insightful and informative. :) Thanks again, girl!

The rules:
Tell your readers 10 things about you that they may or may not know, but are true. Tag ten people with the award, and be sure to let them know they've been tagged (a quick comment on their blog will do). Don't forget to link back to the blogger who tagged you.

I am a huge reader! I have dozens of books and I've read them all. I joke to my bf that i want to own my library. Reading a book a day is often a daily thing for me. My bf HATES to read. He finds it super boring.

My boyfriend and I have been together a long time. It will be 9 years, this February. He's the best! He's the yin to my yang.

After all those years, we finally moved in together last year. This July 24 will mark our one year anniversary of living together.

I have 1 sister. She's older than I. We looks as different as day and night. Our personalities are just as different, maybe more. Yet we always get along.

I am a huge dog person. I have 1 dog, her name is Kylie. She turned 5 yrs old this year!! She's my world!

I want a lot of dogs. Like at least 5! All the same breed as Kylie. It's a hard breed to find, especially one bred as fine as her. But, I will happen one day. I would mate her, but finding a stud has proven super difficult in these last 2 years.

I first started wearing makeup when I was 16. The first brand ever was Mac. It was really popular in my school, all the girls were wearing it. So I followed suit.

At 16, I had started to get mild-moderate acne. It wasn't till 17 that I realized that Mac studio fix powder was the issue. It cleared up by the time I was 18. Till last July (2008) I haven't worn a Mac foundation. In August that same year, I started to get realllllly bad acne. Terrible. The pictures would shock you!

Since the age of 18 I've been really into skin care. My acne in HS traumatized me so bad, that the day if i see a pimple i freak out. I have real sensitive skin to it looks even more terrible. But I have a great routine that my skin loves and works miracles!!

My dream job would to be a novelist! A good also. To have published and sold in books stores worldwide would be phenomenal! I can only dream!

** I tag: (if you already done it... sorry!)

http://withadriyah.blogspot.com/

http://whitzmakeuptipz.blogspot.com/

http://mymakeupmania.blogspot.com/

http://eclectic-satire.blogspot.com/

http://iambeautiful20.blogspot.com/

http://www.fashionista514.com/

http://evrybodyluvsjsal.blogspot.com/

http://xinarox.blogspot.com/

**I know it's not 10, but it's really hard to pick ppl!

FOTD: "Honeyed grapes...."

2009-07-08T02:31:00.000-07:00

Products used:
(eyes)
TFSI
Mac "Brule" e/s (all over ash & highlight)
Mac "Shroom" e/s (inner tear duct)
Mac "Buckwheat" e/s (all over lid & lower lashline)
Mac "Smoke Signals" pigment (crease color)
Un-named "Deep grape" e/s (outer v & smudged into outer, 1/3 of lower lashline)
White kohl liner in waterline
Covergirl "Very Black" lashblast mascara

(face & lips)
Bare Minerals "Summer Bisque" foundation
Bare Minerals "Mineral Veil"
Benefit Brow Zings
Mac "Honey Light" h/l powder (cheek bone, forehead, & bridge of nose)
Mac "Eversun" blusher
Nars "Striptease" l/g
I love how the overall face turned out. I really wanted to love the highlight powder, i just wish that outer spray was throughout the whole product. Suffice it to say i won't be buying another h/l powder from Mac again! :/

Summer night out kit, polyvore style!

2009-07-06T23:45:00.000-07:00

summer kit by jackiejaci.blogspot featuring Chanel sunglasses

**Here's what I'd put together if I could. You know if i had tons of money.... But, i was able to throw in some of my usual summer must-haves for myself!

2009-07-03T20:37:00.001-07:00

A preview of Chanel's new makeup collection debuted with eye shadows in deep rose and sienna hues. Makeup creative director Peter Philips originally premiered the look at the at the 2009/10 Cruise Collection show.EYE GLOSS: LUMINOUs CREAM QUADRA EYE SHADOW (Limited Edition)

The Fall 2009 Collection will be on-counter in July 2009.

Available at CHANEL boutiques, department and specialty stores, and on Chanel.com.

Collective haul - Mac & more...

2009-06-29T17:14:00.000-07:00

Sorry about being M.I.A. lately. It's just life sometimes gets in the way. It been super stressful lately and I rarely have time to log on and stuff. Also I'm still doing project 10 pan, but when I'm stressed..... I buy stuff. So this is some stuff that i picked up on my travels lately.

The lipstick is from a swap! I traded my SIB, 4x (maximum) used Blankety for her "un-boxed", almost half used Ahoy, There! :( :( :( I have the worst luck w/swapping! But, that another story.......

First off, I found this Christian Dior brush in a Shiseido on Sunday. And let me tell you, this brush is AWESOME! By far my most soft and high quality! I have a mixture of brushes ranging from Mac (of course) to Elf. But, this brush blows them all away. I'm kicking myself for not getting the large blush brush! And the price was awesome! They're having a 50% on all CD products! I'm gonna try to go this wknd, hopefully the sale is still going on!

I also started my first Mac quad and to be honest... i hate it. I'm not really digging "pan" form. I much prefer the original. Yes, the price is better and it's much more convienient.
I also got 1 blush and 1 highlight powder. And let me tell you... i luvv them! I usually never buy Mac "face" products cause my skin tends to react. But, the blush is beautiful... the color is outstanding! I have nothing like it! My Nars blushes are gonna be jealous cause it may be my new fav!!!
I think ya'll had enough of me blabbing! Till next time my lovlies :)

2009-06-26T21:27:00.000-07:00

Thank you to the ever so lovely Stefanie for tagging me.

+Confessions +

What's your favourite make up look? Neutral eye, with perfect brows, glossy lips, and glowing skin. Plus tons of mascara on curled lashes with a peach-ish, gold highlighted cheek!

Do you have a beauty vice? Lip products. I love them!! I have more glosses than anything else! If you saw my storage you'd understand! :)

What part of your body do you love? My feet. I think feet really tell you a lot about a person. But, my feet are small and i like to say dainty. And they're one of my MOST complimented part(s) of me!! :)

Who is your beauty icon? Yikes. I never know the answer to this question since they're a few. If you were to ask a modern icon... it would be Jennifer Aniston. Her skin always looks so perfect. She loves to wear subtle makeup that accentuates. Plus, she always rocks the bronzed, gold-y skin!

What beauty product makes you feel instantly sexy? I don't really have a beauty "product" that makes me feel that way. Maybe perfume....?

How do you look after your skin? I'm a strong believer in never sleeping in your makeup! I always wash and moisturize before I sleep. Drink TONS of H2O. Sleep a min of 8 hrs. And try (emphasize the "try") to eat healthy. I have a love/hate relationship w/my skin. It's very sensitive and can only take so much makeup!

What is your signature scent? I have 2. It's a dead tie between the 2. Marc Jacobs for women and "Lovely" by SJP. If they were in a fight .... "Lovely" would probley win! LOL :)

What are your haircare secrets? I don't have any. I hate my hair. I'm barely figuring out how to manage it now at my age! Give me a few years, then ask again. I might have a secret to tell! :)

How do you pamper yourself? Pedicures and bubble baths! Oh, and silk pajamas!

