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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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On the Coral Train: Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15

Tangerine may be the color of the year, but coral is definitely the color of the season. The color is a must for beauty according to Sonia Kashuk, for fashion according to Michelle Smith of Milly, and nails according to Deborah Lippmann, all of whom I’ve spoken to recently. Of course bright colors aren’t for … Continue reading “On the Coral Train: Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15”

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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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Sephora + Pantone Universe Limited Edition Collection

Pantone, the color forecasting and matching firm, has teamed-up with Sephora for a limited edition collection inspired by what Pantone has deemed the color of 2012, Tangerine Tango (“a vibrant orange reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset”). Now orange isn’t my shade when it comes to my face, but the collection extents far … Continue reading “Sephora + Pantone Universe Limited Edition Collection”

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Top 5 Lip Balms:

When I’m not opting for a swipe of gloss, I’m a lip-balm girl, through and through. You’ll never see me with a heavy mouth of lipstick – I personally hate the feel, and I honestly don’t think you need a made-up pout unless the occasion really calls for it. A good tinted lip balm looks … Continue reading “Top 5 Lip Balms:”

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Three Custom Color: Re-Create Your Fave Discontinued Shades

We’ve all had an eye shadow, lip gloss, blush, or foundation that we’ve absolutely loved suddenly go off the market and there’s nothing more frustrating than feverishly trying to color match at Sephora. With that in mind Three Custom Color Specialists was created to offer custom blended color cosmetics for eyes, lips, cheeks, and face … Continue reading “Three Custom Color: Re-Create Your Fave Discontinued Shades”

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