Black Friday and Cyber Monday?

Well for me, it was Cyber Friday and it will be Black Monday! You girls know I don't really like to follow the rules that closely, and so instead of battling the crowds yesterday (which I actually did for a couple hours and quickly retreated back home like a scared puppy), I ordered just a couple of things online. Beauty related of course!

I have been dying, literally almost loading up my shopping cart on the Kiehl's website but instead of placing an order, I would just click the x on the screen and forget about it. Through the 30th, use code FAMILY10 and get 20% off your order. This is what is finally coming my way:

Creme de Corps

Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado

I have wanted to try these products for months, if not years so I'm happy I decided to give in. Have you tried either of them?

Not a very exciting Black Friday, but I do plan on going shopping this Monday since I have the day off. We will see what I come home with, but gifts for friends and family are a priority. I hope you all are enjoying the weekend!

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Things I am Thankful For

In the Spirit of Thanksgiving, I have been thinking about gratitute and what I am truly thankful for. There are so many things I could list, but for the purposes of this blog, I'll keep it rather short and concise.

 The Boyfriend. Yes, he does have a name and a nice one at that. But I like referring to him on here as "The Boyfriend." After all, he is! This was taken on a trip to Maui, a trip I'll never forget as long as I live.

My BFF. She's just a really incredible person, both inside and out. I'd be lost without her.

Dogs. Any breed(s), whether they are puppies or old timers. Fat, skinny, short, long. Love them all!

I mean, C'mon!

Clothes and pretty things in general. These aren't labels I can personally afford, but I can still appreciate the work, creativity, and craftsmanship behind some of today's most glamorous designs. I just love looking at them, even from afar.

The beach, especially at sunset. It never ceases in leaving me breathless.

 I have to end with blogging. I really am thankful for having my own little space in blogger-land, and happy to have you here.

Here's to being grateful,
♥ Noelle

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Colorful Kisser

When I first started this little blog, I was all about smokey eyes and nude lips. In fact, you couldn't possibly get my lips near a bright colored lipstick. "It just doesn't look right" I often said. I have naturally fuller lips. A blessing some would argue, but I used to be terribly self'conscious about them. I felt like they overwhelmed my other features so I picked out lighter, softer looking lipsticks and glosses in order to downplay them. If you have read my blog for awhile, you know I have quite a vast array of "pinky nudes." Pinky nudes are makeup's version of a squishy down comforter or an oversized sweatshirt. In a word - comfortable. Safe. I know I can slap on my pinky nudes whenever I please and I also know that it will look "right" on me.

However...

I'm feeling an evolution Readers, and it's coming fast! This season, I have a dirty little confession to make: I'm tired of the pinky nudes and have jumped into Fall and Winter's hottest makeup trend: colorful kissers. I believe Glamour Magazine called it "Serious Lipstick."

My tiny stash of serious lipsticks. Not for the faint of heart I suppose.

Left to Right: Revlon Matte Lipstick in Strawberry Suede, Revlon Colorburst in Raspberry, and MAC Lustre lipstick in See Sheer.

See Sheer was previously seen on me here:

This lipstick is a daily product for me. It plays to my subtle lip sensibilities. It's red, but extremely sheer and wearable. I will repurchase over and over.

Raspberry by Revlon. It has color, but if dabbed on still is also very wearable. I like to layer it over See Sheer. It also makes teeth look white!

Strawberry Suede by Revlon. This one's tricky! This one's fierce. But it isn't for the faint of heart. I definitely dab this one on, blot, then apply some balm. I orginally saw this featured on Cupcakes and Cashmere, and since I love Emily, I decided to be brave and give it a try.

Don't forget my lipstain post. I think stains are perfect for those of you who aren't fully into the bright lips. I'm still getting used to it myself!

My inspirations:

All over the Spring 2011 runways, expect this trend to stick around.

So, what do you girls think? Fun, flirty, pretty? Or too much?

♥ Noelle

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Anthro Fancy Clad Hoodie

I got a request asking about the Anthropologie hoodie I bought and I wore it yesterday in order to take some pictures. Overall, I love it! Zip-up hoodies used to be a staple in my wardrobe while I was in high school and in college but around my last year, I realized I needed to up the ante and quit dressing so casually. However, as soon as I spotted the Fancy Clad Hoodie, I knew that this darling little ruffle sweater was anything but ordinary college daze attire.

It is incredibly soft and stretchy thanks to its mix of poly, spandex, and rayon. It is also machine washable. I may just wash it by hand in order to ensure it holds its shape. I find that rayon can be tricky to wash. I've had a few tops and dresses made of rayon shrink to the point of non-wearability. I don't want to take any chances with this one. In general, dry cleaning is best with rayon but since this is a blend, I think I'll be safe.

My only reservation then is sleeve length. The sleeves are long, but they don't come up to my wrists. No, they come just shy of being full length. But, they aren't quarter sleeved either. I guess this is just another example of being petite and not having the typical "average" sized limbs. I personally don't mind the slightly awkward length. Maybe I should care, but I don't! I can overlook things easily Readers.

The ruffle is on one side of the zipper. It comes together very nicely when zipped closed.

What I'm Wearing:

Anthropologie Fancy Clad Hoodie size M. My usual S was too snug in the arms. I would say size up.

White H&M Camisole

Express Stella Skinny Jeans (old style and wash)

Vera Wang Lavender Ballet Flats

Zara Bag *loves*

♥ Noelle

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