What is your beauty pet peeve? UN-blended foundation, toooooo much blush and unrealistically pale lips... They make me crazy! I don't know what it is....

What would your desert island must haves be? Sunscreen, chapstick , my fav perfume, toothbrush and toothpaste. Just cause i'm deserted doesn't give me the right to have STANK breath :p

Finally, do you have a beauty philosophy? Blend, blend, blend!!!!

MAC Love That Look Collection for Fall 2009

2009-05-31T22:46:00.000-07:00

Here is a breakdown by color, unofficial descriptions by temptalia:

Grand Entrance Cool apricot beige
Dreammaker Frosty golden yellow
Smoke & Diamonds Dirty dark grey <<>
Glamour Check! Reddish brown
Strike A Pose Dirty deep sea blue
Ego Light yellow pink
Fashion Groupie Light, blue violet
Unbasic White Snow white
One-Off Medium green with silver pearl
Rated R Light, yellow green
Style Snob Dirty pink brown with gold pearl
Fashion Light gray-green with gold pearl

smoke & diamonds

Pearlglide Liners: Fly by Blu, Black Russian, Molasses, Rave

Source: Temptalia

New favs.. plus a fotd

2009-05-30T00:50:00.000-07:00

I love how this turned out. I used my new favorite eyeshadow: Nars "Ondine". Sorry about the color getting kinda washed out!

Product(s) used:
(eyes)
TFSI
Nars "Ondine" e/s (all over lid color)
Mac "Sable" e/s (outer v color, blended into crease)
Mac "Shroom" e/s (highlight & inner tear duct color)
Mac "Circa Plum" pigment (lower lashline color)
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara
(face & lips)
MUFE Mat Velvet + foundation
Benefit Brow Zings
Mac "Belightful"
Nars "Mata Hari" blusher
BE "Champagne Diamond Radiance"
Nars "Harlow" l/g
Mac "Fashion Scoop" l/g
______
A new favorite! I mixed Nars "Harlow" and ontop of that i put Mac "Fashion Scoop" cremesheen. the result was just Too cute!______
NOTD: a concoction of 2 polishes. I think i will call it "green-ito".... hehe. I think it came out pretty good.

My baby's birthday.. YAY! plus a little OPI haul

2009-05-26T14:16:00.000-07:00

Okay so the other day was my little girls birthday. She is officially 5 yrs old. I will post a baby picture of her and a pic of her on her bday. Also a pic of her gift... ;)

Her birthday gift. I purchased from "The Diva-Dog Bowtique"

Her wearing her punk rock bow... too cute.
Baby Kylie!

I haven't had time to do anything as of late. But, I did have time to order these polishes from 8ty8 Beauty. On the left is "Over the Taupe" from the Brights by Paige and on the right is "Bronzed To Perfection" from the South Beach Collection. They also sent me a free sample of the Poshe "Potion of Youth". I haven't had time to try it out yet. But when I do I will maybe do a review.

♡ Friendship Award ♡

2009-05-24T22:08:00.000-07:00

I was given this award by the adorable Claire :) Thanks girl, you're too kind ;)

The rules are:
1. Take your award here.
2. Put the logo on your post.
3. Link the person who awarded you.
4. Nominate at least 7 other bloggers.
5. Add the links of those bloggers on yours.
6. Leave a message for your nominees.

I would like to give this award to:
Robyn @ Fashionista 514
Stefanie @ The Lip Print
Iyah @ As Pink As My Juicy!
Whitney @ Whitz World of Makeup & Beauty
Anastacia @ My Makeup Mania
Scrangie
Tiffany @ Big Hair Bigger Lashes

Marilyn Monroe Contest Entry

2009-05-20T00:01:00.000-07:00

Here's my entry for Robyn's (fashionista 514) Marilyn Monroe contest.
I tried my best. But, as you can see I look NOTHING like Marilyn Monroe. So my take will, of course, fail in comparison. I didn't do her famous mole, cause I have my own... :) Also my lips pictured a different shade than in person. THAT is soo annoying. But oh well. I think it still came out like I wanted. But, you can file my hair in the "epic fail" section..... :}

Wish me luck :)

trying to get pose... lame!

the silly faces...

...The Inspiration...

...The Tools...

FOTD: "Smoking those Grapes..."

2009-05-19T21:09:00.000-07:00

I was going out and I wanted a dramatic look, yet again. I been totally into smokey looks as of late. So i decided to make it a purple one.
My inspiration for this look is from THIS pic of Drew Barrymore I saw on Glamour Land's blog.Thanks girl ;)
Drew is sporting some fierce smokey purple shadow, as you can see. But, honestly, it looks a lot like "Grape" pigment from Mac. Since I don't have that pigment I had to make do with what I had. Which was basically "Smoke Signal" pigment. But, by putting a purple-y-blue shadow on top, it transformed into a more vibrant "purple", instead of the maroon color of the pigment. So high five!

Product(s) used:
(eyes)
benefit "r.s.v.p." c/s
mac "smoke signal" pigment
mary kay "copper beach" e/s
l.a. colors "chic" e/s palette - purple/blue color
mac "shroom" e/s
mac "black funk" e/l
mac "plushblack" mascara

(face & lips)
philosphy "supernatural" foundation
BE "mineral veil"
benefit brow zings
mac "just dessert" tricolor l/g

HERE'S ME RIGHT AFTER I FINISHED MY FACE. the hairs not even done yet... yikes....
I need to get me some different bulbs.... i always come out sooo yellow! :{

Nars "Modern Day Love" palette swatches

2009-05-17T19:17:00.000-07:00

Exclusive to Nordstrom stores, the palette comes with a mix of shimmery neutrals, sexy, sparkling plum and a sprinkling of basic brown and black. Available now. $50. All images are property of Makeup and Beauty Blog.

Alhambra: shimmery peachy pink
Jezebel: shimmery reddish brown
India Song: shimmery golden brown
Tokyo: shimmery silver
Habenera: shimmery plum
Pandora: matte black
Top row
bottom row

Nars Vinatge Nail Polish!

2009-05-14T01:10:00.000-07:00

Nars has released (this week??) 5 exclusive + 1 additional new shade of nail polishes that they're calling: "Long lost from years past, Limited Edition Shades". Available online now. $16 each.
I have a question... where's Zulu??

