18 Haziran 2013 Salı

[Lifestyle + Events] Afternoon Tea in Beverly Hills - Perfection. Anastasia Beverly Hills HYPER Tea Party

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A couple of weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be invited to a "HYPER Tea Party" at the lovely Beverly Hills home of Anastasia Soare (Anastasia Beverly Hills) and as promised here are a few photos from the event.




An absolutely gorgeous day with a colorful array of fresh flowers, pretty pastries and pastel parasols. 

^_^

Adorable. 

(and yes, they actually did have tea : )



One of THE most exciting parts of my day - meeting these two amazing individuals ^

Still can't believe I was able to meet Anastasia (of Beverly Hills) herself! Probably the most well known name in brows. Not only has she tamed, shaped and filled some of the most famous brows, her products have become a household name and the standard for beautiful brows. She is so sweet, not to mention fashionable :) Love it! It was so special to be invited into her fabulous home.

I was also fortunate enough to be introduced to the ultra talented Troy Jensen, who has worked on a TON of celebrities (honestly go check him out his work is amazing and so beautiful) - not to mention he has created some of Kim Kardashian's most gorgeous and well known makeup looks/photos (many which are some my personal favorites! ^_^)


Other than that I got to spend time and share laughs with so many wonderful people. 
Some new, some old - all love. ^_^ 

Have you recognized any of the faces in this post? ; ) Let me know in the comments. 


Thank you so much to Anastasia Soare for inviting me into your amazing home and for being so welcoming. I was truly honored and had such a great time. 
It will certainly be something I remember forever. <3 

What I'm Wearing:
Dress: DailyLook (HERE
Shoes: Forever 21 (HERE)
Bag: Chanel 

****If you're wondering what type of bra I wore with this dress you can find it HERE -
It's a soft cup, non-push up self adhesive bra with the sticky cups. 

Be careful about which you get - they also have one made of thick silicone for push up and added cup size - I would not recommend that one because I don't think it looks or feels natural - you'd hate to have someone give you a hug and it feels like the bottom/front of your boobs are hard as a rock. It's just odd. lol. (I feel the same about ulta padded push up bras like the VS Bombshell - it's just too much in my opinion) This one I linked from Target is just lined, no padding so it looks and feels a bit more normal. Plus the soft cup can still give you some cleavage if you want it depending on how you position the cups.
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(I have worn this dress in a video before wearing a Victoria's Secret Tee Shirt Bra BUT you can not wear that bra without the sides showing so I don't recommend that if you actually want to wear the dress out in public.)
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I hope you all have enjoyed this post! Sorry it was a little late going up. 
Thank you as always for reading and forever for your support. 

Love, 
Holly 


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12 Haziran 2013 Çarşamba

[Video] May Empties! Products I've Used Up #4

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If you haven't seen it yet - my May Empties Video

I am working on my Hits & Misses currently but I think I am going to re-film it because I am not satisfied with the way it turned out : \ Sorry guys. 

Going to try and re-film it today! 

Until then please enjoy seeing what I used up for the month of May and my thoughts and each item.


Products Shown: 
LUSH Ro's Argan Body Conditioner


What I'm Wearing:
Tank is from H&M 
Earrings are Chanel 
Gold Bracelet is from Karmaloop - use promo code HOLLYANNAEREE for 20% OFF
Rose Gold Bead & Chain Bracelet (LOVE IT! Thank you Irene :) 

Headband is from Urban Outfitters 

On my Nails: Essie First Timer

Foundation: Urban Decay Naked #5 

For the rest of the information/links (including video's FTC etc.) Please see the info box of the video : ) This is not a sponsored blog post. 

Filmed with my Canon T3i and edited in iMovie.
The Lighting Kit I am using I purchased from Amazon as well: Lighting & Stands
(I purchased the lighting and stands separately so that it would be cheaper)


Thank you for watching & reading.

Talk to you soon!

-Holly

P.S. I finished my Anastasia Beverly Hills Event Post! I will put that up tomorrow <3


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29 Mayıs 2013 Çarşamba

#WishListWednesday #3 - More Louboutins + Valentino + Alexander Wang

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Alrighttttt another #WishListWednesday!!! 

Apparently I missed last week - didn't even realize it (probably because I was actually shopping vs. window shopping hahaha - I had a friend that came and stayed with me last week. We went to a People Magazine Event, ate and shopped haha. I also sent her home with a bunch of beauty goodies : ) All in all a good visit.)

Honestly this week there isn't too much to show - if you follow me on Facebook you know I've been terrible : ( 

I felt like I was doing so well for a while but tons of department stores are having their designer sales AND a lot of brands are releasing their pre-fall collections. 

WHYYYYYY! 

BTW if you DO happen to do see any online sales you'd like to take advantage of don't forget to use Ebates to earn cash back! 100% Safe, Easy and FREE to use. 


