Winter Beauty Tips :D

For the harsh winter months it's important to protect our skin more than ever! That's why a good moisturizer is essential. I'll recommend one from Clinique

Prices range to $12.50-$50
A good moisturizer is the ultimate base for makeup. It should go in the order of Clean face,Moisturizer,Wait,Primer,Wait then Foundation.Clinique is a wee bit expensive but it truly works!Enriched with Vitamin E to quench thirsty skin;There's lotion and gel for all skin types oily,combination and dry with SPF.

Ever wonder how some women seem to have the glow during this season? It's either: they're in love,pregnant,both or they use highlighters and bronzers!

They're highlighter powder and creams but you can also use gold eyeshadow without sublte to no shimmer to "highlight" your features. Your features can be your cheekbones,brow bone etc. Using a powder/blush brush brush up towards the hairline.

Bronzer like this one from NARS gives a natural glow that's ideal for all skin types

$32;It has a subtle shimmer

Now! What about your beautiful lips? It's crucial to keep them moisturized and looking kissable.Have you noticed the abundance of lip treatment ads lately? I honestly can't recommend you a lip plumper. I'm very blessed in that area but my favorite lip gloss beside the Classic Cherry chapstick is Dylan Candys Bar Lip Saver
$3.50

They're available in an array of delicious flavors. Small and super cute!

"Winter Wonderland Look"
I came up with this last year on a complete whim. Every time I wear it I get tons of compliments.
What you'll need:
-White Eyeshadow -Eyeliner brush
-Blush -Powder brush
-Primer -Concealer brush
-Moisturizer
-Mascara
-Foundation
-Concealer
-Pink lipstick or gloss

1) Every artist must work with a clean canvas....After washing your face,apply moisturizer. Wait five minutes before applying an oil free face primer.A face primer sets your makeup for a matte finish.

2) This step is optional.If you regularly use foundation,apply after primer.Wait five minutes for makeup to set and apply concealer with your fingertips or brush to conceal dark spots,dark circles and acne.

3)Now the magic begins. Using an EYELINER brush dip into white eyeshadow and line the upper and lower eyelids.Don't try to make a straight line right away!!! Pace yourself,try making small dots and connect them. Fact:White eyeshadow opens your eyes and appears to make them bigger. Note we're going for a thin line. Be careful not to get the powder in your eyes!

4)Apply mascara,I recommend 4-5 coats. Wipe away excess dust of your face and prepare to apply blush.

5)The correct way to apply blush to SMILE and apply the powder to the "apple of your cheeks" towards your hairline.

6)If you're using lipstick. Line the lips with a pink liner.Moisturize lips with a clear gloss and add lipstick with a lip brush (preferred) than using it straight out the tube. Its better for a softer look.Rub your lips together,fix the edges and pucker UP!

&There you have it :D
**I love rocking bouncy curls with this. The white eyeshadow symbolizes snow,get it?

XOXO

Trend Report

The Peek a boo flower hat

This hat that was initially adored by infants and toddlers has moved up to the big kids. I think it's cute. It depends on the color and the size of the flower.


Colored Tights

[gossip girl set]
I'm not a big color person but I've been flirting with color this winter. I bought cobalt blue and purple tights. I love them!!! They're super thick(perfect for the weather)soft,warm and cute.


Big watches for women

[haurex Italy fly dual time watch]
I own a couple of watches even though I don't wear them often. A small one,medium one and a big one I got for Christmas. I think it's a gorgeous statement piece to have. It's different,bold and quite fabulous.


Studs

[rebecca minkoff stud devote tote]


Gray sweaterdresses

I have way too many. Gray is a big color for me this Winter.

A hint of sparkle & sequins

I bought a sequin beret VERY SIMILAR to the one in the photo and it's so cute. I love when the sunlight catches it an it sparkles.I got a metallic glitter scarf for my birthday. I have no idea what to wear it with. Any ideas?

Jackets,Coats,Potatoes,Pah-Taa-toes...
First of all,you need to know what length of coat you want,the style of the coat,comfort and of course the price. I went to the Burlington Coat factory two weeks ago and I got this adorable coat from Jones New York.

$79 and I got it in Charcoal gray. It's unbelievably warm and CHIC.See? You don't have to sacrifice style for warmth in fall/winter? Of course when it gets to 45 degrees and below. I have two bulky (northface and southpole) jackets!

I tend to go for black for all my essentials i.e my purses,coats,wallets. I'm weird like that. So getting a grey winter coat was a huge step. Alo the cut was a huge step. It' a lot shorter than I would typically go for but I fell in love with it when I see it. The belt is like POW,you can't miss it but it's really tasteful and elegant. And of coure the buttons are so exquisite and it's so luxurious looking. Yum

If you want a shorter jacket like mine with a little more color,check out this

Short Length Military Pea coats in red,plum and black by Sean John(who would've thought)
$89
If you want a longer jacket but not bulky,check out this

Faux Suede Coat with Toggle front by Larry Levine $69. I Love this. I wish I had seen this coat in the store. How fabulous is this,GAH. Chic.Chic.Chic

If you're looking for a trendy cheap trench coat,Lookie here

I know what you're thinking-it looks light. It's fully lined inside and it's cotton. The coat hits at the knee...plus it's screams style,sophistication and a little daring.
M60-Miss Sixty Cotton Blend Trenchcoat $49

All of these coats can be found at your nearest Burlington Coat factory. It's the only place to get a coat. It has the biggest selection.Go!
:)
And if you like to keep it simple,here: