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8 Nisan 2013 Pazartesi

[Beauty] Great Value: Fergie for Wet n Wild - Desert Festival Eyeshadow Palette (Review, Swatches + Eye Look)

Fergie for Wet n Wild Photo Op Eyeshadow in Desert Festival

CENTERSTAGE COLLECTION Available at Walgreens

Retail $4.99

Now this is a post I wasn't planning on doing BUT after trying this out today I just HAD to!

Truth be told I'm not typically a fan of Wet n' Wild eyeshadow palettes (their blushes and single shadows are awesome though!) so I was a little on the fence about trying this one but I really wanted to get a few things from the Fergie collaboration.

I picked this up at Walgreens when I was in Vegas last month and am just getting around to trying it now >_< As far as I know this collection is available only at Walgreens stores (despite the brand being available at a variety of drugstores).

There are 4 eye palettes in this collection but despite the price I only picked up one. I decided to go with what I thought I would get the most use out of as a whole and I am happy to say I am very pleased with my choice.

Desert Festival-

To me this is the most neutral and wearable - I would say suitable for everyday.

It contains:

- a skintone taupe-y beige with a slight sheen

(for me this is way too dark as a highlight shade but looks great as a blending or all over lid color)

- a matte burnt orange

This was the color that made me want to buy this palette!

(great to add depth to the crease and to layer between other colors in the palette. although pigmented enough to be used boldly it can also be applied lightly in a subtle manner as well. a wonderful and inexpensive way to try a color like this. I promise anyone can make this shade work!)

- a matte dark brown

(this is the color I used to darken the outer section of my eye in the photos below)

- a shimmery dark peach

(truth be told I don't love the shimmery shades in this palette as much at the matte but these are still a nice addition. would be great as an all over lid color for a fresh spring/summer look.)

- a shimmery dark brown

(I used this for my lower lash line but this would also be suitable as a crease color or as an all over lid shade for a darker look. this color is extremely pigmented and was difficult to get off my finger after swatching.)

Of course you can create several different looks with these colors but for my first time trying it out I chose to go with a comfortable medium intensity look. (You could always go lighter or darker but since I was doing my makeup for regular life (vs. photos or video) I just went with the style I normally do.)

For me the shadows did last all day without creasing or fading - no primer used.

(for reference I never use primer and very rarely have creasing or fading but these preformed just as well as any of my MAC eyeshadows)

What truly impressed me the most was how effortlessly I was able to blend even the matte shades. I thought I might have a problem with the orange or the brown since they are pretty pigmented but I was pleasantly surprised that they did not require much attention.

(I'm not sure how the shimmery brown will blend since it is the darkest of all the colors - I only used it on my lower lash line since I prefer the matte shades for my crease.)

^ Using all shades except the shimmery peach.

I especially love the matte shadows in this palette! Very smooth application and easy to blend.

This photo was taken AFTER wearing the shadow all day - No primer.

(I never use eyeshadow primer.)

I would have taken a before photo to show you but I didn't know I was going to like these enough to want to do a post on (plus I was in a hurry).

Lashes are from Lash Royalty - Style Luxe 1 (Available HERE)

^ All swatches done on bare skin with no primer.

Overall I am impressed with this palette and would definitely recommend it.

At about a dollar per shade you really can't go wrong. These are much better quality in my opinion than the normal Wet n' Wild palettes. (I find the ColorIcon palettes to be very soft and break quite easily. Although they are pigmented I don't feel like they look high quality on my lids - something about the way the shimmer applies - not as smooth?)

I would say they are more comparable to a lot of my higher end shadows.

Pros

-Affordable at $4.99

-Easy to Wear

-Can be used for both day and night looks - Shades are versatile

-Different than your typical nude palette (incorporation of peach/orange)

-Good Pigmentation

-Easily Blended

-I am fond of the colors included

-Packaging seems more sturdy than the ColorIcon Palettes

-Shadows are not as soft/breakable as the ColorIcon Palettes

-Not chalky and not too powdery (a little with the beige shade but tolerable)

-Good quality -Particularly the burnt orange - that shade is very comparable in both performance and pigmentation to MAC eyeshadows.

Cons

-No highlight shade for fair/medium skin tones so if you will need a secondary product.

-Not easily accessible - Available only at Walgreens + Limited Edition?

