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waiting for 5

Have a little extra time to kill before packing up your stuff to leave work?  Of course my first recommendation is to watch Train de Nuit one more time… I’m on my 40th view and counting.  But of course I’m obsessed with all things Chanel!!

Maybe you’d prefer to take a fun little quiz?  …it’s [...]

Freeze 24-7 @ Bendels April 6th

Wake up your makeup.  come out of hibernation and get yourself thinking of spring with FREE makeovers, mini-facials and skincare consults celebrating the launch of Freeze 24-7 Minerals!

Monday April 6th @ Henri Bendels NYC…

pop in for a free makeover, complimentary mini-facial and free skincare consultation.  PLUS, you’ll get a free Freeze 24-7 sampler bag of goodies with [...]

heels and long lashes

Every smart woman’s wardrobe includes a great pair of stilettos for their lengthening effect on legs.  So it’s only natural that her makeup repertoire should induce that same dark lengthening effect.  Maybelline’s LASH Stiletto mascara can help you achieve that.  It’s new, it’s washable and it’s awesome.  Maybelline knows about lashes… great lash is still a [...]

FYI NARS Marchesa’s Autumn/Winter 2009

Straight from the press release… I love the idea of the fairytale look so much I need to share in some way.  I would kill for skin like hers and would surely invest in the NARS skincare to look like that!  the makeup is light and natural, so fresh, totally love it because [...]

Valentine’s Prep Project: softlips

Valentine’s prep is in full swing, we’ve only got a few more days ladies.  We don’t want to lose any opportunities… be ready for the kiss when Cupid’s arrow strikes.  Softlips can help get you ready for the special day with their premium line of lip conditioners.

I’ve always loved Softlips slim packaging and girl friendly [...]

Jane Iredale’s 24 Karat Gold Dust Shimmer Powder

You’ve hit it big time!  that’s how you’ll feel when you receive Jane Iredale’s 24 Karat Gold Dust Shimmer Powder. 

A multi-purpose piece of fabuless disguised in a very small, eyeshadow sized container.  It’s size is deceiving as it fits the bill as a highlighter for cheeks, eyes and bustline. 

If you’re feeling especially shimmery, try [...]

L’Oreal Colour Juice Rasperry Smash Lip Gloss

Don’t overspend today! if that makes you sad, console yourself with a cheap Juicy Tubes alternative.  L’Oreal’s Colour Juice Sheer Juicy Lip Gloss! no one has to know it’s not a Juicy Tube!  The label is a sticker so you COULD peel it off it you care that much.

Juicy Tubes $18 Colour Juice [...]

Givenchy Prisme Again Blush Glow

Gorgeous Givenchy Blush Quartet.  Absolutely stunning, warning, you can’t go cold turkey on anything Givenchy!  The color blends perfectly, the packaging is to die for, this is your next makeup bag MUST!

Smoky Stila Eyes Palette

Makeup that talks back!  finally, makeup for us not-so-expert applicants!

4 shades, one gorgeous holographic covered compact and a joyful “press here” button conspire to give you a smoky eye.  The Stila guide is straight forward and to the point but effective in guided you through the process.

If that’s not enough, there’s a plastic [...]

‘Keep a Child Alive’ Makeup Look

Alicia Keys and Jessica Alba looking wonderful together.  Some of you out there may be wondering how you too can get the look, soooo Alicia’s makeup artist, Ashunta Sheriff, has offered up some of her makeup tips.

Goal: make Alicia look a little more sophisticated and grown compared to years before. I made her complexion a [...]