Blue Lagoon - Iridescent powder blue (exclusive)
Zizi - Clear w/peach & gold glitter (exclusive)
Tallulah - Rich Grape (exclusive)
Hunger - Hot orange red (exclusive)
Cha Cha Cha - Semi-sheer tangerine w/gold reflections (exclusive)
Adelita - Shimmering pearlescent pink

Source: Nars

FOTD: 'Rustic, Steamy Night"

2009-05-14T00:02:00.001-07:00

I know the name isn't the inventive or.... pretty for that matter. But, that all I could think of at the time. lol ;)
Anyways, this was tonight's look. I used "Steamy" e/s by Mac, another of my unloved, unused e/s. And let me tell you this "ten pan" thing is super difficult. Lollipop26 is genius to have come up with it. But, I started about a week after she posted, and have had a difficult time ever since. This whole look, aside from a few, consists of products that rarely see the light of day. I hope you like it... ;)

Products used:
(eyes)
Benefit "Skinny Jeans" cream shadow (used as base)
Mac "Steamy" e/s (used on middle of lid)
Bare Minerals "Smokey Diamond" e/s (outer v)
Mac "Satin Taupe" e/s (inner lid, crease & lower lashline)
Mac "Light Ray" e/s (used as highligher & inner tear duct)
Mary Kay "Coper Beach" e/s (used to blend out crease)
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara
(face & lips)
Philosophy "The Supernatural" foundation
Mac "Buff" blusher
Bare Minerals "Bare Radiance" f/c (used as blusher on apples of cheeks)
Benefit Brow Zings
Mac "Naked Space" lipglass

FOTD: "Smokey Brown"

2009-05-09T23:58:00.001-07:00

Here's a quick look i threw together. I wanted another try at a live video. So, i decided to something fairly simple. I hope ya'll like it. I used one my favorite e/s of all time: Magnetic Fields by MAC.

Products used:
(eyes)
Benefit "Birthday Suit"
Mac "Sharkskin" shadestick
Stila "Vieux Carre" e/s duo
Mac "Magnetic Fields" e/s
Nars "Blondie" e/s
Bare Minerals "Flawless Diamond" e/s
Covergirl "Black Brown" eyeliner
Covergirl LashBlast Mascara
(face & lips)
Mac foundation stick
Benefit brow zings
Nars "deep throat" blusher
Mac "fresh brew" lipstick
Lancome "Spring Fling" lipgloss

Welcome back, Stila!

2009-05-08T20:29:00.000-07:00

Stila is back!

To thank loyal Stila girls everywhere for their dedication and support, Stila’s new owner, Lynn Tilton, is offering you girls the Stila Appreciation 24kt Luxe Lip Gloss, free with a purchase of $25 or more. Enter APPRECIATE at checkout.

Source: Stila.com

Get Rachel McAdams look!

2009-05-08T19:16:00.001-07:00

He did it again. This man is bananas! Look at her. The makeup is beautiful. I'm re-creating this look tonight. I don't think I'll do the hot pink lips, only cause I don't have any opaque hot pink anything. The best I have is Mac's "Nice Kitty" and it's super sheer.

Anyways, I loved this look so much that I wanted to post it on here to ya'll to see.
Enjoy ;)

Source: Troy Jensen

Free Makeovers at the Grocery Store? Yes way!

2009-05-07T17:33:00.001-07:00

This month, definitely take a stroll through Whole Foods cosmetics aisle!
Throughout May, select Whole Foods stores are offering free natural makeovers, complete with application tips. They'll also be selling an exclusive Spring Blossom Color Kit from Mineral Fusion for $19.99 (it's packed with lip gloss, shadow, blush, blotting papers, and an instructional DVD), plus they'll be doing lectures and podcasts to educate shoppers on the benefits of going green with your cosmetics.
How awesome is that!

Source: Allure

2 of the best news a girl can get!

2009-05-07T17:07:00.001-07:00

• "Mad Men" season three started production today (YAY!), and AMC says the season will premiere sometime in August. That's a bit later than seasons one and two (both of which started in late July).
Finally, they release some news! This is my favorite, or top 3, show on TV right now. I'm bummed i have to wait another month for it to air, but at least it going to come back this year.

• Kylie Minogue's FIRST North American Tour! Breakdown of dates below.
I'm sooooo there. You all have no idea how long I've been waiting for her to touch down on American soil. I've only seen her in America when i went to the stupid taping of "Dancing with the Stars" mid last year. But she's coming now! I will of course being front row screaming my head off. Yes i'm one of THOSE fans....

Wed, 09/30/09 08:00 PM	Fox Theater - Oakland Oakland, CA
Sat, 10/03/09 08:00 PM	Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas, NV
Sun, 10/04/09 07:30 PM	Hollywood Bowl Hollywood, CA
Wed, 10/07/09 08:00 PM	Congress Theater Chicago, IL
Sun, 10/11/09 08:00 PM	Hammerstein Ballroom New York, NY
Mon, 10/12/09 08:00 PM	Hammerstein Ballroom New York, NY

OPI España (Spain) Collection - Fall 2009

2009-05-05T18:25:00.000-07:00

First off, thanks for Scrangie for giving us all the heads up! Thanks girl! ;)
The best news in the world: Emelie at P'ssion has released promo pictures of the new OPI Fall collection! It's called "OPI Espana collection" YAY! All the colors look so pretty. I think I'm gonna end up buying them all!!!!! No joke. And as being half spanish myself, this collection is all the more sweeter! Also at her blog, are released promo pictures of the winter collection by OPI. Link below.
Like Scrangie, i am more excited about the espana collection!

Barefoot in Barcelona, Can You Tapas This? Give Me Moor!

Pink Flamenco, No Spain No Gain, Ate Berries in the Canaries.Suzi Skis in the Pyrenees, Here Today… Aragon Tomorrow, Manicurist of Seville.
Pamplona Purple, Conquistadorable Color, Bullish on OPI.

Source: Colección de España Fall 2009; OPI Holiday Wishes Winter 2009

FOTD: "Meet the Browns"

2009-04-30T22:11:00.000-07:00

Okay scariness!! I just uploaded my FIRST video ever. It's kinda scary. It was an entry for Angelamarie292 1st contest. I did mine based off her "Meet the Browns" tutorial. My fav tut of her. I did mine kinda on the light side. Which i think will bite me in butt when it comes to her choosing the winner. But, oh well.

Also I had to record it with my lame webcam, cause my bf forgot to change the batteries in my camera. So, all in all, my first try at a live tutorial SUCKED!!! :o(

FOTD: "Taupypurp .. no way"

2009-04-28T22:36:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! So I decided to try out the Anna Sui lipstick gloss that I got. And honestly I am the biggest wuss when it comes to color on my lips. I only either do chapstick, gloss, or once in a blue moon red lips. But then Ever so Rich cremesheen glass came out & everyone pairing it w/Lavender whip. It looked so pretty. So of course by the time I decided to buy the 2, they were SOLD OUT. Of course. Grrrrr. I'm kicking myself cause ESR & Petite Indulgence are the only cremesheen that I DON'T have. But, the latter is whatever to me. I 'd never wear it.
This is a very simple look I know. And be warned: Silly faces below

Products used:
(eyes)
Benefit "Birthday Suit" cream shadow
Mac "Apres-Ski" e/s
Mac "Satin Taupe" e/s
Mary Kay "Coper Beach" e/s
Mac "Shroom" e/s
Smashbox "Fan Club" shadow liner
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara
(face & lips)
MUFE Mat Velvet+ foundation
Bare Minerals "champagne diamond radiance" f/c (used as blusher)
Anna Sui "303" gloss lipstick
Benefit Brow Zings

Nordstrom Exclusive: NARS Palette!

2009-04-28T22:12:00.000-07:00

OMG! Thanks to the wonderful Krasey blog I just found out that Nordstrom is getting an exclusive palette by NARS!!! I LOVE, love, love NARS, they're my fav m/u brand BY FAR! I can't wait to get my grubby hands on this!
Are any of you as excited as I am?? You better be. ;)

Introducing the NARS Modern Day Love Palette, a Nordstrom exclusive that hits stores in May and will retail for $50.

