4.08.2012




Skirt - Old Navy, Cream top - F21, Blazer - Frenchi via Nordstrom (old), Peep toe heels - Zara (old), Gold necklace - Lisa Taubes, Bracelets - J. Crew, Michael Kors, Stella & Dot, Lips - Lancome Corail in Love, Nails - Essie Mint Candy Apple



As a fashion lover, it's so tempting to go buy new clothing all the time. However, as a girl who is working and saving up for a wedding/honeymoon/new home, it's just not possible for me to go on major spending sprees every week. That's when the remix comes in. Using your wardrobe and what you already own to your advantage, and coming up with new ways to wear a piece is such an enjoyable part of fashion. I love styling, and now that I have a rolling rack, it's easier then ever to pick things out of my closet and play around with color, texture, and accessories. I took this hot pink pleated skirt from Old Navy (originally seen here) and again used it as the focal point of the outfit.

I love this skirt.

 ♥ Noelle

4.05.2012

I know I've been very focused on fashion lately, but don't for a second think that the beauty addict in me has disappeared. It's alive and kicking! I've been interested in trying a lot of new products, so here is an overview of what I'm loving...and one product I don't recommend you waste your money on.

Real Techniques - Blush Brush
This line was created by a YouTube guru, and can be found at Ulta. What I love about it is the shape. Most brushes that are designed for applying blush are much flatter and much wider. This one is tapered and comes to a point. It's very precise when you want to apply blush just on the area you need, instead of all over the place. It's also great for contouring cheekbones, or applying a highlight to the tops of your cheeks. It's ultra soft, so I grab for it all the time!
I highly recommend
Oh, and did I mention it was only 9 dollars?



Salon Grafix Dry Shampoo
As much as I love having dark hair, it can be a disadvantage in the dry shampoo department. Who wants to walk around with a white powder in their hair? I was on a mission to finally find one that didn't create that unfortunate problem. I bought the SG dry shampoo at my CVS, and tried it out the next day. I wash my hair every other day, or sometimes every two days if I can get away with it. When I do, I reach for this. It doesn't leave any, I mean ANY, residue. I don't even need to rub this stuff in! The smell is faint, and it leaves my locks shiny, soft, amd most importantly, looking clean. Well, as clean as unwashed hair can look.
I definitely recommend



Urban Decay All-Nighter Setting Spray
After using up most of my MAC Fix+, I decided to try the Urban Decay version. Love this! I feel like Fix+ doesn't even compare. If you want your makeup to actually last, then try this! I have been using it to set my makeup every single day, and I've really noticed a difference in how long it wears and lasts. I think the MAC is good for a cooling, refreshing mist. I like to use that one at night before bed, or now that the weather is warming up, I'll use it when I want to cool down. But the UD is truly meant to keep you looking flawless without any effort.
Highly recommend



Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer in "Brightening"
After reading so many stellar reviews on blogs, including one from Veronika, I decided to try it out. It was a wise choice because I am in love with it! I still use regular concealer (Sonia Kashuk Hidden Agenda Palette), but I make sure to pat some of this creamy pink brightener on top. I think this would certainly be comparable to the YSL Touche Eclat. However, this is a fraction of the cost and can be found at drugstores. My eyes have never looked more awake. I kind of have that Kim K. look going on underneath my eyes. I mean, I can only dream right?
Highly recommend






Now onto the product that I regret. In a word, this one sucks. Sorry, but it does.

Revlon Photoready Mascara
Oh, mascara. What a fickle cosmetic you are. You either love a particular mascara, or you hate it. It's hard to be inbetween. This one does nothing it promises to. It doesn't give my lashes very much volume, much less 3D (whatever the hell that means). It isn't buildable. One hour after application, and my lashes are limp and lifeless. You can't even tell I'm wearing mascara.

The wand is good, because I'm a huge fan of plastic brushes. But the top of the wand where you actually hold it is big and bulky.


The opening is really odd because it's so huge! It's too wide, therefore, I can't wipe off excess easily.


Bottomless pit.

The cap doesn't screw on tightly, which leads me to believe that the mascara will dry out quickly.

This is a loser in my opinion. That's what I get for buying something on impulse.
Do not recommend


Have you tried any of these products? If so, do you agree with my reviews?

♥ Noelle

4.03.2012



Does anyone watch Bethenny Frankel's reality show on Bravo? If you haven't, I dare you to ;) Besides her witty humor and sharp quips, I love seeing what she's wearing. Last week's episode, I died over a little tweed jacket she had on with a white tank, great jeans, and beautiful heels. I tried to find a picture of it, but no such luck unfortunately. I never really paid too much attention to her style when she was on The New York City Housewives, but now that she's on her own, I really find myself loving everything she wears. Her shoes are the best.

P.S. If you haven't read her book, A Place of Yes, do yourself a favor and pick it up. I read it from cover to cover, and my mom is actually borrowing it now. It offers some great advice.
♥ Noelle

4.01.2012



Swiss dot blouse  - F21 (recent), Navy skirt - Gap, Pumps - Nine West, Earrings - RichRocks NYC, Bracelet - TJ-Maxx, Bag - Chanel flap



I'm not sure you can tell in these pictures, but the skirt I recently bought from the Gap is a deep navy. I'm always on the quest for skirts that fit my body well. Most of the time, skirts are too long, the material is too sheer and flimsy, and I have issues with the cut. Because I'm petite and pear shaped with a small waist, I often encounter so many problems finding the right one that flatters my body. When I do come across a skirt that meets my criteria, I snap it up right away! I wore it with a fun, vibrant fuchsia blouse from Forever 21. I wore this outfit to my best friend's engagement party and I had a great time. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend as well!

♥ Noelle