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Alright now on to the #LustList 


Brand new for Fall/Pre-Fall 2013 for Christian Louboutin!

Spotlight Pigalle 120mm 

$625

BEAUTIFUL! I saw these in store as well and they are breathtaking! They are covered in a smooth circular or hexagon? glitter so it's not constantly shedding all over the place nor does it feel like sand paper. I like. Totally obsessed with the color!

I had gotten an email from one of my friends showing me these a couple of weeks ago but had hesitated because....do I REALLY need another pair of shoes? O_o

Although, Pigalles ARE probably one of my favorite Louboutin styles not to mention one of the more affordable ones I had been so bad this month with the shopping I tried to resist. Now I am kicking myself because when I went to call they were sold out everywhere in the country (Louboutin Boutiques - they may have them at various Neiman Marcus stores but I was not able to check their inventory) in my size (I take a 36.5 in this shoes (6.5) :( 

Not usually a fan of glitter shoes but for these I would make an exception! They are so pretty and different than anything else I've seen from CL since I've been collecting - yet still a classic cut and style. 

If I can find them I will get them! 

Wish me luck! 


(Photo from Wendy's Lookbook)


$1,680 - $1,795 


I saw this on Wendy's blog (Wendy's Lookbook - one of my FAVORITE BLOGS and overall someone I admire very much : ) and immediately started swooning! 

I'm not normally a fan of translucent bags but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVEEEE this one! Right on trend right now too! Wendy was kind enough to send me the link to this little treasure but sadly it is a.) expensive as all heck! especially for a clear bag : ( and b.) SOLD OUT! 

If (and only if) I had unlimited funds I would jump on this if I could find one but alas. Still drool worthy though and still had to post it! 

Out of my price range for what it is though. 

(I more or less love anything that Wendy wears! haha. My fellow Louboutin/Manolo lover/enabler)



On the (slightly) more affordable side....







Gahh I have been wanting this bag for a whileee! But I can not justify the price! 

I have heard many people say it's too heavy and hard to get in and out of but I did try it on at Barney's and it seemed fine to me. I still want it. 

A few colors of these are on sale currently for about $600 but I'm not crazy about the colors offered. They have a pale lilac which I feel like will get too much color transfer and they also have the Acid Green color but I already have the Rocco in that so I don't think I should buy the same thing just because it's on sale...I mean it's not THAT great of a discount lol. 

I've wanted to get one of the AW bags in this shade but couldn't decide which. I have a Rocco and Rockie already - love them both but this ones just different. I think I should probably hold off and either see if this ever goes on sale or buy a Black/Grey version of it since that will be a bit more versatile. (I would want a nude color but again because of where the bag sits I would be too afraid of color transfer from jeans or leggings)


Next two are shoes again -____- sorry. I have a problem haha. 


Christian Louboutin - So Kate

I am DYING for any pointed pair of WHITE Louboutins! I had wanted to get white Pigalles but then I saw these on Rosie Huntington-Whitely and thought I may want to give them a try. (They look very similar) LOVE this dress on her btw!

As far as I know they have not been released yet (and will probably sell out super fast when they do launch) but I am going to be keeping an eye out. I think they will retail about the same as similar styles from the classic line so in the $625 range

I'll let you know more info when I hear. 

: )


And lastly a pair of shoes I would NEVER buy! 


Christian Louboutin Fifi Strass 100mm in Nude

(I can't even bare to write the price so just look at the picture *turns face away* lol)


SOOOO Beautiful but OMG UNREALISTIC for me!

Definitely would be sick to my stomach if I ever paid this much for a pair of shoes but it's nice to dream right? haha.

It's all about perspective I suppose. When you think about it my shoe collection is for sure worth more than this one pair (I have a lot of shoes!), I have some expensive handbags and I pay this in rent alone for two months but for my lifestyle I just wouldn't feel good about spending that on a SINGLE pair. Not that there is anything wrong with it if you would/have! Trust me I would LOVE to....but shoot - I'm not rich. O_O

The Fifi is the most comfortable style of Louboutin for me so that makes them that much lust worthy! With just under a 4" heel these are pretty easy to walk in and the toe area is a perfect fit for me. 

*le sigh* 

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Anyway thats it for this #WishListWednesday - hope you all enjoyed! Sorry it wasn't as exciting as weeks prior but there haven't been too many new things I've been looking at. (Someday I should do a break down of my Louis Vuitton or Chanel To Buy Lists! I swear I've had some of them on my Wish List for YEARSSSS!) 

I should be stopping at some stores I don't normally shop at later this week so maybe I'll find some good stuff for next Wednesday's post! We shall see : ) 
(Some places don't let you take photos inside though so not sure what I will be able to get a hold of!) 

Have a wonderful week! I may see you back here in a couple of days but it will depend on how much time I have >_<  

Be well.