Shades included:
- Alhambra (top left) Metallic Rose Mist
- Jezebel (top middle) Shimmering Sable
- India Song (top right) Shimmering Walnut
- Tokyo (bottom left) Soft Silver-White
- Habanera (bottom middle) Sparkling Charcoal-Plum
- Pandora (bottom right) Matte Black

Source: Krasey Beautiful via Butterfly Diary

Haulage: Benefit, Smashbox, OPI, Anna Sui + Mac

2009-04-24T22:02:00.001-07:00

Here are a few additional things i managed to pick up this week. Most is from the Sephora sale. The polish is from a OPI manufacturer that my aunt & I happened stumbled upon. And since my aunt is a working makeup artist we were able to get a real good discount on the stuff. And had i not only had cash on me, i would of got a TON more stuff. Cause opi is my fav polish brand. I was just happy that i got the "rapid dry" for a real good price. It usually retails for over $10 bucks... yikes! i know. I also shopped at All Cosmetic Wholesale. Youtube guru's Michele1218 & Mel for Makeup both swears by it, so i decided to get some things from there. I got the Smashbox gel liner, Mac lipgelee, and the Anna Sui lipstick. yes, i decided to jump on the lavendar l/s bandwagon. I'm not sure if its for me, yet, but hey i only paid $2.99 for it.

Products purchased:
Benefit Girls Night In - Includes: "Skinny Jeans" & "Birthday Suit" Creaseless Shadow/liner; "Lady's Choice" Lipstick & Shadow liner brush + 3 collectible magnets
Benefit "R.S.V.P." Creaseless Shadow/liner
Anna Sui "303" Gloss lipstick
Mac"Lust is Lush" lipgelee
OPI Rapid Dry Spray
OPI "Brights Power" & "Breathe Life"
Smashbox "Fan Club" Shadow Liner
Smashbox #8 & #12 double ended brush

Urban Outfitters: Free Shipping

2009-04-23T02:41:00.000-07:00

ENTER OHSHIP AT CHECKOUT

FREE STANDARD SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $75.
EXPIRES AT MIDNIGHT EST ON 4/27/09.
EXCLUDES FURNITURE. WEB ONLY. U.S. ONLY.

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YAY! I know this is no big thing. But I LOVE URBAN OUTFITTERS. And i know some of you people out there must love them. And might i mention, some of my fav clothes are from there. And the one purse i use almost daily, out of the 50 i own, is from there. And usually, IMO, there shipping is uber expensive. So when i saw this i had to post it. ENjoy!

FOTD: "Martini with 2 olives, please!"

2009-04-23T01:25:00.000-07:00

It's gonna be 2am. I can't sleep. So, i decided to play around with some makeup. I was looking around and saw Mac's"Night Light" pigment hiding wayyy in the back in my e/s drawer. Its one of those colors that i bought on total impulse and used like three times (at MOST). So i decided to create a look around it. I also used "Buff" blush another thing i NEVER use. Here's what i came up with.

And p.s. sorry that i look soo pissed in these pictures, its just that i can't sleep and i've been up since WICKED early in the a.m.
Product(s) used:
(Eyes)
Ofra green & yellow concealer (as bases)
Mac "Sharkskin" shadestick (outer lid base)
Stila "Fandango" duo - lime green side
Mac "You're Fresh" e/s
Mac "Night Light" pigment
Mac "White Gold" pigment
Mary Kay "Copper Beach" e/s <<-- one of my fav e/s of ALL time :)
Mac "Danger Zone" e/s - black side
Mac "Mystery" kohl pencil
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara
(face)
Bare Minerals foundation
Mac "Belightful" p/powder
Mac "Buff" blusher
Benefit brow zings
(lips)
Burt's Bees chapstick
Mac "Fresh Brew" lipstick
Mac "Wet, Wild, Wonderful" plushglass

"Jab, Strong, Fierce" ... I'm there ;)

2009-04-22T01:55:00.001-07:00

Okay so verdicts in.... and no Vegas in April for Jackie. Boo... :( But, its not my fault. Here's the breakdown: My bf is really into the gaming world. And the current fav is: Street Fighter 4. And he got sent the invite notice for the above event at Nucleus this Saturday. It's gonna be held at the local gallery in Alhambra, CA (which I'm love with, btw they have the best stuff). So we both decided to skip on Vegas this month and postpone till july. That gives me MORE time to save some mooolah, and which means he's going to work today (wednesday). Get my drift... muhahahah (evil laugh inserted there). So if anyone will be in the area or has a bf or gf interested the sf4 stop over there. There's always free refreshment at an opening reception + an awesome dj, spinning those beats. It's a real cool place. If you do go, don't be afraid to holla at a girl. I'll the one w/the bright nail polish on! :) :) :)

This Saturday: Jab, Strong, Fierce - A Street Fighter Tribute Show
We're only days away from our super-anticipated event: JAB, STRONG, FIERCE! Over 40 artists are participating in this exhibition by creating one-of-a-kind Street Fighter influenced art that all Street Fighter, video game, and art fans will enjoy.

You can join in the festivities for FREE!
Free raffle tickets to the first 100 guests ($1 a ticket thereafter) for a chance at great giveaways.
Come in costume and receive 15% off any store item and/or sign up for our Cosplay competition for a chance at prizes provided by our sponsors.

Other special features include:

SF4 TOURNAMENT with $500 Grand Prize. Sponsored by EVO (details).
Free refreshments served.
Music by Ronikus.

Sponsors: Capcom, Udon Entertainment, Cha For Tea, Coin-op TV, I am 8-bit, and EVO.

Collective Haul and some major venting!

2009-04-19T15:38:00.000-07:00

Here is some stuff I've picked up randomly throughout the week. I talked about it a bit in my previous post. It's not much, i know. Cause like I've been saying: i need to SAVE FOR VEGAS. Uggggh! If my bf finds out, i think he's gonna really gonna postpone the trip. We're supposed to leave this Friday. And what makes it worst is that i have stuff coming in on Wed & of course he's not going to work that day. Yikes!! So when up ups shows up..... i don't think I'll be able to hide it. Should i tell just him now, and save me the trouble? He really likes us (me) to save cause when I'm there, and yes just ME, i go BERSERK. I can't resist those outlets. Can anyone?? Here's the breakdown: On the way, we stop at indoor mall, the one next to the Buffalo Bills thing-y. And then before we leave we go to the outdoor outlet place. I dunno. I really want to go in April cause it won't be as hot as it usually is, when we go, in July. I'll see what happens.... I'm in a bad spot. Whatever, now on to the goodies :)

Products purchased:
Nars "Mata Hari" Blusher
Mac "Shimmermoss" e/s
Mac "Fashion Scoop" & "Creme Anglaise" cremesheen glass <<< :) Express turquoise knit sweater Old Navy summer dress

FOTD: "Purple Violets"

2009-04-17T20:39:00.000-07:00

Nothing special going on as of late. Just buying a few things here and there. The most notable thing i got was 2 more cremesheens!!! YAY! I don't know if anyone has caught on, but I LOVE THEM. They're my fav. I'm only missing 2 now. I'll find & get them somehow.