-Packaging could be a little more secure (but at $4.99 I can't really complain)

This is one of the best eyeshadow palettes I've purchased from the drugstore in a LONG time so if you were contemplating trying it I would say go for it!

I picked up a few other products from this line as well, none of which I will be doing a blog post review on but they will be featured in my April Hits & Misses video at the end of this month on my YouTube Channel so SUBSCRIBE if you haven't : )

I hope you all have enjoyed this post.
Thank you for reading and for your continued support.

I will talk to you all very soon!

Love,
Holly

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[Fashion] Sneak Peek: Upcoming Shoe Reviews - Valentino Rockstud T-Strap; Jeffrey Campbell Soiree

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Hey guys! I am working on a few new blog posts while I am recovering from my dentist visit (I had my wisdom teeth taken out FINALLY along with a few others that needed to go : \ so no filming while the gaping holes in my mouth heal up lol.

(jk I actually have stitches in there O_O - one of which I think I popped yesterday so I will have to call them on Monday -__-)

But my blog is a nice, calming outlet for me anyway ^_^

I wanted to introduce you all to my newest additions to my shoe collection : ) I will be posting more photos and doing reviews on both pairs so if you are interested please Follow this Blog! <3

I still need to take photos of what these shoes look like on but if you follow me on Twitter you know that I recently tried out Baby Foot and my feet are currently peeling like a mo'fo. Not attractive.

(I didn't think they would still be going at this point it's been over a week! (They didn't start peeling until maybe day 6 though) If you would be interested in a review either here or on my YouTube Channel - let me know.)

Anyway....happy drooling ; )

Valentino Rockstud T-Strap Pumps

in Ivory and Nude Leather

Available HERE

Also in Nude Patent HERE (this was my original choice)

Check Out these Colors as well:

Black on Black Crystals

My first and only pair of Valentino - I think you guys will be surprised by my thoughts.

Jeffrey Campbell Soiree

in Black Leather and Clear

Mine are from MissKL.com

(Karmaloop's New Women's Fashion Sister Site)

Also available Here (if MissKL doesn't have your size. These are Sold Out a lot of places especially in the smaller sizes)

They also come in:

and can also be found in a few unique store specific combinations as well.

Can't wait to show you guys more pictures and tell you what I think about my two most recent additions to my shoe collection.

#shoeaddict

Stay tuned...

(btw both pairs fit true to size)

Talk to you soon!

Love,
Holly

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[Tutorial] Budge Proof Bronze - Long Lasting, Summer Worthy Eye Look Using Eyeliner

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Watch the Tutorial HERE ^

Products Used:

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide on Liners in:

- Scorch

- Roach

- Perversion

- Hustle

Check out all 13 Brand NEW Shades on UrbanDecay.com

Urban Decay Skyscraper Mascara (would not recommend on lashes like mine! This was my first time trying it and I was not impressed with the performance at all)

Urban Decay Lashes in Sly

LOVE these! Plus the glue they come with is latex free so I can use it!)

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Beaded Tank from ANGL (purchased in store at Century City Mall)

Earrings are House of Harlow

Nails: Milani Texture Polish in Aqua Splash

(See more pictures and a review HERE)

Primer: Urban Decay Naked Skin Beauty Balm as Primer, SPF, Moisturizer

(this BB Cream dries transparent)

Foundation: Urban Decay Naked Skin #5

Concealer: Urban Decay 24/7 Concealer in NSA - FBI

Contour: Urban Decay 24/7 Concealer in MI6

Cheeks: MAC Bite of an Apple Blush (Limited Edition)

Lips: Urban Decay 24/7 Lip Liner in Wallflower

Urban Decay Lip Junkie Gloss in Obsessed

Urban Decay 24/7 Concealer in NSA added to nude out the colors.

See How Here:

FTC: This video and Blog Post has NOT been SPONSORED. I was not compensated to create or post this video/blog entry.

Urban Decay did ask me if I would be interested in creating a bronze look for their site in celebration of "40 Ways to Get Addicted", the launch of 13 BRAND NEW 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencils and since Urban Decay is one of my favorite brands of course I was honored to do so and flattered they thought to ask me! I was not compensated to create this video or use these products. The new liner colors were provided to create this look so I could do so in advance and have this video ready to go for you before the launch! I hope you enjoyed! Thanks so much for watching! : )

Filmed with my Canon T3i and edited in iMovie.

