Current Faves

We buy something new to give it a whirl. We instantly love it or hate it and have immediate buyer's remorse. Here are a few products I've tried over the last few months and I've decided are keepers!
Starting from top left, this is a mauve lip liner (pictured is from Urban Decay but my favorite is from The Body Shop - color: Clover). I use this shade to line my lips before applying my nude lipstick or nude lipgloss. It makes ALL the difference.
Next up, this Essie polish (in my top 3 shades of polish). This color, Fifth Avenue was first purchased for me by my now fiance and I recently had to restock because I use so often (winter AND summer). It's the ultimate red...not too blue...not too orange.
Next, my favorite shade of blue for summertime. This royal blue (by Sinful Colors --$2 at drugstores) looks so amazing on tan skin and is vibrant!
Erase Paste by Benefit is just my type of concealer. It's thick enough to hide my zombie-like dark circles but doesn't look cakey. Plus, a little bit goes a long way with this product so restocking is at a minimum.
This Revlon Colorburst Lip Stain stick was a surprisingly great product. I, for some reason, wasn't loving the idea but am so impressed. It has a refreshing mint flavor and the thick pencil helps with precision. Stays on all day - perfect for summer!
This Revlon Colorstay eyeshadow palette is a product perfect for any skin tone and all year round. I use the top two on a daily basis and add in the bottom two for evening! It's neutral enough to be paired with any lipstick shade!

Decisions, Decisions

I can admit that I'm a creature of habit. So, every Sunday I take a little "me time" and give myself a little mani. That leads me to a big decision I have to make weekly...which shade of heaven to use on my nails. Pink or pink? 

Pretty in Pink

Oh la la. Valentine's Day is next week (insert gushy emotions here)! What princess pink shade shall I choose?

Everything Essie

When you live in a tiny apartment, storage is everything. What better way to store your favorite nail polish bottles than in this? I found this at Homegoods for I'm sure under $10. I've already received so many compliments on it...give it a whirl, honey.

Time for Teal

It's no coincidence that a large amount of teal items have suddenly appeared in my closet, polish collection and bathroom drawers. Such a fun color for summer! This headwrap, which I'm totally pumped about, is from Francesca's and is the perfect solution for second day hair (beach waves, straight or curly!). This ring is from Charming Charlie and is quite the statement piece. Spice up an ordinarily plain outfit with accessories like these and watch your look transform.

Orange You Glad You're So Fabulous?

Orange is everything right now. From your fingertips to your hair clips to your wedges. Such a brilliant color for perfectly bronzed summer skin.
Vase: Crate & Barrel  Necklace: Ruby & Pearls  Earrings: Ruby & Pearls  Polish: L'Oreal, Essie, Essie
Blush: L'Oreal  Hair Clip: Sally's Beauty

California Coral

Summertime and coral just go together. This week's mani is by Essie (California Coral). If you're struggling on what polish color to get, go the safe route: mint or coral. 

Blue Moon

I'm all about this royal blue right meow. Essie's "Bouncer, It's Me" is phenomenal on toes or fingers. 

Essie Essential

I realized after all these manicures, I missed actually doing my own nails. Yes, it's a pain to let your nails dry and yes, I never fail to mess at least one nail up and have to start over but...it's my kind of fun. Since I've been on the hunt for the perfect red-orange mix since birth, I was dying to find this new Essie shade (Saturday Disco Fever). Oh hello, honey. With one coat of OPI base coat, two coats of this pretty polish and a finale of Seche Vite top coat, I'm ready to rock. 

Blue For You

I have been LOVING royal blue nails. So, when I saw Essie had a brilliant shade of blue polish, called "Bouncer It's Me", I had to have it. Try an even brighter blue for a great look at tan skin. Love love love. For a professional finish, try my favorite top coat (Seche Vite).

Going Green

I'm pumped about this year's color for a million reasons.  I have green eyes, it reminds me of money and most importantly...it's my favorite color. This hue isn't just for St. Patrick's Day anymore...it's way more maj. Not a lover of all things emerald yet? Start simple with green accessories like polish and shoes (see above). Looking to add a splash of color to your makeup? Don't be afraid to try a green liner smudged below your bottom lashes and along the outer edge of your top lashes. Instantly funky. 

Navy...Now

A new week means a new nail color. Yeung did it again...brought this beautiful navy into my life and onto my nails. Essie made this one and it has just the right amount of sparkle to it. It's the perfectly unexpected twist to the typical dark fall/winter hue. 

Metallics are Major

As I mentioned before, metallic on your nails is a trend this fall. Branch out from the traditional gold and silver to more adventurous colors like teals and purples. My best friend, Kaitlin, bought me this exact color last year at the time (Essie's 'Trophy Wife') and it's a favorite of mine. Very unexpected and eye-catching. Grab a cotton swab and some polish remover and say bye to your go-to pink...it's time for a change. 

Need the Navy

It's that time of year again. Time to kindly place the corals and pinks to the side and digging out your favorite Linkin Park After Dark and other cool weather appropriate shades. I love navy. It's unexpected but still offers the dark, fall feel. Plus, anything that has a nautical feel is okay in my book.

Gold Rush

Silver is like our childhood best friend...we'll always love them, we hold them close to our hearts for life and we call them up in times of need. But, there is a (not so) new friend in town...gold. It took me a while to warm up to gold jewelry a few years back when it was making its big comeback but I'm a loyal fan these days. Whether it's just a touch of glittery gold in a shoe or dress or 100% glammed out gold in a clutch of booties, I love to love it. 

Poised in Peplum

All of my favorites: high high heels, gold jewelry, big gems, a fitted skirt, a mustard top and Essie nail polish. What else could a girl want? It's like a fantasy football draft...but for beautiful clothes and accessories, all hand-selected and MVPs in my book. Get this outfit on my body. 

Gone Grey

Thanks to tropical storm Isaac, the skies are grey and so are my nails. I'm easing into fall with this clay-colored polish. This is still a fairly unexpected hue and a perfect break from the usual pinks and reds. 

Everything Essie

Looking for the perfect polish for fall? As always, Essie has created the perfect collection for the approaching cooler months. Stylenomics will be on my little fingers in a matter of time. Bold and beautiful.