But anyways i was watching the movie "Purple Violets". I thought it was really good, except for Selma Blair. I don't really like her as an actress. She sooo "blah". And thought i'll base a look off the title name, and make it an inexpensive look. I tried. Thats about as much as i'm gonna say :)
Product(s) used:
(Eyes)
Ofra purple concealer (as base)
L.A. Colors "periwinkle" Chic e/s palette (lid & inner tear duct)
Stila "Vieux Carre (purple side)" e/s duo (crease)
Mac "Prankster" e/s (outer v)
Splash Cosmetics "Dolphin's Kisses" eye sparkle (browbone only)
NYX "Cream Cheese" e/s (highlight)
Mac "Circa Plum" pigment (lower lid)
Sephora "Lagoon" eye crayon (as eyeliner & waterline)
Mac "Smoke Signal" pigment (on top of lagoon pencil in waterline... is that safe?)
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara
(lips & face)
face: nothing.
lips: Mac "Creme Anglaise" cremesheen glass :) :) :)

Scented Nail Polish? Yes, please!

2009-04-15T23:45:00.000-07:00

Just in time for summer, Revlon releases "Fruitful Temptations", a limited-edition collection of scented nail polishes. Each shade has a matching fruit fragrance.

"The 8 shades are inspired by the freshness of exotic summer fruits and infused with succulent tropical scents. Each fruit shade has a matching fruit scent when the enamel is dry."

Available in Coconut Crush, Mad About Mango, Pretty In Papaya, Sublime Strawberry, Raspberry Rapture, Mon Cherry, Passionate Fruit, and Not So Blue-Berry.

FOTD: "Bronzed Surabaya"

2009-04-15T01:02:00.000-07:00

This is my favorite look as of lately. I have worn it 3 times already, including the 2 times last week. It reminds me of summer :)

and p.s. please excuse the dryness of my skin. Its this damn changing weather....

Product(s) used:
(eyes)
TFSI
Nars "Surabaya II" e/s (lid & middle, lower of lashline)
Mac "Melon" pigment (crease & inner, lower lashline)
Mac "Patina" e/s (outer v, blended into outer, lower lashline)
NYX "Cream Cheese" e/s (highlight & inner tear duct)
Cover Girl "Black Brown" perfect blend pencil crayon (waterline)
Mac "PlushBlack" mascara
(face)
Mac Studio Stick foundation
Ofra Concealer
BE mineral veil
Benefit Brow zings (eyebrows)
Nars "Deep throat" blusher (used w/a very light hand)
(lips)
Burt's Bees chapstick
Mac "Marquise D" lipstick
Mac "Soft Wave" lipglass

Matthew Williamson for H&M Spring ‘09 Collection

2009-04-14T03:43:00.001-07:00

Here are two images from the upcoming Matthew Williamson for H&M ad campaign featuring Daria Werbowy. I’m loving all the bright colorful pieces, so fun for Summer. I'm definitely going stock up on my wardrobe with this collection. From May 14, the Summer collection will be available in around 1600 H&M stores worldwide.

In the meantime the Spring 2009 Collection [Part 1] will be released on April 23rd in the following U.S. Stores. Mark your calendars!

Atlanta: Atlantic Station, 231 18th St.
Boston: 100 Newbury St.
Chicago: 840 North Michigan Avenue
Los Angeles: Beverly Center << ME + WALLET = THERE :)
New York: 34th and Broadway
New York: 51st and 5th
New York: 59th and Lexington
San Francisco: 150 Powell St.

Source: youtube; nitro:licious

FOTD: "Smokey Nautical Blue"

2009-04-12T00:13:00.000-07:00

Went shopping for an Easter outfit today and this is what i wore. I didn't have enough time to finish cause the bf was calling me. So i snapped a few pics, then i just added sunscreen in the car. And i just pulled out the first pink lipgloss i saw. Then ran upstairs :)

Product(s) used:
(Eyes)
Mac "Sharkskin" Shadestick (lid base only)
Nars "Night Flight" e/s (lid & lower, outer 1/3 eye)
Mac "Bell Bottom Blue" pigment (crease & lower, middle 1/3)
Mac "Wisteria" e/s (brow bone & blend w/lower existing e/s)
Stila "kajiki" e/s duo ... the navy color (outer v of lid)
No name pale white blue shimmer e/s (highlight & tear duct)
Sephora brand "Lagoon" eyeliner (waterline)
Mac "ZoomBlack" mascara

(Lips & Face)
face: just sunscreen, nothing else... can you see that discoloration.. yikes
lips: Mac "Just Dessert" tricolor lipglass
eyebrows: Benefit Brow Zings

Haul: Essie, Orly, Color Club + China Glaze

2009-04-11T14:54:00.000-07:00

YAY! It came yesterday: Essie's Northfolk Collection. I got 2 of the 3. I also got 2 of the Orly Prepster Collection, and 1 of the Color Club Electro Candy Collection. I also got Agent Lavender from China Glaze's Operation Colour Collection. I don't really like China Glaze, but I really wanted a pastel purple color for Easter.

Product(s) Purchased:
Essie: Mesmerize, Sag Harbor & Greenport
Orly: Country Club Khaki & Cashmere Cardigan
China Glaze: Agent Lavender
Color Club: Ultra Violet

Love from Iyah

2009-04-09T18:13:00.000-07:00

Iyah (aka "As pink as my Juicy") was having a make-up sale. I got this a while ago. I just forgot to post, till i looked through my memory card on my camera. So.. anyways, i spotted some things i wanted. 2 lippies. Both from collections i pretty much passed on. Except for 1 e/s from the neo-sci fi. So when she posted these, i jumped on it. And let me say that she is the nicest person ever! She and i both talked back and forth. We talked about the upcoming IMATS. She wanted to know if i was going. I SAID YES!!! I won't miss it. And other stuff. So hopefully we'll meet up and greet. She said that there's a bunch of bloggers that are gonna meet up and roam!

I got my tickets, have you! Oh, and she threw in the mini perfume, it smells soo good! So thanks girl! :)

Buy Gwyneth Paltrow's clothes!

2009-04-09T16:58:00.000-07:00

Gwyneth’s selling off some mind-blowing, probably barely worn, stuff including a handful of Chanel bags, dresses from Balenciaga, Michael Kors, tops from Helmut Lang and Marni, Prada, Proenza and Vivier shoes.

Clothes are in the 4/6 range, shoes are size 8.5/9, bags are for everyone and prices are insanely low at the moment- $62 for the Proenza shoes, $146 for the Balenciaga dress.

Profits from the auction go to Robin Hood Foundation, a New York charity that targets poverty within the city. So say what you will about Gwyneth, but you know you’d get a kick out of owning her particular Burberry studded sandals via charity.

HERE'S THE LINK: ebay

Rogue Unlimited! New from Shu Uemura!

2009-04-07T19:26:00.000-07:00

Here is some information with you about a new collection of bright, vivid and pure pink lipsticks and glosses Shu Umera has launched for this month (April).

