Review: Too Faced La Crème Color Drenched Lipstick, Naughty Nude, Perfect 90s Lip

Perfect 90s Nude Lip: Too Faced La Crème Color Drenched Lipstick Naughty Nude

Too Faced La Crème Color Drenched Lipstick Naughty Nude

If you missed the 90s, I’m sorry. If you missed 90s makeup– I am doubly sorry. While it may appear dated to some (which, yes– by definition it is dated), there were classic aspects to the look that I still remember with fondness.

What I remember the most about 90s makeup is Kevyn Aucoin’s influence, specifically with the supermodels of the day, which means a brownish-pink nude lip paired with matte skin and natural eyeshadow.

Having a hard time wearing a nude lip, as most shades wash me out, I am thrilled that the brownish-pink nude lip colors are back because I can always find one that flatters my coloring.

My favorite shade so far is Too Faced’s Lip Creme in Naughty Nude. I love the soft, creamy texture but will warn you that this lipstick requires reapplication. It’s still worth it to me, though, because the color is spot on. So, welcome back, 90s. For now, at least.

Too Faced Lip Creme Color Naughty Nude 1

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Essie Nail Polish: Neutral Rampage Summer 2014

Essie: Late Summer Nail Polishes

Essie: Late Summer Nail Polishes

I have been on another neutral rampage this summer. From left to right Essie in: Island Hopping, Eternal Optimist, Ladylike, Master Plan, Demure Vixen, Au Natural and Mademoiselle.

I honestly can’t wait for fall but where I live right now? Summer refuses to go away, so it’s going to be a few more months before I see any cold temps. I am past ready to break out of my favorite fall colors (and grab some new ones)!

Late summer nail polishes 2

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Savon de Marseille Extra Pur Liquid Soap Haul

Savon de Marseille Liquid Soap, Chevrefeuille

Savon de Marseille Liquid Soap, Chevrefeuille

I NEVER find deals at T.J. Maxx. Well, until three months ago when I found my all-time favorite liquid soap: Savon de Marseille Extra Pur sitting on the shelf. Having super sensitive skin, it is very important that I avoid harsh soaps as my hands strip, crack and break out with allergic contact dermatitis all too easily. Instead of paying $30 for a bottle, as I would have done at my usual supplier– I got the same bottle for $8 at T.J. Maxx!

Of course, being an awful bargain shopper, I didn’t stock up. When I went back a couple of weeks later, the soap was gone. Then, earlier this month, I found another batch and this time– believe me –I did not make the same mistake again and bought every bottle that was on the shelves (all eight).

Savon de Marseille Liquid Soap Ocean

Savon de Marseille Liquid Soap, Ocean

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September 2014: Altuzarra for Target

Loving the new Altuzarra for Target line:

Altuzarra for Target Wrap Dress- Ruby Hill, $39.99

Altuzarra for Target Wrap Dress- Ruby Hill, $39.99

Altuzarra for Target Sleeveless Sheer Bow Blouse- Black, $29.99

Altuzarra for Target Sleeveless Sheer Bow Blouse- Black, $29.99

Altuzarra for Target Satin Orchid Print Oxford Shirt- Navy, $34.99

Altuzarra for Target Satin Orchid Print Oxford Shirt- Navy, $34.99

Altuzarra for Target Ankle Strap Pump- Black, $39.99

Altuzarra for Target Ankle Strap Pump- Black, $39.99

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Fall 2014 Accessories, Knot Earrings

Growing up, one of my best friend’s used to wear a pair of gold-toned knot earrings to schools everyday. They were simple but classic, and lately I’ve been wishing that I had pair of my own after squeaking out the last few wearings of my old, sad pave-ball stud earrings. Luckily for me, there are ton of options for knot earrings this season. See some of my favorites so far below:

Tiffany Twist Knot Earrings, $175

Tiffany Twist Knot Earrings, $175

Kate Space New York Know the Ropes Earrings, $48

Kate Space New York Know the Ropes Earrings, $48

Gold Wreath Stud Earrings Anthropologie, $28

Gold Wreath Stud Earrings Anthropologie, $28

UESJewelryStudio, Etsy.com, Rose Gold Knot Earrings, $20

UESJewelryStudio at Etsy, Rose Gold Knot Earrings, $20

Pave Knot Earings, THE LIMITED, $19.95

Pave Knot Earings, THE LIMITED, $19.95

How am I supposed to choose!?

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