The Lighting Kit I am using I purchased from Amazon as well

Lighting: http://amzn.to/OvMwWK

Stands: http://amzn.to/NZVhI4 (I purchased the lighting and stands separately so that it would be cheaper)

Thank you so much for reading this post and watching this video! I hope you have enjoyed : )

I've got some really fun shoes I want to post about soon so look out for that! #addictedtoshoes

Talk to you later this week.

Love,
Holly

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How I shop + Save money even on Designer Brands like Christian Louboutin PLUS 3 Days Left to WIN $250 CASH

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View Video Below : )

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What I'm wearing:

Top: Prabal Gurung for Target

(OOTD Post featuring this Top)

Earrings: Jewelmint Forever Audrey

Bracelet: HRH Collection - The Electric Pop Tassel Bracelet

Nails: Milani Texture Polish in Aqua Splash - (Blog Post on these Polishes)

Makeup:

Foundation: Covergirl Stay Fabulous in 842

Blush: Benefit Coralista

Contour: Benefit Hoola

Eyes: Dior Grege Palette

Lips: Milani Color Statement Lip Liner in All Natural

Alexa Persico Cosmetics Lip Velour in Naked

Filmed with my Canon T3i (the kit that I purchased from Amazon: http://amzn.to/TTgCFM

and edited in iMovie.

Still using Steve's lens - also I did have to color correct the footage because for whatever reason it was very yellow/green looking today O_o Difficult to fix so I just made it pretty. I figure it's okay since there was nothing I really needed to show.

The Lighting Kit I am using I purchased from Amazon as well

Lighting: http://amzn.to/OvMwWK

Stands: http://amzn.to/NZVhI4

(I purchased the lighting and stands separately so that it would be cheaper)

Thanks so much for checking out this post and video!

I hope that it helps you save/earn/possibly WIN some money!

I will have a new YouTube Video as well as coordinating post up tonight or tomorrow and after that hopefully some more Outfit of the Day posts!

Talk to you soon,

Holly

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[Fashion] Black, White, Black, White. [Faux Leather Peplum Top]

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photo: hollyannaeree

Top:

Zara Faux Leather Peplum Top (HERE)

(Similar Here - Here - Here and more affordable HERE and HERE)

Skirt:

BCBG MAXAZRIA Simone Power Skirt (On Sale HERE)

(Similar HERE and more affordable Here)

Shoes:

Hendrick Brun Sharae (HERE)

(Similar Here - Here - Here - Here and Here)

This is THE best fitting peplum top for my body shape! I love it!

Just purchased this from Zara last week and am OBSESSED.

(I added some stock photos to this post because due to the solid colors it's hard to show detail)

I have a short torso (due to scoliosis) and I'm not super skinny so peplum tops can be tricky for me. If these hit too low can make your hips look a lot wider than they are and if they hit too high it can bulk up your midsection too much.

My boyfriend also loves this top/outfit on me, he commented on it as soon as he saw it (as well as several times throughout the day) and that's always a good feeling : )

I'm also loving the black and white trend so choosing what I would on the bottom was a no brainer. These are some of my FAVORITE skirts ever (my boyfriend's favorite style/brand of skirt on me as well) - they can be dressed up or down and are extremely comfortable!

They're a little pricey but totally worth it - they wash and wear well not to mention go with pretty much anything! Every season they come out in TONS of colors, it's hard to resist! Plus they do go on sale - I have gotten a few for about $50-$60

Classic, long lasting and good quality - for sure a staple in my wardrobe.

(I use to just buy cheaper bandage skirts from Forever 21 and similar stores but I could only wear them once or twice before they shrunk, the waist band twisted or they got pill-y - so I bit the bullet and started to invest. It's been so worth it since I wear these for everything from a night out to business meetings (they do have different lengths - I have a few longer ones as well.))

Lastly these shoes again!

They are a total staple for me in the spring and summer.

Easy to walk in, interesting to look at and they go with so much!

For an outfit like this I really love the look of bold strappy sandals. I think it just balances everything out.

And the cherry on top - white polish on the toes. I AM LOVING this trend!

It instantly gives your toes/legs a tan and just looks so clean.

Here I am wearing Essie - 'Blanc' on my toes.