Rouge Unlimited Pink Collection – APRIL

- A series of lipsticks and glosses made with a Pink Hybrid Pigment, one of the purest pink pigments ever discovered and patented by Shu Uemura.

- New and unique shades of pink that have never been seen before!

- Shades range from never before seen light, yellowish, dark and bluish pinks.

- 9 shades of Rouge Unlimited Lipstick and 5 shades of Gloss Unlimited

Source: sephora, shu uemura

FOTD: Teal w/ a hint of Easter

2009-04-03T23:03:00.001-07:00

Here my lame attempt at a "cut crease". It was all good till i added the brown color shadow to the outer crease. So i just blended that sucker together. Booo. I wasn't sure of whether to post or not, cause my face is Über dry.
I'm also putting up a Easter look i did a couple days ago. But beware: its very blush-yy.

Products used: (teal)
(eyes)
TFSI
NYX "Cream Cheese" e/s (lid to brow)
MAC "Teal" Pigment (crease)
Nars "Blondie" e/s (outer crease)
Mac "Steamy" e/s (lower 2/3 lid)
Mac "White Gold" (lid & lower 2/3 lashline)
Nars "Goldmember" c/b (highligher & inner tear duct)
Mac "Mystery" kohl eye pencil (waterline)
VS HD Mascara
(face & lips)
Mac Studio Stick foundation
Nars "Deep Throat" blush
Mac "Simply Delicious" tricolor lipglass

Products used: (Easter look)
(eyes)
Ofra green concealer (as base)
Stila "Fandango" e/s duo (lime green color to lid only)
Mac "Wisteria" e/s (crease & lower lashline)
Mac "White Gold" pigment (highligher)
Mac "You're Fresh" e/s (inner tear duct)
Mac Plush lash mascara
Beautique "White" e/l (waterline)
(face & lips)
Bare Minerals foundation
Nars "Orgasm" blush
Nars "Stolen Kisses" Lipgloss
Mac "Spring Bean" Lustreglass

Nars Summer 09 Collection Available Online!!

2009-04-01T18:21:00.000-07:00

Nars Summer 09 Collection. I ordered, are you??

Collective Haul: Nars, Mac & Smashbox

2009-04-01T17:35:00.000-07:00

I went shopping this weekend. I went mainly for clothes, but since i broke my eyelash curler, i had to get another one. So i went over to the Nars counter, and i bought, then i went over to Sephora. I even stopped at the MALet's just say it was a bad weekend for my wallet. I even had to stash the makeup bags into my bags of clothes, so my bf won't see them. I'm supposed to NOT be spending & SAVING for vegas....

Kate Moss for Topshop almost here...

2009-04-01T02:11:00.000-07:00

Kate Moss' highly anticipated 2009 Spring line for Topshop will be here on Thursday, April 2nd 2009. Here is a sneak peek at her collection. Courtesy of IMO.
Source: Topshop

Nars, Nars, Nars...

2009-03-31T15:26:00.000-07:00

Surfing the net i stumbled across this picture, and i wow.... 2 things i love: NARS & cupcakes.

Source: Bellasugar

Kérastase Is Discontinuing Ten Products

2009-03-31T02:26:00.000-07:00

Kérastase (my fav hair care line, but way too expensive)is discontinuing ten products. While we are deeply saddened that some of the liquid gold of hair products are disappearing from the market, we are thrilled that they are now on sale. Receive 30 percent off your purchase at the brand's website when you type in "VIP30" at checkout. We suggest the Bain de Force, a fortifying shampoo for weakened or fragile hair and the Bain Aprés-Soleil, a balancing shampoo for sun-exposed hair, both of which are $22.40 each (down from $32). Get other serums, creams, and gels until April 10, when the sale ends and these products are gone forever.

Source: NYmag; Kerastase

Fashion Inspiration: Japan

2009-03-29T01:06:00.000-07:00

Japan. I swear they have the coolest, funkiest style ever. The makeup, nails... pure love to me. Yup, yup. My personal fav is the Hime style. I even dressed up as a Himegyaru for Halloween. Yep i did. And i loved it! I will one day go to Tokyo and shop till i drop. Just wait and see world!

Source: egg☆mgg

What I'm using... now!

2009-03-25T23:48:00.000-07:00

I thought this would be fun to post. I wasn't tagged, but i was browsing Haulin Broad's blog, saw/read it, and though it would be fun. (p.s. i hope she doesn't mind!) :)

Shampoo: Aveda Pure Abundance Voluminzing Shampoo

Conditioner: Oscar Blandi Balsamo di Jasmine Smoothing Conditioner

Heat Protector: Tresemme

Shower Gel: SJP Lovely shower gel

Body Moisturizer: BBW Magnolia Blossom & Philosphy Amazing Grace... both my all time favs

Deodorant: Dove Roll-on

Fake Tan: VS Bare Bronze

Cleanser: Philosophy Purity Made Simple

Exfolatior: Origins Never a Dull Moment

Eye makeup remover: none

Face Primer: none

Foundation: MUFE Matte Velvet+, BE, Philosophy "The Supernatural" & Mac Hyper Real

Foundation Brush: BE's Handy Buki & Full coverage Kubuki brush

Concealer: OFRA concealer wheel

Powder: BE's Mineral Veil

Blusher: Nars Deep Throat

Bronzer: VS Bare Bronze face flawless glow

Eyeshadow base: TFSI

Eyeshadows: Mac Patina, Satin Taupe, Magnetic Fields & Nars Edie

Eyeliner: Loreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt tip eyeliner

Eyelash curler: Nars

Eyelash base: none

Mascara: Diorshow

Lipstick: MAC Fresh brew & Sephora Maniac

Lipgloss: Mac Saplicious (my fav), White Magic, Consume Me, Looks like Sin & Nars Bloodwork

Nail Colour: (fingers) OPI Need Sunglasses? & (feet) Color Club Groove Thang

FOTD: "80's Blues"

2009-03-22T21:40:00.001-07:00

I was watching this instructional video (The Eyes Have It) yesterday on how to be fabulous in the 80's. Not only was it entertaining, but it was helpful. There were some great tips that still stand up in today beauty industry. So, I decided to do my take on it, but modern it up to today and my likings.

Products used:
(eyes)
Ofra purple concealer (eyelids as base)
Kat Von D "Techno" e/s (lid only)
Mac "Naval Blue" pigment (inner third of crease only)
Mac "Smoke Signal" pigment (outer third of crease only)
Nyx "Star" e/s (top of crease & under eye only)
Kat Von D "Slayer" cream e/s (browbone & inner tear duct only)
Loreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt tip eyeliner
Mac "Black Funk" e/l (waterline)
Victoria's Secret HD Black Mascara
(face)
Nothing. This is my bare skin :(
Benefit Brow Zings Wax only (eyebrows)
(lips)
Mac "Nice Kitty" Lipglass

Sugarsweet & Cremesheen Haul

2009-03-19T14:32:00.000-07:00

My Sugarsweet lippies came today. And i was both delighted and disappointed. Firstly, i was happy cause the colors are as cute as i though they'd be. I love the packaging. BUT then the disappointment kicked in. These things are TINY. In comparison to the lipglass's, the difference is 1 oz. But, you'd think for the extra 3 + change your shelling out, you'd get more product! I guess not.

