September 27, 2012

Baroque is Back.



Usually drama is a bad thing, but this season, the more the merrier.  
Costumed pieces + brocade + embellishments = LOVE.




This post is sponsored by eBay. From the new to the hard to find, when it's on your mind, it's on eBay. 


Review: L’Oréal Paris Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator


Last week I wrote about the new L’Oréal Paris Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator and today I wanted to follow up and give you my opinion on it.  Great packaging, simple and sleek. Maybe I'm the only weirdo that loves sleek packaging? I like to display my beauty products on my bathroom counter and if they don't match my decor, I get annoyed. Think Monica's personality from Friends...  

I really liked this BB cream.  I chose the medium shade and applied to my whole face.  The cream made my skin feel great, while evening out my skin tone and left me with a dewy glow.  After I turned 30 I started getting some dark spots from hormonal changes and stress so the cream didn't entirely cover the spots but I just used a few spots of concealer and powder. Overall I recommend this product for women over 25, as I think the 'youth code' aspect is more for dryer skin, because it left me very moisturized and radiant. We all need to feel and look a little radiant sometimes, right?


Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator instantly evens, illuminates, perfects, moisturizes, and protects skin. In one week, tone and texture are improved and skin is healthier looking.


Disclosure: Compensation was provided by L’Oreal Paris via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of L’Oreal Paris.

September 25, 2012

Inspiration: ELLE Canada / October 2012


LOVE.



Smashbox: It's about Prime.

If you aren't already using a primer in your daily makeup routine, then it's about time you start. I promise you that once you start and see the difference it's makes you won't believe you've never used it before.  If you do use primer, then you need to really consider Smashbox, because they know their stuff. Over the past few years, due to hormones (and stress, I'm sure), I've started to get these 'oh-so-lovely' dark brown spots on my face.  I try to cover them up as much as possible with foundation but this ah-mazing photo finish with primer helps fade away the dark spots.

September 21, 2012

Nordstrom Rack: Huntington Beach



Ok, I will admit to it, " Hi, my name is Bree and I'm a Nordstrom Rack addict." It's true. I can literally spend hours in this store rummaging through racks of designer clothes, shoes, bag and let's not forget the jewelry! Oh, the jewelry. This is my go-to store for my own wardrobe but I also shop here when I'm styling a shoot and I always find great pieces within my budget. Nordstrom Rack is opening another fab store in Huntington Beach on September 27. Get there early because you could win a $2,000 shopping spree!

September 20, 2012

10 Statement Bags for Fall

Fashion meets Technology


I've always been a fashion junkie, ever since my mom started taking me out of class for a "doctor's appt." when really we were headed to the mall. It's true, I remember vividly how my grandmother would be in Macy's stock piling from the Clinique counter while over at the newly, opened Express I was pleading with my mom to buy me anything and everything.

September 17, 2012

Must Have: Pencil Skirt


Scarlet Fever...



{miu miu earrings $235, moschino sunglasses $286, kate spade bow belt $78, kate spade cap $128, rembrandt intense stain $19.99, vivienne westwood anglomania coat $780, guerlain rouge $48}

This fall it's all about the drama. Classic red is a color that never goes out of style and this season, it's still hot!  Spice it up by adding a dash of sexy, scarlet. Don't just add it in your wardrobe, paint those pretty lips too!  It makes those pearly whites look even brighter and is always guaranteed to turn heads.

NEW! L’Oréal Paris Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator


Maybe it's just me but I think I have way too many lotions and potions to put on in the morning.  Sometimes it can be a bit of a lengthy process, but the new Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator by L’Oréal Paris might just be the solution.  

September 10, 2012

I'm starting to sense a pattern...

Autumn Palette: Stina Persson



September 08, 2012

COVET: {rose gold}

September 04, 2012

Swan By Clements Ribeiro


4 collar necklaces I can't live without



{rachel roy $85, gemma redoux $479 (bottica invite), belle noel $95, topshop $85}