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NARS Fall 2012 Collection

NARS killed it with their Fall 2012 collection! I loooove their limited edition grey polish, Storm Bird ($18), and The Multiple Stick ($39) is now out in a new shade called Undress Me. This is actually my first time using the multipurpose stick (you can wear it on eyes, cheeks, and lips, under and over … Continue reading “NARS Fall 2012 Collection”

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Heat and Perspiration-Resistant Makeup: Rae Cosmetics

Do you wear makeup to the gym? I certainly don’t. I’m acne-prone as is and tend to favor intense workouts so the last thing I need it to clog my pores because of gym-time vanity. That said I can’t help but be intrigued by Rae Cosmetics, a brand that makes makeup specifically for the gym! … Continue reading “Heat and Perspiration-Resistant Makeup: Rae Cosmetics”

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Mally Beauty Mega Bridal Kit

One of my first published clips was, interestingly enough, a story on Hampton weddings for a local Hamptons newspaper. I was an 18 year old Freshman at Cornell when I wrote the story and needless to say, never married. Fast forward a few years and I’m still not that much closer to knowing much about … Continue reading “Mally Beauty Mega Bridal Kit”

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Ellis Faas Fall 2012 Eye Collection

  I sooooo wish the formulation of these eye pens didn’t irritate my eyes because the colors are so fantastic. I was able to check-out three of the new Ellis Faas creamy eye shades ($36) and they’re awe-inducing – the colors are incredibly wearable, yet totally original and I have yet to wear one of … Continue reading “Ellis Faas Fall 2012 Eye Collection”

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Frugal Snob: Simply Vera Vera Wang Cosmetic Collection

There are very few designers that have branched out as much as Vera Wang has across the price spectrum — even fewer that have done so successfully. As much as I love her high-end line (even her black wedding dress moment!), I can’t deny that Wang’s David’s Bridal line is killer – so killer in … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Simply Vera Vera Wang Cosmetic Collection”

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Top 5 Big Brights: It’s Electric!

It’s not just me – hot-hue fever seems to be everywhere. Even if I’m too timid to wear these captivating colors out of the house, I can’t help but feel energized just looking at them. From the street to the beach, perk up your lips, eyes, or nails with a brilliant shot of Technicolor. Just … Continue reading “Top 5 Big Brights: It’s Electric!”

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