Product(s) purchased:
Mac Just Dessert Tricolor Lipglass
Mac Consume Me Tricolor Lipglass
Mac Simply Delicious Tricolor Lipglass
Mac Triple-Yum Tricolor Lipglass
Mac Melt in your Mouth Cremesheen Glass

Sugarsweet Collection online available now!

2009-03-16T21:37:00.000-07:00

YAY! It's here. I've haven't been this excited since the Chill collection. It came sooner than i had anticipated (for some reason i thought it was going to be released in April), lame on my part. I know. But I placed my order today, so it should be here shortly.
As i said in the last post, i got most of them, expect one: Tasty. It was just "eh" to me! If i see some swatches that impress me then i might get it. But it wasn't a must have. I really want Aquavert & Sugarshot e/s but I'm gonna wait on see some swatches to see if their worthwhile buy.

Also I bought another cremesheen lippy. I'm in love w/the formula, it's my favorite!

NOTD - "True Red plus tips"

2009-03-15T17:37:00.000-07:00

Here is my nail of the week. I got the inspiration from floooof's Hello Kitty inspired nails. Click the link to see her take. I don't wear pink nail polish, so i switched mines up with red nails w/ black and white tips.

This is as much fun as i'm having lately due to the fact that i'm saving all my $$ for Vegas! But really its no biggie cause Mac has only came out w/the Grand Duo collection which is a major bore. I cant wait for the Sugarsweet collection, tho! I want all the lippes.....

Products used:
Avon True Red n/p
Color Club Nail Art Lacquer in White
Color Club Nail Art Lacquer in Black

2009-03-14T02:19:00.000-07:00

Pixiwoo has a great vid on edie's makeup. It was kinda the guideline that i used. But not to the tee. I went off a bit, obviously... lol! Aside from that Samantha is a great makeup artist, and i just love watching the vids on the pixiwoo channel. She might be the best on youtube!

FOTD - "Edie in the 60's"

2009-03-14T01:17:00.001-07:00

I love makeup and my fav decade for makeup was the 60's. Whether it was London or USA. The makeup was (IMHO) fantabulous!!!! So here is my rendition of it. And it's only one sided, my right, cause frankly it takes a WHILE to get it done. And it's even not that dramatic...

Products used:
(eyes)
Physicians Formula Baked Sugar trio (white e/s only)
Kat Von D e/s in Lucifer (matte black)
Loreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt tip eyeliner
Beautique eyeliner in White (waterline)
Mac Black Zoom Lash mascara
Ardell 33 Black lashes
(face)
Bare Minerals Foundation
Mac blush in Dame Bare Minerals foundation
Beautique eyeliner in Black (eyebrows)
(lips)
Mac Blankety l/s

Castle Starr Sale - Up to 72 % off

2009-02-23T16:12:00.000-08:00

Ideeli.com is currently having a Castle Starr 2 day sale. I love their clothes. I totally want this dress, it's called the Flutter Dress. I think I'm going to get it! My size is still available! EVEN better is .....Its priced at $139.00, ORIG PRICE $496.00! OMG!
Up are also purses by Bulga . Stuff sells out fast, so you better hurry!! Sales end tomorrow.

Upcoming sales include: Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford givaway, Kitson, Burburry givaway, Raj, Balenciaga givaway and many more.

Collective haul (Mac & Sephora)

2009-02-23T15:36:00.000-08:00

Purchased Products:
MUFE Mat Velvet+ Foundation
Nars Pencil sharpener
Mac e/s in Patina, 100 Strokes & Jest
Mac Cremesheen Glass in Looks Like Sin
Mac Lipglass in Soft Wave & Oh Baby
Mac Lustreglass in Spring Bean
Mac Plushglass in Wet, Wild, Wonderful

Oscar red carpet fashion's.. my picks!

2009-02-23T01:04:00.001-08:00

The Oscars were on tonight and there were some stunning gowns on the red carpet. Above are my top 6 of the night! On a side note, in case you haven't seen or heard Kate Winslet won her 1st Oscar for her performance in "The Reader". She is my favorite actress!

Jennifer Aniston looks stunning as usual. Natalie Portman's fuchsia dress was to die for... seriously i need to find me some fuchia colored clothes! Cause girl was rockin it! SJP was pure fab-u-losity! Penelope Cruz was my favorite in her vintage Balmain!

Picture(s) source: Wenn.com & INO.com

Sephora Diva Collection now available!

2009-02-21T17:40:00.000-08:00

Yessss! It's available! Look at those colors! Beauty-ful! ME WANT!! Look at that yellow! I'm totally gonna get it. The only yellow i own is OPI's Need Sunglasses. The sephora one is described as a "bright buttercup yellow". That equal one thing, Gorgeousness!

For swatches, check out stephscloset.com

Source: Sephora by OPI

Haulage... a little clothes shopping

2009-02-20T15:04:00.000-08:00

I went to the mall to get some foundation @ sephora, but wound up spending most of my time at Express. I LOVE Express, most of my wardrobe consists of their clothing (express was actually my first job, as well). I didn't buy a lot cause I've put on some weight lately. I won't go any further on THAT subject. But, i did get some cute pieces, if i don't say so myself!

and p.s.The satin blouse is wayyy more purple than the stupid camera is picking up. It's sort of the true blue/purple color in the Mac Lucky Tom Quad.

Fashion Inspiration: Kim K

2009-02-19T14:31:00.000-08:00

Kim Kardashian. I'm really loving her style lately. I find that if i look to a celebrity for inspiration, it's her that i look to. Less than Jennifer Aniston, tho. But enough. Her are 2 looks by her that I LOVE!!!!!!!!!!! And look at those sunglasses.... pure love! I love 70's inspired glassed.

-Picture(s) Source

MAC & Hello Kitty Haul

2009-02-17T13:02:00.000-08:00

My first makeup haul! Yikes... Okay. I got some Hello Kitty stuff, but let me be honest with you: I wasn't impressed by this collection. Basically what I bought were the only products that appealed to me. BUT.... i wasn't able to get the nail color: On the prowl. Ughh! (cries) It was sold out. I'm gonna try to hunt it down in stores. Other than that i got 1 eye shadow and 1 brush.

Purchased:
Mac Fresh Brew l/s
Mac Nice Kitty l/g
Mac Satin Taupe e/s
Mac 217 brush

FOTD: "Purple Spice..."

2009-02-07T00:07:00.000-08:00

It's FRIDAY!! And the boyfriend is deejay-ing at The Blue Monkey in Hollywood tonight, and i wanted to spice up the eyes. I added a major dramatic cat eye liner, and some black liner on my waterline. But i didn't want an overly shimmery, disco ball look, so i just applied some shimmer to the crease. This is what i ended up with.

The following was used:
::Eyes::
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
Mac Apres-Ski e/s
Mac Smoke Signal pigment
Mac Mauvement pigment
Nyx Cream Cheese e/s
Loreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt tip eyeliner
Mac Eye Pencil in Black Funk
Mac Plush Lash Mascara

::Lips::
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
Mac Bare Slimshine Lipstick
Benefit lipgloss in Who Does Your Work?