Love, 
Holly


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21 Mayıs 2013 Salı

[Home Decor] Springing Things Up - New Floral Arrangement

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Hexagon/Honeycomb Vase from Target 
Hydrangeas in Pink, Cream as well as Peonies from Target
Circular Placemat from Target 

(Bag is a Beige Caviar Jumbo with Silver Hardware by Chanel) 

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Decided to get a little more festive with a new floral arrangement for my table after stopping by my local Target a couple weeks ago. (They do still have these items though.) 

Scooped up this white vase (I always do white/cream) - I like the texture. 
The flower were individual clusters and stems were pretty long but I just cut them down to size. I wasn't planning on doing such different colors but they had a very limited selection and ultimately I like the way it came out!

Not much to report on - you all know I am not particularly crafty but I have to say I really am enjoying the new addition : ) 

What do you guys use for your table center pieces? (Also I do not have a coffee table so...this is as close as I get. I feel like my place is too narrow for a coffee table plus it's right where I would need to film.)

Thanks so much for reading! 

See you in a couple of days (if not tomorrow!)

Love, 
Holly



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20 Mayıs 2013 Pazartesi

Last Day for 14%-28% CASH BACK! 20% OFF Karmaloop + Free Shipping (AND 14% BACK!) Also stores like Nordstrom, MACY's, Piperlime, GAP, OLD NAVY + More!

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Hey Everyone! I just wanted to remind you all that today May 20th is the LAST DAY in the Ebates 14th Birthday Celebration where you can earn anywhere from 14% - 28% CASH BACK on a ton of participating sites!




For a FULL List of participating sites CLICK HERE


**** Starting Today Karmaloop is 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING on orders over $49 with Promo Code: 
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On top of that Karmaloop is one the participating stores offering 14% CASH BACK!****


Now I have talked about Ebates before in a couple videos as well as previous blog posts but if you missed any of those I will link some info below : )

I've been an Ebates member since 2007 (been doing YouTube since 2009) and I can tell you it is 100% safe, legitimate and WORTH IT! 


How To Use Ebates:

Basically if you have an online site you want to shop on just go to Ebates first!

Search to see if that site is an Ebates participant.

If they are just hit SHOP NOW 



It will re-direct you to the stores official site and from there.

Just shop as you normally would! 

A couple days later after your order processes you will see it show up in your cash pending section of your account summary. 

SO SIMPLE! And since you are still buying from the stores official site it's totally safe!




If there is anything else you have questions on feel free to comment below and I will be happy to answer them for you based on my personal experience. I have also linked a video that may help you gain a better understand of how Ebates works, how they are able to offer things like cash back, etc.

Checks are issued every 3 months  so if you are an online shopper it gives you plenty of time to earn. And even if you're not a frequent online shopper free money is free money! You're shopping the same site you normally would, buying what you normally would but earning a little in return! 

On top of that Ebates is a completely FREE service as well! 


Thanks so much for reading! Happy Shopping : )

Also look out for another blog post in the next day or two talking about an amazing event I fortunate enough to attend on Sunday at the home of Anastasia of Anastasia Beverly Hills! ^_^ 


Talk to you very soon!

Love,
Holly 



Check out my Latest Video! Hits + Misses will be the next one up this week : )




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17 Mayıs 2013 Cuma

[Fashion] Spring Staples: Ivory [Chanel + Christian Louboutin]

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Bag: Chanel French Rivera in Ivory
Shorts: (similar here and here)
(here and here)(more affordable here)

If you are familiar with my style you know it's either neutrals or brights for me and this spring/summer shall be no exception! Pictured above is what I wore today. 

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This Chanel French Rivera has become my most worn bag this season thus far and I'm glad because I am definitely getting my moneys worth! (always a concern when purchasing a white(ish) bag) 

It's a soft caviar (so fabric lined not leather lined making it less structured), flap style bag and I love it. It is limited edition but I just saw one at my local Chanel today so not impossible to get. Also being that it is a limited edition, non icon bag it is significantly less expensive than my flap bags so if you are looking for something with a similar look I think this is a good choice. 

If you are interested in a full review with price, pros, cons and DSLR photos let me know! 

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The Christian Louboutin Cortico Espadrille 85mm Wedge is new for this Spring/Summer (SS13) and becoming a fast favorite of mine. Unfortunately there are some cons to this shoe particularly with the sizing but I am making it work.

Louboutin Espadrilles are also priced lower than other styles the brand carries and the Cortico is currently the least expensive shoe Christian Louboutin offers. (so...yay! haha) 

(as with the French Rivera, if you are interested in a separate review let me know : )



^ Dress in this photo is from DailyLook and the recent Fashion Haul Video below!


Also I have a new Makeup Haul Video and some info on a 20% OFF Friends and Family Event going on now! (plus if you're an Ebates user you'll get an additional 6% CASH BACK)



Hope you all have a fabulous weekend! 
Thanks so much for reading and just stopping by : )

Talk to you very soon.

Lots of Love,
Holly


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