When it comes to perfumes Im not the biggest collector, I probably use the same 2 perfumes the whole year. However I was looking for a new fragrance for Spring/Summer. For those that don’t know me I’m absolutely addicted to home shopping networks such as shopnbc.com, hsn.com, and qvc.com. I was watching shopnbc one evening and everything was 5 value pays (value pays are where you pay for the item equally over so many payments…interest free)!! So I decided to find a perfume. I researched and read reviews on numerous perfumes but when I came across the Jessica Simpson- Fancy Love the reviews were very positive. So needless to say I bought a perfume before even smelling it…who does that? J But boy am I happy I did.
This perfume smells so darn good!!! I absolutely adore this perfume!! It smells so good that I catch myself sniffing myself throughout the day. It’s a very light fragrance, not overpowering but still makes a statement. It’s a very fresh, creamy floral scent. Of course, perfumes smell different on different people but Fancy Love smells very sweet and powdery on my skin. When I smell this perfume, I think of a romantic picnic at the park. This perfume has definitely become my go to smell and I would recommend this perfume to any one that is looking for a light, romantic, feminine smell.
Since you're a beginner with makeup, selecting eye colors can be a little intimidating and overwhelming. It might be helpful to start using eye shadows that come in quads or trios that label which color goes on which part of the eye. Maybelline and Almay have some that are not expensive at all. This will allow you to not have to necessarily think about which color to use as it already tells you. As you get more comfortable with colors and start knowing what color combinations look good on you, you can then invest in more colors and higher end brands.
Makeup brushes are an essential tool to makeup. Brushes are very important because no matter how good the quality of the product you’re using is, if you don’t have the right brushes, its pointless. There are many variables when it comes to buying makeup brushes, natural hair vs. synthetic hair, department store vs. drugstore, and there are soooo many brushes that accomplish the same look but differently. I’m not going go that deep as I've compiled an overall general guide to what makeup brushes a beginner needs.
These brushes can be purchased separately or if you purchase a brush set, make sure these brushes are included. The brushes below will allow you to complete a full look and as you get more advanced you can venture into different kinds of brushes and different brands. Please remember this is just a basic beginners guide.
Eyeshadow brush: Its used to apply eye shadow on your eye lid and can also be used to apply eye shadow on your brow bone.
Blending brush: I can’t stress enough how important blending your eyeshadow is. A blending brush will blend any harsh lines and allow your colors to blend naturally.
Liner brush: This brush has many purposes it can be used to apply your liquid and gel eyeliner and you can also line your eyes with eye shadow. This brush can also be used when filling in your eyebrows.
Eyebrow Spooly: It's used to groom and comb the eyebrows.
Eyebrow comb/brush: Another tool used to groom and comb the eyebrows.
Face brushes are a very important factor to a flawless face sometimes more than the foundation itself. Below are 3 different types of brushes for applying foundation. You don’t need all 3 however which one you use will be based on personal preference.
Foundation brush: It reminds me of a painters brush, when foundation is applied with this brush it provides great coverage however this brush can sometimes leave your face streaky.
Stippling brush: It provides an air brush finish, it’s a good brush but you have to really work with the brush and buff the foundation into your skin. Sometimes the bristles are not dense enough to buff the foundation into your skin.
Flat top brush: Buffs and blends the foundation into your skins flawlessly and with ease however it can be difficult to apply foundation in the nooks and creases of the face.
Powder blush: This brush is big and fluffy as it’s meant to apply powder on your face.
Blush brush: Its used to apply blush on the face, it looks like a smaller version of the powder blush.
Concealer brush: Is used to apply concelear to the face.
What brands to buy?
If you’re a true beginner and you don’t want to invest too much in brushes at the moment go to www.eyeslipsface.com. These brushes are great for practice and even using on a daily basis. Brushes retail for $1-$3, can also be found at participating Target stores.
If you want to buy a quality brush and don't mind spending no more than $20 for a brush. Sigma brushes are great, I personally love their brushes and plan on collecting them all, the can be purchased at http://www.sigmabeauty.com/.
Another great line of brushes are Sonia Kashuk, this line is carried at Target.
And of course Mac always have great brushes… I mean they should for the price, right?
Well I hope you guys found this guide helpful and if you have any questions, please ask them in the comment section.
You might know Evelyn Lozada as the "villain" of the VH1 hit reality show BasketBallWives. Evelyn has not only made her name by being a reality star but also as an author and launching her new cosmetic line, E by Evelyn Lozada.
I've heard many good things about her line so I was interested to check it out for myself. I purchased her 36 "Smoke It Out" palette for $24.95 at ebyevelyncosmetics.com. I was first impressed with the delivery time, as I received my package in 3 days. When I opened the palette I really liked the colors and the variety provided, it's a mixture of matte, shimmer, and metallic colors. I played makeup over the weekend using the palette and I have to say that the palette definitely gets a thumbs up. It's everything that you look for in a quality eyeshadow, colors are very vibrant, pigmented, and long lasting. The eyeshadows aren't chalky and goes on with ease. I have to say that I'm thoroughly impressed with the palette and I will purchasing more from this line in the future. Good job Evelyn!!
The heelless shoe is a very unique and creative shoe that has, you guessed it.... no heel. When I first saw this shoe by Giuseppe Zanotti, I immediately fell in love but my pockets aren’t long enough to buy a $1,000 pair of shoes.
A much more affordable version of the shoe is by Jeffery Campbell called Nightwalk. I have been eyeing this shoe for quite some time as its much more reasoanable than the Giuseppe Zanotti costing $170.
I finally bought my version of the heelless shoe from www.gojane.com for $35.00!! Now I’m sure the Jeffery Campbell and Giuseppe Zanotti are of better quality but for this trendy shoe that I will only wear on occasion, I think it’s well worth the money. I know the question that everyone has, is how do you walk in this shoe? Contrary to popular belief the shoe is actually very comfortable and easy to walk in. ( I'm thinking about filmimg me walking in them and even jumping rope). The no heel is more of an optical illusion because when you walk in these shoes it’s not like your balance is thrown off or anything like that. It feels like you're walking on a chunky platform. If you’re comfortable with wearing high heels and stilettos then you won’t have any problems wearing this shoe at all.
This shoe is definitely not for everybody, either you love it or hate it. Let me know if you think its hot or not?
Look how some of the celebs rocked their heelless shoes.
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If you’re anything like me then your nail polishes are all over the place in a complete disarray. This past weekend I was looking for a nail polish organizer however I wasn’t interested in paying $50 for one nor did I want to build one. Later in the day as I was in the closet of my guest room, I looked at my over the door shoe organizer with the plastic pockets and immediately a light went off in my head. I could use the shoe organizer for my nail polishes. It would be perfect as each pocket holds about 7 polishes, I will be able to see each color, and no additional space will be taken up. I was so happy you would’ve thought I invented the wheel!! Needless to say an over the door shoe organizer is the cheapest most perfect organizer for your nail polishes. If you don’t have a shoe organizer it can be purchased for approx. $10 at Walmart or Target.
The shoes in the organizer I don't wear so it was no love lost removing them.
It literally took me about 10 minutes to seperate the polishes by color...not time consuming at all.
I am beyond happy with how my nail polish organizer turned out... now time to buy some more polishes :)
If you seen my April Favorites then you will know that I really love my 120 Color Eye Palette- 1st edition from BH Cosmetics. BH Cosmetics is currently running an amazing sale that ends on 05.07.12!!! Go to www.bhcosmetics.com and let me know what you bought!!