For my nails I have on OPI - 'My Boyfriend Scales Walls' - I prefer this on my hands because it's more of a grey/blue white vs. a stark white which I don't think looks very good on fingers. True white kind of gives a fake/white out look and if you wear inexpensive black clothing (F21/H&M) it stains them : ( That doesn't happen with this polish and from a distance it pretty much appears white so you get the look without any of the issues.)

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Hope you guys enjoyed this post/outfit! It is one of my favorites so far! So sexy and feminine : ) (If I wear it again I'll try and snap some pics with my DSLR vs. my iPhone - I been in Vegas the past few days so this is all I was able to get.)

Thanks again for reading, following, commenting and supporting.

I truly appreciate it! My blog has become a new passion for me and I'm having a LOT of fun with it!

Keep checking back! I should have a new post soon : )

Love,
Holly

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[Fashion] Big Cats + Black Fringe

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Bag:

Rebecca Minkoff 5 Zip Mini Black with Gold Hardware (HERE)

( Mini MAC also Available - Here)

Shoes:

Hendrick Brun Sharae (Here)- Sold Out

(These and These would look good as well)

Black Fringe Skirt:

Forever 21 (Here)

Tiger Tank:

Brandy Melville (Here)

(Similar style HERE)

Lion Chain Bracelet:

(Here)

(I LOVEEE this bracelet!)

Just a quick snapshot of my Outfit the other day/night.

We basically just went to get Ramen with my brother and caught a movie later on.

(OZ the Great and Powerful)

It is been so nice and warm this week I have been busting out all my new warm weather tops and bottoms! Today I went for all black (I don't know - I've been into it lately).

The Details:

The top is a cut off tank from Brandy Melville (I'm wearing a simple black bandeau underneath) that I tied in the back to give me a little more shape. It's a pretty loose fitting top so I couldn't really just leave it as is for this outfit - Any shape would be lost with the relaxed fit and black on black.

I have been really into these cut tanks lately. I just wear a bandeau underneath and we are good to go. Comfortable as well as a little tough/vintage looking.

(The "I don't care I'll wear ripped, aged items (that I really bought brand new, mass produced and spent over $20 on even though I could make this at home for like $3 -___-") man I wish I was more crafty). The top is one size fits all for reference.

You all know I am definitely a cat lover so any way I can work them into my wardrobe I'm going to go for it! (Although it does seem like the bigger cat varieties are a little more socially acceptable lol. No weird looks with a tiger or cheetah but a sleeping house cat tee and you suddenly become "THAT girl" lol.)

Another new piece that I added to my wardrobe a couple weeks ago is this Fringe Skirt from Forever 21 - I love it! So fun and a great way to add texture and interest to your outfit without being overly flashy. I have been wearing this so often lately - typically with vintage looking tees/tanks - sometimes paired with a cropped denim vest. It's definitely a different style for me but I have been having a lot of fun playing around with these types of looks. (Wearing a size Medium for reference.)

The shoes you have seen last year if you are a follower of my YouTube videos. They were on super sale and I loved them so much I have two pairs! I like how bold they are - I love wearing black shoes if I am wearing a black skirt or shorts and usually if there is a thicker strap detail they look even better. These are also pretty low which is great for comfort. I can walk around in these all day without an issue. The look of a heel with the comfort of a small wedge.

For my bag I am wearing the Rebecca Minkoff 5 Zip Mini - Black with Gold Hardware - I have gotten sooo much use out of this bag! The 5 Zip Mini is my favorite from Rebecca Minkoff and it surprisingly holds everything I need! (I recently did a "What's In my Bag" Video featuring this purse so feel free to check it out if you are interested.)

Lastly one of my FAVORITE new purchases - this Lion Chain bracelet. O-M-G

I just think this is such a cool twist on a fashion favorite (chain bracelets) and it goes with pretty much everything I wear.

I LOVE IT.

It's a nice, heavy weight and looks kind of vintage to me. Surprisingly nice quality for the price. Great to pair or wear alone. (It is a little big on me but if you clip it to the actual chain links vs. the extender you should be fine. You can always take off a few links if you have some heavy duty pliers.)

OBSESSED.

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Thanks so much for reading! I hope you all enjoyed this post! I'm so happy to be doing fashion posts on here finally : ) Sorry for the iPhone photos today - I didn't have time to take my DSLR outside, etc.

(I'm also writing this in between working on a new video that will hopefully be up soon : ) I know it's been a while!)

Talk to you hopefully tomorrow!

Love,

Holly

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