::Face::
Bare Minerals Summer Bisque
Bare Minerals Mineral Veil
Nars Blush in Sin
Mac Iridescent Powder in Belightful (highlight only)
Benefit Brow zings in Medium (eyebrows only)

Salma Hayek + Nars = Golden...

2009-02-06T23:18:00.000-08:00

Globes, actually. It turns out that her entire look was by NARS.
Here is the breakdown of her look, courtesy of NARS.com

Eyes:

Base: Using finger, apply Corfu Cream Eyeshadow to the eyelid, blending to a fresh finish.

Lid: Sweep the golden champagne side of Alhambra Duo Eyeshadow with Large Dome Eyeshadow Brush.

Apply Bengali Single Eyeshadow with Small Dome Eyeshadow Brush to upper lash line blending upwards to outer corner of eyelid to give subtle definition.

Liner: With Small Eye Contour Brush, deepen upper lash line with Night Clubbing Single Eyeshadow, and lightly define lower lash line

Tip: Night Clubbing is the perfect shade to create a smokey eye - it gives a rich sparkle at the lash line with undertones of green and gold.

Apply China Blue Single Eyeshadow with damp Push Eyeliner Brush close to edge of upper lash line.

Tip: Navy colors make the whites of the eyes pop.

Curl eyelashes with NARS Eyelash Curler and apply two coats of Black Orchid mascara.

Cheeks:

Apply Desire Blush to apple of the cheeks using the Loose Powder Brush.

Tip: Use a powder brush to apply blush. A bigger brush makes a much softer wash of color.

Lips:

Apply Marnie Lipliner to subtly define lip.

With Retractable Lip Brush, apply Tutti Fruitti Lipstick to center of lip and blend outwards.

Mix Boogie Nights Lipgloss with Greek Holiday Lipgloss and layer over lipstick for additional shine and sparkle.

Complextion:

Apply NARS Brightening Serum to skin to hydrate and make it glow.

Apply a small amount of Firming Foundation to center of face and press gently into the skin blending outwards.

Using Flat Concealer Brush, apply Concealer under eyes to brighten and conceal darkness.

Using the Botan Brush, apply Loose Powder to set foundation and buff to a smooth finish.

To warm the complexion, using the Bronzing Brush, apply Laguna Bronzer to cheekbones, blending towards the temple.

Source: Nars.com

Win a pair of Chinese Laundry Stiletto!

2009-01-26T15:16:00.001-08:00

Win the shoe Rachel Zoe, celebrity stylist, picked as one of her favorites. The Bounty, by Chinese Laundry is a very sexy stiletto that any shoe lover will want to have.

*Winner has a choice of black, brown, or camel.

*Shipping available to US and Canada.

*Contest starts 1/26/09 (Will last for ONLY 2 days)

*How do I enter? Click here to read the rules and How to Enter

FOTD: Dame Edna "Wisteria trio"

2009-01-26T14:29:00.000-08:00

I was very inspired by Temptalia's "Look -Dame Edna Wisteria Trio Eye". So i decided to recreate it. I followed her look & directions mostly, but i substituted her base (Mutiny pigment) for mine (Bell bottom blue pigment), and used a white pencil in my waterline compared to her teal liner. I wanted a more cool toned, blue, look, instead of her warm teal one. I used a light hand, compared to her obvious intense pigmented look.

The following was used:
::eyes::
Too Face Shadow Insurance
MAC Bell Bottom Blue Pigment
MAC Fineshine eyeshadow
MAC Wisteria eyeshadow
MAC Divine Night eyeshadow
Loreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt tip eyeliner
Beautique Eyeliner in Black
MAC ZoomBlack Zoom lash Mascara
MAC Frost Pigment

::Face::
Bare Minerals Summer Bisque
Bare Minerals Mineral Veil
MAC Blush in Dame
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
MAC Marquise D' Lipstick
Benefit lipgloss in Magic

Reference: Look - Dame Edna Wisteria Trio Eye

Kim Kardashian's Makeup!

2009-01-23T22:28:00.000-08:00

I love Kim's makeup, all the time. Here is the breakdown of products used for her look for the promo shots of the 3rd season of "Keeping up with the Kardashians". Her look was done, by i guess its her new makeup artist, Troy Jensen.

Source: Troy Jensen

EOTD - Sat. 1/17

2009-01-17T22:42:00.001-08:00

Today was the birthday party for my boyfriend's brother and i wanted to sport a neutral look. I think it came out pretty okay given that I had only 5 minutes before the guest arrived.

List of what was used:
Face
Philosophy's The Supernatural airbrush canvas (all over face)
Ofra Concealer Magic Roulette (blemishes)
Bare Escentuals Mineral Veil (all over face)
Physicians Formula Highlight 'n Blush in "2M" (cheeks)
Victoria's Secret Balmy Nights lip balm (lips)

Eyes
Mac "Soft Ochre" paint pot
Kat Von D "Glock" e/s (all over lid to crease)
Mac "Sunnydaze" Pigment (crease & bottom lashline)
Mac "Shroom" e/s (highlight, inner tear duct & vertical line across eyelid)
Victoria's Secret Very Sexy High Definition Mascara in Blackest Black
Mac Pearlglide Eye Liner in "Wolf" (outer 1/3 of bottom lashline, smudged)
Loreal HIP "Meticulous" Cream Crayon (waterline)

When i get more comfortable with taking pictures (and my skin clears up more... fingers crossed) of myself I'll start doing a FOTD. And I will make them more vibrant, smoking, and colorful!

Till next time! :)

My new HG!!

2009-01-15T14:53:00.000-08:00

My skin has been acting up lately. Since the late November. And real bad.

I was reading lollipop26's blog and i was totally sympathizing her cause the same thing was happening to me. The same type of acne, too. But unlike her i wasn't using biotin. Mine was happening cause........... well i still can't figure it out. But anyways, i been trying EVERYTHING to get rid of it. I got Philosophy's On a clear day H2O2 and BE's Rare Minerals blemish therapy. I even tried that damn toothpaste thing and the aspirin mask. They either made it worst or did NOTHING at all. Until i stumbled upon a blog thing called "Ask Meta Filter" and they recommended Burt's Bees Blemish Stick. And i got it 3 days ago and its already making my face go back to NORMAL.

So if anyone is dealing with cystic acne, definitely give THIS a try. If this worked for me, and let me tell you i have very sensitive skin, and very acne prone skin, it WILL work for you. Well that just my opinion anyways.

Got IT!!

2009-01-13T15:25:00.000-08:00

It came today, ladies & gents... Sephora by OPI's Metro Chic. And I love it already. As soon as it arrived i took off my existing polish and applied it! And its totally awesome. I actually went to 2 sephora's and they were both out of the color, so i had to get it online. The delay sucked, but i eventually got it. I also get to post those cute pics of your nails holding the nail polish bottle. :)

and p.s. sorry about the blurriness of the pics.
I am still trying to figure out how to take those shots...

up and running...

2009-01-13T02:11:00.000-08:00

First post. Whew!! I have a haul coming, and some other makeup stuff.
I'm not that sure of what I'm going to be posting, but i do have my fingers crossed.

Till next time.

:)